Just What I Kneaded
First all-vegan bakery in LA, opened by Justine Hernandez. Mind-blowing cinnamon rolls, donuts, pop tarts, and rotating daily specials. Celebrity following (Lizzo, Kate Mara, Seal). Massive portions. Open kitchen where you watch bakers at work. Adjacent Justine's Wine Bar serves vegan Italian. Single location at 2029 Blake Ave.
Loreto
Newest Frogtown addition. Elevated Mexican seafood in a beautifully designed space with marble bar countertops and a courtyard patio that transports you to Baja California. Modern takes on coastal Mexican fare. Packed since opening. Single location at 1991 Blake Ave.
Salazar
Frogtown's most famous restaurant since 2016. Sonoran-style Mexican BBQ with Santa Maria grill. Handmade flour tortillas, grilled meats, shrimp aguachile, esquites, churros. Desert-themed patio with saguaros and string lights. Great margaritas and Palomas. Reservations via Resy. Single location at 2490 Fletcher Dr.
Wax Paper
Cult-favorite sandwich shop in a repurposed shipping container on the LA River. All sandwiches named after NPR hosts. The Ira Glass (cheddar, garlic aioli, sourdough wheat, sprouts) is the signature. Also organic vegan soft serve ice cream. Order online, expect 40-minute waits on weekends. Single location at 2902 Knox Ave.