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With the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, it’s easy for us at Bon Appétit to focus on the food we’re cooking at home: nachos, dips, wings, and all the rest of the Big Game spread. But this year, in honor of Super Bowl LVI being hosted at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, we asked two locals—Elize Diop, a staff writer on HBO’s forthcoming show, Rap Sh*t, and Brad Johnson, a longtime restaurateur and host of the Corner Table Talk podcast—to share their favorite spots in Inglewood, the host neighborhood. Whether you’re gearing up to watch the Cincinnati Bengals face off against the LA Rams, or just looking for a good meal in the area, here’s where to eat in Inglewood, LA.
Breakfast and Brunch
I go here when I want to feel like my mom cooked me breakfast. The portions are perfect and everything is seasoned to perfection. I love the bacon omelet with a side of cheesy grits. While you wait for a table you can take a look at the hundreds of photos of celebrities and regular customers who love The Serving Spoon. —Elize Diop
Full disclosure: My sister is an investor. But even without her involvement, I wouldn’t miss the breakfast or lunch. Here, the food is super colorful with unique flavor combinations. If I’m there for breakfast, I order one of the super-filling breakfast sandwiches or burritos. A side of the verde sauce takes both of these to a whole other level. If I’m there for lunch, I’ll order a short rib grilled cheese with a side of buffalo cauliflower. The food is consistently delicious and filling—in a way that doesn’t feel heavy. Any of the seasonal lattes are worth trying, but my personal year-round favorite is the matcha-chata, a horchata-matcha hybrid that’s creamy, cinnamon-y, and ice cold (or hot, if that’s your thing). —ED
While it’s not technically in Inglewood, this Baldwin Hills spot, 15 minutes from the neighborhood, will appeal to anyone looking for a great Sunday brunch, whether you like savory or sweets. Before I began splitting my time between LA and Miami, this was my spot, literally: I opened and owned Post & Beam for years before selling it. When I’m back in Los Angeles, I still go for shrimp and grits, outstanding buttermilk pancakes, and the Napa peach Bellini. —Brad Johnson
Lunch and Dinner
When I want a really good California burrito, this is my spot. I opt for grilled chicken instead of carne asada. While you’re there, try the super refreshing piña drink—a pineapple-spinach juice that’s so deliciously sweet, you’ll forget there’s spinach in it. —ED
With the Super Bowl coming up this weekend, it’s easy for us at Bon Appétit to focus on the food we’re cooking at home: nachos, dips, wings, and all the rest of the Big Game spread. But this year, in honor of Super Bowl LVI being hosted at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, we asked two locals—Elize Diop, a staff writer on HBO’s forthcoming show, Rap Sh*t, and Brad Johnson, a longtime restaurateur and host of the Corner Table Talk podcast—to share their favorite spots in Inglewood, the host neighborhood. Whether you’re gearing up to watch the Cincinnati Bengals face off against the LA Rams, or just looking for a good meal in the area, here’s where to eat in Inglewood, LA.Breakfast and BrunchPhotograph by Andrea D’AgostoI go here when I want to feel like my mom cooked me breakfast. The portions are perfect and everything is seasoned to perfection. I love the bacon omelet with a side of cheesy grits. While you wait for a table you can take a look at the hundreds of photos of celebrities and regular customers who love The Serving Spoon. —Elize DiopFull disclosure: My sister is an investor. But even without her involvement, I wouldn’t miss the breakfast or lunch. Here, the food is super colorful with unique flavor combinations. If I’m there for breakfast, I order one of the super-filling breakfast sandwiches or burritos. A side of the verde sauce takes both of these to a whole other level. If I’m there for lunch, I’ll order a short rib grilled cheese with a side of buffalo cauliflower. The food is consistently delicious and filling—in a way that doesn’t feel heavy. Any of the seasonal lattes are worth trying, but my personal year-round favorite is the matcha-chata, a horchata-matcha hybrid that’s creamy, cinnamon-y, and ice cold (or hot, if that’s your thing). —EDPhotograph by Erica AllenWhile it’s not technically in Inglewood, this Baldwin Hills spot, 15 minutes from the neighborhood, will appeal to anyone looking for a great Sunday brunch, whether you like savory or sweets. Before I began splitting my time between LA and Miami, this was my spot, literally: I opened and owned Post & Beam for years before selling it. When I’m back in Los Angeles, I still go for shrimp and grits, outstanding buttermilk pancakes, and the Napa peach Bellini. —Brad JohnsonLunch and DinnerWhen I want a really good California burrito, this is my spot. I opt for grilled chicken instead of carne asada. While you’re there, try the super refreshing piña drink—a pineapple-spinach juice that’s so deliciously sweet, you’ll forget there’s spinach in it. —ED