January Food Events & Openings in Los Angeles You Should Know

Plus, Broken Spanish Comedor offers takeout and Descanso cheers to its one-year anniversary

January in Los Angeles typically means the start of Dine LA week, but the dining scene stays extra exciting, too, with award season-themed offerings, seasonal dishes, philanthropic events and more. 

The Beverly Hilton Red Carpet Season Cocktails 

The BaronCredit: The Beverly Hilton

As L.A. celebrates award season, Circa 55 Rooftop + Lounge has limited-time cocktails that channel Hollywood glitz and glam, such as the Legacy Mai Tai in nod to the 1950s classic era and the Merv Martini in honor of entertainment mogul Merv Griffin. 

Broken Spanish Comedor Takeout 

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Seven days a week, Broken Spanish Comedor in Culver City fuels Angeleno homes with refried lentils, chicken enchiladas and more with pickup-only takeout orders. 

Cheesesteaks by Matū Opens in Pasadena 

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Meeting the high demand for cheesesteaks during lunch at Matū and Matū Kai, a dedicated outpost for the beloved wagyu sandwich is now open in Pasadena. 

Coastal Harvest Bar & Kitchen Opens at Hyatt Centric Delfina 

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As part of its multi-million-dollar renovation, Hyatt Centric Delfina gets in on the Santa Monica food scene with a new all-day restaurant serving California-inspired cuisine. 

Descanso L.A. One-Year Celebration 

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On Jan. 22 from 5 to 10 p.m., Descanso commemorates one year in Los Angeles with a festive night featuring a taco tasting menu, local art, live music, margarita flights and more. The evening will benefit Food Access LA. 

Dine LA Restaurant Week 

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From Jan. 23 to Feb. 6, restaurants across Los Angeles like Sushi by Scratch Restaurants, Linden, Saltie Girl, Openaire, Pasta | Bar and more offer a variety of specially priced lunch and dinner menus. 

Emporium Thai Market Opens 

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John and Jane Sungkamee — the husband-and-wife team behind Emporium Thai in Westwood for 25 years and counting — debuted Emporium Thai Market on Sawtelle Boulevard on Jan. 21. The Southern Thai cuisine restaurant invigorates dishes like seafood hor mok, Phuket wings, pad sa taw goong and BlackPink Lisa Meatballs with head, acidity, aromatics and depth. The beverage program showcases both cocktails and spirit-free offerings. 

Jeni’s Ice Cream x Bridgerton 

Florence Hunt as Hyacinth Bridgerton in episode 401 of Bridgerton. Credit: Liam Daniel/Netflix

Ahead of the season four premiere of Bridgerton, Jeni’s Ice Cream serves scoops and pints of flavors inspired by the Netflix juggernaut. Get in on some extra fun when the Los Feliz location hosts a Bridgerton ice cream social on Jan. 29, complete with complimentary scoops and a live string quartet performance.  

The London West Hollywood Golden Scone Afternoon Tea 

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Through March 29, The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills embraces award season with a red-carpet inspired afternoon tea service that includes the Smoked Salmon Starlet tea sandwich and a Cecil B. DeMille Feuille.  

Chef Gian Scott at Maydan Market 

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In its Club 104 vendor stall, Maydan Market welcomed Gian Scott of West Coast Jamaica’s Rubie. The limited-time residency invites diners to feast on Caribbean-inspired dishes like pickled okra tempura with sauce moyo and plantain powder, jerk heirloom chicken and vanilla run ice cream. 

Rise & Dine LA: A Night of Philanthropy and Flavor 

Chef Dominique Crenn, one of the featured chefs at Rise & Dine LACredit: Heather Sten

Presented by HexClad and The Riviera Country Club, Rise & Dine LA on Jan. 24 will raise funds for Steadfast LA with a cocktail reception with dishes by chefs Neal Fraser, Josiah Citrin, Kevin Meehan, Ludo Lefebvre, Raphael Lunetta and Suzanne Goin, followed by a multi-course dinner by Gordon Ramsay, Dominique Crenn, Nancy Silverton and Michael Cimarusti. 

PopUp Bagels 

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Opened at the end of 2025, PopUp Bagels in Brentwood sticks to its commitment of serving ultra-fresh bagels with a crispy crust and soft center. Keep an eye on its weekly rotating menu of schmears.  

Yakumi New Menu Offering 

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The Burbank fast-casual sushi eatery has a new signature set for $22 that includes edamame, a cucumber or seaweed salad, a Yakumi roll, Sunset roll and one piece each of yellowtail, albacore and salmon sushi.