The Park Restaurant

Los Angeles

Breakfast Spot

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The Park is a feel-good restaurant for two reasons: every item in the diverse lineup of food (from New England clam chowder to a falafel sandwich to spaghetti & meatballs) is comfy, and there isn't a hint of pretension in the place. From the friendly staff to the mismatched wooden chairs to the black-and-white checkered floor reminiscent of a retro diner, it's a totally down-to-earth experience. Plus, the cooking is consistently tasty, featuring bistro fare with global influences, including gazpacho, a Vietnamese-style crepe, lamb gyro, and the Park Burger.