Best Los Angeles Restaurants for Takeout and Delivery, According to Eater Editors

# How Eater LA chose the takeout and delivery picks

Eater LA's recent update names Los Angeles restaurants whose to-go food survives a short trip and sometimes reheats well. The editors focused on dishes that keep texture and flavor after being packed — examples in the piece include Sonoran burritos, Persian kebabs, Filipino rice dishes, Thai curries, and sushi sets.

The list highlights places that either design menu items for takeout or that prepare food so it can be reheated without losing integrity. The update also reflects the editors' ongoing revisions: new entrants were added and some restaurants were removed to reflect current performance.

# What kinds of dishes travel best

• Burritos and tightly wrapped street foods: Sausage, rice, and fillings that stay bundled are less likely to dry out.
• Rice-and-protein plates: Filipino rice dishes and kebab platters tolerate time in containers because rice holds heat and proteins are often sauced.
• Curries and saucy dishes: Thai curries travel well when containers prevent spills and sauces keep components moist.
• Items packaged to reheat: Restaurants that provide reheating instructions or package food to retain steam perform better for delivery.

# Notable restaurants called out in the update

• Augie's On Main: Josiah Citrin's casual chicken-and-burger concept in Santa Monica. The family pack includes dirty chicken, salad, sauces, and two sides, intended to feed a group at home.

• Newly added to this update: El Cocinero (Valley vegan restaurant), Bridgetown Roti (Caribbean), Kuku Cafe and Taste of Tehran (Persian). These additions reflect places that have strengthened their to-go offerings.

# Practical tips for ordering takeout and delivery

• Choose dishes with sauces or rice rather than crisp-only items when you need travel tolerance.
• For groups, order family-style packs or platters that were designed to be transported and reheated.
• If you care about portioning and timing, call the restaurant directly. Direct orders can improve packaging and reduce time on third-party platforms.

# Why these choices matter now

Many Los Angeles restaurants maintained or improved their takeout and delivery systems after the pandemic years. The editors curated this list to help readers skip middling options and find restaurants that put thought into packaging, portion sizes, and reheating. The updated roster adds several neighborhood and ethnic spots that perform well for at-home meals.

# Quick reference

• Good bets for travel-proof meals: Sonoran-style burritos, rice-and-protein platters, saucy curries, and curated family packs.
• Recent additions: El Cocinero, Bridgetown Roti, Kuku Cafe, Taste of Tehran.
• Recent removals: Ggiata, Sugarfish, Kismet Rotisserie, Caribbean Soul Kitchen.