Some of LA’s most exciting meals can be found on the back patio of a wine bar or under an EZ-up on a neighborhood corner. Pop-ups are ingrained in the dining culture of the Southland, whether they’re a preview of a more permanent space or just a one-off. This is a guide to new and ongoing pop-ups around town. Have a pop-up that should be on this list? Email us at [email protected].
Chinese restaurant Woon is flipping into Woon Express on July 26 and 27 to serve Chinese American classics inspired by Panda Express. The menu will feature spins on dishes like orange chicken, honey walnut shrimp, and crab rangoons. The menu will be available for dine-in, take-out, or delivery. 2920 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026.
Tomorrow Bagel is popping up at Minik Market in Altadena on July 27 starting at 9 a.m. In addition to the usual slate of bagels, the pop-up will also be serving whitefish salad. 2507 Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001.
Head to Long Beach on July 28 for natural wine, jazz, and food. Minaret Records will bring a lineup of jazz artists to the main stage, while Buvons pours wine. For food, Fluffy McCloud’s, Mangette, and Baptiste Trudel will be on site. Tickets are available through Eventbrite. 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach, CA 90807.
Famed Korean restaurant Soban is headed to Virgil Village to collaborate with Budonoki on July 30. The menu blends the sensibilities of both restaurants, featuring dishes like a stonefruit kimchi salad, a spicy jowl ssam set, and marinated spicy raw crab. Reservations are available through Resy. 654 Virgil Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004.
The famed bucket-drop breakfast sandwich is back in business at Calabama. Make sure to reserve a sandwich and a time at Hotplate; on-site orders aren’t available. The address is released upon order.
Roaming ice cream pop-up Gelino’s is serving scoops of flavors like Apple Butter Jeans, Challah French Toast, and Meyer Limoncello all over Los Angeles this summer. Check Gelino’s Instagram for the latest dates and locations. Multiple locations.
Sara Domenica’s Greek Italian pop-up will be in the kitchen at the Arroyo Club every Monday and Tuesday starting June 17. The menu will feature dishes like lamb pita, prawns, and portokalopita, a Greek cake. 5631 N Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042.
Walking Spanish, a modern Central American pop-up has begun a Sunday and Monday residency at Las Perlas in West Hollywood. The menu includes dishes like loaded yucca fries, a braised short rib with kimchi and cheese, and a fried chicken sandwich. 7511 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90046.
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