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Flock License Plate Readers Spark Privacy Concerns at L.A. State Historic Park in Chinatown

“For many the state park [and] Yaanga, has been a place of convening and arrival since before this country. The irony of these cameras disrupting that legacy is upsetting," said Joel Garcia of Meztli Projects.

L.A. TACO Neighborhood Guides: Chinatown

A stroll through Chinatown feels like slipping between the shifting planes of time and space. Here are our recommendations for places to eat and shop, along with a look into its dark history.

Weekend Eats: Chicago-Style Hot Dogs and Wild Pita Sandwiches For CHIRLA

Plus liquid waffles from an acclaimed chef, Himalayan dumplings covered in Cheetos dust, and a Japanese cafe by day that becomes a Japanese speakeasy at night.

July 3, 2025

City of L.A. ‘Beautifies’ Chinatown Park, Then Fences It Off And Keeps It Closed For A Year

Today, more than 12 months after the area was cleared of unhoused people, Alameda Triangle remains fenced off. And it doesn’t appear that the area has been maintained for months.

April 10, 2025

The L.A. TACO Guide to Lunar New Year In Los Angeles: Eating Your Way To Better Luck and a Longer Life

Here’s an unusual rule of thumb for the Lunar New Year: If it sounds lucky, eat it. In Los Angeles, your options are endless.

January 29, 2025

L.A.’s First Dodger-Themed Pizza Parlor Features a Lifetime Collection of Memorabilia

La Sorted's Chinatown restaurant feels like it has existed for a hundred years and passed down to multiple generations, except it's only been one month. The crispy sourdough hybrid 'L.A.-style pizza' is a tribute to the pizza parlors around every other neighborhood.

October 29, 2024

What Chinatown Tenants Can Teach Us About Saving “Affordable Housing”

Almost 1 million “affordable” homes will disappear over the next decade in the U.S. as tenants struggle to pay a rent that they can’t afford, or have to move out.

October 8, 2024

The 13 Best Tacos In Downtown Los Angeles

From crispy yellowfin flautas to mesquite-grilled costilla (rib) asada tacos, downtown Los Angeles is one of the city's most taco-stacked neighborhoods. Whether you're driving by, bar crawling, or taking public transit through it, here are the best tacos found in all corners of DTLA.

February 22, 2024

Where to Eat This Weekend: Historic Filipinotown’s Holiday Party, Tlayudas for L.A.’s Indigenous Communities, and Indian Sweets Gift Boxes

Plus, pork belly chicharrón with mole pipian, grilled cheese sandos with chorizo, and new beer collaboration with a local pro skater. It's your city, here are the best pop-ups and parties to eat and drink at this weekend.

December 15, 2023