# American food spots in Mid-City > You want American food that delivers exactly what the menu promises every single time. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/los-angeles/mid-city/best-american-food ## Places (8) ### 1. FRESH & YUMMY CAFE Small, cozy spot with a bright interior and calm energy. Bacon cheeseburger and Eggs Benedict shine for American food lovers. Outdoor seating and group-friendly space add to the welcoming vibe. - Address: 5450 W Pico Blvd #105, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FRESH-YUMMY-CAFE ### 2. Re/creation Cafe Cafe offers bold flavors in American dishes like fried chicken sandwich and cornbread with jalapeño butter. Enjoy live music every weekend in a dog-friendly space with indoor and outdoor seating. Long community tables create an artsy, social vibe perfect for work or play. - Address: 4500 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Recreation-Cafe ### 3. Esco's New York Style Pizza Urban vibe shines with a New York subway car and graffiti art. Enjoy East Coast flavor through New York style pizza and classic sandwiches. Outdoor patio with a DJ booth adds lively energy to casual dining. - Address: 4972 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Esco's-New-York-Style-Pizza ### 4. Taqui Taqui Small, clean space with comfortable seating and bright decor offers a welcoming vibe. Loaded fries with Carne Asada and mole shine among American dishes. Spanish rock music adds vibrant energy, blending casual dining with care. - Address: 4972 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TaquiTaqui ### 5. Penguin Fish & Chips Fish and chips spot shines with fresh seafood and a nostalgic diner vibe. Fried catfish pairs well with crinkle fries and creamy sides like coleslaw. Cozy, safe atmosphere and convenient parking make it a local favorite. - Address: 5952 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Penguin-Fish-Chips ### 6. BOUKA'S JAMAICAN RESTAURANT Small spot with jerk chicken and creamy Mac & cheese offers a lively vibe with old school reggae and Jamaican films. Comfortable seating and air conditioning keep it cool while family staff add natural noise and warmth. - Address: 1527 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BOUKA'S-JAMAICAN-RESTAURANT ### 7. New York's Chopped Cheese (Mid-City) Cozy spot with loud music and football on TV offers an authentic New York deli vibe. Enjoy big chopped cheese sandwiches blending Philly cheesesteak and hamburger flavors. Well-seasoned, crunchy tater tots make a perfect side in this lively, casual setting. - Address: 5109 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/New-York's-Chopped-Cheese-Mid-City ### 8. Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles Chicken and waffles shine with juicy fried chicken and buttery waffles. Vintage charm mixes with a cozy atmosphere, though some spots feel cramped. Classic Southern sides like macaroni and cornbread round out the meal perfectly. - Address: 1865 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Roscoe's-Chicken-and-Waffles ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.