# American dinner spots in South LA > Sitting down for a proper American dinner is the only way to slow down and reset before the week begins again. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/los-angeles/south-los-angeles/best-american-food-dinner-spots ## Places (12) ### 1. L.A. CRAZY CRAB Spacious restaurant with big TVs showing various sports and a full bar featuring Micheladas and margaritas. Atmosphere stays quiet and family-friendly with a vibrant vibe boosted by a DJ playing throwbacks. Seafood boils stand out with fresh, succulent shrimp and spicy sauces. - Address: 1415 Gage Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LA-CRAZY-CRAB ### 2. Johnny's Pastrami Sandwich shop offers a huge secluded patio with firepits and heat lamps for outdoor dining. Atmosphere stays friendly and relaxing, with a vibe similar to a spoken word cafe. Space includes a fully equipped bar and a rentable party room with DJ for social events. - Address: 4327 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Johnny's-Pastrami ### 3. Lonells Large space fills with lively, joyful energy and live jazz band music. Warm, friendly atmosphere blends modern style with down-home soul food vibes. Back room offers private event space, while communal mood invites groups and families. - Address: 8501 Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Lonells ### 4. TOM’s Jr. BURGERS Walk-up window offers quick ordering with minimal wait. Atmosphere is simple with a panoramic view and a focus on affordable prices. Menu includes classic burgers and varied options, with portions and quality varying by payment method. - Address: 601 E Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TOM’s-Jr-BURGERS1 ### 5. Dulan's On Crenshaw Soul food restaurant combines modern renovation with a homey atmosphere and gospel music playing softly. Spacious dining area includes outdoor seating and a patio for private events, creating a welcoming and accommodating environment. - Address: 4859 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90043, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Dulan's-On-Crenshaw ### 6. Kim's Fish World Family-owned fish and chips spot with fresh, well-seasoned seafood and house-made tartar sauce. Atmosphere feels alerting due to a sketchy surrounding area and crowded parking near a liquor store. Prices stay very reasonable with portions that satisfy. - Address: 10004 S Avalon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90003, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Kim's-Fish-World ### 7. Happy Fish Market Seafood market offers fresh, flavorful fish and generous portions with great prices. Atmosphere feels plain and unremarkable, with a small parking lot and street parking available. Popular for fried fish and shrimp specials, it stands out for quality despite modest surroundings. - Address: 1658 W Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HappyFishMarket ### 8. Harold & Belle's Creole restaurant blends modern touches with Southern charm in a classy, inviting interior featuring a full bar with expertly mixed cocktails and a lively bar area with live jazz music that captures New Orleans spirit. - Address: 2920 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Harold-Belle's ### 9. Woody's Bar-B-Q Barbecue restaurant offers a modern, homey feel with lowered ambiance lighting and music videos on TVs. Outdoor seating is spacious and comfortable, warmed by heat lamps for a relaxed evening. The place has a vibrant atmosphere with a clean, neat interior and a view into the kitchen. - Address: 3446 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Woody's-Bar-B-Q ### 10. Pete's Burgers Huge building with 50’s vibes and vintage style interior creates a calming atmosphere despite being small and cozy inside. The place serves generous portions of burgers and fries that many find very good. It stands out as a great neighborhood spot for a greasy burger fix. - Address: 2400 S Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Pete's-Burgers ### 11. Chong's Meat & Fish Market Seafood market offers fresh fish and shrimp with large portions and great prices. Atmosphere feels like a hole-in-the-wall spot with no parking available. Food quality varies, but seafood items stand out for freshness and flavor. - Address: 10713 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Chong's-Meat-Fish-Market ### 12. Dulan's Outdoor seating with a lovely patio setting creates a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with smooth R&B music that adds a lively vibe. The space is very clean and offers shade for comfort during hot weather. Food service happens through a window, emphasizing a casual, relaxed experience. - Address: 1714 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90047, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Dulan's ## 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.