Los Angeles diners are seeing a rotating landscape of notable culinary experiences this week, ranging from West Hollywood’s unconventional Tex-Mex pasta dishes to a potential closure for an Arcadia doughnut shop. Based on recent reports, local establishments like Marvito, Momed, Monarch Donuts, and the Backyard at the Hollywood Bowl are currently drawing attention for specific menu items that define their respective neighborhood appeal.
Marvito and the Tex-Mex Pasta Trend
Located at 1113 North Harper Avenue in West Hollywood, Marvito is positioning itself as a “gorgeously unserious” dining destination. According to Nicole Fellah, the restaurant leans into menu outliers rather than traditional Mexican American staples. The standout dish is a massive portion of chicken piccata served with cheesy buttered pasta, which can be prepared with gluten-free penne. The kitchen utilizes a creamy, caper-brined sauce that distinguishes the dish from more traditional Italian preparations found elsewhere in the city.
Brunches and Bakery Closures in Northeast LA and Arcadia
In Atwater Village, the 12-year-old restaurant Momed continues to anchor its weekend brunch service with a pork belly eggs Benedict. The dish, served on focaccia with harissa hollandaise and summer tomatoes, is a signature of a menu overseen by chef Vartan Abgaryan since 2023. Meanwhile, in Arcadia, Monarch Donuts at 15 West Huntington Drive is nearing a potential closure. Owner Jonathan Ung has confirmed via social media that the shop will remain open through the end of July. The bakery is currently known for its light, feathery yeast doughnuts, specifically the maple glazed crumb variety.
Did You Know? Monarch Donuts in Arcadia operates on a limited daily schedule, with doors open only from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Live-Fire Dining at the Hollywood Bowl
At the Hollywood Bowl, the Backyard restaurant offers a full-service, live-fire menu curated by chef Suzanne Goin. Recent diners have noted a departure from traditional “bleacher-style” meals in favor of dishes such as rib-eye steak with salsa macha and heirloom tomatoes. A notable menu item is the huitlacoche mash, which incorporates layers of corn flavor with potatoes, providing a distinct profile for concertgoers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monarch Donuts permanently closing?
Monarch Donuts is rumored to be closing soon; owner Jonathan Ung has confirmed the shop will operate through the end of July.
Who oversees the menu at the Backyard at the Hollywood Bowl?
Chef Suzanne Goin oversees the menu at the Backyard and the rest of the food operations at the Hollywood Bowl.
What is unique about the chicken piccata at Marvito?
According to Nicole Fellah, the piccata is notably creamier than standard Italian renditions and is served in portions large enough to feed three people.
Have you visited any of these locations during their recent peak-season menu rotations?
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