Matthew Kang

Los Angeles

Editor of Eater LA @eaterla. Host of K-Town, an Eater video series about Korean food in America. USC 2007. He/Him. Send inquiries to kang at eater dot com

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Articles

Award-Winning Chef Matt Molina Opens Cannonball, a Charming South Pasadena Bistro

3 days ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

One of northeast Los Angeles’s most charming neighborhoods, South Pasadena, welcomed Cannonball on May 2, a new restaurant from Hippo chef Matt Molina and operating partner Joe Capella. The sprawling multi-floor space, previously occupied by Piccolo, has original brick walls, an extensive vintage wine list, cocktails, and farmers-market-derived seasonal produce.
The Fate of Rite Aid’s Thrifty Ice Cream Is Uncertain

5 days ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

Thrifty Ice Cream factory in El Monte, California. Wonho Frank Lee Matthew Kang is the Lead Editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, and has covered dining, restaurants, food culture, and nightlife in Los Angeles since 2008. He hosted a YouTube show called K-Town, covering Korean food in America and has been featured on Netflix's Street Food.
Mensho Ramen in Culver City Could Be the Best New Noodle Shop in Los Angeles

1 week ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

One of Tokyo’s most celebrated ramen restaurants, Mensho Ramen, opened in Culver City on May 16 without much of an announcement beyond a subtle post on Instagram from its chef, Tomoharu Shono. The small space along Culver Boulevard has already drawn modest lines for its toripaitan-based ramen, housemade wheat noodles, and inventive topping combinations.
The 45-Minute Power Lunch at Benihana Is a Killer Recession-Era Deal

1 week ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

When times get tough, nothing tastes better than a reasonably priced lunch, which can now look like a 45-minute plow through the steaming, clanking, and slicing experience of Benihana, the original hibachi. Launched a few weeks ago, the sub-$20 power lunch guarantees a 45-minute meal or else it’s free, like the mattresses from Sit-and-Sleep if they can’t beat an advertised price.
A Popular LA Sourdough Bakery Sold at Erewhon and Local Farmers Markets Opens in Del Rey

2 weeks ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

One of LA’s most viral new bakeries, Hasi Bread, opened a retail shop and cafe in the Del Rey/Mar Vista area last Tuesday, May 13, on the corner of Centinela and Washington Boulevard inside the former Hot Cakes Bakes. The first permanent standalone location for the farmers market favorite sells its popular yellow-and-blue sourdough bread, along with pastries and coffee.
The Best Central Coast Barbecue Spots, According to Eater Editors

2 weeks ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

Back to List Grilled steaks and meats at Jocko’s in Nipomo, California. Lucas Kwan Peterson Grilled steaks and meats at Jocko’s in Nipomo, California. | Lucas Kwan Peterson Another noteworthy difference of Santa Maria or Central Coast barbecue is that steaks and other cuts are cooked on large pit grills with direct heat instead of other types of American barbecue that use low-and-slow smoke and heat to cook.
Inside the New California Restaurant Opening at La Cañada’s Lush Descanso Gardens

2 weeks ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

Dishes and cocktails from Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens. Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens Matthew Kang is the Lead Editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, and has covered dining, restaurants, food culture, and nightlife in Los Angeles since 2008. He hosted a YouTube show called K-Town, covering Korean food in America and has been featured on Netflix's Street Food.
This Katz’s Deli in Burbank Is Definitely Not the Famous One From New York City

2 weeks ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

Pastrami sandwich on seedless rye bread at Katz’s Deli in Burbank. Matthew Kang Matthew Kang is the Lead Editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, and has covered dining, restaurants, food culture, and nightlife in Los Angeles since 2008. He hosted a YouTube show called K-Town, covering Korean food in America and has been featured on Netflix's Street Food.
Michelin-Starred New York Spanish Restaurant Opening in June 2025 in Century City

3 weeks ago | la.eater.com | Matthew Kang

Paella from Casa Dani. Casa Dani Matthew Kang is the Lead Editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, and has covered dining, restaurants, food culture, and nightlife in Los Angeles since 2008. He hosted a YouTube show called K-Town, covering Korean food in America and has been featured on Netflix's Street Food. Casa Dani from chef Dani García is on track to finally debut inside the Westfield Century City in June 2025 after a three-year build.
Michelin Adds Four New San Diego Restaurants to the California Guide

3 weeks ago | sandiego.eater.com | Rebecca Roland |Matthew Kang

A dish of white asparagus from Lilo in Carlsbad. Kimberly Motos In advance of the California Michelin Guide ceremony on June 25, 2025, in Sacramento, the tire brand and culinary awards organization just added seven new Southern California restaurants to its guide, including four in San Diego. These new additions are eligible to receive a Michelin star at the Michelin Guide California ceremony this summer or a Bib Gourmand designation.