Our dining experiences shifted dramatically when the COVID-19 pandemic upended our daily routines. Since then, many of us have been inspired to channel our creativity in the kitchen. Here at AAA, we asked our restaurant critics to share a recipe—one that brings them comfort—from a favorite eatery.
Pizzeria Mozza's Potato, Egg, and Bacon Pizza
641 N. Highland Avenue, Los Angeles
323-297-0101; pizzeriamozza.com
Pizzeria Mozza's Potato, Egg, and Bacon Pizza
Otoño's Pan con Tomate
5715 N. Figueroa Street, Highland Park
323-474-6624; otonorestaurant.com
Otoño's Pan con Tomate
Via Maestra 42's Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
3343 State Street, Santa Barbara
805-569-6522; viamaestra42.com
Via Maestra 42's Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
The Quarter Creole Cuisine's Creole Seafood Filé Gumbo
201 N. Indian Hill Boulevard, Claremont
909-482-2200; thequartercreole.com
The Quarter Creole Cuisine's Creole Seafood Filé Gumbo
Adya's Grilled Cauliflower Steak With Cilantro Sauce
440 S. Anaheim Boulevard, Unit 201, Anaheim
714-533-2392; adyaoc.com
Adya's Grilled Cauliflower Steak With Cilantro Sauce
Golden Chopsticks's Salt-and-Pepper Chicken Wings
1430 E. Plaza Boulevard, National City
619-336-1888; goldenchopsticksnc.com
Golden Chopsticks' Salt-and-Pepper Chicken Wings
