Los Angeles rewards every trekker after hiking with a world-class meal just a few minutes from the trailhead. Whether you’ve summited Mount Baldy or simply strolled the Culver City Stairs, these ten restaurants—spread across the Valley, city center, Westside, and San Gabriel foothills—serve menus worthy of your post-hike hunger.
Brent’s Deli
Location: Stoney Point Park — Northridge
Famous for skyscraper pastrami Reubens, Brent’s has nourished climbers tackling Stoney Point’s granite boulders since 1967. Pair the sandwich with a matzo-ball soup or share a latke-and-blintz sampler after hiking before heading back to the 118 freeway.
Berge’s Sandwiches
Location: Deukmejian Wilderness Park — La Cañada Flintridge
A 1970s time capsule of wood paneling and tomato-soup steam, Berge’s is beloved for thick pastrami on rye and tuna melts. It’s the reward locals crave after hiking the Rim of the Valley trail network’s switchbacks.
The Old Place
Location: Malibu Creek State Park — Agoura Hills
Housed in a former 19th-century general store, this Western roadhouse serves cinnamon rolls at sunrise and rib-eye steaks at dusk. It’s rustic, remote, and exactly what you want after scrambling the park’s volcanic rock pools.
Loupiotte Kitchen
Location: Griffith Park — Los Feliz
Checkered tablecloths and all-day brioche French toast make this French café a brunch magnet. Order the creamy polenta with panko-crusted egg, then wander Vermont Avenue’s boutiques en route to the Observatory.
Luv2Eat Thai Bistro
Location: Runyon Canyon — Hollywood
Southern-Thai heat meets Hollywood cool at this laid-back spot just downhill from Runyon’s Fuller Gate. Plan for the 30-minute Hat Yai fried-chicken wait, and soothe the spice with Thai iced tea before continuing your hiking to the next selfie stop.
Lowboy
Location: Elysian Park — Echo Park
Smash burgers, chicken tenders, and six beers on tap define this neighborhood bar’s post-Dodger-game vibe. After looping Elysian’s dog-friendly trails, grab patio seating and watch Sunset Boulevard roll by.
Village Mart & Deli
Location: Ascot Hills Park — El Sereno
Home to one of L.A.’s most legendary breakfast burritos, this family-run deli also crafts classic Italian subs. It’s a quick downhill drive from Ascot’s skyline overlooks—perfect for a grab-and-go picnic.
Gus’s BBQ (Claremont)
Location: Mount Baldy — Claremont
Nothing beats smoked ribs and jalapeño-cheese grits after conquering Baldy’s 10,066-foot peak. Cast-iron cornbread and a cold beer seal the deal at this 1946-born smokehouse’s spacious Foothill outpost.
Flo’s Coffee Shop
Location: Bridge to Nowhere Hike — El Monte
Classic diner plates—huevos rancheros, French toast, menudo on weekends—await hikers who’ve tackled the San Gabriel River’s 10-mile round-trip adventure. Counter stools and bottomless coffee feel especially satisfying after a canyon swim.
Monroe Place
Location: Culver City Stairs — Culver City
Having climbed nearly 300 concrete steps, reward yourself with a jamón Serrano–loaded Italian Spaniard sandwich or the vegetarian Lil’ Bambino drizzled in honey. Everything is designed for takeout, so grab a bench at nearby Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook and savor your victory.
Hiking Trail-to-Table Tips
- Hydrate First: Sip water for 15 minutes before digging in—your muscles will thank you.
- Dress in Layers: Restaurants like The Old Place get breezy after sunset; pack a light jacket.
- Order Ahead: Loupiotte and Brent’s offer online pickup; minimize wait times by tapping your phone before you untie your boots.
From pastrami towers in the Valley to beach-adjacent cinnamon rolls, these ten eateries prove that Los Angeles hiking isn’t just about elevation gain—it’s about tasting the city one trail at a time. Lace up, trek out, and bring your appetite.