Fast, friendly service and a huge menu are hallmarks of Los Angeles’s Crocodile mini-chain (another nearby location is at 626 N Central Ave in Glendale). From the three-section pizza—incorporating barbecued chicken, sausage, and pepperoni—to tortilla soup and grilled salmon in guajillo chile pepper sauce, it’s a bonus that virtually all of the fare is prepared with flair. Add trendy, colorful décor, and you’ve got a reliably fun, relaxing family food spot.

Crocodile Cafe Information:

• California menu. Lunch, dinner. Bar. Children's menu. Casual attire. Reservations recommended. Outdoor seating.