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  • Want an Inexpensive Tropical Cocktail? Head to Golden Dragon in Chinatown

    Scorpion bowl at Golden Dragon in Chinatown 960 N. Broadway Los Angeles (Photo: Liz Ohanesian)
    Scorpion bowl at Golden Dragon

    I have yet to drink my way through the cocktail menu at Golden Dragon in Chinatown. I’ve made enough of a dent in it, though, to tell you that the piña colada, with a kick of coconut in its frothy top, is my favorite. But, the mai tai, Singapore sling and scorpion bowls are all worthy dinner companions as well. Even better, all of the drinks mentioned here, and most of the cocktails on Golden Dragon’s menu, are $8.50*, which is a downright deal for a mixed drink in Los Angeles right now. In fact, it’s lower than what I’ve seen during happy hour at multiple places downtown. 

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  • Breakfast at Philippe’s Is an Affordable Way to Start the Day

    breakfast at Philippe's with a cup of coffee and a donut. Photo: Liz Ohanesian
    At Philippe’s, you can get a cup of coffee for 46 cents and a donut for $1. (Pic: Liz O.)

    I grew up in a family full of staunch Angelenos who love to dispense advice on crucial subjects like rush hour short cuts and where to get a good meal. When it comes to the latter, one of the best pieces of advice I heard from multiple family members was, “Get breakfast at Philippe’s.” 

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