It’s safe to say this week has already been far from normal, with multiple wildfires burning across Los Angeles County. Although the high-speed winds have largely subsided for now, conditions at the scene for firefighters and other first responders have worsened. Tens of thousands of Angelenos have already been forced to evacuate, and the largest fires, the Eaton and Palisades fires, are in the single digits of containment, and smaller fires such as the Sunswept, Sunset, and And then there’s the logistical whiplash caused by the ongoing Kenneth and Hearst fires.
But for those displaced by the fires, a handful of Los Angeles restaurants are doing everything in their power to provide free food and shelter. This running list was updated on Thursday, January 9th.
Restaurants offering free food and fire relief
Photo: Patricia Kelly Yeo from Time Out
This French restaurant and wine bar is offering dine-in service tonight with a limited menu. Anyone who has been evacuated by the fire will receive a free meal. Send a message to Bar Etoile. Check out Instagram for more details.
Photo: Stephanie Breijo for Time OutBé Ù’s Lemongrass and Pork Banh Mi
Bé Ù (Silver Lake)
Today, this Vietnamese staple on the border of Silver Lake and East Hollywood will be serving free meals to fire evacuees and first responders until 3:30 p.m. The affordable menu also includes vegan and allergy-friendly options. The restaurant plans to continue offering similar relief measures in the future.
Photo: Courtesy of Jakob N. Layman Danny Boy’s Famous Original
First responders and evacuees can stop by Daniel Holzman’s namesake pizzeria and grab a slice of pizza or even a whole pie at home.
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Oiber (Studio City)
This fusion-inspired dive bar joint will be open tonight from 5pm to 8pm, offering a limited menu of burgers, fish sandwiches, fries, and soups (vegan or chicken options also available). All food is free, no questions asked, but those with means are encouraged to donate to World Central Kitchen.
The area’s beloved Red Sauce joint is offering free meals (choice of spaghetti marinara or bolognese, garlic bread, and Caesar salad) to first responders and wildfire evacuees. Ask to coordinate with Sunday Gravy via direct message on Instagram. Those with means are encouraged to donate $20 or more to the restaurant’s Venmo.
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First responders and evacuees can stop by this New York-style slice joint’s original location and eat a free whole pie on the go.
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In addition to remaining open for regular dinner service, the family-owned Vietnamese fusion restaurant located at 90210 plans to offer complimentary pho and garlic noodles to those evacuated by the wildfires.
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This vegan-friendly ramen shop in Studio City is offering free meals to first responders and “anyone affected by the fire.” Those with additional funds are encouraged to pay it forward by purchasing meals for others.
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Tatsu Ramen (Sawtelle, Melrose, Pasadena, Art District)
Today from noon to 3 p.m., L.A.’s most prolific ramen chain is offering free to-go orders of plant-based hippie bowls to first responders and evacuees. Just walk to any location.
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This gorgeous Spanish restaurant in Brentwood is offering to-go paella orders for first responders and evacuees while supplies last. Please stop by our restaurant.
First responders and evacuees can pick up and spread free bagels at this long-established bagel shop on Beverly Boulevard. Please come and visit us.
Sola Craft Kitchen (Art District)
This newly opened fusion restaurant in the Arts District will be offering free lunch bowls to first responders and evacuees. However, please call ahead or send a direct message on Instagram to arrange pick-up.
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This farm-to-table Chinese restaurant in Alhambra provides free meals to those in need. If you or someone you know is affected by the fires and needs help, please reach out to us on Instagram.
Evacuees and first responders can stop by this famous Chicago fried chicken restaurant and enjoy two free meals per family. Located in Westfield Culver City. Please note that this is not offered at the big Hollywood stores.
One of the city’s leading breakfast burrito purveyors is offering one free to-go meal to first responders and those affected by the fires starting today (Friday) and running through Sunday. First responders must have proof of employment (valid ID or uniform).
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Bravo Toast (West Hollywood and Silver Lake)
This breakfast and brunch tartine specialty store is offering free coffee, burritos, toast and other menu items to first responders and those affected by the fires. For more information, send us a direct message on Instagram or stop by any of our locations from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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From now until January 12th, this newly opened Mexican restaurant will be offering free meals to those displaced by the fire. Please stop by our restaurant. The same deal is also offered at Descanso’s original location in Costa Mesa
This halal Yemeni restaurant is open daily from 11am to 1am and offers free meals to fire evacuees who stop by the restaurant.
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This vegan restaurant in Brentwood and Marina del Rey is offering free grab-and-go meals to first responders and anyone affected by the fires. Orders must be placed in person at one of our locations. Brentwood will be open from noon to 6 p.m., and Marina del Rey will be open from noon to 9 p.m. Pick-up only.
This modern Indian restaurant and bar in downtown Culver City is offering free meals to all fire evacuees.
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Horses (West Hollywood)
As of last night, the picturesque Sunset Boulevard brasserie was serving Caesar salad and pasta bolognese to everyone evacuated by the fire, while supplies last.
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Kato (Art District)
This Michelin-starred restaurant in the Arts District is opening its doors to fire evacuees (or first responders) in need of free food, water, and phone calls. KATO’s John Yao is also donating packaged food for mass donations.
For those who had to evacuate (and first responders) due to the fire, Open Market will be providing free meals today (January 10) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This Southeast Asian restaurant in Pasadena is serving Malay chicken curry to all evacuees and first responders.
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First responders and those displaced by various evacuations can stop by this Silver Lake watering hole for free potato tacos, tater tots, and fries.
Both locations of the pizzeria will serve pizza for evacuees and first responders.
James (El Segundo)
All fire evacuees and first responders are invited to stop by this El Segundo Italian restaurant for homemade pasta.
Photo: Courtesy of Tam O’Shanter.
Anyone forced to evacuate their home can enjoy a free sandwich and soft drink at this long-established Scottish pub.
Like its sister restaurant Tam O’Shanter, Lawry’s offers complimentary handheld drinks and soft drinks (choice of prime rib sandwich or burger). This deal is only available at the bar.
Photo courtesy of Wonho Frank Lee
From 4 p.m. until closing today (January 10), anyone displaced by the fire can enjoy a free clam chowder and crispy fish sandwich at this West Hollywood seafood restaurant.
This halal burger joint in the San Fernando Valley is offering free meals to those affected by the fires.
Do you know of a restaurant in your neighborhood or elsewhere that is offering hot meals to evacuees and people displaced by wildfires, no questions asked? Email p.kelly.yeo@gmail.com please.
