#seafood-restaurant

#seafood-restaurant

The Hummingbird, chef Ricardo Zarate's irreverent ceviche shack perched in Echo Park, is one of those iykyk restaurants that has quietly become a locals' favorite and even lured some Westside regulars for its lip-puckering ceviches, Nikkei hand rolls, and aji-spiked risotto de mariscos. Zarate (of Picca and Rosaliné fame) feels both at his most relaxed and confident in the casual space, often behind the counter portioning out dishes himself.

This casual dockside restaurant serves up a menu filled with Floridian classics such as conch fritters, gulf shrimp, grouper tacos, Mahi-Mahi sandwiches, and more, all with an unencumbered view of Florida's breathtaking waterways. Star Fish Company even serves its own version of one of Florida's most iconic foods: the key lime pie. The restaurant has 4.5/5 stars on Yelp with over 1,000 reviews praising the restaurant's ability to create food that's perfectly crisp and flavorful.

"We just wanted to have something where the community could gather and have a place to visit while they're visiting their place of residence ... and feel a bit of normalcy after such a devastating event," said Jim Harris, the restaurant manager and chief executive of Gladstones Legacy Group.

Chef Michael Cimarusti’s restaurant, Providence, has earned three Michelin stars in 2025, highlighting its excellence in upscale dining and seafood offerings in Los Angeles.

Maldonado expressed, "I love the dish. I love the name. I love the flavors... it's the perfect dish." This facilitates her deep connection to her roots and culinary heritage.