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I'll be in LA from Jan 3rd-25th and will need to rent a car while I'm there. I'm planning to drive to Vegas and San Francisco on the weekends. A friend recommended the app Turo for affo… Hey everyone!
I'll be in LA from Jan 3rd-25th and will need to rent a car while I'm there. I'm planning to drive to Vegas and San Francisco on the weekends. A friend recommended the app Turo for affordable rentals, has anyone used it before or knows of other budget-friendly options for car rentals in the area?
Would love any advice! Thanks in advance!
turo is fine for longer rentals like yours, just check the host's rating and read their specific rules. some hosts charge crazy cleaning fees or have mileage limits that'll kill u on a vegas trip. honestly for 3 weeks I'd look at a monthly rental from enterprise or hertz in like burbank or glendale instead of LAX - way cheaper and less bs with airport fees. also check costco travel if you have a membership, they sometimes have solid rates that include a second driver for free
honestly the airport surcharge at LAX is brutal, you're paying like $30-40 a day just in fees before the actual rental cost. if you're doing vegas and SF you'll rack up miles fast so unlimited mileage is non-negotiable. i'd check the hertz or enterprise location on sepulveda near the airport instead of the actual terminal, way less fees and they'll shuttle you over. also january is pretty mild so you don't need anything fancy, a corolla or civic will do fine for those highway drives
Depends on your trip length and budget. For a short trip, grabbing something from LAX might be easiest. Longer trips? Check out some of the off-airport rental places, you'll often find better deals. And always, always read the fine print on insurance.
Best Food in Los Angeles (2026)
For a quintessential LA experience, head to Leo's Taco Truck at 1043 S Alvarado St. Their al pastor tacos, shaved off a vertical spit with a slice of pineapple, cost about $… 🌮 Iconic Street Tacos
For a quintessential LA experience, head to Leo's Taco Truck at 1043 S Alvarado St. Their al pastor tacos, shaved off a vertical spit with a slice of pineapple, cost about $2.50 each. Open daily from 10 AM to 2 AM, it's a late-night favorite.
🍔 Burgers Worth the Hype
In-N-Out Burger at 7009 Sunset Blvd remains a must-try for its Double-Double Animal Style, priced around $5. For a gourmet option, visit Father's Office at 3229 Helms Ave in Culver City, known for its Office Burger with caramelized onions and Gruyere, $18.
🍜 Ramen in Little Tokyo
Daikokuya at 327 E 1st St in Little Tokyo serves a rich tonkotsu ramen for $15. Expect a wait, as it's popular; arrive before 6 PM on weekdays. The broth simmers for 18 hours, creating a deep pork flavor.
🥟 Dim Sum in Chinatown
Ocean Seafood at 747 N Broadway offers classic dim sum from 8 AM to 3 PM, with carts rolling by. Prices range from $4 to $8 per dish. Try the har gow (shrimp dumplings) and siu mai for a traditional start.
🍕 Neapolitan Pizza in Silver Lake
Pizzeria Mozza at 641 N Highland Ave is a Nancy Silverton gem, with a Margherita pizza for $18. The crust is charred and chewy, baked in a wood-fired oven. Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner.
🥘 Korean BBQ in Koreatown
Park's BBQ at 955 S Vermont Ave is a top spot for premium beef, with combo meals starting at $50 per person. They use charcoal grills for authentic flavor. Arrive early to avoid the dinner rush, as waits can exceed an hour.
🍦 Artisan Ice Cream
Salt & Straw at 240 N Larchmont Blvd offers creative flavors like Honey Lavender and Sea Salt with Caramel Ribbons, with scoops at $6.50. They also have vegan options. The line moves quickly, but expect a short wait on weekends.
🍩 Donuts for Dessert
Sidecar Doughnuts at 1125 Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice serves fresh, made-to-order donuts like the Huckleberry, $4.50 each. They use local ingredients and have a rotating seasonal menu. Go early; popular flavors sell out by noon.
Great list, really captures the variety. For the donuts at Sidecar, the Huckleberry is the one to get, but if you're in that Venice area around breakfast, also swing by Gjusta on Sunset Avenue. Their smoked fish plate with bagel and cream cheese is around $20 but it's a proper meal, and the line is usually faster than the main spot. One thing I'd add is the taco scene in Boyle Heights, specifically Guisados on 1st Street. Their sampler plate of six mini tacos for $12 gives you a good tour of their braised meats, and the salsa roja there has a real kick that most places in the city lack.
This is a really well put together guide, you hit the major neighborhoods. For the Silver Lake pizza scene, if Mozza is booked solid which it often is, walk down to DeSano Pizza Bakery on Sunset. They do a proper Neapolitan style with a similar char, a Margherita is about $16, and the space is massive so you can usually get a table without a reservation. One thing missing here is the Thai food in East Hollywood, specifically Jitlada on Sunset Boulevard. Their spicy eggplant with crispy pork is a standout, and the owner Jazz will help you navigate the massive menu if you tell her what heat level you can handle. It's cash only and the line can stretch down the block on weekends.
That's a really thorough guide, captures the LA food scene well. The only major thing I'd add is the sandwich game, specifically the porchetta sandwich from Bombo's at the Grand Central Market. It's about $15 and the crackling is always perfectly crispy, they carve it right in front of you. While you're in the market, the egg sandwich from Eggslut is solid but the line can be 30 minutes on weekends, so Bombo's is a better bet if you're hungry now. For a less touristy market experience, the Santa Monica Farmers Market on Wednesdays has a stall called The Oinkster that does a pastrami sandwich with hand-cut fries for $12 that I'd take over any deli in the city.