The best Caesar salad in L.A.

Because sometimes you just need a salad. This chicory salad in Santa Monica and Caesar in Echo Park are extraordinary.
Jenn Harris • Los Angeles Times • April 17, 2023
I like to think of salads as playgrounds for my favorite dressings. Sharp shallot vinaigrette, creamy Blue cheese and punchy, salty Caesar. Most of the time I lean toward a wedge. Cobbs are fun. Caesar is always welcome. This week’s...
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