Here's How to Support L.A. Restaurants Who Provided Fire Relief

{ "updated": "Feb. 7, 2025", "mainContent": { "introduction": "In the midst of the most recent wildfire crisis in Los Angeles, restaurants were the first to step up and feed the community. Many transformed, virtually overnight, into commissary kitchens to cook and distribute thousands of hot meals to frontline workers and displaced families. With needs and information in constant flux, many devised ad hoc systems for partnering with local nonprofits, mutual aid organizations, and volunteers — along with larger operations such as World Central Kitchen — to distribute meals across the city.", "supportingRestaurants": [ { "name": "Funke", "location": "Beverly Hills", "image": "", "description": "Evan Funke is a certified hitmaker in L.A., but his three-level flagship in Beverly Hills might just be his magnum opus. Funke has been on the ground serving meals with World Central Kitchen, and for a portion of January, proceeds from all cacio e pepe sold are being donated to LAFD Foundation.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Mother Wolf LA", "location": "Hollywood", "description": "Evan Funke’s Hollywood ode to Roman-style pizzas and pastas has been donating all proceeds from orders of its signature tonarelli cacio e pepe in January to LAFD Foundation.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Ètra", "location": "Melrose Hill", "description": "This Italian joint offers free meals to displaced people and donates meals to first responders and evacuees.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Jon & Vinny's – Fairfax", "location": "Fairfax", "description": "All locations have been delivering food to the main command posts for first responders; several locations have also been serving as distribution hubs to collect and deliver food from other restaurants.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "All Time", "location": "Los Feliz", "image": "", "description": "This lush, cozy destination offers free meals to anyone displaced by the fires.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Little Ripper", "location": "Glassell Park", "description": "Provides meals to first responders and is known for its cozy wine bar atmosphere.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Tsubaki", "location": "Echo Park", "description": "Offers various small plates and supports a line cook who lost his home in the Eaton fire by donating sales from select items.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Linden", "location": "Hollywood", "description": "Donates $20,000 to the California Community Foundation for wildfire relief efforts and pledges 20% of all January proceeds toward wildfire relief support.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Highly Likely Highland Park", "location": "Highland Park", "description": "Provides meals for first responders and supports a staff member affected by the fire via a GoFundMe.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" }, { "name": "Le Great Outdoor", "location": "Santa Monica", "description": "Feeds firefighters and provides an outdoor dining experience.", "instagram": "More info on the restaurant’s Instagram" } ], "note": "This list is not exhaustive, and you are encouraged to call the restaurant or check their social media for current updates." } }