This clubby Italian joint in WeHo with possibly the best apple pie slice around has some decent old-school classics such as spaghetti & meatballs, funghi pizza, and carbonara. One of the best late night vibes in town. Open until 2 a.m. nightly.

A must-experience, all-night eatery in Downtown doesn't have a better composition than The Original Pantry Cafe, a tried-and-true greasy spoon institution that grills solid steaks and makes the ideal pancakes, any time of day or night. Cash only, open 24 hours.

The retro-cool vibe at this Hollywood favorite might have the best late night diner food in the city. The ingredients are thoughtfully chosen and the menu looks surprisingly small for a restaurant of this type. The breakfast items are great as is the burger.

The lines never seem to cease at this popular quick-service Neapolitan Pizza joint that makes fully custom pizzas to order. Using an almost-Chipotle style, diners rack up toppings then wait mere minutes before the wood-fired oven spits out pies. Even better than service goes until 2 a.m. each evening.

One of two all-night restaurants (the other is a stone's throw from Downtown), Pacific Dining Car is the elegant night owl's landing, where white tablecloths and a menu lifted from the 50's makes it presence known. The varied menu is pricey but features items like the Midnight Cowboy Steak and the Rack of Lamb. Because people get hungry at 3 a.m.

This swanky burger joint inside the Roosevelt hotel has a bordello-type feel to it that feels great after drinking along Hollywood Blvd. The burgers might've lost a little bit of luster after these years, but they're still better than average, with juicy patties and soft brioche buns to go along with distinct toppings. The boozy milkshakes are a great draw as well.

The Westside got a nice boost in culinary cred when Charlie Parker opened this gastropub-like restaurant on an underserved area on Pico Blvd. Think charcuterie, deconstructed reuben sandwiches on a cutting board, brussels sprouts, and belgian waffles available til 12 p.m. on weekdays and 1 a.m. on weekend evenings. Throw in a swell cocktail such as the Stumbling Cowboy or a pint of cold craft beer.

The garlic stench permeates the entire block at this fluorescent bomb of a restaurant on Koreatown's stretch of Wilshre Blvd. Ideal after long hours at the local karaoke rooms or Korean bars, the knife-cut noodle soup and steamed dumplings are a terrific hangover cure (or preventive ailment). Beware the extremely garlic-filled kimchi.

This West LA standard serves terrific izakaya favorites such as agadashi tofu and udon noodles. The large, varied menu works great with the simple beer and more extensive sake menu. Serves til 1 a.m. on weekends, 11 p.m. on weeknights.

Why wait in line at the Kogi trucks when you get sit down, have a great cocktail or beer, and enjoy the same fare without the long wait? Alibi Room might be the most unsung hero in late-night dining in LA, with specials like kimchi quesadilla, sliders, breakfast burrito, hot wings, and of course tacos available on paper plates. Just so it feels like a bit more like the truck.

The quintessential L.A. late night hang, the eighties are alive here, with vintage ceiling and leather booths galore. The pastrami is pretty solid while the breakfast items are always good choices. The menu's gotten a recent revamp, which is nice for nighttime foodies.

Ginseng chicken soup, abalone porridge, and numerous other Korean cuisine classics are available late into the night at Mountain Cafe. Like many Korean dishes, they're great hangover cures as well. (24/7 hours)

It's a simple concept that works surprisingly well – sausages and beer. Pick desired sausages, get them grilled up, top with caramelized onions, mustard, and peppers, place in bread roll. Wurstkuche does this formula with remarkable ease, and serves late most nights. A decent German and local craft beer selection is also available on tap. There are outlets in both Venice and Downtown's Arts District. Kitchen open until midnight, bar until 2 a.m.

This Korean-Chinese fusion joint in the heart of Koreatown, steps from Chapman plaza and the bustling 6th street corridor, Albaene serves classics such as jja-jjang myun (black noodles) and sweet & sour pork all day and night (24/7). There's also spicy seafood soup, fried dumplings, and a swatch of decent banchan - it's a great after-drinking meal that reminds one of late nights in Seoul.

There are plenty of all-you-can-eat Korean barbecues in Koreatown, but only a few of them are open late. Don Day is one of the better choices for late night AYCE, with a swell selection of fresh cuts for under $20 per person. Think thinly sliced brisket, fat pieces of pork belly, and marinaded short rib.

The brightness in the room might be a turnoff, but after hour of drinking, karaoke, and other various nighttime revelry, there's nothing quite like tucking into a plate of fried kimchi rice or a bowl of spicy beef soup (yook hwe jang) into the wee hours of the night. Nam Dae Moon is a Koreatown classic that endures after many decades, serving 24/7.

This Hollywood gastropub serves a hefty menu up until 1:30 a.m. with favorites such as Welsh Rarebit, Crispy Pig Ear Salad, and Fish & Chips. There's a decent cocktail menu put together by barman Damian Windsor, such as the Geezer, featuring Old Overholt Rye, Mezcal, bitters, cinnamon, and flamed orange served on the rocks.

This dark Hollywood beer & burger joint is a casual spot to relax with friends and enjoy a late night meal after hitting the bars or clubs. The Stout Burger has blue cheese, rosemary bacon, caramelized onions, and roasted tomatoes on a house-blend patty that's ground in house daily.

Top Chef winner Ilan Hall's den of a dining room inside the Alexandra building in Downtown's Historic Core serves until 1:30 a.m., making it one of the best late-night spots in Downtown for a respectable meal. The wine list, cocktails, and beer are also better than the average late-night coffee shop. Bacon-wrapped meatballs at 1 a.m. anyone?

This old-school Thai Town noodle joint serves late into the night, when the local bar goers and Hollywood trouble-makers need a hangover cure. The menu features spicy bowls of Thai Boat Noodles and other classics at a bargain price.

This technologically savvy ramen joint makes diners order via an iPad strapped to the wall, making for a streamlined order for this 21st century comfort food. The noodles and soup are probably just a cut above, with an umami-rich tonkotsu broth. Serves until 2 a.m. most weekdays and 3 a.m. on the weekends.

This popular burger restaurant has been around since the 1940's, with practically nothing changed since. The burgers and pies are made the old fashioned way, with quality ingredients and quick counter service. The ceiling fans, thick, dank air, and the dim lights make this greasy spoon feel like a time warp, in the best possible way. Serves Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday until 12 am., and Friday and Saturday until 1 a.m.

This Northern Thai eatery does all the classics the right way, with even the right spice levels. Dishes like green papaya salad, grilled pork neck, and tom yum soup are good enough to make one skip the drive to Thai Town altogether. Serves until 12 a.m. nightly, closed Mondays.

This tiny Koreatown restaurant always seems to have a wait, and it's well worth it. The homestyle dishes are authentic as can be, with quality found everywhere from the banchan to the slow-braised short rib that might be one of the best in town. The spicy mackerel is also amazing, with a dense, rich sauce that's perfect over steamed rice. Serves until 12 a.m. daily.

This North Korean-style dive bar has the exact ambiance one would expect at a crummy place in Pyongyang - and that's a good thing. Expect the food to be much better pub fare, with skewers, wings, savory pancakes, and plenty of other drinking grub that goes great late into the night. Serves until 2 a.m., seven days a week.

A slightly scaled down Red Medicine menu is now offered at the legendary Hollywood haunt of Formosa Cafe. The banh mi and bacon-XO tinted Shanghai rice cakes are a great thing to pair with the classic cocktail menu. Or indulge in the whole fried fish served with various pickled accoutrements.

Open every night of the year until 2 a.m., this late night deli has pretty darn good pastrami and even better corned beef. Grab a bottle of wine from the shop downstairs (just $6 corkage) and sip it with a grilled Reuben. It's handy to have parking in the back and comfy seats on the upstairs mezzanine.

This late night pizzeria perfectly situated in Downtown will surely be a place to hit after frequenting the bars in the area. A smart move by 213 owner Cedd Moses, the pies here are classic, thin crust, and ready to consume on the fly. Try the Nonna pie or the Nutella pie if you're in the mood for something sweet.