When flying into Los Angeles International Airport, secure a window seat on the north-facing side of the plane to behold the sky-high view of SoFi Stadium. The Inglewood entertainment complex hosted Super Bowl LVI in 2022, is the site of the 2026 World
Cup, and play a big part in Los Angeles’s 2028 Summer Olympics. In between the sporting events, the calendar is filled with a constant stream of concerts, including five spring performances by Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar, and Blackpink in July 2025. Concerts also occur at the adjacent YouTube Theater and the Intuit Dome, leaving those with tickets to wonder where they should eat before or after an event. Thankfully, Inglewood and the surrounding streets are filled with fantastic dining options for any mood.
That being said, longtime locals are still adjusting to the massive influx of crowds, so be respectful while heading to some of Inglewood’s best restaurants, breweries, or one of several barbecue joints. It’s also possible to dine at the venue, of course, but incredible options abound in the surrounding neighborhood at a far more reasonable price. Here are the best restaurants to try right now around SoFi Stadium.
In this update, Eater added Asadero Chikali, Little Belize Restaurant, the Serving Spoon, Tev’s & Family Kitchen, Somerville, and Wah Gwaan Jamaican.
Mona Holmes takes concerts very seriously and has attended music and sporting events at almost every venue in Los Angeles. If asked nicely, she’ll show a picture of her carefully coordinated silver outfit for Beyoncé’s 2023 Renaissance tour.
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