Best Hidden Gems Heaven Restaurants in Larchmont
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Mario's Peruvian & Seafood
Authentic Peruvian seafood with over 20 years serving the neighborhood
Worthy Picks
7.9
This no-frills Peruvian spot in a small strip mall has served exceptional ceviche and seafood for over two decades. The bright, casual space fills with neighborhood regulars seeking fresh lemon-cured fish and Peruvian-Chinese fusion dishes at reasonable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ceviche Mixto, Chaufa de Mariscos, Lomo Saltado
What Makes it Special: Authentic Peruvian seafood with over 20 years serving the neighborhood
7.9
A new Melrose Hill cafe from a cult pop-up, pairing Venezuelan-leaning savory bites with pastry-chef ice cream and pies. Come for a scoop alongside a slice—this is dessert-first hospitality with a playful edge.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Ice Cream (seasonal), Slice of Pie à la Mode, Brown Butter–style Sundae (seasonal build)
What Makes it Special: Garage-pop-up energy turned cafe, with pastry-driven ice cream program.
7.8
Veracruz-style kitchen where tamales are the headline but tacos and birria sopes quietly shine. Expect bright, homey flavors and a daytime-friendly dining room that feels more like a neighborhood café than a taqueria.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Birria sopes, Mole tamales
What Makes it Special: Veracruz comfort cooking with tamales and tacos under one roof.
7.8
A friendly neighborhood patisserie next to the Hollywood Historic Hotel doing sliceable celebration cakes, croissants, and strong La Colombe coffee. It’s a newer local hangout where the case changes often, and the staff keeps things cheerful and fast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Strawberry shortcake slice, Ham & cheese croissant, Cheesecake slice
What Makes it Special: Comforting cake-and-coffee spot with a real neighborhood pulse.
#5
Awan
7.7
A vegan ice cream shop built on Southeast Asian technique—coconut milk and palm sugar as the base instead of dairy, with flavors like saffron pistachio and matcha that lean into that foundation. The 81% five-star rate on 101 reviews suggests the product lands consistently. Works for non-dairy seekers who want something more specific than oat milk soft serve.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vegan Ice Cream, Oreo, Saffron Pistachio
What Makes it Special: Southeast Asian-inspired vegan ice cream made with coconut milk and palm sugar instead of dairy