Chef
Eric Greenspan

Los Angeles

About Eric Greenspan

Already well-known for his fine dining prowess, Chef Eric Greenspan created his first menu for The Foundry on Melrose to make his deliciousness accessible to everyone. He is the owner of Greenspan's Grilled Cheese, The Roof On Wilshire, Erven, and Fleishik's.

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My Venues

Accolades

Nominee for Best New Restaurant
James Beard Foundation
Best New Restaurant
Condé Nast Traveler

99 Essential LA Restaurants
LA Weekly
Eight Hot Chefs
Angeleno magazine

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Where I Go Out

Roasted chicken plate

Zankou Chicken

$$, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Little Armenia

"Not only is the skin crispy, but so are the bones. However, the meat is somehow still so moist—it defies science. Throw in pickled radish and mystery garlic sauce, and you're begging for one of their yellow shirts to display your allegiance."

Chef

Eric Greenspan

Fleishik's, Erven

Sausage, eggplant and ricotta pizza

Vito's Pizza

$, Pizza, Italian, Melrose

"This is the closest thing to New York-style pizza that I've found in LA. The crispy crust with its hint of sweetness is the perfect delivery device for the creamy and crunchy toppings. I always make my own with eggplant, ricotta and sausage."

Chef

Eric Greenspan

Fleishik's, Erven

Chorizo & egg burrito

Los Tacos

$, Mexican, South Arroyo

"I've been going here for years and finally cracked the code. It's everything good comfort Mexican food should be in one little package: spicy, cheesy, and filling. Not to mention the late-night people-watching, which is always fun."

$, Chinese, Seafood, Dim Sum,

"This tofu is silky-smooth in texture and lightly sweet with the ginger syrup. It's the most delicate of dishes. I love the build-up of anticipation, because you never know when that cart is coming!"

Chef

Eric Greenspan

Fleishik's, Erven

Monte Cristo sandwich

Café Orleans

$$, Southern, Modern, American, Cajun / Creole, Anaheim Resort

"This sandwich is the biggest culprit in my battle with weight gain, and no one makes it better than at Café Orleans in Disneyland. I know what you're saying, but trust me—it's fried, crispy and served with a sweet and tangy jam. Perfect."

$$, Indian,

"Deeply flavorful from being slow-cooked for a long time, this mashed eggplant is intensely spiced and the perfect complement to the best garlic naan I've ever had. It's everything you want from Pakistani food."

Chef

Eric Greenspan

Fleishik's, Erven