25 Essential California Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of California.
Bollywood Masala
Maryland
Casual, family-run restaurant offering a large menu of North Indian dishes, plus an attached tavern.
Thai Inter Restaurants
Maryland
Longtime, old-fashioned bar/eatery preparing traditional Thai meals to eat in or take out.
Wawa
Maryland
Convenience store chain known for sandwiches & coffee. Many offer fuel & are open 24/7.
La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill
California, Maryland
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
California, Maryland
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Little Caesars Pizza
California, Maryland
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Subway
California, Maryland
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Subway
California, Maryland
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Taco Bell
California, Maryland
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.