Commerson

When Chef Sascha Lyon was in Paris scooping up sausage sandwiches piled with fries and condiments, he wasn't anticipating that he'd one day serve a variation of the "sandwich de marguez" at Commerson, his new restaurant on La Brea Ave. The menu features an upscale Knock-off–"A Parisian Diversion," a baguette sandwich with escargot smothered in garlic butter topped with crispy fries. Commerson is a passion project for Lyon, a native Angeleno who cut his teeth at restaurants like New York's Balthazar and has worked alongside Daniel Boulud, Alain Giraud and Michele Richard. Although a bit loud, the space in the up-and-coming south La Brea neighborhood is fresh and lively well into the night (they serve until 1 a.m.). Don't miss the gorgeous pastries and desserts from Pastry Chef Liz Sencion.