Los Angeles restaurants earned top honors at the 2026 James Beard Awards, highlighting the city's culinary excellence. - Providence won Outstanding Hospitality.
- Kato won Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program. - Dave Beran of Seline in Santa Monica won Best Chef (California).
- The awards were announced June 15 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. The James Beard Awards continue to recognize innovation and excellence in the American dining industry, with Los Angeles emerging as a key culinary destination.