EATER
4.3.2026
Chinese restaurants on the greater eastside of Los Angeles are in conversation with the San Gabriel Valley whether they like it or not; there will always be the threat of “you’re better off driving to the SGV” hanging like the sword of Damocles. It takes a special blend of quality, comfort, and convenience to forestall the suggestion, but the new Chinese restaurant Kar Son on the border of Downtown Los Angeles and the Arts District might have the juice.