Bodega Park

Don’t let the name fool you—Bodega Park isn’t your corner store with a stray cat wandering the aisles. This Silver Lake gem occupies the former Black Hogg space on Sunset Boulevard and has transformed into one of the neighborhood’s go-to spots for seriously satisfying sandwiches. It’s the kind of place where everything comes out hot, fast, and wrapped in quality bread that actually deserves its filling.

The star of the show here is undoubtedly the chopped cheese. Yes, the price tag might raise eyebrows for anyone who’s grabbed one from a deli counter in the Bronx, but this version earns its keep. Premium beef gets chopped up on the griddle with a mountain of onions—enough to potentially make you emotional—and blanketed in gooey American cheese. It’s messy, it’s indulgent, and it’s exactly what you want. Beyond the chopped cheese, the menu spans from Peruvian-style breakfast burritos to Korean-inspired bulgogi rolls, all executed with care.

This is a lunch-forward operation built for efficiency. Whether you’re grabbing something quick between meetings or picking up a proper meal to take back to your desk, Bodega Park delivers without the fuss. They’ve also got solid coffee drinks if you need a pick-me-up to go with your sandwich.

For anyone in Silver Lake looking for unpretentious, well-made comfort food at reasonable prices, this spot should be on your radar. It won’t win any awards for atmosphere or fine dining, but that’s not the point. The sandwiches speak for themselves.