The editors at Eater LA dine out several times a week, if not per day, which means we’re always encountering standout dishes that deserve time in the limelight. Here’s the very best of everything the team has eaten this week.

Suadero taco at Ditroit in Arts District

Rebecca Roland

Last weekend, Ditroit’s suadero taco with chicharron was named best in show at L.A. Taco’s Taco Madness by a panel of expert judges, so when I found myself in the Arts District this weekend I knew what I had to do. Heading down the alleyway behind Damian that houses Ditroit, I found myself in the middle of a mercadito that enveloped the restaurant. In addition to tacos and more from Ditroit, local businesses brought wares like tepache, baked goods, and even dog blankets. But I made a beeline to the taco window to get what I came for. The taco was even better than I remember it being the weekend before. Housed in two layers of blue corn tortilla that come off the grill blistered and hot, the suadero is tender and rich, while the sprinkle of chicharron offer a crunch on top. A heavy scoop of cilantro and onion completes the taco, and a side of refreshing salsa verde never hurts. 2117 Violet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021. — Rebecca Roland, associate editor

Frito pie in a bag at Homestate in Highland Park

Mona Holmes

If I have to choose from sweet or savory, my taste buds always crave the latter. It’s admittedly a salt addiction, a characteristic that I believe is wired from birth. There is something that I love, especially when it’s hot, to dive into something deliciously alkaline-laced. Which led me to a stop at Homestate for a Frito pie in a bag. It’s one of those inexpensive and perfectly compact snacks that can even substitute for a meal if filled with HomeState’s wonderfully hearty brisket chili. That it’s served out of an actual Fritos bag is half the charm. For those avoiding meat, it can simply be filled with queso, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, pickled red onions, and black beans. Take a fork and dig in immediately while taking great care to get every ingredient in one bite. This is also something to enjoy in person. Delivery or takeout will ruin the magic of the dish’s crispy corn chips and warm queso. 5611 N. Figueroa Street #1, Highland Park, CA, 90042. — Mona Holmes

Tacos al pastor at La Popular in Porter Ranch

Matthew Kang

I took multiple trips out to LA’s northern suburbia this past weekend, and the biggest food highlight was these tacos al pastor served at La Popular, a chain of casual but vibey pan-regional Mexican restaurants that opened its first LA location in Porter Ranch (it’s technically in Chatworth, but most folks will consider this modern Whole Foods-anchored strip mall part of Porter Ranch). La Popular hails from Mexico City, which means it does a proper al pastor trompo inside the kitchen with a window offering folks a few of the whirling cone of marinated pork. These tacos aren’t necessarily going to blow away the best ones available on the street, but they are very good — juicy, balanced, not overly marinated, and well-topped. Make sure to order the five-salsa starter so you put more than just the single salsa provided. During happy hour, these four tacos run just $12, which is a bargain considering the suburban strip mall location and lovely indoor ambience. 20065 Rinaldi Street, Suite 110, Chatsworth, CA 91326. — Matthew Kang, lead editor

Crying tiger lamb chops at the Mini Kabob pop-up at Budonoki in Virgil Village

Matthew Kang

Unfortunately, this one’s not going to be available as regularly, but I had the pleasure of trying Mini Kabob’s pop-up at Budonoki last Monday, and these crying tiger lamb chops were supremely delicious. Served with a requisite side of spicy, chile-packed nam jim sauce, these juicy lollipops successfully captured the aggressive seasoning of Armenian khorovats with the sweet lime aroma of crying tiger marinade, more typical on beef. A cup of creamy, spicy garlic toum kept the dish grounded in Mini Kabob’s style. Shaved red onion, sumac, and parsley added a fresh crunch, while the warm bed of fluffy rice provided a contrast of pillowy carbs. Mini Kabob and Budonoki really should offer this collaboration more frequently, because there might not be a more LA mash-up than Armenian and Thai flavors. 654 Virgil Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004. — Matthew Kang, lead editor