It's pretty well known that most people who crowd this Coolidge Corner institution for weekend brunch aren't here for bagels and lox or pastrami sandwiches. They're here for the short-order house specialty: banana-stuffed French toast ($9.95). More

In the vast world of Jewish cuisine, Los Angeles holds its own pretty darn well, with plenty of kosher (and kosher-style) delis. Baking your own challah is all well and good, but sometimes you need a quick fix. From richly eggy to crisp water-style to a few novelty options, just in time for the High Holidays, we've got you covered with these five loaves. More