Our 17 favorite photos from the opening of LocoL

After months of anticipation, Roy Choi and Daniel Patterson's LocoL opened to the public yesterday, drawing hundreds of people from the Watts community and beyond to chow down on healthy fast food like chili, burgers, chicken nuggets and $1 coffee. The line stretched for blocks, with the first customers showing up well before doors opened at 11am. There were plenty of familiar faces—Jon Favreau, Tyrese and LA's own Mayor Eric Garcetti, along with a slew of chefs including Duff Goldman and Bruce Kalman—and the entertainment ranged from a DJ that played throughout the afternoon to impromptu breakdancing. 

Check out our favorite photos from yesterday's grand opening, and be sure to visit LocoL soon—it's currently open daily from 11am-10pm. 

 

First in line for today!!! We open at 11. #LocoL #Watts #thankyou

A photo posted by L.A. Son (@ridingshotgunla) on Jan 18, 2016 at 7:27am PST 

 

Lovin' the awesome sauce @welocol. #locol #losangeles #yummy

A photo posted by @lcshah on Jan 18, 2016 at 7:50pm PST

 

Lookup! Wattsup! Celebrating the Grand Opening of @welocol @ridingshotgunla #roychoi @dcpatterson @ericgarcetti @lamayorsoffice #losangeles #lastory #watts #wattsup #locol #grandopening #chef #instagood #foodie #california #neighborhood #community #LAeats #lafoodie #losangeleseats #eater #hungry #fastfood #insta_losangeles #discoverla #burger #newrestaurant #eaterla #dinela #infatuationLA #visitcalifornia #la #in_losangeles

A photo posted by Mirei Sato (@mirei_sato) on Jan 18, 2016 at 5:46pm PST

 

#Locol #exploreLA #linebuddies #soclose

A photo posted by @kmbar on Jan 18, 2016 at 2:41pm PST

 

#veggieburger #quinoapatties#quinoa#veggie#burger #sogood #delicious #tasty#foodie#locol @welocol#locolwatts #grandopening#mlkjrday #complimentary #food #roychoi #danielpatterson @ridingshotgunla #southla#laeats #losangeleseats #fastfooddoneright#foodrevolution in #watts

A photo posted by @renucruise on Jan 18, 2016 at 7:10pm PST

 

@welocol day 1!

A photo posted by Jon Favreau (@jonfavreau) on Jan 18, 2016 at 3:12pm PST

 

Head 2 blocks south of the Jordan Downs Projects, near the #WattsTowers to find an internationally-known Chef, #Author, #Restaurant Owner and CNN Talk Show Host serving fresh (2def) food to the locals...under a nondescript sign, with a vibrancy and vibe that feel more cookout than culinary institute. Understanding that walls don't keep folks out, they just imprison the folks within Chef #RoyChoi opted for window screens to allow the essence and energy to flow from the streets into the eatery. Opening day commenced with #BBOY dancing on the patio and Dr. #MLKjr on the speakers. The menu boasts the best: ingredients fresh from #farmersmarkets and creations that would satisfy even the most sophisticated palate. The catch...nothing exceeds $6, allowing everyone the opportunity to have quality food at a price they can afford. #DOPE #Really#JustDope#LoCol#WeLocol#WattsUp#RoyChoi#Revolutionary#Visionary#entrepreneur#GameChanger#KogiTruck#ItsNotMondayButHesStillAMaverick#Creatives#DontLetThemBoxYouIn

A photo posted by Tee's Rants&Raves (@dopestuffaccording2me) on Jan 19, 2016 at 6:43am PST

 

A very grand opening. T-12. #LocoL 🍔 @ridingshotgunla @dcpatterson @welocol

A photo posted by Audrey Ma (@oddwie) on Jan 17, 2016 at 11:01pm PST

 

Celebrating the Grand Opening of Chef Roy Choi's @welocol in #Watts with Jim Brown, one of the greatest athletes to ever play in the #NFL. I am so proud to have participated in a historic day today as a very positive vibe spread throughout the community. Thank you @ridingshotgunla - you have blessed Watts! #LocoL #LosAngeles #mydayinla #wattsisworthit

A photo posted by Joe Buscaino (@joebuscaino) on Jan 18, 2016 at 1:56pm PST

 

We went a lil crazy today at the opening of LOCOL in Watts. Figured out half the menu, will be going back asap to figure out the other half. @ridingshotgunla Thank You for setting the bar as high as you have. Amazing what you've done for the Watts community while at same time providing inspiration for those looking to a great example set. A+ Food & Service. #SALUTE #Locol

A photo posted by SHOE WOLF (@shoe.wolf) on Jan 18, 2016 at 7:34pm PST

 

@ridingshotgunla @dcpatterson are you freakin' kidding me with this soft serve? @welocol it's da 💣🍨🍦#locol #watts #roychoi #danielpatterson

A photo posted by Bruce Kalman (@chefbkalman) on Jan 18, 2016 at 10:29pm PST

 

Key Leading Indicator of Economic Revitalization (aka #Gentrification): Certified Fair Trade Organic Hand Roasted Artisanal Coffee, #RoyChoi, #GillianJacobs...& #LenaDunham(?!)... One of the best veggie burgers I've ever had!

A photo posted by basu! (@pratikbasu) on Jan 18, 2016 at 2:05pm PST

 

#locol #godsamonguscrew #futuregenerations #watts

A photo posted by Kevin Ablon (@truevisionair) on Jan 18, 2016 at 7:38pm PST

 

almost in...#locolmenu #locol OPEN! @ridingshotgunla

A photo posted by Ava Scanlan (@avavalera) on Jan 18, 2016 at 3:29pm PST

 

The line wraps right around the building into the neighborhood! Extra parking was needed. So really good turnout! --------- Currently at the Grand Opening for LocoL. Roy Choi and Daniel Patterson's "fast food" concept that is healthy and affordable. Had to come out and support. Finished a short project in the morning so I dashed on over. Large crowd and that is awesome! When people do great things, you gotta show up and support! #LocoL #Watts #RoyChoi #DanielPatterson #dcpatterson #losangeles #discoverla #explorela #abc7eyewitness #nbc4you #cbsla

A photo posted by @dominiclee1 on Jan 18, 2016 at 2:35pm PST

 

So this happened....Locol is now open. Shout out to @ridingshotgunla changing the game and investing in Watts. 50 locally hired team members...joint partnership with local leaders and a foodie destination in an 'unusual' location. Big things dude...big things. #losangeles #losangelesnow #locol

A photo posted by Tafarai Bayne (@tafaraibayne) on Jan 18, 2016 at 12:47pm PST

 

Roy Choi, @ridingshotgunla is changing the game again. Macro was fortunate to be here at the opening of his new restaurant concept @welocol on #MLKDay. #LocoL #RoyChoi

A photo posted by MACRO (@macroventures) on Jan 18, 2016 at 5:03pm PST

LocoL is located at 1950 E 103rd St in Watts.