Hail Mary Pizza

The crisp-bottomed crusts with chewy edges at this Atwater Village shop are made from wild yeasts and organic grains, and come complete with everything from raclette to spicy-sweet house-made sausage. Most salads and sides swap out regularly, due to seasonality, and the desserts are not to be missed—especially the Basque cake, served with a dab of tart yogurt. A renaissance chef of a man, owner David Wilcox also dabbles in sandwiches, stews, a terrific house-made hot sauce and eggy brunch plates, but the star here is undeniably the pizza: Crunchy, piping hot from the oven, and always topped with something local and delicious. Pair with the neighborhood spot's expertly curated list of fun, funky and independent natural wines, and you’ve got yourself a perfect night.