When I used to live in downtown LA (in the historical theater district) Clifton's was only a couple blocks away. It was a place I would always take my friends and family when they came to visit. I wanted to get back there to make some proper photos and share them here. If you live in or are visiting LA I would recommend getting there soon, as the cafeteria was bought by a developer from the original owners and is going to be made all fancy sooner then you can say mac n' cheese...
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