Today, DoorDash has awarded 20 grants, totaling $200,000, to Los Angeles-area restaurants recovering from the devastating wildfires in January. Through our Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund, each recipient received a $10,000 grant to support their recovery—covering essential costs such as rent, equipment replacement, payroll, and inventory.
As the recovery process continues, these grants represent a step forward in helping restaurant owners rebuild their businesses and continue serving their communities.
Below is a full list of recipients, all based in the greater Los Angeles area:
Amara Kitchen, Pasadena
Azar's Sports Bar & Grill, Newbury Park
Cafe de Leche, Altadena
Coffee and Plants LLC, Pasadena
Cuernavaca’s Grill, Los Angeles
Emma Habesha Restaurant, Inglewood
Go China, Pasadena
Hello You're Welcome, Pasadena
Side Pie, Altadena
Monsieur Crepe Cafe, Sierra Madre
Mother Moo Creamery, Sierra Madre
OLLO, Malibu
Renovo Inc, Arcadia
Sampa's Pizza, Santa Monica/Marina Del Rey
San Marino Cafe and Marketplace, San Marino
Sorry Not Sorry, Los Angeles
Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar, Pacific Palisades
Sugarbird Sweets and Teas, Glendale
Vienna Pastry, Los Angeles
Xuntos, Santa Monica
The announcement was celebrated at a community event held at the former site of Amara Kitchen–a local restaurant in Altadena that was destroyed in the Eaton fire. The gathering brought together grant recipients, community leaders, and local organizations to recognize the resilience of these small businesses and the efforts needed to revitalize these local economies.
“When we lost Amara Kitchen to the fire, we lost more than just a building—we lost a gathering space, memories, and a part of our identity,” said Paola Guasp, owner of Amara Kitchen. “There have been moments of heartbreak, but also of deep gratitude. This support from DoorDash gives us hope and helps us begin the hard but hopeful work of rebuilding.”
“Local restaurants are the beating heart of Altadena and neighborhoods across Los Angeles. They nourish us, employ us, and reflect the incredible diversity of our region,” said Judy Matthews, President of the Altadena Chamber of Commerce. “I’m grateful to DoorDash for supporting these businesses as they recover, and I’m proud to stand with the resilient entrepreneurs who are rebuilding—not just their restaurants, but the communities we all call home.”
“Sorry Not Sorry has always been a place for people to gather, celebrate, and connect—but when the Palisades Fire hit, everything changed overnight,” said Kim Vu, owner of Sorry Not Sorry. “This grant gives us a path forward as we claw back business and stability—an opportunity to support our loyal staff and renew a space where everyone feels welcome. As an Asian woman business owner, I’m proud to be part of a resilient city that refuses to give up.”
“Spruzzo has been a part of the Pacific Palisades for decades since my Father founded it, and it has been emotionally difficult to see it closed since the Palisades Fire swept through the neighborhood,” said Ryan Gowhari, owner of Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar. “The ongoing closure has halted revenue, making it difficult just to cover the basics and support my loyal employees. This grant gives us a chance to hold on—to support our team, manage essential costs, and focus on reopening stronger for the community that’s supported us all these years.”
“DoorDash’s mission is to empower local economies. Restaurants are the backbone of our communities, and when disaster strikes, we’re committed to standing by them through recovery,” said Maggie Polachek, Social Impact Manager at DoorDash. “These grants reflect our continued support for Los Angeles business owners as they work to restore their operations, rebuild their livelihoods, and strengthen the communities they serve.”
Since 2021, the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund has provided more than $2.5 million in relief grants to more than 250 local restaurants nationwide that have been affected by natural disasters, severe weather events, or major infrastructure failures.
Our commitment to the community doesn’t stop here. We’re committed to supporting local businesses through immediate relief and long-term investment. Grants are still available for businesses impacted by the LA wildfires until January 2026. Restaurant owners interested in applying for relief can learn more here.
