Location
Los Angeles, California
Expertise
Coffee, Finding vegetarian food on the road, Pizza
- From 2019 to 2023, Garrett produced, co-hosted, and cooked on a popular YouTube food show, "Eat It or Yeet It," with guests that included Danny Trejo and Mythical Chef Josh Scherer.
- Garrett has eaten great food all over the world, including in Beirut, Addis Ababa, London, Tokyo, and more. He still dreams of the hummus bowls and manakeesh he ate throughout Lebanon.
- As a self-proclaimed "pizza-phile" and former New Yorker, his preferred slice has a crisp and flavorful crust, a strong parmesan umami presence, a moderate amount of cheese, and a light sauce that isn't too acidic.
Experience
Garrett wrote his first food piece in 2005 for McSweeney's Internet Tendency, explaining his complicated love for the caffeinated water, Water Joe. His time in New York City transformed him into a major foodie -- he ate a slice of pizza nearly a day, frequenting beloved establishments like NY Pizza Suprema, Luigi's, and Joe's. In collaboration with the popular YouTube channel, Smosh, Garrett worked as showrunner, producer, and co-host of the hit food show, "Eat It or Yeet It," which ran for 89 episodes. He dove into all aspects of food to prepare for each episode and learned to become a true food generalist. He joined Static Media in 2024, where he writes about his favorite way of finding good places to eat when traveling for The Daily Meal, and the places nerds eat, drink, and game in Los Angeles for Mashed.
Education
Garrett has a bachelor's degree in theater from Principia College.
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Pizzerias
By Garrett Palm
It's not hard to find pizza along the California coast, but this small-town restaurant is unique for its frequently changing menu and fresh, local ingredients.
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Coffee Shops
By Garrett Palm
Major cities aren't the only places with remarkable, innovative coffee. Our writer found plenty of memorable coffee shops to try in the Colorado Rockies.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Portland locals know there are plenty of spots to grab donuts from across the city, but for fresh donuts with seasonal flavors, head to this family-run spot.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
The next time you drive through California's Central Valley, stop by this converted gas station in Modesto for a hefty sandwich with lots of sprouts.
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Pizzerias
By Garrett Palm
Portland may not be as well known for its pizza as somewhere like NYC, but one delightful pie from this Oregon city left our writer speechless.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Out and about for the day in Pasadena? If you get hungry (and you will), these five spots in and around the Old Town area are definitely worth a try.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
The next time you take a cruise to Juneau, Alaska, you'll have plenty of restaurants, cafes, and distilleries to choose from. Here are some recommendations.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
LA has no shortage of beer gardens, but this popular spot in Frogtown unites activity and leisure with an in-house bike shop and excellent food.
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Casual Dining
By Garrett Palm
Regional chains are often a source of comfort food for locals. A chicken restaurant that calls LA home is as famous for its sauce as it is for its poultry.
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Casual Dining
By Garrett Palm
Little Ethiopia is a vibrant enclave of Los Angeles' exciting food scene, but you'll need to look beyond it to find this can't-miss Ethiopian restaurant.
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Casual Dining
By Garrett Palm
The burrito is an integral part of Southern California's food culture, but what places in LA make a good bean and cheese? Our expert heads to these local spots.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Glendale has a sizable Armenian population, and that's reflected in its delicious food offerings. Here's a local's guide to the city's Armenian cuisine.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
LA has no shortage of restaurants that sell delicious versions of khachapuri, and these four options are some of our favorites — here's why.
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Pizzerias
By Garrett Palm
San Francisco is a strolling city, and its pizza shops sell a perfectly portable food. Our expert on the ground called these slice spots his favorite in S.F.
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Casual Dining
By Garrett Palm
San Francisco's baking scene has only gotten stronger with time. Narrowing down the top five is no easy feat, but these shops create truly special pastries.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
If you're looking for ways to make dough in LA, try to break bread with someone who can help you reach your goals. Here are some top spots for meetings.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Want a break from mouse-themed fare during your Disneyland trip? These four Orange County spots offer variety, atmosphere, and plenty of good eats.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
With its wealth of fine dining and fusion cuisines, Los Angeles' food scene can be overwhelming. If you prefer simpler fare, these LA eateries hit the spot.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
The LA food scene abounds with tasty desserts. Take it from a local: These are the best and most satisfying sweets you can find east of La Brea.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Take it from a local. If you find yourself in the LA area's "deep valley," these are among the best restaurants serving the tastiest meals.
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Casual Dining
By Garrett Palm
Holbox in Los Angeles gets a ton of buzz, but the line can be quite long. While you're there, check out this underrated Mexican food stand right nearby.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Los Angeles is full of glitz and glamour, but it's also full of nerds. Here's where those nerds go to eat and drink, according to our local nerd.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
LA, California is packed with so many restaurants that it can be difficult for a visitor to know where to go. Luckily, our local expert has recs.
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Pizzerias
By Garrett Palm
Pizza is a huge deal in New York City, but that doesn't mean that leaving the city has to mean saying goodbye to a quality slice. Here are the best LA options.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
Los Angeles has a fascinatingly dynamic beer scene. To get the most of it, we asked our local expert for brewery and tap house recommendations.
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Restaurants
By Garrett Palm
LA is full of unique bakeries, but not all of them are worth your time. Here are our local expert's top picks for the city's best baked goods.
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Coffee Shops
By Garrett Palm
Los Angeles is packed with unique spots to eat and drink, so it helps to have a local expert to guide you. Here are our expert's coffee shop recommendations.
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