Bottega Louie is a spacious restaurant, gourmet market, and French patisserie. While serving classic Italian dishes, the name is arguably best known for its macarons. Visit for brunch, lunch, or dinner - or just grab-and-go.
Specializing in Venetian-style Italian cuisine, this upscale restaurant offers an elegant ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating. Browse their happy hour menu for cocktails too - enjoy drinks on the terrace when possible.
Cafe Stella is a bistro with a romantic atmosphere. Enjoy classic French dishes such as mussels, escargot, and steak. Their craft cocktails and red wine selection make it ideal for date night. Stay for drinks after eating.
Simple sushi bar known for delivering great food in a wood-clad, no-frills environment. Stop by early for lunch deals or dedicate an evening to sushi and beef teriyaki. Expect queues - especially on weekends.
Critically acclaimed Thai spot serving modern dishes at a handful of wooden tables. A serious wine program complements the food – book in advance.
Intimate, 45-seat bistro run by a team of chefs who rotate from the open kitchen to serve every table. The French-leaning menu is globally inspired – book well in advance.
Dimly lit supper club channeling the glamour of LA's historic jazz scene with jewel-toned velvet booths and nightly live music. Reservations are booked months out – the bar is first-come, first-served.
Minimalist Hollywood spot serving expertly sourced steaks and classic martinis, all with Michelin-starred precision. A red curtain reveals the main dining room – a luxe space with lipstick-red carpeting and a warm, intimate feel.
Bustling dining room with vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, and an open kitchen. The space shifts from a daytime bakery into a formal evening spot pouring wine alongside house-made charcuterie and seasonal French plates.
Wood-fired Italian restaurant serving handmade pastas and hearth-roasted meats from an open kitchen. The focaccia is essential, and the freshly churned ice cream is the only way to finish.
Dimly lit Art Deco dining room with caramel wood paneling and a long, buzzing bar. The menu elevates American classics; the signature burger and dedicated martini list are the essential orders.
Rustic oyster bar steps from the beach, serving Pacific seafood often caught by the restaurant's own team. The candlelit room gets lively at night – expect fresh-shucked oysters and a deep list of natural wines.
Casual Momofuku spot in the Century City mall serving Korean-American comfort food under electric orange lights. Tables fill with spicy tuna kimbap, beef tallow fries, and ssäm platters.
Busy Sawtelle specialist serving Kyoto-style beef and pork cutlets in a compact room. Rare wagyu sets arrive with personal hot stones for searing each slice at the table alongside endless rice and cabbage.
Buzzy izakaya on Abbot Kinney where the open kitchen revolves around a binchotan charcoal grill. An in-house DJ spins vinyl for the lively downstairs bar; grab a seat on the quieter rooftop deck.
Chic Korean-American bistro with the soul of a retro French cafe and the style of an upscale Seoul spot. The menu reinterprets comfort food – steak tartare arrives sizzling in a hot stone pot like bibimbap.
Distinctive Culver City A-frame serving casual modern Mexican small plates. Tables fill with duck albondigas, homemade tortillas, and salt-foam margaritas.
Bustling Abbot Kinney restaurant where seasonal vegetable plates and wood-fired pizzas are passed around communal tables. The coveted seats are on the open-air back patio, surrounded by raw concrete walls and climbing vines.
Sleek restaurant centered on a wood-fire grill and a singular ingredient: 100% grass-fed Wagyu. Cuts are served simply, but the cult-favorite Philly cheesesteak is a bar-only affair.
Stylish plant-based bistro serving sophisticated Mediterranean small plates to a largely non-vegan crowd. Signature dishes include artichoke oysters and house-made pastas – book ahead for a table in the dimly lit dining room.
Dark-paneled steakhouse serving Argentinian cuts, housemade chimichurri, and crisp empanadas from an open kitchen. Low lighting, live accordion, and close-set tables shape long dinners on Fairfax.
Hollywood spot serving authentic Jamaican street food and upscale Caribbean plates like braised oxtail. The vibe is pure nightclub – loud music, low lights, and a full bar pouring only signature mocktails.
Neighborhood dining room with white tablecloths serving a concise menu of modern British fare. The cooking is soulful – expect battered sea bass, bangers & mash, and a standout sticky toffee pudding.
Lively KBBQ spot with a retro 70s vibe, K-pop on the speakers, and orange-and-white checkered tables. Staff does the work here, grilling high-quality cuts of thin-sliced pork belly and jowl right at the table.
Airy Frogtown warehouse serving elevated Baja seafood, from raw bar ceviches to fatty tuna tostadas. The signature zarandeado-style whole fish arrives with tortillas and salsas for the table to share.
Dark, moody izakaya glowing with purple and pink neon and playing Frank Ocean. The menu is Japanese-leaning small plates – think pressed sushi and binchotan-grilled skewers – meant to be shared over cold sake.
Spanish tapas bar serving classics like pan con tomate and jamón ibérico alongside California produce. The lively room stays busy, pouring natural Spanish wines and vermouth from behind a terracotta-tiled bar.
Regal dining room in a Temple City strip mall, serving Michelin-starred Imperial Court cuisine. Red and gold lattice screens set the scene for signatures like crispy shrimp and slow-braised pork belly.
