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Akasha New American
13/20
Dining Room at Akasha, Culver City, CA 9543 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-845-1700
New American comfort food with an eco-friendly spin. More...

Craft Los Angeles Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Craft Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 10100 Constellation Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-279-4180
An outpost of Tom Colicchio's Manhattan original in Century City. More...

Literati II American
No Rating
Dining Room at Literati II, Los Angeles, CA 12081 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310-479-3400
Eloquent farmers' market-inspired cuisine from the sib of Literati Café. More...

Napa Valley Grille California
14/20
Dining Room at Napa Valley Grille, Los Angeles, CA Westwood Center
1100 Glendon Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-824-3322
Chef Joseph Gillard maintains Napa Valley Grille’s California classics while adding his own personal creations. More...

NINETHIRTY Modern American
14/20
Dining Room at NINETHIRTY, Los Angeles, CA W Los Angeles Westwood
930 Hilgard Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-443-8211
The ambience and the scene are everything, yet the kitchen can be praised for turning out a serious cuisine. More...

SANTA MONICA/MALIBU

Beau Rivage French
13/20
Dining Room at Beau Rivage, Malibu, CA 26025 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-5733
Fine French-Mediterranean dining in a Riviera villa setting with a view of the surf in Malibu. More...

Café Del Rey California
13/20
Dining Room at Café Del Rey, Marina del Rey, CA 4451 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310-823-6395
California cuisine with bold Asian influences is offered amid panoramic views speaking to the laid-back L.A. lifestyle. More...

Catch Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Catch, Santa Monica, CA Casa Del Mar
1910 Ocean Way
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-581-7714
Sweeping views of the Pacific accompany the seafood-driven dishes from chef Michael Reardon. More...

Cézanne French
14/20
Dining Room at Cézanne, Santa Monica, CA Le Merigot a JW Marriott Beach Hotel & Spa, Santa Monica
1740 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-9700, 800-323-7500
An elegant beachfront hotel dining room is the setting for chef Desi Szonntagh's Cal-French menu. More...

Dukes, Malibu California
12/20
21150 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-317-0777
With 300 feet of windows, the view is a big draw at this Hawaiian surfing-inspired venue, but seafood and steaks are part of the mix, too. More...

Geoffrey's California
13/20
Dining Room at Geoffrey 27400 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-457-1519
Everything tastes better when dining al fresco with views of the Southern California coastline. More...

Hal's Bar & Grill Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Hal 1349 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-396-3105
The stylish but laid-back dining room is a fine backdrop to fare that features both the classical and the avant-garde. More...

i Cugini Italian
13/20
Dining Room at i Cugini, Santa Monica, CA 1501 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-4595
With a view of the ocean and great seafood dishes to match, this is one of Santa Monica's most popular restaurants, and its Sunday brunch is a major event. More...

James' Beach Contemporary
13/20
60 N. Venice Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-823-5396
Fun and festive neighborhood spot for Contemporary fare and a notable wine list. More...

jer-ne restaurant + bar California
14/20
Dining Room at jer-ne restaurant + bar, Marina del Rey, CA The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
4375 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310-574-4333
Unpretentious cuisine with a view of the harbor. More...

Joe's Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Joe 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-399-5811
Not your average Joe. Joe Miller wins with his contemporary American menu and reasonable prices. More...

La Cachette Bistro French
14/20
Dining Room at La Cachette Bistro, Santa Monica, CA 1733 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-434-9509
Good move from chef-owner Jean-François Meteigner from Century City fine dining to Santa Monica bistro cuisine. More...

Lilly's French Café & Bar French
13/20
Venice Blvd.
1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-314-0004
The menu at Lilly's offers a wealth of nostalgic French specialties. More...

Locanda del Lago Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Locanda del Lago, Santa Monica, CA 231 Arizona Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-3525
Intriguing menu featuring specialties from the Lake District of northern Italy. More...

Moonshadows California
13/20
Dining Room at Moonshadows, Malibu, CA 20356 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-3010
With one of Malibu's finest views and tastiest seafood menus, Moonshadows is a popular choice for lunch on the patio or drinks and dinner. More...

Ocean & Vine California
14/20
Dining Room at Ocean & Vine, Santa Monica, CA Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
1700 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-458-6700
Loews Santa Monica's contemporary Ocean & Vine affords great ocean views and eclectic seasonal dishes. More...

One Pico American
15/20
Dining Room at One Pico, Santa Monica, CA Shutters on the Beach
One Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-587-1717
Fresh and light cuisine is offered in this highly romantic, oceanside hotel dining room. More...

BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

AMMO California
14/20
Dining Room at AMMO, Los Angeles, CA 1155 N. Highland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-871-2666
An entertainment industry favorite offering California cuisine. More...

The Belvedere Contemporary
16/20
Dining Room at The Belvedere, Beverly Hills, CA The Peninsula Beverly Hills Hotel
9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-788-2306
Worldly overtones are evident in James Overbaugh's cooking. More...

Campanile Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Campanile, Los Angeles, CA 624 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-938-1447
Chef-owner Mark Peel's rustic French- and Italian-influenced dishes in Charlie Chaplin's old digs. More...

Chaya Brasserie California
14/20
Dining Room at Chaya Brasserie, Los Angeles, CA 8741 Alden Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-859-8833
Trendy design, California cuisine---Chaya has been rocking for over twenty years! More...

Dakota Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Dakota, Hollywood, CA The Hollywood Roosevelt
7000 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-769-8888
A postmodern Hollywood hipster steakhouse featuring prime meats and intriguing variations on classic starters and sides. More...

The Farm of Beverly Hills American
12/20
439 N. Beverly Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-273-5578
This popular Beverly Hills spot features a casual farmhouse décor and a terrific sidewalk café. More...

XIV Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at XIV, West Hollywood, CA 8117 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
323-656-1414
Michael Mina and his team have worked hard to change the concept and make your evening a great one. More...

Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood California
15/20
Dining Room at Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood, West Hollywood, CA The London West Hollywood
1020 N. San Vicente Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-358-7788
This elegant restaurant at The London West Hollywood offers upscale California cuisine from Gordon Ramsay. More...

Jar Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Jar, Los Angeles, CA 8225 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-655-6566
Lighter chophouse fare where seasonal produce is the star. More...

Luna Park California
12/20
Dining Room at Luna Park, Los Angeles, CA 672 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-934-2110
Lively bar scene and value-oriented menu of old standards with occasional twists and turns. More...

Mirabelle Contemporary
12/20
8768 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-659-6022
Sunset Strip hangout for contemporary fare such as pepper-seared ahi and grilled fish and steaks. More...

Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro French
12/20
Dining Room at Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro, Los Angeles, CA The Grove
6301 W. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-965-9595
Morels is really two restaurants in one: a pleasant French-inspired café and a dinner-only upstairs dining room. More...

On Sunset California
14/20
Dining Room at On Sunset, Los Angeles, CA Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard
11461 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-476-6571
Upscale California-French fare by chef Olivier Rousselle in the Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard. More...

Ortolan French
15/20
Dining Room at Ortolan, West Hollywood, CA 8338 W. Third St.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
323-653-3300
Creative contemporary French food by a dedicated artisan. More...

Parq Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at Parq, Beverly Hills, CA Montage Beverly Hills
225 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-860-7800
Casually elegant establishment showcasing seasonal, simply prepared dishes. More...

The Polo Lounge French
16/20
Dining Room at The Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills, CA The Beverly Hills Hotel
9641 Sunset Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-887-2777
The Polo Lounge, a Beverly Hills legend since 1941, serves sophisticated cuisine in an elegant setting. More...

RH French
14/20
Dining Room at RH, West Hollywood, CA ANdAZ
8401 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-785-6090
Chef Sébastien Archambault features fresh, local and seasonal ingredients in his French-influenced cuisine. More...

Taste California
13/20
Dining Room at Taste, West Hollywood, CA 8454 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-852-6888
California food at reasonable prices in a handsomely transformed house on Melrose Avenue. More...

DOWNTOWN/SILVER LAKE

 

Café Pinot French
14/20
Dining Room at Café Pinot, Los Angeles, CA 700 W. Fifth St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-239-6500
Downtown dining featuring glittering views and the creative cuisine of Joachim Splichal. More...

Checkers Downtown New American
No Rating
Dining Room at Checkers Downtown, Los Angeles, CA Hilton Checkers Los Angeles
535 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-891-0519
A classic oasis of calm civility with exquisite food to match. More...

The Edendale Grill American
13/20
2838 Rowena Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
323-666-2000
American fare in a wood-warmed setting draws Silver Lake locals, groups and flirting twosomes. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Fleming L.A. Live
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. A135
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-745-9911
This chain, specializing in corn-fed beef and an extensive wine list, appeals to business diners. More...

SOUTH BAY/LONG BEACH

Baleen American
13/20
Dining Room at Baleen, Redondo Beach, CA The Portofino Hotel
260 Portofino Way
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-379-8481
Dine at this location right next to the Pacific Ocean. More...

Beaches California
12/20
Manhattan Beach Pier
117 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
310-545-2523
Two restaurants in one---a quiet and pleasant seafood house midweek and a raucous club on weekends. Only the spectacular ocean view stays the same. More...

Chez Mélange Eclectic
15/20
Dining Room at Chez Mélange, Redondo Beach, CA 1611 S. Catalina Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-540-1222
The South Bay’s pioneer in nouvelle cuisine has pleased locals and others for more than a quarter century. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
2301 Rosecrans Ave., #1199
El Segundo, CA 90245
310-643-6911
Enjoyable USDA-Prime corn-fed beef, aged in-house and hand-cut daily. More...

Kincaid's Bay House Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Kincaid 500 The Pier
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-318-6080
Pacific Ocean vistas accentuate a varied seafood-driven menu. More...

Parker's Lighthouse Seafood
12/20
435 Shoreline Dr.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-432-6500
Fresh fish with views of the Queen Mary and the harbor. More...

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

Amaranta Cocina Mexicana Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Amaranta Cocina Mexicana, Canoga Park, CA Westfield Topanga Mall
6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Unit 1029
Canoga Park, CA 91303
818-610-3599
Regional Mexican restaurant with a colorful dining room and a staggering selection of premium tequilas. More...

Café Bizou French
13/20
14016 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
818-788-3536
Good contemporary fare with a strong French foundation at prices that are hard to believe, in a cozy, casually elegant setting. More...

Fins Creekside Eclectic
11/20
23504 Calabasas Rd.
Calabasas, CA 91302
818-223-3467
This creekside spot specializes in tantalizing seafood; weekend evenings and Sunday brunch offer live jazz or blues. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
6373 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
818-346-1005
Aged, hand-cut meats; recommended food and wine pairings; and four-course menus are available at this upscale chain steakhouse. More...

Hampton's California
15/20
Dining Room at Hampton Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
Two Dole Dr.
Westlake Village, CA 91362
818-575-3000
California cuisine that pays homage to seasonality and natural flavors. More...

Mediterraneo Mediterranean
13/20
Dining Room at Mediterraneo, Westlake Village, CA Westlake Village Inn
32037 Agoura Rd.
Westlake Village, CA 91361
818-889-9105
Even though you are in L.A.'s suburbia, a visit to this Westlake Village Inn restaurant takes you away for a satisfying Mediterranean experience. More...

Pinot Bistro French
14/20
Dining Room at Pinot Bistro, Studio City, CA 12969 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
818-990-0500
Handsome and cozy Pinot Bistro features classic bistro fare and contemporary California creations. More...

Saddle Peak Lodge American
15/20
Dining Room at Saddle Peak Lodge, Calabasas, CA 419 Cold Canyon Rd.
Calabasas, CA 91302
818-222-3888
Ready for a game dinner in an idyllic setting? More...

Villa Piacere Italian
11/20
22160 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
818-704-1185
A sprawling-but-charming candlelit trattoria featuring reasonably priced if sometimes uninspired pizzas, pastas and other Italian dishes. More...

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY/PASADENA

Firefly Bistro New American
13/20
1009 El Centro St.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
626-441-2443
Enjoy New American cuisine with eclectic touches in an outdoor space. More...

La Grande Orange Café American
13/20
Del Mar Station
260 S. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-356-4444
Occupying a historic train depot, LGO Café offers satisfying renditions of comfort foods. More...

Maison Akira French
15/20
Dining Room at Maison Akira, Pasadena, CA 713 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-796-9501
Some of L.A.'s most compelling French cooking with Pacific Rim highlights. More...

Mi Piace Italian
13/20
25 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-795-3131
Pastas, pizzas, salads and Italian entrées in Old Town Pasadena. More...

MINX Restaurant & Lounge New American
13/20
Dining Room at MINX Restaurant & Lounge, Glendale, CA 300 Harvey Dr.
Glendale, CA 91206
818-242-9191
Glendale gets New American with a twist and the rare jolt of Hollywood-style panache, minus the attitude. More...

Parkway Grill California
14/20
Dining Room at Parkway Grill, Pasadena, CA 510 S. Arroyo Pkwy.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-795-1001
Handsome, brick-lined dining room for California cuisine, laced with both Asian and Latin influences. More...

The Raymond American
14/20
1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-441-3136
Housed in the former caretaker’s cottage of a long-gone hotel, The Raymond is a charming setting for contemporary American cuisine. More...

The Terrace California
13/20
Dining Room at The Terrace, Pasadena, CA The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-568-3900
This chic indoor or outdoor café offers fresh California cuisine with a Mediterranean influence. More...

OTHERS

Café Champagne California
13/20
Thornton Winery
32575 Rancho California Rd.
Temecula, CA 92591
951-699-0088
A hillside vineyard restaurant that feels like a little slice of the Napa Valley, just an hour from greater L.A. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
7905 Monet Ave.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
909-463-0416
This chain, specializing in corn-fed beef and an extensive wine list, appeals to business diners. More...

Le Chêne French
13/20
12625 Sierra Hwy.
Saugus, CA 91350
661-251-4315
An unabashedly French country inn beside the road in a remote Southern California location. More...

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