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Los Angeles Mother's Day Brunch


Mom has fed you so many times, so this Mother's Day, treat her to a special brunch. The whole family can enjoy everything from strawberry waffles with a cappuccino to a succulent plate of crabs' legs paired with a Mimosa. Browse our Los Angeles Area Mother's Day Brunch list to find the perfect restaurant for all of you and your special lady.


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Westside
Santa Monica/Malibu
Beverly Hills/Hollywood/Midtown

Downtown/Silver Lake
South Bay/Long Beach
San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
Inland Empire

WESTSIDE

Breeze California
13/20
Dining Room at Breeze, Los Angeles, CA Hyatt Regency Century Plaza
2025 Ave. of the Stars
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-551-3334 | Menu
Enjoy a California grill menu in the comfortable Stephen Francis Jones-designed room. 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 | Menu
An outpost of Tom Colicchio's Manhattan original in Century City. More...

Ford's Filling Station American Regional
13/20
Dining Room at Ford 9531 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-202-1470 | Menu
Benjamin Ford brings to Culver City his vision of an American regional gastropub. More...

Fraiche Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Fraiche, Culver City, CA 9411 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-839-6800 | Menu
Ambitious Italian restaurant with French accents and an airy atmosphere in Culver City. 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 | Menu
The ambience and the scene are everything, yet the kitchen can be praised for turning out a serious cuisine. 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 | Menu
Upscale California-French fare by chef Olivier Rousselle in the Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard. More...

Rush Street American
13/20
Dining Room at Rush Street, Culver City, CA 9546 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-837-9546 | Menu
A vibrant bar where you can complement your drinks with something from the casual American menu. More...

Tavern American
14/20
Dining Room at Tavern, Los Angeles, CA 11648 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-806-6464 | Menu
A sophisticated clientele enjoys American cuisine at this Westside outpost of Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne (Lucques, A.O.C.). More...

BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

 

Asia de Cuba Asian
13/20
Dining Room at Asia de Cuba, West Hollywood, CA Mondrian
8440 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-848-6000 | Menu
An ultra-hip setting where industry scenesters gather to enjoy playfully inventive Cuban-Asian fare. More...

Barney Greengrass Deli
12/20
Barneys New York
9570 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-777-5877 | Menu
On sunny days the terrace is a perfect perch for a view of the hills of Beverly. 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 | Menu
Worldly overtones are evident in James Overbaugh's cooking. More...

BLD American
13/20
Dining Room at BLD, Los Angeles, CA 7450 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-930-9744 | Menu
Stylish yet laid-back spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner (BLD), by the team behind Grace. More...

BLT Steak Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at BLT Steak, West Hollywood, CA 8720 W. Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-360-1950 | Menu
A stylish steakhouse takes up residence in West Hollywood. More...

BOA Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at BOA Steakhouse, West Hollywood, CA Luckman Plaza
9200 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-278-2050 | Menu
A hip, modern steakhouse with a varied menu and impressive patio. More...

Cafe La Boheme California
13/20
Dining Room at Cafe La Boheme, West Hollywood, CA 8400 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-848-2360 | Menu
A more relaxed vibe prevails and chef Christine Banta’s cuisine still lives at the redesigned Café La Bohème. More...

Caulfield's American
13/20
Dining Room at Caulfield Thompson Beverly Hills
9360 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-388-6860
American fare in a vintage-inspired space. More...

Cecconi's Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Cecconi 8764 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-432-2000 | Menu | Photo
Cecconi's attracts a very trendy crowd with its classic setting and comforting and authentic Italian fare. More...

Chaya Brasserie California
13/20
Dining Room at Chaya Brasserie, Los Angeles, CA 8741 Alden Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-859-8833 | Menu
Chaya Brasserie is still busy despite the loss of some of its gastronomic splendor. More...

Circa 55 California
14/20
Dining Room at Circa 55, Beverly Hills, CA The Beverly Hilton
9876 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-887-6055 | Menu
A sleek, modern restaurant offering steakhouse staples, paired with California dishes with global accents. More...

Comme Ca French
13/20
Dining Room at Comme Ca, West Hollywood, CA 8479 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-782-1104 | Menu
A modern take on the traditional brasserie from David Myers. More...

The Conservatory Grill California
14/20
Dining Room at The Conservatory Grill, Beverly Hills, CA Montage Beverly Hills
225 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-860-7800 | Menu
California cuisine and views of the Hollywood hills at this rooftop bar and grill. More...

Crustacean Vietnamese
13/20
Dining Room at Crustacean, Beverly Hills, CA 9646 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-205-8990 | Menu
Hot spot with a secret kitchen to boot. More...

Dominick's Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Dominick 8715 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-652-2335 | Menu
Chef Brandon Boudet and partner Warner Ebbink own this small plate Italian nod to the original Dominick's. More...

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

The Foundry on Melrose California
13/20
Dining Room at The Foundry on Melrose, Los Angeles, CA 7465 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323-651-0915 | Menu
Chef-owner Eric Greenspan casts new molds at his Melrose restaurant. 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 | Menu | Video
This elegant restaurant at The London West Hollywood offers upscale California cuisine from Gordon Ramsay. More...

Hugo's Healthy
13/20
8401 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-654-4088 | Menu
This Hollywood industry haunt dishes up hearty breakfasts and healthy dishes. More...

The Hungry Cat Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at The Hungry Cat, Hollywood, CA Sunset + Vine
1535 N. Vine St.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-462-2155 | Menu
Expertly prepared fresh seafood offerings in a casual industrial-chic setting, including a raw bar, plus good wines by the glass and hard-to-resist desserts. More...

The Ivy American
13/20
113 N. Robertson Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-274-8303 | Menu
California takes on classic American comfort foods in a chic-casual spot, complete with spacious patio, frequented by celebrities and the paparazzi who love them. More...

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

Kate Mantilini American
12/20
Dining Room at Kate Mantilini, Beverly Hills, CA 9101 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-278-3699 | Menu
This high-style restaurant offers a menu of dressed-up American food, and hipper fare, too. More...

The Little Door Mediterranean
13/20
Dining Room at The Little Door, Los Angeles, CA 8164 W. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-951-1210 | Menu
Discreet hideaway-type haunt for those seeking a scene versus cuisine. 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 | Menu
Lively bar scene and value-oriented menu of old standards with occasional twists and turns. More...

Nobu Los Angeles Fusion
14/20
Dining Room at Nobu Los Angeles, West Hollywood, CA 903 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-657-5711 | Menu
A branch of Nobu Matsuhisa's famed sushi chain in West Hollywood. More...

Oliverio Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Oliverio, Beverly Hills, CA Avalon Hotel
9400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-407-7791 | Menu
The best place to savor Mirko Paderno’s modern Italian cuisine is poolside rather than inside. More...

The Polo Lounge French
15/20
Dining Room at The Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills, CA The Beverly Hills Hotel
9641 Sunset Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-887-2777 | Menu
The Polo Lounge, a Beverly Hills legend since 1941, serves sophisticated cuisine in an elegant setting. More...

Providence Seafood
17/20
Dining Room at Providence, Los Angeles, CA 5955 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-460-4170 | Menu | Photo | Video
Providence reinforces what we've long known: Michael Cimarusti is a master with fish. More...

Public Kitchen & Bar American
13/20
Dining Room at Public Kitchen & Bar, Hollywood, CA The Hollywood Roosevelt
7000 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-769-8888
Public Kitchen & Bar offers an eclectic American menu in the former Dakota space. More...

The Restaurant French
14/20
Dining Room at The Restaurant, West Hollywood, CA Sunset Marquis Hotel & Villas
1200 N. Alta Loma Rd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-657-1333 | Menu
Savor French fare from chef Guillaume Burlion at the Sunset Marquis Hotel & Villas. More...

SIMON L.A. Modern American
14/20
Dining Room at SIMON L.A., West Hollywood, CA Sofitel Los Angeles
8555 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-358-3979 | Menu
Chef Kerry Simon offers innovative takes on classic American comfort foods. More...

Spago Beverly Hills California
17/20
Dining Room at Spago Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, CA 176 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-385-0880 | Menu | Video
Wolfgang Puck's Cal-Pan-Asian fare is as much of a celebrity as the chef himself. More...

Susan Feniger's STREET Global
13/20
Dining Room at Susan Feniger 742 N. Highland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-203-0500 | Menu
The upscale graffiti décor complements Susan Feniger’s globally-inspired small plates. More...

Tanzore Restaurant & Lounge Indian
14/20
Dining Room at Tanzore Restaurant & Lounge, Beverly Hills, CA 50 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-652-3894 | Menu
Modern Indian fare in Beverly Hills from the Sood family. More...

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

Tres Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Tres, Beverly Hills, CA SLS at Beverly Hills
465 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90048
310-246-5551 | Menu
Tres in the SLS at Beverly Hills features the cuisine of chef José Andrés. More...

Vinoteque on Melrose Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Vinoteque on Melrose, Los Angeles, CA 7469 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
310-860-6060 | Menu
Vinoteque is not your typical wine bar. Enjoy full-size plates or small plates in a casual ambience, whether on the great outdoor patio or in the dining room. More...

Yamashiro California
13/20
Dining Room at Yamashiro, Hollywood, CA 1999 N. Sycamore Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90068
323-466-5125 | Menu
This romantic replica of a Japanese palace in the Hollywood Hills provides a spectacular city view and Cal-Asian dishes. More...

SANTA MONICA/MARINA DEL REY/MALIBU

 

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

BOA Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at BOA Steakhouse, Santa Monica, CA 101 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-899-4466 | Menu
A sleek beachside sister to the Sunset Boulevard steakhouse. More...

Border Grill Mexican
14/20
1445 Fourth St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-1655 | Menu
Funky and colorful spot for Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s Latin American cooking. More...

Cafe Del Rey California
14/20
Dining Room at Cafe Del Rey, Marina del Rey, CA 4451 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310-823-6395 | Menu
California cuisine with Mediterranean influences is offered amid panoramic views of the Marina. More...

Cezanne French
14/20
Dining Room at Cezanne, Santa Monica, CA JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot
1740 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-9700, 800-323-7500
An elegant beachfront hotel dining room is the setting for a seasonal Cal-French menu. More...

Chaya Venice Fusion
14/20
Dining Room at Chaya Venice, Venice, CA 110 Navy St.
Venice, CA 90291
310-396-1179 | Menu
A vibrant Venice hangout featuring seafood and Euro-Asian cuisine. More...

Farmshop American
14/20
Dining Room at Farmshop, Santa Monica, CA Brentwood Country Mart
225 26th St., Ste. 25
Santa Monica, CA 90402
310-566-2400 | Menu
The setting may be rustic, but expect Brentwood-appropriate prices for the high-quality pastries and American fare. More...

French Market Cafe French
13/20
Dining Room at French Market Cafe, Venice, CA 2321 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-577-9775
This charming Venice café captures the French countryside. More...

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

Gladstone's Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Gladstone 17300 W. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
310-454-3474 | Menu
While still providing sweeping views of the Pacific, the institution now offers a pleasant casual seafood cuisine. More...

James' Beach Contemporary
13/20
60 N. Venice Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-823-5396 | Menu
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 | Menu
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 | Menu
Not your average Joe. Joe Miller wins with his contemporary American menu and reasonable prices. More...

Josie American
15/20
Dining Room at Josie, Santa Monica, CA 2424 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-581-9888 | Menu
Josie Le Balch delivers sophisticated American-French cuisine. More...

Lilly's French Cafe & Bar French
13/20
Dining Room at Lilly 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-314-0004 | Menu
Lilly's offers nostalgic French specialties in a charming space. More...

Locanda del Lago Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Locanda del Lago, Santa Monica, CA 231 Arizona Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-3525 | Menu
Intriguing menu featuring specialties from the Lake District of northern Italy. More...

Maison Giraud French
15/20
Dining Room at Maison Giraud, Pacific Palisades, CA 1032 Swarthmore Ave.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
310-459-7562 | Video
Chef Alain Giraud turns out French dishes with a California flair at his restaurant and bakery. More...

Melisse French
18/20
Dining Room at Melisse, Santa Monica, CA 1104 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-0881 | Menu | Photo | Video
The epitome of Los Angeles fine dining, Melisse fluently bridges French sophistication with style. 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 | Menu
Loews Santa Monica's contemporary Ocean & Vine affords great ocean views and eclectic seasonal dishes. More...

Tiato California
13/20
Dining Room at Tiato, Santa Monica, CA MTV/Lions Gate
2700 Colorado Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
310-866-5228 | Menu | Video
A chic market café from the An family, serving Asian-influenced dishes. More...

Valentino Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Valentino, Santa Monica, CA 3115 W. Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-829-4313 | Menu | Photo | Video
Piero Selvaggio's Valentino has dominated Los Angeles' Italian dining scene for years. More...

Vu New American
14/20
Dining Room at Vu, Marina del Rey, CA Jamaica Bay Inn
14160 Palawan Wy.
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310-823-5333
Creative, progressive comfort food from chef Kyle Schutte in a waterfront space. More...

Whist American
15/20
Dining Room at Whist, Santa Monica, CA Viceroy Santa Monica
1819 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-260-7511 | Menu | Photo | Video
American-and-seafood-focused menu for a young and hip crowd. More...

The Yard Gastropub
13/20
Dining Room at The Yard, Santa Monica, CA 119 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-6037 | Menu
The beach bar vibe belies the culinary skills of Top Chef contestant Chris "CJ" Jacobson at this Santa Monica gastropub. More...

DOWNTOWN

 

Border Grill Downtown LA Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Border Grill Downtown LA, Los Angeles, CA 445 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-486-5171 | Menu
Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s Border Grill offers the duo’s Mexican cooking to a downtown crowd. More...

Cafe Pinot California
14/20
Dining Room at Cafe Pinot, Los Angeles, CA 700 W. Fifth St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-239-6500 | Menu
Downtown dining featuring glittering views and California cuisine. More...

Canele Mediterranean
14/20
3219 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
323-666-7133 | Menu
This Atwater Village eatery offers California and Mediterranean specialties like pissaladière, herb-roasted leg of lamb and boeuf bourguignon. More...

Chaya Downtown Fusion
14/20
Dining Room at Chaya Downtown, Los Angeles, CA 525 S. Flower St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-236-9577 | Menu
A vibrant space from the Chaya restaurants family, where the menu offers sushi and global dishes with Japanese influences. More...

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

First & Hope Supper Club Modern American
14/20
Dining Room at First & Hope Supper Club, Los Angeles, CA 710 W. 1st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-617-8555 | Menu
Modern American comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and live jazz across from Walt Disney Concert Hall. 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 | Menu
This chain, specializing in corn-fed beef and an extensive wine list, appeals to business diners. More...

LA Market California
13/20
Dining Room at LA Market, Los Angeles, CA JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. Live
900 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-765-8600 | Video
California cuisine with global influences from chef Kerry Simon in downtown L.A. More...

Larkin's Soul Food
13/20
1496 Colorado Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
323-254-0934 | Menu
Contemporary restaurant serving distinctive soul food in a beautifully restored century-old Craftsman cottage. More...

Pete's Cafe & Bar American
12/20
400 S. Main St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213-617-1000 | Menu
Comforting, high-ceilinged downtown dining room offering dishes like a half-pound Fontina-topped burger, and salmon with Meyer lemon butter. More...

Vermont Kitchen & Bar Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Vermont Kitchen & Bar, Los Angeles, CA 1714 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-661-6163 | Menu
Romantic, Moorish interior complements the delicate culinary creations. More...

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

 

The Bistro Garden at Coldwater Continental
13/20
Dining Room at The Bistro Garden at Coldwater, Studio City, CA 12950 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
818-501-0202 | Menu
Good service and renditions of updated continental dishes. More...

Firenze Osteria Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Firenze Osteria, North Hollywood, CA 4212 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
818-760-7081 | Menu | Video
A somewhat trendy spot serving uncomplicated and tasty Italian cuisine and cocktails in the San Fernando Valley. More...

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

The Grill on the Alley American
13/20
The Promenade at Westlake
120 E. Promenade Wy.
Westlake Village, CA 91362
805-418-1760 | Menu
A suburban edition of Beverly Hills’ famed The Grill on the Alley, a reliable steakhouse with American classics. More...

Hugo's Healthy
13/20
12851 Riverside Dr.
Studio City, CA 91607
818-761-8985 | Menu
A variety of organic products factor into lunch dishes such as salads and pastas, and dinnertime fare like rib-eye and grilled sea bass. More...

Le Chene French
13/20
12625 Sierra Hwy.
Santa Clarita, CA 91390
661-251-4315 | Menu
An unabashedly French country inn beside the road in a remote Southern California location. More...

Le Petit Restaurant French
13/20
Dining Room at Le Petit Restaurant, Sherman Oaks, CA 13360 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
818-501-7999 | Menu
A homey neighborhood bistro in classic French style. More...

Roy's Hawaii Regional
13/20
6363 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
818-888-4801
This Roy's outpost features all the signature dishes, as well as fresh creations from the local chef. More...

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY/PASADENA

 

Bashan Restaurant California
15/20
Dining Room at Bashan Restaurant, Glendale, CA 3459 N. Verdugo Rd.
Glendale, CA 91208
818-541-1532 | Menu
The cooking at Bashan perfectly illustrates how our palates evolve and are constantly searching for better and more innovative cuisines. More...

Bistro 45 California
15/20
Dining Room at Bistro 45, Pasadena, CA 45 S. Mentor Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-795-2478 | Menu
Contemporary California-French cuisine and bistro classics in an art-filled Art Deco bungalow with a tranquil outdoor terrace. More...

Cafe Bizou French
13/20
91 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-792-9923 | Menu
Chef-owner Neil Rogers' modern French cooking in a setting a bit more stylish than the original location. More...

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood
13/20
111 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-405-0064 | Menu
Branch of the Portland-based chain of seafood restaurants that’s often better on the page than on the plate. More...

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

The Terrace California
13/20
Dining Room at The Terrace, Pasadena, CA The Langham Huntington, 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...

SOUTH BAY/LONG BEACH

 

Fuego Mexican
14/20
Dining Room at Fuego, Long Beach, CA Hotel Maya A Doubletree Hotel
700 Queensway Dr.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-481-3910 | Menu
A place to relax and enjoy the water view and chef Jesse Perez's Latin cuisine. More...

Kincaid's Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Kincaid 500 Fishermans Wharf
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-318-6080 | Menu
Pacific Ocean vistas accentuate a varied seafood-driven menu. More...

L'Opera Italian
13/20
Dining Room at L 101 Pine Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-491-0066 | Menu
Classic Italian dishes and attentive service in an elegant Long Beach locale. More...

Michael's on Naples Ristorante Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Michael 5620 E. Second St.
Long Beach, CA 90803
562-439-7080 | Menu
Sophisticated Italian restaurant a stone’s throw from the pretty canals of Naples. More...

The Sky Room California
12/20
Dining Room at The Sky Room, Long Beach, CA The Breakers Hotel
40 S. Locust Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-983-2703 | Menu
High-quality seasonal foods are matched with fine wines in the rooftop restaurant of a beachfront 1930s Art Deco-style landmark. More...

INLAND EMPIRE

Cafe 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...

Citrone Contemporary
13/20
328 Orange St.
Redlands, CA 92374
909-793-6635 | Menu
An impressive California-centered wine list partners fresh, flavorful, market-driven cuisine. More...

CocoPalm Restaurant Cuban
13/20
1600 Fairplex Dr.
Pomona, CA 91768
909-469-1965 | Menu
A hillside restaurant with expansive views and an equally expansive menu, CocoPalm serves up generous portions of Cuban and Spanish fare. More...

Gerard's French Restaurant French
13/20
9814 Magnolia Ave.
Riverside, CA 92503
951-687-4882
Classic French cuisine is offered at this area culinary landmark. More...

La Parolaccia Osteria Italiana Italian
13/20
201 N. Indian Hill Blvd.
Claremont, CA 91711
909-624-1516 | Menu
A solid Italian osteria offering carpaccio with Gorgonzola cream and wood-fired pizzas. More...

 

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