Dining Out for New Year's Eve
LOS ANGELES

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Besides attending one of the world's Top 10 Hot Spots for New Year's Eve, what could be better than celebrating the end of the year with a memorable meal? Whether you're looking for a party scene full of revelers or a more romantic space to share a midnight Champagne toast with someone special, we've compiled a list of the best restaurants in Los Angeles to ring in the New Year.

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WESTSIDE

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...

BLVD 16 American
15/20
Dining Room at BLVD 16, Los Angeles, CA Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Westwood
10740 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-474-7765
Simple and memorable miracles performed with sustainable and organic ingredients. More...

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

Fraîche Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Fraîche, Culver City, CA 9411 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-839-6800
Ambitious Italian restaurant with French accents and an airy atmosphere in Culver City. More...

Gyenari Korean
13/20
Dining Room at Gyenari, Culver City, CA 9540 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-838-3131
Refined Korean fare cooked at tabletop gas grills in a contemporary, lively setting. More...

Il Moro Italian
13/20
11400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
310-575-3530
Stylish Italian with traditional dishes and extensive specials provides a welcoming escape with its terrace and airy dining room. More...

La Cachette French
15/20
Dining Room at La Cachette, Los Angeles, CA 10506 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310-470-4992
French cuisine with a light, California influence in charming surroundings. 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...

Lot 1224 Eclectic
13/20
Dining Room at Lot 1224, Los Angeles, CA The Tower Beverly Hills
1224 S. Beverwil Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
310-772-2999
With its handsome indoor-outdoor spaces, Lot 1224 offers eclectic fare including roasted duck strudel and spice-rubbed Hawaiian tuna. 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...

Rush Street American
13/20
Dining Room at Rush Street, Culver City, CA 9546 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-837-9546
A vibrant bar where you will enjoy your drinks to be complemented by a casual American menu. More...

Tanino Italian
13/20
1043 Westwood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-208-0444
In a beautiful landmark building, Tanino Drago serves authentic regional Italian fare with contemporary touches. More...

Tengu Fusion
13/20
Dining Room at Tengu, Los Angeles, CA 10853 Lindbrook Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
310-209-0071
A pure example of fusion cuisine; sit at the sushi bar for a lively ambience. More...

WEST Restaurant & Lounge Italian
13/20
Dining Room at WEST Restaurant & Lounge, Los Angeles, CA Hotel Angeleno
170 N. Church Ln.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-481-7878
Occupying the top floor of the hip Hotel Angeleno, WEST delivers a sophisticated ambience, Italian crudo, pastas and steaks. More...

BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

Angelini Osteria Italian
13/20
7313 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-297-0070
This decidedly diminutive space manages to carry a vibe of accessibility and selectiveness all at once. Antipasti lead the show at dinnertime. More...

A.O.C. Mediterranean
14/20
Dining Room at A.O.C., Los Angeles, CA 8022 W. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-653-6359
A.O.C. features tapas-style dining and an extensive selection of wines by the glass, carafe and bottle. 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 Overbaugh's cooking. 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
Laurent Tourondel’s stylish steakhouse takes up residence in West Hollywood. More...

blue on blue California
No Rating
Dining Room at blue on blue, Beverly Hills, CA Avalon Hotel
9400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-277-5221
The Avalon Hotel's poolside dining spot features California cuisine plus power cocktails. More...

Ca' Brea Italian
14/20
346 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-938-2863
Reliable, lively Italian restaurant with terrific food and a diverse clientele. More...

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

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

CUT Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at CUT, Beverly Hills, CA Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel
9500 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-276-8500
Wolfgang Puck’s modern, elegant steakhouse at the Beverly Wilshire has been a star-studded success since its opening. 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...

Enoteca Drago California
14/20
Dining Room at Enoteca Drago, Beverly Hills, CA 410 N. Cañon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-786-8236
A host of small plates and 50 Italian wines by the glass. 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
Chef-owner Eric Greenspan casts new molds at his Melrose restaurant. 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...

Gardens California
15/20
Dining Room at Gardens, Los Angeles, CA Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
300 S. Doheny Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-273-2222
Luxury and distinction in a quiet, pretty nook of the Four Seasons Hotel. More...

Grace American
15/20
Dining Room at Grace, Los Angeles, CA 7360 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-934-4400
An elegant neighborhood restaurant by noted chef Neal Fraser, Grace combines urban bistro energy with creative cuisine. More...

Hatfield's Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Hatfield 7458 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-935-2977
Husband and wife Quinn and Karen Hatfield offer an elevated, intimate dining experience. More...

Hokusai Japanese
16/20
Dining Room at Hokusai, Beverly Hills, CA 8400 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
323-782-9717
Delicate Japanese-French cuisine, high-end sushi creations and a fine selection of wine and saké. More...

Jaan French
15/20
Dining Room at Jaan, Beverly Hills, CA Raffles L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
9291 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-278-3344
The dining room of one of L.A.'s luxurious L'Ermitage hotels specializes in serving seasonal flavors in an understatedly elegant setting. 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...

Katana Japanese
13/20
Dining Room at Katana, West Hollywood, CA Piazza del Sol
8439 W. Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-650-8585
Japanese and creative sushi hotspot on the Sunset Strip. More...

Katsuya Hollywood Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Katsuya Hollywood, Hollywood, CA 6300 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-871-8777
Katsuya comes to Hollywood and Vine. More...

Katsuya Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Katsuya, Los Angeles, CA 11777 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-207-8744
Chef Katsuya Uechi, one of only four master sushi chefs in Los Angeles, sharpens his knives to transform fish into sushi amid grand décor by Philippe Starck. 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
Discreet hideaway-type haunt for those seeking a scene versus cuisine. More...

Lucques French
14/20
Dining Room at Lucques, West Hollywood, CA 8474 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-655-6277
Chef Suzanne Goin's inventive rustic Mediterranean cuisine is offered in an idyllic setting. More...

Mastro's Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Mastro 246 N. Cañon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-888-8782
Dark, clubby Mastro's ensures that steakhouse traditions remain alive and well in Beverly Hills. More...

Nic's Restaurant & Martini Lounge Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Nic 453 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-550-5707
Cozy, hip destination for some super food, an extensive martini menu and live jazz. More...

Nirvana Indian
12/20
Dining Room at Nirvana, Beverly Hills, CA 8689 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-657-5040
Enter through a scene-setting carved wood Buddha to a fireplace- and fountain-rich space offering traditional Indian cuisine. More...

O-Bar American
14/20
Dining Room at O-Bar, West Hollywood, CA 8279 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
323-822-3300
A strikingly modern environment from its designer-owners is the backdrop for a menu of familiar American favorites laced with contemporary touches. More...

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

Sona California
17/20
Dining Room at Sona, West Hollywood, CA 401 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-659-7708
Experience the masterful cooking of chef David Myers at this minimalist-chic restaurant. 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
Wolfgang Puck's Cal-Pan-Asian fare is as much of a celebrity as the chef himself. More...

The Spanish Kitchen Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at The Spanish Kitchen, West Hollywood, CA 826 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-659-4794
South-of-the-border dishes and tequila for every taste---finish with the classic tres leches dessert. More...

Sushi Roku Sushi
15/20
Dining Room at Sushi Roku, Los Angeles, CA 8445 W. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-655-6767
Nouveau sushi, hip Hollywood and all. More...

Xiomara on Melrose Latin American
14/20
Dining Room at Xiomara on Melrose, Los Angeles, CA 6101 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-461-0601
A good-looking two-level dining room offering Global cooking and topnotch mojitos. More...

SANTA MONICA/MARINA DEL REY/MALIBU

BOA Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at BOA Steakhouse, Santa Monica, CA 101 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-899-4466
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
Funky and colorful spot for Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger’s Latin American cooking. 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...

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...

Chaya Venice California
14/20
Dining Room at Chaya Venice, Venice, CA 110 Navy St.
Venice, CA 90291
310-396-1179
Venice hangout with a focus on seafood. More...

Chinois on Main Asian
15/20
Dining Room at Chinois on Main, Santa Monica, CA 2709 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-392-9025
Colorful, whimsical setting for a fusion of Asian and French cuisines. More...

Drago Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Drago, Santa Monica, CA 2628 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-828-1585
The Drago brothers' home with old-world charm and Sicilian specialties. More...

Geoffrey's California
12/20
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...

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...

Inn of the Seventh Ray Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at Inn of the Seventh Ray, Topanga, CA 128 Old Topanga Rd.
Topanga, CA 90290
310-455-1311
One of LA's most romantic restaurants. 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...

JiRaffe French
14/20
Dining Room at JiRaffe, Santa Monica, CA 502 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-917-6671
Chef-owner Raphael Lunetta combines his classical French technique with international influences and local seasonal ingredients. 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...

Josie American
15/20
Dining Room at Josie, Santa Monica, CA 2424 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-581-9888
Josie LeBalch delivers sophisticated American-French cuisine; pair it with chocolate bread pudding for dessert. 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...

Melisse French
17/20
Dining Room at Melisse, Santa Monica, CA 1104 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-0881
The epitome of Los Angeles fine dining, Melisse fluently bridges French sophistication with style. More...

Monsoon Café Pan-Asian
12/20
1212 Third St. Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-576-9996
Monsoon is an over-the-top homage to the exotically tropical and offers an extensive Pan-Asian menu. 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...

The Penthouse at Huntley Santa Monica Beach California
14/20
Dining Room at The Penthouse at Huntley Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica, CA Huntley Santa Monica Beach
1111 Second St.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-393-8080
The boutique Huntley Santa Monica Beach hotel draws a whole new generation to its rooftop bar and restaurant. More...

Riva Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Riva, Santa Monica, CA 312 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-7482
Mediterranean-inspired fare from the team behind Culver City's Fraîche. More...

Sushi Roku Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Sushi Roku, Santa Monica, CA 1401 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-458-4771
Hip and fresh sushi by the beach. More...

Typhoon Pan-Asian
14/20
Dining Room at Typhoon, Santa Monica, CA 3221 Donald Douglas Loop S.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-390-6565
An endless menu of dishes from every corner of Asia in a sleek, high-tech setting. More...

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

Wilshire Restaurant American
14/20
Dining Room at Wilshire Restaurant, Santa Monica, CA 2454 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-586-1707
A sophisticated spin on comfort foods made with high-quality, seasonal and organic ingredients. More...

DOWNTOWN/SILVER LAKE

Morton's The Steakhouse Steakhouse
12/20
735 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213-553-4566
Chicago stakes its claim. More...

Blue Velvet Modern American
No Rating
Dining Room at Blue Velvet, Los Angeles, CA The Flat
750 Garland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213-239-0061
Swank downtown restaurant-lounge with Modern American cuisine, a DJ-enhanced ambience and a worldly wine list. More...

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...

Ciudad Latin American
14/20
445 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-486-5171
Offering a culinary tour of Latin America and beyond, this festive concept from the founders of Border Grill showcases the diversity of the region. More...

The Edendale Grill American
14/20
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...

J Restaurant & Lounge California
13/20
1119 S. Olive St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-746-7746
Downtown dining and entertainment space serving up Mediterranean-inspired fare, a cigar lounge and city views. More...

Nick & Stef's Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Nick & Stef 330 S. Hope St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-680-0330
Sleek, contemporary downtown steakhouse. More...

Noé Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Noé, Los Angeles, CA Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
251 S. Olive St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-356-4100
Noé brings urban refinement to the Los Angeles culinary scene. More...

The Palm Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at The Palm, Los Angeles, CA 1100 S. Flower St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-763-4600
Prime beef, jumbo lobsters and Italian fare are menu staples; an array of appetizers, sides and vintage wines are also available. More...

Patina California
17/20
Dining Room at Patina, Los Angeles, CA Walt Disney Concert Hall
141 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-972-3331
A well-orchestrated and elegant dining option in L.A.'s landmark building: Walt Disney Concert Hall. More...

Taix French Restaurant French
12/20
1911 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-484-1265
Longtime spot for traditional French fare in Silverlake. More...

Traxx Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Traxx, Los Angeles, CA 800 N. Alameda St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-625-1999
An Art Deco gem hidden inside historic Union Station, Traxx serves American dishes with contemporary twists. More...

Zucca Ristorante Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Zucca Ristorante, Los Angeles, CA 801 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213-614-7800
The next best thing to Italy is housed in an office building in downtown L.A. More...

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

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...

MAX California
13/20
Dining Room at MAX, Sherman Oaks, CA 13355 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
818-784-2915
This Cal-Asian menu is laden with multicultural diversity. 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...

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY/PASADENA

Bar Celona Spanish
No Rating
Dining Room at Bar Celona, Pasadena, CA 46 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-405-1000
A hip, contemporary scene in Old Pasadena serving reasonably authentic Spanish fare, Bar Celona offers a wide range of tapas to enjoy with a pitcher of sangría. More...

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

The Dining Room Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at The Dining Room, Pasadena, CA The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-568-3900
The Dining Room begins a period of transition as longtime chef de cuisine Craig Strong departs the kitchen. More...

Katsuya Glendale Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Katsuya Glendale, Glendale, CA The Americana at Brand
702 Americana Way
Glendale, CA 91204
818-244-5900
Hip sushi and Japanese cuisine in a Philippe Starck-designed restaurant. More...

Madeleines Restaurant & Wine Bistro Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Madeleines Restaurant & Wine Bistro, Pasadena, CA 1030 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-440-7087
This restaurant-wine bistro features the able cooking of Claud Beltran and a moderately priced wine list. 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...

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...

Sushi Roku Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Sushi Roku, Pasadena, CA 33 Miller Alley
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-683-3000
The Pasadena branch of the trendy chain offers both absolutely fresh sushi and a wide range of other Japanese dishes. More...

Twin Palms California
12/20
Dining Room at Twin Palms, Pasadena, CA 101 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-577-2567
France meets Southern California in a breezy-chic setting with 80 percent of the tables outdoors. More...

Vertical Wine Bistro Wine Bar
12/20
Dining Room at Vertical Wine Bistro, Pasadena, CA 70 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-795-3999
Old Pasadena wine bar offers small plates by chef Sara Levine and an extensive wine list, including about six dozen selections by the glass. More...

SOUTH BAY/LONG BEACH

Buona Sera Ristorante Italian
14/20
247 Avenida Del Norte
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-543-2277
A stylish Italian bistro with tasty food and an extraordinary wine list. More...

Chez Mélange Eclectic
15/20
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...

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...

The Madison Contemporary
12/20
Dining Room at The Madison, Long Beach, CA 102 Pine Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-628-8866
Lavish restaurant for contemporary American cuisine located in the lobby of a beautifully restored historic building. More...

Papadakis Taverna Greek
14/20
Dining Room at Papadakis Taverna, San Pedro, CA 301 W. Sixth St.
San Pedro, CA 90731
310-548-1186
Traditional taverna providing topnotch Greek food and a welcome atmosphere since 1973. 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...

Petros Greek
14/20
Metlox Block
451 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
310-545-4100
Deftly prepared Greek cuisine in a classic setting at Petros Benekos’ eponymous restaurant. More...

Restaurant Christine Pacific Rim
13/20
Dining Room at Restaurant Christine, Torrance, CA Hillside Village
24530 Hawthorne Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90505
310-373-1952
Chef-owner Christine Brown prepares modern Pacific Rim cuisine with Mediterranean influences. More...

Tracht's Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Tracht Renaissance Long Beach Hotel
111 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-499-2533
Suzanne Tracht’s repertoire of roasts, steaks and sides at a hotel in the heart of Long Beach’s business and convention district. More...

INLAND EMPIRE

Duane's Prime Steak & Seafood Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Duane Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Ave.
Riverside, CA 92501
951-341-6767
The kitchen turns out tasty fare in this darkly romantic restaurant. More...

Mario's Place Italian
13/20
3646 Mission Inn Ave.
Riverside, CA 92501
951-684-7755
On a good day, this is the closest you’ll get to Valentino in the Inland Empire. More...

Restaurant Omakase California
14/20
California Tower
3720 Mission Inn Ave.
Riverside, CA 92501
951-788-8820
A gifted young chef offers a sophisticated, stunningly presented Cal-Asian cuisine at this ambitious restaurant near the Mission Inn. More...

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BottleRock in Downtown Los Angeles

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The second branch of BottleRock, located Downtown at the Met Lofts, is larger than the original and boasts an impressive wine shop along with an extended menu offering dishes such as fava and pistachio falafel and pork belly risotto. Desserts include ice cream floats made with beer. After your meal, make it a Dinner and a Movie night with one of our featured films.

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