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Best Romantic Restaurants LOS ANGELES |
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| Whether you're celebrating a milestone with someone special in the Los Angeles area or looking for the best date restaurants that are sure to impress, a romantic setting can set the mood for a night to remember. We've selected the best romantic restaurants in Los Angeles to share a memorable meal with your sweetheart. |
Westside
Beverly Hills/Hollywood/Midtown
Santa Monica/Marina Del Rey/Malibu
Downtown
South Bay
San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
Inland Empire
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2930 N. Beverly Glen Circle
Los Angeles,
CA 90077
310-474-9400
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Vibrato is all about music: the name, the nightly live modern jazz, the cuisine and the décor. More... |
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692 N. Robertson Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
310-289-8410
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There is never a dull moment at The Abbey between its happy clientele, variety of cocktails, and the tasty food. More... |
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Luckman Plaza
9200 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
310-278-2050
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A hip, modern steakhouse with a varied menu and impressive patio. More... |
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8400 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
323-848-2360
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A more relaxed vibe prevails and chef Christine Banta’s cuisine still lives at the redesigned Café La Bohème. More... |
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624 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90036
323-938-1447
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Chef-owner Mark Peel's rustic French- and Italian-influenced dishes in Charlie Chaplin's old digs. More... |
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Château Marmont
8221 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90046
323-656-1010
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Dining under the stars with the stars at the very exclusive Château Marmont. More... |
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Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
300 S. Doheny Dr.
Los Angeles,
CA 90048
310-860-4000
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This chic spot offers a casual “enoteca” experience with a relaxing atmosphere. More... |
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9018 Burton Way
Beverly Hills,
CA 90211
310-276-9990
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A longtime cozy little Beverly Hills hideaway with charming gardens and impressive Italian food and wine. More... |
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730 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
310-659-9449
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The place to be, according to Hollywood's well-heeled, Koi offers a fine selection of high quality sushi and contemporary Japanese cuisine. More... |
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8164 W. Third St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90048
323-951-1210
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Discreet hideaway-type haunt for those seeking a scene versus cuisine. More... |
8897 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90048
310-859-4903
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This very authentic Italian restaurant's below-street-level setting makes it a perfect hideaway. More... |
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1053 S. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90019
323-938-9304
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Contemporary Ethiopian restaurant that utilizes better ingredients and more style than its Little Ethiopia neighbors. More... |
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The Beverly Hills Hotel
9641 Sunset Blvd.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90210
310-887-2777
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The Polo Lounge, a Beverly Hills legend since 1941, serves sophisticated cuisine in an elegant setting. More... |
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SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills
465 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90048
310-246-5545
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At this intimate, luxurious space inside The Bazaar, guests enjoy a fine dining version of chef José Andrés’ cuisine. More... |
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7469 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90046
310-860-6060
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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... |
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1999 N. Sycamore Ave.
Hollywood,
CA 90068
323-466-5125
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This romantic replica of a Japanese palace in the Hollywood Hills provides a spectacular city view and Cal-Asian dishes. More... |
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MONICA/MARINA DEL REY/MALIBU |
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26025 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu,
CA 90265
310-456-5733
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Fine French-Mediterranean dining in a Riviera villa setting with sweeping views of the Pacific . More... |
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1810 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica,
CA 90401
310-394-5550
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Pared-down, orderly selection of Italian classics with a hefty price tag. More... |
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27400 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu,
CA 90265
310-457-1519
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Everything tastes better when dining al fresco with views of the Southern California coastline. More... |
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114 W. Channel Rd.
Santa Monica,
CA 90402
310-573-1660
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Movie stars and Malibu surfers rub shoulders at this Italian favorite in the Santa Monica Canyon. More... |
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128 Old Topanga Rd.
Topanga,
CA 90290
310-455-1311
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One of LA's most romantic restaurants. More... |
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The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
4375 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey,
CA 90292
310-574-4333
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Unpretentious cuisine with a view of the harbor. More... |
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2424 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica,
CA 90405
310-581-9888
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Josie Le Balch delivers sophisticated American-French cuisine. More... |
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Terranea Resort
100 Terranea Way
Rancho Palos Verdes,
CA 90275
310-265-2701
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Enjoy chef Michael Fiorelli’s elegant Californian cuisine and spectacular views from the patio at this relaxing resort restaurant. More... |
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1104 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica,
CA 90401
310-395-0881
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The epitome of Los Angeles fine dining, Melisse fluently bridges French sophistication with style. More... |
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1147 Third St.
Santa Monica,
CA 90403
310-451-0843
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Consistently inventive California cuisine in a lush garden setting that attracts local celebrities and power players. More... |
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Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
1700 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica,
CA 90401
310-458-6700
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Loews Santa Monica's contemporary Ocean & Vine affords great ocean views and eclectic seasonal dishes. More... |
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3115 W. Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica,
CA 90405
310-829-4313
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Piero Selvaggio's Valentino has dominated Los Angeles' Italian dining scene for years. More... |
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246 26th St.
Santa Monica,
CA 90402
310-394-8455
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A charming Italian fine-dining destination on the border of Brentwood and Santa Monica. More... |
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2454 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica,
CA 90403
310-586-1707
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A sophisticated spin on comfort foods made with high-quality, seasonal and organic ingredients. More... |
2903 Rowena Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90039
323-660-1882
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A Silver Lake neighborhood restaurant offering creative seafood dishes and plenty of vegetarian options. More... |
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Hilton Checkers Los Angeles
535 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90071
213-891-0519
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This historic downtown spot captures the nostalgia of classic Los Angeles while simultaneously offering innovative New American cuisine. More... |
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617 S. Olive St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90014
213-488-9488
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Modern Italian cuisine served in one of the most dramatic dining environments in town. More... |
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City National Plaza
525 S. Flower St., Ste. 120
Los Angeles,
CA 90071
213-228-8998
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Celestino Drago’s passionate cooking brings haute Italian style to downtown L.A.’s cultural matrix. More... |
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Higgins Building
108 W. Second St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90012
213-613-0000
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Downtown continues to heat up with this hot bar with tasty snacks like fries with orange-ginger mayo, truffled mac ‘n’ cheese and lobster corn dogs. More... |
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
141 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90012
213-972-3331
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A well-orchestrated, elegant and upscale dining experience in Los Angeles nestled downtown in the Walt Disney Concert Hall. More... |
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Met Lofts
1050 S. Flower St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90015
213-749-1460
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The godfather of modern Southwest cuisine riffs lyrically on the global Latin zeitgeist in his sultry downtown digs. More... |
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811 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90017
213-236-9600
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Sushi and robata in a downtown penthouse with sweeping city views. More... |
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800 N. Alameda St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90012
213-625-1999
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An Art Deco gem hidden inside historic Union Station, Traxx serves American dishes with contemporary twists. More... |
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950 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90006
213-388-3042
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A sedate, silk-walled alternative to the typical Korean barbecue experience. More... |
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317 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Manhattan Beach,
CA 90266
310-545-5252
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Popular California-French-Italian cuisine in a bustling room, accompanied by an encyclopedic and reasonably priced wine list. More... |
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1611 S. Catalina Ave.
Redondo Beach,
CA 90277
310-540-1222
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The South Bay’s pioneer in nouvelle cuisine has pleased locals and others for more than a quarter century. More... |
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101 Pine Ave.
Long Beach,
CA 90802
562-491-0066
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Classic Italian dishes and attentive service in an elegant Long Beach locale. More... |
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Hillside Village
24530 Hawthorne Blvd.
Torrance,
CA 90505
310-373-1952
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Chef-owner Christine Brown prepares modern Pacific Rim cuisine with Mediterranean influences. More... |
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The Breakers Hotel
40 S. Locust Ave.
Long Beach,
CA 90802
562-983-2703
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High-quality seasonal foods are matched with fine wines in the rooftop restaurant of a beachfront 1930s Art Deco-style landmark. More... |
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Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
Two Dole Dr.
Westlake Village,
CA 91362
818-575-3000
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California cuisine that pays homage to seasonality and natural flavors. More... |
12625 Sierra Hwy.
Santa Clarita,
CA 91390
661-251-4315
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An unabashedly French country inn beside the road in a remote Southern California location. More... |
5522 Crebs Ave.
Tarzana,
CA 91356
818-345-0470
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An old-fashioned French restaurant with traditional dishes and an intimate dining room. More... |
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13422 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks,
CA 91423
818-981-6650
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This handsome bistro offers a touch of romance along with classics like French onion soup, escargots de Bourgogne and steak frites. More... |
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12969 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City,
CA 91604
818-990-0500
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Handsome and cozy Pinot Bistro features classic bistro fare and contemporary California creations. More... |
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11616 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City,
CA 91604
818-505-3337
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A Valley discovery for American cuisine with global influences, wines and signature cocktails. More... |
23683 Calabasas Rd.
Calabasas,
CA 91302
818-224-2163
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More Italian than French, this venue is a comfortable setting in which to enjoy starters like manchego cheese soufflé or lobster risotto cakes before delving into racks of lamb, pasta or short ribs. More... |
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419 Cold Canyon Rd.
Calabasas,
CA 91302
818-222-3888
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Ready for a game dinner in an idyllic setting? More... |
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45 S. Mentor Ave.
Pasadena,
CA 91106
626-795-2478
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Contemporary California-French cuisine and bistro classics in an art-filled Art Deco bungalow with a tranquil outdoor terrace. More... |
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921 Meridian Ave.
South Pasadena,
CA 91030
626-799-8828
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A handsome, homey bistro adjacent to the South Pasadena Gold Line station offering bistro classics like escargots Bourgogne and entrecôte. More... |
204 1/2 N. Brand Blvd.
Glendale,
CA 91203
818-242-3835
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Romantic Italian restaurant with topnotch trattoria fare. More... |
1009 El Centro St.
South Pasadena,
CA 91030
626-441-2443
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Enjoy New American cuisine with eclectic touches in an outdoor space. More... |
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1250 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena,
CA 91105
626-441-3136
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Housed in the former caretaker’s cottage of a long-gone hotel, The Raymond is a charming setting for contemporary American cuisine. More... |
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The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena,
CA 91106
626-585-6410
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Chef David Féau's talent is evident. Don't hesitate to dine at The Royce to enjoy his modern cuisine based on solid French techniques. More... |
Thornton Winery
32575 Rancho California Rd.
Temecula,
CA 92591
951-699-0088
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A hillside vineyard restaurant that feels like a little slice of the Napa Valley, just an hour from greater L.A. More... |
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Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Ave.
Riverside,
CA 92501
951-341-6767
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Steaks and seafood in a darkly romantic restaurant. More... |
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28544 Old Town Front St.
Temecula,
CA 92590
951-506-3343
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As hip as Temecula gets, with Hollywood-esque décor and polished service. More... |
1651 W. Foothill Blvd.
Upland,
CA 91786
909-579-0497
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At his elegant restaurant hidden in a shopping mall, chef-owner Henry Gonzalez turns out sophisticated Italian and contemporary specialties. More... |
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