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Los Angeles Valentines Restaurants

Valentines Restaurants Los Angeles

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Westside
Beverly Hills/Hollywood/Midtown
Santa Monica/Marina Del Rey/Malibu
Downtown/Silver Lake
San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
South Bay/Long Beach
Inland Empire

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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
14/20
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...

Breadbar American
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Breadbar, Los Angeles, CA Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-277-3770
Artisanal breads, sandwiches and salads at the Westfield Century City mall. More...

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
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
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
Benjamin Ford brings to Culver City his vision of an American regional gastropub. More...

Il Grano Italian
16/20
Dining Room at Il Grano, Los Angeles, CA 11359 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310-477-7886
Sal Marino, chef-owner of Il Grano, uses only top-quality, seasonal products for his fine Italian menu. 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...

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 prepares California cuisine with a home-cooking style that has charm and taste. 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...

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...

Pace in the Canyon Italian
13/20
2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
323-654-8583
Pizzas and pastas in Laurel Canyon. More...

Picca Peruvian
14/20
Dining Room at Picca, Los Angeles, CA 9575 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
310-277-0133
Chef Ricardo Zarate guides this flavorful Peruvian culinary journey. More...

RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen Southeast Asian
13/20
Dining Room at RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen, Los Angeles, CA Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-552-9988
Embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Southeast Asia. More...

Royal/T Japanese
No Rating
Dining Room at Royal/T, Culver City, CA 8910 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-559-6300
Unique Japanese café concept shares space with contemporary art and a retail shop. More...

Saint Amour French
13/20
Dining Room at Saint Amour, Culver City, CA 9725 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
310-842-8155
A casual French brasserie in downtown Culver City. More...

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

Vibrato Grill Jazz...etc. Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Vibrato Grill Jazz...etc., Los Angeles, CA 2930 N. Beverly Glen Circle
Los Angeles, CA 90077
310-474-9400
Vibrato is all about music: the name, the nightly live modern jazz, the cuisine and the décor. More...

Vincenti Ristorante Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Vincenti Ristorante, Los Angeles, CA 11930 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
310-207-0127
Simple, flavorful Italian cuisine and an impressive wine list. 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...



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
Fine French-Mediterranean dining in a Riviera villa setting with sweeping views of the Pacific . 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...

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
California cuisine with Mediterranean influences is offered amid panoramic views of the Marina. More...

Capo Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Capo, Santa Monica, CA 1810 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-394-5550
Pared-down, orderly selection of Italian classics with a hefty price tag. 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...

Charlie's American
14/20
Dining Room at Charlie 22821 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-3132
In a city with limited dining options, Charlie’s is an elegant and easy destination. More...

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

FIG California
13/20
Dining Room at FIG, Santa Monica, CA The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
101 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-319-3111
A California bistro featuring ingredients from local farmers markets. 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...

Gladstone's Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Gladstone 17300 W. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
310-454-3474
While still providing sweeping views of the Pacific, the institution now offers a pleasant casual seafood cuisine. 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 Le Balch delivers sophisticated American-French cuisine. 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
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
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
The epitome of Los Angeles fine dining, Melisse fluently bridges French sophistication with style. More...

Michael's California
15/20
Dining Room at Michael 1147 Third St.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-451-0843
Consistently inventive California cuisine in a lush garden setting that attracts local celebrities and power players. More...

Monsoon Cafe 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...

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...

Savory California
14/20
Dining Room at Savory, Malibu, CA Point Dume Village
29169 Heathercliff Rd.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-589-8997
Californian chef Paul Shoemaker has revisited French bistro fare in this chic and casual Malibu dining spot. More...

3 Square Cafe + Bakery Café
Quick Bite
Dining Room at 3 Square Cafe + Bakery, Venice, CA 1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-399-6504
Chef Hans Röckenwagner offers an irresistible selection of breakfast pastries and egg dishes as well as lunchtime sandwiches at his casual café. More...

Upper West California
14/20
Dining Room at Upper West, Santa Monica, CA 3321 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-586-1111
Creative cocktails by the owners and cuisine by chef Nick Shipp make this south Santa Monica restaurant a good choice for tasty times 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 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
American-and-seafood-focused menu for a young and hip crowd. More...

Wilshire Restaurant American
No Rating
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...



BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

The Abbey Food & Bar California
13/20
Dining Room at The Abbey Food & Bar, West Hollywood, CA 692 N. Robertson Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-289-8410
There is never a dull moment at The Abbey between its happy clientele, variety of cocktails, and the tasty food. More...

AMMO California
No Rating
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...

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 upscale small-plates dining and an extensive selection of wines by the glass, carafe and bottle. More...

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
An ultra-hip setting where industry scenesters gather to enjoy playfully inventive Cuban-Asian fare. More...

The Bazaar by Jose Andres Tapas
15/20
Dining Room at The Bazaar by Jose Andres, Beverly Hills, CA SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills
465 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90048
310-246-5555
Be ready to treat yourself to carefully crafted modern tapas by chef José Andrés in a somewhat over-the-top décor. 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...

BLD American
13/20
Dining Room at BLD, Los Angeles, CA 7450 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-930-9744
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
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
A hip, modern steakhouse with a varied menu and impressive patio. More...

boe Eclectic
13/20
Dining Room at boe, Beverly Hills, CA the Crescent
403 N. Crescent Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-247-0505
A hip gathering spot for cocktailing and noshing, boe also boasts an intriguing wine list and a moderately priced, creative menu. More...

Bombay Palace Indian
12/20
Dining Room at Bombay Palace, Beverly Hills, CA 8690 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-659-9944
Well-executed classic Indian dishes. More...

Bouchon French
13/20
Dining Room at Bouchon, Beverly Hills, CA Garden Building
235 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-271-9910
A Los Angeles branch of Thomas Keller's casual bistro. More...

The Blvd California
No Rating
Dining Room at The Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel
9500 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-275-5200
Definitively more modern and hip than the previous Lobby Lounge. 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
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...

The Capital Grille Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at The Capital Grille, West Hollywood, CA 8614 Beverly Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-358-0650
The Beverly Center now hosts a branch of the steakhouse chain. 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
Cecconi's attracts a very trendy crowd with its classic setting and comforting and authentic Italian fare. More...

Chakra Restaurant & Lounge Indian
13/20
Dining Room at Chakra Restaurant & Lounge, Beverly Hills, CA 151 S. Doheny Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-246-3999
Stylish Beverly Hills destination for contemporary Indian cuisine in a vibrant setting. More...

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

Cleo Mediterranean
13/20
Dining Room at Cleo, Los Angeles, CA The Redbury
1717 Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-962-1717
A great food concept, with cuisines from around the Mediterranean basin at low prices for a hip clientele. 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...

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

Culina Modern Italian Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Culina Modern Italian, Los Angeles, CA Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
300 S. Doheny Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-860-4000
This chic spot offers a casual “enoteca” experience with a relaxing atmosphere. More...

Eva Restaurant Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Eva Restaurant, Los Angeles, CA 7458 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-634-0700
We like Mark Gold’s evolution of Eva from a bistro style to a more elaborate dining experience. 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...

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...

Hatfield's Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Hatfield 6703 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-935-2977
Husband and wife Quinn and Karen Hatfield offer an elevated, market-driven dining experience. More...

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

Il Cielo Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Il Cielo, Beverly Hills, CA 9018 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-276-9990
A longtime cozy little Beverly Hills hideaway with charming gardens and impressive Italian food and wine. 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
A hip Japanese restaurant and creative sushi hot-spot 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...

La Dolce Vita Italian
13/20
Dining Room at La Dolce Vita, Beverly Hills, CA 9785 Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-278-1845
Old-school Italian restaurant with an intimate atmosphere. More...

Le Petit Bistro French
13/20
Dining Room at Le Petit Bistro, West Hollywood, CA 631 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-289-9797
Authentic French bistro food complemented by an affordable wine list. More...

Lexington Social House California
14/20
Dining Room at Lexington Social House, Los Angeles, CA 1718 Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-461-1700
A stylish space for socializing, seasonal fare and handcrafted cocktails in Hollywood. 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...

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...

Morton's The Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Morton 435 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-246-1501
Aged Prime steaks and detailed tableside presentation. More...

Mr. C Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Mr. C, Beverly Hills, CA Mr. C Hotel
1224 Beverwil Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90035
310-226-6245
Pizzas and Italian classics at the Mr. C Hotel in Beverly Hills. More...

Nic's Restaurant & Martini Lounge Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Nic 453 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-550-5707
Vibrant, hip destination for some stylish food, an extensive martini menu, live jazz, and tour in the VodBox. 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...

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
A branch of Nobu Matsuhisa's famed sushi chain in West Hollywood. More...

Petrossian Boutique & Restaurant Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at Petrossian Boutique & Restaurant, West Hollywood, CA 321 N. Robertson Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-271-0576
The Los Angeles caviar emporium offers serious and modern cuisine. More...

Playa Latin
14/20
Dining Room at Playa, Los Angeles, CA 7360 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-933-5300
Latin cuisine from chef John Rivera Sedlar. 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
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
Providence reinforces what we've long known: Michael Cimarusti is a master with fish. 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
Savor French fare from chef Guillaume Burlion at the Sunset Marquis Hotel & Villas. More...

RH French
No Rating
Dining Room at RH, West Hollywood, CA ANdAZ
8401 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-785-6090
Fresh, local and seasonal ingredients inform the cuisine at this ANdAZ hotel restaurant. More...

Saam at The Bazaar by Jose Andres Spanish
16/20
Dining Room at Saam at The Bazaar by Jose Andres, Beverly Hills, CA SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills
465 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90048
310-246-5545
At this intimate, luxurious space inside The Bazaar, guests enjoy a fine dining version of chef José Andrés’ cuisine. More...

Scarpetta Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Scarpetta, Beverly Hills, CA Montage Beverly Hills
225 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-860-7970
Chef Scott Conant makes a very tasty West Coast debut with his earthy Italian cuisine at Montage Beverly Hills. 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
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
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
The upscale graffiti décor complements Susan Feniger’s globally-inspired small plates. 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...

Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria Italian
12/20
Dining Room at Vivoli Cafe & Trattoria, West Hollywood, CA 7994 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
323-656-5050
Friendly neighborhood Italian restaurant with simple, fresh cuisine. More...

Wood & Vine American
13/20
Dining Room at Wood & Vine, Hollywood, CA Taft Building
6280 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-334-3360
An "Old Hollywood"-style setting for classic cocktails and small plates. More...

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



DOWNTOWN/SILVER LAKE

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
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
Downtown dining featuring glittering views and California cuisine. 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
A vibrant space from the Chaya restaurants family, where the menu offers sushi and global dishes with Japanese influences. 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
This historic downtown spot captures the nostalgia of classic Los Angeles while simultaneously offering innovative New American cuisine. More...

DRAGO Centro Italian
15/20
Dining Room at DRAGO Centro, Los Angeles, CA City National Plaza
525 S. Flower St., Ste. 120
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-228-8998
Celestino Drago’s passionate cooking brings haute Italian style to downtown L.A.’s cultural matrix. 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
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
This chain, specializing in corn-fed beef and an extensive wine list, appeals to business diners. 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...

Katsuya Downtown Sushi
14/20
Dining Room at Katsuya Downtown, Los Angeles, CA L.A. Live
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-747-9797
Chef Katsuya Uechi teams up again with Philippe Starck, this time at L.A. Live. More...

Kendall's Brasserie & Bar French
13/20
Dining Room at Kendall The Music Center
135 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-972-7322
A good place to dine before a concert, this handsome restaurant offers dishes such as French onion soup, rotisserie chicken and château steak. More...

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

Noe Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Noe, 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...

Patina French
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, elegant and upscale dining experience in Los Angeles nestled downtown in the Walt Disney Concert Hall. More...

Takami Sushi & Robata Restaurant + Elevate Lounge Sushi
12/20
Dining Room at Takami Sushi & Robata Restaurant + Elevate Lounge, Los Angeles, CA 811 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213-236-9600
Sushi and robata in a downtown penthouse with sweeping city views. 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...

WP24 Asian
14/20
Dining Room at WP24, Los Angeles, CA L.A. Live
The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
900 W. Olympic Blvd., 24th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-743-8824
Contemporary Asian cuisine from Wolfgang Puck and Lee Hefter at The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles. 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 Melange Eclectic
15/20
Dining Room at Chez Melange, 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...

555 East Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at 555 East, Long Beach, CA 555 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-437-0626
Clubby restaurant offering up steakhouse fare and a lively bar scene. 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...

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

ROCK'N FISH Seafood
13/20
120 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
310-379-9900
A local treasure for southern-inspired steaks, seafood and pastas in a pleasant atmosphere. 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
High-quality seasonal foods are matched with fine wines in the rooftop restaurant of a beachfront 1930s Art Deco-style landmark. 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
Good service and renditions of updated continental dishes. More...

The Brandywine Continental
14/20
22757 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
818-225-9114
This charming little restaurant offers a sense of old-fashioned continental grace and a menu to match. More...

Casa Vega Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at Casa Vega, Sherman Oaks, CA 13301 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
818-788-4868
A popular Mexican eatery with strong margaritas, plus quesadillas, chile rellenos and oversized burritos. More...

Firenze Osteria Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Firenze Osteria, North Hollywood, CA 4212 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
818-760-7081
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
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...

Hugo's Healthy
13/20
12851 Riverside Dr.
Studio City, CA 91607
818-761-8985
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 Petit Chateau French
13/20
4615 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
818-769-1812
Located in a château-style structure, this restaurant delivers heavy old-school French favorites to diners nestled in cozy booths amidst antiques. 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...

Oliva Trattoria Italian
13/20
4449 Van Nuys Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
818-789-4490
A charming neighborhood trattoria with uncomplicated Italian cuisine. 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...

Raphael Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Raphael, Studio City, CA 11616 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
818-505-3337
A Valley discovery for American cuisine with global influences, wines and signature cocktails. More...

Saddle Peak Lodge American
No Rating
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...



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
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
Contemporary California-French cuisine and bistro classics in an art-filled Art Deco bungalow with a tranquil outdoor terrace. More...

Celestino Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Celestino, Pasadena, CA 141 S. Lake Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-795-4006
Part of the Drago family, this Pasadena eatery serves intriguing versions of classic Sicilian and other Italian dishes. 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...

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...

Palate Food + Wine Mediterranean
14/20
Dining Room at Palate Food + Wine, Glendale, CA 933 S. Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91204
818-662-9463
Market-driven small plates restaurant from Patina Group co-founder Octavio Becerra, with outstanding wine and cheese programs. More...

The Raymond American
14/20
Dining Room at The Raymond, Pasadena, CA 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 Royce French
16/20
Dining Room at The Royce, Pasadena, CA The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
626-585-6410
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...

Vertical Wine Bistro Wine Bar
13/20
Dining Room at Vertical Wine Bistro, Pasadena, CA 70 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-795-3999
Old Pasadena wine bar offers California fare and an extensive wine list, including 60-plus selections by the glass. More...


INLAND EMPIRE

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

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
Steaks and seafood in a 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...

Marstellerz at the Walker House American
13/20
Walker House
121 N. San Dimas Ave.
San Dimas, CA 91773
909-599-7900
Housed in a nineteenth-century landmark, Marstellerz at the Walker House delivers American fare, brunch and afternoon tea. More...




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