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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
San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
South Bay/Long Beach

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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...

Breadbar American
No Rating
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...

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...

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...

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

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 a view of the surf in Malibu. 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...

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...

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...

Chez Mimi French
12/20
Dining Room at Chez Mimi, Santa Monica, CA 246 26th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90402
310-393-0558
Home-style French cuisine served in an enchanting indoor-outdoor setting. 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
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...

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...

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...

Michael's California
14/20
Dining Room at Michael 1147 Third St.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-451-0843
Consistently inventive California cuisine in a contemporary art-filled dining room. 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...

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...

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...

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...

Whist American
No Rating
Dining Room at Whist, Santa Monica, CA Viceroy Santa Monica
1819 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-8711
American-and-seafood-focused menu for a young and hip crowd. More...



BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

The Abbey Food & Bar American
No Rating
692 N. Robertson Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-289-8410
Ground zero for the gay social scene in West Hollywood plus a full-service kitchen serving until 2 a.m. More...

All' Angelo Italian
15/20
Dining Room at All 7166 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
323-933-9540
Italian cuisine and fine wines from around the world in a comfortably stylish space. 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 cooler-than-cool people gather to enjoy playfully inventive Cuban-Asian fare. More...

The Bazaar by José Andrés Tapas
15/20
Dining Room at The Bazaar by José Andrés, Beverly Hills, CA SLS 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 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...

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...

The Blvd American
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...

Breadbar American
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Breadbar, West Hollywood, CA 8718 W. Third St.
West Hollywood, CA 90048
310-205-0124
A casual café, Breadbar bakes over a dozen different breads daily, served with breakfast omelets, made-to-order sandwiches and dinnertime sliders. 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...

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

Da Vinci Ristorante Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Da Vinci Ristorante, Beverly Hills, CA 9737 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-273-0960
Da Vinci is somewhat of a classic, where Italian cuisine is presented in a quiet, sophisticated setting. More...

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

The 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...

Gonpachi Japanese
13/20
Dining Room at Gonpachi, Beverly Hills, CA 134 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
310-659-8887
Handmade noodles, sushi and more in an elegant Japanese setting. 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...

Hugo's Healthy
13/20
8401 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-654-4088
Hugo's looks like its roots as a chic butcher shop where Hollywood-heavyweights hang out---especially over breakfast. 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...

Ivan Kane's Café Wa s French
15/20
Dining Room at Ivan Kane Sunset + Vine
1521 Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-466-5400
Ivan Kane’s funky bohemian rhapsody of a supper club with French bistro fare. 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...

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
An old-school Italian restaurant where you will always spot a celebrity. 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...

Luau Polynesian
13/20
Dining Room at Luau, Beverly Hills, CA 369 N. Bedford Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-274-0090
A tiki ode to the original icon of Steve Crane’s Luau boasts glamorous design and finds its own culinary voice. More...

Murano Restaurant & Bar Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Murano Restaurant & Bar, West Hollywood, CA 9010 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-246-9118
A very grown up sort of place where the sophisticated décor nicely matches an understated menu of Italian and contemporary fare. 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...

Polo Lounge California
15/20
Dining Room at Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills, CA The Beverly Hills Hotel
9641 Sunset Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-887-2777
A classic, old-Hollywood setting where deals are brokered over power breakfasts and lunches. 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 at Hotel Bel-Air French
No Rating
Dining Room at The Restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles, CA Hotel Bel-Air
701 Stone Canyon Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90077
310-472-5234
Pamper yourself at the restaurant and terrace of the city's most luxurious hotel: Bel-Air. More...

RH California
14/20
Dining Room at RH, West Hollywood, CA ANdAZ
8401 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
323-785-6090
Chef Sébastien Archambault's cuisine is a contrast from the modernity of the lieu; his classical approach to food is reassuring in today's fast-paced life. 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
Los Angeles outpost for chef Kerry Simon’s innovative takes on classic comfort foods. 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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Water Grill Seafood
15/20
Dining Room at Water Grill, Los Angeles, CA 544 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-891-0900
Business and theater-bound diners flock downtown for chef David LeFevre's clever slow cooked seafood preparations. 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...



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...

Chelsea on the Queen Mary Seafood
12/20
Queen Mary
1126 Queens Hwy.
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-435-3511
Fine dining amidst the gracious Art Deco décor of the one-time queen of the seas. 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 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 steaks, seafood and pastas in a pleasant atmosphere---and did we mention the incredible wine list? 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...

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...

W's China Bistro Chinese
13/20
1410 S. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-792-1600
Contemporary Chinese restaurant from the Chong Brothers, who pair an elegant setting with unusually creative food. More...



SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

The Bistro Garden at Coldwater Continental
12/20
Dining Room at The Bistro Garden at Coldwater, Studio City, CA 12950 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
818-501-0202
Good service and respectable 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...

Chapter 8 Steakhouse & Dance Lounge Steakhouse
13/20
29020 Agoura Rd., Ste. A14
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
818-889-2088
Chic, sophisticated, and above all fun. Eddy Shinn's hip menu perfectly complements the stylish décor and vibrant atmosphere of the buzzing bar scene and late-night dance lounge. 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...

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...

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
818-840-7036
A charming neighborhood trattoria with uncomplicated Italian cuisine. More...

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



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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
A homey spin-off of the Westside’s trendy Drago, serving intriguing versions of classic Sicilian and other Italian dishes. 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...

La Maschera Ristorante & Enoteca Italian
13/20
Dining Room at La Maschera Ristorante & Enoteca, Pasadena, CA 82 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-304-0004
Northern Italian dishes like smoked salmon pizza with mozzarella, goat cheese and dill in Old Town Pasadena. 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...

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

NeoMezē Mediterranean
14/20
Dining Room at NeoMezē, Pasadena, CA 20 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105
626-793-3010
A new version of meze with broad appeal served in a lively atmosphere. More...

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



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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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