Los Angeles Restaurant News & Culinary Events

Takeout & Delivery Restaurants in LA

Dine-in establishments in Los Angeles Area have re-opened, but we've rounded up restaurants that are still offering takeout and delivery.

Hungry for news? From taco trucks to hipster hangouts with a buzzy Hollywood vibe to top-toque-helmed, world-class establishments, you can find an eatery that hits the spot for every kind of mood and occasion in L.A. Tap into what's happening with new restaurants, find out what your fave chefs are up to, and learn everything else you need to know on the Greater Los Angeles food landscape.

Find the latest restaurant and culinary events in the greater Los Angeles area with GAYOT's calendar featuring chef pop-ups, special dinners, tasting menus, food festivals and more.

NEW RESTAURANTS IN LOS ANGELES

• Chef/restaurateur Michael Mina will open Orla, a Mediterrean restaurant at Regent Santa Monica Beach. Look for it to debut in Summer 2024. Orla, Regent Santa Monica Beach, 1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, no phone.

• Carmel, a Tel Aviv inspired restaurant, will open in the former Village Idiot space on Melrose Avenue. Chef Asaf Maoz will draw on his Syrian and Italian heritage and offer dishes such as whole grilled spotted shrimp with grape leaves and frisée.

• Norma has opened in West Hollywood. Executive chef Jason Fullilove presents dishes like fried broccoli, Santa Barbara rock crab crispy fried rice, and hot fried half chicken. Norma, 631 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069, 310-359-0788.

• Executive chef & proprietor Bret Thompson and Lucy Thompson-Ramirez are behind Pez Coastal Kitchen, an upscale, seafood-focused restaurant in Pasadena. Pez Coastal Kitchen, 61 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103, 626-210-0775.

• Famed Italian restaurant Cipriani has opened a location in Beverly Hills. Cipriani, 362 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210, 310-866-5060.

Find more recent openings with our list of the Best New & Hip Restaurants in Los Angeles

LA FOOD EVENTS

Taste of the Nation Los Angeles returns May 4

May 4, 2024
Taste of the Nation Los Angeles once again takes place on the field of Media Park in Culver City. Renowned chefs and mixologists donate their time and talents to bring a whirlwind of culinary offerings to the No Kid Hungry fundraiser. Tickets cost $135 for general admission (1 p.m.-4 p.m.), $35 for youth ages 6-16 and $160 for all-access pass. For more information, visit the official website

May 18, 2024
Benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the 35th annual Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters takes place at the "Midwest Street" backlot at Warner Brothers in Burbank. Dozens of wineries and restaurants will offer samples. Special wine and travel packages will be available at the silent and live auctions. General admission costs $400 per ticket. VIP tickets, which allow early entrance and include valet parking, are available for $500. For further details, visit the official website Warner Bros. Studio, Gate 7 - Forest Lawn Dr., Burbank, CA 91522, 323-939-0758.

ONGOING EVENTS

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NOTEWORTHY ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Gran Blanco Revamped
Gran Blanco in Venice will reopen on April 19, 2024. The revamped spot will now feature a menu of Japanese-inspired cuisine and cocktails. Gran Blanco, 80 Windward Ave., Venice, CA 90291, 424-433-8095.

• New Plant-Based Menu at The Belvedere
The Belvedere at The Peninsula Beverly Hills has introduced a new plant-based menu. The California-style brasserie offers such dishes as braised West Coast morels, green cauliflower tempura, yellow corn soufflé, and raspberry almond panna cotta. The Belvedere, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212, 310-788-2306.

UPDATES ON LOS ANGELES CHEFS

• Chef Bernhard Mairinger (BierBeisl) will open Lustig in the Helms Bakery complex in Culver City. Lustig, Helms Bakery, 8703 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232, no phone.

LOS ANGELES RESTAURANT CLOSINGS

The last outlet of The Farm of Beverly Hills has shuttered. This Beverly Hills spot featured a casual farmhouse décor and a terrific sidewalk café. The Farm of Beverly Hills, 439 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210, no phone.

Conga Room, the downtown music venue at LA Live, has closed its doors. Conga Room, L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Stes. A160 & A260, Los Angeles, CA 90015, no phone.

BEYONCE INSPIRED LIBATIONS

Try these whiskey cocktails inspired by Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album.

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BOURBON IN YOUR AIOLI

This cashew aioli recipe gets a kick with bourbon.

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GAYOT'S RESTAURANT AWARDS

Over the years, we have been electing restaurants to be on GAYOT's Yearly Restaurant Awards.

Check the list.