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A photo of Musso & Frank Grill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(11274)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hollywood
Booked 123 times today
Musso & Frank Grill is a hot spot because it offers an authentic Old Hollywood dining experience with superb food, outstanding service, and great ambiance. Reviews rave about the vintage, high-class environment, the professional staff, and the huge portions of perfectly prepared food. It's a must-visit place for visitors and locals alike, especially for special occasions. It's a place where the food, drinks, and service all get high ratings from customers.
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4.6
Exceptional(5558)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Studio City
Booked 106 times today
The Front Yard at The Garland in North Hollywood fully encapsulates guests in an authentic Southern California dining experience. Our thoughtfully crafted menu celebrates the Los Angeles food scene. Upscale décor, stunning outdoor patio, hip bar serving “modern classic” cocktails, and a lively ambiance combined with the genuine warmth of dining at a close friend’s home creates a social atmosphere.
A photo of TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4161)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Hollywood
Booked 149 times today
TAO Los Angeles is a dynamic two-level space, complete with two private dining rooms, outdoor patio, lounge with large bar. and main dining room anchored by our 16 foot Quan Yin statue.
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4.7
Exceptional(1997)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 64 times today
The Terrace at the famous Sunset Tower Hotel debuted a new look in May of 2018, featuring a refreshed outdoor dining experience with updated furnishings and an elegant new bar. The Tower Bar Restaurant has split views of the city from either side of the lobby. It offers a swank lounge, bar and an al fresco dining experience. Custom made banquettes line the windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Art deco design influences include walnut with gold inlay trim in a subtle, muted color scheme. The delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. A dress code is enforced, please call for information.We are now open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is offered six nights a week, Monday-Saturday. We are unable to guarantee a seating preference of indoors or outdoors. We recommend a sweater or light coat during the evenings.Shorts, baseball caps, sweats, sandals, tank tops, phone calls, computers and photos are not permitted.
A photo of Catch LA restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10215)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Hollywood
Booked 165 times today
Perched above the dynamic streets of the West Hollywood Design District on the corner of Melrose and San Vicente, Catch LA features modern renditions of classic dishes served in a streaming, shareable style of dining. The retractable rooftop haven marries simple yet elegant, seafood, sushi, and steak with excellent service and a lively atmosphere complete with a unique, open-air dining room and breathtaking views of Downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills. The menu features signature dishes including the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, A5 Japanese Wagyu on a hot rock, Mushroom Spaghetti, and Cantonese Lobster.
A photo of Firefly - Studio City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4152)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Studio City
Booked 66 times today
An enchanting and romantic covered outdoor patio that offers a unique dining experience, complete with outdoor fireplaces and hillside views in the heart of Studio City. We offer small and large plates featuring Modern American and Mediterranean influenced dishes by Chef Viet Pham. We offer handcrafted cocktails, delicious wines, and hand selected beers. We have two beautiful outdoor patios, a library lounge and bar area.
A photo of Gwen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1488)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Hollywood
Booked 42 times today
Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant is the second restaurant from fine dining chef Curtis Stone (of Maude) and the first he’s opened with his brother Luke Stone. Gwen is both a European-style, chef-driven butcher shop and a restaurant that is redefining dining in LA, with a menu that calls on fire-based cooking techniques. Whether you’re picking up house-made charcuterie, prime and rare breed meats from the retail store, enjoying a feast in the dining room or relaxing with a bite and cocktail at the bar, Gwen delivers the highest standards of quality, taste and service.On Wednesdays-Sundays, we offer Chef's Carte Blanche 5-course tasting menu for $130 per person (limited quantities available). The whole party must enjoy the tasting menu and wine pairings are available for $75 per person. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the restaurant at 323-946-7500.
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4.4
Awesome(3554)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • West Hollywood
Booked 100 times today
Nobu Los Angeles is a renowned, upscale Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant located in the heart of West Hollywood. As part of the globally celebrated Nobu restaurant chain, it blends traditional Japanese flavors with bold, innovative Peruvian influences, a signature style crafted by world-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa. The ambiance is sleek and modern, with warm wood tones and a minimalist aesthetic that exudes sophistication and elegance. Known for its impeccable service and celebrity clientele, Nobu Los Angeles offers an extensive menu featuring fresh sushi, sashimi, and signature dishes like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Jalapeño. Its chic bar serves a curated selection of cocktails, sake, and wines, making it a favorite for high-end dining and special occasions. With its combination of exceptional cuisine, stylish setting, and an A-list atmosphere, Nobu Los Angeles is a premier destination for both food lovers and trendsetters alike.
A photo of Craig's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1014)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 82 times today
Reservations accepted two weeks in advance.Serving American fare from upscale comfort food to vegan specialities in the heart of the West Hollywood Design district. Craig's offers covered and heating patio seating, indoor and bar seating. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins accepted and our bar features our full dinner menu.
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4.8
Exceptional(1409)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 24 times today
Heralded as a "meat speakeasy" by Food & Wine Magazine, chi SPACCA has come to represent the quintessential new Italian dining experience, where accompaniments like the Foccacia di Recco, warm salted Medjool dates, and Culatello & Puglia burrata are just sideshows for the rest of Chef Armen Ayvazyan's wood-fired menu which features a 42-ounce Tomahawk pork chop, a 36-ounce dry-aged bone-in New York Costata alla Fiorentina, and a 50-ounce dry-aged porterhouse Bistecca Fiorentina.Enchanted by the artistry of Italian salumi culture, we built the first “dry cure” program in Los Angeles so that we could experiment and perfect Italian charcuterie techniques in house.
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  • matthewVIP
    Los Angeles •53 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Magnificent service. Some of the best. The Yule log—sublime! The pigs in a blanket—imagine what that might be like with a master pastry chef! Shrimp cocktail—how often is it merely passable? Here it is of a uniformly exquisite tenderness. I want to say again, the SERVICE. This place is an industry standard but is generally underrated. Visit it again.
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    The Tower BarPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
    4.7
  • Corisma
    Atlanta Metro •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Madison was an amazing host. Her customer service and hospitality was top tier! Manager was also very kind enough to make accommodations for my autistic son. All servers were great as well but Madison’s kindness stood out the most. The food and drinks were also very good. I had a French 75 for the first time and it was enjoyable. I don’t usually drink gin because of the taste, but you can barely taste it.
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    TAO Asian Bistro - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Asian• Hollywood
    4.6
  • SteveVIP
    Los Angeles •90 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first visit to the Front Yard, having just learned about it while searching OpenTable for a place to have Christmas Day lunch. We took a risk and gave it a try and we were all glad we did. They put on a lovely Christmas buffet. We're definitely coming back to check out their regular menu.
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    The Front YardPrice: Moderate• Californian• Studio City
    4.6
  • RodneyVIP
    Los Angeles •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Each time I step into Catch LA, I feel like royalty. The ambiance is sexy, but it is the service that truly steals the show each time! Every member of the staff exudes professionalism and genuine warmth. They anticipate our needs before we even realize them, making every experience at my favorite LA restaurant impeccable - so much so that we've made coming to Xmas Eve dinner at Catch LA an annual tradition with my chosen family! I have no notes on the effortless quality of food, beverages, and, most importantly, THE SERVICE and THAT is why Catch LA is a step above the rest! Come for a cocktail at the bar, enjoy stunning rooftop views of the city while having delectable food and beverages, and experience dining at its finest! Thanks Catch LA - until next time. - Rodney and Friends.
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    Catch LAPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Hollywood
    4.7
  • SteveVIP
    Los Angeles •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    M&F Grill is always outstanding. The food is delicious and always prepared perfectly. The service is above and beyond any other restaurant. An absolute fabulous dining experience always.
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    Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
    4.8
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