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A photo of Bacari Silverlake restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3981)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Silver Lake
Booked 145 times today
Bacari Silverlake is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 5th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our indoor lounge & bar, or in one of many tree-house-like outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Silverlake.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Silverlake is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!
A photo of Openaire restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2316)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Koreatown
Booked 15 times today
Native Angeleno, surfer and two-Michelin star chef Josiah Citrin brings a culinary vision built around California’s bounty from land and sea to Openaire. The menu and ingredients reflect the seasons and the interplay of cultural influences that define LA, serving in a lush greenhouse and tented garden oasis on the 2nd floor terrace at the LINE hotel, in the heart of K-Town.For inquiries of 10+ guests, please email us at: Openaire@TheLineHotel.com.
A photo of Antico Nuovo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(844)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 48 times today
Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.
A photo of Providence restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4380)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Hollywood
Booked 16 times today
For over a decade, Providence has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants. We invite you to experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of LA’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto.Corkage is $100 per bottle for the first two 750 ml bottles, $150 for the third, with a three bottle maximum per table.
A photo of Mama Por Dios - DTLA restaurant
4.1
Excellent(585)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Mamá por Dios is a restaurant that highlights the best of México, with its flavors, aromas, colors, traditions and art. Bringing it closer to its customers and every drink in every corner. Mamá por Dios is a Mexican gourmet restaurant where you can celebrate every moment to the sound of live Mariachi or enjoy a shot to the beats of a great DJ.
A photo of CENTO restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(873)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mid-City
Booked 57 times today
BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.
A photo of Joyce restaurant
4.5
Awesome(513)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 21 times today
Joyce celebrates the essence of soulful Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience. To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability.
A photo of The Factory Kitchen - Los Angeles restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3608)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 40 times today
Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.
A photo of Guelaguetza restaurant
4.5
Awesome(381)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Koreatown
Booked 14 times today
Guelaguetza is worth the drive for its authentic, high-quality Oaxacan cuisine. It's not just the food that gets rave reviews, but the entire experience. One reviewer described it as a 'Los Angeles cultural treasure' with a 'pleasant atmosphere' and 'convenient parking'. The staff's dedication to explaining the different types of mole and the lively atmosphere, complete with live music, make it a standout in the area. As one reviewer said, it's 'a true Guelaguetza' that 'transported' them to Oaxaca.
A photo of Petit Trois L'Original restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(105)
Price: Expensive
• French • Hollywood
Booked 46 times today
In 2024, the original location of Petit Trois, on Highland Ave in Hollywood, celebrates 10 years as a beloved, can't miss part of LA's dining scene. Chef/Owner Ludo Lefebvre puts his spin on classic French flavors including the cult-favorite Big Mec burger, swimming in rich Bordelaise sauce, perfectly roasted Heritage chicken with compressed potatoes fried in clarified butter, a French Dip sandwich served with a version of the restaurant's onion soup for dipping, and lots more. Start with the restaurant's housemade baguette served with the creamiest French butter and pair it all with wine from the restaurant's thoughtfully curated list, which includes 16 by the glass options. With a design inspired by classic Parisian bistros, Petit Trois transports guests in its 2 dining areas as well as an outdoor patio. The dining room is also available for private events.
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  • Michael
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Absolutely excellent! Will 100% return.
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    Rao's HollywoodPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
    4.9
  • Faris
    Los Angeles •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It was nice experience, good vibe , the food is tasty but one of the dishes ,the red pasta was a new taste for me
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    CENTOPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Mid-City
    4.8
  • Christopher
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Overrall, great experience, flower package was a plus for anniversary celebration
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    Mama Por Dios - DTLAPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Downtown
    4.1
  • emily
    Los Angeles •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    I took my mom here for her birthday who is half Japanese and she had a wonderful time! We all really enjoyed experiencing flavors that were unique and fun to share with each other. We all ordered the omakase and ordered the almonds and chinmi separately. Maybe the only ding in the experience was the servers mispronounced omakase, which was weird considering it's a high-end Japanese restaurant. They don't put the emphasis on "ma", rather they make it sound like kamikaze which is off-putting at the ordering stage. I loved the Grilled California Holstein Beef Strip the most. It was so simple to look at, but the flavor of the beef with the salt crystals was divine. Loved the fresh seaweed shot with grapes! This made all of us say Wow! The omakase came with a mackerel sushi roll which wasn't on the menu, but it was a flavor bomb. The steamed rice was beautiful with the pork jowl. I could eat that rice on its own though! The miso soup was super tasty! I would skip the shiitake tempura but it's part of the omakase. Too oily, don't eat the whole thing. The new katsu with wagyu beef is a huge amount of food. My mom ate 1/4 of it and had to take the rest home, but my boyfriend ate the whole thing! The cocktails were fantastic, along with the sake pairings throughout our meal. The bartender was stellar. Loved the Yuzu Reviver (vodka) and the Old Fashioned. We left feeling full and satisfied, but not stuffed. It was all delicious! Expect a 2 1/2 hour delectable experience! Enjoy!
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    ShibumiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
    4.4
  • Jessevip
    Los Angeles •53 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Aug 10, 2024
    Worth a visit for breakfast whether you're shopping the LA Flower Mart or not! I changed up and went with the shrimp n grits. The grits were better than most in town and the dish was flavor-packed! I could go for more grits in the serving though. My date had the crab benedict which she loved, with the exception of the biscuit. I had to agree, it was a little too dense. You can't miss with the chicken and waffles here. I also tried the Rose Mojito for the first time and the second time, lol! Really good, so be careful!
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    Poppy + RosePrice: Moderate• American• Flower District
    4
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