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Ray’s and Stark Bar, Los Angeles, CA

Ray’s and Stark Bar

4.2
4.2
1730 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Hailed by Travel + Leisure as “One of the best museum restaurants around the globe” and by the Los Angeles Times as "a feast for the senses," Ray's and Stark Bar offers a globally-inspired, California fresh menu including dishes from the restaurant’s wood-burning oven and grill, with an emphasis on farm-to-table and seasonal fare. Located behind Chris Burden’s iconic Urban Light installation on Wilshire Boulevard and offering views of the iconic Levitated Mass sculpture, Ray’s and Stark Bar is an urban culinary oasis surrounded by some of the most celebrated artwork in the world. Please be informed: WE'VE GONE CASHLESS! Friday Night Jazz Series: $150 Minimum for the Lounge Tables. $100 F&B Minimum for the Patio Tables. Vaccination verification required to dine indoors per LA City mandate.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 11:00 am–6:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    LACMA's Garage: Located on Sixth St. at LACMA Way, one block north of Wilshire Blvd and one block east of Fairfax Ave. $16 flat fee before 5pm, $8 after 7pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nathan Washburn

What 1,730 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ray's and Stark Bar offers a vibrant dining experience conveniently located at LACMA, with "great food and service." Guests enjoy Friday jazz nights, praised for the "amazing vibe" and lively atmosphere. While some dishes receive mixed reviews, the overall ambiance and "friendly, attentive staff" create a memorable outing.

1,730 Reviews
  1. PatriceA

    Detroit1 review

    3.0

    Dined on July 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    we had reservations at the high top but the seating was completely off. ended up having to hold my plate in order to eat

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful salads, & the staff is nice & most accommodating. I’ve been eating here a long time—glad the pizzas are back! xo

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  3. luvtoeat

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pleasant outdoor dinning and healthy well prepared food.

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I love this restaurant but it used to have more interesting food. The food is still good but it used to be amazing.

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  5. DavidG VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always have great food and service. Go there now before they close permanently on July 14.

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  6. ValerieM VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant centrally located in LACMA, perfect view of live band for summer jazz, waitstaff is helpful with menu selections and the food and drinks were delicious!

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  7. HarrisB

    Los Angeles40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    great server, good food, it was a bit expensive ...

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  8. Darice VIP

    Los Angeles45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food , good service, partial view of the show but could hear everything very well

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  9. Grrrrrrrrlf

    Los Angeles255 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was very nice and attentive. The venue is lovely on a sunny day when seated outside. We ordered the olive tapenade, and although the bread was excellent, and there was plenty of it, the olive tapenade serving was sparse. The chicken wings were okay (served with dips), but nothing special. The wine was fine. It is a convenient place to go if visiting LACMA. Unfortunately, they close early, 6pm, as the museum closes around that time. The only other dining alternative at LACMA is Fanny's, a good restaurant, but much pricier.

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  10. bistromuse5

    San Francisco6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food. Friday night Jazz at the museum was really fun. Can't beat the museum membership!

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FAQs

Ray’s and Stark Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (323) 857-6180.

Ray’s and Stark Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 1730 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Ray’s and Stark Bar

5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue, Thu 11:00 am–6:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    LACMA's Garage: Located on Sixth St. at LACMA Way, one block north of Wilshire Blvd and one block east of Fairfax Ave. $16 flat fee before 5pm, $8 after 7pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nathan Washburn
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