Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Los Angeles

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Casa Sanchez

4.9

4.9 (944)

$30 and under

Mexican

West Los Angeles

About the restaurant

At Los Angeles’ Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant patrons will enjoy delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine, amazing cocktails as well as a live mariachi band. At this LA Mexican restaurant you can sit back on Tuesdayy- Sunday and listen to the live music or enjoy dinner and drinks under the stars on the outdoor patio.
Whether you are looking for a romantic evening, out with a group, or just grabbing a quick bite you will enjoy the very diverse Mexican menu. The friendly and knowledgeable wait staff at Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant will assist you with anything you may need.

Top review

Wendy

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Wonderful decoration we went last week for my mother’s birthday, the mariachi are pleasant. The food was tasty, the Cadillac have too much salt in them I returned 2 of them and they made it way better. The indoor decorations were the highlight of my night.

The Third Place Barroom and Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (274)

$31 to $50

American

Lancaster

About the restaurant

The Third Place
For a healthy existence, humans must live in a balance of three realms: home life, known as the first place. The workspace, known as the second place. And last, an inclusive, warm, sociable place to gather, put aside concerns, and hang out for the simple pleasure of good company and lively conversation. Welcome to The Third Place, where unrelated people relate.

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Ingrid

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Everything was good. Specially recommend the lemon tart and the onion galette

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4.8

4.8 (31)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Glendale

About the restaurant

The Brandy is Glendale's new and chic restaurant incorporating the highest quality Mediterranean and American cuisine along with craft cocktails and the finest hookah. Vision and inspiration for The Brandy was to rejuvenate three critical elements of the modern dining experience: high quality servings, exceptional service, and dynamic entertainment. The exceptional team at The Brandy has decades of experience managing and serving many establishments throughout the Great Los Angeles area and has utilized its vast knowledge of the industry to set forth a truly rare and distinctive yet familial and cozy vibe. The Brandy strives for the best in every sector and never sacrifices one for the others.

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Alireza

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

Everything was spectacular! Thank you for a great night!

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Experience

Live Entertainment Every Weekend

MainRo

4.8

4.8 (262)

$31 to $50

Asian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Open Wednesday through Saturday, MainRo is Hollywood’s newest restaurant & supper club that provides a senses-stimulating experience that’s smart & sophisticated. A modern technological Moulin Rouge, MainRo perfectly blends the restaurant and nightlife scene into one venue. MainRo’s culinary concept takes a modern approach with locally-sourced ingredients and imported premium meats blending bold French, Japanese & Vietnamese flavors that will fulfill the senses with arousing fragrances and crave-worthy fare. The décor blends classic Hollywood Regency elements with art deco style in a technologically designed space outfitted with ultra 4K digital mapped screens. As the DJ varies the musical content the surrounding ambiance of the venue transforms and guests experience a show unlike any other, an artistic blend of live musical acts and performances throughout the evening, creating a magical experience where you are the star with the show happening in front, behind, & all around you.

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Peter

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

This place is always amazing. Unique and so much fun. The people I took with me were floored, hah.

Rokka Grill and Whiskey Bar - Bellflower

4.7

4.7 (75)

$31 to $50

American

Lakewood / Bellflower

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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KAY

Dined 4 days ago

We love the restaurant, however, the server was alone apparently and really had a difficult time keeping up with the orders. We felt sorry for her. She was the only server we saw. We do love the restaurant, just wondering if perhaps they need more than one server.

PLANTA Brentwood

4.7

4.7 (7)

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Brentwood

About the restaurant

At PLANTA, we see plants differently.

Led by Founder and CEO Steven Salm and Co-founder and Executive Chef David Lee, PLANTA was born in 2016 to expand the accessibility and acceptability of plant based dining; dining as it should be — an unguilty pleasure. Creating a premier hospitality collective of 100% plant-based restaurants, PLANTA reimagines, reinvents, and revitalizes, providing flavorful proof that the power of plants can change the world.

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BillVIP

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

This was our first time to Planta, everyone was wonderful. The server walked us through her favorites along with the most popular menu items. Everyone we encountered appeared to be having fun working there. We look forward to going again and trying other offerings.

Ettore Vino e Cucina

4.7

4.7 (25)

$31 to $50

Italian

Central Los Angeles

About the restaurant

Ettore Vino e Cucina is the first restaurant and wine tasting room from Ettore Winery, a boutique organic estate and winery in Mendocino, CA, spearheaded by Italian-born winemaker Ettore Biraghi and Sofia Rivier.

In collaboration with Los Angeles' beloved Italian restaurant, Osteria Mamma, Ettore Vino e Cucina brought on Chef Mònica Angelats Coll, a culinary expert with a unique background blending aerospace engineering and fine dining, to lead the kitchen.

The menu is inspired by the team’s Italian heritage and will feature signature dishes like Ettore Tagliatelle Ai Funghi, a red wine pasta with mushrooms, kale, pecorino and hazelnuts and Stinco Di Agnello Con Patatine Al Parmigiano, braised lamb shank, fingerling potatoes and parmigiano reggiano. The restaurant showcases a beautifully-curated design of charming vintage pieces that have a story to tell, creating a one-of-a-kind dining atmosphere.

The restaurant will be open 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm, walk-ins are welcome.

Top review

LindaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Really delicious and friendly without breaking the bank. Unusually good and atmosphere charming.

Somerville

4.6

4.6 (90)

$31 to $50

American

Culver City

About the restaurant

Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.

Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.

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Johana

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful interior. Looks straight out of a movie. We had the butternut squash risotto and the salmon, both were delicious!! Service was A+. We are so excited to have this in our neighborhood. Can’t wait to go back.

THE LKSD

4.5

4.5 (151)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs

About the restaurant

The Home of the 40oz Tomahawk (as seen on Insider Food 45+ million Views) located in Downey, CA. Lock & Key Social Drinkery + Kitchen is a Meat forward concept featuring over 100 selections of can & bottled Craft Beer, 12 Rotating Draft Lines, 200+ Whiskies, and Seasonal Craft Cocktails all located just 10 miles South of DTLA. Founder Marc Shelton and Head Chef Michael Cabacungan work effortlessly together combining comfort and nostalgic food and drink offerings to guests... Check us out on instagram @lksdkitchen

Top review

Ben

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

I have been here before and have received excellent service in the past. They were not that busy this time , yet we had to look for our server many times through out the night . Also, I had the sushi this time around it was not as fresh as times in the past. Still one of my faves from the area, but the quality did dip a bit.

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