Since Lawry's The Prime Rib specializes in prime rib, come with a hearty appetite. Seat yourself in the elegant dining room complete with polished mahogany and art decorated walls. Choose from the different cuts of prime rib available. Go for the Diamond Jim Brady cut—all prime rib dinners are served with salad, mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, fresh whipped cream, horseradish, and a choice of vegetable. Make sure you arrive in formals.
Still commonly known as the "Rainbow Room," this fabled Sunset Strip institution continues to deliver a good time with live rock shows, fun finger food and late-night dining. The roomy interiors consist of a dining room, several bars, upstairs dance floor and patio decorated with kitschy rock 'n' roll memorabilia, Christmas lights, burgundy leather booths and even a vintage arcade game. The food offered is an Italian-American fusion of popular munchies such as pizza, sandwiches, steaks and a diverse vegetarian selection. Keep in mind that it is possible to reserve special seating above the stage.
Porto's Bakery is a family owned bakery and sandwich shop that extremely popular with locals and tourists alike. Don't let the long lines phase you, they move quickly and the service is friendly and fast. There is a wide selection of bakery items, including breads, cookies, cakes and any pastries you can dream of. There are also amazing sandwiches, both traditional Californian and Cuban sandwiches. Everything is moderately priced and delicious!
Established in 1946, only a well-worn spot could offer such specialties like steak with all the trimmings. Forget the diet, you're eating well tonight. Right across from the Warner Bros Studios, the most famous item on this menu isn't meat related—it's the cheesy garlic bread. Try the early bird specials for a great discount. No matter when you arrive, however, you'll get a great meal that is worth the price.
Located inside the Beverly Hills Hotel, this long-time favorite of the 90210 crowd (the city, not the show) is a great place to people watch. Celebrities and other well-heeled people hang out here and enjoy its rich atmosphere. The room inside is lovely and tasteful, and the outside patio is tree lined and great for smokers who can't do without their fix. Not for the T-shirt set - gentlemen are required to wear jackets.
Chichen Itza is a Yucatan food counter inside Mercado la Paloma market. This family-operated business serves some delicious tacos and tamales amongst their other authentic delicacies like tacos and tortas. The menu also features some interesting dessert options like Platano Con Crema (cream with fried plantain) and Queso Napolitano (flavored flan) which are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The portion size at Chichen Itza is excellent and prices are reasonable which is the cherry on top of an excellent dining experience.
Yo-Way is a famous sandwich eatery that offers tasty, fast and fresh meals. Located in the Gardena community, this eatery is known for its classic, fresh quality ingredients and their exceptional hospitality. Here, you get to choose from an assortment of salads, sandwiches and smoothies. Delivery service is provided with an extra charge. In case you're in a hurry, you can make a reservation or even carry away your meal. Grab some freshly made large sandwiches at an economical price.
This family-owned sandwich joint is a popular spot among the locals. Hy Mart Sandwiches serves Mediterranean inspired sandwiches and wraps for all palates. These are made daily using only fresh ingredients. Vegetarians will delight in their Falafel, Bennito's Burrito, Grape Leave Madness, and Falafelonee. Meat lovers will dig their Gyro, Kobi Dan, Chicken Delight, and Gyro Gone Wild.
Family-owned business since 1952, Giuliano's Delicatessen & Bakery in Gardena has been a local favorite for decades when it comes to all things Italian. The smell of freshly baked Italian breads, cookies and desserts is sure to pull you in to this cute Italian deli & bakery. You can choose from an array delightful Italian meats, cheeses, sandwiches, salads, pasta, meatballs and Italian pastries. Their signature sausage and roast beef recipes are highly recommended. Open 365 days a year, the doors of Giuliano's Delicatessen & Bakery is always open for its hungry customers.
Craving Tacos? Head over to the awesome awesome Mexican place - Taqueria Mi Ranchito. This food truck is known to serve delicious and authentic Mexican fare in cheap and affordable rates. Relish some of their popular recommended delicacies such as Tacos, Enchiladas, Flautas, Tortas, Tortillas and so forth. Other than whipping up traditional Mexican favorites, a few Italian as well as American classics are also available. Vegetarians need not worry for there are a few options catering to them as well. If you're into delicious and cheap Mexican goodness, this is the place for you!
Family-owned-and-operated for a number of years, this unique store is best known for its commitment to selling the finest foods from Italy, Greece and the Middle East. You'll find authentic homemade tiramisu and biscotti along with baklava and Israeli cheeses. Not to be missed are the fine selection of Greek and Bulgarian feta cheeses, which are some of the best in the city. Staples like bulghur wheat, tahini, jarred grape leaves and phyllo dough complete an authentic deli that has many loyal customers. And the turkey sandwich is to die for!