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.
Wolfgang Puck's Beverly Hills institution is the place to be. Like all of the celebrity chef's ventures, the atmosphere at Spago Beverly Hills emphasizes that delicious food can be fun. The luxurious and intimate setting at this restaurant makes it perfect for an intimate meal and especially for special occasions. The wine and cocktail lists are comprehensive and provide the perfect accompaniments to your rich food.
The Happy hours are priced $7 for selected and one of the best food and drinks from Monday through Friday.
This meat lovers dream come true, Animal is a raved about American eatery in the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles. Utilizing every viable piece of the meat, celebrity chefs Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook collaborate to create scrumptious meals even a vegetarian might be tempted to eat! With an ever-rotating menu, dishes at Animal are always new and exciting. Not for the faint of heart, past dishes have included veal tongue and brains, chicken liver toast, marrow bone with chimichurri sauce and other oddities that are surprisingly delicious. A minimalist setting is an overstatement, this restaurant has stark white walls, dark stained weathered tables and a large skylight flooding the space with bright natural light.
Open since 1919, this classic restaurant has long been the bastion of Hollywood power dining. With the look and feel of a private Men's club, Musso & Frank Grill rose to fame in the Golden Years of Hollywood, when Irving Thalberg, Clark Gable, and the Marx Brothers were among its most celebrated clients. Nowadays, it is still considered the home of the finest dry martini in town. The Filet Mignon is hard to beat, and the service is perfect, with just a touch of attitude. If you are not in the mood for beef, try the succulent lobster and the rich, heavy desserts. The restaurant's interior exudes a classic old-world charm, with dark wood paneling, red leather booths, and vintage black-and-white photos adorning the walls. Stepping inside Musso & Frank Grill feels like stepping back in time, as it has retained much of its original decor and ambiance, allowing patrons to experience a sense of nostalgia and a glimpse into Hollywood's golden era.
Factory Kitchen is an upscale Italian specialty restaurant nestled in Arts District, Downtown. This chic, urban eatery is set in a revamped industrial space. The interiors of this award-winning restaurant are adorned with a dim-lighting and cozy seating. Authentic Italian preparations such as the exquisite Mandilli di Seta (a muslin-thin handkerchief pasta with ligurian almond basil pesto) and the Agnolotti (egg pasta with veal, beef and herbs) lure scores of eager gastronomes here. A meal at the trendy Factory Kitchen, though on the steep side, is certain to be delicious, delightful and memorable.
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!
Carlitos Grandel goes far and wide to entice and satisfy its diners, beginning with genuine Argentine wine. The menu features mouthwatering dishes like Papa Fritas, Chorizo, Provolone, A La Florentina, and Ravioles de Porcini Al Burro, which are steeped in Argentine traditions. While live piano music serenades the diners, the delicious aroma of the food engages the taste buds in gustatory pleasure. A dreamy venue, the dining room is decked out with trinkets and memorabilia from Argentina, transporting one into memories of that region. Dine here to experience the delights of Argentine cuisine for yourself.
Established in 2014, Kinjiro is an Asian restaurant specializing in Japanese cuisine. Owned by Ninomiya Kinjiro, the place is known for it's hand crafted beer and sake, with an exotic range of food. Some of it's special include Kinjiro Ceviche, Mizuna & Daikon Salad, Wasabi Potato Salad, Chilled Battered Smelt, Fried Yearling Oysters, Kinjiro Bone Marrow Dengaku, Wild Black Cod, Manila Clam & Shiso Pasta, Pickled Plum Ochazuke and lots more. This place can be a tad bit expensive, but you will know where your money has gone. Reservations are essential as it gets packed in the evenings.
Majordomo situated in the heart of LA is the place to be if you want to relish the best of authentic Californian cuisine. The wide range of Californian culinary delights like Marinated Mushrooms, Smoked Cabbage, Tapioca Lo Mein and Roasted Duck Crispy Rice served here taste best when had with a glass of wine or an ice-cold beer. Different types of sake, cocktails and other spirits served here are ideal for someone looking to unwind. The cozy indoor dining space, as well as, the heated patio at Majordomo can be rented at reasonable rates for private dining and private events. The beautiful decor, friendly atmosphere and prompt service here adds to your overall dining experience.
Housed inside a beautiful cottage on Main Street in the heart of Venice is Barrique, a popular Italian culinary destination serving exquisite wines and homemade pasta. Due to the cottage being painted entirely in bright yellow, this restaurant is also known as "The Little Yellow House". The kitchen activities are supervised by Chef Antonio Murè, who is a recipient of the prestigious Michelin Star. Right from the welcoming atmosphere and the beautiful decor to the delicious food and prompt service, everything about Barrique has a charm to it, making your visit to this restaurant memorable.
Vespertine is an avant-garde restaurant in the movie-making district of Culver City and is housed within the famous Waffle Building. Vespertine was born from the creative genius of Chef Jordan Kahn, and the dishes he serves speak volumes about his culinary expertise. Inspired by art and architecture, each beautiful culinary masterpiece replicates architectural designs and textures. Here, diners are mesmerized and wonderstruck with their plates as even the smallest element like a petal or a peanut, transforms into a spectacularly created dish. Dine at this uniquely modern restaurant and experience this culinary brilliance for yourself.