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With more restaurants within the city of Los Angeles than there are self-help books at your local bookstore, the only thing harder than accurately describing the culinary world of LA is actually picking which restaurant to eat at. Much like wannabe actors and rock stars, chefs flock to LA by the thousands hoping to start the restaurant that will forever embed them in culinary fame. While restaurants and cuisines may differ, each chef these days shares one common weapon: fusion. Fusion cuisine is LA's newest lover, since it allows for everyone to find a unique style in a culinary world where it seems that it's all been done before. Though you can still find traditional meals like steaks and burgers, don't be surprised if you see something wild on the menu like Asian-influenced, Jamaican-style, Cajun-spiced tacos.
Californian Dining with an Asian Influence
1775 N. Highland Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
Come dine at Twist Restaurant and Bar. Experience fine Californian dining with an Asian influence in Hollywood!
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Elegant Dining Oasis in Downtown LA
251 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA
Dine at one of downtown LA's finest restaurants, the Noé in the fabulous Omni Hotel. Progressive American cuisine with a twist!
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Traditional Brazilian Steakhouse in Beverly Hills
133 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Come feast at Fogo de Chao restaurant. Experience a Southern Brazilian Steakhouse at it's finest in Los Angeles!
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An Italian Jewel In Santa Monica
2628 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403
Chef Celestino Drago has been cooking up some of the best Italian food in Los Angeles and it all started with the opening of Drago Ristorante in Santa Monica, CA. This Italian food-lovers dream restaurant has been consistently rated as one of the top 5 LA Italian restaurantssince its doors opened back in 1991.
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Traditional Italian Charm in Beverly Hills
410 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Celestino Drago is not a new name around Los Angeles, CA when speaking in regards to Italian cuisine. Since the opening of Drago Ristorante in 1991, Celestino has become the leader of an Italian restaurant empire in Los Angeles and at his newest location Enoteca Drago, located in Beverly Hills, his recipe for classic Italian tradition flies a very high flag.
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Like a Classic Old Diner on Steroids
8590 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Located on the ever-famous Sunset Boulevard within the Sunset Millennium complex, Ketchup shines on the left hand corner of the street with its bright neon red lights. Practically impossible to miss while driving down the busy streets of Sunset Boulevard, Ketchup brings an old fashioned diner experience to the 21st century.
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The Perfect Blend of Style and Taste — with a California Twist
9876 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Located in the world famous Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, Circa 55 is a new treat for all restaurant lovers. This top-end steakhouse uses hand-selected local produce complemented by hearty prime steaks and fresh seafood, combining it all into an artful Californian dining experience.
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A Temple of Modern American Cuisine
8155 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Seeking the aroma of freshly baked French soufflés? At Chocolat in Los Angeles, CA, this is the restaurant's signature dessert and also where it takes its name from. The legendary Moustache Café has been recast as Chocolat by the father and son team of David and Kia Illulian. Head Chef Nicolas Eche combines Italian, Asian, French and Nuevo Latino influences into an enticing selection of classic dishes that range from Omelets to entrees such as the classic and delicious Osso Bucco.
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A Garlic Restaurant in Beverly Hills
55 North La Cienega Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA
1.888.803.2189
Once Beverly Hills' best-kept secret, The Stinking Rose has made a name for itself and its popularity is evident—people fill the unique dining rooms to partake of the tasty food enhanced by the fragrant bulb.
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Northern Italian Cuisine in Beverly Hills
8638 W. Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
1.310.274.1893
One of Los Angeles' best Italian restaurants, Locanda Veneta aims to please diners looking for that little taste of Italy. This classic Italian restaurant located in Beverly Hills, California combines the freshest and often deceptively simplest ingredients cooked into artform. In addition to the exciting Mediterranean menu, diners seem to take to Locanda Veneta's unpretentious Venetian atmosphere.
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A Historic Mix of American Cuisine
1037 S. Flower St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Liberty Grill in downtown Los Angeles, Ca is a new restaurant that sits in a recently-renovated historic building. Whether it be searching for the perfect roadside diner hamburger or wanting some delicious slow-braised ribs, the Liberty Grill's menu has been inspired by regional cuisines throughout America to give its customers that great American comfort food taste.
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A Quintessential Classic for Romantic Dining
8164 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
The Little Door in Los Angeles, CA represents the melting pot of culture that makes this great city what it is. Opened ten years ago by Frederic and Nicolas Meshin this once hidden gem is now a staple in the Los Angeles restaurant industry. Chef T. Nicholas Peter purchases all of his organic produce from local farmers and has created a simple but healthy menu. This LA hotspot serves a delicious rustic Mediterranean cuisine that captures all the natural essence of the region.
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1448 N. Gower, Los Angeles, CA 90028
eat. on sunset is a stylish neighborhood restaurant that was formerly the home of Pinot Hollywood. The menu consists of vibrant American cuisine dishes like wine-braised pot roast and lobster-pomegranate salad.
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Traditional Japanese flavor
6633 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028
Looking for a little traditional Japanese culture and food? Then come to Hollywood's Geisha House. Combining Japan's popular sake bars and traditional Geisha Houses of entertainment, this Los Angeles restaurant serves fresh sushi and sashimi dishes while putting their own new spin on it.
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Los Angeles Italian Dining At Its Finest
8284 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Dolce, located in Hollywood, CA, represents classic Italian cuisine, the finest wines and the best atmosphere that Los Angeles has to offer. Located on the famous Melrose Avenue, this Italian restaurant's interior was created by renowned Los Angeles designer Dodd Mitchell and has a unique Italian influence throughout.
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Traditional Southern Italian Food in LA
1708 Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Come dine at Bella Cucina Italiana restaurant. Experience Southern Italian Cuisine at it's finest in Los Angeles.
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Fine American Cuisine in an Elegant Atmosphere
8279 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90046
Come dine at O-Bar Restaurant and experience elegant American cuisine in beautiful West Hollywood.
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Historic Los Angeles Restaurant
800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Traxx restaurant in LA, CA has been bringing fine dining to Union Station since 1997. Traxx has been a major player in Los Angeles' downtown renaissance and has added extra vitality to its landscape. Whether trying the crab cakes with chipolte or one of the main dishes like the Gorgonzola-crusted beef tenderloin, the menu of Traxx features everything from a stylish lunch to a romantic dinner.
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Traditional French Restaurant
4724 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Le Marmiton Brasserie, located in Marina del Rey, offers traditional brasserie fare that showcases Chef Jean Marc's unique blend of classic and country French cooking. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Le Marmiton Brasserie's casual elegance provides the perfect backdrop for a dinner date, Saturday brunch with the girls, a business lunch or a drink after work.
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2311 Cotner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90064
At Upstairs 2, located above the renowned Westside wine merchant The Wine House in Los Angeles, come experience over 50 wines by the glass and a variety of delicious small plate dishes created by Chef de Cuisine Todd Barrie. The Wine House, LA's largest wine store, has created this unique and exciting restaurant/wine bar for all Los Angeles wine lovers who are looking for a special treat.
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9023 E. Washington Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Looking for classic dining in a traditional setting? The Dal Rae, Los Angeles County, is just the treat. Opened in 1958 in the city of Pico Rivera, the Dal Rae has kept tradition alive by maintaining its original atmosphere. The restaurant even still has a piano bar with live entertainment and a dance floor just like the 50's. Regular customers are even remembered by name and are treated like old family friends.
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Los Angeles Restaurants
LA is well known for being the embodiment of West Coast charm and all things cool. Every fashion is in fashion if one has the swagger to pull it off. The playgrounds of the hip extend from Top 10 bars and nightclubs to restaurants spots of every flavor, fit for any taste. Located near some of the city's most attractive landmarks, Los Angeles boasts a plethora of restaurants known just as much for the atmosphere they breed as the simmering delicacies borne in their kitchens. The oft-recognized birthplace of fast food American style, Los Angeles restaurants offering burgers, French fries, grilled or fried 10-minute dishes are almost as popular as their classier sit-down-in-style cousins.
The original home to many of the nation's most loved family restaurant chains, Hollywood is an ideal place to be if are operating on a somewhat limited budget and unable to afford the more high-end joints. No matter one's background, bank account or time allotted to eat, there's a Los Angeles restaurant around every corner suited to any need. The city's landscape is scattered with hundreds of coffee bars and juice shops to choose from. This is also the land where the diner is still king. Many restaurants have 24-hour breakfast menus that are simply to die for. Grab a bagel with lox and cream cheese, a full-on big breakfast replete with eggs, bacon and pancakes, the whole works, or order the meatloaf, which, according to most, is bound to be as good as anything mom used to make. |
535 South Grand Ave., Los Angeles CA 90071; Tel. 213.624.0000
California. Located in the downtown Los Angeles' Hilton Checkers hotel, a tall and slender art-deco restoration, Checker's cuisine is one of Los Angeles' finest. Vertical dishes, like Scottish fowl or the delectable "Glass Apple" for dessert, are truly works of art (and a kitchen-full of chefs under the vision of Tony Hodges). Classical guitar music serenades, the stellar wine list is hand-selected by Hodges, and the prices reflect the skill that went into every dish without being self-indulgent.
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617 S. Olive St., Los Angeles CA 90014
Italian. With 30-foot ceilings and a plush bar and lounge area, this art-deco downtown Los Angeles restaurant is modern and mature with dark wood paneling, amber lighting and art-deco chairs. Cicada's Northern Italian cuisine includes such delights as Lobster Tower with Avocado, Tarragon crab cakes, and lots of seafood pastas. Cicada offers "Five Course Tasting Menus" for $65.00 a person (it comes with the Banana Butterscotch Basket for dessert).
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930 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
American.
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800 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Roy's - Los Angeles is one of a family of restaurants featuring Hawaiian Fusion cuisine of Roy Yamaguchi. Since the first Roy's debuted in Hawaii Kai in 1988, fresh seafood has been an integral part of the Roy's experience. (Description provided by Opentable.com)
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544 South Grand, Los Angeles CA 90071
American. For anyone who's forgotten what fish actually tastes like, be it masked with crusts or heavy spices, downtown Los Angeles' Water Grill is the fine dining answer. Rated by Zagat Survey as the best seafood in Los Angeles, Water Grill keeps it simple with fresh seafood and simple preparations. The atmosphere is not a fishmonger's living room, either, but is warm and inviting with soft woods, low lights and an attentive staff.
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1150 S. Olive St., 32nd Fl., Los Angeles, CA 90015
American.
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