Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Los Angeles

OpenTable

Updated 05 November 2024

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

SHOKUNIN

5.0

5 (179)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Rancho Cucamonga

About the restaurant

Here at Shokunin we serve traditional omakase styled courses.
Omakase is a Japanese phrase that means "I'll leave it up to you”. The chef chooses the fresh fish selection daily and garnishes it into a 11 or 13 course meal. Our mission is to deliver a fine dining experience in a casual environment all at an affordable price.

As a disclaimer, we do not sell any rolls that are baked, fried, or contain eel sauce or spicy mayo. We also do not sell any kitchen items, such as teriyaki bowls.

Top review

Valerievip

Dined on 27 Oct 2024

Their food is amazing!! Enjoy their omakase course always!

SunCafe

5.0

5 (389)

$31 to $50

Vegetarian / Vegan

Studio City

About the restaurant

At SunCafe, let our unique take on rustic world cuisine tantalize your taste buds while delivering optimum health and nutrition. Our 100% plant-based dairy-free menu seeks to accommodate all palates, from fun to sophisticated, from health-minded to indulgent.

Talk about fresh, we make most everything from scratch including our own cheeses, chorizo, mayo and butter–always vegan. 2x named 1 of the 10 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles, we’re down the block from famous Hollywood in Studio City.

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Alevip

Dined on 5 Nov 2024

Food is great. Setting is wonderful. Service is very good. Prices are in line with what one expects for this type of food although $6 for a tea bag felt like a rip off. I do have one complaint. A patron at the table next to us was listening to something on his phone without earbuds and at full volume. He came in after we'd already been seated, so he could have easily chosen a location away from diners as the restaurant was only 20% occupied. I would appreciate if the restaurant would kindly request that patrons wear earbuds or sit away from other diners.

Mazal

4.9

4.9 (483)

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Echo Park

About the restaurant

A handcrafted and carefully selected collection of shareable small plates and appetizers, Mazal provides a new perspective on Israeli cuisine. Our open kitchen setting and transparent atmosphere allow you to briefly step into our home. Supported by a robust and exciting natural/organic wine menu and independent craft beer selection, the plant-based menu provides an array of fresh ingredients that will transport you to a night out on the Mediterranean.

Top review

ally

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

Amazing food and service! A real LA gem that is perfect for groups and people who want to try some inventive but comforting spins on some classic Israeli dishes. Highly recommend any of the dips with some zhoug!

The Woods West Hollywood

4.8

4.8 (16)

$50 and over

Lounge

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Pristine cannabis-friendly cabanas/event space available for rent at the WOODS in the heart of West Hollywood. A neighboring bar, Holy Water, sits just next door.

Top review

Andrewvip

Dined on 13 Oct 2024

This was a great spot, the atmosphere is amazing and tranquil. I cannot wait to return with more friends. The treehouse cabana was super chill!

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Living Room - Weekday

Marino Ristorante

5.0

5 (1524)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Marino Ristorante is deeply rooted in Hollywood since the late 1950’s when Ciro (Mario to friends) Marino landed in Hollywood and has ever since had generations of who’s who in the movie, record, art, political and business LA community at his tables. Today it is still family owned and given its warm welcome flavor by the second generation of Marinos, Mario in the dining room and brother Sal in the kitchen.

The decor is modern and comfortable with memorabilia from a 60 year career which all come together to create its appeal. Described by many marrying the quintessential NY Italian in Los Angeles for its history coupled with today’s seasonal menu, highlighting the best locally sourced ingredients and top notch freshest seafood available.

Top review

Danielvip

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food, service and ambiance..our favorite Italian restaurant

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Popular dish

Pasta

The Studio Cannabis Lounge at The Artist Tree

4.8

4.8 (326)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Finally, your kind of joint. The Studio Lounge by The Artist Tree is LA's top licensed cannabis consumption lounge and event venue. We offer a relaxing, upscale environment for cannabis consumption with over 700 items available to purchase consume onsite - from flower and prerolls, to edibles, concentrates and vapes. We also offer a rotating menu of handcrafted cannabis-infused cocktails. Lounge in our indoor seating area or chill on the patio.

Hungry? We've got you covered. We are partnered with a couple local restaurants in the area. There will be QR codes on your table for convenient ordering.

That's not all! Experience cannabis reimagined with our comedy nights, drag shows, sound, art classes and more. Find out more about at The Studio Lounge on our website.

Must be 21 years of age or older for entry.

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Megan

Dined on 17 Nov 2024

Absolutely love this place. Staff is always amazing! The pizza is delicious and they offer gluten free!

401K Food and Wine

4.9

4.9 (387)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Venice

About the restaurant

Welcome to 401K Food and Wine, an all gluten free eatery and wine bar by the creators of Sinners & Saints Desserts!

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David

Dined on 10 Nov 2024

Cute little restaurant with a great partially covered patio in back. Amazing gluten free food, wide selection of wines from bargain to opulent, great service and fun music.

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Experience

Blind Tasting Wine Bingo

Experience

Wine Time at 401K Wine Bar

Eigikutei

4.8

4.8 (85)

$50 and over

Japanese

Little Tokyo

About the restaurant

Eigikutei is a Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Shabu Shabu Kaiseki restaurant in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. We have a bar and offer high-end Japanese sake.
Eigikutei serves Japanese Kaiseki cuisine courses. Each Kaiseki course expresses the traditional Japanese culture and simple but deep tastes that Japan has grown from time immemorial. We hope all of our guests can enjoy our Kaiseki cuisine with Japanese cultural experiences.
**If you wish to select multiple courses, simply choose 'Standard' to reserve seats. We will take your orders at your table. Please do not select menu experiences.

Top review

Raquel

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely outstanding experience. The food was delightful, delectable, and excellent. The staff was respectful, service was spectacular. Definitely recommend.

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Experience

Sushi Kaiseki Tasting Menu

Experience

Plant Based Vegan Kaiseki Experience

Experience

USDA Prime Beef Shabu-Shabu Kaiseki

Baran’s 2239

4.9

4.9 (1383)

$31 to $50

American

Hermosa Beach

About the restaurant

Baran’s 2239 is committed to serve exceptional food in a casual atmosphere. The idea formed when brothers Jason and Jonathan Baran linked up with long time friend and chef Tyler Gugliotta. Hours of prep and creativity go into every single dish, using only fresh and homemade ingredients. Baran’s 2239 has over 40 craft beers and extensive wine list. Recognized on Michelin's Bib Gourmand 2018 list

Top review

Leslievip

Dined 1 day ago

Always a pleasure to dine here. The service and food are impeccable.

Irie Restaurant & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (103)

$31 to $50

Californian

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, Irie Lounge and Restaurant offers guests the full sensory experience combining cannabis and California comfort food with a southern twist. Irie brings all of the farm/farmer's market to table freshness, but with the tanginess and smoked dishes that southern food is celebrated for. Whether consuming cannabis or not, our black-eyed pea hummus, dandelion Caesar salads, and dry-aged New York strip with charred treviso are dishes guests are celebrating us for.

Top review

Jack

Dined on 15 Nov 2024

I had a great time at Irie Restaurant & Lounge, West Hollywood’s gem of a cannabis café! The service was attentive, and the food was delicious, with plenty of plant-based options to choose from. That said, it would be even better with a bit more effort in offering a plant-based protein—just a little tweak to make the menu even more inclusive. The cannabis offerings were absolutely superb—great quality and variety. The dual-server system (one for food and drink, and another for cannabis) makes regulatory sense, but it can feel a bit confusing for first-time visitors trying to navigate all their options. Streamlining that process could elevate the overall experience from great to phenomenal. That said, Irie’s vibe, service, and offerings have already won me over. I plan to make regular visits! Highly recommend this wonderful spot for a unique and enjoyable dining and cannabis experience.

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