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A photo of Buca di Beppo - Universal City restaurant

1. Buca di Beppo - Universal City

4.2

Awesome(903)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Universal City

Booked 70 times today

When you're in the mood for amazing Italian food in Universal City, CA you're in the mood for Buca. Just off the Hollywood Freeway (Highway 101) Buca di Beppo is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.

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2. Musso & Frank Grill

4.8

Exceptional(11304)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hollywood

Booked 185 times today

Welcome to The Musso & Frank Grill where we provide an authentic Old Hollywood dining experience one would have received in the early decades of last century. We welcome you to Old Hollywood!

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3. The Front Yard

4.6

Exceptional(5567)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Studio City

Booked 116 times today

The Front Yard at The Garland in North Hollywood fully encapsulates guests in an authentic Southern California dining experience. Our thoughtfully crafted menu celebrates the Los Angeles food scene. Upscale décor, stunning outdoor patio, hip bar serving “modern classic” cocktails, and a lively ambiance combined with the genuine warmth of dining at a close friend’s home creates a social atmosphere.

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4. Angelini Osteria - Beverly Blvd

4.8

Exceptional(2596)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

Booked 52 times today

Celebrated and beloved destination for authentic Italian cuisine by Gino Angelini | Est 2001

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5. Firefly - Studio City

4.7

Exceptional(4158)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Studio City

Booked 86 times today

An enchanting and romantic covered outdoor patio that offers a unique dining experience, complete with outdoor fireplaces and hillside views in the heart of Studio City. We offer small and large plates featuring Modern American and Mediterranean influenced dishes by Chef Viet Pham. We offer handcrafted cocktails, delicious wines, and hand selected beers. We have two beautiful outdoor patios, a library lounge and bar area.

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6. Osteria Mozza

4.7

Exceptional(7405)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 85 times today

Presided over by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nancy Silverton, Michelin-starred Osteria Mozza celebrates traditional Italian cuisine and seasonality. From our iconic Mozzarella Bar to exquisite handmade pasta to Grilled Beef Tagliata or our signature Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes, Osteria Mozza has revolutionized Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. Our all-Italian wine list continues this sensibility by offering bottlings from the country's finest producers, with a focus on Piedmont, Friuli and Tuscany. We kindly request you alert your server of any dietary restrictions upon seating or when making your reservation. For parties of 8, we offer a preselected family-style menu and accept bookings directly through our Reservations line at (323) 297-0100. Additions welcomed, no substitutions. This menu is priced at $100 per guest, not including tax, tip or beverage upon consumption. For bookings larger than 8 guests, please email our Events Team at events@mozza-la.com for more information.

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7. Laya Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(25)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Hollywood

Booked 43 times today

Laya is the latest concept from Sunset Entertainment Group (SEG), pioneers of the Hollywood social scene, responsible for some of LA’s most noteworthy nightclubs of the past three decades, including the Sunset Room, Lure, White Lotus, Le Jardin, Green Door, La Mesa Lounge and more..Laya transports diners to an open-air market, filling the space with earthy, natural materials and handcrafted accents. Top Chef Middle East & North Africa winner, Charbel Hayek brings Middle Eastern cuisine with a California influence to the heart of Hollywood.

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8. Sushi Tomoki

5.0

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Studio City

Booked 30 times today

Chef Tomoki Hombe - Proudly serving premium sushi in LA.

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9. Craig's

4.8

Exceptional(1021)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 86 times today

Reservations accepted two weeks in advance.Serving American fare from upscale comfort food to vegan specialities in the heart of the West Hollywood Design district. Craig's offers covered and heating patio seating, indoor and bar seating. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins accepted and our bar features our full dinner menu.

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10. Petit Trois L'Original

4.7

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Hollywood

Booked 53 times today

In 2024, the original location of Petit Trois, on Highland Ave in Hollywood, celebrates 10 years as a beloved, can't miss part of LA's dining scene. Chef/Owner Ludo Lefebvre puts his spin on classic French flavors including the cult-favorite Big Mec burger, swimming in rich Bordelaise sauce, perfectly roasted Heritage chicken with compressed potatoes fried in clarified butter, a French Dip sandwich served with a version of the restaurant's onion soup for dipping, and lots more. Start with the restaurant's housemade baguette served with the creamiest French butter and pair it all with wine from the restaurant's thoughtfully curated list, which includes 16 by the glass options. With a design inspired by classic Parisian bistros, Petit Trois transports guests in its 2 dining areas as well as an outdoor patio. The dining room is also available for private events.

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Monica
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always a classic! Food and service are what make me happy! Cheers to historical LA!!
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Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
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4.8
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Daria
Gold Coast •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Too small and you sit close to each other. Not comfortable. But food was perfect
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Angelini Osteria - Beverly BlvdPrice: Expensive• Italian• Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
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4.8
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BrookeVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It is such a cute restaurant, attached to a hotel so it’s open on holidays as well as early and late. The service is very mediocre. They took about 20 minutes to come get the check. the food is just OK. The drinks are really good. The vibe is great and I would definitely go back again with friends or family.
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The Front YardPrice: Moderate• Californian• Studio City
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4.6
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Diana
Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Waiter was wonderful, even though it was really loud an a very tight space
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Buca di Beppo - Universal CityPrice: Moderate• Italian• Universal City
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4.2
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Jim
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
We were unfamiliar with Firefly but, based on a good rating from YELP! we decided to try it. There were 5 of us for dinner and the food was outstanding. We opted for the 3 course fixed price menu and each dish was excellent. The waiters were friendly and attentive. The portions were generous enough so that we left satisfied but not stuffed. We'll definitely be back.
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Firefly - Studio CityPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Studio City
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4.7

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