Best Authentic Restaurants in Westwood

216 restaurants available nearby

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1. Frida Mexican Cuisine - Westwood

4.1

Excellent(254)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Westwood

Booked 1 time today

Frida Mexican Cuisine is your ambassador to authentic, artisanal, and traditional Mexican cuisine. Welcome to the best Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles.Proud Recipient of T Award.

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2. House Of Meatballs

4.8

Exceptional(221)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westwood

Booked 5 times today

We are a fun little restaurant serving up homemade meatballs and fresh pasta and other Italian favorites, paired with our great selection of interesting and approachable wines!

3. Terra - Eataly

4.6

Exceptional(3673)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Century City

Booked 95 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Los Angeles, Terra is a rooftop restaurant featuring a wood-burning Italian grill and views of the Hollywood Hills. Named for "earth" in Italian, Terra's menu is centered around the grill, resulting in earthy dishes paired perfectly with botanical cocktails, premium Italian wines, and more.DINING EXPERIENCETo ensure the best quality service for all of our guests.

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4. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly LA

4.5

Awesome(1618)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Century City

Booked 96 times today

La Pizza & La Pasta at Eataly L.A. is a beloved Italian restaurant for its authentic Italian fare. Reviewers rave about the 'authentic Italian pasta dishes', 'great authentic Italian pizza', and 'genuine Italian food'. The staff is consistently praised for their 'superb service', and the food is described as 'delicious', 'fresh', and 'devine'. The ambiance and overall experience are also highly rated.

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5. Telefèric Barcelona - Los Angeles

4.5

Awesome(733)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Brentwood

Booked 35 times today

Get ready to experience the taste of Spain with Telefèric Barcelona. Our journey started thirty years ago in the heart of Barcelona, Spain and we are now thrilled to bring our passion and expertise to Brentwood. Our team of talented chefs and mixologists are eager to showcase the best of Spanish cuisine with our menu featuring a mouth-watering selection of tapas, paellas, and hand-crafted cocktails. With every bite, you'll be transported to the bustling markets of Barcelona. Join us for a unique and unforgettable dining experience, where we promise to delight your senses with our authentic flavors and warm hospitality. We can't wait to share our culture and gastronomy with you.

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6. Novikov Beverly Hills

4.6

Exceptional(69)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 10 times today

Novikov Restaurant Beverly Hills is a renowned restaurant known for its upscale dining experience and Italian -inspired cuisine. The restaurant combines the culinary expertise of Chef Luca with the sophisticated ambiance of Beverly Hills, offering a menu that highlights fresh and vibrant flavors from Italy. Diners can expect an array of seafood dishes, salads, grilled meats, and vegetable-based creations, all prepared with a modern twist and presented with artistic flair. The chic interior design and attentive service add to the overall experience.

7. LA Puglia

4.8

Exceptional(244)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

LA Puglia is an authentic Italian restaurant that aims to transport its guests right to the Puglia region in Southern Italy. It's not just about the food, but the whole experience. Reviewers consistently highlight the restaurant's authenticity, with comments like 'the food is authentic' and 'the ingredients are fresh and authentic'. The restaurant has even been awarded 'Restaurant of the Year' by the prestigious Gambero Rosso International.

8. Il Pastaio

4.6

Exceptional(2074)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 92 times today

Gourmet Magazine calls il Pastaio "a taste of heaven," and says "the cooks in il Pastaio's kitchen have angel's hands". Los Angeles Magazine critics choice ranked it "one of the top ten new restaurants". It's no wonder this friendly neighborhood trattoria has been a favorite meeting place, satisfying locals and visiting customers with its mouthwatering pasta since opening in 1994.

9. The Hideaway

4.5

Awesome(875)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Beverly Hills

Booked 50 times today

Hidden inside the Rodeo Collection in the heart of Beverly Hills, The Hideaway features a beautiful outdoor patio, intimate indoor private cabanas, and an exquisite bar. Join us for a culinary journey filled with the rich and vibrant flavors of Mexico, complemented by our handcrafted margaritas.

10. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2255)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 150 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

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Irene
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food and drinks. Definitely going to return
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Telefèric Barcelona - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Brentwood
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4.5
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Tom
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and ambience, our server was great, very responsive to our request. The food was quite pricey though
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Terra - EatalyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Century City
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4.6
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Allison
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
WOW WOW WOW!!! We had our daughter's 16th bday party here and it was INCREDIBLE!!!!! Our party of 8 was seated right away! The manager greeted us personally at the Century City Mall location! The market area was SUCH A FUN VIBE and great experience in itself!!! The food was super fresh, very delicious. Ordered family style and the entire party was super super pleased!!! WE CANNOT WAIT TO FIND ANOTHER REASON TO GO BACK!! I had never been there myself but WOW WAS IT FESTIVE AND PERFECT!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE EATALY Century City!!!!!
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La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly LAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Century City
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4.5
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Juanvip
Los Angeles •70 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great pasta and meatballs. Cool vibe. Good for date or to hang out before a UCLA basketball game!
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House Of MeatballsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Westwood
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4.8
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sandi
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 Sept 2024
We have been to all of the their restaurants. We thought the food was even better in Westwood, and a wonderful addition to Westwood. We brought home our leftovers and ate them at home the next day, still delicious.
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Frida Mexican Cuisine - WestwoodPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Westwood
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4.1

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216 restaurants available nearby

1. Frida Mexican Cuisine - Westwood

2. House Of Meatballs

3. Terra - Eataly

4. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly LA

5. Telefèric Barcelona - Los Angeles

6. Novikov Beverly Hills

7. LA Puglia

8. Il Pastaio

9. The Hideaway

10. Gjelina

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