Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Bel-Air

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Amour

4.5

Awesome(74)

Price: Moderate

• French • Hollywood

Booked 6 times today

Amour Weho - A charming fusion of LA and Paris, this French brasserie is where love and passion come to life through cuisine. Born from a serendipitous discovery, it has evolved into a delightful culinary adventure. More than just a restaurant, Amour celebrates life's joys, with each detail crafted as a token of love. Our diverse à la carte menu offers an exquisite array of dishes, and our Lounge & Bar provides a perfect spot to unwind. Join us for happy hours every day, where you can enjoy signature drinks and light bites in a relaxed atmosphere.

2. Asuka

4.9

Exceptional(220)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Westwood

We adhere to the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese cuisine. Chef Kenkichi Yamamoto handpicks the freshest ingredients of the season, using them to inspire the creation of all his dishes. Our kaiseki prix fixe menu has traditional Japanese flavors mixed with french elements featuring shun (seasonal) ingredients. The 9 courses range from the chef's interpretation of sashimi to unique steamed, boiled and grilled dishes. We have seasonal fish and fish offerings traditionally found in Japanese cuisine as well as other dishes to order a la carte. The menu is set for you to experience a dinning experience like no other. Feast with your eyes and stomach! Enjoy!

3. Osteria Mozza

4.7

Exceptional(7389)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 45 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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4. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

4.8

Exceptional(1576)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 38 times today

Calabra at Santa Monica Proper Hotel (One MICHELIN Key 2024) is located on the hotel's rooftop. The elevated garden terrace provides an inspiring atmosphere, with the ocean as a backdrop. Whether from the pool sundeck or circular bar, the views are best enjoyed with dinner, boutique wines, seasonal cocktails, and small-batch spirits. Serving Mediterranean & Californian cuisine with a view. Seating arrangements for all reservations at Calabra may include outdoor dining, bar area, as well as our indoor/ outdoor covered lounge space. Be sure to dress warmly.**Dinner reservations are for dining only. Drinks will be accommodated upon first come first serve at the bar area. Private Couch Alcoves are available with a rental and minimum spend**

5. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(2000)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.

6. Vespertine

4.8

Exceptional(157)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Culver City

Booked 12 times today

We are excited to share the return of Vespertine, Chef Jordan Kahn's otherworldy culinary narrative. More than a restaurant, Vespertine transports diners through the twisted steel and glass structure designed by acclaimed architect Eric Owen Moss. Food, beverage, music, and art are woven throughout, creating an immersive, multi-sensory evening. Awards Include2 Stars - Michelin Guide, 2019 - 2024Green Star - Michelin Guide, 2024 Most Beautiful Restaurants - Condé Nast World's 100 Greatest Places - Time MagazineAtmosphere of the Year - World Restaurant Awards

7. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2302)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 161 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.

8. Meteora

4.7

Exceptional(1096)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Hollywood

Booked 23 times today

Meteora's gastronomy is a 1-star Michelin contemporary and creative showcase of exceptional California ingredients. Chef Jordan Kahn (Vespertine, Destroyer) and the team work exclusively with aligned farmers, foragers, fishermen, and ranchers to bring guests the ultimate dining experience. Fire cooking, innovation, and seasonality blend for an elegant tasting menu or indulgent small plates in the bar. The holistic approach extends to every facet of the restaurant including beverage, hospitality, and design.Groups of 6-12 are welcome to book one of our private dining areas for a food and beverage minimum. See individual experiences for applicable pricing for our selenite Chef's Table and Private Dining Room. Service fees and taxes not included.

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9. Here's Looking At You

4.7

Exceptional(924)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Koreatown

Booked 13 times today

We are an eclectic Los Angeles restaurant, located in Koreatown, heralded for its creativity and genre-defying cuisine. Their first restaurant together, owners Lien Ta and Chef Jonathan Whitener opened Here's Looking At You in 2016. Named a "Restaurant of the Year" by Food & Wine Magazine and one of Eater National's "38 Most Essential Restaurants," HLAY was also the subject of author Patric Kuh's "Becoming a Restaurateur." After four magical years as a small independent restaurant, COVID-19 would force its forever closure. But 17 months later, fate would have it that the community would come together to help resurrect this very special restaurant. Thanks to you, Here's Looking At You is back.

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10. Planta Cocina - Marina del Rey

4.8

Exceptional(112)

Price: Moderate

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Marina del Rey

Booked 5 times today

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Angel
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Third time here at Amour, and as always; food was outstanding and service was immaculate. Benjamin P, Killian, and Sandra took care of us really well and provided great hospitality. I had the pain perdu and Benedict with smoked salmon and the escargo was to die for. Can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu.
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AmourPrice: Moderate• French• Hollywood
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4.5
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BarbaraVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Stunning setting. Knowledgeable and attentive staff. Excellent food. Will definitely go back to try other dishes.
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Calabra at Santa Monica ProperPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Megan
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Really awesome experience. We did the bread and Caesar salad as apps which were amazing. Our server did a really nice job pairing wines for us. Brown butter ravioli was decadent and excellent. Loved the butternut squash tortellini, sweet winter pasta. Pro Tip: save some bread to dip in the pasta sauce. Did the Bunet for desert, I didn't love it but my partner did. It was a little too overwhelmingly almondy for me. I would try something different next time. But overall, one of the best meals I've ever had. Every bite was a delight and I will definitely be coming back. Service was excellent. Great choice for a date night.
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Osteria MozzaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
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4.7
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Mark
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 Dec 2024
One of the best meals of my life - absolutely wonderful experience!
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MelissePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Nana
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
I felt like I had taken a trip to Japan. The food, the service, the care taken, made me realize the difference between going for sushi at my local joint and having a dining experience at Asuka.
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AsukaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Westwood
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4.9

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Amour

2. Asuka

3. Osteria Mozza

4. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

5. Melisse

6. Vespertine

7. Gjelina

8. Meteora

9. Here's Looking At You

10. Planta Cocina - Marina del Rey

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