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1. Musso & Frank Grill

4.8

Exceptional(11310)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hollywood

Booked 199 times today

Musso & Frank Grill is a hot spot because it offers an authentic Old Hollywood dining experience with superb food, outstanding service, and great ambiance. Reviews rave about the vintage, high-class environment, the professional staff, and the huge portions of perfectly prepared food. It's a must-visit place for visitors and locals alike, especially for special occasions. It's a place where the food, drinks, and service all get high ratings from customers.

2. The Front Yard

4.6

Exceptional(5569)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Studio City

Booked 106 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.

3. The Tower Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2004)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 71 times today

The Terrace at the famous Sunset Tower Hotel debuted a new look in May of 2018, featuring a refreshed outdoor dining experience with updated furnishings and an elegant new bar. The Tower Bar Restaurant has split views of the city from either side of the lobby. It offers a swank lounge, bar and an al fresco dining experience. Custom made banquettes line the windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Art deco design influences include walnut with gold inlay trim in a subtle, muted color scheme. The delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. A dress code is enforced, please call for information.We are now open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is offered six nights a week, Monday-Saturday. We are unable to guarantee a seating preference of indoors or outdoors. We recommend a sweater or light coat during the evenings.Shorts, baseball caps, sweats, sandals, tank tops, phone calls, computers and photos are not permitted.

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4. TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles

4.6

Exceptional(4177)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Hollywood

Booked 133 times today

TAO Los Angeles is a dynamic two-level space, complete with two private dining rooms, outdoor patio, lounge with large bar. and main dining room anchored by our 16 foot Quan Yin statue.

5. Catch LA

4.6

Exceptional(10226)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Hollywood

Booked 170 times today

Perched above the dynamic streets of the West Hollywood Design District on the corner of Melrose and San Vicente, Catch LA features modern renditions of classic dishes served in a streaming, shareable style of dining. The retractable rooftop haven marries simple yet elegant, seafood, sushi, and steak with excellent service and a lively atmosphere complete with a unique, open-air dining room and breathtaking views of Downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills. The menu features signature dishes including the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, A5 Japanese Wagyu on a hot rock, Mushroom Spaghetti, and Cantonese Lobster.

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6. Firefly - Studio City

4.7

Exceptional(4158)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Studio City

Booked 142 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.

7. Gwen

4.6

Exceptional(1496)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hollywood

Booked 32 times today

Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant is the second restaurant from fine dining chef Curtis Stone (of Maude) and the first he’s opened with his brother Luke Stone. Gwen is both a European-style, chef-driven butcher shop and a restaurant that is redefining dining in LA, with a menu that calls on fire-based cooking techniques. Whether you’re picking up house-made charcuterie, prime and rare breed meats from the retail store, enjoying a feast in the dining room or relaxing with a bite and cocktail at the bar, Gwen delivers the highest standards of quality, taste and service.On Wednesdays-Sundays, we offer Chef's Carte Blanche 5-course tasting menu for $140 per person (limited quantities available). The whole party must enjoy the tasting menu and wine pairings are available for $90 per person. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the restaurant at 323-946-7500.

8. Nobu Los Angeles

4.4

Awesome(3560)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Hollywood

Booked 72 times today

Nobu Los Angeles is a renowned, upscale Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant located in the heart of West Hollywood. As part of the globally celebrated Nobu restaurant chain, it blends traditional Japanese flavors with bold, innovative Peruvian influences, a signature style crafted by world-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa. The ambiance is sleek and modern, with warm wood tones and a minimalist aesthetic that exudes sophistication and elegance. Known for its impeccable service and celebrity clientele, Nobu Los Angeles offers an extensive menu featuring fresh sushi, sashimi, and signature dishes like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Jalapeño. Its chic bar serves a curated selection of cocktails, sake, and wines, making it a favorite for high-end dining and special occasions. With its combination of exceptional cuisine, stylish setting, and an A-list atmosphere, Nobu Los Angeles is a premier destination for both food lovers and trendsetters alike.

9. Craig's

4.8

Exceptional(1022)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 105 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.

10. La Boheme

4.7

Exceptional(4684)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Hollywood

Booked 65 times today

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, La Boheme is arguably one of the most romantic spots in L.A., surrounded by stunning views of crystal chandeliers and a glowing fireplace indoors, then travel outdoors for an enchanting atmosphere with colorful, velvet couches, antique oil paintings and magical string lights...a definite al fresco paradise. Expect a warm welcome, impeccable service, unparalleled cuisine, and chic crowd at this prime destination. Prepare to stimulate all of your senses at La Boheme. Mon-Thurs: 5pm-10pm (Food Served Till 10pm)Fri: 5pm-midnight (Food Served Till 11pm) Sat: 11am-midnight (Food Served Till 11pm) Sun: 11am-10pm (Food Served Till 10pm) Brunch (Sat & Sun) - 11am-3:45pmThe menu is unique, multifaceted, consisting of New American Cuisine with French Influence.

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Kori
Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We have always enjoyed coming to the Front Yard. The menu is unique, in both food and drink, the service is always wonderful, and the food delicious. Our only comment for this meal was that the charcuterie board was pretty sparse for $24. Didn't feel like the value equaled the price, while the other shareables and entrees were closer matched quantity/quality to cost.
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The Front YardPrice: Moderate• Californian• Studio City
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4.6
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Yarden
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Easily one of the best dinners we’ve had For starters we had the shishito peppers (addictive), the chicken satay (it was so good I ordered another one for “dessert”), the pork dumplings and the wagyu yakitori For mains we took the spicy yellowtail sushi and the miso black cod And for dessert (after the extra chicken satay) we took the chocolate cake which was sensational Everything was unbelievably good Our waitress was super nice but I felt like she had too many tables, so it was hard to find her when we wanted something. We saw her maybe 3 times during the whole dinner The atmosphere in the restaurant was great, good music and amazing vibe. And it’s easily one of the best looking restaurants I’ve been to 1000% coming back
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TAO Asian Bistro - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Asian• Hollywood
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4.6
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JillVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Such a great experience! We’ve heard about the chicken pot pie for awhile and finally got to try. It was amazing. Our server Ryan was awesome and made the experience extra special. Five stars all around!
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Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
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4.8
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TommyVIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely dinner! Everything was perfect! Felt like I was transported to the 1920’s.
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The Tower BarPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.7
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MikeVIP
Jackson Hole / Wyoming •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience service exceptional! Food wonderful Perfect in every way
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Catch LAPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Hollywood
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4.6

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79 restaurants available nearby

1. Musso & Frank Grill

2. The Front Yard

3. The Tower Bar

4. TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles

5. Catch LA

6. Firefly - Studio City

7. Gwen

8. Nobu Los Angeles

9. Craig's

10. La Boheme

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