When it comes to rooftop dining, there are several standout spots in Los Angeles. Surrounded by the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains, miles of coastlines, and urban expanses, the best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles offer up incomparable vistas. Dine at a French-inspired bistro overlooking Downtown LA’s twinkling skyline or a Malibu icon with uninterrupted beach views.
From the highest open-air restaurant in California with an extensive global menu to a sophisticated rooftop overlooking Sunset Boulevard, the top restaurants with a view in Los Angeles are sure to impress.
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The 10 best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles.
For an American-inspired meal at the tallest sky deck bar in the Western Hemisphere — visit Spire73 (Downtown)
Boasting panoramic vistas of the entire city from the 73rd floor, Spire73 is one of the best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles. Pop a bottle of champagne at a private table or sip a cocktail while listening to the beats of a live DJ during the sunset sessions. Minimalist decor with moody lighting and firepits set the stage for globally inspired dishes ranging from mains like blackened New York steak to Bangkok crispy shrimp and other shareable plates.
For a French-inspired bistro overlooking Downtown LA — book a table at Perch LA (Downtown)
At Perch LA, enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the LA skyline from the plant-covered rooftop bar or the indoor dining room’s plush velvet sofas. Wicker furniture, palm fronds, and bistro chairs give the restaurant a California-meets-European bistro vibe, also reflected in the French-American menu. Ideal for brunch, sunsets, and late nights, menu highlights include steak frites with truffle cheese fries and baked brie.
For city views at a lively Mexican restaurant’s patio — visit LA Cha Cha Chá (Arts District)
From the moment you enter LA Cha Cha Chá, the lively atmosphere makes you want to linger on the palm-filled rooftop patio and order a round (or two) of margaritas. The DTLA views are an epic setting for digging into crowd-pleasing Mexican dishes like tacos, guacamole, and tostadas, plus upscale dishes like flavor-packed bone marrow esquites. The stylish indoor-outdoor space also features mid-century modern furniture and lush plants.
For made-for-sharing Peruvian plates on The Hoxton’s towering rooftop — try Cabra (Downtown)
Take in sweeping views of the Los Angeles skyline while dining on Peruvian classics like causas, ceviche, and grilled meat skewers dipped in aji panca or saltado sauce at Cabra, led by mega-award-winning chef Stephanie Izard. Decorated in cool blue tones with natural wood accents, the dining area’s breezy aesthetic complements the selection of piscos and fruit-forward cocktails. Share the bass ceviche or goat empanadas with huacatay mayo while enjoying city lights and skyline vistas.
For coastal Italian classics at one of the best ocean view restaurants in Los Angeles — grab a table at Élephante (Santa Monica)
Located in Santa Monica, Élephante is a Southern Mediterranean-inspired escape. Unfinished stone and wood accents give the ocean-view terrace a natural feel, while cacti add a touch of green. Dine on pizzas, pasta, and artisanal mains, or pair small plates like the whipped eggplant and freshly baked puccia bread with shaken, stirred, or draft cocktails. Pro tip: reserve a table for sunset for impressive views.
For Californian cuisine with views of LA’s skyline — try Cara Cara (Downtown)
Perched on the rooftop of the Downtown LA Proper Hotel, Cara Cara showcases California’s freshest seasonal ingredients against a backdrop of towering skyscrapers and city lights. Crafted by chef Suzanne Goin, the contemporary American menu is focused on made-for-sharing dishes like fried Brussels sprouts and golden-brown focaccia. Lounge around the fire pits while enjoying an organic wine, or watch the sunset with a craft cocktail in hand.
For global cuisine at a swanky rooftop overlooking Sunset Boulevard — find a table at Merois (West Hollywood)
Located on the rooftop of the Pendry West Hollywood’s, legendary chef Wolfgang Puck’s Merois is a globally-inspired fine-dining destination. Choose from dishes like Peking duck, binchotan charcoal-grilled pork skewers, or the Wagyu filet mignon while seated in the ultra-luxe indoor dining room decked with floor-to-ceiling windows, tiled floors, and silk draperies illuminated by chandeliers. Come for sunset cocktails at one of the best view restaurants in Los Angeles.
For an acclaimed chef’s Spanish cuisine at a 10th-floor stunner — reserve a table at San Laurel (Downtown)
Led by acclaimed chef José Andrés and located directly across the street from the Gehry-designed Walt Disney Concert Hall, San Laurel delivers Spanish recipes with a California twist along with spectacular views of DTLA. Highlights include seafood-centric sharing plates like seared Hokkaido scallops or land offerings like acorn-fed jamón Ibérico. Enjoy cool-climate wines or premium cocktails against a backdrop of blonde wood and endless city vistas.
For spectacular Manhattan Beach sunsets at a coastal Californian showstopper — try The Strand House (Manhattan Beach)
With 180-degree views of Manhattan Beach Pier and a prime oceanfront location, The Strand House delivers California coastal dining at its best. Ideal for special occasions or dinner dates, the restaurant and lounge bar offer sunset vistas and farm-fresh, seafood-forward California dishes like pan-seared Aegean branzino and seared scallops. Toast with a glass from the global wine list or sample the fan-favorite glazed donuts for dessert.
For spectacular oceanfront dining at a celebrity-approved cocktail bar — secure a table at Nobu Malibu
No list of the best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles would be complete without Nobu Malibu. Located on the shores of Carbon Beach, the Malibu outpost of renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s restaurant is a destination for refined Japanese dishes, including the signature miso black cod. Savor pristine nigiri and sashimi made with the highest quality seafood, maki, Wagyu, and more while lounging on the oceanfront deck or watching the chefs at the sushi bar.
From a sophisticated coastal California restaurant in Manhattan Beach to a French garden oasis towering above the DTLA skyline, the best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles offer sweeping vistas and top-notch food. From Santa Monica to West Hollywood and Downtown LA, the best restaurants with a view in Los Angeles can be found all over the city.
