Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Los Angeles

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Irie Restaurant & Lounge

5.0

5 (93)

$31 to $50

Californian

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, Irie Lounge and Restaurant offers guests the full sensory experience combining cannabis and California comfort food with a southern twist. Irie brings all of the farm/farmer's market to table freshness, but with the tanginess and smoked dishes that southern food is celebrated for. Whether consuming cannabis or not, our black-eyed pea hummus, dandelion Caesar salads, and dry-aged New York strip with charred treviso are dishes guests are celebrating us for.

Top review

Matthew

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

Beautiful atmosphere, good food, and good smoke! Great spot for a date. The fact that they were projecting some campy softcore corn on the wall made the ambience that much more unique and set a fun tone for the evening!

Back on the Beach

4.8

4.8 (162)

$30 and under

American

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Back on the Beach Café is situated along a wide, sandy white beach that offers jaw-dropping views of the ocean waves, the pier, the mountain range and of course, Catalina Island. There is both indoor and outdoor seating which allows you to enjoy the sea-salt air and sandy toes while you dine.

The café takes reservations for 2-12 guest. Reservations are available one month in advance. To accommodate our reservations in a timely and orderly manner, the café has carefully designed time frames in which to dine. The café designates 25% of the restaurant for reservations, 75% is available for walkup service.

For reservations of 12 or more guest, please contact the restaurant directly. We don't take multiple group reservations. Please note that large group reservations requires a customizable menu.

In consideration of all guest, we kindly remind you that tables are reserved for 1.5 hours.
We take a maximum of two credit cards payment per table.

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Danavip

Dined 2 days ago

Always a delightful way to enjoy the beach. Service and food never disappoints.

Via Veneto

4.9

4.9 (1060)

$50 and over

Italian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

An authentic, Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of Santa Monica, VIA VENETO fuses organic, locally grown & sourced ingredients with the delicious, traditional flavors of Italy.

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Adrian

Dined 6 days ago

The place is amazing! Great food! Omar did a great job!

Verse

4.9

4.9 (1308)

$50 and over

American

Toluca Lake

About the restaurant

Romanticizing the term Angeleno Cuisine- With Chef Oscar at the culinary helm, we bring together the best flavors from around the world to create that eclectic premium experience. Through constant discovery, Chef has crafted true harmony through fresh hand-picked ingredients that serve as stand-alone pieces of our identity.

Unparalleled sound- Under the guidance of grammy-winning mixer Manny Marroquin, Verse Los Angeles enlisted the best in the industry to provide a dining experience like none other. Through 11 subwoofers and 47 speakers, guests are treated to a fully immersive environment that blends perfect acoustics, enabling private conversation while enjoying live performances.

Libations- Catering to only the most discerning customers Verse's goal is to lead you down a path of discovery and inspiration through carefully balanced yet whimsical cocktails, a refined and thoughtful wine selection, and beers you’ve grown to trust.

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Jonathan

Dined 5 days ago

If you’re looking for something different taste wise but still familiar, this is the place. Great venue and service as well. Would recommend this to anyone going to LA.

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4.4

4.4 (5)

$31 to $50

American

Agoura Hills / Westlake Village

About the restaurant

Louie's offers online reservations for parties of 6 or less for dinner service from 5 pm to 9 pm.

For larger groups, cabana reservations, or VIP Bottle Service, please visit our website at www.clublouies.com reservations.

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Alex

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

Worth the money and the time - unfortunately the wait for the valet to take the car, and the 10 fold wait time to retrieve our car ruined the wonderful anniversary (27years) dinner.

Prosecco Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1909)

$31 to $50

Italian

Toluca Lake

About the restaurant

We have a NO SHOW FEE implemented, at $50.00per head for such.

We only take online reservations up to FOUR people.

Please CALL 818-505-0930 for reservations with FIVE or larger groups.

Added requests are a request only, NOT GUARANTEED!

Unfortunately we DO NOT OFFER HIGH-CHAIRS or BOOSTER-SEATS, as we are an intimate establishment.

Follow our journey on Instagram: @prosecco_trattoria.

Open seven nights a week from 5:00-9:00pm.

Please visit our website, www.proseccotrattoria.com for your Carryout needs.

Your support is heartfelt,
The Entire Prosecco Trattoria Familia

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Tina

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Great food wonderful service! We will go again. The bolognese short rib was absolutely outstanding.

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Popular dish

Short-Rib Risotto

Popular dish

Grilled Salmon Piccata

Cavatina at Sunset Marquis

4.8

4.8 (1347)

$31 to $50

Californian

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Beauty in simplicity awaits at the cozy sanctuary of Cavatina at Sunset Marquis, an amazing Californian cuisine with Italian twist restaurant in West Hollywood, CA right off Sunset Strip. Embodying the casual, relaxed vibe of Sunset Marquis, Cavatina offers guests and diners alike indulgent snacks, small plates and entrees that will take them on a true culinary journey. Favorites like oysters on half shell, yellowtail, charred octopus, prime steak, and more will make a dining experience unlike any you've had. Cavatina isn't just for guests of Sunset Marquis, we're open to any and all diners looking for a cozy, Californian style “bistro” with good company and great food. Join us at Cavatina at Sunset Marquis for breakfast, lunch or dinner daily. Our simple yet bold dishes feature seasonal ingredients, creative presentations, and a special little something for everyone. We also host and cater special events at the hotel and you can try our unique, engaging items. Stop by Cavatina today.

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Melissavip

Dined 7 days ago

Such a terrific evening of great service, natural ambiance and amazing food. Had the whole fish of the day (Branzino) and it was absolutely one of the best fish dishes I've had. Cooked perfectly. We will definitely be back (loved the table by the waterfall).

Sidecar

4.8

4.8 (98)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

Valencia / Santa Clarita

About the restaurant

Step back in time and immerse yourself in an era of elegance, charm, and secrecy. At Sidecar Market, we pride ourselves on impeccable service, unmatched hospitality, and a journey through the finest libations and culinary delights.

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Natalie

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Always a cool vibe. Desiree and Kaylee are the best for drunk creations and attentive service. Chef Otto always impresses with his unique flavor combinations. The figgy flat bread is my new fave. Loved the music but, my only issue is it was a little too loud for the space. Felt like I was yelling over it as was everyone else so really not conducive to conversation, especially if on a date. Just lower it a decibel

Meteora

4.6

4.6 (1018)

$31 to $50

Californian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

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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Deke

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food & service. All the attention to detail and experience that’s expected from this restaurant group. Beautiful building, exceptionally decorated.

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Experience

Weekday Tasting Menu | Outdoor Dining

Experience

Weekend Tasting Menu | Outdoor Dining

Experience

Bar

Maude

4.9

4.9 (65)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Beverly Hills

About the restaurant

After an amazing 10 years of tasting menus in Beverly Hills, the team at Maude regrets that we will be closing permanently on September 28. It has been our honor to share dinner with each of you.

Affectionately named after his late paternal grandmother, the restaurant pays homage to Maude, Curtis’ first culinary mentor whose sensibilities are resonant throughout the restaurant experience.

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Meaghan

Dined 3 days ago

WOW, the food was amazing, every course was delicious. The atmosphere and service was unbelievable, I would highly recommend this restaurant 😊

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