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1. The Hideaway
4.6
Exceptional(989)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Beverly Hills
Booked 33 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.
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2. Cara Cara at Downtown LA Proper
4.6
Exceptional(1553)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 69 times today
From the golden daylight to the twinkling evening, all are welcome to experience the fresh bounty of Cara Cara. Chef Suzanne Goin's seasonal menu showcases California's best produce with her festive and irresistible rooftop fare. The expansive outdoor space features an elevated dining area with endless skyline views surrounded by a lushly landscaped lower lounge. Slip into one of the many cozy seating arrangements or sit by the fire pit and enjoy an innovative cocktail, wine, or beer paired by award-winning sommelier Caroline Styne. Every dish is crafted with a seed oil-free approach, bringing even greater care and vitality to the rooftop dining experience.
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3. The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills
4.7
Exceptional(1619)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Beverly Hills
Booked 2 times today
Vibrant and unforgettable, there's no better place to sit, sip and unwind in Beverly Hills than our bar. You'll find an exceptional wine list and a cocktail menu filled with classic and new creations. It's the perfect destination for all in search of relaxed late-night indulgence.
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4. Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - Los Angeles
4.7
Exceptional(339)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • South Los Angeles
Booked 10 times today
Not your typical Thai! We are a Thai New Generation restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers. We are consistently voted the "Best Thai Restaurant" in San Francisco by Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019. The Best Thai Restaurant. San Francisco, Los Angeles, Oakland, Menlo Park, and Portland.
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5. La Lo La Rooftop
4.1
Excellent(306)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Located on the 34th floor of the recently debuted AC Hotel Downtown LA, La Lo La Rooftop, is an ethereal, sophisticated oasis high above the heart of DTLA. Spanning almost 4,000 sq.ft, the expansive wraparound rooftop, designed by award-winning design studio Yabu Pushelberg, provides an intimate setting for visitors and locals. Guests are invited to enjoy specialty cocktails, Spanish-style tapas, and a rotating program of live music and DJs — all with commanding 270 degree views of the city. Please call 213-789-7650 ext 8650 with any questions.
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6. Cabra - LA
4.8
Exceptional(1312)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
Cabra Los Angeles is a Peruvian-inspired restaurant by Chef Stephanie Izard and Boka Restaurant Group, located on the top floor of The Hoxton, Downtown LA. Open for Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on the weekends, the lively dining experience is anchored by shareable plates bold in flavor and bright in taste, with sweeping views of Los Angeles.
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7. Descanso - Los Angeles
4.5
Awesome(63)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Mid-Wilshire
Booked 7 times today
We have two types of Dining Experiences: PLANCHA DINING (Where our Chefs cook at your table) and STANDARD DINING.For PLANCHA DINING RESERVATIONS, please go to 'Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining' on Open Table, our website or call us at 213.672.2444Descanso is a modern taqueria in that we celebrate authentic Mexican flavors and recipes executed in a lively setting that brings in the flavors, smells, sounds and energy of a busy Mexican town.Types of Dining:PLANCHAAt a Plancha Table, you will receive an intimate experience with our Planchero Chefs. This is a multi-course menu where your meal is cooked in front of you at your table! Please go to our DESCANSO - LOS ANGELES - PLANCHA DINING Open Table page to make a reservation.STANDARD DININGMake a reservation here for our indoor dining room or patio.TACO BARThe Taco Bar (Counter) is an a la carte version of the Plancha Experience where one of our chefs cooks in front of you at a counter top.BARBar Top Seating
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8. Butterfly - Culver City
4.6
Exceptional(27)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Culver City
Booked 12 times today
Take flight at Butterfly, a rooftop destination from the award-winning José Andrés Group. Inspired by a small, adventurous monarch who spread its wings to land on the colorful rooftop at The Shay hotel, Butterfly is a lively trip around Mexico with tacos, ceviches, and more, plus cocktails featuring additive-free, pollinator-friendly agave spirits.
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9. Takami Sushi & Robata Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3561)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 43 times today
The Takami Sushi & Robata restaurant is the only eatery in DTLA that offers rooftop dining 21 floors above the city. We provide a 360-degree city view of Los Angeles and are located within 1 mile of the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Bradbury Building, and The Museum of Contemporary Art. Enjoy Takami's exquisite sushi-grade seafood and succulent steak. You can also experience an elevated dining atmosphere with a rooftop bar, crafted cocktails, and three distinct kitchens - Sushi, Robata, and Asian Fusion.
A photo of Rooftop at Wayfarer Hotel DTLA restaurant
10. Rooftop at Wayfarer Hotel DTLA
4.6
Exceptional(1843)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 31 times today
The mood, the views, the late summer afternoon that slips mysteriously into a long LA evening under the stars. Any wonder it’s one of the best rooftop bars in downtown Los Angeles. Join us for killer eats and drinks for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. While it is beautiful and incredibly romantic, our outdoor dining space is not weather proof. In the event of rain or severe weather your reservation may be canceled. If poor weather is forecasted within 24 of your reservation and you have not heard from us, we advise contacting the restaurant directly.**For large parties between 9 and 20, please contact our team at dining@wayfarerdtla.com. ** No shows will be charged $25 per person for "No Show Fee"

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