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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Silver Lake

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A photo of Bacari Silverlake restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4224)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Silver Lake
Booked 190 times today
Bacari Silverlake is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 5th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our indoor lounge & bar, or in one of many tree-house-like outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Silverlake.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Silverlake is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!
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4.8
Exceptional(5110)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 106 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
A photo of Dunsmoor restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1043)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Eagle Rock
Booked 79 times today
Brian Dunsmoor’s namesake restaurant, Dunsmoor, is the latest iteration of his ongoing exploration of American heritage cooking. It is, first and foremost, a restaurant for the community that surrounds it, and a loving expression of the relentless research that has informed his cooking for the last ten years.We offer the full menu at tables in our dining room and at the chef's counter, as well as at our outdoor tables. Reservations are recommended but we make every effort to accommodate walk-ins when possible. Dunsmoor's wine bar, accessible either through the restaurant or via its own door on Ave 35, does not accept reservations and serves a limited menu of our raw and larder items.
A photo of Bestia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8455)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 143 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
A photo of Antico Nuovo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(970)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 53 times today
Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.
A photo of Openaire restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2374)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Koreatown
Booked 26 times today
Native Angeleno, surfer and two-Michelin star chef Josiah Citrin brings a culinary vision built around California’s bounty from land and sea to Openaire. The menu and ingredients reflect the seasons and the interplay of cultural influences that define LA, serving in a lush greenhouse and tented garden oasis on the 2nd floor terrace at the LINE hotel, in the heart of K-Town.For inquiries of 10+ guests, please email us at: Openaire@TheLineHotel.com.
A photo of Majordōmo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(56)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 28 times today
Majordōmo, from Dave Chang and Momofuku, serves California cuisine inspired by the different food cultures present in Los Angeles and the bounty of Southern California products. In a sleek, industrial setting with a sun-soaked patio and full bar, Majordōmo offers various ways to dine for groups of all sizes. Executive Chef Tim Mangun highlights California’s bounty through knockout large format dishes like whole plate short rib and smoked bo ssäm to a constantly changing roster of bings & dips.
A photo of Providence restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(4417)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Hollywood
Booked 23 times today
For over a decade, Providence has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants. We invite you to experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of LA’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto.Corkage is $100 per bottle for the first two 750 ml bottles, $150 for the third, with a three bottle maximum per table.
A photo of Redbird - Los Angeles restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3157)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser has crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Jaime Azrate's wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.
A photo of Manuela restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(259)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 25 times today
Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.

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Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Silver Lake

Discover a culinary adventure in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, and Hollywood with our curated selection of restaurants that are truly "worth the drive." These dining havens stand out not only for their exceptional cuisine but also for their unique ambiance and commitment to quality service. Each restaurant in this lineup offers a remarkable dining experience that caters to diverse palates, featuring everything from innovative American dishes to exotic international flavors. Silver Lake itself is renowned for its eclectic dining scene, reflecting the vibrant and artistic spirit of the locality. This area, coupled with the iconic Hollywood, provides a backdrop of scenic views and a bustling urban energy, enhancing the dining experience. Whether you're a local foodie or a traveler eager to explore, these restaurants promise an unforgettable gastronomic journey. They are celebrated for their creative menus, where each dish is prepared with the freshest ingredients and a touch of culinary artistry. Make your next meal memorable by reserving a table at one of these outstanding eateries, each promising a dining experience that is definitely worth the drive.

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