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Gjelina
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(2,436)Venice - 2
Perch LA
Price: Expensive•French American•4.6(11,978)Downtown - 3
Bacari Silverlake
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(4,220)Silver Lake - 4
Casaléna
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(2,027)Woodland Hills - 5
Élephante Santa Monica
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(1,655)Santa Monica
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Back on the Beach
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(197)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. We only seat complete parties.
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.A Food Affair Restaurant
Price: Expensive•French•4.9(1,585)Come Celebrate Father's Day Sunday June 15th from 4:30 To 9 :00 PM . Thank you for supporting our small, family-owned business.
We offer private dining across our charming spaces: front patio, cozy interior, and back garden patio. Perfect for gatherings of 10–80 guests. Call or email us to inquire!
A Food Affair was founded in 2012 by Babette & Christian Royère—a French couple based in Los Angeles, married over 30 years and still going strong. With Christian’s 40+ years of culinary experience and Babette’s warm hospitality, they’ve created a Provence-inspired dining experience that feels like home. As our mural says, “Come as a stranger, leave as family.”
SHU - Sushi House Unico - Bel Air
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(666)Nestled in the canyons of Bel Air, SHU is a dining experience like no other - a fusion of Japanese, Italian and Latin flavors and influences. The menu features traditional dishes as well as signature offerings, inspired by Giacomino Drago’s love of blending Japanese, Italian and Latin cuisines. SHU’s environment is well-suited to singles, couples and families. The bar seats up to ten people and there is a special booth that seats six people. Private dinning room is available to accommodate up to 12 guests. Signature dishes included halibut carpaccio with sun-dried tomato, Kobe Beef sashimi and albacore sashimi with shaved truffles.Il Segreto
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(967)Nestled in the hills of Bel-Air, Il Segreto is the newest addition to the group of restaurants owned by Chef and restaurateur Giacomino Drago.
Casa Sanchez
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(947)At Los Angeles’ Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant patrons will enjoy delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine, amazing cocktails as well as a live mariachi band. At this LA Mexican restaurant you can sit back on Tuesdayy- Sunday and listen to the live music or enjoy dinner and drinks under the stars on the outdoor patio.
Whether you are looking for a romantic evening, out with a group, or just grabbing a quick bite you will enjoy the very diverse Mexican menu. The friendly and knowledgeable wait staff at Casa Sanchez Mexican Restaurant will assist you with anything you may need.Melisse
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,001)Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.
Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.
Restaurant at the Getty Center
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.7(4,710)
Thank you for choosing The Restaurant at the Getty!
Reservations are not required to dine with us, but they are recommended, especially on high traffic days.
We do NOT offer same day reservations.
We have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Due to high command, Requests for window seating are not guaranteed. If there are more than 4 guests in your party, please contact The Restaurant directly for reservations. Duplicate reservations are subject to cancellation.
Admission to the Getty Center now requires a free timed-entry reservation for each person in your party over the age of two. Reserve your entry time using the special access link below.
https://bit.ly/3yLiUj5Somerville
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(314)Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.
Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.
Sushi Enya - Sawtelle
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(24)Sushi Enya is a Japanese sushi restaurant that first opened in the heart of Little Tokyo in Downtown, LA. Our owner Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over 10 years in Japan to perfect his craft. It is our goal to ensure that quality remains consistent and every experience is enjoyable for all guests.Upper West
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(2,701)**Contact us today to schedule your next event! We can accommodate parties of 10 to 150 guests**
Upper West's ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors unique to them. The bar offers Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday from 4:30-7:00pm serving refreshing craft cocktails, handcrafted beer. The dinner menu is always evolving and includes ingredients sourced locally from the Santa Monica Farmers Market as well as local farmers such as Weiser Farms and Niman Ranch. Upper West is the perfect place to book large events for 20 or more guests and is an excellent private party venue for hosting corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday festivities, rehearsal dinners, and more.
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- MMineLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoBeautiful Place will come Again .. & Again & Again 😄More infoÉlephante Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica•4.6
- LLandonVIPLos Angeles •6 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoEach plate was unique and delicious. The vibe was great - service was outstanding.More infoGjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice•4.7
- AamandaVIPLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoOverall great experience. Service . Food. And beautifulMore infoFiaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica•4.6
- LLourieVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoJose was a great host! Loved the brunch vibes!! Planning to come for dinner!!More infoBaltairePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Brentwood•4.7
- CCindyVIPSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 1, 2025Food was delicious . Lemon Ricotta pancakes were the BESTMore infoLunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica•4.8
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Discover Westside
Westside Los Angeles is home to the glitz and glamor of Hollywood. Whether you're a longtime resident or a starry-eyed tourist, you won't have to travel far to find great food. Here, it ranges from 5-star restaurants to cheap dining truck tacos. For lunchtime fare, head to one of the area's Italian and French sidewalk cafes, which serve things like crepes and paninis. Upscale options abound, with choices like New American wine bars, sushi bars, and steakhouses with oceanfront views. International flavor is easy to find as well. The Westside area has authentic Mexican restaurants, Filipino eateries, and ramen joints. For dessert, make sure to try a real Mexican churro, a pastry from a chic patisserie, or some frozen yogurt.
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Restaurants with gluten-free options in Westside are Benihana - Santa Monica, CA, All Roads and PLANTA - Brentwood
Bottomless brunch in Westside is available at Élephante Santa Monica, Terratory and Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge
The most romantic restaurant in Westside is Élephante Santa Monica
Restaurants in Westside with a great view include Élephante Santa Monica, The Penthouse Restaurant and Meat On Ocean