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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Los Angeles

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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5.0

5 (1415)

$31 to $50

American

Hermosa Beach

About the restaurant

Baran’s 2239 is committed to serve exceptional food in a casual atmosphere. The idea formed when brothers Jason and Jonathan Baran linked up with long time friend and chef Tyler Gugliotta. Hours of prep and creativity go into every single dish, using only fresh and homemade ingredients. Baran’s 2239 has over 40 craft beers and extensive wine list. Recognized on Michelin's Bib Gourmand 2018 list

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ChrisVIP

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Always amazing. We loved the new dishes. Incredible!

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4.9

4.9 (1048)

$50 and over

American

Eagle Rock

About the restaurant

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.

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Alison

Dined 5 days ago

The staff at Dunsmoor are amazing, friendly and attentive. The food was scrumptious and so flavorful

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Grilled Swordfish

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4.9

4.9 (2861)

$30 and under

American

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.

Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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Kay

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, great presentation and great service.

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4.9

4.9 (6188)

$31 to $50

American

Pico Rivera

About the restaurant

The Dal Rae is the Southern California restaurant where 1950s classics still reign. Lobster Thermidor, Pepper Steak, Chateaubriand, Prime Rib, Fresh Fish, Lamb Chops, Steak Diane and Cherries Jubilee prepared tableside are among more than 100 items on a truly retro menu, complete with some of the city's best martinis. Opened in 1958, the Dal Rae has maintained its original atmosphere, too, right down to a piano bar with live entertainment. And, most important, it has preserved a tradition otherwise found only in private clubs -- knowing its customers by name and treating them like the most important people in the whole wide world. The Dal Rae is located close to the 5 freeway and half-way between LA County, Orange County and The Valley. It is a perfect location for business meetings or entertaining friends and family.

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jose

Dined today

Overall an excellent experience from the moment we got out of our car till we got back in our car.

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Dal Rae Veal Chop

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Chilean Seabass alla Ben

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Fresh Chilean Seabass A la Ben

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4.9

4.9 (2701)

$30 and under

American

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

**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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EricVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Great food! Great service! I would highly recommend.

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STEAK TACOS (16oz)

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CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD

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FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH

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Nick's South Lake Ave

4.8

4.8 (3256)

$30 and under

American

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails, an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.

Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

Nick's Pasadena will reopen on April 12, 2021 for dinner starting at 4pm. We look forward to serving you!

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IelenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Great staff good food, always very cordial and caring.

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Warm Butter Cake

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Shrimp Taquitos

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Asparagus Fries

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Monty's Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (2674)

$50 and over

American

Woodland Hills

About the restaurant

Monty’s Steakhouse has been proudly family-owned and operated for over 80 years by three
generations of the Levine family.
Monty Levine’s start as a restauranteur came in 1940, while he was working for a wholesale beverage
distributor. When one of the customers on his route—who owned a small bar and burger joint on the
corner of Fair Oaks and California Boulevard, Pasadena—fell severely ill, Monty extended him personal
credit until he recovered. Touched by the generosity of this gesture, the customer offered Monty his
burger bar in settlement of his debts…and the original Monty’s was born.
For the rest of the story, read the back of our reto menus when you dine with us.
Dennis and Michael thank you for being a part of MONTY’S history.
The Levine Family

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Jennifer

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

Awesome dining experience! Seabass with citrus cream sauce over spinach melted in your mouth! The server was amazing! She was always one step ahead of your request!

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New Orleans Bread Pudding

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Chicken Parmigiana

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the Hook & Plow - Manhattan Beach

4.9

4.9 (125)

$30 and under

American

Manhattan Beach

About the restaurant

Nestled one block from the famed Manhattan Beach Pier, Hook & Plow is your go-to farm-to-table haven. Executive Chef Matthew Ignacio and Sous Chef Jose Norberto orchestrate a symphony of flavors, showcasing fresh seafood, succulent steaks, and more.

🍽️ **Diverse Culinary Palette:**
From seafood aficionados to steak lovers, our menu caters to all. Enjoy the freshest catches, perfectly grilled steaks, and a variety of dishes highlighting local and seasonal produce.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 **Family-Friendly Atmosphere:**
Hook & Plow is not just a culinary destination but a place for families. Our warm atmosphere welcomes all, making it an ideal spot for family dinners. Yet, if you're seeking a cozy date night, our ambiance caters to that too.

🌅 **Outdoor Dining Oasis:**
Step into our rare outdoor dining patio, surrounded by ocean breeze and California sunshine. Perfect for brunch or a starlit dinner, our patio adds an al fresco touch to your dining experience.

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Marijana

Dined on May 18, 2025

Love the food and the atmosphere. The service is great as well

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4.9

4.9 (1482)

$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 52 total 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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DravenVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Always the BBEDT AMBIENCE, excellent food and the service is impeccable, best restaurant in LA!

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Hokkaido Milk Buns

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Braised Lamb Pasta

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4.9

4.9 (4276)

$31 to $50

American

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience.
Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible.
When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!

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AmiraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The food is fantastic and the service was impeccable. Definitely coming again!

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Whole Fried Snapper for Two

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Fried Cauliflower

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