Best Lunch Restaurants in West Los Angeles

306 restaurants available nearby

1. Hermanito

4.8

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Los Angeles

Booked 42 times today

Inspired by memory, shaped by place. (Bar) Hermanito is a bar-forward, open-air neighborhood Mexican restaurant in the heart of Sawtelle. Simple, fresh food built around housemade Sonoran style tortillas. New and classic Mexican cocktails with subtle nods to the neighborhood; Japanese heritage.

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2. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Los Angeles/Sawtelle

4.8

Exceptional(254)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Los Angeles

Booked 16 times today

Traditional Japanese style BBQ Dining from Tokyo Japan.Manpuku, which means “to be happy with a full stomach” in Japanese, opened its doors to hungry customers in Tokyo more than 60 years ago.Reservation policy*We will hold your reservation for 15 min. Your reservation will be automatically canceled if you do not arrive in the time allotted.

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3. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(4285)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 24 times today

Discover one of the best places to eat in Santa Monica! The Penthouse offers guests a dramatic 18th-floor rooftop dining experience, complete with panoramic ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves. Sip signature craft cocktails or indulge in contemporary Mediterranean inspired California cuisine. The Penthouse provides a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience and is among the best places to eat in Santa Monica.

4. The Ivy

4.7

Exceptional(8226)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Beverly Hills

Booked 96 times today

To our Ivy family,We are open for indoor and outdoor dining and hope to see you soon.Please note any requests for outside seating cannot be guaranteed.All the best!

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5. Élephante - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1316)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 258 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

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6. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(5969)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 85 times today

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.

7. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2156)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 37 times today

Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.

8. Gjelina

4.6

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 196 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

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9. Il Fornaio - Beverly Hills

4.5

Awesome(2187)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 18 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take a culinary journey through Italy. Early mornings bring rustic, crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals. Bottles of wine from small, regional wineries are uncorked to complement the dishes, which have been crafted in the custom of Italy’s chefs, bakers and homemakers. Il Fornaio means the Baker in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

10. Baltaire

4.7

Exceptional(2842)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brentwood

Booked 125 times today

Baltaire is a modern restaurant with a classic touch, offering high-quality steaks, exceptional seafood, and healthy, light fare options in Brentwood. Our spacious dining room opens to a beautiful outdoor terrace, and we have an inviting lounge where you can enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine and listen to live music. Come and experience a re-imagined steakhouse at Baltaire.

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Maycol
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Like always top notch. We with my cousin and her best friend from visiting from Canada and I asked for a table by the balcony and they were able to accommodate us perfectly. We had a great time and enjoyed the fantastic view. You can’t go wrong with Élephante. Outstanding!
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Élephante - Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Jaime
Los Angeles •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food, the service, decor and the views of the city are some of the best in LA
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The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Linda
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything we ordered was excellent. Had the crab cakes, calamari, hamburger, and the pear Marguerita. Crab cakes (3) were small but super delicious; calamari was perfection, especially when dipped in the aioli that came with it. And, the burger was absolutely the best, with a huge delicious and juicy hunk of a meat “pattie”. The food came fast and was hot and fresh. Oh, and the bread, served warm and gratis, was delightfully awesome. Overall an excellent experience.
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The IvyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Beverly Hills
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4.7
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Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
10/10. Both the food and drinks were great! The pork bao buns was my favorite dish by far. Ambiance was perfect for a date night!
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HermanitoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Los Angeles
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4.8
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Ianvip
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wonderful love everything about this restaurant …z
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Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Los Angeles/SawtellePrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• West Los Angeles
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4.8

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306 restaurants available nearby

1. Hermanito

2. Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Los Angeles/Sawtelle

3. The Penthouse Restaurant

4. The Ivy

5. Élephante - Santa Monica

6. Water Grill - Santa Monica

7. Lunetta

8. Gjelina

9. Il Fornaio - Beverly Hills

10. Baltaire

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