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A photo of Élephante - Santa Monica restaurant
1. Élephante - Santa Monica
4.5
Awesome(1319)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 225 times today
Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.
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2. Catch LA
4.7
Exceptional(10174)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Hollywood
Booked 151 times today
Perched above the dynamic streets of the West Hollywood Design District on the corner of Melrose and San Vicente, Catch LA features modern renditions of classic dishes served in a streaming, shareable style of dining. The retractable rooftop haven marries simple yet elegant, seafood, sushi, and steak with excellent service and a lively atmosphere complete with a unique, open-air dining room and breathtaking views of Downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills. The menu features signature dishes including the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, A5 Japanese Wagyu on a hot rock, Mushroom Spaghetti, and Cantonese Lobster.
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3. LAVO Los Angeles
4.6
Exceptional(1421)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Hollywood
Booked 106 times today
LAVO Los Angeles is a 250-seat coastal Italian restaurant designed for an unparalleled, year-round alfresco dining experience. The restaurant offers an elevated indoor and outdoor dining experience while boasting a spacious sun-drenched dining room with a retractable roof, operable windows, and luxurious Italian furnishings throughout.The kitchen is helmed by Chef Ralph Scamardella, whose menu balances dishes inspired by coastal southern Italy and influenced by Southern California produce while paying homage to LAVO’s signature Italian classics and his Italian-American background.The beverage program features dramatic iterations on the classics alongside bold signature drinks. LAVO’s robust wine program complements the restaurant’s Italian inspiration and West Coast locale, featuring a vast selection of Old-World wines, as well as wines from California’s iconic regions.
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4. Craig's
4.7
Exceptional(993)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 48 times today
Reservations accepted two weeks in advance.Serving American fare from upscale comfort food to vegan specialities in the heart of the West Hollywood Design district. Craig's offers covered and heating patio seating, indoor and bar seating. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins accepted and our bar features our full dinner menu.
A photo of Cecconi's West Hollywood restaurant
5. Cecconi's West Hollywood
4.7
Exceptional(4911)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Hollywood
Booked 104 times today
Cecconi’s is a modern day classic Italian restaurant open for brunch, and dinner, seven days a week. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday. Cecconi’s serves hand-made pasta, seafood and dishes from Italy using the finest ingredients. In addition to the flagship restaurant in Mayfair, London, Cecconi’s has outposts in Los Angeles, Miami, Istanbul, Berlin, Barcelona and Brooklyn.As a courtesy to other guests, we do not accept any animals.Except for any ADA approved animal that is individually trained to do or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.
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6. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper
4.8
Exceptional(1567)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Santa Monica
Booked 33 times today
Calabra at Santa Monica Proper Hotel (One MICHELIN Key 2024) is located on the hotel's rooftop. The elevated garden terrace provides an inspiring atmosphere, with the ocean as a backdrop. Whether from the pool sundeck or circular bar, the views are best enjoyed with dinner, boutique wines, seasonal cocktails, and small-batch spirits. Serving Mediterranean & Californian cuisine with a view. Seating arrangements for all reservations at Calabra may include outdoor dining, bar area, as well as our indoor/ outdoor covered lounge space. Be sure to dress warmly.**Dinner reservations are for dining only. Drinks will be accommodated upon first come first serve at the bar area. Private Couch Alcoves are available with a rental and minimum spend**
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7. Il Pastaio
4.6
Exceptional(2072)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Beverly Hills
Booked 124 times today
Gourmet Magazine calls il Pastaio "a taste of heaven," and says "the cooks in il Pastaio's kitchen have angel's hands". Los Angeles Magazine critics choice ranked it "one of the top ten new restaurants". It's no wonder this friendly neighborhood trattoria has been a favorite meeting place, satisfying locals and visiting customers with its mouthwatering pasta since opening in 1994.
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8. The Tower Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1965)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 59 times today
The Terrace at the famous Sunset Tower Hotel debuted a new look in May of 2018, featuring a refreshed outdoor dining experience with updated furnishings and an elegant new bar. The Tower Bar Restaurant has split views of the city from either side of the lobby. It offers a swank lounge, bar and an al fresco dining experience. Custom made banquettes line the windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Art deco design influences include walnut with gold inlay trim in a subtle, muted color scheme. The delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. A dress code is enforced, please call for information.We are now open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is offered six nights a week, Monday-Saturday. We are unable to guarantee a seating preference of indoors or outdoors. We recommend a sweater or light coat during the evenings.Shorts, baseball caps, sweats, sandals, tank tops, phone calls, computers and photos are not permitted.
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9. The Ivy
4.7
Exceptional(8228)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Beverly Hills
Booked 92 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!
A photo of The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills restaurant
10. The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills
4.5
Awesome(1570)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Beverly Hills
Booked 25 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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  • Rikivip
    Los Angeles •60 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Even though Craig's has a reputation for being a celebrity hot spot, it is so much more than that. The food is fabulous, and I've never had a meal there that I didn't love. And I'm a foodie. The waitstaff is super friendly and accommodating. Aside from the entrees, great drinks and great desserts. Highly recommend if you can get a reservation.
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    Craig'sPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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    4.7
  • Zartirvip
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Was a great brunch . Got there early before the easy flow of the crowd showed up . Had amazing Truffle sashimi (of corse) Caesar salad ( save the sauce from the truffle sashimi and put it on the Caesar salad . Fire!! Shakshuka Truffle fries Cinnamon roll pancakes Toasted Almond iced coffee Just perfect Was the 3 of us & we all shared ! So good 10/10
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    Catch LAPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Hollywood
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    4.7
  • Maycol
    Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 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
  • la georgeavip
    Los Angeles •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    the most wonderful experience ever! celebrating my rebirthday at one of my favorites in la, i was so lovingly surprised with a very special treatment, thank you so much, cecconi's, i love you so much!!!!
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    Cecconi's West HollywoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Hollywood
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 12, 2024
    Wonderful staff. Delicious food. I asked for recommendations and the waiter was knowledgeable of the menu.
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    LAVO Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Hollywood
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    4.6

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