Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Baldwin Hills

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

HollywoodWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

Neighborhoods

HollywoodMarina del ReyMid-WilshirePacific PalisadesSanta MonicaVenice

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Fia Steak

4.7

Exceptional(372)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 3 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

A photo of Spruzzo - Pacific Palisades restaurant

2. Spruzzo - Pacific Palisades

4.9

Exceptional(114)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Palisades

Booked 2 times today

Spruzzo is a new, family-friendly, Italian-American dining experience in the Palisades. Our menu features pizza, pasta, salad, chicken, steak, and fresh seafood entrées - all prepared with the love that comes from a family owned small business. Meant to be a neighborhood spot, a typical night at Spruzzo usually involves seeing friends on the way to your table. Just up the street from Sunset Beach at the corner of Sunset Blvd. and Palisades Dr., there is ample parking, a full bar, and comfortable booths both inside the restaurant and on our outdoor patio.

3. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2200)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 21 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.

4. Craig's

4.8

Exceptional(1044)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 78 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.

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5. Petit Trois L'Original

4.7

Exceptional(154)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Hollywood

Booked 40 times today

In 2024, the original location of Petit Trois, on Highland Ave in Hollywood, celebrates 10 years as a beloved, can't miss part of LA's dining scene. Chef/Owner Ludo Lefebvre puts his spin on classic French flavors including the cult-favorite Big Mec burger, swimming in rich Bordelaise sauce, perfectly roasted Heritage chicken with compressed potatoes fried in clarified butter, a French Dip sandwich served with a version of the restaurant's onion soup for dipping, and lots more. Start with the restaurant's housemade baguette served with the creamiest French butter and pair it all with wine from the restaurant's thoughtfully curated list, which includes 16 by the glass options. With a design inspired by classic Parisian bistros, Petit Trois transports guests in its 2 dining areas as well as an outdoor patio. The dining room is also available for private events.

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6. Uchi West Hollywood

4.7

Exceptional(158)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • West Hollywood

Booked 14 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchi, "house" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award‑winning Chef Tyson Cole. Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

7. Paloma Venice

4.5

Awesome(387)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 12 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

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8. Descanso - Los Angeles

4.0

Excellent(40)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Mid-Wilshire

Booked 28 times today

We have two types of Dining Experiences: PLANCHA DINING (Where our Chefs cook at your table) and STANDARD DINING.For PLANCHA DINING RESERVATIONS, please go to 'Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining' on Open Table, our website or call us at 213.672.2444Descanso is a modern taqueria in that we celebrate authentic Mexican flavors and recipes executed in a lively setting that brings in the flavors, smells, sounds and energy of a busy Mexican town.Types of Dining:PLANCHAAt a Plancha Table, you will receive an intimate experience with our Planchero Chefs. This is a multi-course menu where your meal is cooked in front of you at your table! Please go to our DESCANSO - LOS ANGELES - PLANCHA DINING Open Table page to make a reservation.STANDARD DININGMake a reservation here for our indoor dining room or patio.TACO BARThe Taco Bar (Counter) is an a la carte version of the Plancha Experience where one of our chefs cooks in front of you at a counter top.BARBar Top Seating

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9. Barbianca Local Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(95)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina del Rey

Mix a spoonful of northern Italian fare with a dash of California sensibilities and you get Barbianca Local Kitchen – an eatery located inside Hotel MdR. Live the So Cal lifestyle firsthand with our open floor plan that features indoor and outdoor dining resulting in an ever-changing restaurant experience. Of course, the real reason to visit Barbianca is the food, which is quite simply, “delizioso!”Barbianca also has live music on select nights and a painting class led by a local artist. Please inquire for details

10. Socalo

4.7

Exceptional(868)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 6 times today

SOCALO is a beachy, California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within the Gateway Hotel, SOCALO offers seasonal and organic SoCal Mexican fare with cocktails, Mexican wines and craft beers. SOCALO has been named Eater's Superb Santa Monica Restaurants and Hottest Happy Hours, LA Times' 101 Best Restaurants, Best Tacos and Best Mexican Restaurants in LA by Time Out and Thrillist.Open for indoor and outdoor dining, and counter service dining prior to 4pm (no reservations necessary nor taken). Takeout and delivery with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.For groups of 7 or more, please call 310.451.1655 to discuss accommodations, or visit socalo.com. We offer semi-private spaces, private banquet rooms, long communal tables, and two spacious outdoor patios.Mary Sue & Susan are the founders of Mundo Hospitality Group, including Border Grill, Pacha Mamas, BBQ Mexicana, SOCALO & Alice B.

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TracyVIP
New York City •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
food was fantastic and service was wonderful. Only changes I would’ve made was to turn up the music a little bit to create more atmosphere and increase the size of the steak frites, even if you have to raise the price a bit.
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Petit Trois L'OriginalPrice: Expensive• French• Hollywood
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4.7
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Germyna
Los Angeles •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Hostess was very nice, food good. My steak was okay, the eggs good. Hamburger good.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Rory
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Love the enclosed patio, service was excellent. Craig’s knows how to combine fine dining with a twist of comfort food with their classic Italian options, but they have options for all occasions, vegetarian, seafood, steaks, you name it. Always a pleasure.
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Craig'sPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.8
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RuthVIP
Los Angeles •119 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
Quiet neighborhood gem. Tasty menu, large portions and excellent service. Our waiter, Rudy, was terrific! He let us sit and talk and kept the coffee coming long after we finished eating.
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Spruzzo - Pacific PalisadesPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Palisades
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4.9
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Myrrh
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Excellent steak house, great attention to detail from the staff and niece ambience. The music was a little loud but overall everything was a perfect setting for the occasion
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.7

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