Best Restaurants for Creative Cuisine in Westwood

11 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Calabra at Santa Monica Proper restaurant

1. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

4.8

Exceptional(1586)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 8 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**

2. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(2006)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 6 times today

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.

3. Vespertine

4.8

Exceptional(170)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Culver City

Booked 11 times today

We are excited to share the return of Vespertine, Chef Jordan Kahn's otherworldy culinary narrative. More than a restaurant, Vespertine transports diners through the twisted steel and glass structure designed by acclaimed architect Eric Owen Moss. Food, beverage, music, and art are woven throughout, creating an immersive, multi-sensory evening. Awards Include2 Stars - Michelin Guide, 2019 - 2024Green Star - Michelin Guide, 2024 Most Beautiful Restaurants - Condé Nast World's 100 Greatest Places - Time MagazineAtmosphere of the Year - World Restaurant Awards

4. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2332)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 106 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.

5. Amour

4.2

Awesome(80)

Price: Moderate

• French • Hollywood

Booked 7 times today

Amour Weho - A charming fusion of LA and Paris, this French brasserie is where love and passion come to life through cuisine. Born from a serendipitous discovery, it has evolved into a delightful culinary adventure. More than just a restaurant, Amour celebrates life's joys, with each detail crafted as a token of love. Our diverse à la carte menu offers an exquisite array of dishes, and our Lounge & Bar provides a perfect spot to unwind. Join us for happy hours every day, where you can enjoy signature drinks and light bites in a relaxed atmosphere.

6. Asuka

4.7

Exceptional(224)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Westwood

Booked 4 times today

We adhere to the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese cuisine. Chef Kenkichi Yamamoto handpicks the freshest ingredients of the season, using them to inspire the creation of all his dishes. Our kaiseki prix fixe menu has traditional Japanese flavors mixed with french elements featuring shun (seasonal) ingredients. The 9 courses range from the chef's interpretation of sashimi to unique steamed, boiled and grilled dishes. We have seasonal fish and fish offerings traditionally found in Japanese cuisine as well as other dishes to order a la carte. The menu is set for you to experience a dinning experience like no other. Feast with your eyes and stomach! Enjoy!

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7. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Beverly Hills

4.8

Exceptional(343)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Beverly Hills

Booked 4 times today

Laid-back luxe. Enjoy upscale contemporary cuisine in our newly remodeled Mariposa®. Experience the magnificence of LED lumen technology in art panels from the Neiman Marcus permanent collection while sipping a cocktail or glass of wine. Delight in a favorite menu selection or try an exciting, seasonal creation from our daily specials menu. Whichever you choose, you'll experience delectable food with exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus. Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

8. Osteria Mozza

4.7

Exceptional(7410)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 60 times today

Presided over by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nancy Silverton, Michelin-starred Osteria Mozza celebrates traditional Italian cuisine and seasonality. From our iconic Mozzarella Bar to exquisite handmade pasta to Grilled Beef Tagliata or our signature Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes, Osteria Mozza has revolutionized Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. Our all-Italian wine list continues this sensibility by offering bottlings from the country's finest producers, with a focus on Piedmont, Friuli and Tuscany. We kindly request you alert your server of any dietary restrictions upon seating or when making your reservation. For parties of 8, we offer a preselected family-style menu and accept bookings directly through our Reservations line at (323) 297-0100. Additions welcomed, no substitutions. This menu is priced at $100 per guest, not including tax, tip or beverage upon consumption. For bookings larger than 8 guests, please email our Events Team at events@mozza-la.com for more information.

9. Meteora

4.7

Exceptional(1119)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Hollywood

Booked 15 times today

Meteora's gastronomy is a 1-star Michelin contemporary and creative showcase of exceptional California ingredients. Chef Jordan Kahn (Vespertine, Destroyer) and the team work exclusively with aligned farmers, foragers, fishermen, and ranchers to bring guests the ultimate dining experience. Fire cooking, innovation, and seasonality blend for an elegant tasting menu or indulgent small plates in the bar. The holistic approach extends to every facet of the restaurant including beverage, hospitality, and design.Groups of 6-12 are welcome to book one of our private dining areas for a food and beverage minimum. See individual experiences for applicable pricing for our selenite Chef's Table and Private Dining Room. Service fees and taxes not included.

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10. Here's Looking At You

4.7

Exceptional(928)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Koreatown

Booked 85 times today

We are an eclectic Los Angeles restaurant, located in Koreatown, heralded for its creativity and genre-defying cuisine. Their first restaurant together, owners Lien Ta and Chef Jonathan Whitener opened Here's Looking At You in 2016. Named a "Restaurant of the Year" by Food & Wine Magazine and one of Eater National's "38 Most Essential Restaurants," HLAY was also the subject of author Patric Kuh's "Becoming a Restaurateur." After four magical years as a small independent restaurant, COVID-19 would force its forever closure. But 17 months later, fate would have it that the community would come together to help resurrect this very special restaurant. Thanks to you, Here's Looking At You is back.

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Candace
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A creative and unique experience. Choice ingredients; unexpected, delightful, explosive flavor combinations. Overall, a happy and memorable dining experience!
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VespertinePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Culver City
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4.8
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NatVIP
Greater Boston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Calabro is our favorite brunch anywhere in the Los Angeles area, and today was another perfect experience. Omar and Jose took great care of us at the table. The service was fast, professional, and friendly. Food was hot and well- seasoned and beautifully arranged on the plate. Every time I go, I leave feeling relaxed and well-fed. What a great way to spend the morning! Thank you!
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Calabra at Santa Monica ProperPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Joris
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
I recently dined at Mélisse, and it was an incredible experience! The waitresses, Mia and Scarlet, were outstanding—so knowledgeable and attentive. The food was simply fantastic, especially the duck; it was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend Mélisse to anyone looking for a special dining experience! (Much love for the Cesar salad ❤️)
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MelissePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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DavidVIP
Los Angeles •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
New Years Day and we wanted some place that we knew would be fantastic, so where else but Gjelina? It was busy but the hosts and servers were unfailingly polite. We ordered 6 things from the menu. My wife's vegan so she had the vegetable sandwich (she had to fight me for it, it was so good). Brussel sprouts, grilled fennel, and the frites were all great. My son and I split the anchovy and burrata toast - a first for me - and it's my new favorite. Finished with the excellent pomodoro pizza - no cheese and none needed, because the jammy tomato confit is the star of the dish. I love this place. It never lets me down. Happy 2025!
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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KevinVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Wonderful, classic French bistro experience with little twists across the menu. The steak tartare was AMAZING. So much more we need to try. Can't wait to come back
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AmourPrice: Moderate• French• Hollywood
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4.2

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

2. Melisse

3. Vespertine

4. Gjelina

5. Amour

6. Asuka

7. Mariposa at Neiman Marcus - Beverly Hills

8. Osteria Mozza

9. Meteora

10. Here's Looking At You

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