Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Lennox

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Beach CitiesDowntownHollywoodSouth LAWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

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Bel-AirBeverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsBrentwoodCentury CityCulver City

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140 restaurants available nearby

1. The Strand House

4.7

Exceptional(3206)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 79 times today

The Strand House is a sophisticated yet comfortable family-owned restaurant conceived by a small group of South Bay families out of their love for great food, wine and friends. With floor to ceiling glass windows and 180° sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, world travelers and locals alike may come for the view, but stay for Chef Chris Park’s Coastal California Cuisine.Our menu highlights the bounty of produce available year round in Southern California. Each week, our chefs roam the farmers market sourcing directly from the best farmers and purveyors around. The Strand House is also home to a thoughtful and carefully crafted cocktail and wine program that is sure to please each of our guests.We are located in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach, just steps from the famous Manhattan Beach Pier. The Strand House offers a five-star experience with the warmth and hospitality you would expect from a beach town, where each guest is treated like family.

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2. North Italia - El Segundo

4.7

Exceptional(3250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • El Segundo

Booked 108 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

3. Caffe Pinguini

4.9

Exceptional(1639)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Playa del Rey

Booked 26 times today

We are open for curbside pickup, takeout and delivery and offering a 10% discount on all orders! Lunch will be open from 12pm-2:30pm & Dinner from 5:30pm-9:30pm.Italian owners, Tony Cotrufo and Enrico Fiorentini, both hail from Rome and have been serving fresh authentic Italian cuisine at their Playa Del Rey location since 1997. They offer homemade pastas, an excellent wine list, outdoor seating and daily specials. Caffe Pinguini was awarded with the "Marchio Ospitalita" Italiana - Seal of Authenticity". The seal distinguishes those restaurants with the highest quality of Italian hospitality.

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4. SALT Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(2260)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 23 times today

Experience SALT Restaurant and Bar at the waterfront Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, join us for Brunch, High Tea, Happy Hour or Dinner and choose from the best locally sourced California-seasonal dishes, and craft cocktails on the westside.

5. Tin Roof Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(5634)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach

Booked 27 times today

ADDITIONAL AVAILABILITY ON OUR WEBSITE : TinRoofBistro.com After soaking in the TRB’s Santa Barbara mission architecture, you’ll enter and be greeted by a triple arched Brunswick mahogany bar. Large bowls of colorful citrus for making cocktails sit atop a twenty-foot long bar perfect for grabbing a glass of wine or a bite to eat. As you explore further towards the display kitchen, you enter our lounge, also referred to as the wine library. Knotted wood shelves display our wines, divided up by wine region. Windows surround the North side of the dining room, allowing our guests to gaze out onto the fountain in our courtyard. I describe the décor as thoughtful and collective, creating little vignettes for dining areas. We offer two separate outdoor dining experiences: our courtyard with full service and our front porch great for appetizers, drinks and lounging.

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6. Flora Rooftop Bar & Lounge

4.4

Awesome(151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • El Segundo

Booked 7 times today

At Flora you will take in spectacular views of the surrounding city, while sipping one of our unique signature cocktails. Enjoy a cozy romantic night out, with a fantastic bottle of wine, next to one of South Bays longest fire pits. With a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients, Flora Rooftop combines a modern and chic atmosphere with a diverse menu that caters to various culinary preferences. Indulge in a colorful fresh cuisine, with many of the robust flavors grown in the very garden you are dining in. We have options for everyone; Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-Alcoholic Mocktails, and more! Connect with friends, celebrate your birthday, or host the best corporate happy hour imaginable!Located where the 405 & 105 freeways meet. Very short Uber/Lyft ride from LAX, Sofi Stadium, the Forum, and all the beach cities. AC Hotel offers airport and local event parking at very competitive rates. Private events & banquets

7. Cast & Plow

4.6

Exceptional(998)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Marina del Rey

Booked 16 times today

Join us and enjoy an elevated dining experience with a waterfront view of the marina at The Cast and Plow Restaurant located inside The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey. We offer a Contemporary California cuisine for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with an Ala Carte Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Our last seating for dinner is 9:30pm daily. This locals-favorite features fire-pit tables for dining and a full bar that is open until 11:30pm. Our fire-pit tables cannot be reserved are not guaranteed and based on availability. We will do our best to honor those who would like to enjoy outdoor dining.For large parties of 15 or more planning a special event or need private space for small business breakfast, lunch or dinner, please contact our Host Team at 310-574-4333 or email sam.davenport@ritzcarlton.com.

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8. SOL Mexican Cocina - Playa Vista

4.6

Exceptional(1013)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Playa Vista

Booked 83 times today

Located in the heart of LA at Runway Playa Vista Shopping Center, Sol Playa Vista offers fresh, coastal Mexican cuisine, featuring a variety of taco selections like our Vampiro Taco and handcrafted margaritas like our favorite Pineapple Serrano Margarita. With an indoor-outdoor open bar, fire pits, and spacious event spaces, it’s the perfect spot for any occasion. Don’t miss Weekday Happy Hour, Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and Weekend Brunch!

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9. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1742)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 32 times today

Overlooking Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar is the destination for waterfront dining in Marina del Rey. Enjoy Californian cuisine with a Latin twist in a lively setting featuring a full bar, indoor dining room, and an oceanfront patio just steps from the sand for a truly unique al fresco experience. Open for brunch, dinner, and happy hour—plus, our dog-friendly patio welcomes your four-legged friends!

10. Ayara Thai

4.9

Exceptional(100)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • LAX / Westchester

Booked 4 times today

Ayara Thai offers home-cooked food with an emphasis on local produce. Appetizers at Ayara Thai include Muay Thai Wings, Veggie Rolls, Shrimp Butterfly, and more. Several soups are available including the restaurant's specialty, chicken or shrimp Tom Yum, which is a hot and sour soup with lemongrass, Thai chili, fresh lime and mushrooms.For mains, try any of the rice, noodle or curry dishes or choose one of the house specials like Baked River Prawns, Chinese Broccoli Pork belly or Whole Fried Branzino. Desserts at Ayara Thai include Mango Sticky Rice, Thai Tea Flan, and seasonal offerings, such as our Chocolate Cherry Tart, and more.

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Jennifer
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious Italian cuisine. Friendly & great service. This time due to rain the patio was closed off so louder inside than usual. A gem of a restaurant!
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Caffe PinguiniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Playa del Rey
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4.9
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Tom
Los Angeles •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food and service are fantastic. Unfortunately, about 20 minutes into our meal, a couple got seated next to us with a dog. Twice the dog came over and sniffed our plates (begged for food?) and once later he locked my elbow. Very bad situation, but the manager said CA law does not allow them to refuse customers bringing their pets.
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North Italia - El SegundoPrice: Moderate• Italian• El Segundo
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4.7
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KristinaVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service! I celebrated my birthday here and they made the experience so wonderful! The crab cakes were delicious! The grilled Branzino paired with the risotto created a perfect dish!
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The Strand HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.7
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Lorena
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great 96th birthday celebration with our dad and family.
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SALT Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• Marina del Rey
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4.4
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Vogt
Los Angeles •494 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 21, 2025
The fried chicken is very good. The creamed spinach is also delicious.
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Tin Roof BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
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4.8