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1. Élephante - Santa Monica
4.5
Awesome(1316)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 259 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(10171)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Hollywood
Booked 167 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 92 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. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper
4.8
Exceptional(1565)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Santa Monica
Booked 67 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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5. Craig's
4.7
Exceptional(991)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 64 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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6. Cecconi's West Hollywood
4.7
Exceptional(4910)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Hollywood
Booked 156 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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7. Il Pastaio
4.7
Exceptional(2068)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Beverly Hills
Booked 114 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 Ivy
4.7
Exceptional(8227)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Beverly Hills
Booked 99 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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9. The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills
4.5
Awesome(1570)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Beverly Hills
Booked 19 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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10. Catch Steak LA
4.6
Exceptional(971)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Hollywood
Booked 80 times today
At the iconic corner of La Cienega and Melrose Place, Catch Steak LA combines the authority of a classic steakhouse with the energetic vibe of a Catch Hospitality Group property. The warm, intimate restaurant with rich wood and garden-like spaces is spread throughout two levels and, soon, an outdoor patio with a retractable rooftop. The menu features a curated collection of the world's best cuts and Catch-style dishes for a more approachable steakhouse experience.

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  • Margaretvip
    Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We loved our experience at Craig ‘s. Feom beginning to the end, staff were warm, friendly and accessible. There is a real vibe’ at Craig’s which we loved. Highly recommend.
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    Craig'sPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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    4.7
  • 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
  • Rick
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Ricky made our experience at Calabra truly unforgettable! From the moment we sat down, his friendly and genuine demeanor gave us a warm, local vibe that made us feel right at home. He went above and beyond by recommending incredible cocktails tailored to our preferences and even crafting them to perfection himself. Ricky's smile never left his face, and his generous attention to detail elevated our dining experience. Combine his stellar service with Calabra's amazing Mediterranean food, and it was an evening to remember. Thank you, Ricky - you're a gem!
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    Calabra at Santa Monica ProperPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Santa Monica
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    4.8
  • Lisa Marie
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great service from start to finish. Beautiful ambience, dishes were amazing.
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    Catch LAPrice: Expensive• Seafood• 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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