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1. Bacari Silverlake
4.7
Exceptional(4036)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Silver Lake
Booked 266 times today
Bacari Silverlake is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 5th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our indoor lounge & bar, or in one of many tree-house-like outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Silverlake.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Silverlake is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!
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2. Openaire
4.5
Awesome(2328)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Koreatown
Booked 51 times today
Native Angeleno, surfer and two-Michelin star chef Josiah Citrin brings a culinary vision built around California’s bounty from land and sea to Openaire. The menu and ingredients reflect the seasons and the interplay of cultural influences that define LA, serving in a lush greenhouse and tented garden oasis on the 2nd floor terrace at the LINE hotel, in the heart of K-Town.For inquiries of 10+ guests, please email us at: Openaire@TheLineHotel.com.
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3. Antico Nuovo
4.7
Exceptional(876)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 37 times today
Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.
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4. Providence
4.9
Exceptional(4393)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Hollywood
Booked 25 times today
For over a decade, Providence has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants. We invite you to experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of LA’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto.Corkage is $100 per bottle for the first two 750 ml bottles, $150 for the third, with a three bottle maximum per table.
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5. Joyce
4.5
Awesome(544)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
Joyce celebrates the essence of soulful Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience. To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability.
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6. CENTO
4.8
Exceptional(901)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mid-City
Booked 54 times today
BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.
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7. Mama Por Dios - DTLA
4.0
Excellent(597)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Mamá por Dios is a restaurant that highlights the best of México, with its flavors, aromas, colors, traditions and art. Bringing it closer to its customers and every drink in every corner. Mamá por Dios is a Mexican gourmet restaurant where you can celebrate every moment to the sound of live Mariachi or enjoy a shot to the beats of a great DJ.
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8. The Factory Kitchen - Los Angeles
4.6
Exceptional(3640)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 43 times today
Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.
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9. The Palm Los Angeles
4.4
Awesome(3119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
Wherever you join us, The Palm will always feel like home. Known as the go-to place for classic Italian fare, prime steaks, fresh jumbo Nova Scotia Lobsters and an extensive wine list since 1926. The Palm is both sophisticated and welcoming to generations of guests, all of whom are treated like family from the moment they walk in the door.
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10. Petit Trois L'Original
4.7
Exceptional(130)
Price: Expensive
• French • Hollywood
Booked 62 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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  • Jordan
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very great experience dining here! I usually come here when it’s super packed but luckily the day I went (and the time) it was not packed at all. With it being less busy, the ambiance was nice and quiet. I was able to hear my conversations. The food was amazing!! The Sweet Corn Agnolotti was very good but lacked a sufficient amount for how much the dish is. The Spicy Pomodoro was amazing!! One of my favorites here and for the amount of pasta it has, it is worth your money. I was not expecting to like the Banana Tiramisu but I enjoyed it so much! I wish I got two but I ended up getting so full haha. Overall 9/10 experience!
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    CENTOPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Mid-City
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    4.8
  • Vicki
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our first ever Christmas Dinner out. Thankful we were able to make reservations weeks out and we were seated as soon as we arrived. We ordered a bottle of wine, with an appetizer and a couple dishes to share. We were really surprised how fast our food came and how fresh it tasted. Our server was great and met all our needs. Our overall experience was an A+
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    Formosa CafePrice: Expensive• Asian• West Hollywood
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    4.6
  • ArjunVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    They don’t have enough menus even though the place was pretty empty so everyone is taking them back even before ordering. The drinks are sweeter but really good. Food was awesome & service was nice. Service was a little slow but otherwise very good
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    Mama Por Dios - DTLAPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Downtown
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    4
  • DavidVIP
    Los Angeles •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It was an terrific evening! The food is always exceptional, the service was attentive and gracious, and the restaurant is consistently festive.
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    Rao's HollywoodPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
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    4.9
  • AshleyVIP
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Well seasoned food. Friendly servers. Would go back.
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    Poppy + RosePrice: Moderate• American• Flower District
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    4.9

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