Best Restaurants for People Watching in Glendale

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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DowntownHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando ValleyWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

Areas

Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsCentral Los AngelesDowntownGlendaleHollywood

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacari GDL

4.8

Exceptional(1159)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Glendale

Booked 27 times today

Bacari GDL is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 3rd 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 comfortable, intimate indoor lounge by the bar or in our spacious, breezy outdoor patio. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari GDL.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari GDL is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

A photo of Casa Cordoba - Montrose restaurant

2. Casa Cordoba - Montrose

4.7

Exceptional(528)

££££Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Montrose

Booked 11 times today

Casa Cordoba was established 2013 to deliver a truly authentic Spanish dining experience. Located in a classic Spanish building in the heart of beautiful Montrose, Casa Cordoba presents a truly immersive experience where Angelenos can step out of the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and experience a Taste of Spain.You can experience Casa in our magical garden, dining room, or wine bar. We offer authentic Spanish cuisine including an extensive tapas menu, specialty paellas, and much more to go along with our hand selected wine list representing various regions of Spain.

A photo of TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles restaurant

3. TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(4256)

££££Price: Expensive

• Asian • Hollywood

Booked 120 times today

TAO Los Angeles is a dynamic two-level space, complete with two private dining rooms, outdoor patio, lounge with large bar. and main dining room anchored by our 16 foot Quan Yin statue.

4. The Tower Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2020)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 89 times today

The Terrace at the famous Sunset Tower Hotel debuted a new look in May of 2018, featuring a refreshed outdoor dining experience with updated furnishings and an elegant new bar. The Tower Bar Restaurant has split views of the city from either side of the lobby. It offers a swank lounge, bar and an al fresco dining experience. Custom made banquettes line the windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Art deco design influences include walnut with gold inlay trim in a subtle, muted color scheme. The delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. A dress code is enforced, please call for information.We are now open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is offered six nights a week, Monday-Saturday. We are unable to guarantee a seating preference of indoors or outdoors. We recommend a sweater or light coat during the evenings.Shorts, baseball caps, sweats, sandals, tank tops, phone calls, computers and photos are not permitted.

5. Cento Pasta Bar

4.8

Exceptional(940)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mid-City

Booked 63 times today

BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.

6. The Little Door

4.7

Exceptional(3054)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • West Hollywood

Booked 40 times today

Two simple wooden doors open up to quite a buzz in an otherwise romantic courtyard, where a colorful crowd hangs at the bar and lingers at coveted patio tables. Inside, seats spread throughout the candlelit house-turned-restaurant with intimate furniture. Organic seasonal ingredients, creatively prepared and impeccably presented, characterize our unique menu. If you do not see a reservation time for the time you would like please also check on Tock at exploretock.com/thelittledoorFor reservations on Holidays, please call the restaurant.

7. Ardor

4.6

Exceptional(780)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hollywood

Booked 20 times today

The West Hollywood EDITION’s signature restaurant, Ardor, is a showcase for vegetable-forward healthy California cuisine with flavors inspired by local ingredients. Our menu features an artful balance of produce and meats, using techniques from around the world and products sourced hyper-locally. Each dish is made with organic ingredients and focuses on the essence of food, prepared simply and presented socially for a contemporary culinary journey. Live DJ on Friday and Saturday nights.Reservations are seated based on availability at arrival and are allocated 2 hours to dine once seated. Reservation of 5 or greater will be allocated 2.5 hours. Full party must be present in order to be seated & we allow a 15 minute grace period.An 18.5% Staff Charge Added to all Checks and is Paid Entirely to Service Staff

A photo of The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills restaurant

8. The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills

4.6

Exceptional(1606)

££££Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Beverly Hills

Booked 21 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.

9. JOEY DTLA

4.6

Exceptional(162)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 111 times today

*Looking to book for 7+ people? Email us at DTLA.reservations@joeyrestaurants.com and someone will get back to you shortly!*JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Wrapping the corner of 7th and S Flower St with the largest street level patio downtown Los Angeles, JOEY DTLA features a theatre kitchen, a stunning stone bartop and a custom wine wall in the lounge. The dining room showcases a large commissioned art piece by Los Angeles local, America Martin, an interior willow tree that provides an oasis within the city.

10. Drake's Hollywood

4.6

Exceptional(139)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hollywood

Booked 25 times today

Drake's is a swanky, old Hollywood-inspired restaurant with sophisticated cocktails at a large, circular bar.We accept reservations 7 days in advance. Reservations open up at 9 am. For groups of 8 or more, please call the restaurant. Reservations are strongly encouraged as we have limited walk-in availability.Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice for any adjustments. No-show reservations will incur a fee of $50 per guest.We do not seat incomplete parties. To ensure that all parties are seated punctually and with ample time to enjoy their experience, a time limit is enforced: 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of 22 hours for parties of 3 to 4 2 hours 15 minutes for parties of 5 to 8Valet is available.A 5% surcharge will be added to each guest check. This charge is for the benefit of Drake’s employees. In support of this initiative, the entirety of this charge is retained by Drake’s.

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Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food and great service! The chicken fried rice is my fave
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TAO Asian Bistro - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Asian• Hollywood
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4.7
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ChristinaVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food and setting is always so lovely and special. Also Barbara the restaurant manager is the BEST!
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The Tower BarPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.7
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NancyS
Los Angeles •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always a good time with best waiter, Roberto, to serve us. Arrived early and able to be seated. Good variety of tapas, and although we prefer eating outside in the courtyard, the rain forced a cozy seating inside.
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Casa Cordoba - MontrosePrice: Moderate• Spanish• Montrose
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4.7
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MichaelM
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Very Romantic and fun vibes all around. Service was outstanding
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Cento Pasta BarPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Mid-City
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4.8
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TJ
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 Feb 2025
My experience here was truly wonderful, and I was touched by how attentive and friendly the staff were. It’s clear they genuinely care about their customers. I will absolutely return and will happily recommend this place to friends and family.
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Bacari GDLPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glendale
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4.8

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