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755 N. La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles 90069
310-659-3900

Bagatelle

In the old Boudoir space on La Cienega, the legendary NYC Bistrot Bagatelle spreads its LA wings over 2700-square feet, multiple rooms and an open patio in the best St. Tropez chic fashion. Designe... read more

350 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles 91791
213-621-2249

Blue Cow Kitchen

Upgrading from their three quirky sandwich stops around LA, Mendocino Farms offers Blue Cow Kitchen, a clean, modern, full-scale restaurant serving lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Shining bright on... read more

7950 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
323.656.4100

Palihotel Melrose Avenue

An honest-to-goodness boutique hotel, the intimate, 32-room Palihotel is located quite conveniently amidst the Melrose retail and restaurant mayhem - meaning it might be the only hotel in LA which ... read more

448 S. Hill St., Los Angeles 90013
213-802-1770

Bar Thirteen

Not up for braving the elements at Perch's outdoor bar? Head a floor down in the Pershing Square Building to Bar Thirteen (same owners) where you can get the same stunning views, including the oc... read more

1637 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles 90026
323-660-2255

L&E Oyster Bar

This classy little oyster bar tucked away on an unassuming stretch of Silver Lake is the perfect kind of place for an impromptu date or neighborly kick back. Bistro-style seats and vintage signs di... read more

602 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles 90401
310-587-0700

Tar & Roses

Considered one of LA's more promising chefs, Andrew Kirschner brings this rustic, lovechild of a restaurant to Santa Monica. Forgoing the usual west side swankiness, this down-to-earth spot focus... read more

544 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles 90071
213-891-0900

Water Grill

The completely revamped version of this twenty-year-old restaurant comes with a much hipper interior (think hardwood floors, subway tiles, and a pressed-tin ceiling) and a more casual attitude. But... read more

3767 Santa Rosalia Dr., Los Angeles 90008
323-299-5599

Post & Beam

Adding to the rebirth of Crenshaw Plaza shopping mall, this restaurant from the guys who brought you BLT Steak and Morton's offers a casual dining spot as an alternative to some of the neighborhood... read more

9291 Burton Way, Los Angeles 90210
310-860-8660

Livello

As if you didn't have reason enough to want to swing by the L'Ermitage on any given night, now you've got several. Namely spaghetti carbonara with wagyu and soy mirin pork belly. Chef Joseph Elevad... read more

1855 Industrial St., Los Angeles 90021
213-622-8100

The Little Bear

This Belgian-inspired downtown cafe/bar offers beer you'd be hard pressed to find elsewhere. The modern industrial brew hall setting with it's bright interior and communal tables is just the right ... read more

10889 Lindbrook Dr., Los Angeles 90024
424-239-5010

800 Degrees Pizza

This white-tiled pizza joint in Westwood may feel a little on the fast-food-y side, but that's only because the piping hot, Neapolitan pies are churned out faster than you can get to your table. ... read more

6554 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90028
323-957-9999

Urban Masala

Not your neighborhood strip mall Indian restaurant. Instead, this place has a modern, clean look to it, stays open til 3AM for post-cocktail noshing, and has livened up the traditional with dishe... read more

6221 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles 90028
323-871-2026

Papilles

This Parisian-style bistro is a welcome addition to some of the stuffier French offerings Los Angeles has to offer. The small space is outfitted with dark wood tables, flea-market art finds, and ... read more

42 S. De Lacey Ave., Los Angeles 91105
626-768-9555

Haven

This Pasadena gastropub aims to keep things interesting with a bold menu that runs the gamut from goose pastrami sandwiches to whole roasted suckling pig. The chic industrialized space features e... read more

11520 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles 90064
310-479-3000

Freddy Smalls

Brought to you from your favorite burger guys at The Counter, this neighborhood bar serves up a strangely appealing mix of handcrafted cocktails and plates of Belgian waffles. Part gastropub, par... read more

600 S. Main St., Los Angeles 90014
213-622-6333

Artisan House

New York transplants will be familiar with this Dean & Deluca-ish cafe cum market on downtown's Main Street. Stop in for a meal, a drink, or just to pick up a few goodies to take home. The Cali... read more

6021 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90028
323-463-7000

Agency

This exclusive, invite-only music lounge bills itself as a place for underground -- and unannounced -- shows by some of the world's best DJs. Upon entry, a darkened staircase leads to a sexy, red... read more

10853 Lindbrook Dr., Los Angeles 90024
310-209-0666

Casa Azul Cantina

From the owners of Frida's Taqueria comes this upscale, authentic Mexican restaurant. Sure, LA is rampant with south of the border cuisine, but Casa Azul stands out with its traditional mole recipe... read more

6333 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles 90036
323-933-9211

Short Order

These days opening another burger joint in Los Angeles means you're either a fool or you know what you're doing. Thankfully, there's no question that Nancy Silverton (Mozza) knows what she's doin... read more

327 N. Sherbourne, Los Angeles 90048
310-289-5942

Sherbourne

Tucked away behind Jerry's Deli on Beverly, this rustic and lovely restaurant is where patrons dine al fresco under an open sky. With seating for only 50, there is much more room to focus on the ... read more