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Splurge in West Hollywood
Splurge in West Hollywood
Ago, 8478 Melrose Avenue (at La Cienega Boulevard), ☎ +1-323-655-6333, . Chef Agostino Sciandri – with a Hollywood assist from Robert DeNiro, among others – continues to delight with his chic, Italian trattoria. A sophisticated interior with blond wooden tables, white tablecloths and cozy, rustic décor add an authentic touch. Chops, pasta and fish underscore the menu. House specialties include mixed fried fish, Tuscan-style chicken and Bistecca alia Fiorentina. Allure still thrives since its ’97 debut as evidenced by the crowded bar scene and bustling dining room. �
Asia De Cuba, 8440 W. Sunset Boulevard (inside the Mondrian Hotel), ☎ +1-323-848-6000, . Unashamedly post-modernist, with Latino/east-Asian cuisine and a choice of white-party indoor dining or outdoor seating among the oversized flowerpots. �
Koi, 730 N. La Cienega Boulevard, ☎ +1-310-659-9449, . An indescribably trendy Japanese restaurant, popular with young hot celebs and those who want to be them or at least catch a glimpse. Reservations are recommended, as is dressing the part. �
BOA Steakhouse, 8462 W. Sunset Boulevard (at La Cienega), ☎ +1-323-650-8383, . Upscale, post-modern steakhouse located inside The Grafton Hotel - smack dab in the middle of the Sunset Strip. Classic steakhouse cooking fills up the menu. �
BIN 8945, 8945 Santa Monica Boulevard, ☎ +1-310-550-8945, . A European-style wine bar and bistro care of restaurateur David Haskell. The dark and inviting 35-seat café features a six-stool bar and 13-foot wine cellar; they offer 80 wines by the glass. The cuisine is a blend of modern European emphasized with Caribbean and North African flavors; blackened catfish on risotto and jerk chicken with pineapple chutney are two tasty examples. There is a traditional five-course tasting menu, with the option of a wine pairing, for just under $100. �
Comme Ca, 8479 Melrose Ave, ☎ +1 (323) 782-1104, . This new French brasserie hasn't been on the scene for long, but has quickly made a name for itself as one of LA's coolest restaurants. The staff can be occasionally snooty, but come for the food which is top notch. �
Dan Tana's, 9071 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Doheny), . Open Daily 5:00pm=1:30am. Since 1964 this revered, Italian eatery has been packing them in – from Hollywood powerbrokers and cinema stars to anyone that craves exquisite food in one of the coolest hangouts in Los Angeles. The waiters all look to have been there from day one, so a patron knows they’re in for a great culinary experience. The tiny bar in front of what is a tiny restaurant is often crammed three deep. It’s still a place one could be having a drink next to a movie star or ‘someone of note.’ Cocktails flow as waiters rush by carrying popular menu items such as linguini, spaghetti carbonara, steamed clams and a 16oz. New York steak dubbed the Dabney Coleman (an actor). The joint is always crowded and serves late into the night; a reservation is a must save for heavyweight Hollywood types. Excellent service, red banquettes, a classic atmosphere and delicious food – that’s a recipe for success and why Dan Tana’s remains a consistent favorite. �
Il Sole, 8741 Sunset Boulevard (at N. Sherbourne Drive), ☎ +1-310-657-1182. M-F: 12:00pm-3:00pm, 6:00pm-11:00pm; Sat: 6:00pm-11:00pm; Sun: 5:30pm-10pm. Located in the always-bustling Sunset Plaza on the Sunset Strip, Il Sole is an unfussy and cozy Italian eatery that attracts an abundance of celebs and the like (happy to avoid a big crowd), as well as anyone who desires an unpretentious, neighborhood restaurant for good pasta and a glass of wine. Menu highlights include linguine with shrimp in spicy tomato sauce, spinach-ricotta ravioli and wild Mediterranean Sea bass. Reservations highly recommended. �
The Ivy, 113 N. Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, ☎ +1-310-274-8303. Fantastic food, but known even more for it's endlessly famous clientele. Many a power deal has been made over a bowl of corn chowder. �
Katana, 8439 W. Sunset Boulevard (at La Cienega Boulevard), ☎ +1-323-650-8585, . Designer Dodd Mitchell’s sleek, Japanese-style bar/restaurant on the Sunset Strip mixes Hollywood glitz and inventive cuisine. The sushi bar is crowded. The robata bar is crowded. Women are scantily clad. Men ogle. The outside patio is crowded and the scene is distinctive Hollywood hip. No longer one of the ‘buzz-worthy’ destinations on the restaurant scene, Katana remains a solid choice for appetizing Japanese fare with an equally stylish clientele and interior design. �
Lucques, 8474 Melrose Avenue, ☎ +1-323-655-6277, . Excellent, California-style cuisine in an upscale atmosphere, widely regarded as one of the best restaurants in the city. �
Mirabelle, 8768 Sunset Boulevard (at Palm Avenue), ☎ +1-310-659-6022, . M-Sat: 11:00am-2:00am; Sun: 8:00am-2:00am; Happy Hour: 4:00pm-7:00pm daily. A culinary fixture on the Sunset Strip since 1971 Mirabelle remains a popular fine dining bistro courtesy the Germanides Family. Understated in décor (modern interiors with a supper club vibe) the cooking is the real star here. Signature dishes include classic crab bisque, Chilean Seabass, Filet Mignon and chocolate soufflé. Besides the dining room and patio there is also an oft-visited bar/lounge. �
Pastis, 8114 Beverly Boulevard (at Crescent Heights Boulevard), ☎ +1-323-655-8822. Sun-Thu: 6:00pm-10:00pm; Fri-Sat: 6:00pm,-11:00pm. Bucolic neighborhood bistro presents French cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Charming, intimate interiors are underscored by autumnal color scheme and candlelight, as the usual din of lively chitchat amongst patrons often spills out onto the sidewalk when the front patio doors are opened on warm evenings. Entrees include bouillabaisse, seared ahi tuna, mussels in garlic-and-shallots sauce and a fresh tomato tart. �
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