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A photo of Buca di Beppo - Universal City restaurant
4.2
Awesome(899)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Universal City
Booked 63 times today
When you're in the mood for amazing Italian food in Universal City, CA you're in the mood for Buca. Just off the Hollywood Freeway (Highway 101) Buca di Beppo is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.
A photo of Musso & Frank Grill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(11280)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hollywood
Booked 154 times today
Welcome to The Musso & Frank Grill where we provide an authentic Old Hollywood dining experience one would have received in the early decades of last century. We welcome you to Old Hollywood!
A photo of The Front Yard restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5562)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Studio City
Booked 114 times today
The Front Yard at The Garland in North Hollywood fully encapsulates guests in an authentic Southern California dining experience. Our thoughtfully crafted menu celebrates the Los Angeles food scene. Upscale décor, stunning outdoor patio, hip bar serving “modern classic” cocktails, and a lively ambiance combined with the genuine warmth of dining at a close friend’s home creates a social atmosphere.
A photo of Antico Nuovo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(876)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 40 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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4.7
Exceptional(7394)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 69 times today
Presided over by James Beard Award-winning Chef Nancy Silverton, Michelin-starred Osteria Mozza celebrates traditional Italian cuisine and seasonality. From our iconic Mozzarella Bar to exquisite handmade pasta to Grilled Beef Tagliata or our signature Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes, Osteria Mozza has revolutionized Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. Our all-Italian wine list continues this sensibility by offering bottlings from the country's finest producers, with a focus on Piedmont, Friuli and Tuscany. We kindly request you alert your server of any dietary restrictions upon seating or when making your reservation. For parties of 8, we offer a preselected family-style menu and accept bookings directly through our Reservations line at (323) 297-0100. Additions welcomed, no substitutions. This menu is priced at $100 per guest, not including tax, tip or beverage upon consumption. For bookings larger than 8 guests, please email our Events Team at events@mozza-la.com for more information.
A photo of Firefly - Studio City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4153)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Studio City
Booked 75 times today
An enchanting and romantic covered outdoor patio that offers a unique dining experience, complete with outdoor fireplaces and hillside views in the heart of Studio City. We offer small and large plates featuring Modern American and Mediterranean influenced dishes by Chef Viet Pham. We offer handcrafted cocktails, delicious wines, and hand selected beers. We have two beautiful outdoor patios, a library lounge and bar area.
A photo of Angelini Osteria - Beverly Blvd restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2593)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
Booked 42 times today
Celebrated and beloved destination for authentic Italian cuisine by Gino Angelini | Est 2001
A photo of Laya Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(21)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Hollywood
Booked 48 times today
Laya is the latest concept from Sunset Entertainment Group (SEG), pioneers of the Hollywood social scene, responsible for some of LA’s most noteworthy nightclubs of the past three decades, including the Sunset Room, Lure, White Lotus, Le Jardin, Green Door, La Mesa Lounge and more..Laya transports diners to an open-air market, filling the space with earthy, natural materials and handcrafted accents. Top Chef Middle East & North Africa winner, Charbel Hayek brings Middle Eastern cuisine with a California influence to the heart of Hollywood.
A photo of Sushi Tomoki restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(116)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Studio City
Booked 11 times today
Chef Tomoki Hombe - Proudly serving premium sushi in LA.
A photo of Craig's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1015)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • West Hollywood
Booked 108 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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  • Joy
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I was there on Friday night for a birthday dinner of 14 people, unknowingly the same restaurant I made reservations for a Saturday brunch. The food and service were excellent Friday night. Came back Saturday for a birthday brunch of five people. Sonia, our server, was amazing, and Kyle, the manager, was very accommodating! Great restaurant, atmosphere, service, and food! 👍🏽
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    The Front YardPrice: Moderate• Californian• Studio City
    4.6
  • richardVIP
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our waiter was amazing and the food was spectacular. Definitely get the crispy duck and Nancy’s Caesar Salad.
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    Osteria MozzaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
    4.7
  • Nick
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Filet mignon is always perfect, fries and creamed spinach w a wedge salad to start is a tasty go to. Finish it w coffee and bread pudding. There’s about a hundred combos I love. Lobster thermidor and sand dabs crush as a main course as well.
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    Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
    4.8
  • Jamie
    Los Angeles •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Don our server was great! Had a great night and come every Christmas Eve
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    Buca di Beppo - Universal CityPrice: Moderate• Italian• Universal City
    4.2
  • AlexVIP
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    quickly became one of my favorite restaurants in LA. It’s expensive but worth every penny, especially as the restaurant is pretty generous with the portions. The Pane with pistachios and ricotta is amazing along with the the broccolini caesar salad. The uni pasta is simple and elegant, and one of the best i’ve had, especially topped with grade A uni. Don’t skip dessert and take any digestifif offered. $350 for 2 people. Not cheap, but well worth it and unique amongst the many high end choices in Los Angeles
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    Antico NuovoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
    4.7
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