Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Culver City

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BrentwoodDowntownHollywoodKoreatownMarina del ReyMid-Wilshire

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1. Baltaire

4.8

Exceptional(2955)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brentwood

Booked 139 times today

Baltaire is a modern steakhouse and restaurant with a classic touch, offering high-quality steaks, exceptional seafood, and healthy, light fare options in Brentwood. Our spacious dining room opens to a beautiful outdoor terrace, and we have an inviting lounge where you can enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine and listen to live music. Our Sunday DJ Brunch features a prix fixe, tableside bloody mary & cinnamon roll carts plus roaming caviar. Come and experience a re-imagined steakhouse at Baltaire.

2. Craig's

4.8

Exceptional(1063)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 90 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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3. Barbianca Local Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(95)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina del Rey

Booked 1 time today

Mix a spoonful of northern Italian fare with a dash of California sensibilities and you get Barbianca Local Kitchen – an eatery located inside Hotel MdR. Live the So Cal lifestyle firsthand with our open floor plan that features indoor and outdoor dining resulting in an ever-changing restaurant experience. Of course, the real reason to visit Barbianca is the food, which is quite simply, “delizioso!”Barbianca also has live music on select nights and a painting class led by a local artist. Please inquire for details

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4. Descanso - Los Angeles

4.1

Excellent(55)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Mid-Wilshire

Booked 26 times today

We have two types of Dining Experiences: PLANCHA DINING (Where our Chefs cook at your table) and STANDARD DINING.For PLANCHA DINING RESERVATIONS, please go to 'Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining' on Open Table, our website or call us at 213.672.2444Descanso is a modern taqueria in that we celebrate authentic Mexican flavors and recipes executed in a lively setting that brings in the flavors, smells, sounds and energy of a busy Mexican town.Types of Dining:PLANCHAAt a Plancha Table, you will receive an intimate experience with our Planchero Chefs. This is a multi-course menu where your meal is cooked in front of you at your table! Please go to our DESCANSO - LOS ANGELES - PLANCHA DINING Open Table page to make a reservation.STANDARD DININGMake a reservation here for our indoor dining room or patio.TACO BARThe Taco Bar (Counter) is an a la carte version of the Plancha Experience where one of our chefs cooks in front of you at a counter top.BARBar Top Seating

5. Fia Steak

4.6

Exceptional(377)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

6. Paloma Venice

4.4

Awesome(393)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 45 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

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7. Uchi West Hollywood

4.7

Exceptional(163)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • West Hollywood

Booked 15 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchi, "house" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award‑winning Chef Tyson Cole. Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

8. Socalo

4.7

Exceptional(868)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 14 times today

SOCALO is a beachy, California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within the Gateway Hotel, SOCALO offers seasonal and organic SoCal Mexican fare with cocktails, Mexican wines and craft beers. SOCALO has been named Eater's Superb Santa Monica Restaurants and Hottest Happy Hours, LA Times' 101 Best Restaurants, Best Tacos and Best Mexican Restaurants in LA by Time Out and Thrillist.Open for indoor and outdoor dining, and counter service dining prior to 4pm (no reservations necessary nor taken). Takeout and delivery with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.For groups of 7 or more, please call 310.451.1655 to discuss accommodations, or visit socalo.com. We offer semi-private spaces, private banquet rooms, long communal tables, and two spacious outdoor patios.Mary Sue & Susan are the founders of Mundo Hospitality Group, including Border Grill, Pacha Mamas, BBQ Mexicana, SOCALO & Alice B.

9. 71Above

4.8

Exceptional(6015)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 79 times today

Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the surrounding mountain ranges. 71Above is a Michelin level experience featuring the finest ingredients, world-class wine list and craft cocktails. The Restaurant and Skylounge have a Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.71Above features a 3 course Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. We kindly ask all dining room guests to participate in the coursed menu. Please be aware, any seating requests are noted, but not guaranteed. WINDOW TABLES ARE NOT GUARANTEED. 18% service charge is added to all checks. Valet is available at 633 W. 5th Street or Self parking is available under the building at 633 W. Hope Place. $18 for 3 hours.

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10. Golden Hour at Level 8

3.9

Excellent(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Tropical cocktails, capoeira dancers, SoCal sunshine: This Miami-meets-Copacabana urban oasis eight stories above DTLA celebrates Carnival all year round. Watch performances by fire dancers and underwater contortionists. Enjoy cocktails that pay homage to classic tiki culture from Golden Hour, the rotating carousel bar. For the ultimate poolside experience, reserve one of our luxury cabanas and enjoy the scene from the best seats in the house.Reservations are for admission to Golden Hour for bar seating and standing room. If you'd like to make a large party reservation or book a table or cabana please email nightlife@level8dtla.com. Please note that we are an Adults-Only (21+) establishment. Parking validation is available.For parties of 6 or more guests, please email nightlife@level8dtla.com.

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AniVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing service and the food was delicious. It’s a beautiful restaurant and atmosphere. The stars of the show were the east coast oysters and the lobster mac n cheese!
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BaltairePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Brentwood
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4.8
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EllieVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The high ceiling makes the place! Loved it! The service was amazing, shout out to server Andres! He was wonderful ! Anything with carnitas was delish! Their drinks presented well and taste even better! Thank you Descanso
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Descanso - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Mid-Wilshire
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4.1
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Lester EVIP
Atlanta •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great atmosphere, service and food! Highly recommend 😁
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Craig'sPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great atmosphere, service and good food! This is our second time and would go back.
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.6
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AJ
San Diego •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 29, 2024
If you are staying at the hotel, it would be very convenient to dine there. Decent food, good service.
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Barbianca Local KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Marina del Rey
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4.2

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