Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Universal City

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

DowntownHollywoodSan Fernando Valley / ValenciaWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

Neighborhoods

Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsBrentwoodBurbankCentral Los AngelesCulver City

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

49 restaurants available nearby

1. The Tower Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2016)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 76 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.

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2. Musso & Frank Grill

4.8

Exceptional(11375)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hollywood

Booked 135 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!

3. The Ivy

4.8

Exceptional(8303)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Beverly Hills

Booked 92 times today

To our Ivy family,We are open for indoor and outdoor dining and hope to see you soon.Please note any requests for outside seating cannot be guaranteed.All the best!

4. Craig's

4.8

Exceptional(1044)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 58 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.

5. Gwen

4.7

Exceptional(1523)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hollywood

Booked 26 times today

Gwen Butcher Shop & Restaurant is the second restaurant from fine dining chef Curtis Stone (of Maude) and the first he’s opened with his brother Luke Stone. Gwen is both a European-style, chef-driven butcher shop and a restaurant that is redefining dining in LA, with a menu that calls on fire-based cooking techniques. Whether you’re picking up house-made charcuterie, prime and rare breed meats from the retail store, enjoying a feast in the dining room or relaxing with a bite and cocktail at the bar, Gwen delivers the highest standards of quality, taste and service.On Wednesdays-Sundays, we offer Chef's Carte Blanche 5-course tasting menu for $140 per person (limited quantities available). The whole party must enjoy the tasting menu and wine pairings are available for $90 per person. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the restaurant at 323-946-7500.

6. WeHo Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(2242)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • West Hollywood

Booked 55 times today

Casual, chic & lively French-inspired American cuisine in the heart of West Hollywood.Just a short walk from the Sunset Strip, WeHo's iconic Gay Bars & Hotels.Valentine's Day: Celebrate love at WeHo Bistro with a romantic Valentine’s Day dining experience, featuring a special Prix-Fixe Valentine's Menu and a warm, intimate ambiance perfect for the occasion.Craft Cocktails, Boutique Wines & Intelligentsia CoffeesHappy Hour Daily 4-6 PM & All Day TuesdaysVoted Top 100 Neighborhood Gems by OpenTable Diners.

7. AOC - 3rd Street

4.7

Exceptional(5123)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

Booked 15 times today

A.O.C. is a small plates restaurant driven by seasonal ingredients, locally sourced. Our California French cuisine was developed by Chef Suzanne Goin, and also features Mediterranean influences. We have 24 wines by the glass and 150 bottles to choose from, curated by Caroline Styne, all of which are either organic, biodynamic or sustainable. Featuring a full bar with premium spirits and specialty cocktails. AOC is proud to offer both outdoor and indoor dining. Our patios feature shared heaters, however we highly recommend bringing appropriate outerwear for your comfort. Unfortunately, inclement weather may affect our ability to honor your reservation. In the event of rain, we will notify you as soon as possible to communicate any weather related cancellations and to assist you with rescheduling your reservation. Beginning November 4th, a.o.c. will require that all guests require proof of vaccination or negative results from a Covid test taken within 72 hours of entry.

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8. Irie Restaurant & Lounge

5.0

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 3 times today

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, Irie Lounge and Restaurant offers guests the full sensory experience combining cannabis and California comfort food with a southern twist. Irie brings all of the farm/farmer's market to table freshness, but with the tanginess and smoked dishes that southern food is celebrated for. Whether consuming cannabis or not, our black-eyed pea hummus, dandelion Caesar salads, and dry-aged New York strip with charred treviso are dishes guests are celebrating us for.

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9. Hudson House - West Hollywood

4.6

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • West Hollywood

Booked 1 time today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

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10. Prosecco Trattoria

5.0

Exceptional(1966)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Toluca Lake

Booked 7 times today

We have a NO SHOW FEE implemented, at $50.00per head for such.We only take online reservations up to FOUR people. Please CALL 818-505-0930 for reservations with FIVE or larger groups. Added requests are a request only, NOT GUARANTEED!Unfortunately we DO NOT OFFER HIGH-CHAIRS or BOOSTER-SEATS, as we are an intimate establishment.Follow our journey on Instagram: @prosecco_trattoria. Open seven nights a week from 5:00-9:00pm. Please visit our website, www.proseccotrattoria.com for your Carryout needs. Your support is heartfelt,The Entire Prosecco Trattoria Familia

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Amit
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
This was a terrific evening for our family to celebrate Valentine’s—memorable flavors and experience!
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GwenPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Hollywood
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4.7
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JosephVIP
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It is a fantastic treat to have cocktails and dinner at this Iconic restaurant. Pete the Matre D is warm and welcoming. He and his staff will accommodate your every wish.Whenever we are in Los Angeles, we have a reservation at Musso and Frank. Period. Continued success. Joe Morabito and Anthony Mc Caffrey from NYC.
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Musso & Frank GrillPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hollywood
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4.8
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StephenVIP
Los Angeles •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Classic elevated comfort food in a warm charming environment which emphasizes service and customer satisfaction.
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The IvyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Beverly Hills
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4.8
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Rory
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Love the enclosed patio, service was excellent. Craig’s knows how to combine fine dining with a twist of comfort food with their classic Italian options, but they have options for all occasions, vegetarian, seafood, steaks, you name it. Always a pleasure.
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Craig'sPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.8
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len
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
Superior service experience and delicious food. It is spendy, but completely delivers if your expectations are a classy and classic West Hollywood experience with charm and a gorgeous view. Anthony's over/above service while waiting in the bar area was precious.
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The Tower BarPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• West Hollywood
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4.7

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