Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Baldwin Hills

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchChinese

Regions

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

Neighborhoods

Beverly HillsBrentwoodCanoga ParkCentury CityCulver CityHollywood

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Fia Steak

4.7

Exceptional(372)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 2 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.

2. Osteria Vera

4.8

Exceptional(1258)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brentwood

Booked 16 times today

Call the Restaurant for Extra Availability!“OSTERIA VERA” the new true Italian dining experience.Giorgio Pierangeli, Owner and Founder of Pecorino Restaurant, has partnered with Celebrity Chef Nicola Mastronardi to bring an authentic Italian Osteria dining experience to one of the oldest and most iconic buildings in Brentwood. Osteria Vera offers a cozy yet upscale setting. The menu is a testament to Italian culinary excellence, featuring homemade pasta, regional specialties, grilled or roasted meats, pizza, and fish.Both Giorgio Pierangeli and Nicola Mastronardi are graduates of culinary schools in Italy and have honed their skills in some of the finest establishments across Italy, Europe, and the USA. Over the years, they have catered to many distinguished list of celebrity clients. They have now just teamed up to bring L.A. Osteria Vera!

3. Republique

4.7

Exceptional(5294)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Hollywood

Booked 30 times today

République, located in Miracle Mile, is owned by Chefs Walter and Margarita Manzke. Centered in the heart of Los Angeles, the historic building in which it resides was originally erected in 1929 by Charlie Chaplin, and later transformed into the iconic La Brea Bakery and Campanile Restaurant. République builds on this storied past, offering a gastronomic environment imbued with history and grandeur. The space features a casual bakery, café, and bar in the front with a more formal dining area located in the rear, serving a French-inspired menu created daily by our chefs.

4. Terra - Eataly

4.6

Exceptional(3744)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Century City

Booked 73 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Los Angeles, Terra is a rooftop restaurant featuring a wood-burning Italian grill and views of the Hollywood Hills. Named for "earth" in Italian, Terra's menu is centered around the grill, resulting in earthy dishes paired perfectly with botanical cocktails, premium Italian wines, and more.DINING EXPERIENCETo ensure the best quality service for all of our guests.

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5. Petit Trois Le Valley

4.7

Exceptional(198)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Sherman Oaks

Booked 78 times today

Petit Trois Le Valley, the second outpost of Chef Ludo Lefebvre's beloved bistro, opened its doors in 2018 in Sherman Oaks. This larger location channels a lavish French Brasserie, with its marble bar, banquette lined dining room, and a Chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen. The second dining room can be reserved for larger parties and private events. Since opening, Petit Trois has garnered praise from casual foodies and revered food critics. In 2015, Petit Trois was nominated for Best New Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation and in 2019 earned the Bib Gourmand designation upon the Michelin Guide’s return to Los Angeles. Additionally, Petit Trois was featured on the late Jonathan Gold’s 101 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles list from 2015-2017 and has remained on the list since 2019 when Bill Addison & Patricia Escárcega took over.

A photo of Novikov Beverly Hills restaurant

6. Novikov Beverly Hills

4.5

Awesome(81)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 30 times today

Novikov Restaurant Beverly Hills is a renowned restaurant known for its upscale dining experience and Italian -inspired cuisine. The restaurant combines the culinary expertise of Chef Luca with the sophisticated ambiance of Beverly Hills, offering a menu that highlights fresh and vibrant flavors from Italy. Diners can expect an array of seafood dishes, salads, grilled meats, and vegetable-based creations, all prepared with a modern twist and presented with artistic flair. The chic interior design and attentive service add to the overall experience.

7. Massilia

4.5

Awesome(834)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 14 times today

Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm

8. SELINE

4.9

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

Join James Beard award-winning Chef Dave Beran at his 38-seat fine dining restaurant in Santa Monica, where the kitchen is seamlessly integrated with the dining room. The menu, comprising 15-18 courses, showcases Chef Dave's deeply thoughtful approach to storytelling, inviting guests to embrace the experience & embark on a memorable culinary journey featuring the many inspirations of Southern California.At SELINE, the focus is on connection, with every aspect of the restaurant— from the design to the custom plateware—built on fostering meaningful relationships. Wine Director Matthew Brodbine presents two beverage pairing options to complement your menu. The wine pairing showcases selections from innovative, forward-thinking winemakers across various regions worldwide. The non-alcoholic pairing features a unique collection of house-made and curated beverages designed to align with the menu's progression. A carefully curated wine list is also available.

9. chi SPACCA

4.8

Exceptional(1425)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 25 times today

Heralded as a "meat speakeasy" by Food & Wine Magazine, chi SPACCA has come to represent the quintessential new Italian dining experience, where accompaniments like the Foccacia di Recco, warm salted Medjool dates, and Culatello & Puglia burrata are just sideshows for the rest of Chef Armen Ayvazyan's wood-fired menu which features a 42-ounce Tomahawk pork chop, a 36-ounce dry-aged bone-in New York Costata alla Fiorentina, and a 50-ounce dry-aged porterhouse Bistecca Fiorentina.Enchanted by the artistry of Italian salumi culture, we built the first “dry cure” program in Los Angeles so that we could experiment and perfect Italian charcuterie techniques in house.

10. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(2007)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 6 times today

Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.

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EmilyVIP
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved everything about it and steak frites were amazing! Would recommend to friends for a nice date night 😊☺️
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Petit Trois Le ValleyPrice: Expensive• French• Sherman Oaks
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4.7
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julian
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was solid with alot of options that suit a variety of tastes and the meatballs and sole was can’t miss.
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Osteria VeraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Brentwood
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4.8
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Christopher
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Service was impeccable. Catered to our taste as needed. Tried a few wines until we found something that worked. Very attentive service though out.
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Terra - EatalyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Century City
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4.6
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JamesVIP
London •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always a wonderful experience. Food and services are exceptional. I travel to LA on business frequently and they make me feel welcome as a solo diner. There is always a warm welcome by the entire team and my preferences are remembered.
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RepubliquePrice: Very Expensive• French• Hollywood
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4.7
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Myrrh
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Excellent steak house, great attention to detail from the staff and niece ambience. The music was a little loud but overall everything was a perfect setting for the occasion
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.7

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