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1. Buca di Beppo - Universal City
4.1
Excellent(921)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Universal City
Booked 23 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.
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2. TAO Asian Bistro - Los Angeles
4.7
Exceptional(4257)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Hollywood
Booked 101 times today
TAO Los Angeles is a dynamic two-level space, complete with two private dining rooms, outdoor patio, lounge with large bar. and main dining room anchored by our 16 foot Quan Yin statue.
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3. Catch LA
4.6
Exceptional(10268)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Hollywood
Booked 155 times today
Catch LA combines its iconic seafood and sushi program, flown in from Tokyo's Toyosu Market, with Catch Steak's renowned steak program. The menu, served in a streaming, shareable style, features signature dishes like the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, Spicy Gigli, and Cantonese Lobster alongside a curated collection of the world's best steak cuts and Japanese Wagyu cooked tableside on a hot rock. Perched above the dynamic streets of the West Hollywood Design District on the corner of Melrose and San Vicente, the retractable rooftop haven offers a lively atmosphere, excellent service, and a unique, open-air dining room with breathtaking views of downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills.
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4. Verse
4.9
Exceptional(1445)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Toluca Lake
Booked 34 times today
Romanticizing the term Angeleno Cuisine- With Chef Oscar at the culinary helm, we bring together the best flavors from around the world to create that eclectic premium experience. Through constant discovery, Chef has crafted true harmony through fresh hand-picked ingredients that serve as stand-alone pieces of our identity. Unparalleled sound- Under the guidance of grammy-winning mixer Manny Marroquin, Verse Los Angeles enlisted the best in the industry to provide a dining experience like none other. Through 11 subwoofers and 52 total speakers, guests are treated to a fully immersive environment that blends perfect acoustics, enabling private conversation while enjoying live performances. Libations- Catering to only the most discerning customers Verse's goal is to lead you down a path of discovery and inspiration through carefully balanced yet whimsical cocktails, a refined and thoughtful wine selection, and beers you’ve grown to trust.
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5. Jemma Hollywood
4.7
Exceptional(273)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 50 times today
Jemma pays homage to old-school Italian-American joints with a touch of modern California flair. Experience the classics like spicy rigatoni and spaghetti & meatballs, as well as pizzas made with a dough that took over 4 years to perfect. A Dining Experience By Memento Mori Hospitality of Ospi, Jame and Jemma di Mare, from Jackson and Melissa Kalb.
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6. Katsuya - Hollywood
4.7
Exceptional(3823)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Hollywood
Booked 36 times today
HAPPY HOUR IS BACK! Join us all of April for All Day happy hour at the bar. Discounted drinks & bites. We can't wait to see you! (Bar only. Must close tab before moving to main dining. Inquire at host stand.)//Designated the Los Angeles Times Readers’ Choice "Best Sushi Restaurant" in Southern California, and one of OpenTable's "50 Hottest Restaurants in the U.S.,” Katsuya holds true to be held as a superb Los Angeles Japanese cuisine experience. Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod. With superb talent and exacting precision, Katsuya is changing the face of Japanese cuisine.
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7. LAVO Los Angeles
4.6
Exceptional(1513)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Hollywood
Booked 63 times today
LAVO Los Angeles is a 250-seat coastal Italian restaurant designed for an unparalleled, year-round alfresco dining experience. The restaurant offers an elevated indoor and outdoor dining experience while boasting a spacious sun-drenched dining room with a retractable roof, operable windows, and luxurious Italian furnishings throughout.The kitchen is helmed by Chef Ralph Scamardella, whose menu balances dishes inspired by coastal southern Italy and influenced by Southern California produce while paying homage to LAVO’s signature Italian classics and his Italian-American background.The beverage program features dramatic iterations on the classics alongside bold signature drinks. LAVO’s robust wine program complements the restaurant’s Italian inspiration and West Coast locale, featuring a vast selection of Old-World wines, as well as wines from California’s iconic regions.
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8. Casa Madera
4.6
Exceptional(297)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Hollywood Hills
Booked 35 times today
Casa Madera is a high-energy, fine-dining concept from hospitality group Noble 33, located in both West Hollywood and Toronto. We believe we eat with our senses: what we see, smell, and feel is part of the experience as a whole. This philosophy translates into the most mesmerizing dinner you'll ever have.
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9. Antico Nuovo
4.7
Exceptional(927)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 61 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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10. MainRo
4.8
Exceptional(269)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Hollywood
Booked 11 times today
Open Wednesday through Saturday, MainRo is Hollywood’s newest restaurant & supper club that provides a senses-stimulating experience that’s smart & sophisticated. A modern technological Moulin Rouge, MainRo perfectly blends the restaurant and nightlife scene into one venue. MainRo’s culinary concept takes a modern approach with locally-sourced ingredients and imported premium meats blending bold French, Japanese & Vietnamese flavors that will fulfill the senses with arousing fragrances and crave-worthy fare. The décor blends classic Hollywood Regency elements with art deco style in a technologically designed space outfitted with ultra 4K digital mapped screens. As the DJ varies the musical content the surrounding ambiance of the venue transforms and guests experience a show unlike any other, an artistic blend of live musical acts and performances throughout the evening, creating a magical experience where you are the star with the show happening in front, behind, & all around you.

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  • Christyluv
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    If you are looking for a brunch party atmosphere with delicious food, this is the place to go. I was not looking for that so it was loud but I still enjoyed my late brunch. The server was accommodating as the Open Table reservation did not reserve for 3 but only 2 but she was pleasant and still sat us promptly. I do recommend a reservation as it's not that big and appear to serve big groups. The server was busy but overall attentive. I do recommend the food. As for parking I would recommend parking on to Main Street its much safer, than the other streets l, the parking lot right next to the restaurant fills up quickly. Overall great experience for a busy party brunch spot
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    Proabition DTLAPrice: Moderate• American• Little Tokyo
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    3.8
  • LindaVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Such an amazing vibe here! The food was delicious and the encanto margaritas were perfect!
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    EncantoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Los Feliz
    •
    4.7
  • Vanessa
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    My favorite Korean bbq in all of US! A must whenever I’m in town from NYC.
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    Daedo SikdangPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Koreatown
    •
    4.7
  • Rudes
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 26, 2024
    Wendy was absolutely amazing! Will come back just for her
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    TsuriPrice: Moderate• Sushi• West Hollywood
    •
    5
  • Betty
    Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 19, 2024
    The reservations were down but they welcomed us in. It wasn’t busy plenty of space. Our waitress was awesome and the other servers as well. As they came by to serve very helpful with our questions. We will be back. I was really hoping that Danny Trejo would have been there. But it’s okay we’ll be back awesome food awesome service thanks again.
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    Trejo's CantinaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Hollywood
    •
    4.4

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