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Food Scene

Meatless Mexican fare, all vegan & organic, plus a big tequila & drink menu, in a chic space.
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Gracias Madre
8905 Melrose Ave
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Meatless Mexican fare, all vegan & organic, plus a big tequila & drink menu, in a chic space.
Bustling chain of coffeehouses serves extensive American menu with counter service & patio seating.
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Urth Caffe Melrose
8565 Melrose Ave
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Bustling chain of coffeehouses serves extensive American menu with counter service & patio seating.
Upscale Californian cuisine presented in a stylish, buzzy setting known for celeb sightings.
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The Ivy
113 N Robertson Blvd
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Upscale Californian cuisine presented in a stylish, buzzy setting known for celeb sightings.
Contemporary American fare & mixology-focused cocktails in a midcentury-modern space with a patio.
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Ysabel
945 N Fairfax Ave
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Contemporary American fare & mixology-focused cocktails in a midcentury-modern space with a patio.
One of the top modern Thai restaurants in Los Angeles, Kris Yenbamroong created a strong menu of drinking food and Thai classics. The pork toro is a must-order, while everything from the khao soi to the pad thai will be some of the best one can find in the city. The restaurant has other locations in Silver Lake and more recently at the Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas.
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Night + Market Weho
9043 Sunset Blvd
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One of the top modern Thai restaurants in Los Angeles, Kris Yenbamroong created a strong menu of drinking food and Thai classics. The pork toro is a must-order, while everything from the khao soi to the pad thai will be some of the best one can find in the city. The restaurant has other locations in Silver Lake and more recently at the Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas.
This longstanding red sauce joint is as old school as it gets. Although the restaurantтАЩs conspicuous preference to seat regulars and celebrities over nobodies can make snagging a table rather difficult even with a reservation. Order the chicken parm and a strong martini.
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Dan Tana's
9071 Santa Monica Blvd
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This longstanding red sauce joint is as old school as it gets. Although the restaurantтАЩs conspicuous preference to seat regulars and celebrities over nobodies can make snagging a table rather difficult even with a reservation. Order the chicken parm and a strong martini.
Olivetta combines big culinary talent from chef Michael Fiorelli and design know-how from Tom Parker of Fettle. The former Au Fudge address has been outfitted with four different dining areas where Fiorelli serves up hearty Italian dishes along with more pan-Mediterranean flavors. Olivetta also serves outdoor at the nearby La Peer HotelтАЩs rooftop, which is a new addition to the neighborhood.
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Olivetta
9010 Melrose Avenue
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Olivetta combines big culinary talent from chef Michael Fiorelli and design know-how from Tom Parker of Fettle. The former Au Fudge address has been outfitted with four different dining areas where Fiorelli serves up hearty Italian dishes along with more pan-Mediterranean flavors. Olivetta also serves outdoor at the nearby La Peer HotelтАЩs rooftop, which is a new addition to the neighborhood.
The ambience and decor at Soulmate is arresting, with a massive outdoor space and two different kinds of dining rooms that appeal to the scene-y West Hollywood crowd. The food can be prettier than it tastes, though the paella and fideua likely wonтАЩt disappoint. Come for the cocktails and stay for the vibes.
Soulmate
631 North Robertson Boulevard
The ambience and decor at Soulmate is arresting, with a massive outdoor space and two different kinds of dining rooms that appeal to the scene-y West Hollywood crowd. The food can be prettier than it tastes, though the paella and fideua likely wonтАЩt disappoint. Come for the cocktails and stay for the vibes.
Naples-born pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi continues PizzanaтАЩs winning formula at this outlet on a mostly retail stretch of Robertson. He uses organic, stone-ground Italian flour and a 48-hour fermentation process to produce crisp traditional Neapolitan pies. The cacio e pepe and neo margherita are sure bets. Sandwiches during lunch are also fantastic.
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Pizzana West Hollywood
460 N Robertson Blvd
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Naples-born pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi continues PizzanaтАЩs winning formula at this outlet on a mostly retail stretch of Robertson. He uses organic, stone-ground Italian flour and a 48-hour fermentation process to produce crisp traditional Neapolitan pies. The cacio e pepe and neo margherita are sure bets. Sandwiches during lunch are also fantastic.
With a hundred years of heritage and caviar production, Petrossian seems like an indulgent splurge. In some ways, purchasing the outlandishly expensive caviar is a flex most people canтАЩt afford on any regular basis, but dining at the brandтАЩs West Hollywood restaurant is comparatively attainable. The food is certainly pricey for what it is, but expect polished, French-inflected daytime food like nicoise salad and croque monsieur.
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Petrossian Restaurant & Boutique
321 N Robertson Blvd
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With a hundred years of heritage and caviar production, Petrossian seems like an indulgent splurge. In some ways, purchasing the outlandishly expensive caviar is a flex most people canтАЩt afford on any regular basis, but dining at the brandтАЩs West Hollywood restaurant is comparatively attainable. The food is certainly pricey for what it is, but expect polished, French-inflected daytime food like nicoise salad and croque monsieur.
Hideyuki Yoshimoto brings a fresh new sushi spot with counter omakase and more along busy Robertson Boulevard. The restaurant opened during the pandemic, which relegated most diners to picking up the gorgeous bento, but now that indoor dining is back, Tama should become one of LAтАЩs most exciting new sushi spots.
Sushi Tama
116 North Robertson Boulevard
Hideyuki Yoshimoto brings a fresh new sushi spot with counter omakase and more along busy Robertson Boulevard. The restaurant opened during the pandemic, which relegated most diners to picking up the gorgeous bento, but now that indoor dining is back, Tama should become one of LAтАЩs most exciting new sushi spots.
Raphael Francois brings French, continental-inspired cuisine to Sunset Boulevard. Every table starts with an order of the house-made charcuterie тАФ p├вt├йs, terrines, rillettes, and saucisse тАФ followed by larger plate format of wood-fired meats and fish. Dessets from Sally Camacho are a must-order. The wine list designed by Jordan Ogron is worth exploring, too.
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Tesse
8500 Sunset Blvd
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Raphael Francois brings French, continental-inspired cuisine to Sunset Boulevard. Every table starts with an order of the house-made charcuterie тАФ p├вt├йs, terrines, rillettes, and saucisse тАФ followed by larger plate format of wood-fired meats and fish. Dessets from Sally Camacho are a must-order. The wine list designed by Jordan Ogron is worth exploring, too.
Ricardo ZarateтАЩs gorgeous restaurant is an ode to well-executed Peruvian cuisine. The cocktails are standout and the dishes are some of ZarateтАЩs best in the city. The scene is still very much a place to see and be seen.
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Rosaline
8479 Melrose Ave
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Ricardo ZarateтАЩs gorgeous restaurant is an ode to well-executed Peruvian cuisine. The cocktails are standout and the dishes are some of ZarateтАЩs best in the city. The scene is still very much a place to see and be seen.
Wolfgang PuckтАЩs first LA restaurant in ten years takes over the gorgeous penthouse floor at the Pendry West Hollywood, with unfettered views of the Southland. The food is classic Wolfgang, fusing French and Asian flavors with plenty of flair and color. Try the crispy black bass with vegetable fried rice, then finish with the hazelnut dacquoise dessert.
Merois | West Hollywood
8430 Sunset Boulevard
Wolfgang PuckтАЩs first LA restaurant in ten years takes over the gorgeous penthouse floor at the Pendry West Hollywood, with unfettered views of the Southland. The food is classic Wolfgang, fusing French and Asian flavors with plenty of flair and color. Try the crispy black bass with vegetable fried rice, then finish with the hazelnut dacquoise dessert.
Connie & TedтАЩs remains one of the top seafood restaurants in Los Angeles. Providence chef Michael Cimarusti prepares classic New England-style dishes, pristine oysters, and a mean blondie sundae for dessert. The patioтАЩs an especially good place to people-watch.
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Connie and Ted's
8171 Santa Monica Blvd
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Connie & TedтАЩs remains one of the top seafood restaurants in Los Angeles. Providence chef Michael Cimarusti prepares classic New England-style dishes, pristine oysters, and a mean blondie sundae for dessert. The patioтАЩs an especially good place to people-watch.
Jones has one of the coolest interiors in all of LA, thanks to a rock-and-roll sensibility and plush leather banquettes that gives it that old East Coast Italian restaurant feel. The spaghetti and meatballs are a fantastic entree while the apple pie, served hot in a bubbling pool of caramel, is a legendary LA dessert.
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Jones Hollywood
7205 Santa Monica Blvd
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Jones has one of the coolest interiors in all of LA, thanks to a rock-and-roll sensibility and plush leather banquettes that gives it that old East Coast Italian restaurant feel. The spaghetti and meatballs are a fantastic entree while the apple pie, served hot in a bubbling pool of caramel, is a legendary LA dessert.
Upscale, organic Mexican fare (including vegan options) & cocktails, served amid posh decor.
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Toca Madera
8450 W 3rd St
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Upscale, organic Mexican fare (including vegan options) & cocktails, served amid posh decor.
Hip spot for modern tacos, ceviche & other innovative Mexican fare plus cocktails in colorful digs.
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Petty Cash Taqueria & Bar
7360 Beverly Blvd
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Hip spot for modern tacos, ceviche & other innovative Mexican fare plus cocktails in colorful digs.
American cuisine, including meatloaf & rib-eye steak, in a handsome venue known for celeb sightings.
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Craig's
8826 Melrose Avenue
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American cuisine, including meatloaf & rib-eye steak, in a handsome venue known for celeb sightings.
A swanky dinner & drinks spot with a 1920s vibe, classic cocktails & an American menu.
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Delilah
7969 Santa Monica Blvd
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A swanky dinner & drinks spot with a 1920s vibe, classic cocktails & an American menu.
Glamorous rooftop setting with French small plates, handcrafted cocktails & grand views of the city.
Perch
Glamorous rooftop setting with French small plates, handcrafted cocktails & grand views of the city.
Stylish spot for rooftop drinks & Southeast Asian fare with a full indoor dining room below.
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E.P. & L.P.
603 N La Cienega Blvd
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Stylish spot for rooftop drinks & Southeast Asian fare with a full indoor dining room below.
Slick, rooftop space known for celebrity sightings, creative seafood-focused food & cocktails.
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Catch LA
8715 Melrose Ave
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Slick, rooftop space known for celebrity sightings, creative seafood-focused food & cocktails.
Steak house
Catch Steak LA
Steak house
This colorful cantina with a whimsical vibe offers a varied menu of Mexican eats & tequilas.
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El Carmen
8138 W 3rd St
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This colorful cantina with a whimsical vibe offers a varied menu of Mexican eats & tequilas.
Chic lounge in art deco hotel drawing bigwigs with clubby decor, French-American chow & jazz piano.
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The Tower Bar
8358 Sunset Boulevard
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Chic lounge in art deco hotel drawing bigwigs with clubby decor, French-American chow & jazz piano.
Lounge
Juniper
Lounge
Hip destination for Japanese grilled meats & sushi in a contemporary setting with patio seats.
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Katana LA
8439 Sunset Blvd
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Hip destination for Japanese grilled meats & sushi in a contemporary setting with patio seats.
TV celeb Lisa Vanderpump's spot for upscale New American dining & drinks in ritzy garden environs.
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PUMP Restaurant Lounge
8948 Santa Monica Blvd
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TV celeb Lisa Vanderpump's spot for upscale New American dining & drinks in ritzy garden environs.
Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor.
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The Abbey
692 N Robertson Blvd
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Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor.
American-Mediterranean fare served in a romantic, dramatic setting with a large fireplace & a patio.
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La Boheme
8400 Santa Monica Blvd
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American-Mediterranean fare served in a romantic, dramatic setting with a large fireplace & a patio.
Craft cocktails & seasonal nibbles in a unique old-world setting with plush seats & drop lights.
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TomTom Bar
8932 Santa Monica Blvd
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Craft cocktails & seasonal nibbles in a unique old-world setting with plush seats & drop lights.
Cr├кpes, quiches & French-style sandwiches are featured at this hip bistro with outdoor seating.
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WeHo Bistro
1040 N La Cienega Blvd
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Cr├кpes, quiches & French-style sandwiches are featured at this hip bistro with outdoor seating.
Hip farm-to-table restaurant in former hardware store serving New American fare & fancy cocktails.
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Laurel Hardware
7984 Santa Monica Blvd
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Hip farm-to-table restaurant in former hardware store serving New American fare & fancy cocktails.
Spacious, stylish hangout with a variety of environments for seasonal Californian fare & cocktails.
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Conservatory
8289 Santa Monica Blvd
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Spacious, stylish hangout with a variety of environments for seasonal Californian fare & cocktails.

Parks & Nature

Runyon Canyon Park is a 160-acre park in Los Angeles, California, at the eastern end of the Santa Monica Mountains, managed by the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
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рд░рдиреНрдпрди рдХреИрдиреНрдпрди рдкрд╛рд░реНрдХ
2000 N Fuller Ave
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Runyon Canyon Park is a 160-acre park in Los Angeles, California, at the eastern end of the Santa Monica Mountains, managed by the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks