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Updated 05 December 2024

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Marino Ristorante

5.0

5 (1527)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Marino Ristorante is deeply rooted in Hollywood since the late 1950’s when Ciro (Mario to friends) Marino landed in Hollywood and has ever since had generations of who’s who in the movie, record, art, political and business LA community at his tables. Today it is still family owned and given its warm welcome flavor by the second generation of Marinos, Mario in the dining room and brother Sal in the kitchen.

The decor is modern and comfortable with memorabilia from a 60 year career which all come together to create its appeal. Described by many marrying the quintessential NY Italian in Los Angeles for its history coupled with today’s seasonal menu, highlighting the best locally sourced ingredients and top notch freshest seafood available.

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DinoVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Another incredible experience at Marino!!! Everything was absolutely fantastic!!

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4.8

4.8 (1196)

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

East Hollywood

About the restaurant

A multi-regional Middle Eastern restaurant in East Hollywood, from Chefs Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis of Bestia and Bavel.

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Bobby

Dined 4 days ago

Again, Saffy’s overdelivers! WONDERFUL food, thoughtful cocktails, professional and gracious service, and a lively dining room. Over and over, Saffy’s is serving some of the best restaurant meals in Los Angeles.

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grilled lobster tail skewer

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wood-fire shawarma plate

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grilled onion & endive salad

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Carousel Restaurant - Hollywood

4.8

4.8 (101)

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

East Hollywood

About the restaurant

From of our family to yours, Carousel is the premier Los Angeles area restaurant providing guests with the complete culinary experience when it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Lebanese cuisine. In the Middle Eastern culture, meza (Lebanese term for appetizer) consists of a vast array of small sized, hot and cold dishes, great for sampling and sharing. At Carousel, our menu offers a selection of kebabs to seafood to an array of vegetarian items. We offer more than 60 meza items, ranging from familiar dishes, such as hummus, falafel and tabouleh to more traditional delicacies. Everything that we serve comes from original family recipes passed down through generations. With the supervision of our Chef de Cuisine and co-owner, Mrs. Rose Tcholakian, each dish that is served is sure to bestow the quality and freshness Carousel is well known for. For those unfamiliar to Lebanese food, a helpful service staff will guide you through what is sure to be a habit-forming journey.

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Greg

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

Have been going here for over 29 years and it’s never disappointed! Love the food and the wonderful staff.

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5.0

5 (67)

$50 and over

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Experience Award-Winning Italian Dining
Proud winner of the Gambero Rosso International’s 2024 Top Italian Restaurants Award and the 2004 OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award, The Marchio Q, is a prestigious recognition awarded to Italian restaurants outside of Italy that excel in authenticity, quality, and adherence to traditional Italian culinary standards.
Da Barbara brings a perfect blend of Italian elegance and Hollywood glamour to the heart of the city.
A Celebration of Italy’s Culinary Heritage
At Da Barbara, we honor Italy’s diverse culinary traditions, crafting dishes with the finest and freshest ingredients. Our intimate seating for 20 ensures every guest enjoys a personalized and unforgettable dining experience.
The Vision of Chef Barbara Pollastrini
Founded by Chef Barbara Pollastrini, Da Barbara embodies a lifelong passion for authentic Italian cuisine.

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Judy

Dined 1 day ago

What a lovely experience ! The place is so pretty, the staff was very attentive and sweet. The food was delicious, best meatballs ever. Pasta was so delicate. Will definitely go back and try different dishes that sounded really special.

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4.9

4.9 (4393)

$50 and over

Seafood

Hollywood

About the restaurant

For over a decade, Providence has elevated the standard of modern American seafood restaurants. We invite you to experience Chef Michael Cimarusti’s award-winning cuisine in the heart of Los Angeles, welcomed by one of LA’s legendary hosts, co-owner Donato Poto.

Corkage is $100 per bottle for the first two 750 ml bottles, $150 for the third, with a three bottle maximum per table.

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JeffreyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

I doubt you can have a finer meal in Los Angeles. The care in the selection, preparation and presentation of the food, is obvious. It really doesn't get any better. The friendly, informative and very attentive service takes it all over the top. If you can afford the extravagance, do it! I promise you will not be disappointed.

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La Vigilia Celebration

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New Year's Eve Celebration

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The Hummingbird Ceviche House

4.8

4.8 (44)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Echo Park

About the restaurant

Michelin & James Beard-recognized Chef Ricardo Zarate has opened The Hummingbird Ceviche House featuring the Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) cuisine he’s best known for. In a charming space with a turquoise-quartz bar, The Hummingbird serves an irresistible bill of fare focused on fresh seafood prepared using traditional Nikkei techniques elevated by California influences. The Los Angeles Times' Laurie Ochoa wrote: "...the service is caring and the food, including an aji amarillo hummus flatbread and sesame-leaf-wrapped shrimp dumplings with tiger's milk aioli, is inventive and delicious. And...the Hummingbird is affordable." Diners delight in Nikkei hand rolls, delectable ceviches, small bites, hot dishes, desserts and house-made Chicha-Morada drinks. The Hummingbird was named one of The Infatuation LA's "Best Restaurants of 2024." NEW: Talented musicians perform live jazz on Tuesdays!

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SueVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We keep coming back and the Hummingbird team keeps dazzling us with delicious dishes. A new dish for us was the miso cod tostada. The fish was melt in your mouth delicious and the jalepeno honey added a great kick. The whole team is really friendly and attentive. Definitely make a reservation as the word on this place is out.

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The Hummingbird Experience

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Rao's Hollywood

4.9

4.9 (2479)

$50 and over

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Rao's, the legendary East Harlem eatery, is now set in Hollywood amongst the studio district branding its third location. Widely acclaimed as one of the hardest reservations in America, Rao's New York was established in 1896 and has not moved locations since its inception.

Featuring iconic classics such as Uncle Vincent's Lemon Chicken, Meatballs, Veal Parmesan, Shrimp Scampi and Baked Clams, Rao's Hollywood showcases all signature Rao's dishes as well as unique additions creating a robust and fulfilling dining experience.

We greatly look forward to serving you and welcoming you to our Home-Style Neapolitan restaurant.
Dress Code recommended is Business Casual. Please no flip flops, baseball caps or tank tops for men.

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Seth

Dined 2 days ago

Always a special place to eat. Great spot, don’t tell everyone though

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IKI Ramen - Sunset

4.8

4.8 (98)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Hollywood

About the restaurant

IKI strives to give you an experience unique in flavors and service. Our ramen brings warmth with a simple presentation, made with the best possible ingredients.

At IKI Ramen our meat products are raised humanely, giving each bowl a distinct, artisanal quality. Following a Japanese philosophy of cooking, we have crafted a variety of broths that highlight the integrity of each and every ingredient. Each bowl has its own unique flavor profile.

Parking: Available at 6565 Sunset Blvd (1st hour free)
PLEASE NOTE: This location does not currently serve alcohol. No BYOB permitted.
Alcohol License Coming Soon!
Thank you!

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AlexandraVIP

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

Food at Iki is fresh, interesting, and delicious, especially upon return from a recent trip to Japan. Service is friendly but not overbearing. The ambiance is lovely—high ceiling, but not loud, with appealing small lights at each table. My only complaint is that it was chilly where we were sitting, due to a draft from the front patio door. Nevertheless, I love this restaurant and look forward to returning many times.

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Shio Koji Ice Cream

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Iki Omakase @Hollywood

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Musso & Frank Grill

4.8

4.8 (11256)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hollywood

About the restaurant

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!

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carlos

Dined 3 days ago

Love Musso's, the history, the people. Always a wonderful experience.

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

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4.8

4.8 (1404)

$50 and over

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

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.

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JANET

Dined 3 days ago

Chi Spacca is my favorite restaurant and I don't go often enough. It holds a very special place in my heart. Don't miss burger night; best burger I've ever had! The milk roast pork loin is to die for and my first love is the Pollo alla diavola su Crostone is my first love. And you'll need to order two Focaccia di Recco . . . just sayin'. I have never had a bad meal or bad service at Chi Spacca. Everything is top notch. My favorite spot is at the cook's counter. Enjoy!!

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Focaccia di Recco

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Beef and Bone Marrow Pie

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