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SHOP & DINE LIKE A LOCAL.

Since 1934, The Original Farmers Market has been a favorite destination for both locals and visitors alike. This historic al fresco marketplace is perfect for one-of-a-kind shopping, world-class dining and unparalleled people watching. With nearly 100 family-owned merchants, there’s a new discovery at every turn. Open daily.

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sents refined seafood dishes. D (Tu-Sa). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 Map I14

ROSALINÉ

> Mexican/Latin $$$

Acclaimed chef Ricardo Zarate’s restaurant—named after his mother—introduces modern Peruvian dining (kampachi ceviche, chicharrón de paiche). D (nightly). 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.297.9500 Map I12

SOULMATE

> Spanish/Mediterranean $$$

Trendy restaurant featuring a retractable roof and hanging lush greenery. Spanish dishes with a modern twist and extensive craft cocktail and mocktail menu. D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 631 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.734.7764 Map I12

TERRONI > Italian $$

Reliable Southern Italian cooking, including excellent thin-crust pizza and pastas. Try the delicious capunti al ragù d’agnello. L, D (daily); Br (SaSu). 7605 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.954.0300 Map J13

THEÍA > Greek $$$

Lively indoor-outdoor spot offers taramasalata and 24-karat-goldleaf-accented steak tartare, moussaka, lamb burgers, and other Mediterranean dishes. D (nightly), Br (Sa) 8048 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.591.0059 Map I12

Beverly Hills

THE BELVEDERE > Mediterranean $$$$

The Peninsula Beverly Hills’ restaurant has a lovely terrace and menu from executive chef Ralf Schlegel. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.788.2306 Map J11

THEBLVD PRIVÉ

> California $$$

Extension of THEBlvd Restaurant on topiary-filled private cobblestone boulevard; food pairings with Champagne and fanciful cocktails. B, L (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.275.5200 Map J11

CRUSTACEAN

> Pan-Asian $$$

Walk-on-water aquarium meanders through this gorgeous landmark serving chef Tony Nguyen’s modern Vietnamese dishes and others from Madame An’s “Secret Kitchen.” The garlic noodles are famous. L, D (TuSu). 468 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.205.8990 Map I11

CULINA > Italian $$$

The ristorante inside the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills offers a coastally inflected modern Rome-inspired menu, sleek crudo bar, and extensive wine list. Also a fire-lit patio. B, L, D (daily). Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.860.4000 Map J12

CUT > Steak $$$$

Getty Center architect Richard Meier and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s collaboration is the place to savor Wagyu and dry-aged Nebraska steaks. D (M-Sa). Beverly Wilshire, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.8500 Map J11

ELLA > Cal-Med $$$

California-Mediterranean restaurant at the Sixty Beverly Hills hotel. Inventive craft cocktails and seasonal menu are offered in a retro-inspired dining room with leather booths and lush greenery. B (daily), D (Tu-Sa). 9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.388.6860 Map J11

FUNKE > Italian $$$$

New. Chef Evan Funke opens his namesake restaurant in the heart of Beverly Hills. Signature handmade pasta dishes and Sicilian-inspired dishes grace the menu. Reservations are required but rooftop seating is available for walk-ins. D (M-Sa). 9388 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 424.279.9796 Map J11

HONOR BAR > California $$

Popular upscale eatery adjacent to South Beverly Grill, both owned by Hillstone Restaurant Group. Known for the fried chicken sandwich. Dress code enforced. Walk-ins only. L,D (nightly). 122 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.0292 Map J11

MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE

> Steak $$$$

Swanky steakhouse starring bone-in filet reigns; warm butter cake melts in your mouth. Penthouse at Mastro’s is an upstairs lounge. D (nightly). 246 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 Map J11

MATSUHISA > Japanese $$$$

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s relatively modest original flagship incorporates luxurious Western ingredients alongside Latin American spices. L, D (daily). 129 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.659.9639 Map I12

MATU > Steak $$$

A modern steak restaurant focusing on 100 percent grass-fed Wagyu beef with a special tasting menu that rotates nightly. D (daily). 239 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.317.5031 Map I11

MR CHOW > Chinese $$$$

The L.A. County edition of scene-y restaurants in New York, London, Miami, and Las Vegas offers Imperial Beijing cuisine. L (M-F), D (nightly). 344 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.9911 Map I11

NATALEE THAI > Thai $$

Traditional Thai dishes such as Nutty Chicken and sole filet in red curry sauce served amid edgy decor. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. Also in Venice. L, D (daily). 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.855.9380 Map J12

RIVIERA 31 > California $$

Elevated comfort food with dishes like fried oysters, Wagyu burger, pizza, and fried chicken sandwich. Live entertainment nightly including jazz and salsa night. D (M-Sa), Br (Su). 8555. Beverly Blvd. L.A., 310.278.5444 Map I12

THE ROOFTOP BY JG

> California $$$$

Casual open-air restaurant has sweeping city views and a retractable rooftop for open-air dining. . Rooftop: L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). Waldorf Astoria, 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.860.6666 Map J11

SANT’OLINA > Cal-Med $$$

Pop-up on expansive rooftop at the Beverly Hilton presents flavor-packed Mediterranean recipes and 360-degree city views in a space that cheers by day and shimmers at night. D (Tu-Sa), L (Sa-Su). 9876 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.285.1260 Map J11

SPAGO > California $$$

Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant, an L.A. institution, is a contemporary spot with a diverse daily-changing menu, from spicy tuna tartare to Wiener schnitzel. D (Tu-Su). 176 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 Map I11

TATEL > Spanish $$$$

A hot spot in the heart of Beverly Hills serving traditional Spanish Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist and rotating live entertainment offered nightly. B (Sa-Su), L,D (nightly). 453 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.380.7902 Map I11

Brentwood

BALTAIRE > Steak $$$$

Chef Travis Strickland’s sophisticated restaurant offers prime steaks, old-school charm, and sun-or-stars dining on its massive terrace. Large bar and lounge area seating. L (M-F), D (nightly). 11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660 Map J12

JEMMA DI MARE > Italian American $$$

Inspired by the Mediterranean coast, this restaurant’s cuisine is an ode to Italian seafood. Don’t miss the lobster fettuccine or the squid ink scialatielli. L (daily), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 11677 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, 424.955.2410 Map J12

JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$

Stylish yet family-friendly diner from chef-owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all— CAFÉ pastries, pizza, house-made pasta, and meat entrees. Also on Fairfax Avenue. B, L, D (daily). 11938 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 310.442.2733 Map J12

Century City

CRAFT > American $$$

New York chef Tom Colicchio of Bravo’s Top Chef brings his concept to L.A., a contemporary a la carte menu featuring fun shareable dishes. D (TuSa). 10100 Constellation Blvd., L.A., 310.279.4180 Map K11

DIN TAI FUNG > Chinese $$

Foodies and families line up for renowned soups, noodles, and dumplings filled with pork or crab or both—and a host of habit-forming sides. Also has a location in Torrance. L, D (daily). Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 424.382.1118 Map J10

LUMIÈRE > French $$$

Modern American-French brasserie inside the iconic Fairmont Century Plaza hotel serving traditional French dishes such as chicken liver mousse, French onion soup, and steak frites. B, D (nightly). 2025 Avenue of the Stars, L.A., 310.424.3031 Map K11

Culver City

ETTA > Cal-Med $$$

Chef Danny Grant puts the spotlight on wood-fired dishes and house-made pastas, which can be complemented by choice of playfully-named cocktail list. 8801 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 424.570.4444 Map L11

NATALEE THAI > Thai $$

Traditional dishes, edgy decor. Nutty Chicken; sole filet in red curry sauce; vegetarian maha jumlong curry. Also in Beverly Hills. L, D (daily). 10101 Venice Blvd., L.A., 310.202.7003 Map L11

VESPERTINE

> Eclectic/Fusion $$$$

Chef Jordan Kahn’s pricey gastronomical spot topped late L.A. Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold’s 2017 list of the city’s 101 best restaurants. Expect a spaceage meal of 18-plus courses. Reservations required. D (Tu-

Sa). 3599 Hayden Ave., Culver City, 323.320.4023, Map L12

Downtown

71ABOVE > American $$$$

Chef Javier Lopez’s swanky restaurant on the 71st floor of the U.S. Bank Tower. Spectacular skyline views of L.A. and elevated contemporary dishes. A la carte at the bar, prix fixe in the dining room. D (nightly). 633 W. 5th St., 71st Floor, downtown, 213.712.2683

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BAAR BAAR > Indian $$

New. Modern Indian American restaurant hailing from N.Y. featuring a fresh twist on classic dishes. Small, shared plates with lots of vegetarian options. D (TuSu). 705 W. 9th St., downtown, 213.266.8989 Map I15

BAVEL > Mediterranean $$$

Bestia chef Ori Menashe and wife-pastry chef Genevieve Gergis make Middle Eastern cuisine mainstream at their lively Arts District spot. Wide range of meze; herb-stuffed dorade with red chermoula. D (nightly).

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