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7 Restaurants With Live Music
In a city filled with entertainers, it’s not hard to find a live show happening on any given night. So spice up your dinner plans and add a side of entertainment to your evening. Whether it’s a jazz band or a pianist, these restaurants offer a great way to enjoy dinner and sample L.A. talent.
By LEILA NAJAFI
The Georgian Room After undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation, the Georgian, in Santa Monica, reopens and ushers in a new era for the Art Deco hotel. The Georgian Room, the hotel’s underground Italian steakhouse, also reopens for the first time in 60 years and introduces a lineup of live entertainment. Late-night jazz and musical performances around the grand piano add a nostalgic touch to the dimly lit, chic dining room. With only 65 seats, the intimate venue offers mostly booth seating and is open Thursday through Saturday evenings. 1415 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, thegeorgian.com
Theía On one of the city’s trendiest streets, Theía serves Mediterranean cuisine in a lively atmosphere that spotlights DJ sets and belly dancers. Guests enjoy a multisensory dining experience filled with theatrics, such as smoking dishes and color-changing cocktails. The menu offers dishes such as hummus with house-made pita, smoked rack of lamb, truffled moussaka, and Greek lasagna. 8048 W. 3rd St., West Hollywood, theia-la.com
Casa Madera On the bustling Sunset Strip, Casa Madera, tucked inside the
Mondrian Los Angeles hotel, is an upscale Mexican restaurant that gives off Riviera Maya vibes. The 8,000-square-foot airy space features indoor and outdoor dining, sand-colored furnishings, and decor that evokes the California coastline. The highenergy restaurant serves Mexican cuisine with a seafood-forward menu; a DJ and live instrumentalist perform nightly. 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, thecasamadera.com
Agua Viva Sip on cocktails and enjoy breathtaking views of L.A.’s landmarks, including the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Broad museum, from the rooftop of Conrad Los Angeles. Agua Viva is an urban oasis where diners can enjoy Spanish cuisine from chef José Andrés and live music played by a Spanish guitarist from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every Tuesday night. 100 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, aguavivabyjose.com
Hotel Bel-Air Cozy up in a booth and enjoy live music nightly at local favorite Hotel Bel-Air. The urban oasis features an intimate bar and lounge with a fireplace and black-and-white photos of rock stars and other famous faces adorning the walls. Enjoy a glass of wine and light bites while taking in the sounds of live jazz or tunes performed on a grand piano. 701 Stone Canyon Road, Los Angeles, dorchestercollection.com/los-angeles/ hotel-bel-air
The Strand House In Manhattan Beach, the Strand House, a multilevel oceanfront venue, offers live music and beautiful views just steps away from the Manhattan Beach Pier. Every Thursday through Sunday evening, programming rotates from DJs to musicians. A classic American menu includes seafood and grilled meats as well as salads and lighter bites. Check the website for the calendar. 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, thestrandhousemb.com
Shutters on the Beach On a lazy weekend morning, there’s almost nothing better than a glass of bubbly and soothing jazz played on the piano. Nobody knows this better than Shutters on the Beach, the quintessential oceanfront retreat in Santa Monica for the last three decades and counting. Even if you’re not staying at the hotel, splurge on a jazz brunch in the new alfresco courtyard to round out your weekend. Soak up some smooth jazz from seasoned musicians every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, shuttersonthebeach.com
