DINING

Vongerichten’s opulent dining room presents eight-course menus on the terrace. The Rooftop by JG, its casual openair counterpart, has sweeping city views and a retractable rooftop for open-air dining. Popular for weekend brunch. D (Th-Su). Rooftop: B, L, D (daily). Waldorf Astoria, 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.860.6666 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, Las Vegas, and Mexico City 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

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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

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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

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JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$

Stylish yet family-friendly diner from chef-owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all— 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. 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 (TuSa). 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 Map H16

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). 500 Mateo St., downtown, 213.232.4966 Map J17

BESTIA > Italian $$$

“Beast”-focused dishes such as roasted marrow bone with spinach gnocchetti—at multiregional Italian in the Arts District. Reservations are highly recommended. D (nightly). 2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 Map east of J17

CHA CHA CHÁ > Mexican $$

Sibling to Terraza Cha Cha

Chá in Mexico City launches lush rooftop perch in the Arts District with design elements of Mexican villa and Palm Springs. D (Tu-Su). 812 E. 3rd St., downtown, chachacha.la Map I17

DAMIAN > Cal-Baja $$$

Chef Enrique Olvera of Pujol in Mexico City—considered North America’s best restaurant— opens sophisticated producedriven spot in the Arts District. Dungeness crab gordita; pescado a la brasa. D (W-Su). 2132 E. 7th Place, downtown, damiandtla.com Map I11

DRAGO CENTRO > Italian $$$

Well-executed Italian fare and extensive wine list are presented in a handsome contemporary space. D (M-Sa). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 Map H16

GIRL & THE GOAT

> California $$$

Farm-to-table restaurant in the Arts District led by acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard. The seasonal menu is a nod to Cali- fornia produce featuring small plates and craft cocktails in a beautiful, airy space. B (Su), D (daily). 555-3 Mateo St., L.A. 213.799.4628 Map J17

L.A. PRIME > Steak $$$$

City views, wet-aged steaks and winning wine list, on the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites’ 35th floor. D (Th-Su). The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, 404 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.612.4743

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ORSA & WINSTON

> Fusion $$$$

Acclaimed chef-owner Josef Centeno draws on Japanese and Italian traditions for a daily changing five-course tasting menu. D (Tu-Sa).

122 W. 4th St., downtown, 213.687.0300 Map I16

PHILIPPE THE ORIGINAL

> Quick Bites $

Purported birthplace of the French dip sandwich, this down-home cafeteria is an L.A. institution, established in 1908. Consider the 50-cent coffee. B, L, D (daily). 1001 N. Alameda

St., downtown, 213.628.3781

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Q SUSHI > Japanese $$$$

The omakase-only Michelinrecognized experience at this intimate sushi bar showcases the strictly traditional artistry of chef Hiroyuki Naruke. L, D (TuSa). 521 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.225.6285 Map I16

REDBIRD > American $$$

Contemporary cuisine and retro cocktails amid Spanish Baroque decor in former Cathedral of St. Vibiana rectory. Weekday happy hour menu. D (W-Su), Br (Sa-Su ) 114 E. 2nd St., downtown, 213.788.1191

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SAVOCA > Cal-Ital $$$

California trattoria at The Ritz-Carlton L.A. Live unveils the Cottages at Savoca, outdoor dining cottages with electric candles, cozy decor and skyline views. Housemade pastas, pizzas, and more. D (Th-Sa), B (F-Su), Br (Su). Cottages: D (Th-Sa). 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.8630

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STRADA > American $$$

Casual, tapas-style restaurant featuring international cuisine. Popular dishes include ceviche, bacon sandwich, and beet salad. Close walk to GRAMMY Museum. L, D (Tu-Su). 825 James M. Wood Blvd., downtown, 213.822.4558

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YANG CHOW > Chinese $$

The Yun family has been offering Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine at elegant Chinatown mainstay since 1977. The Slippery Shrimp is renowned. L, D (daily). 819 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.625.0811

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HOLLYWOOD / EASTSIDE

THE BARISH

> Italian Steakhouse $$$

Chef/author/James Beard award winner Nancy Silverton launches first new restaurant in eight years and first at a hotel. Wood-fire-grilled beef dry-aged in house, wood-fire-baked pastas. D (W-Su). Hollywood

Roosevelt 7000 Hollywood Blvd., 323.769.8888 Map H13