THE GUIDE / DINING Guidelines Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps in the back of this issue. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.
Index Beverly Boulevard..................... 32 Beverly Hills.............................. 33 Brentwood................................. 33 Century City............................... 33 Culver City................................. 33 Downtown.................................. 34 Hollywood.................................. 34 La Brea Avenue......................... 34 La Cienega Boulevard.............. 34 Malibu........................................ 35 Pasadena................................... 35
The Wild, Wild West
Santa Monica............................. 36
BEVERLY BLVD. / 3RD ST. / MELROSE AVE. A.O.C. > Mediterranean $$$ Eatery from James Beard Awardwinning Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne pioneered two culinary trends: the small-plates format and wine bar. Also has a location in Brentwood. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8700 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.859.9859 Map I12 (V) CROSSROADS KITCHEN > Mediterranean $$$ Chef-partner Tal Ronnen creates refined plant-based dishes, many inspired by nonvegan comfort classics. Popular dishes include the artichoke “oysters,” Impossible Cigars, plus pizzas and pastas. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8284 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.9245 Map H12
(V) GRACIAS MADRE > Mexican/Latin $$ Creative plant-based Mexican fare and winning patio will please vegans and omnivores. L, D (daily). 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.978.2170 Map I12 ISSIMA > Mediterranean $$$ Hip restaurant at Kimpton La Peer Hotel featuring seasonal Cal-Med fare and a DJ spinning nightly. D (Tu-Sa). 623 N. La Peer Drive, West Hollywood, 310.405.0779 Map I12 JOAN’S ON THIRD > American $$ Cafe on busy West 3rd Street offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets, picnic baskets, and gourmet items. B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285 Map I12
OSTERIA MOZZA > Italian $$$ L.A. breadmaker Nancy Silverton partners in Mozza’s contemporary Italian spots including this sophisticated dining room. D (W-Su). 6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100 Map H13 PIZZERIA MOZZA > Italian $$ Osteria Mozza’s relaxed sibling offers pizzas, salumi and rustic specials. Delivery/takeout from Mozza2Go. D (W-Su). Pizzeria Mozza: 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101. Mozza2Go: 6610 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.1130 Map H13 PROVIDENCE > Seafood $$$$ James Beard Award winner and Michelin-recognized chefowner Michael Cimarusti presents refined seafood dishes. D (Tu-Sa). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 Map I14
South Bay.................................. 36 Venice......................................... 36 West Hollywood......................... 36
(V) = Vegan/Vegetarian
ROSALINÉ > Mexican/Latin $$$ 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 $$$ Trendy restaurant in the heart of West Hollywood featuring a retractable roof and hanging lush greenery. Spanish dishes with a modern twist and extensive craft cocktail and mocktail menu. D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 631 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.734.7764 Map I12 THEÍA > Greek $$$ 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
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