Desserts Restaurants
692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA, 90069
Its lush Moorish patio, breezy cabanas and deliciously strong drinks are what make The Abbey the grand dame of gay bars. But while the scene may skew gay, straights also...
137 S. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, CA, 90290-3146
143 N. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90036
Though the French have made a valiant comeback with Bastide and a slew of updated bistros, Italian restaurants still rule in Southern California. It seems we can never get...
7274 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90046
Not to be confused with nearby All’ Angelo or Angelini Osteria, this Italian restaurant is helmed by Chef Evan Kleiman, author, radio host and founder of the L.A....
11047 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025
10929 W. Pico Blvd., West LA, CA, 90405
7470 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90046
Antonio’s has been around since 1970, before this stretch of Melrose had even considered the possibility of The Village Idiot or The Foundry. As such, it’s been a...
12224 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA, 91604
A community fixture, Art’s has been supplying Studio City with pastrami and “I Want It All” chicken soup since 1957. The maze of camel-colored booths...
2805 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA, 90291
141 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA, 90211
11701 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025
A big, clean-lined and colorful Japanese restaurant that is usually packed -- especially at the boisterous (and fun) sushi bar. In addition to sushi and sashimi, you can...
3821 W. Riverside Dr., Burbank, CA, 91505
10835 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA, 90034
Bamboo's understated island ambiance and tongue-tingling menu makes it a neighborhood favorite for Caribbean cuisine. While the interior boasts a cozy wine bar, opt for the...
822 Washington Blvd., Venice, CA, 90292
Beechwood is as much a triumph of design and décor as it is of food and wine. It succeeds wildly at all of them. You can sit by the fire pit outside and enjoy...
1000 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena, CA, 91030
If you're looking for familiar bistro fare, keep searching. But if you're willing to venture a bit, you'll be well rewarded by chef Laurent Quenioux, who was born in Blois in...

