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1. Steak 48 - Beverly Hills

4.8

Exceptional(2192)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Beverly Hills

Booked 142 times today

At Steak 48, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood, and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Also enjoy classic cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list. At Steak 48, We encourage all of our guests to get dressed up for a great experience, here is a link to our dress code that you can share with your guests. https://www.steak48.com/steakhouses/beverly-hills/dress-code/Please dress as your elegant selves. You are going to have a great time!If you need any special accommodations or flowers reach out to us at the host desk! We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. The Ivy

4.8

Exceptional(8320)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Beverly Hills

Booked 110 times today

The Ivy's flagship Robertson Boulevard location near Beverly Hills and West Hollywood has been an essential Los Angeles dining destination since chef Richard Irving and designer Lynn von Kersting opened its doors in 1980. With its charming white picket-fence patio, vibrant interiors decked with fresh flowers, and its legendary status as a celebrity favorite, dining at The Ivy is both an indulgence and an event. Signature dishes, such as Ricky’s Fried Chicken, The Best Crab Cakes, Lobster Tagliatelle, Coconut Cake with raspberry filling, and the famous Ivy Chocolate Chip Cookies, showcase classic American comfort infused with French baking, Italian, Cajun, and Mexican influences. All breads are baked in house and uses the best healthy, organic ingredients available.A short walk from Melrose and LA’s bustling fashion district, the cozy and festive atmosphere is enhanced by personalized, attentive service on either the sunlit patio or colorful interior of this family-run institution.

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3. Bacari Beverly Hills

4.7

Exceptional(129)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Beverly Hills

Booked 105 times today

Bacari Beverly Hills is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 7th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special. Our team provides warm hospitality in our large, open indoor space & our charming patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Beverly Hills. We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Beverly Hills is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

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4. The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills

4.8

Exceptional(1611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Beverly Hills

Booked 36 times today

Vibrant and unforgettable, there's no better place to sit, sip and unwind in Beverly Hills than our bar. You'll find an exceptional wine list and a cocktail menu filled with classic and new creations. It's the perfect destination for all in search of relaxed late-night indulgence.

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5. Cipriani Beverly Hills

4.5

Awesome(117)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 66 times today

Cipriani Beverly Hills is open for Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week. Sunday to Thursday: 11:30am to 10:30pmFriday and Saturday: 11:30am to 11:30pmJazz CaféModeled after a retro supper club, the Jazz Café at Cipriani Beverly Hills offers classic Cipriani cuisine, attentive service and live entertainment, providing an intimate, warm atmosphere.$15.00 Entertainment Fee will be applied to all reservations and walk-ins. Thursday: 5:30pm to 10:30pmFriday and Saturday: 5:30pm to 11:30pmIn 1931 a long-sought dream became reality. Giuseppe Cipriani opened the doors to Harry's Bar. In a discreet stone building perched along a canal just off Piazza San Marco in Venice, he created a timeless and impeccably appointed establishment. His concept was to serve others as you would want to be served yourself. His vision of simple luxury came to touch the souls of people all over the world. Four generations of Cipriani have grown a single restaurant, into a world renowned hospitality brand .

6. The Little Door

4.8

Exceptional(3061)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • West Hollywood

Booked 43 times today

Two simple wooden doors open up to quite a buzz in an otherwise romantic courtyard, where a colorful crowd hangs at the bar and lingers at coveted patio tables. Inside, seats spread throughout the candlelit house-turned-restaurant with intimate furniture. Organic seasonal ingredients, creatively prepared and impeccably presented, characterize our unique menu. If you do not see a reservation time for the time you would like please also check on Tock at exploretock.com/thelittledoorFor reservations on Holidays, please call the restaurant.

7. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3477)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 48 times today

Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.

8. Ivy at the Shore

4.8

Exceptional(3573)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 68 times today

Ivy at the Shore brings the charm of its legendary sister restaurant, The Ivy, to the picturesque setting of Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, right across from the Santa Monica Pier. Established by chef Richard Irving and designer Lynn von Kersting in 1985, this elegant yet relaxed beachside gem offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from its breezy front patio and lush bungalow. Guests can savor signature dishes such as Ricky’s Fried Chicken, Lobster Ravioli, Grilled Vegetable Salad, and delectable house-made desserts including the celebrated Ivy Chocolate Chip Cookies and Red Velvet Cake. Infused with vibrant tropical décor, Ivy at the Shore captures a festive yet laid-back ambiance ideal for leisurely brunches, sunset dinners, or celebrity spotting. Known for the artistic flair of its Tiki bar, personalized, attentive service and dedication to fresh, seasonal ingredients, Ivy at the Shore remains a beloved coastal dining destination for both locals and visitors alike.

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9. Wally's Beverly Hills

4.8

Exceptional(103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Beverly Hills

Booked 35 times today

Wally's continues to trailblaze the beverage and culinary scene with the opening of Wally's Beverly Hills encompassing a cheese, wine and spirits retail store: a world-class concept encompassing a cheese shop and a wine and spirits retail store within an elegant yet casual restaurant setting. Wally's Beverly Hills is designed to be a one-stop shop for everything delicious – including cheese, specialty meats, caviar, and artisanal chocolates. With our peerless selection of rare spirits, extraordinary gourmet fare, and a list of over 100 wines by-the-glass to explore, each trip to Wally's is a journey to the world's finest vineyards.

10. Drake's Hollywood

4.5

Awesome(149)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hollywood

Booked 18 times today

Drake's is a swanky, old Hollywood-inspired restaurant with sophisticated cocktails at a large, circular bar.We accept reservations 7 days in advance. Reservations open up at 9 am. For groups of 8 or more, please call the restaurant. Reservations are strongly encouraged as we have limited walk-in availability.Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice for any adjustments. No-show reservations will incur a fee of $50 per guest.We do not seat incomplete parties. To ensure that all parties are seated punctually and with ample time to enjoy their experience, a time limit is enforced: 1 hour 45 minutes for parties of 22 hours for parties of 3 to 4 2 hours 15 minutes for parties of 5 to 8Valet is available.A 5% surcharge will be added to each guest check. This charge is for the benefit of Drake’s employees. In support of this initiative, the entirety of this charge is retained by Drake’s.

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Jessica
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had the most amazing dinner with the most amazing server, his name was Amari. We sat in the glass booths on the kitchen. He was by far the most humble, the most personable, and the most caring server we have ever experienced. Even if the food was terrible, I would go back because of Amari, but the food was amazing and worth every penny we spent.
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Steak 48 - Beverly HillsPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Beverly Hills
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4.8
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Stephen
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 17, 2025
Antoinette is the best!!! Always terrific good and service.
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The IvyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Beverly Hills
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4.8
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Eduardo
1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 15, 2025
Great experience the maneger was a sweetheart. On of the servers was rude. But the manager handled the situation very fast and fared. I would be back.
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Cipriani Beverly HillsPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Beverly Hills
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4.5
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Michelle
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 15, 2025
Food was great and the service was excellent! We truly enjoyed our night out.
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Bacari Beverly HillsPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Beverly Hills
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4.7
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Soodeh
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 6, 2025
Everything was excellent. Nothing to complain. We really enjoyed our Sunday brunch.
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The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly HillsPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Beverly Hills
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4.8

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