Legendary West Hollywood Restaurants
Get Hungry
When you’re hungry and in the mood for exploration, head to the Sunset Strip and neighboring boulevards and side streets to find some of the best West Hollywood restaurants. From classic Italian to Asian Latin fusion and everything in between, these Sunset Blvd restaurants and nearby Hollywood eateries are as diverse as the types of films the city produces every year. Browse our favorites below.
Ago
8478 Melrose Avenue
323.655.6333
Robert De Niro and the Weinstein Brothers own this Italian joint. The brick oven pizzas and garlicky seafood soup are a must. The Tuscan-style T-bone steak is a popular dish that you have to try! Thursday nights seem to be the night of preference for all the celebrities.
Angelini Osteria
7313 Beverly Boulevard
323.297.0070
This might possibly be the best Italian food in L.A.! It’s like having dinner at your Italian mother’s house. The wine list is exceptionally well priced and you can also order most by the glass or carafe.
Asia de Cuba
In the Mondrian Hotel
323.650.8999
Latin Asian fusion cuisine. This is the epitome of L.A. cuisine. This West Hollywood restaurant’s mojitos and tropical drinks will sweep you to the beaches of Havana. You must try the Cuban Spicy Chicken with Coconut Rice, and Macadamia Nut encrusted Halibut. Leave room for dessert and ask for an outdoor table by the arbor or along the windows by the pool for a breathtaking view of the city.
BOA
9000 Sunset Boulevard
310.278-2050
Celebrities and all L.A.-in-the-know flock for the amazing prime steak and lobster served in this hip, fine steakhouse. Caesar salad made right at your table and amazing sides like the fantastic seasonal sautéed mushrooms, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and smoked gouda mac n’ cheese. A delicious and classic Sunset Blvd restaurant.
Café Med
8615 Sunset Boulevard
310.652.0445
A Sunset Strip favorite for lunch and dinner. Great pastas, salads and perfect for people-watching on a warm L.A. day at this West Hollywood restaurant.
Clafoutis
8630 Sunset Boulevard
310.659.5233
Known for their delicious desserts and overall menu - grab a table on the Plaza sidewalk and enjoy your meal in the shade.
The Belmont
747 North La Cienega
310.659.8871
Too good to be true… Belmont is a staple of both yummy cuisine and reliable, fun bar environment, the perfect start to a night out or the last stop. Their “Make your own Bloody Mary bar” is not to be missed on the weekends – definitely the hangover cure!
Il Sole
8741 Sunset Boulevard
310.657.1182
Boutique Italian restaurant with an intimate and homely feel yet a favorite on the Strip. Its menu includes a long list of regional Italian wines. Only wine and beer is served at this boutique Sunset Blvd restaurant. A nice spot for dinner!
Cabo Cantina
8310 Sunset Boulevard
323.822.7820
Possibly the birthplace of Happy Hour, this cantina is one of the most affordable places to grab a quick bite to eat and drink it all down! Not too be missed for those who like fun and a crowd!
Caffe Primo
8590 Sunset Boulevard
310.289.8895
Homespun gelato, salads, wraps, smoothies & more. A popular spot for those with a light appetite and little time on their hands. Although a side-walk café, it lives up to the sleek and chic neighboring restaurants over on the Sunset Plaza!
Chin Chin Café
8615 Sunset Boulevard
310.652.1818
The outdoor patio is the perfect place to people-watch on the plaza at this casual Cali-Chinese spot. Neither your eyes nor taste buds will grow tiresome of all the yummy delights found at this Sunset Blvd. restaurant.
Hugo’s
8401 Santa Monica Boulevard
323.654.3993
This is for the healthy-minded only! For the meat eaters or the vegan, Hugo’s offers a range of delights, most from local farmers. From quinoa to their very green casserole…Yummy! Oh! Organic wines, too!
Griddle Café
7616 Sunset Blvd.
323-874-0377
One of LA’s most popular breakfast cafes. The creatively named dishes make ordering fun, and the art of eating is well-received! Want breakfast? Go there!
El Compadre
7408 Sunset Boulevard
323.472.4708
Home to flaming margaritas and the L.A. dietary staple - Mexican cuisine. A classic in the hood: a staple in both cuisine and amongst the favorites list. A short walk from the hotel, this restaurant is not to be missed, especially if you’re shopping for musical equipment in this LA neighborhood.
Dolce Enoteca e Ristorante
8284 Melrose Avenue (Sweetzer)
323.852.7174
Ashton Kutcher’s restaurant is an excellent modern Italian dining experience. The fiery ambiance along with the DJ spinning acid jazz create the perfect scene for some scrumptious Risotto with Gorgonzola and radicchio, lobster fusilli, or chicory-enhanced veal.
Falcon
7213 Sunset Boulevard
323.850.5350
Beautiful people hang out on the large open patio listening to the DJ spin while the diners inside enjoy the exceptional meatloaf and wood fired pizza. A hangout for locals and those in the know. This is the boîte for new American cuisine.
Geisha House
6633 Hollywood Boulevard
323.460.6300
A very trendy Japanese restaurant with cool modern décor, super-high ceilings and an eloquent menu. The theme is the Geisha…the folks are Hollywood.
Katana
8439 West Sunset Boulevard
323.650.8585
Katana offers the best out-door patio dining in this town or any other. The Sunset Boulevard restaurant specializes in Robata-style cuisine; meats, poultry, fish and vegetables are grilled over a traditional Japanese open flame charcoal grill. “Don’t forget the sushi.”
Le Petit Four
8654 Sunset Boulevard
310.652.3863
Dine & people watch at this Sunset Strip restaurant. Great for lunch or dinner - the menu never fails to please.
Mirabelle
8768 Sunset Boulevard
310.659.6022
A staple on the Strip for the last three decades. This Cal-Mediterranean restaurant buys its ingredients from local farmers & fish markets. Do not skip this one!
One
8730 Sunset Boulevard
310.657.0111
A sexy yet functional West Hollywood restaurant and bar with late night dinning - until 1 am. Great for intimate dinners or group gatherings as the spaces are divided into distinct areas that evolve from dining to livelier lounge niches. Don’t miss this gem among Sunset Blvd. restaurants.
Spago
176 North Canon Drive
310.385.0880
Spago is the crown jewel of the Puck universe. This Beverly Hills Celebrity hangout offers all that you can expect in imaginative California cuisine and of course - World famous Pizza. If you’re lucky, you may find Chef Wolfgang Puck back in the open kitchen creating a dish or two.
The Ivy
113 North Robertson Boulevard
310.274.8303
This is the place to be seen for a weekend brunch. This cozy French farmhouse has a great all-American never changing menu. Ask for storefront patio seating. Order the Crab Cakes and Grilled Vegetable Salad.
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