Best Cozy Restaurants in Mid-City

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1. Fia Steak

4.8

Exceptional(363)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 7 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef Chris Alvarez-Jett offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

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2. Élephante Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1377)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 262 times today

Élephante is cozy due to its chic ambiance. The restaurant's decor is praised by customers, who appreciate the 'custom furniture and design touches' that envelop them. The stunning ocean views and sunsets also contribute to the cozy atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the 'great atmosphere' and 'lovely ambiance,' suggesting a warm, inviting environment.

3. The Hideaway

4.5

Awesome(899)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Beverly Hills

Booked 56 times today

Hidden inside the Rodeo Collection in the heart of Beverly Hills, The Hideaway features a beautiful outdoor patio, intimate indoor private cabanas, and an exquisite bar. Join us for a culinary journey filled with the rich and vibrant flavors of Mexico, complemented by our handcrafted margaritas.

4. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2174)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 35 times today

Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.

5. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2295)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 179 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

6. Tar & Roses

4.9

Exceptional(4227)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 36 times today

Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible. When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!

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7. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.4

Awesome(847)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 31 times today

Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300

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8. Javier's - Century City

4.7

Exceptional(3066)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Century City

Booked 139 times today

Javier's in Century City is cozy due to its captivating ambiance and friendly service. Reviewers describe the place as 'beautiful', 'chic', and 'excellent' with a 'great vibe'. The restaurant offers an intimate setting, whether you dine in the main dining room, a private room or the bar, which is surrounded by a vast selection of tequilas. The hand-shaken margaritas, craft cocktails, and fine wines add to the cozy feel.

9. AOC - Brentwood

4.5

Awesome(3341)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Brentwood

Booked 40 times today

A.O.C is a small plates restaurant driven by seasonal ingredients, locally sourced. Our California French cuisine was developed by Chef Suzanne Goin, and has some Mediterranean influences as well. We have a large selection of wines by the glass and over 150 bottles chose from, curated by Caroline Styne, all of witch are either organic, biodynamic or sustainable. Featuring a full bar with premium spirits and specialty cocktails.

10. Ospi Brentwood

4.5

Awesome(360)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brentwood

Booked 40 times today

It's time to party at Ospi. Chef Jackson Kalb wants to bring the vibe of a dinner party seven nights (and days) a week from the beloved Venice concept to Brentwood. Alongside our renowned, painstakingly handmade pasta, we now offer our signature pizza romana tonda, endless cheese pulls, and, just for Brentwood, a spritz cart during weekend brunch.

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RobertVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delivered on all fronts! Becoming one of my favorites in Santa Monica!
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Emma-lee
Melbourne •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful dinner with my husband and daughter all the way from Australia. We loved
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The HideawayPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Beverly Hills
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4.5
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Leslie
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
chef Raphael Lunetta is a master. He offers a fantastic menu that is both relatable yet hip and cool and maintains an environment that you never get tired of going to. His food is spot on with options to please the most picky diners if you’re lucky enough to have Jeffrey as your waiter, you are marvel in his ability to cover an entire room with skill and grace, and a terrific sense of humor. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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LarryVIP
Los Angeles •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner (business meeting). Fortunately, we were able to get a table in the back as the noise in the front room was loud (ok LOUD). The food was delicious, the service was superb and the ambiance was nice. The restaurant was jammed on a Wednesday night. That in and of itself is a positive review.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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AprilVIP
Los Angeles •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
This place was absolutely amazing! Everything from the service, the food, the ambiance. I got a5 wagu and it is the best filet I’ve had in my life. The hamachi crudo and the ahi tuna cigar were so beautifully displayed and tasted just as good. 10/10 and would definitely be back!
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.8

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226 restaurants available nearby

1. Fia Steak

2. Élephante Santa Monica

3. The Hideaway

4. Lunetta

5. Gjelina

6. Tar & Roses

7. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

8. Javier's - Century City

9. AOC - Brentwood

10. Ospi Brentwood

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