Best Restaurants for People Watching in LAX / Westchester

57 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Lillie's at The Culver Hotel restaurant

1. Lillie's at The Culver Hotel

4.2

Price: Expensive

• French American • Culver City

Booked 25 times today

Lillie's offers a refined dining experience inspired by European cafe culture. With elegant interiors, a relaxed patio, and a signature live music lineup. Proper attire and good manners required. Open Monday for hotel guests/events only.Join us forBreakfast served 7am-11am. (Tue - Fri)Breakfast served 7am-10am. (Sat, Sun)Lunch served - 12pm-4pm. (Tue - Fri )Garden Hour - 3pm-5pm. (Tue - Fri)Dinner served - 5pm -10pm. (Last seating 9:30pm).Afternoon Tea Sat and Sun - 10am-2:30pm.Bar service until late - Sun, Tue & Wed 11:00pm close.Thur, Fri & Sat - Midnight close.Live Music:Tuesday & Wednesday - 7 pm to 10 pm.Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 8 pm to 11 pm.To note: A 5% wellness fee is added to all checks to support our staff's health. A 20% gratuity will be included for parties of 6+. A fee of $5 per person is charged for any dessert brought from outside of the restaurant.Parking: Valet 7am-11pm $15/- for 3 hours (validated), $20/- over 3 hours, $52/- overnight

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2. Élephante - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1316)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 258 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

3. Catch LA

4.7

Exceptional(10171)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Hollywood

Booked 165 times today

Perched above the dynamic streets of the West Hollywood Design District on the corner of Melrose and San Vicente, Catch LA features modern renditions of classic dishes served in a streaming, shareable style of dining. The retractable rooftop haven marries simple yet elegant, seafood, sushi, and steak with excellent service and a lively atmosphere complete with a unique, open-air dining room and breathtaking views of Downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills. The menu features signature dishes including the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, A5 Japanese Wagyu on a hot rock, Mushroom Spaghetti, and Cantonese Lobster.

4. CENTO

4.8

Exceptional(872)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mid-City

Booked 35 times today

BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.

5. LAVO Los Angeles

4.6

Exceptional(1421)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Hollywood

Booked 91 times today

LAVO Los Angeles is a 250-seat coastal Italian restaurant designed for an unparalleled, year-round alfresco dining experience. The restaurant offers an elevated indoor and outdoor dining experience while boasting a spacious sun-drenched dining room with a retractable roof, operable windows, and luxurious Italian furnishings throughout.The kitchen is helmed by Chef Ralph Scamardella, whose menu balances dishes inspired by coastal southern Italy and influenced by Southern California produce while paying homage to LAVO’s signature Italian classics and his Italian-American background.The beverage program features dramatic iterations on the classics alongside bold signature drinks. LAVO’s robust wine program complements the restaurant’s Italian inspiration and West Coast locale, featuring a vast selection of Old-World wines, as well as wines from California’s iconic regions.

6. Cannabis Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(631)

Price: Expensive

• American • Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

Booked 177 times today

The Original Cannabis Cafe is a welcoming space for those who are cannabis connoisseurs and those who are canna-curious. Our comprehensive Flower Menu offers everything from pre-rolls, flower, small edibles and beverages to premium smoking accessories and all the way up to concentrates for experienced connoisseurs. If you're new to cannabis or haven't consumed in a while, our Flower Hosts will make recommendations and guide your experience. Our cafe offers tourists and locals the opportunity to experience cannabis in a sociable, restaurant-style atmosphere. There hasn’t been anything like this in existence for over 100 years, dating back to pre-prohibition era cannabis tea pads. We’re excited to set the standard on what a US-based cannabis cafe is, and share this rare experience with our like-minded (and inquisitive) cannabis community.

7. Craig's

4.7

Exceptional(991)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 65 times today

Reservations accepted two weeks in advance.Serving American fare from upscale comfort food to vegan specialities in the heart of the West Hollywood Design district. Craig's offers covered and heating patio seating, indoor and bar seating. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins accepted and our bar features our full dinner menu.

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8. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

4.8

Exceptional(1565)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 65 times today

Calabra at Santa Monica Proper Hotel (One MICHELIN Key 2024) is located on the hotel's rooftop. The elevated garden terrace provides an inspiring atmosphere, with the ocean as a backdrop. Whether from the pool sundeck or circular bar, the views are best enjoyed with dinner, boutique wines, seasonal cocktails, and small-batch spirits. Serving Mediterranean & Californian cuisine with a view. Seating arrangements for all reservations at Calabra may include outdoor dining, bar area, as well as our indoor/ outdoor covered lounge space. Be sure to dress warmly.**Dinner reservations are for dining only. Drinks will be accommodated upon first come first serve at the bar area. Private Couch Alcoves are available with a rental and minimum spend**

9. The Tower Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1964)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 78 times today

The Terrace at the famous Sunset Tower Hotel debuted a new look in May of 2018, featuring a refreshed outdoor dining experience with updated furnishings and an elegant new bar. The Tower Bar Restaurant has split views of the city from either side of the lobby. It offers a swank lounge, bar and an al fresco dining experience. Custom made banquettes line the windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Art deco design influences include walnut with gold inlay trim in a subtle, muted color scheme. The delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. A dress code is enforced, please call for information.We are now open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is offered six nights a week, Monday-Saturday. We are unable to guarantee a seating preference of indoors or outdoors. We recommend a sweater or light coat during the evenings.Shorts, baseball caps, sweats, sandals, tank tops, phone calls, computers and photos are not permitted.

10. zinc@shade

4.8

Exceptional(271)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Manhattan Beach

Booked 12 times today

A true fusion of coastal living with Los Angeles nightlife. Start with a craft cocktail and some of our unique small plates or order one of our mains with a glass from our extensive California wine list. Cool, hip, comfortable, inviting, we transcend the traditional beach feel with modern blurred lines that blend indoor-outdoor living.Join us for our Lunch Combo $14.95 - Monday - Friday 1/2 Sandwich & Soup or Salad Special choice of Peruvian soup, broccoli cheddar soup or mixed green salad andTurkey Club Sandwich, Chicken Pesto Panini or Hot Pastrami Sandwich

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Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Like always top notch. We with my cousin and her best friend from visiting from Canada and I asked for a table by the balcony and they were able to accommodate us perfectly. We had a great time and enjoyed the fantastic view. You can’t go wrong with Élephante. Outstanding!
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Élephante - Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Lisa Marie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service from start to finish. Beautiful ambience, dishes were amazing.
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Catch LAPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Hollywood
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4.7
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Jasmine
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
I had breakfast here for the first time to celebrate my friend’s birthday and it was such a sweet experience. The staff gave us mimosas and surprised us with a chocolate cake on the house. The coffee and food was great.
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Lillie's at The Culver HotelPrice: Expensive• French American• Culver City
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4.2
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Laurie
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Celebrated our 7 year anniversary and the hostess seated us right by the olive tree. It was a magical night with even a candle on top of our banana tiramisu bread pudding - wow. Thank you for being part of our special day :)
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CENTOPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Mid-City
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4.8
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Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
Wonderful staff. Delicious food. I asked for recommendations and the waiter was knowledgeable of the menu.
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LAVO Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Hollywood
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4.6

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57 restaurants available nearby

1. Lillie's at The Culver Hotel

2. Élephante - Santa Monica

3. Catch LA

4. CENTO

5. LAVO Los Angeles

6. Cannabis Cafe

7. Craig's

8. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

9. The Tower Bar

10. zinc@shade

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