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4.5
Awesome(4050)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pasadena
Booked 41 times today
With over 30 years serving up crave worthy food, craft coktails, extensive wine lists and personalized service, we invite you to come dine on our newly renovated patio, bustling main dining rooms, sleek lounge or order our takeout. In Italian, Mi Piace means - I like it; and the Mi Piace Team will make sure you love it at this award-winning restaurant. Mi Piace is the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate dinner, lively lunch, or festive brunch. We take pride in our product and service provided and look forward to having you as our guest in what we call 'home'.
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4.5
Awesome(3175)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pasadena
Booked 35 times today
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Pasadena for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.
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4.6
Exceptional(1186)
Price: Moderate
• American • Monterey Park
Booked 19 times today
Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events is a buzzing spot, as per reviews. With its stunning views and modernized interior, it's a hit for date nights or gatherings. The menu, featuring New American dishes with a Latin twist, receives rave reviews. The service is frequently praised as friendly and attentive. The bar, offering a range of specialty and craft cocktails, adds to the lively atmosphere. This spot is definitely a hot-spot in Monterey Park.
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4.7
Exceptional(8224)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 173 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.8
Exceptional(4946)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 130 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.7
Exceptional(5832)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 85 times today
71Above is a hot spot due to its stunning views, excellent service, and delicious food. Reviewers have consistently praised the restaurant for its 'exquisite' and 'modern American' cuisine, 'professional' and 'attentive' staff, and 'spectacular' ocean and city views. It's described as a 'unique' and 'fantastic' place that's perfect for 'special occasions' and 'feeling on top of the world'.
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4.6
Exceptional(11764)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 154 times today
Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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4.8
Exceptional(321)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 7 times today
Kato serves seasonally-focused tasting menus influenced by Taiwan and Asian American nostalgia. Dining Room Tasting Menu │ $325 The dining room tasting menu focuses on seasonality and innovation. Bar Tasting Menu │ $185The bar tasting menu is a slightly abbreviated collection of classic Kato dishes. An 18% fair wage and operational fee has been added to your bill. It goes to provide elevated, comprehensive benefits, as well as consistent, livable wages for all staff. Though many of our guests choose to leave gratuity for exemplary service, it is neither necessary nor expected, though it is greatly appreciated. This gratuity will be shared by all hourly staff.
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4.6
Exceptional(2909)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
Best New York style steakhouse in Downtown LA with a magnificent view of Los Angeles. We only serve prime beef and freshest seafood. Featuring our top selling signature entrées -- 24 oz. Bone-in Delmonico Ribeye, prime steak, cook to perfection and Maine Lobster Three-Pound, poached or thermidor. Our 90 points-plus wine from the list offers you super premium wine by the glass.
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4.5
Awesome(1658)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 46 times today
A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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  • Jesse
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Let me just say that everything we ordered was chef’s kiss 🤌🏻 the ambience and attentiveness of the staff is also top tier. Definitely coming back soon.
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • David
    Los Angeles •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was excellent. Our waiter Frank did a great job of taking care of us. We were personally greeted by the owner and the manager. Very enjoyable experience!
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    Mi PiacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
    4.5
  • Wendy
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I have seen the several evolutions of this place. By far, the latest owners stepped it up 👏beginning with the redecoration, and menu change! Thank you for raising the bar!!
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    Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
    4.6
  • Shaunavip
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This place is absolutely my favorite restaurant in LA! Every dish on the menu is delicious. You just can’t go wrong with anything!! My favorites are hummus with pita, king oyster mushroom kebab, grilled prawns, and whole lamb rack. The pita bread is freshly baked and it’s so soft that I want to scream when I dip it in the hummus! The mushroom kebab has a good balance between the smoky flavor and fresh lemon zest on top. The avocado sauce on the bottom also has a refreshing touch to it. And the whole lamb rack - you need to order this. Period. Unfortunately, they don’t have the braised beef cheek with coconut rice anymore… But they now have pomegranate sauced ox tail, which I need to try next time I go. Service is good. My server always checks to make sure everything is good. Every dish is introduced and explained when they are presented to the table. The atmosphere is great as well. The patio seating has heaters on so you don’t get cold at night. I absolutely enjoy every single bit of my dinner at this place every time! Not to mention I really like their hand soap… I need to get those for my own place.
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    BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
    4.8
  • nicolinavip
    Los Angeles •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Took a friend who had never been before, he was very impressed. Is going to come back for a Sunday brunch. Our server was absolutely amazing. She interacted with us and it made for excellent service. Very attentive yet gave us time to have an appetizer and social beverage before taking our order. Her name is Joanna.🌟🌟🌟🌟
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    True Food Kitchen - PasadenaPrice: Moderate• American• Pasadena
    4.5
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