FOODIE HOT SPOTS
LURA’s favourite restaurants in LA
NOBU MALIBU
Address: 22706 CA-1, Malibu, CA 90265, USA
Cuisine: Japanese
Nobu Malibu has combined the original Nobu’s renowned cuisine and exceptional service with an enviable Malibu oceanfront location, making this not only the place to enjoy high-end sashimi and an extensive range of sake, but the place to be seen.
CATCH
Address: 8715 Melrose Ave, WeHo, CA 90069
Cuisine: Seafood
This luscious and extravagant restaurant in the design district of West Hollywood mixes an infusion of great seafood, superb sushi and Asian influences to create a vibrant outpost of the acclaimed New York restaurant with something for everyone.
MARGOT
Address: 8820 Washington Blvd #301, CA 90232
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Spanning an impressive indoor/outdoor space situated high on a stunning rooftop providing 360-degree views of the city below, Margot is exceptional for both cuisine and experience. With a menu full of Mediterranean flavours, regional wines and crafted cocktails this restaurant is the perfect example of working with market-driven seasonality to create a spectacular culinary event.
SPAGO
Address: 176 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Cuisine: Californian
Situated in a contemporary space filled with natural light thanks to the glass walls and an impressive skylight roof, the food served in Spago matches the sleek and simple interior with a menu created by the renowned Wolfgang Puck. The cuisine offered here is a modern Californian menu that focuses on local produce and sustainability whilst also being delicious to both eat and look at.
OSTERIA MOZZA*
Address: 6602 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
Cuisine: Italian
The standards have been set high in this dark and elegant upscale Italian with a dazzling reputation for the best pasta in town. The centrepiece of Osteria Mozza is a white Carrara marble Mozzarella Bar, presided over by renowned chef Nancy Silverton. With a sumptuous interior and decadent food, Osteria Mozza also boasts a relaxed atmosphere and attentive service ensuring it ticks every box.
POLO LOUNGE
Address: 9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Cuisine: Californian
Opened in 1941, The Polo Lounge is the epitome of Beverly Hills sophistication and continues to be the most glamorous restaurant in Los Angeles, bar none. With an elegant understated style and a Californian cuisine this is the perfect spot to while away summer nights.
LE PETIT BELVEDERE
Address: 9882 S Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Californian
The fun, luxurious and refined Caviar Kaspia has been a landmark for over 90 years. From fashion designers to artists, writers, businessmen and connoisseurs, this is a meeting place for the most stylish Parisians. All sorts of caviars are served, of course, as well as smoked fish plates or the very coveted Norwegian Salmon - simple food dedicated to high quality products.
PROVIDENCE**
Address: 5955 Melrose Ave, CA 90038
Cuisine: Seafood
Embark on an unprecedented journey on the Seine aboard the first 100% electric boat, with Parisian haute cuisine by Alain Ducasse. The Michelin chef offers lunches and dinners aboard this floating restaurant. Outside of the cruise departure hours, you can enjoy an afternoon tea or an aperitif on the quay with an unobstructed view on the Iron Lady.
A.O.C.
Address: 8700 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Cuisine: Farm to table
Celebrated chef Eric Frechon has created a temple of gastronomy that is French cuisine personified. Overlooking Hotel Le Bristol’s elegant French garden that boasts a restrained, distinguished elegance, signature dishes at this Michelin star restaurant include stuffed macaroni with black truffle and the Bresse Farm hen poached bladder. Épicure is a firm favourite with visitors and locals alike.
TOCA MADERA
Address: 8450 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Cuisine: Mexican
Internationally renowned French chef Guy Savoy is the creator of this multi award winning eponymous restaurant. Inside the building of the Monnaie de Paris, the restaurant is split into five small dining rooms that overlook the Seine, plus one additional room. Savoy exhibits playful and artful dishes, like foie gras served as lollipops and sea bass with a flavourful crunch.