Top 25 Restaurants in Los Angeles to Eat at Right Now





Where to Eat in L.A.

SPRING 2016



Spring has sprung and so has a crop of L.A. restaurants you just can't miss. Whether you're a long-time local or visiting out-of-towner, GAYOT has the dish on where you need to go right now. From beachside vegan eats (made by Ellen's former private chef) to elegant French fare in downtown L.A., it's time to get a taste of everything Los Angeles has to offer. These selections are presented in alphabetical order.

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Au Fudge

— West Hollywood



Actress Jessica Biel and Co. have concocted this kid-friendly restaurant in WeHo where cocktails and a children's playroom are just part of the fun.



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Avec Nous

— Beverly Hills



Chef Olivier Quignon is at the helm of this modern French bistro at L'Ermitage Beverly Hills.







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The Bellwether

— Studio City



Seasonal California cuisine takes center stage in the open kitchen at this Studio City hot spot.







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The Belvedere

— Beverly Hills



After a major renovation, The Belvedere is back; the name is the same, but everything else is different.







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Doma Kitchen

— Manhattan Beach



Eastern European comfort food is what you'll get at this charming bistro in Manhattan Beach.







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eLOVate Vegan Kitchen & Juicery

— Santa Monica



EDITOR'S NOTE: THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Chef Roberto Martin offers organic vegan fare, cold-pressed juices and produce-driven cocktails at this modern Santa Monica spot.



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HopSaint Brewing Company

— Torrance



House-brewed beers and farm-to-table fare in Torrance? Yes, please.



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Inotheke

— Santa Monica



Carolos Tomazos pays tribute to his home island of Cyprus at this friendly neighborhood bistro along Santa Monica's bustling intersection of 6th Street and Broadway.



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Kali

— Larchmont



Co-owners Kevin Meehan and Drew Langley parlayed their serious L.A. restaurant experience into Kali, bringing the high standards of fine dining to a more approachable setting.







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Local Kitchen + Wine Bar

— Santa Monica



A hidden gem with serious culinary cred in Santa Monica. Get in now because this place won't be a secret for long.







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LocoL

— Watts



Fast-food revolution? Pretty much. Roy Choi and San Francisco chef Daniel Patterson bring wholesome, affordable eats at this neighborhood joint in Watts.



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Maia

— West Hollywood



EDITOR'S NOTE: THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED The place formerly known as Mirabelle on the Sunset Strip is reborn as a romantic hideaway with an Asian-fusion menu and tasty cocktails.



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Maradentro

— Brentwood



Hard-shell shrimp tacos, tasty tostadas, margaritas rimmed with black lava salt … and a mean burger during lunch. Expect nothing less at this easygoing Brentwood spot for Mexican seafood.







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Obicà Mozzarella Bar, Pizza e Cucina

— Santa Monica



From the fresh cheeses, Neapolitan pizzas and housemade pastas to the lovely staff, this temple to authentic regional Italian cuisine is the closest thing to taking a taste tour around Italy without ever leaving the Westside.







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Pok Pok LA

— Chinatown



Chef Andy Ricker holds his own with this Chinatown outpost serving up signature Northern Thai specialties.







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Recess Eatery

— Highland Park



Head east, young man: Former Patina chef Sevan Azarian offers fine New American cuisine in Highland Park.







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Saint & Second

— Long Beach



Topnotch libations and a comfortable outdoor patio accompany New American cuisine at this Belmont Shore eatery.







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Salt's Cure

— Hollywood



Everything you ever loved about the original Salt's Cure location in a bigger, prettier space. And a full bar, too.







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Spartina

— Mid-City



Seasonal Cal-Italian fare from chef/owner Stephen Kalt makes this one of the best dining options on Melrose Avenue.







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Spring

— Downtown



Take an elegant culinary trip to Southern France at this downtown L.A. restaurant courtesy of esteemed chef Tony Esnault.







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Scratch Bar & Kitchen

— Encino



Chef Phillip Frankland Lee offers a fun culinary experience at this cozy little spot in Encino.







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Tempura Endo

— Beverly Hills



You'll feel like you've just been transported to Japan at this temple to traditional Kyoto-style tempura tasting menus and postprandial tea ceremonies.







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Trois Familia

— Silver Lake



Chefs Ludo Lefebvre, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo bring this much ballyhooed brunch-only spot to Silver Lake.



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Wallflower

— Venice



Those who succeed in finding this Venice nook (there's no sign) will be rewarded with a charming hideaway brimming with the flavors of Southeast Asia.



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Wolf

— Mid-City



"Top Chef" alum Marcel Vigneron finally has a restaurant to call his own — and a place where you can indulge in his version of "seasonal Los Angeles cuisine."







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