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JiRaffe |
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502 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica 90401 • 310-917-6671
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Distance:
~0.39 mi * |
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SANTA MONICA. JiRaffe specializes in Californian-French cuisine as interpreted by chef-owner Raphael Lunetta. The two-level dining room is elegant yet comfortable, perfect for feasting on a seasonal menu that may include starters like roasted tomato tart with caramelized onion confit or roasted rabbit with herbed polenta. Entrees often include several seafood selections: pepper-crusted ahi with soba noodles or crispy salmon with parsnip puree, for example. For dessert, try Meyer lemon soufflé with blackberries. Knowledgeable, courteous service is a plus. |
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Mélisse |
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1104 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica 90401 • 310-395-0881
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Distance:
~0.75 mi * |
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SANTA MONICA. Traditional French decor and high-end tableware complement the cuisine at Mélisse and foster elegant, memorable dining. The menu changes frequently to take advantage of seasonal produce, and entrées may include dry-aged cote de boeuf roti for two with potato-leek torte or roasted squab with seared foie gras and citrus jus. For dessert, try a chocolate soufflé or crème brulee. The wine list is exceptional, and several selections are available by the glass. Dinner tasting menu $95 with no wine pairings; carte blanche menu $145 without wine pairings. |
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Chinois on Main |
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2709 Main St, Santa Monica 90405 • 310-392-9025
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Distance:
~1.54 mi * |
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SANTA MONICA. One of culinary superstar Wolfgang Puck's many SoCal restaurants, Chinois on Main is a perennial LA favorite. The menu features Asian-inspired cuisine prepared with French flair and California sensibility. Notable menu items include roasted squab with pinot noir-huckleberry sauce, wonton-wrapped sea bass with Riesling sauce, and Shanghai lobster with ginger-curry sauce. Enticing desserts include a caramelized apple spring roll with ginger ice cream, lemon tart with lemon gelato and blueberry compote, and macadamia nut tart with roasted pineapple and rum raisin ice cream. |
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Orris |
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2006 Sawtelle Blvd, West Los Angeles 90025 • 310-268-2212
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Distance:
~3.67 mi * |
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WEST LOS ANGELES. Striking that rare balance of casual, inviting atmosphere and delicious, upscale food, Orris is a natural choice for a relatively quick but high-quality dinner. Headed by Hideo Yamashiro, the same chef behind popular (and more formal) Shiro in South Pasadena, Orris boasts a menu based around small plates, reasonably-priced and filling portions of items like smoked chicken and walnut salad, shrimp mousse ravioli in shiitake cream sauce, and prime filet mignon skewer with Roquefort butter. A decent selection of beers, wines, and sakes increases the restaurant's cachet. |
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La Cachette |
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10506 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles 90025 • 310-470-4992
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Distance:
~4.99 mi * |
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BEVERLY HILLS. Chef-owner Jean François Meteigner's delightful, award-winning hideaway is quite a find, especially for those who enjoy fine dining but not the associated calories. Light French cuisine – made with considerably less butter, cream, and oil – is nonetheless exceptionally flavorful. To start, try foie gras prepared two ways, or sample seared fresh sardines with sour cream and caviar. Entrees include sautéed sweetbreads with lemon glaze and seared venison chop in blueberry sauce. Desserts make use of seasonal fruits and also include decidedly decadent chocolate creations. Excellent wine list. |
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The Restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air |
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(Restaurants - French) |
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701 Stone Canyon Rd, Los Angeles 90077 • 310-472-5234 • 800-648-4097
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Distance:
~5.75 mi * |
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BEL AIR. Boasting elegant style and service in a world-class hotel, this LA favorite is a top choice for any meal. The beautiful dining room is relaxed and serene, ideal for enjoying a lunchtime club sandwich fashioned of lobster, bacon, avocado, and tomato. The dinner menu is opulent too, from its caviar, foie gras, and oyster appetizers to entrees like mustard-crusted salmon, a grilled filet mignon, and rack of lamb. Perfect for a power lunch or a romantic dinner. For extra-special occasions, reserve the chef's table. |
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Le Pain Quotidien |
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9630 Little Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills 90210 • 310-859-1100
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Distance:
~6.53 mi * |
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BEVERLY HILLS. French for "Daily Bread," this café and bakery features warm, inviting European ambience and is a favorite haunt of models and celebrities. Even so, the establishment is not out to set trends or attract a fashionable crowd; rather, its main goal is to provide scrumptious, open-face sandwiches fashioned of items like smoked salmon, duck pâté, and fresh breads. After you've indulged in them, give yourself over to the cafe's delicious cakes, pastries, and baked goods too. A communal table is available, as are individual perches. |
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User Rating: 9.75
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Michel Richard |
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310 S Robertson Blvd, Beverly Hills 90048 • 310-275-5707
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Distance:
~7.40 mi * |
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BEVERLY HILLS. In need of a pick-me-up? This patisserie features a glass case of delectable treats – from coffee custard eclairs to apricot tarts. Michel Richard creates extremely high-quality pastries and desserts using fresh, natural ingredients, including some organic ones. Dark chocolate truffles with Grand Marnier have a loyal following, as do sugar cookies, almond twists, and light-as-air palmiers. Sidewalk tables mean you don't have to travel far before you can dig in. |
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Sona |
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401 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood 90048 • 310-659-7708
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Distance:
~8.29 mi * |
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WEST HOLLYWOOD. This elegant, hip, and modern New French spot delights diners with 6- and 9-course tasting menus, as well as an extensive à la carte offering of first-, second-, and third-course plates. Make your way past the burbling water sculpture and granite decanting station to your table, and prepare to savor dishes like Maine lobster risotto, Tahitian shrimp with chorizo onion marmalade, and venison with blackberry jelly. Sweet treats include sweet-and-sour lemon verbena cheesecake and watermelon basil seed granita. Wine pairings are available for each tasting menu. |
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Ortolan |
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8338 W 3rd St, West Hollywood 90048 • 323-653-3300
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Distance:
~8.36 mi * |
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WEST HOLLYWOOD. Extravagant preparations and a striking space help this WeHo establishment stand out from the rest. Whether you opt for the 11-course prix fixe dinner (entire table only; wine pairings available) or choose something from the à la carte menu, you'll encounter creations like egg and caviar cooked in hot ash, seared escargot, cauliflower panna cotta with black truffle, or roast squab with macaroni gratin. The main dining room is elegant and quiet; snag a seat at the 24-foot-long communal table in the lounge if you're looking for a livelier experience. If you're vigilant, you may even catch sight of actress Jeri Ryan, a co-owner along with fiancé and chef Christophe Émé. |
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