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Yamashiro - Hollywood is located behind the Hollywood Bowl and Hollywood and Highland Center. Enter through meticulously manicured Japanese gardens to the Yamashiro 'Mountain Palace'. A CalAsian menu includes choices of Calimari Tempura, Spicy Seafood Miso Soup, Sweet and Spicy Shrimp, Asian BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Wagyu 'Kobe' Ribeye. Sushi & Saki Bar include many traditional choices in addition to signature martinis, elixirs, teas, wines and beer. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Yamashiro
1999 N. Sycamore Avenue
Hollywood, California 90068
(323) 466-5125
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Formosa Cafe - Hollywood is located on Santa Monica Boulevard just west of La Brea. This historic landmark is rich in Hollywood history with over 250 autographed pictures on the wall from stars that have dined there. Pictures include James Dean, Frank Sinatra, Paul Newman, Humphrey Bogart, Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, Marlon Brando and Elizabeth Taylor to name a few. They are located directly across the street from Warner Brothers Studios. Menu choices include Seared Ahi Salad, Tempura Shrimp, Crab and Shrimp Cakes, Barbeque Kobe Beef Burger, Pork Fried Rice and Mongolian Beef. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
Formosa Cafe
7156 Santa Monica Boulevard
Hollywood, California 90046
(323) 850-9050
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Pink's - Hollywood are located on La Brea Avenue at Melrose Avenue. You can't miss the bright pink building with a line that usually wraps around the building. Considered the 'Hot Dog to the Stars', celebrities can often be seen standing in line with everybody else for 'The World's Best Chili Dog'. Standard menu choices include Spicy Polish Dog, Brooklyn Pastrami & Swiss Cheese Dog, Bacon Chili Cheeseburger and Tamale topped with Chili. Specialty choices include the Ozzy Osbourne Dog, Martha Stewart Dog, Huell Howser Dog and Lord of the 'RINGS' Dog. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Dress is definitely casual.
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Pink's
711 N. La Brea Avenue
Hollywood, California 90038
(323) 931-4223
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La Bohéme - West Hollywood is located near the intersection of La Cienega and Santa Monica Boulevard. This romantic dining experience features indoor and outdoor seating by candle light, patio heaters and fireplaces. Large gothic structure with rich wood and stone accents and large crystal chandeliers. Dining selections include Caramelized Sea Scallops, Dungeness Crab Salad, Maine Lobster Risotto and Prime Flatiron Steak. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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La Bohéme
8400 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, California 90069
(323) 848-2360
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Dan Tana's - West Hollywood is located on Santa Monica Boulevard just north of Melrose Avenue. Remember the hit TV show from the early '80's called 'Vegas', starring Robert Urich? The producer of the show loved this restaurant so much, he named Robert Urich's character, 'Dan Tanna', after them. Celebrities and Hollywood elite can often be found dining here. This steak and Italian restaurants features specialties like Linguini Clams, Cioppino, Chicken Cacciatore, Veal Chop and Steak & Peppers. Open nightly for dinner only. Dress is casual to semi-formal.
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Dan Tana's
9071 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, California 90069
(310) 275-9444
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The Ivy - Beverly Hills is located on Robertson Boulevard just south of Beverly Boulevard. This is the only restaurant on this site that does not have a website. This is because The Ivy is one of your best chances for dining with a celebrity so we didn't think it should be left out. On any given day, the limos and Bentley's of L.A.'s rich and famous can be found lingering in the front while they dine at tables next to common folk like you and I. They serve French-American cuisine in a quaint cafe setting with indoor and outdoor seating. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
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The Ivy
113 N. Robertson Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California 90048
(310) 274-8303
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The Stinking Rose - Beverly Hills Open daily for lunch and dinner. "We Season Our Garlic With Food!"® is the modo of this award-winning steak & seafood restaurant. They claim that not one of their patrons has ever been bitten by a Vampire. Specialties include Dungeness Killer Crab, Mussels & Shrimp, Roasted Rabbit, Forty Clove Garlic Chicken, Tiger Prawns with Prime Rib and Shitake Mushroom & Asparagus Pizza. Dress is business casual to semi-formal.
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The Stinking Rose
55 N. La Cienega Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California 90211
(310) 652-7673
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Crustacean - Beverly Hills is located in the heart of Beverly Hills on Santa Monica Boulevard at Bedford Drive. This restaurant is tauted for its Euro-Vietnamese decor and features an aquarium in the floor that winds through the bar to a huge, walled aquarium. Seafood with hints of Asia are the specialty with choices like Chilean Sea Bass, Whole Dungeness Crab, Pacific Rim Dumplings, Wok Egg Noodles with Prawns and Asian Pasta with Sautéed Salmon. Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, dinner on Saturdays and closed Sundays. Dress is business-casual.
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Crustacean
9646 Santa Monica Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California 90210
(310) 205-8990
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Nobu Matsuhisa - Malibu, Beverly Hills is located on La Cienega between Wilshire and Beverly Boulevards. They specialize in serving traditional Japanese dishes in a traditional environment. Menu choices include Sushi, Kushiyaki, King Crab Claw Tempura, Eggplant with Miso Sauce, Chicken Udon, Bento Box Lunches and a plethora of Japanese sodas, beer and saki to accompany your meal. Open for lunch Monday-Friday and dinner nightly. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Nobu Matsuhisa
129 N. La Cienega Boulevard
Beverly Hills, California 90211
(310) 659-9639
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The Beachcomber Cafe - Malibu is situated at the base of the Malibu Pier. On one side of the pier is an enclosed restaurant and on the other is an open bar offer warm sun and ocean breezes. Expansive views of the Pacific and Surfrider Beach to the north. Warming blankets are offered on the back of each chair in the outdoor bar for keeping cozy in cool temperatures. Menu items include Portobello Scramble, Mediterranean Pizza, Gazpacho Soup, Seafood Pot Pie, Agave Lamb and more. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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The Beachcomber Cafe
Malibu Pier
23000 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-9800
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Moonshadows - Malibu is situated on PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) at water's edge, at the east end of Malibu. This is a favorite with locals and features an oceanview restaurant with wine bar & lounge. Expansive views of the Pacific and Santa Monica to the south. Menu items include Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Barbecued Mediterranean Octopus, Red D'Anjou Pear Salad, Grilled Scottish Salomon, California Bouillabaisse and Grilled Dijon Marinated Pork Chop. This is the place if you're looking for lighter seafood fare that's grilled or broiled rather than the typical fried choices. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Saturday & Sunday brunch. Dress is business-casual.
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Moonshadows
20356 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-3010
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Neptune's Net - Malibu is situated on PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) at the far west end of Malibu. Situated across PCH from a popular surf spot, 'The Net' has been a popular hangout for locals and surfers since 1958. They specialize in affordable fish-n-chips style seafood choices. Menu items include Clam Chowder, Fried Shrimp Basket, Fish-n-Chips, Fish Sandwich, and more. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
Neptune's Net
42505 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-3095
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Duke's - Malibu is situated on PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) at water's edge, just a short distance south of the Malibu Pier. Named after a legendary Hawaiian surfer, Duke's is decorated with a Hawaiian theme and pictures that pay homage to Duke Kahanamoku. Expansive views of the Pacific and Santa Monica to the south. Menu items include Crab & Macnut Wontons, Crab & Shrimp Melt, Crispy Coconut Shrimp and Lobster & Prime Sirloin. Open for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Duke's Malibu
21150 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 317-0777
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Gladstones - Malibu & Long Beach are located in Malibu on PCH where Sunset Boulevard intersects and in Long Beach at The Pike. The Malibu location is situated on the beach and offers panoramic views of the Pacific. Gladstones is well known for preparing terrific seafood specialties and can often attract famous celebrities. Choices include Crab Benedict, Manhattan Chowder, Jamaican Jerk Salmon, Linguini with Clam Sauce, Live Dungeness Crab and Live Maine Lobster. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Gladstones - Malibu
17300 Pacific Coast Highway
Pacific Palisades, California 90272
(310) 454-3474
Gladstones - Long Beach
330 South Pine Avenue
Long Beach, California 90802
(562) 432-8588
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Bistro 45 - Pasadena is located on Mentor Avenue between Colorado and Del Mar Boulevards, south of the 210-freeway. They feature indoor and covered, outdoor seating in a classic art deco building. Menu choices include Lasagnette of Fontina Polenta, Angel Hair with Gorgonzola, Pan Roasted Maple Leaf Duck Breast, Grilled Australian Baramundi and Seared Rougie Foie Gras. Open for lunch Tuesday-Friday and dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Bistro 45
45 S. Mentor Avenue
Pasadena, California 91106
(626) 795-2478
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Violet - Santa Monica is located off Interstate 10 west of the 405 freeway, at the Pico Boulevard exit. Acclaimed California cuisine is served in a modern California setting. Dishes include Soba Noodle Salad, Goat Cheese Omelette, Seared Scallops, Grimaud Farms Duck Breast and Venison Meatballs. Open for lunch Tuesday-Friday and dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Dress is business-casual.
Violet
3221 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 453-9113
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Melisse - Santa Monica is located on Wilshire Boulevard at 11th Street. They are located a short distance from the beach and feature French cuisine with American influences. Melisse is one of the highest rated restaurants in Los Angeles County. Courses include Lobster Bolognese, Potato Gnocchi, Slow Cooked Rabbit, Liberty Duck Breast and Roasted Jidori Chicken. Open Tuesday-Saturday for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Melisse
1104 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, California 90401
(310) 395-0881
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Ocean & Vine - Santa Monica is located at the end of Interstate 10 at Ocean Avenue and situated within the Loews Santa Monica Hotel at oceanfront. They feature indoor and outdoor seating with multiple firepits, comfortable booth seating with oversize pillows, romantic lighting and panoramic ocean views. Ocean & Vine serves American cuisine including choices of Santa Monica Benedict, Pinenut Pesto Fettucini, Grilled Alaskan King Salmon, Soft Shell Crab, Duo of White Peking Duck and Short Rib Osso Buco. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Sunday brunch. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Ocean & Vine @ Loews Hotel
1700 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, California 90401
(310) 576-3180
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Drago - Santa Monica is located on Wilshire Boulevard at 26th Street. This award-winning Italian restaurant is continuously rated one of the top restaurants in L.A. for Italian fare. They specialize in game dishes like Elk, rabbit and quail. Menu choices include Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, Seafood Risotto with Squid Ink, Pan Roasted Rabbit in Sweet & Sour Sauce and Pumpkin Tortelloni in Creamy Sage Sauce. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Drago
2628 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, California 90403
(310) 828-1585
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Tito's Tacos - Culver City is located off Interstate 405 at Washington Place. This classic Mexican food stand has often been touted for serving the best Mexican food in L.A. The specialize in simple, traditional Mexican fare done to perfection. Menu items include burritos, tacos, tamales, enchiladas, tostadas, rice and beans. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
Tito's Tacos
11222 Washington Place
Culver City, California 90230
(310) 391-5780
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Traxx @ Union Station - Los Angeles is located on Alameda Street one block north of Highway 101, in downtown L.A. Traxx offers fine dining in the landmark Art Deco structure of Union Station. Choices include Louisiana Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Classic Reuben Sandwich, Venison Carpaccio, Spice Crusted Tofu Steak, Wild Virginia Striped Bass and Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin. Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner and only the bar remains open on Sunday. Dress is business-casual.
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TIP: Union Station was the set for the police station in the movie 'Blade Runner' starring Harrison Ford. Traxx may actually be located in what was Chief Bryant's office.
Traxx @ Union Station
800 N. Alameda Street
Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-1999
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Campanile - Los Angeles is located on La Brea Avenue between Wilshire and 3rd. The structure was original owned by Charlie Chaplin and today houses the award-winning Campanile and La Brea Bakery. Menu choices include Corn Battered Soft Shell Crab, Grilled Rare Yellowfin Tuna, Roasted Halibut with Black Truffles, Sautéed Hanger Steak and Rabbit Two Ways. Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner and weekends for dinner only. Dress is business-casual.
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Campanile
624 S. La Brea Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90036
(323) 938-1447
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Gate of India - Los Angeles is located on Sunset Boulevard between La Brea and Gardner. Gate of India serves traditional North Indian cuisine and specializes in Tandoori, Chicken, Lamb, Seafood and Rice & Biryani dishes. Menu choices include Lamb Tikka, Shrimp Coconut Curry, Chicken Biryani, Eggplant Bharta and Garlic Naan. All choices are available for dine-in, takeout or delivery. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Gate of India
7300 W. Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90046
(323) 874-6673
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Water Grill - Los Angeles is located in the heart of downtown L.A. on Grand Avenue between 5th and 6th. They are praised as being the top seafood restaurant in L.A. and one of the best in the nation. Menu selections include Petrossian Caviar, Seared Wild Big Eye Tuna, Sumac Coated Australian Barramundi, Striped Bass Ceviche and Butter Poached Maine Lobster. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
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Water Grill
544 S Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90071
(213) 891-0900
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Darya - Los Angeles is located on Santa Monica Boulevard at Bundy Drive. Darya is one of L.A.'s finest Persian restaurants. Menu items include Filet Mignon Shish Kabobs, Adas Polo, Naderi Soltani, Ghemeh Bademjan and Veggie Skewers. Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner and weekends for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to formal.
Darya
12130 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90025
(310) 442-9000
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San Antonio Winery - Los Angeles is located north of downtown L.A. between the 5, 110, 10 and 101 freeways. San Antonio Winery is the oldest in the state and only a short distance from downtown's Union Station and Olvera Street. Menu choices include Homemade Lobster Ravioli, Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato & Basil, Tuscan Chicken, Hangar Steak, Chilean Sea Bass and Italian Sausage Panini. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
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San Antonio Winery
737 Lamar Street
Los Angeles, California 90031
(323) 223-1401
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Providence - Los Angeles is located on Melrose Avenue between Highland and Vine. This seafood restaurant has not only been hailed as one of the top restaurants in L.A. but also the nation. Each course is a display of art as much as it is a delicacy. Choices include Jumbo Lump Blue Crab, Caviar, Smoked Salmon Risotto, Japanese Thai Snapper and Wild Black Sea Bass. Open nightly for dinner and lunch is only served on Friday. Dress is business-casual to formal.
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Providence
5955 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90038
(323) 460-4170
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The Kettle - Manhattan Beach is located on Highland Avenue one block north of Manhattan Beach Boulevard. This upscale coffee shop is situated only a short distance from the Manhattan Beach pier. You can't miss the giant black kettle suspended in front of the restaurant. Menu items include Chicken & Artichoke Omelette, Crabcake Benedict, Braised Pot Roast Dip, BBQ Bacon & Cheddar Burger, Sheepherd's Beef Stew and Tuscan Chicken. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
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The Kettle
1138 Highland Avenue
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
(310) 545-8511
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Jackson's Village Bistro - Hermosa Beach is located on Pier Avenue between Hermosa Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). Open daily for dinner. Specialties include Angel Hair Pasta with Crab and Asparagus, Peruvian Chicken Breast with Honey-Chile Glaze, Aged Filet Mignon, Roasted in a Cabernet-Gorganzola Sauce and Seared Aged Ribeye Steak with Green Peppercorn Sauce. Open Tuesday-Sunday for dinner only. Dress is business-casual.
Jackson's Village Bistro
517 Pier Avenue
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
(310) 376-6714
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Creme de la Crepe - Hermosa Beach is located on Pier Avenue between Hermosa Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). This French restaurant specializes in crepes and fondue. Traditional French menu selections include escargot, Beef bourguignon and Chicken Marsala. Other choices include omelettes, pastas, paninis, and seafood plates. Crepes include breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert crepes. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Creme de la Crepe
424 Pier Avenue
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
(310) 937-2822
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Buona Vita - Hermosa Beach is located on Pier Avenue between Hermosa Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). This restaurant serves Italian classics like Capellini Scampi, Chicken Primavera, Ravioli di Salmone and Lasagna di Spinaci. Open nightly for dinner. Dress is business-casual.
Buona Vita
425 Pier Avenue
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
(310) 372-2233
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L'Opera - Long Beach is located on Pine Avenue between Ocean and Broadway, at The Pike. They serve Italian classics in courses and prepared to perfection. Choices include Calamari Fritti, Spinachi e Manzo Insalata, Gnocchi Filanti, Ravioli al Tartufo and Agnello alla Siciliana. Open nightly for dinner and Monday-Friday for lunch also. Dress is business-casual to formal.
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L'Opera
101 Pine Avenue
Long Beach, California 90802
(562) 491-0066
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555 East - Long Beach is located at, you guessed it, 555 East Ocean Boulevard between Pine and Shoreline. This highly acclaimed restaurant specializes in steak and also serves seafood, pasta, chicken and lamb dishes. Choices include Baked Goat Cheese with Roasted Garlic, Fresh Grilled Swordfish, Prime Ribeye and Prime Porterhouse Steaks. The bar features an astounding selection of wines, scotch and whiskey. Open nightly for dinner and Monday-Friday for lunch also. Dress is business-casual.
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555 East
555 E. Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, California 90802
(562) 437-0626
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Sevilla - Long Beach is situated in the Pike region of Long Beach off Pine Avenue. They feature a nightclub with Flamenco, Tango, Gypsy and other styles of dancing. Spanish menu choices include Sautéed Meatballs al Jerez, Roast Lamb Cordobesa, Cold Marinated Tapas, Baked Rabbit Basque Style, Grilled Salmon a la Parrilla and Seafood Paella. Dinner & live music nightly. Dress is casual to business-casual.
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Sevilla
140 Pine Avenue
Long Beach, California 90802
(562) 495-1111
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Claire's @ LBMA - Long Beach is situated in the back of the Long Beach Museum of Art on Ocean Avenue. This indoor/outdoor cafe features breathtaking, panoramic views of the Long Beach shoreline. Menu choices include Breakfast Burrito, Eggs Benedict, Pacific Duck Salad, Salmon Avocado BLT, Wild Mushroom Borsettini and Grand Marnier Chocolate Mousse. Open Tuesday-Friday for lunch and Saturday-Sunday for breakfast and lunch. Dress is casual.
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Claire's @ Long Beach Museum of Art
2300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, California 90803
(562) 439-2119
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Bono's - Long Beach is located at the north end of the popular 2nd Street in Belmont Shore. This is one of two restaurants owned by the daughter of the late, Sonny Bono. "And His Beat Goes On." Italian influenced menu includes Roasted Corn Crab Cakes, Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Bono's Lasagna, Hoisin Glazed Halibut and New York Steak Caprese. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
TIP: Their Roasted Corn Crabcakes are the best we've experienced and not to be missed.
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Bono's
4901 E. 2nd Street
Long Beach, California 90803
(562) 434-9501
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McKenna's - Long Beach is located in Los Alamitos Harbor near the intersection of 2nd Street and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). This steak, seafood and oyster bar features one of the best views in Long Beach. Early evening rewards patrons with a view of the multitudes of sailboats returning from a day at sea. Menu choices include Dungeness Crab Cakes, Seafood Taquitos, N’Awlins Chicken Roast, Linguini del Mare, Wood Fired Hawaiian Swordfish and Wood Fired Peppercorn Steak. Open Tuesday-Sunday for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual. Live music on weekends.
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McKenna's
190 N Marina Drive
Long Beach, California 90803
(562) 342-9411
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