September 28, 2009

The Little Door Los Angeles

Big Mediterranean flavors rule in this sprawling restaurant with several cozy dining areas, including a lush secret-garden-like patio.

  Beverly Center, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Cozy

September 28, 2009

The Hall at Palihouse Holloway Los Angeles

A little French fare in the courtyard sounds just right morning, noon, or night. Move into the lobby lounge if the moment (or the powerful Writer’s Block cocktail) strikes you.

  Hollywood, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Romantic

September 28, 2009

Inaka Natural Foods Restaurant Los Angeles

Have a cup of twig tea inside the sparse den serving healthy, country-style cuisine with steamed veggies, grilled fish, and tofu.

  Fairfax District, Food & Drink, Healthy, Natural

September 8, 2009

Dan Tana's Los Angeles

Even if you make a reservation at the Italian institution, you’ll have to wait. But time flies thanks to the charming old-school waiters and over-the-top clientele who put on a real good show.

  Mid-City West, Food & Drink, Celebrity Sightings, Classic Cocktails

September 8, 2009

Urth Caffe Los Angeles

If the best part of waking up is finding a vanilla nut coffee (made with organic coffee beans, of course) in your cup, then you won’t mind the crowd at the counter or waiting for sidewalk seating.

  Mid-City West, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Organic

September 8, 2009

Beverly Hills Juice Club Los Angeles

Think kombucha and wheatgrass are all the rage? BHJC has been serving raw juices since 1975. Just wait — hot tomato tonic is going to catch on next.

  Beverly Center, Food & Drink, Healthy

September 8, 2009

Jones Los Angeles

Rock ’n’ roll will never die. Neither will this joint. Consider a late-night pasta to soak up the stiff drinks.

  Hollywood, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Late Night

September 8, 2009

The Ivy Los Angeles

Go to see and be seen at the shabby chic home of scrumptious fried chicken, delectable minty gin gimlets, and a perpetually paparazzi-filled sidewalk.

  Beverly Hills, Food & Drink, Celebrity Sightings, Lunch Spot

September 8, 2009

The Roger Room Los Angeles

An old-fashioned bar for a newfangled time. Behind the fortune-teller front, find a turn-of-the-century-style hideaway where you can knock back inventive takes on classic cocktails like Japanese Maple and Flim Flam with a selective crowd all night long.

  Beverly Center, Food & Drink, Classic Cocktails, Old School