20 Most Famous Hollywood Restaurants

20 Most Famous Hollywood Restaurants

Hollywood is a neighborhood in the central region of Los Angeles, California. Hollywood’s name is synonymous with the American film industry. Hollywood beckons tourists with landmarks like TCL Chinese Theatre and the star-studded Walk of Fame. When it comes to food, tourists and locals alike frequent eateries in nearby Thai Town. Here, you can find a refined eatery offering a sophisticated experience, places with full-service bars, bistros boasting foreign delicacies, diners offering affordable food choices, cafes serving freshly roasted blends, and so much more.

Hollywood offers the best restaurants when it comes to a romantic setting, from beautiful interiors with ambiences that will set the mood for the evening. You can also find budget-friendly hotels that cater for a family’s or even children’s needs. In this article, we highlight the 20 most famous Hollywood restaurants.

1. Musso & Frank Grill 

As Hollywood’s oldest restaurant, Musso’s has been serving up the finest cuisine for 100 years. The decades spent providing unparalleled service and a welcoming ambience have brought them world recognition 

For 100 years, Musso’s has been serving up classic, time-honored, freshly prepared recipes. From the original 1914 recipe for Fettucine Alfredo to their mouthwatering ground beef sandwich, their classic menu hasn’t changed over the course of time. You can also try a juicy steak for dinner by ordering the Roast Prime Rib of Beef. Make sure you reserve before visiting them.

Practical Information

Address:  6667 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, United States

Call:  +1 323-467-7788

Open:  Tue  – Sat 5 pm – 11 pm  Sun 4 pm – 10 pm Mon Closed

Reservations: MUSSOANDFRANK.COM, opentable.com

2. The Spare Room 

The Spare Room is an award-winning cocktail lounge and gaming parlor located on the mezzanine level of the Hollywood Roosevelt hotel. It is a place built on social interaction, that brings groups together through their appreciation and passion for innovative cocktails, music, design and lots of gaming.

The Spare Room is a place where attention to detail exudes a sense of authenticity and comfort. Complete with two vintage bowling alleys, this restaurant would be the perfect place to bring your family for lunch and an afternoon of fun. If you’re looking for a filling meal, order the Spare Room Burger. 

Practical Information

Address:  7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call: +1 323-769-7296

Open:  Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri,  Sat 8 pm – 2 am  Sun, Tue Closed

Menu: SPAREROOMHOLLYWOOD.COM

3. Banh Oui 

Banh Oui is a California eclectic restaurant by Chef Casey Felton, located in the heart of Hollywood. When customers ask Casey about the menu, she tells them that as with most creative endeavors, the menu reflects her childhood more specifically her upbringing in Los Angeles and as a daughter to a Japanese transplant.

Banh Oui is inspired by banh mi sandwiches.  In one sandwich, you get all the elements that Casey looks for in a dish.  It has spice, pickles, fresh herbs, and a meaty element to create a beautiful balance in one bite.  Every dish on the menu mimics these same flavours. They also have an additional team of other chefs who are sure to make your meal at Banh Oui memorable.

Practical Information

Address:  1552 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call:  +1 323-645-7944

Open:  Mon-Sun 11am – 5pm

Menu: BANHOUI.COM

4. L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele

L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele serves traditional Neapolitan pizza and homemade pasta in the heart of Hollywood. This world-renowned Neapolitan pizzeria also serves many Italian and Mediterranean specialties. They are dedicated to creating felt experiences while honoring and celebrating the Italian culture, cuisine and hospitality spirit. 

Guests who visit L’ Antica Pizzeria da Michele are welcomed into beautiful courtyards, which serve as central gathering points so they can view pizzas being prepared in the restaurant’s imported stone oven.  You can also try a refined pasta dish by ordering the Sausage & Truffle.

Practical Information

Address:  1534 N McCadden Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call:  +1 323-366-2408

Open:  Mon  – Wed 11 am – 11 pm  Thur – Fri  11am – 12am  Sat – Sun 10 -12 am

Reservations:  DAMICHELEUSA.COM

5. Gwen

Gwen is both an old-world, European-style butcher shop and an elegant restaurant that is redefining fine dining in LA. A stone’s throw from iconic Hollywood venues, a pre-theatre menu is also available for guests looking for a quick bite before a night on the town. 

Gwen features very aesthetically pleasing interiors and would serve as the perfect restaurant for a fine-dining experience. Ranked highly are their flavorful salads, premium-quality meats and house-made pasta specialties. Reservations are highly recommended.

Practical Information

Address:  6600 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call:  +1 323-946-7500

Open:  Tue – Thur 5 pm – 9:30 pm Fri – Sat  5 -10pm Sun 4:30 -8:30 pm Mon – Closed

Reservations: RESY.COM

6. Yamashiro Hollywood

Yamashiro Hollywood sits atop the Hollywood Hills with break-taking panoramic views of Los Angeles, from Griffith Observatory to the Pacific Ocean, and everything in between. The dining experience boasts Asian-inspired dishes supported by our modern cocktail program, featuring artisanal sakes and hand-crafted cocktails.

Yamashiro offers Indoor and Outdoor dining service. They’re open for dinner every week from Monday to Sunday for dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm. They recently unveiled an all-new menu and revamped cocktail program, and plenty of open-air seating that includes encased tent covers and heat lamps.

Practical Information

Address:  1999 N Sycamore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068, United States

Call: +1 323-466-5125

Open:  Mon – Sun 5 -11pm 

Reservations: RESY.COM

7. El Floridita  Restaurant 

El Floridita Restaurant in Hollywood serves authentic Cuban and Caribbean inspired cuisine daily for both lunch and dinner. Nestled in the heart of Hollywood, they welcome you to come experience the most authentic Cuban experience in all of Los Angeles.

El Floridita offers live entertainment every Monday, Friday, and Saturday. Their doors open at 7 pm for dinner seating and reservations are highly encouraged. There is a complimentary salsa dance lesson at 8:30 p.m. on Mondays, Friday and Saturday. The live entertainment starts at 9:30 p.m. where you can enjoy the best salsa bands in Los Angeles.

Practical Information

Address: 1253 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90038, United States

Call: +1 323-871-8612

Open:  Wed, Thur, Sun 11:30am – 9pm Fri, Sat, Mon – Sun 11:30am – 2am Tue Closed

Menu: ELFLORIDITA.COM

8. La Boheme

Since 1991, La Boheme has created a magnificent setting for large and small intimate dinners, along with private and corporate special events. Known as one of the most beautiful, romantic spots in Los Angeles, this iconic West Hollywood restaurant, bar and lounge offers a one-of-a-kind French Brasserie experience, with a modern selection of wines, beer, and hand crafted cocktails. 

The restaurant has stellar reviews such as, “The vibe is here.. the decor, the food, the music and great service!” “Very friendly staff and a delicious variety of drinks a d plates” amongst many more.

Practical Information

Address: 8400 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States

Call: +1 323-848-2360

Open:  Mon – Thur 5-10pm  Fri 5pm – 12am Sat 11am-12am Sun 11am – 10pm 

Reservations: LABOHEMEWEHO.COM, OPENTABLE.COM

9. Madera Kitchen

Madera is a hip, gorgeous, bohemian, rustic, indoor/outdoor, fully turnkey restaurant, bar, and wedding and event space in the heart of Hollywood, perfect for your wedding and rehearsal dinner. They include so much and provide a great value for a reasonable price.

Take your Madera experience up a notch by visiting their Wine Room.They host parties ranging from 6 to 20 guests who will enjoy a preset menu and an intimate, unique experience. Wine pairing is available by bottle or glass. Make sure to make your reservations before visiting them.

Practical Information

Address: 1835 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call: +1 213-261-3687

Open:  Tue, Wed 5:30 – 11pm Thur, Fri 5:30pm – 12am Sat 6pm – 12am 

            Sun 11am – 10pm Mon – Closed 

Reservations: RESY.COM

10. Mama Shelter Los Angeles

Set in the lively Hollywood neighborhood, this funky boutique hotel is an 8-minute walk from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, 3 miles from the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park and 4 miles from Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Amenities include 2 colorful, eclectic restaurants; 1 serves French and American cuisine, while the other overlooks the city and the iconic Hollywood sign from the rooftop. There’s a bar featuring stylish light fixtures. 

Practical Information

Address: 6500 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call:  +1 323-785-6600

11. Mother Wolf

Evan Funke’s newest venture, Mother Wolf finds its home inside the historic Citizen News building in Hollywood. Chef Evan Funke is a steward of Italian cooking traditions and culture. His latest venture, Mother Wolf, pays tribute to Rome’s mythological origin story of Remus, Romulus and the Lupa Capitolina. 

With Rome as the singular inspiration for Mother Wolf, Funke’s rich and soulful cooking is a mosaic of the ancient, pastoral and urban culinary heritage of la cucina Romana. The menu echo’s themes of shepherds, popes, farmers and artisans with wafer-thin wood fired pizzas, hyper-seasonal antipasti and the exceptional pastas for which Funke is renowned.

Practical Information

Address: 1545 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call: +1 323-410-6060

Open:  Mon – Thur 5:30 – 10:30pm Thur, Fri 5:30pm – 11pm Sat 5pm – 11pm 

            Sun 5pm – 10:30pm 

Reservations: MOTHERWOLFLA.COM, RESY.COM

12. Luv2eat Thai Bistro

Luv2eat is operated by two chefs who are originally from Thailand. Chef Fern has always loved cooking since her childhood. She spent a great amount of time learning many secret recipes from her beloved 90 year old grandma who inspired her to be a chef. Unlike Chef Fern, Chef Pla got her degree in the Bachelor of Communications Arts Program and had worked extensively in the film industry in Thailand. Her great passion for cooking comes from a strong culinary business background. Her grandmother owned a restaurant in Thailand. Her dad was an executive chef at five star hotels in Phuket where her mom opened a successful restaurant also. 

At Luv2eat Thai Bistro, the well-known crab curry is Chef Pla signature dish became very popular because of the secret recipe that has been passed through generations. Chef Pla is also well known for her desserts. She loves to bake and it’s easy to see from the reaction of those who’ve tasted her desserts that she has a passion for it. Her signature dessert “Planoffee” and Thai tea pudding became legendary with all her customers.

Practical Information

Address: 1545 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call: +1 323-498-5835

Open:  Mon – Sun 11am – 10pm 

Reservations:SAPPCLUB.COM

13. Providence

Award-winning Chef Michael Cimarusti’s seminal restaurant Providence, is completely dedicated to procuring the finest sustainable seafood, from regional coasts and international waters and treats those ingredients with uncompromising respect and sophisticated technique. “First and foremost, what guides us here is sustainability,” Cimarusti says. “We use only wild-caught, sustainable products, mostly from American waters, and look to highlight their finest qualities.”

The accolades for Providence include “Top 50 Restaurants in the United States” by Gourmet magazine; “Best Seafood Restaurant” by Los Angeles magazine; the #1 ranking in “Jonathan Gold’s 101 Best Restaurants” in the Los Angeles Times; a James Beard Award, and two highly coveted Michelin stars.

Practical Information

Address: 5955 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, United States

Call: +1 323-460-4170

Open:  Tue – Fri 6pm – 9pm Sat 5:30pm -9pm Sun, Mon Closed

Reservations: PROVIDENCELA.COM

14. Horses

Horses is a Californian restaurant and drinkery with a nod to the European bistro, influenced by the original Ye Coach & Horses, a historic Hollywood watering hole. 

At Horses, the timeless menu is inspired by the bounty and seasonality of California, accompanied by classic libations and a jovial spirit.

Practical Information

Address: 7617 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046, United States

Open:  Wed – Sun 5:30 pm – 1 am

Reservations: RESY.COM

15. Found Oyster

Found Oyster is nestled in the heart of East Hollywood. inspired by the blue-collar oyster bars in New England, Found Oyster intersects classic east coast seafood shacks with west coast flavors. the jewel box space offers seafood-focused fare, including crudos, lobster rolls, and a full raw bar with oysters from the general manager.

Joe Laraja’s family oyster farm in Orleans, Massachusetts. Champagne and Coors, oysters and chowder. They don’t take reservations but there is wine while you wait.

Practical Information

Address: 4880 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029, United States

Call : +1 323-522-6239

Open:  Mon – Fri  4-10pm Sat – Sun 12- 10 pm

16. Brent’s Delicatessen and Restaurant

Brent’s Delicatessen & Restaurant is a family-owned deli in Southern California dedicated to serving guests quality meals from traditional recipes to premium cuts. Established in 1967, Brent’s Deli has earned acclaim for its mile-high reuben sandwich and has been voted the top delicatessen and restaurant in Los Angeles by Zagat Survey, Los Angeles Magazine, and the Los Angeles Times Reader’s Choice. 

Brent’s Bar is known for serving quality craft beers, specialty cocktails and mimosa flights complete with a happy hour menu. From small plates to complete catering and Sunday brunch to a full-service deli, come discover LA’s best.

Practical Information

Address: 2799 Townsgate Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91361, United States

Call : +1 805-557-1882

Open:  Mon – Sun 8am – 8 pm

17. The Apple Pan

The Apple Pan is a restaurant in Los Angeles, opened in 1947, that is locally famous for its hamburgers, apple pies served with vanilla ice cream, and banana cream pie. The restaurant, opened in 1947, is one of Los Angeles’ oldest continuously operating restaurants. 

The Apple Pan’s  model  has been replicated for its successful 1950s-themed franchise, copying the menu, presentation, counter seating and grilling area especially for the Johnny Rockets chain based on this original restaurant: a small menu with few items, hamburgers served wrapped in paper and on cardboard plates, hamburgers grilled-to-order in full view of the counter-seated customers.

Practical Information

Address: 10801 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, United States

Call : +1 310-475-3585

Open:  Tue – Thur,  Sun 11am – 11pm  Fri, Sat 11am – 12am

18. Los Balcones

Los Balcones is a Family owned Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant and has been part of the Los Angeles County community since 2004. Over the years they have updated their menu and cocktails to keep a fresh new look. 

Many people have come from different walks of life to try their food and experience an authentic taste of Peru. They have partnered with Head Chef Ricardo Zarate to bring a Rustic Peruvian Cantina to Los Angeles.

Practical Information

Address: 1360 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

Call : +1 323-871-9600

Open:  Tue – Thur 5-10pm Fri- Sat 5 – 11pm Sun, Mon – Closed

Reservations: RESY.COM, OPENTABLE.COM

19. Salt’s Cure

Salt’s Cure first opened in 2010 in West Hollywood with a focus on whole animal butchery and farm to table cooking with the freshest ingredients sourced locally from the farmer’s market, ranches and sea are used to create regional American comfort cuisine.

Salt’s Cure boasts natural wines, a modern space with stunning décor, the option to customize your own breakfast plate catering to your tastes, and generous portions.

Practical Information

Address: 1155 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, United States

Call : +1 323-465-7258

Open:  Wed, Thur 9am – 9pm Fri- Sat 9am – 10pm Sun 9am – 3pm

            Mon – Tue Closed

Reservations: RESY.COM

20. Rao’s 

Rao’s provides its guests classic Italian American cuisine and hospitality, steeped in tradition and culinary history since 1896.This fantastic eatery offers an upscale interior with eye-catching decorations, accommodating servers, and a relaxed ambiance. 

The Cavatappi with Garlic and Broccoli is a superb option for pasta lovers. The Chicken Scarpariello is also highly recommended from their menu. Reservations are highly recommended before visiting. 

Practical Information

Address: 1006 Seward St, Los Angeles, CA 90038, United States

Call : +1 323-962-7267

Open:  Sun – Thur 5 – 9pm Fri- Sat 5 – 10pm 

Reservations: RAOSHOLLYWOOD.COM