Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Los Angeles

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sushi Bar Tetsuya

5.0

5 (20)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Studio City

About the restaurant

Sushi Bar Tetsuya was established by third-generation sushi chef, Tetsuya Tanabe, in the hopes to innovate the timeless art and tradition of sushi, while honoring their grandfather and family’s legacy. A selection of nigiri sushi and Tetsuya's signature rolls are served where modern innovation meets tradition in a contemporary space with both counter and table seating.

Top review

GaryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

There are many sushi options in the Valley and greater Los Angeles area but this little gem is outstanding. Delicious and creative options.

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5.0

5 (2854)

$31 to $50

Italian

Valencia

About the restaurant

15 years ago the Piccola Trattoria name was introduced to the Santa Clarita Valley. A concept that began from its Sicilian roots, a way to offer the delicious meals the Piccola Trattoria family grew up enjoying, our interpretation of the best we have come to know in the Italian culture using the best local ingredients as simply as possible. The same delicious simple food that tastes as good as you remember from your last visit to Italy. The menu is an expression of our most cherished Italian dishes, ranging from fresh pastas, handmade raviolis, and pizza, and incorporating all the freshest local produce, seafood, and meat available. A vast wine list highlighting our collection of the best wine regions in Italy to compliment your dining experience. Our staff is passionate about bringing you Italian hospitality in a warm atmosphere that hopes to remind you of an intimate family dinner. We look forward to welcoming you into Piccola Trattoria! Ciao!

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Ryan

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD, SERVICE, AND AMBIANCE HANDS DOWN!! It is our favorite restaurant and perfect date night! Mike behind the bar makes AMAZING drinks….especially the Espresso Martini! The wait staff, bus team and ownership are all amazing people!

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Popular dish

Lasagna

Popular dish

Spaghetti alla Pescatora

Baran’s 2239

5.0

5 (1413)

$31 to $50

American

Hermosa Beach

About the restaurant

Baran’s 2239 is committed to serve exceptional food in a casual atmosphere. The idea formed when brothers Jason and Jonathan Baran linked up with long time friend and chef Tyler Gugliotta. Hours of prep and creativity go into every single dish, using only fresh and homemade ingredients. Baran’s 2239 has over 40 craft beers and extensive wine list. Recognized on Michelin's Bib Gourmand 2018 list

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JordanVIP

Dined on May 4, 2025

Place is awesome, everything was great! Food was amazing and so was the service. Also their breakfast burritos are great too

Melisse

5.0

5 (2002)

$50 and over

Californian

Santa Monica

About the restaurant

Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.

Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.

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Onuralp

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

Great experience from everyone involved including front and the kitchen.

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu, May- $399

Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu, June- $399

Genwa Korean BBQ DTLA

4.9

4.9 (35)

$31 to $50

Korean

Downtown

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delicious meal with friends or family at Genwa Korean BBQ DTLA located at the heart of downtown Los Angeles. It boasts an contemporary decor and a casual atmosphere, offering high-quality meats and other authentic Korean dishes. Genwa dtla is renowned for its extensive variety of "banchan" Korean side dishes, setting it apart from other Korean BBQ establishments. Notably, Genwa features state-of-the-art smokeless grills, ensuring you won't smell like you've been to a campfire. Guests can choose from seafood, beef, pork and veggies to cook at their table on a smokeless grill. Genwa also has appetizers, desserts and dumplings, as well as noodle, vegetarian and rice dishes. It even provides entrées that are cooked in the kitchen. Earning top spot on LA Weekly's 10 Best Korean BBQ Restaurants in Los Angeles in 2012, Genwa continues to impress. It offers a full bar serving numerous drinks and cocktails. The restaurant accepts reservations and offers take-out services to guests.

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Angela

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Great Korean BBQ, service was fabulous. We highly recommend

Lenny's Casita

5.0

5 (46)

$31 to $50

Kosher

Beverly Hills

About the restaurant

Mexicali street food concept by culinary creator Chef Lenny. The Casita blends authentic Mexican street food with Chef Lenny’s California roots and fine-dining experience to create a unique taqueria that can only be described as MexiCali. Glatt Kosher under the OK supervision.

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LauraVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This place was phenomenal. The food was delicious. The staff was so attentive. I can’t wait to go back. Can’t wait.

Sushi Tomoki

4.9

4.9 (135)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Studio City

About the restaurant

Chef Tomoki Hombe - Proudly serving premium sushi in LA.

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Annalyse

Dined 3 days ago

My new favorite spot in LA! Such great sushi, loved that the rolls weren’t stacked so high so you can actually eat each piece in one bite. We’ll definitely be back!

Centanni - Burbank

4.8

4.8 (912)

$31 to $50

Italian

Burbank

About the restaurant

After almost 9 years in Venice, Chef Marin Santos proudly opened Centanni - Burbank location in 2015. We specialize in home made pasta, and offers the finest freshest ingredients, served by a friendly, professional staff.

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YvetteVIP

Dined on Mar 29, 2025

Food was delicious. Our server was really good and very friendly. It was my friend‘s first time there, and they loved it and so we shall probably be back

Marino Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1541)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Marino Ristorante is deeply rooted in Hollywood since the late 1950’s when Ciro (Mario to friends) Marino landed in Hollywood and has ever since had generations of who’s who in the movie, record, art, political and business LA community at his tables. Today it is still family owned and given its warm welcome flavor by the second generation of Marinos, Mario in the dining room and brother Sal in the kitchen.

The decor is modern and comfortable with memorabilia from a 60 year career which all come together to create its appeal. Described by many marrying the quintessential NY Italian in Los Angeles for its history coupled with today’s seasonal menu, highlighting the best locally sourced ingredients and top notch freshest seafood available.

Top review

Alex

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing hospitality!!! Food was absolutely delicious

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Popular dish

Pasta

Spago - Beverly Hills

5.0

5 (5811)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Beverly Hills

About the restaurant

Spago Beverly Hills, Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant, is a culinary oasis in the heart of Beverly Hills. This elegant venue offers a unique blend of California cuisine and global influences, creating an unforgettable dining experience. The menu showcases Chef Puck's innovative spirit, featuring seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. Signature dishes like the Smoked Salmon Pizza and Grilled Veal Chop highlight culinary artistry, while an extensive wine list complements the offerings with classic and contemporary selections. Spago's sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere includes floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light. The outdoor patio, adorned with lush greenery and twinkling lights, provides a romantic setting for al fresco dining. Exceptional service is a hallmark of Spago, with attentive and knowledgeable staff ensuring every guest feels valued. More than just a meal, Spago is a destination for those seeking a remarkable culinary journey.

Top review

Edward

Dined on May 4, 2025

A great dining experience from drinks to dessert. The food, the service, the space. The best the city had to offer.

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