Los Angeles is one of the best cities in America to try various cuisines. With some of the most talented chefs in the world, you are sure to find a unique eating experience around every corner. Los Angeles is known for its Hollywood night life, glamour, and diverse culture, which makes it a perfect city to explore different cuisines and have unique experiences with food.
Saddle Peak Lodge
This romantic mountain lodge located in the in the hills above Malibu offers a sophisticated dining experience for everyone to enjoy. This massive property has a rich history dating back to the Pony Express of 1861. What makes this restaurant unique is the wall décor filled with taxidermy deer, lit fireplaces around every corner, and rooms filled with hunting artifacts.
This restaurant provides exceptional service, exquisite dinner menus along with its popular seasonal fare and brunch menus. This hidden spot in the hills above Malibu is truly one you will not want to miss.
The Magic Castle
If you’re looking for a different kind of dinner experience while in LA then this is the spot for you. To put The Magic Castle in the same category as other restaurants in LA would be doing it an injustice.
This dinner and a show experience is exclusive to club members only so attending will take some effort. In order to dine in this Victorian style mansion, you must secure an invitation from a current club member. But once inside, you’re sure to enjoy a night of unforgettable magic from some of the worlds best magicians while enjoying the exquisite dinner service.
Sushi Note
If you’re looking to impress someone special or you’re celebrating a special occasion, Sushi Note is the perfect date night destination. Located in Sherman Oaks, you will find this cozy restaurant to be one of the best sushi spots in all of Los Angeles thats known to serve only the freshest sashimi, nigiri and omakase.
You will regret not ordering the omakase sushi meal, which includes a starter, miso soup, edamame, hand roll, and 10 courses all for $80. What makes this restaurant unique is their great selection of wine and the staff’s knowledge when pairing with certain plates.
71Above
When you think of a rooftop restaurant, you usually wouldn’t picture yourself being 71 stories above the ground. Well, that’s exactly where you will be while dining in the tallest restaurant in LA, all while enjoying panoramic views of Downtown Los Angeles. Dine-in before sunset and you are sure to see an unforgettable sunset.
71Above offers unique cocktails, a three-course prix-fixe menu, and exceptional wine selection that will surely impress even the harshest critics.
Barton G
Many have said this place is a must-visit destination when in Southern California. Barton G. has been pushing the limits of casual dining since they opened in Miami seven years ago. Since then, they have opened two other locations in Chicago and West Hollywood. Their unique menu is not only visually appealing by integrating each dish into a creative art presentation, it also tastes exquisite.
Order the lobster Pop-tarts and be presented with your appetizer arriving in an actual toaster. Or the popcorn shrimp that arrives in a mini popcorn maker. Not only is the food to die for, their cocktail selection is one of a kind. Dining at Barton G. will not only leave your belly full, but it will have you laughing out loud at the unique and comical presentation of your dishes.
