Allentown Restaurants

Chakra Restaurant and Lounge is a premier destination for contemporary Indian cuisine in Los Angeles. The vibrant setting combines traditional Indian decor with sophisticated accents, with different rooms offering unique atmospheres to suit any mood or preference. A fashionable bar/ lounge offers internet access and flat screen TV’s, while the seductive dining room offers a sleek yet traditional setting, adopting hues of India’s signature dishes and celebratory colors. Patio dining offers a casual setting while the private VIP lounge promises an exotic and swank experience.

This modern American steakhouse owes its charm and signature style largely to Executive Chef and Partner Laurent Tourondel. Chef Tourondel showcases his years of experience working with both classic French techniques and innovative contemporary methods in this French bistro-inspired urban steakhouse menu. Seafood enthusiasts and devout carnivores alike may appreciate the spread he’s laid out – the raw bar selection boasts delights like the Oysters, Littleneck Clams, and Jonah Crab Claws, and Kobe beef polishes the rich assortment of tasty prime cuts. Also, satisfying sides like the Jalapeno Mashed Potatoes and the Stuffed Squash Blossoms offer another element of satisfaction.

One step inside from the bustle of Melrose takes you into Dolce, a trendy Italian restaurant with a cozy dark decor and some fantastic people watching. Known for its ambiance, tasty Italian classics, and hip crowd, Dolce is perfect for a romantic date, or a pre-club meal. From the traditional Pesto Gnocchi and Osso Bucco to the more fusion-based Tuna Tartare and Mango Bruschetta, Dolce's menu caters to all tastes and appetites. Drink options include a full wine list, including selections by the glass, as well as a large selection of cocktails. It is certain that Dolce's decor and ambiance …

When looking for the freshest seafood, Red Fish is the place to dine. Red Fish serves a variety of seafood and shellfish that is brought in daily from local seafood markets from the west coast as well as the famous Fulton Fish Market in New York City. The Mesquite Grilled Organic Salmon is the restaurant’s most popular dish. Grilled lemons accompany the salmon which caramelize from the heat and complement the fish with their sweet juice. If guests prefer non-seafood entrees, the menu offers prime meat options. Red Fish offers a serene setting with white curtains and dark redwood tabletops …

As its name implies, Fraiche is an ode to the pleasures of fresh ingredients. Executive Chef Jason Trevi has built a skillfully paired-down Mediterranean menu around the seasons, with simple, masterfully prepared dishes that change subtly with the time of year. Tracking these flavor transformations is like anticipating the turning of autumn leaves, a welcome dose of seasonality in the perennial spring of Los Angeles. Glowing from the warm open kitchen and the Culver City sunlight filtering through street front windows, Fraiche creates an inviting atmosphere that delights in the simple subtleties of the passing of time.

Simon LA, located at the Sofitel Hotel, has been named one of best restaurants in Los Angeles by Los Angeles Magazine. Simon LA focuses on modern American cuisine created by culinary star Kerry Simon. Dishes are one-of-a-kind, while incorporating the freshest seasonal ingredients. With a relaxed atmosphere and a décor featuring marble water walls, a fire pit, an outdoor patio, and an open exhibition kitchen, the menu is American-influenced with international flair. The menu provides options like pasta, salads, and wood-roasted pizzas, as well as fish, beef, and lamb. Chef Simon’s signature Yellow Tail Carpaccio and Bluefin Tuna Tartare are …

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