Dining Alone Restaurants

Bamboo Café combines Vietnamese cuisine and stylish décor together to create a tranquil escape to a faraway land for Simi Valley locals. Hidden behind a façade of bamboo trunks awaits a healthy approach to Vietnamese classics. Starter favorites include standard Spring Rolls, and the Beef or Chicken Salad. Pho lovers have their choice of meats, but the pride of the restaurant is the Bamboo Café Noodle Soup, featuring Filet Mignon, Shrimp, and Beef in a tasty broth with Rice Noodles.Plastered around the restaurant are photos of Pho enthusiasts who conquered the “Pho Real” challenge by finishing a hefty bowl of …

D’Cache is a Toluca Lake local’s go-to spot for modern Spanish cuisine. This colorful restaurant is hidden in strip mall, and once diners step into the Spanish cottage, the lush décor and live music transports them on an exotic Latin vacation. Seated at comfy stuffed chairs or out on the enclosed patio, guests enjoy D’Cache’s take on modern Latin fusion cuisine in the form of tapas, pizettes, sandwiches, and entrees. Of its expansive menu, it is the tapas selection that keeps patrons returning for more. With options like Costillas Cubanas de Lechon, Baby Back Ribs in a Pasilla Honey B.B.Q. …

Up the stairs of the Via Rodeo, on the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive is 208 Rodeo. A quaint and casual fine dining experience, 208 Rodeo has elegant outdoor patio dining that is perfect for people watching or just relaxing with old friends. The restaurant serves modern American cuisine made up of eclectic influences from around the world. Chef Alejandro Arrieta focuses on technique and ingredients when dishing up his signature cuisine. With a varied selection from the breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert menu, 208 Rodeo gives those looking to take a respite from the hustle of Rodeo …

Via Alloro is the brainchild of brothers Giacomino and Tanino Drago. The restaurant, named after the street that they grew up on in the town of Galati Mamertino in Sicily’s Messina region, boasts an authentic family oriented atmosphere. The menu features a range of dishes from Italy, including soups, salads, pasta, pizza, risotto, as well as appetizers and entrées based on fish, chicken, beef, lamb, and sausage. Maintaining fine dining aspects with a heated patio and formal location, Via Alloro is a great place to host a party or sit down for some authentic Italian cuisine.

Just off Robertson Boulevard nestled in the heart of Beverly Hills lies one of Los Angeles’ premium Moroccan restaurants, Tagine. A fusion of old and new recipes combine to create both their ala cart and tasting menus. Each dish is carefully hand crafted and the menu is always seasonally fresh. An eclectic combination of beers and wines follow their ever-changing menu. Chef ‘Ben’ Benameur says about his restaurant, “all I want is a warm place where the food is made with love” and with such an intimate location and cozy ambience he has made this simple statement a reality. For …

The Village Idiot is a one-stop shop with over thirty types of wine ranging in international flavor as well as beers like Guinness on draft and local craft brews. The menu ranges from breakfast, which is served all day, a "day" menu, as well as a dinner menu. A mixture of continental European pub food and American style cuisine, this gastro pub in West Hollywood proves to be both exciting and delicious. The brick walls, plastered with photos from the 1930s and furniture lends this pub an air of casualness. Come socialize, watch a game with friends, relax and enjoy …

For quick but quality Chinese food, head to China One for a hefty portion of deliciousness. Located on Summit Avenue in Fontana, this casual eatery serves Chinese favorites like Vegetable Egg Rolls, Kung Pao Beef with Steamed Rice, and wok fried Mu Shu Chicken. While many frequent the establishment for their efficient take out service, those wanting a causal lunch can enjoy one of China One’s lunch specials. Offered daily until 4:00 p.m., diners choose between a variety of delights, from Orange Chicken to Beef and Broccoli, served with either Fried or Steamed Rice and Chow Mein Egg Drop soup. …

Alina’s takes great pride in creating authentic Lebanese specialties according to custom: the Alina’s menu only features organic ingredients and Halal meats. Whether guests choose to dine in the intimate restaurant or order their meal to go, the Alina’s dining experience is a gourmet one. Their rotisserie, or Shawarma, is legendarily juicy and their kabobs are goodness on a stick. Alina’s even takes Lebanese dining to the next level by offering hookah service to accompany your meal. Visit Alina’s today for a satisfying taste of Lebanon.

Vegetarians and vegans rejoice at Happy Family Vegetarian, one of Los Angeles’ first organic and macrobiotic restaurants. Meat-lovers also flock to Happy Family for tasty entrees that may substitute ingredients, but never lack in flavor. Tofu and soy are used brilliantly throughout the menu to add substance, healthy protein, and other vital nutrients to specialties already rich in goodness. Whether you’ve fully committed yourself to a meat-free lifestyle or are simply wild about amazing tasting food that just so happens to be good for you, Happy Family will satisfy your appetite and please your soul.

Located down the hill from Magic Mountain in Saugus, Siam Rice II offers the Santa Clarita Valley an authentic taste of Thai cuisine. While the Spartan interior may not suit everyone’s taste, the exceptional service and wide selection of dishes more than makes up for the ambience. Siam Rice II is vegetarian friendly, as all dishes can be ordered with tofu instead of meat at no extra charge. Soups arrive at tables in fire-heated pots, so patrons are assured a hot bowl is ready when they are. Guests love the entire menu, but the Pad-See-You, a house specialty with pan …

Piccola Trattoria is a family owned and operated restaurant serving freshly prepared Italian cuisine to the Santa Clarita Valley. The intimate dining area is a great place for a night out with that special someone, while patio dining offers guests the chance to enjoy an outdoor meal. The kitchen is home to a Sicilian pastry chef who has diners raving about the tiramisu and cannolis, so be sure to leave room for dessert. Popular dishes include the homemade lasagna and risotto that changes recipes on a daily basis. In Santa Clarity, check out Piccola Trattoria for some of the finest …

Pancho Villa’s Mexican Grill is a trip south of the border. Located on Juniper Avenue in Fontana, this restaurant serves Mexican cuisine favorites to guests surrounded by colorful wall murals while a live Mariachi band plays in the background. Offering selections for any meal of the day, diners can enjoy options like Huevos Rancheros, with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and homemade Tortillas to cheese and meat stuffed Enchiladas. Sunday brunch at Pancho Villa’s is the real showstopper. With the All You Can Eat Champagne Brunch Buffet, hungry patrons can fill their plates with culinary delights, all while the champagne flows …

To many people a chef and an artist are one in the same. This is absolutely true of Chef Jordan Kahn of Red Medicine located in Beverly Hills on Wilshire boulevard and South Gale drive. The concept of Red Medicine was cooked up during late nights in Chinatown dives after grueling 18-hour restaurant shifts. It is not classic Vietnamese food, nor is it trying to be. Red Medicine is something new with a tip of the hat to old Vietnam. A dish like the Pork contains traditional Asian ingredients, spring onion, and Sriracha, but the caramelized pork is taken in …

Sweet Rose Creamery offers small batches of homemade ice cream to those looking for a cool treat in Brentwood. The fine folks at Sweet Rose use only organic ingredients in creating their fabulous flavors, and never use any stabilizers or ice cream bases. Toppings, cones, sauces, and ice cream sandwiches are made from scratch on a daily basis, so patrons can rest assured that freshness is at the forefront at Sweet Rose Creamery. Ice cream flavors feature rotating staples like Peanut Butter with Brownie Bites, Ginger with Honey, and Toasted Coconut with availability throughout the year. Classics like Old Fashioned …

Huckleberry Café in Santa Monica has a fresh approach to cafeteria style dining. Homemade artisan breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches, rotisserie chicken, and deck oven flatbread pizza are just a quick sample of the items on offer. All produce is sourced from a local farmer’s market, and all meat and dairy is free range, as well as hormone and antibiotic free. The menu changes frequently due to the seasonal nature of the produce used and whims of the baker, so expect something new with each visit. The Thursday night family dinner is different week to week and allows guests a …

Milo and Olive offers diners in the Santa Monica area well made comfort food, crafted using the freshest ingredients. This neighborhood bakery and pizzeria serves fresh baked pastries and bread, wood fired pizzas, fresh salads, and small plates to the hungry in search of an intimate dining experience. The communal tables offer diners a chance to meet and greet one another, while counter seating allows guests to watch as their meal is created right before their eyes. All pizzas are made with the house dough, and guests can expect eight to ten different pizzas on a daily basis, depending on …

Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro is synonymous with a fun and fulfilling dining experience at The Grove in the heart of Los Angeles. With a diverse seasonal menu ranging from cheese and charcuterie to fresh seafood, prime cuts of steak, and even fondue, this successful L.A. establishment caters to the palates of all who walk through the doors. Enjoy a glass of wine and wonderful views of The Grove's lively fountain while you dine. Morels French Steakhouse offers more than 60 wines by the glass, and for those who truly enjoy a superb pairing of wine and cheese, Morels provides …

Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza and Grill serves Palm Desert locals and vacationers an expansive selection of ambrosial American cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner, the El Paseo Shopping District location offers a collection of soups, salads, tapas, tacos, burgers, wraps, and an assortment of specialty pizzas. Using only the freshest ingredients, the diverse menu includes plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for guests to enjoy. A Southern Californian favorite since 1989, this family-friendly restaurant puts an innovative spin on the traditional pizza pie. Aside from tasty classics like Margherita and Royal Hawaiian, Sammy’s presents artistic toppings from Burrata and …

Sammy’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Grill’s newest location in the heart of Studio City offers the perfect blend of ambiance and fine dining for the restaurant connoisseur. Enjoy the sunny patio overlooking Ventura Boulevard while savoring organic Arugula & pear pizza or peruse the full bar for some of Southern California’s finest craft beers. Open for lunch and dinner, Sammy’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Grill offers several unique menu items, including Oak roasted chicken breast, mini duck tacos, and a variety of artisan pizzas with gourmet ingredients like Brie cheese and truffle oil, Thai chicken, or garlic shrimp. Satisfy your sweet tooth …

Inside Plaza El Segundo, just two miles north-east of the Manhattan Beach Pier, Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill provides an ideal destination for beach goers and shopaholics alike. The restaurant is open all day long, with Happy Hours between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. so anytime is the right time to stop in for some delicious California-inspired cuisine. Known for fresh-made pizza baked in an authentic woodifred oven, Sammy’s also offers a broad selection of alternatives from creative small plates known as tapas to gourmet salads, chicken, salmon, steak and pasta. The simple yet diverse menu makes finding the perfect …