People Watching Restaurants

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 …

Glamorous and chic, Villa Blanca in Beverly Hills is as stylish and elegant as it is delicious. Both dinner and lunch menus offer savory Mediterranean seafood and pasta options for the delight of diners. Frequented by various celebrities, Villa Blanca restaurant is a great place to people watch, or meet with friends for a tasty luncheon date. The wide selection of wines from Italy, France, Argentina, and California make it even more enticing, not to mention the vast cocktail menu. Come enjoy the restaurants sultry ambiance, of the upscale shabby chic Villa Blanca.

The Reef Restaurant in Long Beach sits gently over the water of Queens Bay. With a gorgeous view of the Queen Mary and gentle water lapping beneath it, The Reef offers lunch and dinner during the week, a fine happy hour menu, and the ever-popular Sunday Brunch. The bar serves up customer favorites such as the Rock Coconut and Wild Berry Mojito for those looking to relax. The patio offers a romantic setting perfect for that special occasion with a view of the sun setting over the water complimented by large windows and waterfalls as you enter the restaurant.

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. …

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 …

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 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 …

We offer modern and Classical Sushi along with Fusion dishes influenced by Japanese/Western cuisine in a vibrant and upscale yet casual environment.

tap & kitchen, inspired by the taverns, gastropubs, brasseries, and bistros from around the world. Claud and Co.welcomes you to the newest Pasadena destination to gather and enjoy "pints & bites".

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LBCC Bistro is a student-run restaurant. Our primary goal is to provide students hands-on experience while offering the community delicious healthy food.

The Team at Fish in a Bottle is proud to introduce a Multi-Course Table Service Omakase experience in Cypress. Our Chef is planning a 100% true Omakase journey where every piece/dish is perfectly crafted and then seasoned to accentuate and complement the taste of the underlying high quality ingredients. Our style is Creative/Modern while still paying respect to time-honored tradition.