Romantic Dining Restaurants

Restaurants are an art form to David Wilhelm. From his early years in the kitchens of some of the best restaurants in Southern California, to his current role at the helm of a successful roster of concepts—David has virtually redefined “Bistro” dining. The "symphony of pleasures" he has created encompasses a unique blend of authentic ambiance, impeccable service and delectable cuisine. Our lively “American in Paris” atmosphere blends your favorite neighbor café with the best of Parisian bistros.

Offering diners modern Japanese fare with American flare, Geisha House in Hollywood caters to those looking for more than the typical sushi restaurant. An ultra modern décor welcomes guests as they enter the restaurant. Providing an atmosphere dripping with sensuality, Geisha House is a great way to start a night out on the town, or to bring a date. The full bar serves up sake infused signature cocktails like the Geisha Kiss Martini. Creative presentation of dishes such as the Sashimi Igloo and Robata World is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the belly, while …

Chef Andrew Pastore’s Pacific Rim menu is so elegant, exotic, and beautifully presented, it’s a shame dishes aren’t delivered to tables by elephant. Transcend Hollywood’s club scene into a Zen-like wonderland that calms the senses, enlivens the soul, and thrills the palate. Ritual is located on Cahuenga Blvd., just north of chaotic Hollywood Blvd. It is the pricier, hotter, more attractive cousin of its predecessor White Lotus. Ritual’s food and ambience will make you forget you’re in Hollywood, and its transformation into weekend Hollywood hotspot is a feat to make you forget about any other nightclub this side of La …

Located near the famed farmers market in the bustling Fairfax district, Cobras and Matadors is "underground Spain meets urban Los Angeles." Here, one will discover a tapas-centric menu filled with traditional Spanish favorites and eclectic variations on the theme, as well as a fast-paced atmosphere that is simply intoxicating. It’s anything but stuffy, and is still delicious and surprising enough to please even the most cultured Los Angeles diner. Go for the inventive dishes. Go for the fabulous vibe. Go for a fantastic night out. Just go.

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.

Situated discreetly where funky and hip Abbot Kinney boulevard dead ends, Beechwood is the perfect haven to morph into the trendy hipster scene of Venice. The modern warm wood décor creates a relaxed atmosphere, whether you are enjoying the signature Pan Fried Chicken Paillard in the secluded rear dining room, or a Kiwi Vodka Caipirinha in the comfortable, noisy space of the enticing bar area with its fire pit, low chaise lounges, and communal tables. There is no doubt that the stylish crowd is drawn in by the innovative twists on international comfort food, diverse wines and specialty cocktail list …

Homemade pasta and a flair for the less-familiar cuisine of Coastal Northern Italy are the hallmarks of this unassuming and friendly Trattoria located on a quiet, tree-lined street near Old Town Pasadena. Diners are treated to delicacies such as fresh fish, venison medallions, stewed tripe, and whipped salted cod as well as more traditional fare of assorted fresh pastas. The small restaurant (17 tables in all) has a comforting feel, with cozy banquettes, sound-absorbing carpeted floors, white walls, and white linens. With ample space between the tables, it doesn't feel cramped. Servers are knowledgeable and friendly.

Spark Woodfire Grill serves all the great food you’d want in a fine steak restaurant, in a chic, laid back atmosphere. With partner locations in Studio City and Huntington Beach, Spark is known for its open-hearth wood fire oven, mesquite grill, and steak broiler. The menu features fine steaks, but also offers home-cooking favorites you might not expect. Hamburgers, baby back ribs, lasagna, and a selection of wood fired pizzas offer a range of dinner options. Located in West Los Angeles near Beverly Hills, Spark has a full bar with a great happy hour and extensive facilities for private parties …

Located at The Shops at Mission Viejo, Oceans 33° is committed to providing the highest quality food and service in a warm inviting atmosphere.The restaurant features a lively bar, exhibition kitchen, 85 seat banquet room, seafood bar and outdoor patio. As guests enter Oceans 33° they are greeted with the sights, sounds and smells of a wood burning grill, rotisserie and stone fire pizza oven.

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 …

Tantra restaurant, located in the Silverlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, is owner Navraj Singh’s most generous gift to the community. Beginning at the ornate, hammered-metal doors and continuing throughout is an opulence that far exceeds any expectation. This gorgeous space was designed by Sat Garg of Akar Studios in Santa Monica, and is profoundly beautiful. It is a setting that perfectly compliments Chef Sanjay Kumar’s masterful preparations. His menu is a sophisticated mélange of traditional Indian cuisine and contemporary ingredients, with a broad range of tandoori dishes from the north and masala based dishes from the south of India.

Hollywood’s Bella Cucina Italiana is just steps from the city’s iconic “Walk of Fame” and an Oscar’s throw from glamorous Kodak Theatre. The restaurant draws a modern, hip, and eclectic crowd keen on casual cucina dining. The menu dishes up classic pasta favorites and sumptuous Southern Italian entrees. Bella Cucina Italiana is a member of Los Angeles’ Dolce Group. Balancing a hip lounge with cozy, unpretentious dining, Bella mixes it up with a modern take on the classic trattoria.

Falcon’s location, on a nondescript stretch of Sunset Boulevard, is unassuming, but once inside, it’s a different story—the glamorous Dodd Mitchell design provides the perfect setting for drinking or dining. Indeed, although Falcon has built a reputation for its nightlife, the restaurant’s food is worthy of a trip in its own right. The focus of the succinct but wide-ranging menu is fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the dishes are fancy enough to gain interest, but not overworked. The wine list, too, is thoughtfully chosen, covering the globe but specializing in California.

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 …

Melograno is centrally located on Hollywood Boulevard, a few blocks west of Vine; although the area is not synonymous with fine dining, the cuisine here is worth an excursion. Owned by chef Alberto Lazzarino and his sommelier/business partner, Giuseppe Cossu, Melograno is focused specifically on Northern Italian cuisine from the Piedmont region. This means rich, authentic dishes such as house-made agnolotti with black truffles and carnaroli rice risotto with wild mushrooms. Lazzarino and Cossu bring a wealth of experience and knowledge from their respective disciplines and by joining forces, provide Los Angeles with an original and adventurous spin on Italian …

The aptly named All’Angelo, which translates as “To the Angels,” serves up a divine dining experience. The blonde wood beams and warm, creamy walls evoke the soft light of a Renaissance painting, creating an atmosphere that is both inviting and almost religiously tranquil. Chef Mirko Paderno takes traditional Italian cuisine to new heights of satisfaction, transporting taste buds to a similarly transcendent state. The vintage Berkel meat slicer that serves as a focal point in the restaurant shaves meat impossibly thin, creating a wonderfully ethereal yet intense flavor sensation. All’Angelo manages to combine all the sinful delight of a decadent …

A pale palette of cream tones bathes the walls in subtle elegance, while the rich leather upholstery and wood seating invite visitors to settle in for the evening. 3 on Fourth exudes a kind of seamlessly simple elegance that carries over from the stunning second-floor railing to the thoughtful and varied menu. American, Asian, and European cuisine are all represented on the daily changing menu; and they are married by an equally comprehensive drink selection of wine, beer, and sake. Patrons may construct a traditional dining experience around three courses, or they are welcome to mix and match the many …

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.

“Garden fresh” takes on new significance when one realizes that much of the produce used in the Terra kitchen comes straight from Owner and Chef Chris Bocchino’s garden. Local and organic-minded providers source the items Chef Bocchino cannot grow, and his meat and fish are chosen with like care. And while the thoughtful California cuisine menu boasts an inspiring degree of attention to detail, the restaurant’s décor is similarly lighthearted and refined. A large stained glass window bathes the bar in warm comforting light, and Old World charm marries with contemporary touches for a welcoming space to feast in.

Gonpachi is styled both in space and cuisine, bringing a traditional Japanese dining experience to the heart of Beverly Hills. A wide spacious dining room with two-story-high ceilings and the clean cut counter space at the sushi bar create a peaceful dining experience. Private rooms, each a different color, play on the comfort of a Japanese home. A chic black bar reflects a Japanese garden, allowing guests to wander through the terrace overlooking a serene pond. Fresh ingredients are flown in from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market, and fresh soba noodles are hand-made in the restaurant. Masterful Japanese meals are created and …