Growing up in Italy, my family cooked at home and had the most extraordinary experiences with ingredients grown in our backyard, paired with the wines my chef/restaurateur stepfather would bring back from regions throughout Italy. I fell in love with food as a child watching my stepfather, once nominated a top chef in Italy, work in restaurant kitchens and floors. Moving to California in 1991 and subsequently to Santa Monica and experiencing the Farmers Market inspired me to start Orto - Italian for “vegetable garden” - where I meld local ingredients and organic herbs grown here at the restaurant to create traditional Italian recipes. At our bar you’ll find a cocktail list created from fresh herbs and premium spirits, and our wine list focuses on sustainable and organic producers. Andrea InioHappy Hour Monday-Thursday 5-7pmValidated parking is available for $7 for 3 hours at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (enter on 5th street, behind the Citibank)
Hidden inside a lush, secret garden in the coastal enclave of Santa Monica, Fia is the first collaboration between hospitality trailblazer Michael Greco and celebrated Chef Brendan Collins. A venue designed by acclaimed designer Matt Winter ~ Fia is an urban oasis, where Greco's service mantra is rooted in a dedication to hospitality... Service, Service, Service. Collins' craveable menu delivers on flavor & execution, highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients, inspired by California & Italian Coastal Cuisine, that will satisfy all. Add to the equation, carefully crafted cocktails, and old & new world wine list. Maximum reservable table size is for eight persons, see Fia website for event/catering inquiries. Weekend Brunch with Bottomless Mimosas & Margaritas (2 hour time limit per booking)We do not allow dogs (excepting certified service animals)We allow one special bottle for a $45 corkage as long as we do not carry that same bottle in our award winning wine cellar.
SOCALO is a beachy, California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within the Gateway Hotel, SOCALO offers seasonal and organic SoCal Mexican fare with cocktails, Mexican wines and craft beers. SOCALO has been named Eater's Superb Santa Monica Restaurants and Hottest Happy Hours, LA Times' 101 Best Restaurants, Best Tacos and Best Mexican Restaurants in LA by Time Out and Thrillist.Open for indoor and outdoor dining, and counter service dining prior to 4pm (no reservations necessary nor taken). Takeout and delivery with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.For groups of 7 or more, please call 310.451.1655 to discuss accommodations, or visit socalo.com. We offer semi-private spaces, private banquet rooms, long communal tables, and two spacious outdoor patios.Mary Sue & Susan are the founders of Mundo Hospitality Group, including Border Grill, Pacha Mamas, BBQ Mexicana, SOCALO & Alice B.
Le Farmshop, ouvert en 2010, est un restaurant, boulangerie et marché artisanal situé dans le centre commercial historique Brentwood Country Mart datant de 1948, sur 26th Street à Santa Monica.
La cuisine de Jeff Cerciello met l'accent sur des ingrédients locaux de saison. Irene Verbila du Los Angeles Times a écrit : « les dimanches soirs au Farmshop sont consacrés au poulet frit... Le meilleur... Mais la volaille que je considère être l'un des "10 Meilleurs Repas" est le poulet rôti bio de Cerciello... Doré et croustillant, une chair dense mais juteuse, chaque bouchée surpasse la précédente ».
En plus de mettre en avant les produits frais locaux, le Farmshop possède une carte des vins comptant 300 bouteilles de Californie, ainsi qu'un marché proposant des fromages, de la charcuterie, des aliments artisanaux et des articles ménagers, le tout étant un hommage aux nombreux fermiers, producteurs et fournisseurs basés en Californie et que l'établissement est fier de présenter.
Le restaurant The Tasting Kitchen vous propose un mélange éclectique de bonne chère, d'ambiance et de popularité pour goûter la quintessence de la nouvelle cuisine américaine. Sous une lumière tamisée, la salle à manger présente le cadre parfait pour apprécier en toute intimité le nec plus ultra de la gastronomie. Elle préserve en même temps le caractère convivial qui sied à un verre entre amis finissant une bouteille de vin jusqu'à la fermeture.
Chaque matin est un recommencement : le menu est changé illustrant une philosophie de la cuisine qui se réinvente, les pâtes faites à la main au quotidien, la charcuterie préparée sur place, les produits amenés de la ferme à la table, le tout concocté et servi le jour-même.
Vous pourrez déguster une cuisine artisanale néo-classique dans un décor éblouissant et une ambiance flamboyante, avec le concours d'un personnel toujours complice et de bon conseil. Une fois installé, vous pourrez poser autant de questions que vous le voudrez pour assurer la meilleure expérience.
Step inside the warm glow of Imari's hand-made oak interior and feel transported by an ever-evolving menu under the culinary direction of world-renowned Chef Derek Wilcox of 3-Michelin-starred Kikunoi (Kyoto) and Shoji (NYC). Here you can discover Washoku — a celebration of Japanese culture through traditional dishes, in harmony with the seasons, and local ingredients. With gracious hospitality and presented on shareable plates, Imari stays true to culture by sourcing the finest and freshest ingredients available.
Rustic Kitchen has been serving the local Mar Vista community and surrounding cities for over eight years now! We are a family owned restaurant, sourcing local ingredients and serving up quality dishes that reflect our southern California heritage as well as our family’s Italian roots. Chef Noelle likes to focus on quality ingredients and straightforward preparations. Customer favorites include steak frites, Branzino, chicken pot pie, pan roasted salmon, BBQ pork chop and our super popular RK burger. The wine list is second to none having been recognized by Wine Spectator magazine with their level two Best of Award of Excellence (2-glass) for 5 years in a row. We offer over 60 wines by the glass, flights and more. RK is here to make your wine journey fun and educational. We bring special winemaker events every month as well as our monthly/seasonal specials. Cheers – Chef Noelle Fanaris and Certified Sommelier John Fanaris, Proprietors
Le Koi Los Angeles vous propose un mélange sophistiqué de feng shui et d'élégance moderne. Illuminés aux chandelles, les intérieurs zen aux couleurs terre affichent un raffinement et une opulence de détails naturels, un style élégant, des cheminées ainsi qu'une vue sur l'eau, le tout créant le cadre idéal pour une mémorable expérience culinaire.
La cuisine japonaise contemporaine du Koi utilise des ingrédients locaux et internationaux. Parmi ses mets signature prisés et servis en un seul plat à partager, vous pourrez choisir le thon épicé sur riz croustillant, le croustillant épicé de tartare de poisson à queue jaune ou encore le hamachi fusion au soja de yuzu et à l'essence de truffes. Les entrées signature comprennent le cabillaud laqué au miso et à la purée de pommes de terres préparées selon le régime d'Okinawa, le filet mignon de bœuf de Kobé à la mode Toban-Yaki, ou encore la légine australe vapeur à l'épice ichimi, au gingembre et aux champignons shiitaké. En plus de leurs rouleaux signature, les chefs sushi du Koi vous proposent les fruits de mer traditionnels de la plus haute qualité, avec, tous les jours, des sélections grâce auxquelles le palais moderne et aventureux est à la fête.
The West Hollywood EDITION’s signature restaurant, Ardor, is a showcase for vegetable-forward healthy California cuisine with flavors inspired by local ingredients. Our menu features an artful balance of produce and meats, using techniques from around the world and products sourced hyper-locally. Each dish is made with organic ingredients and focuses on the essence of food, prepared simply and presented socially for a contemporary culinary journey. Live DJ on Friday and Saturday nights.Reservations are seated based on availability at arrival and are allocated 2 hours to dine once seated. Reservation of 5 or greater will be allocated 2.5 hours. Full party must be present in order to be seated & we allow a 15 minute grace period.An 18.5% Staff Charge Added to all Checks and is Paid Entirely to Service Staff
Jame is Jackson and Melissa Kalb's first restaurant, focused on Southern Italian cooking and way of life. Jame's vision is to use local, market-driven ingredients to create delicious and unique Italian dishes. This is particularly true in the hand-rolled pastas, but is also seen in other popular dishes like the crispy brussels sprouts, kale salad, and Crispy Braised "Coop's" pork shank. Join us next door at John Thomas Bar where Chef Jackson highlights sophisticated twists on classic cocktails for those who are looking for some late night fun. Take a quick trip to Southern Italy and be a guest in our home.
