Beverly Hills restaurants and fine dining
Beverly Hills restaurants can be pricey... But you probably already knew this! Still, you can find a few places that are budget-friendly, such as Mishima, a relatively cheap Japanese food place renown for its udon and soba dishes. Other mid-range alternatives include the following:
- Enoteca Drago: Italian food and tasty pizzas complemented with a complete wine bar.
- La Scala: a very famous restaurant in Los Angeles during the 50's and 60's, this more recent version remains a popular destination for those seeking great Italian cuisine.
- The Stinking Rose: a very original eatery with a very original name, the Stinking Rose offers a menu focused on garlic, including its own tasty garlic ice cream.
- Mako: eclectic Asian food served in a minimalist yet sophisticated setting.
- Il Cielo: serving authentic italian dishes in a romantic environment, Il Cielo is a established favorite not only because of its food but its beautiful setting.
Dining under the stars out at the fountain garden is a experience you will not forget.
The Beverly Hills restaurants we have reviewed so far are all great places, but if you are looking for something a little bit more upscale, the city definitely has a lot to offer. Some of the most popular and recommended options are:
- La Dolce Vita: dating back to Hollywood's golden era, celebrated personalities like Frank Sinatra were common patrons to this classic italian eatery. Also famous for having every president since the 60's come and enjoy its fine cuisine, a Beverly Hills dining tradition started by President Kennedy.
- Mr. Chow: a favorite destination for the chic and sophisticated since its opening in 1974, the Chinese food eatery is the place to be seen and rub elbows with the A-listers.
- Spago: the crown jewel of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining group, the American cuisine eatery remains consistently rated as one of the very best in gourmet food.
- Matsuhisa: the original restaurant of Nobu Matsuhisa, one of the most recognized and influential sushi chefs in the world.
- Sprinkles: this is a hugely popular gourmet cupcake shop, offering 10 different varieties of baked goodies. We could not forget about desserts and treats when discussing Beverly Hills restaurants!