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La Maschera 82 N. Fair Oaks Avenue Pasadena, CA. 91103 www.lamascheraristorante.com 626-304-0004 626-304-0884 - fax La Maschera has a wide-array of dishes influenced by Nothern Italy, the Mediterranean and Tunisia (the homeland of owner/chef Adnen Marouani and co-owner Sean Hichem Jemal). Chef Adnen Marounai hand picks ingredients from local famer's markets to create the fresh seasonal menu and nightly chef special dishes you can find at La Maschera. La Terza 8384 W. Third St.. Los Angeles, CA 90048 www.laterzarestaurant.com 323-658-6600 323-653-3464 fax Experience the renowned cuisine of Gino Angelini at La Terza restaurant, The Orlando's classy and critically acclaimed eatery. Featuring a wood-burning rotisserie and grill, and private room with wine cellar, guests can soak up the warm ambience and enjoy mouthwatering, authentic Italian specialties on the outdoor terrace or in the tastefully styled bar and lounge. La Vie En Rose 240 South State College Blvd. Brea, CA. 92821 www.lavnrose.com 714-529-8333 714-529-2751 - Fax La Vie en Rose Restaurant in Brea is just minutes from the Anaheim Convention Center and John Wayne Airport. This charming reproduction of a Normandy farmhouse offers several picturesque dining rooms as well as tapestry covered booths for private conversation. Proprietor Louis Laulhere immigrated to America to open the business of his dreams. A visit to La Vie en Rose is like a visit to the French countryside. The menu includes recipes native to the Gascony and Province seaside villages and farms. The extensive menu features Sautéed Veal Medallions with Calvados Demi Glace and Caramelized Apples, Roasted Pork Tenderloin with a Port Wine Veal Reduction and Roquefort Chive Butter, and Poached Salmon with a Sorrel Beurre Blanc Sauce. There are delicious selections: everything from pasta to fresh seafood, chicken, duck, pork, veal, and beef. There is something to appeal to everyone. We recommend our elegant pastries and desserts, made by our pastry chef, as a delightful finish to your meal. The menu is revised frequently to offer new taste sensations to our patrons. Le Clafoutis 8630 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069 310-659-5233 Clafouti, situated on chic Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood makes you feel like you are in the South of France on the inside and a Paris Cafe on the outside. Needless to say, the people watching is as irresistable as the menu. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served! Celebrity Soup recommends the classic French Toast for breakfast, Plateau Nicois for lunch and for dinner, the Ahi Tuna served with Mediterranean ratatouille. The wine list is impressive and the martinis are excellent! Lemon Moon 12200 West Olympic Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90064 www.lemonmoon.com 310-442-9191 A new restaurant from Chefs Josiah Citrin and Raphael Lunetta. The new "IT" spot for breakfast and lunch! Le Pain Quotidien www.painquotidien.com Le Pain Quotidien is committed to bringing you the best organic ingredients, we support sustainable farming for future generations. All Le Pain Quotidien bread have been certifies by QUI (Quality Insurance International). All Le Pain Quotidien locations are available for your corporate and private breakfast, cocktail and dinner events. Le Parc 733 North West Knoll Drive West Hollywood, CA 90069 http://www.leparcsuites.com/ 310 855 8888 310 659 7812 fax Our quiet, out-of the-way West Hollywood location is one reason Le Parc is coveted by those who appreciate peace and privacy. It's also why everyone from sophisticated business and leisure travelers to world renowned entertainers find Le Parc so perfect. In a city where cliché is the rule, Le Parc exemplifies a remarkable presence of style and a conspicuous absence of attitude. Le Petit Bistro 631 N. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 310-289-9797 Le Petit Bistro is now open until midnight six nights a week! Ever try finding a restaurant open after 10:00 p.m. in Los Angeles and end up just going home to scrambled eggs? No more. One of the city's favorite dining spots, le Petit Bistro, is now open until midnight six nights a week offering the best traditional French dining. Late nighters including such celebs as Sean Connery, Neve Campbell, Robert Foster, Suzanne Somer and Salma Hayek enjoy a menu of sumptuous dishes that features Le Petit Bistro's Special of the Evening. Onion Soup Gratinee, Blue Crab Cakes, an array of salads, grilled white fish and New York steak all cooked to perfection by Chef Hugo Balladres. 5:00 p.m. to Midnight, Monday through Saturday and 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday. Les Deux Hollywood 1638 N. Las Palmas Hollywood, CA 90028 www.lesdeuxhollywood.com   Owners Mike Malin, Lonnie Moore, and Sylvain Bitton have revived the well-known Les Deux Café to be once again the latest hotspot in Los Angeles. The vibe of Les Deux will be a plush experience of European lifestyle mixed with a sexy décor welcoming L.A.'s finest clientele. Clean, black swooping curves and an overabundance of peach-tinted mirrors evoke a feeling of luxury and glamour. Clients will find themselves in a European playground right in the heart of Hollywood. The Lobster 1602 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90401 www.thelobster.com 310-458-9294 310-458-9654 fax Serving classic American seafood specializing in live Maine lobster The Lobster has been famous for generations. Chef Allyson Thurber adds her nationally famous seafood expertise to the mix, earning it Gourmet Magazines Best Seafood title. The restaurant is surrounded by floor to ceiling glass on three sides, which provides a panoramic 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean all the way from Malibu to Manhattan Beach. Join us for a lively happy hour, sip on our fabulous shrimp garnished Bloody Mary's, sit back and enjoy a view that showcases some of the most spectacular sunsets in Southern California. "The deck offers a view of the whole danged coastline-a view that looks more Mediterranean than Pacific. After a couple of martinis you'll swear you're in Cannes" - Merrill Shindler California. Lucy's El Adobe 5536 Melrose Avenue Hollywood, CA 323-462-9421 Linda Rondstadt was introduced by Lucy's daughter, Patricia, to then California Governor Jerry Brown at the restaurant and much of their high profile romance was spent in a quiet booth at Lucy's. Vice president Hubert Humphrey came in the 1960's and John Belushi had one of his last meals there. George Lucas is a friend of the owners and comes in whenever he's in town and Stevie Nick's called it Nirvana. Daryl Hannah came with Jackson Browne, Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Warren Beatty, Winona Ryder, Connie Chung, Phil Collins, Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, Kevin Costner and even Orson Welles have all dined at the restaurant. Lucques 8474 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90069 www.lucques.com 323-655-6277 "Where hip, young Hollywood meets for dinner." The Magic Castle 7001 Franklin Avenue Hollywood, CA 90028-8600 www.magiccastle.com 323-851-3313 323-851-4899 fax The Magic Castle is the showplace for some of the greatest magicians from around the globe. We also take great pride in showcasing the magnificent building that houses the Magic Castle. Built in 1908, this storied mansion has watched Hollywood grow and change for almost 100 years while never losing its original charm. Dinner is served at the Magic Castle in an atmosphere of Victorian elegance. Entreés range from simple but elegant pastas to lobster and Filet Mignon. The Magic Castle's menu also includes excellent seafood and vegetarian fare. Now enjoy fantastic food and magic with your family! The Castle is open Sat. and Sun. for brunch and offers three performances, Palace, Parlor, and Close-up. Invited guests welcome! The Magic Castle will be closed for the July 4th holiday so our staff can celebrate the holiday with their friends and family. We will re-open for Saturday Brunch and dinner on Saturday, July 5th. Mazzarino's Italian Ristorante 12920 1/2 Riverside Drive Sherman Oaks, CA. 91423 818-788-5050 World War II was raging in Europe and business was booming in Studio City, California. Mazzarino's opened on the corner of Coldwater Canyon and Ventura Boulevard. The original owners played host to the likes of Frank Sinatra, Johnny Mercer, Liberace and Mario Lanza. They loved the food and cozy, club-lounge atmosphere. They would often stay until well after closing with their intriguing and glamorous friends. In the mid 1950's, Mazzarino's re-opened on Riverside Drive, this time as a small pizzeria-style cafe. It became available for sale in the early 1990's and new owner Liz Versten knew she had a rare gem. They served the usual, eggplant and chicken parmigiana, linguine and clams, veal scaloppini, pizzas and pastas. "I know what tastes good," said the sparkling Liz. With her engaging personality and Chicago sensibility, the place has been hopping since she took over in 1993. In addition to the exquisite menu, diners enjoy fine imported Italian beers and imported Italian wines. The interior takes you back to New York in the mid 20th century and the food takes you to heaven! Favorite dishes are cioppino and veal chops - and of course, all of the pastas for dinner and for lunch, the Chicago-style Italian beef sandwiches with sweet or hot peppers. Miceli's (Hollywood) 1646 Las Palmas Ave. Hollywood, CA 90028 www.micelisrestaurant.com 323-466-3438 Miceli's (Universal City) 3655 Cahuenga Blvd. W. Universal City, CA 90068 www.micelisrestaurant.com 323-851-3344 Carmen and Sylvia Miceli at Miceli's Beverly Hills 1955   Miceli's Restaurant has been owned and operated by the Miceli family since 1949. Come to the famous Miceli's Italian Restaurant in Hollywood and Universal City, home of the singing waiters and waitresses. We will serenade you with Italian arias, musical show tunes, classical standards.... all while you dine. Miceli's was established in 1949, when Carmen and Sylvia Miceli gathered together their meager funds and, joined by sisters Angie and Millie and brothers Tony and Sammie, opened Miceli's Pizzaria -- Hollywood's first pizza house. Using family recipes brought from Sicily via Old Chicago, the Miceli's had people lined up and down the block, savoring their opportunity to feast with the Miceli family. Throughout the years, Miceli's in Hollywood and its sister location in Universal City, have drawn dignitaries and celebrities galore. People from JFK and Richard Nixon and the Beatles to today's stars like Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler, and Julia Roberts. What brings people back, besides the terrific food, is the unique atmosphere and super-friendly service, not to mention the live entertainment. An evening at Miceli's is more than a night out, it is a celebration of life! Moonshadows 20356 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu, CA moonshadowsmalibu.com 310-456-3010 With panoramic ocean views, Moonshadows is the perfect place for casual fine dining. The new owners and Executive Chef Joachim Weritz have created their vision of contemporary American Cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. The fabulous Blue Lounge is the perfect "chill out" bar. Guest can enjoy their favorite cocktails while lounging on large chaises under the stars. The Blue Lounge features Los Angeles top DJ's Thursday though Sunday evenings. Morton's 8764 Melrose Avenue West Hollywood, CA 310-276-5202   Mr. Chow 344 North Camden Drive Beverly Hills, CA 310-278-9911   Mulholland Grill 2932 Beverly Glen Circle Bel Air, CA 90077 310-470-6223 Situated at Beverly Glen and Mulholland Drive, this super star hang-out was originally designed by Barbara Lazaroff. (The former Mrs. Wolfgang Puck.) A wood fired oven surrounded by mosaic tiles produces beautiful pizzas and the entire menu sizzles with fresh fish and designer pasta. The wine list is also superb. Naples 1550 Disneyland Dr. Anaheim, CA. www.patinagroup.com 714-776-6200 Naples features the aromas and flavors of Southern Italy served in a whimsical, Disney-esque setting. Family dining extraordinairre! New Moon Restaurant Downtown 102 West 9th Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 www.newmoonrestaurants.com 213-624-0186 Montrose 2138 Verdugo Boulevard Montrose, CA 91020 www.newmoonrestaurants.com 818-249-4868 Valencia 28281 Newhall Ranch Road Valencia, CA 91355 www.newmoonrestaurants.com 661-257-4321 OPENING SOON! Nick & Stef's Steakhouse 330 South Hope St. Los Angeles, CA. www.patinagroup.com 213-680-0330 A special twist on classic steakhouse fare. Dry-aged beef, seafood and pasta. Vegetarian dishes are also available. Voted best steakhouse in downtown Los Angeles. O’Reilly’s Holy Grail 1233 Polk St. San Francisco, CA, 94109 www.oreillysholygrail.com 415-928-1233 The Grail was bound to show up somewhere and diners are thrilled that it surfaced in San Francisco. The city’s premier seafood restaurant is also its most beautiful—the pecan wood floors, copper ceiling and accoutrement of antiques and renaissance art all shimmer through the prized collection of stained glass windows. And executive chef Sean Canavan’s Northern European cuisine is just as breathtaking: fresh seafood and house-cured shanks and chops, including signature dishes like the California King Salmon and Peat-Smoked Pork Shank. The oysters are the best in town. Private Label Wines. Piano Bar. Live Jazz & Blues. Valet Parking. The Orlando 8384 W. Third St.. Los Angeles, CA 90048 www.theOrlando.com 323-658-6600 323-653-3464 fax Having recently undergone a 4-million dollar facelift, The Orlando has become renowned as a unique European-style boutique hotel offering stylish comfort, understated luxury, and personalized services. With our elegant and professional sensibility, and our gracious attention to detail, The Orlando is the perfect choice for the distinguished traveler. Conveniently located in the heart of Los Angeles, The Orlando is just minutes from The Beverly Center, the famed Sunset Strip, Hollywood Boulevard, local beaches, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, and The Grove/Farmers Market. The Orlando features 98 luxurious oversized amenity-filled guest rooms, including both Standard and Luxury room types, as well as our new Executive Level, which boasts 27 spacious Junior Suites. La Terza, our critically acclaimed restaurant, is one of Los Angeles' most authentic upscale Italian Restaurants and offers guests a warm and inviting dining atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a complimentary European Breakfast in the restaurant while staying with us, and of course, we provide a 24-hour room service menu, with mouthwatering dishes from La Terza. Additionally, The Orlando features extensive amenities including our Executive Board Room, a fitness center, two dry saunas, an outdoor saltwater swimming pool, and a Lobby Lounge that offers a laidback atmosphere in an intimate setting. Whether you're with us for business or pleasure, we're committed to making you feel comfortable and at home. Bienvenu. Osteria Latini 11712 San Vincente Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 310-826-9222 One of Brentwood's best new restaurants. Chef / Owner, Paolo Pasio is on his way to Celebrity Chefdom! Palm 9001 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90069 www.thepalm.com 310-550-8811 310-278-5334 fax The Palm has a 75-year history of serving generous portions of prime steak, jumbo lobster, and traditional Italian dishes with a side of celebrity. The walls are lined with autographed caricatures of celebrities and the booths are lined with movie stars, politicians, producers, directors, television celebrities and athletes. Also known for superb martinis. Panzanella 14928 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 www.giacominodrago.com 818-784-4400 818-986-0971 fax Panzanella Ristorante features delicious Italian and Sicilian cuisine of the Drago family in modern, yet elegant setting. At Panzanella, they bring you an extensive choice of fine wines to compliment your palate. The warm, professional and knowledgeable staff invites you to return often for superb lunchtime and dinner experiences. Pane Vino 8265 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. 90048 panevinola.com 323-651-4600 323-651-1651 fax   Pane Vino Trattoria is a popular dining spot with a rustic, welcoming decor, a bustling dining room with comfortable tables, a romantic garden patio with twinkling lights and a friendly bar perfect for schmoozing and people watching. Patrons include celebrities, local merchants, agents, producers, studio executives and beautiful people looking to see and be seen. The menu is the same for lunch and dinner, (though there are some lunch specials.) Don't miss the Jumbo Scampi Grilled on Mesquite Charcoal and the Fusilli con Melazane with Smoked Mozzarella.All of the Pasta dishes are made daily with the freshest ingredients. Try the new Blue Lake Crab Cakes! They are to die for, no more bread fillers, just crab, green onion, spices and egg whites, served with balsamic aioli sauce. Much of the warmth and appeal of the restaurant comes from the staff and Owner Rod Dyer, General Manager Renee Wolschon and Manager Fred Thomas. It really is like family here. Regulars include Clarence Willimas III and Billy Dee Williams. Pane Vino Trattoria is open from 11:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 5:00p.m. - 10:30p.m. Park Privé www.patinagroup.com   Patina 12969 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA www.patinagroup.com 818-990-0500 The ultimate neighborhood restaurant in an intimate, relaxed setting. Traditional French Cuisine. Patinette www.patinagroup.com Patrick's Roadhouse 106 Entrada Dr. Santa Monica, CA. 90402 310-459-4544       This beachside breakfast nook and lunch spot was a former brothel! Situated just off of the Pacific Coast Highway where Santa Monica meets Malibu, Patrick's Roadhouse attracts tourists, regulars and locals. Stevie Nick's orders breakfast from the pick up window outside, Kate Hudson has been coming here since she was a kid and Charlize Theron comes with her mom for the Chili Fries. Oh yes, there is a ghost too. Apparently it's a she and is loud and likes to drop silverware and pots and pans. At one time, an actress lived in the apartment upstairs and died a mysterious death in the garage, though some believe the ghost is a he and is the original owner. Pentimento www.patinagroup.com Pentolino 330 South Hope St. Los Angeles, CA. www.patinagroup.com 213-680-7387 A casual, gourmet cafe. Breakfast, lunch and catering are the specialties of the house. An open atrium with delicious food always hit the spot. Philippe The Original 1001 N. Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 www.philippes.com 213-628-3781 Established in 1908 by French immigrant named Philippe Mathieu. Philippe the Original began as a delicatessen and sandwich shop. In 1918, Philippe was preparing a sandwich for a policeman and accidentally dropped the sliced french roll into the drippings of a roasting pan. The policeman liked the sandwich and came back the next day with some friends to order the sandwich "dipped" in the meat pan. From that day forward, a new sandwich was born--the "French Dip," so called because of Philippe's French heritage, the french roll on which the sandwich was made, or because the policeman's name was Officer French. In 1927, Mathieu sold Philippe the Original to Harry, Dave, and Frank Martin (believed to have been sold for around $5,000) and today the restaurant is owned and operated by descendants of the same family--the Binder and Downey families. Piccolo Paradiso 150 South Beverly Drive Bevery Hills, CA 90212 www.giacominodrago.com 310-271-0030 310-271-1233 fax Stellar guests Debra Messing and Jillian Barberie come for the divine Drago creations. Pig 'n Whistle 6714 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90028 www.pignwhistle.com 323-463-0000 323-463-0485 fax A classic. Pig 'n Whistle in Hollywood has a full bar and traditional menu. No fusion cooking or trendy little portions. This dimly lit haunt is perfect for quiet conversations. If you want to watch wonderful Hollywood stroll by, try the patio. Pink's 109 N. La Brea Los Angeles, CA. 90038 www.pinkshollywood.com 323-931-4223 Pink's Hot Dogs Turns 65 and celebrates BIG TIME! Read more about Pink's Hot Dogs Pink's is probably the most famous hot dog stand in the country...certainly in Los Angeles! Located near the corner at Melrose and La Brea, Pink's can be found by looking for a crowd of people and following the aroma of fresh meaty chili and soft hot dog buns. Pink's is unlike any other hot dog stand in America. For example, it has it's own parking lot attendant (parking is free). It has been in the same location for 62 years. It is not unusual to see a Rolls Royce pull up to Pink's (the chili dog ordered will be for the occupant, not the chauffeur). Movie stars, well-kow dignitaries, struggling musicians, businessmen, housewives, school children...all have savored Pink's Famous Chili Dogs. (more...)    Pinot Bistro 12969 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA. www.patinagroup.com 818-990-0500 Rated one of Los Angeles' best restaurants. Traditional French Cuisine, featuring hearty bistro fare and seasonal daily plats du jour. Pinot Blanc 641 Main Street St. Helena, CA. www.patinagroup.com 707-963-6191 Reminiscent of a French Country Inn. One of Napa Valley's best restaurants. Pinot Grill 135 North Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA. www.patinagroup.com 213-972-3190 Casual outdoor dining against the backdrop of the glorious Music Center. Grilled entrees range from spectacular cheeseburgers to an elegant, rosemary - marinated, grilled quail. Perfect for a casual lunch or pre-theatre dining. Pinot Provence 686 Anton Blvd. Costa Mesa, CA. www.patinagroup.com 714-444-5900 Pinot Provence captures the enchantment of Provencal dining with a harmonious flow between the sun drenched patio and the rustic French -country interior. Set amid Orange County's chic beach communities, Pinot Province's dishes accentuate the finesse and flavor of the Mediterranean. Porta Via 424 N. Canon Drive Beverly Hills, CA. 90210 310-274-6534 Italian/American brought to you by Beverly Hills native Peter Garland. Prizzi's Piazza 5923 Franklin Ave Los Angeles, CA. 90028-5515 www.prizzisPiazza.com 323-467-0168 323-467-8572 fax Prizzi's Piazza is dedicated to serving you some of the finest Italian food in Los Angeles. Every dish at Prizzi's is prepared to order. In order that we may ensure the consistent quality of our food, we ask that you please be patient. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, or if you have any suggestions or requests, please be sure to let us know. Your happiness is our first priority. For 18 years Prizzi's Piazza continues to prepare and cook with the finest and freshest ingredients available. Due to seasonal or market availability, we cannot always guarantee that we will have everything listed on the menu. We apologize in advance for those times when you may be disappointed. Your server will be happy to suggest an enjoyable alternative. Rainbow Bar & Grill 9015 Sunset Boulevard West Hollywood, CA. 90069 www.rainbowbarandgrill.com 310-278-4232 The Rainbow Bar & Grill is known as the hang-out for rock musicians of the highest level of celebrity. Past regulars include John Lennon, Kieth Moon, Harry Nilsson, Ringo Starr, Neil Diamond and Elvis Presley. Today, regulars include movie producers, actors and yes - rockers like Motley Crue, Poison and Guns N' Roses.   The Raymond 1250 South Fair Oaks Ave. Pasadena, CA. 91105 www.theraymond.com 626-441-3136 626-441-4770 fax Pasadena’s most beloved restaurant is experiencing a renaissance that celebrates its considerable charm. We’re preparing inventive seasonal menus - each with a deliciously eclectic bent. Classic Raymond recipes are newly inspired with the freshest, locally grown ingredients. Even the Raymond wine list is more full-bodied, offering superb selections from top West Coast and international wineries. Renowned Interior Designer, Matthew White, has revitalized the look of The Raymond, complimenting its historic cottage personality with a stylish new level of comfort. Come rediscover The Raymond - where the fine dining is the finest it’s ever been. The ambiance is warm and welcoming. And the impeccable service is a long-standing tradition. The Raymond welcomes a new Executive Chef. Click here to read about Chef Christian Felippa. Enjoy our fine wine at an even finer price. 50% off on Tuesdays. Wine Spectator just honored our wine list with a prestigious award and to celebrate, every Tuesday, any of our fine bottles of wines will be 50% off. We offer some of the finest West Coast and international wineries, as well as small production wineries and artisanal handcrafted wines. You’ll find our list is the perfect accompaniment to our new lunch and dinner menus. Cheers! (Extended through October 25th, 2005.) redwhite+bluezz www.redwhitebluezz.com 70 S. Raymond Avenue Pasadena, CA 91105 626-792-4441 Stylish, contemporary dining will be the hallmark of redwhite+bluezz wine bar & grill. Our menu features some signature redwhite+bluezz dishes augmented by a tempting variety of beef, chops, seafood, chicken, generous salads, inventive side orders and indulgent desserts. Our celebrated wine list boasts some of the finest wines in the world, 40 of which will be available by the glass. Robin Hood British Pub & Restaurant 13640 Burbank Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA.91401-5216 www.friartuckshop.com 818-994-6045 818-902-3854 (fax) Sam's by the Beach 108 West Channel Road Santa Monica, CA 90402 310-230-9100 Sam's By The Beach This cozy beachside restaurant, once a clandestine neighborhood eatery has become a destination dining spot. The location is a big plus, (a sea breeze away from the Pacific Ocean) the food is great and the atmosphere is elegant, yet comfortable. Owner Samer "Sam" Elias said "I try to develop a relationship with each client, going so far as to know them all by name. Service is all about knowing your client and being able to cater to their needs." The cuisine is Californian/Mediterranean with an emphasis on quality ingredients. The menu is seasonal and changes four times per year. " I enjoy going to the Central Market each day to plan my menus and keep me in touch with what is fresh " said Sam. At Sam's By The Beach you can enjoy a martini - they have a full bar, or you can indulge in wine from a diverse selection of California wines as well as international wines from France, Italy, New Zealand and Spain. Sam said "I like to feature wines from small producers with high quality vintages at reasonable prices that compliment food." Local celebrity diners include Blythe Danner. San Gennaro Cafe 140 Barrington Place Brentwood, CA. 90049 www.sangennarocafe.com 310-476-9696 310-471-0959 - Fax We would like your dining experience to be one of the most pleasurable. Our Chef is at your command and is very skilled in the kitchen. He will prepare your meal masterfully and assures your enjoyment. Your patience is greatly appreciated while he is preparing your meal. Please sit back with a glass of wine, listen to the music and envision yourself in a tranquil garden. Relax and enjoy. If you need anything, please ask. Shilo Inns   www.shiloinns.com Skymeals 1409 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.skymeals.com 866-SKYMEALS (759-6325) (310) 578-0300 fax Delicious made- to- order meals delivered to you at the airport, your home or office. Spago Beverly Hills 176 N. Canon Drive Beverly Hills, CA 310-385-0880   The Sports Club/LA-San Francisco 747 Market Street San Francisco, CA. 94103 www.thesportsclubla.com 415-633-3900 Join friends in the lively atmosphere of the Club Bar & Grill. Select from our Asian influenced tasting menu at the Club Bar. Or, treat guests to a business lunch or casual dinner in the chic atmosphere of the Club Grill where you'll be greeted by name, and our chef will prepare the finest in healthy gourmet cuisine for you. The Sports Club/LA-Beverly Hills 9601 Wilshire Boulevard Beverly Hills, CA. 90210 www.thesportsclubla.com 310-888-8100 Now, dressed and refreshed, unwind at our Zen-inspired Oliver Café and Lounge with its sensuous natural teak decor. Join friends in the living room atmosphere of our specially designed Martini Bar and select from our elaborate fresh foods menu. Make breakfast at Linq Café a morning destination, treat guests to a business luncheon, or let day slip into night as you enjoy dinner in the vibrant energy of Linq Café while enjoying the view of our tropical outdoor gardens. The Sports Club/LA-Orange County 1980 Main Street Irvine, CA. 92614 www.thesportsclubla.com 949-975-8400 Join friends in the lively atmosphere of the Club Bar & Grill. Select from our Asian influenced tasting menu at the Club Bar. Or, treat guests to a business lunch or casual dinner in the chic atmosphere of the Club Grill where you'll be greeted by name, and our chef will prepare the finest in healthy gourmet cuisine for you. The Sports Club/LA-Los Angeles 1835 Sepulveda Boulevard Los Angeles, CA. 90025 www.thesportsclubla.com 310-473-1447 Join friends in the lively atmosphere of the Club Bar & Grill. Select from our Asian influenced tasting menu at the Club Bar. Or, treat guests to a business lunch or casual dinner in the chic atmosphere of the Club Grill where you'll be greeted by name, and our chef will prepare the finest in healthy gourmet cuisine for you. The Stinking Rose 55 N. La Cienega Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA. 90211 www.thestinkingrose.com 310-652-7673 Located on Restaurant Row, it’s as unique as its name—romantic tents for dining and garlic-themed rooms. It’s almost all garlic, almost all the time. The Stinking Rose 325 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA. 94133 www.thestinkingrose.com 415-781-7673 World famous North Beach restaurant featuring all things garlic. Forty clove garlic chicken, roasted whole Dungeness crab, USDA certified prime, garlic-roasted prime rib plus pasta, salad and wonderful tureens of mussels, shrimp and crab. Private rooms for groups small or large. Unique dining experience. The Sunset Restaurant 6800 Westward Beach Road Malibu, CA. www.thesunsetrestaurant.com 310-589-1007 The Sunset Restaurant offers an incredible beachfront location for fine dining, private parties, and special events with memorable sunset and ocean views. As you drive to the secluded location, the first thing you'll notice is the breathtaking ocean views and magnificent Pacific horizons. Located on beautiful Zuma Beach, the Sunset Restaurant is a true "destination restaurant", an ideal venue for entertaining with an ocean view banquet room hosting to 400 for cocktails expandable to 600 with beach side tents. From romantic dinners, and intimate private parties to corporate retreats, and wrap parties The Sunset excels in special events. Just ask the crew of "Judging Amy" regarding their beach side wrap party complete with a Steele Drum band on the patio, or the crew of "Live Like a Star" who filmed a premier episode onsite. Situated steps from the waves, The Sunset offers a unique setting unmatched in Southern California, and, of course, incredible sunsets that gracefully ease daylight into night time and that is one reason celebrities Pierce Bronson, Darrel Hanna and Kate Hudson have frequented The Sunset and so should you. The Sunset is taking reservations for their fabulous Wine Table each Wednesday night. Interesting guests, great conversations, fabulous food and incredible wines. Seating is limited. Dinners start at 7:00 p.m. On Thursday evenings, The Sunset comes alive with their DJ Party. The music is controlled by the mood of the crowd. Always fun and lots of dancing. It's Lobster Season!!! The Lobster Season is going on now through the end of November. You can get a 2 pound Maine Lobster for $26.00 every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at The Sunset. Sushi House Unico 2932 1/2 Beverly Glen Circle Bel Air, CA 90077 www.shusushi.com 310-474-2740 Nestled in the canyons of Bel Air, Shu is a dining experience like no other -- a fusion of Japanese, Italian and Latin flavors and influences. Shu is the brainchild of Giacomino Drago, the well-known restaurateur and chef of several restaurants including Il Pastaio and Piccolo Paradiso in Beverly Hills, and Mauricio Oberfeld, a young real estate developer. Sushiya 8650 Sunset Boulevard West Hollywood, CA. 90069 www.sushiyaonsunset.com 310-659-9804 Get great sushi and watch the world of fashion and celebrity go by on famous Sunset Boulevard. Tangata www.patinagroup.com Tanino Ristorante and Grill 1043 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA. (310) 208-0444 This "classy" Westwood Italian is a showcase for "excellent food" courtesy of chef Tanino Drago, presented in a beautiful "high-ceilinged" room, now gloriously restored, this is one enclave of "old-world charm" where " every taste sings." TART at Farmer's Daughter 115 South Fairfax Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90036 www.farmersdaughterhotel.com Fresh baked French country cuisine tantalizes you to our new hotel restaurant, TART. Ten Pin Alley Coming Soon Teru Sushi 11940 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA 91604 www.terusushi.com 818-763-6201 We offer a wide variety of mouth watering appetizers, a classic array of traditional Japanese dinners and delicious Teru Sushi special. Our menu is an ever changing creation of the freshest sushi, sashimi, soups and salads. We also cater for those "non seafood" friends and partners with fresh chicken salads or the finest beef teriyaki. We also serve tempting deserts. The specials change weekly, and to suit the catch of that morning. Be sure to check regularly. Our sushi master chefs can create something unique just for you upon request! If you are star gazing, expect to see anyone from Jay Leno to Paris Hilton. Trader Vic's The Beverly Hilton 9876 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills www.tradervics.com www.beverlyhilton.com (310) 274-7777 Step into the world of Trader Vic's, a tropical oasis with Polynesian décor and brick wood burning ovens that has been a local favorite for 50 years. Join us in the lounge to enjoy the ultimate bar menu offering more than 75 tropical drinks - including the world-famous original Mai Tai invented by Trader Vic's. Dine by romantic candlelight next to Hollywood celebrities and savor the tastes of our Island-Eurasian fusion favorites. Open nightly, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. For reservations, call (310) 276-6345. Trader Vic's 9 Anchor Drive Emeryville California, 94608 www.tradervics.com 510-653-3400 510-653-9384 - Fax Just minutes from San Francisco, Marin and Walnut Creek, this beautiful East Bay location provides the setting for some of the world's most renown food and hospitality. Trader Vic's Emeryville help set the standard for The Trader's Island cuisine and decor. With bamboo walls, carved tikis and dugout canoes decorating the elegant waterside dining rooms, Bay Area customers have an exotic location right here in town to enjoy the best in food and drink. From signature tropical drinks to their wood fired Chinese ovens, the menu offers something for everyone from fresh fish prepared to one's preferences, to choice meats and poultry. One can also enjoy Trader Vic's at home with outstanding catering services tailored for any budget. Trader Vic's 4261 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94306 www.tradervics.com tradervicspaloalto.com 650-849-9800 650-213-8750 - Fax Trader Vic's Palo Alto offers a virtual tropical escape in the midst of the bustling Silicon Valley. Located on the lush grounds of Dinah's Garden Hotel, this Polynesian-inspired paradise is a relaxing venue for dining, cocktails, and special events and is appreciated by both locals and visitors from around the globe. Our Executive Chef offers an exotic menu with European, Chinese and Polynesian influences. Specialties include wood-fired oven delights from the Han Dynasty