
The menu draws myriad influences from Asia, South America, the Middle East, and more. Behind the stoves is Fernando Darin, a 15-year hospitality veteran and former executive chef at Patina. Designed by renowned architect Martin Brudnizki, the rooftop space includes a lounge pool and jacuzzi, in addition to the restaurant. Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Mother Tongue, Hollywoodįind Michael Mina’s Mother Tongue perched atop the 75,000-square-foot, five-level fitness club called Heimat in Hollywood. Pancit Chami with prawns from Kuya Lord’s pop-up days. The restaurant is open from lunch through dinner starting at 11:30 a.m. Crowds are lining up early for a taste of Llera’s lechon kawali. The menu is still being tweaked and expanded, but so far it hinges on noodle and rice bowls topped with a number of proteins (pork, chicken, and seared tofu). Wonho Frank Lee Kuya Lord, Melrose HillĪfter two years of cooking in a garage, chef Maynard Llera’s first standalone restaurant opened in Melrose Hill. Regional American dips and pickles at Dunsmoor in Glassell Park. Look for dishes like coal-roasted oysters, lamb tartare, pork rillettes, and more. The restaurant’s menu, with its aged filigree detailing and nods to regions like the Carolinas and the Pacific, is meant to take diners across time and place.

With Dunsmoor, longtime Hatchet Hall and Hart & the Hunter chef Brian Dunsmoor is bringing nearly-forgotten foodways to Glassell Park. To wash it all down is a Spanish-influenced array of gin and tonics, sangrias, and other easy sippers from bartender Gabriella Mlynarcyzk.

Pastry chef Danielle Christie prepares a polished mil hojas with dulce de leche and coffee ice cream, as well as a very appealing chocolate flan with cherry jam and alfajore. Wonho Frank Lee Dono, Santa MonicaĪt chef Brendan Collins’s Spanish spot Dono, expect to find all the classics - from jamon croquetas to bacon-wrapped dates, albondigas with yogurt and grilled octopus with potatoes. Glitz, glam, and red meat at Catch Steak in West Hollywood. The menu also has a smattering of shareable dishes and mains aimed at those cutting back or refraining from eating beef, like salmon, sushi rolls, and even a vegetarian chicken parm. At the heart of Catch Steak’s menu is a vast selection of beef including Japanese wagyu and American-sourced USDA prime beef. Located in the palatial 10,000-square-foot space formerly occupied by Fig & Olive on Melrose Place, the contemporary steakhouse comes from Catch Hospitality Group, which also operates seafood hotspot Catch LA located a half-mile away. Find lighter bites and strong cocktails at Capri Club in Eagle Rock. Puglian-born chef Francesco Allegro oversees the bar bites menu that includes marinated anchovies, tuna-stuffed peppers, and meatballs in sugo.

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To drink, a full lineup of cocktails and a separate menu for aperitivi. First opened in 1963, Capri Club kept a number of lived-in touches like a worn floor and wood paneling. Robert Fleming’s Capri Club beckons passersby with its deep red leather booths and an arcing wood bar.

An assortment platter from Broad Street Oyster Co. There’s also draft beer and tall stools for counter seating in the former Prawn space. The Malibu seafood sensation opened in Downtown’s Grand Central Market last week. It’s no longer required to hop on Pacific Coast Highway to nab Broad Street Oyster Co.’s signature lobster rolls and seafood towers. For more under-the-radar restaurant openings, check out this companion list. Consider this monthly rundown a go-to guide for the newest and boldest debuts across the Southland. Los Angeles is no stranger to splashy restaurant openings situated in iconic buildings and helmed by big-name chefs.
