Los Angeles has mastered the art of hotel dining. Across the city, restaurants inside its most stylish hotels are redefining what luxury tastes like—pairing exceptional cuisine with remarkable design, ocean views, and a level of hospitality only found in the world’s great dining capitals. From coastal elegance to rooftop glamour, this curated guide highlights the hotel restaurants shaping the city’s modern culinary scene.
Sirena — The Georgian Hotel, Santa Monica
Sirena brings new energy to The Georgian Hotel’s Art Deco legacy. Reimagined in 2023, the space blends 1930s glamour with modern coastal ease. Guests dine indoors or on the patio overlooking Ocean Avenue and the Pacific beyond. The menu leans on seasonal California-Italian cooking—handmade pastas, vibrant produce, and thoughtful vegetarian options. Croissant French Toast Soufflé at breakfast, Sweet Corn Cappellacci at dinner, and Coconut Budino for the finale all reflect Sirena’s ingredient-driven, coastal-luxe approach.
Mar’sel — Terranea Resort, Palos Verdes
Perched above the cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Mar’sel offers one of the most serene dining experiences in Los Angeles. Its name—taken from the Spanish and French words for sea and salt—captures the restaurant’s spirit. The menu centers on local, garden-fed ingredients, elevated through dishes like Icefjord salmon, caviar-topped starters, and perfectly seared filet mignon. A global wine list stretches from California to France, while the Sunday three-course brunch has become a weekend ritual along the Pacific.
Mediterraneo — Westlake Village Inn
Mediterraneo blends European charm with Southern California ease. Set beside a private lake and vineyard, the restaurant’s renovated patio now features an outdoor bar, expanded seating, and firelit dining. Executive Chef Lisa Biondi highlights fresh, rustic Mediterranean flavors through handmade pastas, seafood, and garden-grown salads. The newly launched Sunday brunch, paired with reserve wines and craft cocktails, has quickly become a local favorite.
1 Kitchen — 1 Hotel West Hollywood
At 1 Kitchen, sustainability leads the way. Executive Chef Ginger Pierce crafts bright, seasonal dishes using produce from the hotel’s organic garden and on-site beehive. Breakfast through lunch features feel-good plates like the Superfood Salad and the Grilled Skirt Steak Sandwich. The beverage program includes biodynamic California wines, cold-pressed cocktails, and Bluestone Lane coffee. Light-filled and naturally styled, the space embodies the hotel’s commitment to mindful dining.
THE Blvd Restaurant — Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Located at the corner of Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Boulevard, THE Blvd offers a lively, upscale take on California cuisine. High ceilings, Art Deco accents, and views of Rodeo Drive define its cosmopolitan energy. Guests settle in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or simply for a post-shopping cocktail on the patio. Weekly specialties—Beef Wellington on Wednesdays and prime rib on Sundays—add old-world indulgence to this Beverly Hills classic.
Coin & Candor — Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
Coin & Candor is a California brasserie rooted in warmth and technique. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame a cascading patio waterfall, while the menu—led by Chef Hugo Bolaños—celebrates wood-fired cooking and locally sourced ingredients. Dishes range from Avocado & Crab Tartine at brunch to Salt-Baked Mediterranean Seabass at dinner. The restaurant’s rustic-meets-refined style makes it a gathering place for guests and locals alike.
The Royce — The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
The Royce offers a polished steakhouse experience in one of the region’s most iconic hotels. Specialties include Australian Wagyu, Prime Cuts, and grass-fed selections grilled over seasonal wood. Chef Jorge Delgado brings global influences to dishes like Lemon-Crusted Salmon with coconut velouté and Prime Carpaccio with pickled cordyceps. Signature plates, such as the 40oz Wagyu Tomahawk, pair beautifully with an extensive wine list showcasing both New and Old World producers.
Metropole Bar + Kitchen — Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown
Metropole Bar + Kitchen blends bold Los Angeles energy with a neighborhood-style ease. The menu offers hearty breakfasts, laid-back lunches, and global-inspired dinners. Décor nods to the city’s layered history, with arched booths referencing Prohibition-era tunnels and design elements inspired by Anna May Wong and historic Fiesta de las Flores. Live music on Fridays adds to its lively downtown character.
La Monique — Oceana Santa Monica
La Monique brings French brasserie elegance to the oceanfront. Designed by Martin Brudnizki, the interior mixes Hollywood Regency glamour with California cool. Chef David Fricaud—known from “Top Chef France”—crafts refined, French-inspired dishes made with seasonal local ingredients. Expect seafood towers, dry-aged steaks, handmade pastas, and elevated comfort classics like Le Poulet. It’s one of the most stylish new additions to the Santa Monica dining scene.
Merois — The Sun Rose West Hollywood
Set above The Sun Rose on the Sunset Strip, Merois pairs dramatic views with Wolfgang Puck’s signature blend of French techniques and Asian influences. The rooftop setting—designed by Martin Brudnizki—features draped ceilings, chandeliers, and lush tilework. Highlights include Spicy Chicken Dumplings, Whole Sizzling Fish, and the memorable Ube Basque Cheesecake. Fireside cocktails complete the scene.
The Rooftop — Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
A serene garden retreat above the city, The Rooftop offers nearly 360-degree views from the Hollywood Hills to the Pacific. Chef Peleg Miron’s seasonal, Asian-inspired menu is paired with signature cocktails like the Mezcal Sunset. Tuna Crispy Rice and the Lobster Burger are crowd favorites. From afternoon lounging to sunset dining, this rooftop is one of the most coveted vistas in Los Angeles.
Cast & Plow — The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
Cast & Plow highlights fresh, local, and sustainable California cuisine with sweeping waterfront views. Menus feature seasonal seafood, organic produce, and refined interpretations of classic coastal dishes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch are served daily, with small bites available in the late afternoon and late evening. Guests dine indoors or by the marina’s cozy fire-pit tables.
