Los Angeles Restaurant News & Culinary Events

Stag’s Leap Winery & Cirque du Soleil

Stag’s Leap Winery, one of the oldest and most storied wineries in Napa Valley, CA, is one of Cirque du Soleil official partners.

For a year, Stags’ Leap Winery’s Chardonnay and 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon will be served under the Big Top of KOOZA. Here is a small recap of the amazing show!

• KOOZA will be at the Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, until January 5, 2025. Get tickets now!

> For more information, visit Stags’ Leap Winery official website.

• New Restaurants •

Somni | West Hollywood

Chef Aitor Zabala’s restaurant Somni, originally located at SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, is back but in West Hollywood.

The restaurant is named after the Catalan word for “dream” and the cuisine reflects Zabala’s Catalan heritage and also his current home of Southern California.

The chef’s counter experience ($495 per person) features 20-plus courses.

> Somni, 9045 Nemo St., West Hollywood, CA 90069

October 2024

Orla | Santa Monica

Chef/restaurateur Michael Mina has opened Orla, a Mediterrean restaurant at Regent Santa Monica Beach.

> Orla, Regent Santa Monica Beach, 1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.899.4050.

October 2024

Jade | Beverly Hills

Enjoy stunning décor and very interesting sushi at Jade Beverly Hills, CA. Read the review and see photo galleries.

View map: 467 N. Canon Dr. (N. Santa Monica Blvd.), Beverly Hills CA 90210 | 310-888-8042

August 2024

Marelle | Santa Monica

Savor coastal California cuisine from chef Raphael Lunetta (Lunetta) at Marelle, the restaurant at Sandbourne Santa Monica hotel.

> Marelle, Sandbourne Santa Monica, 1740 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310-395-9700

May 2024

Find more recent openings with our list of the Best New & Hip Restaurants in Los Angeles

Chef change | The Rose Venice, Venice

Chef Jason Neroni is no longer involved with The Rose Venice.

Chef Ray Garcia is now putting his stamp on the Venice restaurant.

The Rose Venice
View map: 220 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90291 | 310-399-0711.

Wine Tasting Room | AJA Vineyards, Santa Monica

AJA Vineyards opened their very first wine tasting room, which also happens to be the first wine tasting room in downtown Santa Monica, California.

AJA Vineyards, 1417-C 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

October 2024

• Menu Specials in Los Angeles •

• THANKSGIVING •

For an all-American feast of turkey and all the trimmings, check GAYOT’s list of Best Thanksgiving Restaurants in Los Angeles.

Read more: The Best Thanksgiving Wines

Cocktails | Birdie’s G, Santa Monica

During a recent dinner at Birdies G’s, we interviewed house mixologist Stephanie Reading. Her craft cocktails are some of the best we have tried. They are a must when heading to indulge in chef Jeremy Fox’s tasty Eastern European cuisine.

Birdies G’s, Rating 14/20
View map: Bergamot Station, 2421 Michigan Ave. (Cloverfield Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA 90404 | 310-310-3616

Read more: Best Cocktail Recipes for Every Occasion, by Holiday, Season & Spirit

October 2024

Brunch | Rossoblu, DTLA

Rossoblu in DTLA has relaunched its brunch!

Join Rossoblu on Sundays from 11 AM to 2:30 PM to enjoy returning favorites like the signature Bolo Burger and lemon ricotta pancakes, alongside new brunch offerings.

Also to be found: Nutella-stuffed brioche French toast with caramelized bananas and hazelnuts, the Omelette alla Siciliana with eggplant caponata, and a rich Lasagna Bolognese with spinach pasta.

RossoBlù, Rating 14/20
City Market South, 1124 San Julian St. (E. 11th St.), Los Angeles, CA 90015 | 213-749-1099

October 2024

Lunch | Jade, Beverly Hills

Jade is now open for lunch.

Due to popular demand, they have now added their signature rolls and new lunch sets with more variety to the menu.

Lunch is served Tuesday through Saturday 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Jade, Rating 14/20
View map: 467 N. Canon Dr. (N. Santa Monica Blvd.), Beverly Hills CA 90210 | 310-888-8042

October 2024

Brunch | Maple Block, Culver City

Boozy Weekend Brunch, Sat. & Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Maple Block offers a variety of craft cocktails and bottomless options are offered from the full bar.

Brunch menu includes favorites such as Chilaquiles Verde, Avocado Toast, Brioche Cinnamon Crunch French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Brunch Burger, Brisket Breakfast Burrito, and more.

View map: 3973 Sepulveda Blvd. (Washington Pl.), Culver City, CA 90230 | 310-313-6328

October 2024

Los Angeles Restaurant Features

• The Power of Flowers at Arden Restaurant | West Hollywood, CA
• Très stylish sushi at Jade | Beverly Hills, CA
• The Millionaire Martini at Delilah Los Angeles & Miami
• Be Vegan in Style at Gracias Madre } West Hollywood, CA

Gnocchi Dish | Cork Dork, Westlake Village

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Cork Dork is keeping the fall spirit alive with their house made Sweet Potato Gnocchi!

Sautéed in brown butter and topped with creamy Cypress Grove goat cheese & mushroom fondue, roasted mushrooms, black truffle, and a drizzle of saba, it is a great comfort dish to embrace the season.

Cork Dork Rating 14/20
View map: 1125 Lindero Canyon Rd., Westlake Village, CA 91362 | 818-532-7284

• EVENTS •

November 1-30, 2024 | Raeburn Winery Uncork Joy Holiday Sweepstakes

Enter now to win $3,500 in cash and prizes!

Presented by Raeburn Winery, this is your chance to host the ultimate holiday gathering. The package includes a generous cash gift of $2,500, chef-quality cookware, locally sourced ingredients, an elegant apron and more.

Make an unforgettable experience this holiday, filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious wines.

Check out GAYOT’s Wine section.

November 18, 2024 | Upper West, Santa Monica

Upper West
View map: 3321 Pico Blvd. (33rd St.) Santa Monica, CA 90405 | 310-586-1111

November 21, 2024 | The Arbour Pasadena

The Arbour
527 S. Lake Ave. (E. California Blvd.)
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-396-4925 | View Website

December 2-5 and December 9-12, 2024 | 8 Nights At Birdie G’s, Santa Monica

An unforgettable culinary experience at Birdie G’s, by Chef/Owner Jeremy Fox.

Each festive evening features an exciting pairing of award-winning guest chefs all coming together under one roof to create an unforgettable culinary journey.

12/2: Nancy Silverton, Mozza, Los Angeles + Shaina Loew-Banayan, Cafe Mutton, Hudson
12/3: Kevin Tien, Moon Rabbit, Washington D.C. + Miles Shorey, Pijja Palace, Los Angeles
12/4: Aisha Ibrahim, Canlis, Seattle + Spencer Horovitz, Hadeem, San Francisco
12/5: Chad Colby, Antico Nuovo, Los Angeles + Ryan Bartlow, Ernesto’s, New York City

12/9: Katianna & John Hong, Yangban, Los Angeles + Matt Schaler, Los Angeles
12/10: Jonny Black, Chez Noir, Carmel + Jihee Kim, Perilla, Los Angeles
12/11: Grant Achatz, Alinea, Chicago + Jon Harris, Linden, Los Angeles
12/12: Jason Hammel, Lula Cafe, Chicago + Kwang Uh, Baroo, Los Angeles

Reserve now!

Birdies G’s, Rating 14/20
View map: Bergamot Station, 2421 Michigan Ave. (Cloverfield Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA 90404 | 310-310-3616

 • RESTAURANT CLOSINGS •

Celebrating six and a half years | Tesse, West Hollywood, CA

Tesse West Hollywood closed on October 26, 2024. Here is a recap of the evening.

Alimento | Silver Lake

Alimento, Zach Pollack’s Silver Lake ode to regional Italian specialties, closed on September 7, 2024.

Alimento, 1710 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026.

Otium | DTLA

Otium, the downtown Los Angeles restaurant adjacent to The Broad Museum, had its last day of operation on September 8, 2024.

Otium, 222 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA 90012,

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