Best Group Dining Restaurants in Beverly Grove
13 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Locanda Veneta
Refined Venetian classics and lasagna in a long-running 3rd Street institution.
Notable Picks
8.9
Locanda Veneta is an old-school Venetian dining room where polished Northern Italian classics, including a deeply savory baked lasagna, have been drawing locals since 1988. White tablecloths, a serious wine list, and hands-on hospitality make it a go-to for celebratory pasta nights in Beverly Grove.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic meat lasagna al forno, Ossobuco con risotto allo zafferano, Wild mushroom risotto
What Makes it Special: Refined Venetian classics and lasagna in a long-running 3rd Street institution.
#2
Sushi Tama
8.8
Sushi Tama is an omakase-focused counter and dining room on Robertson where seasonal nigiri, premium tuna, and precise technique anchor a polished but relaxed experience. Locals book it for special-occasion dinners that feel high-end without tipping into stiff formality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Table Omakase Menu, Aburi Toro Nigiri, Premium Tuna Bowl
What Makes it Special: Refined omakase-driven sushi with serious fish sourcing and technique.
8.7
Crossroads Kitchen is Tal Ronnen’s plant-based fine dining room where artichoke oysters, vegan crab cakes, and pastas like tagliatelle Bolognese make a convincing case for meatless date nights. The dimly lit dining room and shareable small plates help the whole experience read as elegant rather than didactic.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke Oysters, Vegan Crab Cakes, Tagliatelle Bolognese
What Makes it Special: A pioneering vegan fine dining restaurant where the menu feels indulgent, not ascetic.
The Izaka-ya by Katsu-ya in Beverly Grove is a high-energy Japanese tavern known for inventive sushi rolls, crispy rice, and modern izakaya plates. Locals lean on it for big-flavor specialty rolls, strong drinks, and a lively scene that works for both date night and group dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice, Baked Crab Roll, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño
What Makes it Special: Modern Japanese tavern where creative rolls and crispy rice anchor the menu.
8.6
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Yardbird brings a polished Southern table to the Beverly Center, where fried chicken and hickory-smoked St. Louis ribs share the spotlight. With national acclaim and a deep bourbon list, it works as well for celebratory brunch as it does pre-show dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
St. Louis Pork Ribs, Lewellyn's Fine Fried Chicken, Sweet Tea Braised Short Rib
What Makes it Special: James Beard–lauded Southern comfort cooking with showy, smoked St. Louis ribs.
8.6
A long-running Beverly Grove favorite for Hong Kong-style dim sum, Bao Dim Sum House pairs baskets of handmade dumplings with a full bar and loungey dining room. With more than 15 years in the neighborhood and well over a thousand multi-platform reviews at around 4.3 stars, it’s a reliable choice for groups craving classic Cantonese small plates and cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings), Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Radish Cake with Diced Ham
What Makes it Special: Handcrafted Hong Kong-style dim sum in a buzzy, cocktail-friendly setting.
8.6
Electric Karma blends Punjabi comfort food with a stylish Third Street setting, complete with Bollywood projections and an airy patio. Brothers Paramjit and Lakhvir Singh lean into vibrant curries, kombination platters, and cocktails that make it a go-to for casual date nights and small groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Chicken, Tandoori Platter, Masala Dosa
What Makes it Special: A 20-year Beverly Grove fixture combining romantic courtyard dining with Punjabi dishes and modern LA flourishes.
8.4
ABSteak is a Korean-inflected steakhouse at Beverly Center where dry-aged ribeye, wagyu cuts, and banchan share the table with cocktails built for a night out. Smokeless tabletop grills and precise service make it feel both interactive and refined for date nights or small groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whiskey-Aged Ribeye, Marinated Galbi, Kimchi Fried Rice
What Makes it Special: A sleek Korean steakhouse marrying dry-aged beef with tableside charcoal grilling.
C.O.D. Seafood House & Raw Bar is a modern Asian-influenced seafood brasserie on 3rd Street with sidewalk and open-front seating that keeps the dining room feeling like one long patio. Fresh fish, a busy raw bar, and late-night hours make it a lively outdoor option for seafood and cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, Truffle Uni Pasta, Garlic Noodles
What Makes it Special: Asian-inspired seafood, a full raw bar, and buzzy open-air 3rd Street seating.
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Family Friendly Favorites
Trendy Table Hotspots
H&H Brazilian Steakhouse brings an all-you-can-eat churrasco experience to Beverly Center with a long parade of skewered meats, a big salad bar, and an upbeat dining room. It’s the move when you want carved-at-the-table picanha and a festive, group-first energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brazilian Churrasco Rodizio, Picanha, A5 Wagyu Upgrade
What Makes it Special: High-energy Brazilian rodizio with nonstop skewers and a big salad bar.
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Group Dining Gatherings
Proper Pizza and Pasta is a New York–style slice shop and delivery workhorse on 3rd Street, slinging large pies, late-night slices, and hearty pastas until 2 a.m. many nights. With hundreds of reviews and a strong following on delivery apps, it’s the go-to when you want a big, foldable slice or a saucy penne vodka more than a sit-down scene. It shines on convenience, portion size, and reliability at almost any hour.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Burrata Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Penne Vodka
What Makes it Special: NY-style pies and pasta with long hours and strong delivery game.
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Kopan’s Beverly Grove outpost is a crowd-pleasing Japanese spot where hearty tonkotsu ramen shares the stage with rolls, sashimi, and bento boxes. With hundreds of reviews and steady ratings, it’s a reliable choice near Cedars-Sinai for groups who want both ramen and broader Japanese options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Vegan Ramen
What Makes it Special: High-volume neighborhood standby combining tonkotsu ramen with a full sushi menu.
Worthy Picks
#13
Bobby's Pizzeria
7.8
Bobby’s Pizzeria is a late-night New York–style slice shop on 3rd Street with a loud playlist, counter seating, and pies flying until 4 a.m. Drawing hundreds of reviews across platforms, it’s prized more for giant slices, quick service, and post-bar energy than polish. When you want a hot pepperoni slice at 2 a.m., this is the local move.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pepperoni Pizza, Bianco Pizza, Meat Lovers Pizza
What Makes it Special: Late-night New York–style slices with big portions and louder energy.