Best Girls Night Out Restaurants in Los Angeles
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Bacari W 3rd
Mediterranean-influenced small plates and wines served in a lush 3rd Street patio setting.
Notable Picks
#1
Bacari W 3rd
8.8
Bacari W 3rd is a Venetian-inspired small plates spot where Mediterranean-leaning dishes, craft cocktails, and a leafy patio make lingering over shared plates the default move. Locals treat it as a flexible neighborhood dining room for everything from happy hour to late-evening dates, with a menu that rewards mixing pastas, vegetable plates, and grilled meats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb hummus with warm pita, Bacari fries with aioli, Seasonal seafood pasta
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean-influenced small plates and wines served in a lush 3rd Street patio setting.
#2
Horses
8.8
Horses is a Michelin-recognized contemporary bistro on Sunset that channels old Hollywood energy with martinis, a tight seasonal menu, and one of the city’s most talked-about burgers. It’s a destination for long, lingering dinners where endive Caesar, off-menu vodka rigatoni, and Cornish hen share the table with strong cocktails and excellent people-watching.
Must-Try Dishes:
Horses Caesar (endive Caesar salad), Off-menu vodka rigatoni “The Herman”, Cornish hen with panzanella
What Makes it Special: A buzzy, Michelin-recognized Sunset bistro blending vintage pub bones with contemporary, French-leaning American cooking.
8.8
Laya is a chef-driven Middle Eastern restaurant just off Cahuenga, pairing Lebanese-inspired mezzes and skewers with cocktails in a moody, design-forward space. It’s where Hollywood comes for lively, shared dinners that feel equal parts night-out destination and serious modern cooking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beetroot hummus with warm pita, Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers, Sumac-roasted chicken with toum
What Makes it Special: Chef Charbel Hayek’s polished Eastern Mediterranean cooking in a high-energy, design-led room.
#4
Nativo
8.8
Nativo is a modern agave-focused cantina where chef-driven Mexican plates meet one of Highland Park’s strongest cocktail programs, with owners Gabriel Paredes and Corissa Hernandez steering the vision. Weekday happy hour brings discounted tacos, snacks, and signature drinks, making the back patio and bar a go-to early-evening hangout for locals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole-covered tater tots, Street-style taco trio (tinga, mole verde, barbacoa), Cucurrucu mezcal cocktail
What Makes it Special: Cocktail-bar energy with serious regional Mexican cooking and agave.
#5
Carmel
8.7
Members pairs a Moroccan-inspired dining room with a members-club sensibility, offering Mediterranean-leaning plates alongside live performances and a curated nightlife program. The kitchen leans into grilled meats, seafood, and mezze that feel more polished than the average club menu. It’s best approached as a full evening out rather than a quick bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Members’ Signature Mezze, Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Chops, Spiced Seafood Tagine
What Makes it Special: Moroccan palace–style setting that merges Mediterranean dining with club programming.
#6
Linden
8.7
Linden channels New York comfort food through a Hollywood lens, pairing a moody, vintage-inspired dining room with chef-driven takes on burgers, shrimp and grits, and wagyu oxtail pie. It reads equal parts neighborhood hangout and destination dinner spot, with cocktails and storytelling plates that reward repeat visits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Linden burger with duck fat fries, Wagyu oxtail pie, Southern-style shrimp and grits
What Makes it Special: Black-owned, New York-inspired spot weaving personal stories into elevated comfort food.
#7
Next Door
8.7
Next Door is a modern Israeli, Glatt kosher dining room from chefs Adir Cohen and Liad Ichiye, opened in late 2022 with a fine-dining approach to Mediterranean flavors. Plates lean polished and seasonal, with careful cooking, a strong wine and cocktail program, and service that feels closer to a special-occasion restaurant than a neighborhood casual spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charred eggplant with tahini, herbs, and fresh-baked laffa, Grilled lamb kebab with sumac onions and salatim, Whole branzino with herb oil and market vegetables
What Makes it Special: Fine-dining modern Israeli cooking with Glatt kosher certification and polished hospitality.
#8
Primo Italia
8.7
Primo Italia is a polished, Southern Italian restaurant and cocktail bar where house-made pastas, tableside moments, and live music make it one of the area’s most sought-after date-night reservations. The kitchen leans rich and classic—think cacio e pepe, osso buco, and tiramisu—executed with more finesse than most neighborhood red-sauce joints.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonnarelli cacio e pepe, Wild boar pappardelle, Veal chop Milanese
What Makes it Special: Upscale Southern Italian cooking with live music and a moody bar.
#9
Ronan
8.7
Ronan is a chef-driven Italian restaurant on Melrose known for wood-fired pizzas and seasonal share plates in a lively, design-forward space. It blends high-level technique with an energetic dining room ideal for date nights. The kitchen delivers consistent execution validated by professional recognition.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Sweet Cheeks pizza, Seasonal arancini
What Makes it Special: Wood-fired pizzas and share plates executed with high culinary technique.
8.7
Superba’s Hollywood location feels like a modern all-day café, where sourdough loaves, laminated pastries, and colorful brunch plates land under high ceilings and big windows. Weekends skew lively, with neighborhood industry folks lingering over coffee, cocktails, and long brunches on Sunset.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soft-scramble sourdough toast, Ricotta pancakes with seasonal fruit, Fried chicken sandwich on house bread
What Makes it Special: Bakery-driven brunch where serious bread and pastry anchor bright California plates.
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.
8.7
Travel-inspired artisanal creamery serving globally influenced flavors since 2015, founded by Adrienne Borlongan. Signature offerings include Japanese Neapolitan combining matcha, hojicha and black sesame, plus Filipino ube malted crunch and Thai sticky rice mango.
Must-Try Dishes:
Japanese Neapolitan, Ube Malted Crunch, Sticky Rice & Mango
What Makes it Special: World flavors in every scoop with rotating seasonal menu
#13
A Food Affair
8.6
A husband-and-wife French bistro that brings Provençal comfort to Pico-Robertson with careful, classic cooking and a warm, intimate room. The menu leans on time-tested staples like duck confit and bouillabaisse, executed with a homey confidence that keeps locals returning. It’s a neighborhood destination for unfussy French dinner done right.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Confit, Bouillabaisse de Marseille, Beef Bourguignon
What Makes it Special: Provence-style French classics cooked by the owners since 2012.
#14
A.O.C.
8.6
A.O.C. is a wine bar and small plates institution where a leafy courtyard and balcony tables make al fresco dining feel like a Mediterranean dinner party off 3rd Street. Seasonal market-driven dishes and an extensive by-the-glass list draw both neighborhood regulars and destination diners for long, lingering evenings outside.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spanish Fried Chicken, The Farmer’s Plate (roasted vegetables, muhammara, burrata & grilled toast), Charcuterie Board with Grilled Toast
What Makes it Special: Market-driven small plates and one of LA’s most beloved wine patios.
8.6
At The Grove, Alma Cocina de Mexico brings a polished, Mexico City–leaning menu of tacos, moles, and seafood to a patio overlooking the fountain. Guests come for shareable plates, serious cocktails, and an atmosphere that feels more like a modern dining room than a mall restaurant.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coliflor al Pastor, Quesabirria Tacos, Enchiladas de Mole
What Makes it Special: Upscale Mexico City–style cooking with cocktails and fountain-front patio seating.
8.6
Perched atop Level 8 across from Crypto.com Arena, Brown Sheep does chef-driven tacos on a rooftop terrace that runs deep into the night. Expect creative fillings like mushroom chicharron and crispy carnitas, cocktails from the adjacent bars, and a lively DJ-fueled scene that feels more night-out than taqueria.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom chicharron taco, Carnitas taco, Carne asada taco
What Makes it Special: Rooftop gourmet taco truck by chef Ray Garcia with nightclub energy.
#17
Met Her At A Bar
8.6
Met Her At A Bar is a compact, high-energy brunch cafe known for crisp Belgian-style waffles, over-the-top breakfast plates, and steady lines down La Brea. Since opening in 2017, it’s become a go-to for locals who want sweet-and-savory brunch with strong coffee and a social, buzzy room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Belgian Waffle with Fried Chicken, Strawberry Nutella Waffle, Breakfast Sandwich on Brioche
What Makes it Special: Line-worthy waffles and brunch plates in a tiny, lively cafe.
#18
Mon Ami
8.6
Hidden behind a neon pink sign near the pier, this Mediterranean escape transports diners to coastal Morocco and Spain through vibrant mezze platters and lobster catalana. The multi-level venue buzzes with energy from its pink-fringed patio to the upstairs nightclub after dark.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster alla Catalana Pasta, Mezze Platter, 7 Spice Chicken
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean party palace with late-night dancing upstairs
8.6
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Girls Night Out Approved
Group Dining Gatherings
Pine & Crane’s South Park outpost updates Taiwanese home cooking with bright flavors, natural wines, and a sleek indoor–outdoor space that feels built for downtown’s creative crowd. With hundreds of strong reviews since opening in 2022, it’s become a go-to for shareable small plates, noodles, and cocktails before or after a game or show.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dan Dan Noodles, Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken, Minced Pork on Rice (lu rou fan)
What Makes it Special: Modern Taiwanese flavors, all-day hours, and a design-forward indoor–outdoor setting.
#20
Tonchin
8.6
Tokyo-born Tonchin’s LA outpost brings a polished, modern ramen experience to the Melrose corridor, anchored by rich yet balanced tonkotsu. The bowl construction is meticulous—springy noodles, silky broth, and well-seared chashu—while sides and kakigori desserts make it feel like a full night-out spot rather than a quick slurp. Cocktails and late hours add real neighborhood pull.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Tan Tan Ramen, Smoked Dashi Ramen
What Makes it Special: A Tokyo institution’s refined tonkotsu and dessert-forward ramen bar format.
#21
ADKT LA
8.5
ADKT LA is a moody French-Japanese spot on Fairfax that leans into cocktails, polished service, and chef-driven plates more than pure sushi. It’s a place for lingering evenings built around wagyu, seafood towers, and shareable small plates rather than a quick roll-and-go meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seafood Tower, Wagyu Chateaubriand, Matcha Tiramisu
What Makes it Special: French-Japanese cooking in a polished cocktail-forward dining room.
#22
Casa 12
8.5
Casa 12 is an intimate Italian ristorante just off the Venice Pier, combining candlelit tables, live-music nights, and handmade pastas for a classic romantic date formula. Guests praise the lobster ravioli, slow-cooked Bolognese, and grilled octopus as much as the warmly lit room and European-feeling sidewalk seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Ravioli, Fettuccine Verdi alla Bolognese, Grilled Octopus
What Makes it Special: Cozy Italian spot near the pier with handmade pastas and live music.
8.5
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Culichi Town’s Bell location is a high-energy Sinaloa-style restaurant where an enormous menu of Mexican sushi rolls shares the spotlight with mariscos and cocktails. With well over a thousand reviews and a full section of natural, fried, and baked rolls, it’s the area’s loudest, most scene-driven place to crush Hot Cheetos–topped and surf-and-turf rolls with friends. Live music, bottle service energy, and late hours make it more of a night out than a quiet sushi bar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hot Cheetos Roll, Guamuchilito Roll, Mar y Tierra Roll
What Makes it Special: Sinaloa-style party restaurant where Mexican sushi rolls headline a loud mariscos show.
8.5
Galanga Thai Fusion has been a West Hollywood fixture for years, pairing classic curries and noodles with house specials like salmon panang and playful Thai burritos. The room is casual but comfortable, and its long run and strong review volume make it one of the area’s most proven Thai tables.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon panang, Thai beef stew, Crispy basil fish
What Makes it Special: Long-running West Hollywood Thai spot with both traditional plates and quirky house specials.
#25
Iki Nori
8.5
Vibes:
Girls Night Out Approved
Live Music Showtime
Trendy Table Hotspots
Birthday & Celebration Central
Status Restaurant & Lounge brings a Caribbean lens to Hollywood dining, serving jerk chicken, curry shrimp, fried snapper, and crab alongside cocktails in an upscale lounge setting. It leans into nightlife energy, so seafood plates often share the table with bottle service, DJs, and a dressed-up crowd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Caribbean curry shrimp pasta, Fried or escovitch red snapper, Curry crab legs weekend specials
What Makes it Special: Caribbean restaurant-lounge where jerk meats and plated seafood share space with DJs and bottle service.
8.5
Glamorous Japanese brasserie fusing traditional techniques with French culinary flair, transforming into a buzzy nightlife destination after dark. The Instagram-perfect space features dramatic lighting, live DJs, and show-stopping presentations like the 467 Carat Dragon roll with gold leaf.
Must-Try Dishes:
Diamond Roll with Caviar, Wagyu Carpaccio with Uni, 467 Carat Premium Dragon
What Makes it Special: Japanese-French fusion with nightlife atmosphere and live DJs.
8.5
Kalaveras brings a fresh, modern vibe to Mexican Happy Hour with creative cocktails, colorful decor, and a menu spanning street tacos to birria quesadillas. Their Happy Hour offers excellent value and a stylish crowd. Standout choices include tacos gobernador, birria tacos, and their signature churro sandwich dessert.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria Tacos, Churro Sandwich, Tacos Gobernador
What Makes it Special: Modern Mexican spot with lively Happy Hour and colorful presentations.
#28
La Nena Cantina
8.5
La Nena Cantina’s 2025 Hollywood opening brings a coastal-leaning Mexican cantina to Columbia Square, with a sunlit patio and a menu that treats burritos with the same care as ceviches and tacos. Handmade tortillas, a dedicated Burrito La Nena, and burrito party packs make it an unexpected option for more upscale burrito cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito La Nena, Burrito Gobernador, Breakfast Burrito
What Makes it Special: Design-forward cantina with named burritos and a full burrito bar program.
#29
Le Petit Paris
8.5
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Girls Night Out Approved
A grand, Belle-Époque-styled French room in the Historic Core that trades in romance and theatrical dining. The menu stays rooted in French classics—escargot, tartare, steak and seafood—supported by a deep cocktail and champagne program. After a recent return to service, it’s again a reliable pick for special nights when you want atmosphere to match the plate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Moules frites, Steak tartare, Escargot with herb butter
What Makes it Special: A revived Parisian dining hall where ambience is half the experience.
#30
PLANTA Cocina
8.5
PLANTA Cocina is a plant-based, design-forward spot overlooking the marina, built for people who want a splashy night out without meat or dairy. The room runs loud and social, with colorful Latin-inspired plates and cocktails that feel tailored for pregame dinners, birthdays, and content-ready group hangs.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ahi Watermelon Nigiri, Bang Bang Broccoli, Mushroom Truffle Pizza
What Makes it Special: High-energy vegan restaurant with glitzy marina-side design and shareable plates.
#31
Qué Bárbaro
8.5
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Girls Night Out Approved
Instagram Worthy Wonders
On Level 8 of the Moxy/AC hotel, Qué Bárbaro is a South American steakhouse built around a dramatic live-fire grill and clubby rooftop energy. Chef Ray Garcia’s menu leans into picanha, costilla gaucha, and lomo saltado alongside strong cocktails and music-heavy vibes tailor-made for pre-game or late-night lingering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Picanha with chimichurri, Costilla gaucha (bone-in short rib), Lomo saltado with prime beef
What Makes it Special: A Vegas-adjacent rooftop asado with theatrical open-fire steak service steps from Crypto.com Arena.
8.5
Seven Nineteen By GS is a Black-owned lounge and sports bar where crisp wings share the spotlight with cocktails, seafood, and DJs. With thousands of reviews and a lively crowd, it’s the neighborhood’s go-to for game nights and late-evening hangs built around saucy platters of wings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seven Nineteen Signature Wings, Seven Nineteen Wing Flight, Honey Buffalo Chicken Sliders
What Makes it Special: High-energy Black-owned lounge with creative wing flights and cocktails.
#33
Sul & Beans
8.5
Established in 2014, Sul & Beans specializes in Korean bingsoo (shaved ice) with fresh, high-quality ingredients and unique flavors like earl grey alongside traditional options. The generous portions are designed for sharing, and the shop maintains its position as one of Koreatown's premier Korean shaved ice destinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green Tea Bingsoo, Original Milk Bingsoo, Injeolmi Toast
What Makes it Special: Authentic Korean bingsoo with innovative flavors and generous portions perfect for sharing
#34
The Six West LA
8.5
The Six West LA is a casual neighborhood spot with a sizable patio, approachable cocktails, and a menu that mixes pizzas, burgers, and shareable plates. Brunch service on weekends and friendly staff make it a comfortable choice for dog owners looking to linger outside.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Six Mac and Cheese Fritters, Buffalo Style Cauliflower, Brisket Tacos
What Makes it Special: Relaxed all-day patio with shareable comfort food and drinks.
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.
8.4
Modern Greek spot pairing mezze and grilled mains with a thoughtful wine list in a stylish Abbot Kinney room. Go for a date-night pace, knowledgeable pairings, and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Lamb chops, Horiatiki salad
What Makes it Special: Greek-leaning menu with dialed wine guidance by the glass.
8.4
This family-run room from chef-owner Sandro Oliverio leans into Calabrian-leaning pastas, rich sauces, and a house-baked dessert program in a low-lit Beverly dining room. It’s the kind of place where gnocchi pesto, pear-and-gorgonzola salad, and a serious Amarone by the glass turn a neighborhood dinner into a longer evening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gnocchi al Pesto, Pear and Gorgonzola Salad, Tiramisu
What Makes it Special: Cozy, family-owned Calabrian spot where handmade pastas, rich sauces, and a focused wine list anchor long Beverly dinners.
8.4
Venetian-inspired small plates from Chef Lior Hillel create shareable Mediterranean experiences across multiple dining spaces. Natural wines and craft cocktails complement creative dishes from lamb hummus to truffle mac, all served in a rustic-chic setting with courtyard seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Hummus, Truffle Mac & Cheese, Glazed Pork Belly
What Makes it Special: 90-minute open bar special and innovative Mediterranean small plates perfect for sharing
#39
Bar Amá
8.4
Josef Centeno’s downtown Tex-Mex cantina balances comfort and craft, with puffy tacos, borracho beans, and mole-leaning plates that feel personal rather than performative. The room stays lively without losing warmth, and the menu rewards both quick bites and full dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Puffy tacos with lengua carnitas, Menudo, Super nachos
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven Tex-Mex with puffy tacos as the signature.
#40
Chulita
8.4
Alta-California Mexican with a serious mezcal program and a weekday happy hour that includes cocktail deals and snackable plates. Tacos come on fresh tortillas with bright salsas, and the stylish patio pulls an early crowd along Rose.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled shrimp tacos, Chicken tinga tacos, Queso fundido
What Makes it Special: Modern mezcal bar with taco-friendly happy hour and a design-forward patio.
#41
Coucou
8.4
Modern French bistro led by Bouchon-alum Chef Jacob Wetherington, pairing live-fire cooking with classic bistro plates. Locals come for steak frites, mussels, and strong cocktails in a buzzy, date-night setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Mussels marinière, Cheeseburger à la française
What Makes it Special: Live-fire French bistro cooking with serious cocktail craft.
#42
El Carmen
8.4
El Carmen is a long-running tequila and mezcal bar on 3rd Street where tacos, chips, and guacamole support a serious margarita program. Locals treat it as a lively, dimly lit hangout for shrimp tacos, al pastor, and strong drinks rather than a traditional sit-down taqueria.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp tacos, Carne asada tacos, Al pastor tacos
What Makes it Special: Tequila-focused bar with better-than-expected tacos and lively decor.
#43
Grá
8.4
Michael McSharry's fermentation-focused pizzeria centers on 20-year-old mother dough from Ireland's Ballymaloe culinary school, creating sourdough pies with distinctive tang and crispy texture. The Michelin-recommended spot pairs wood-fired pizzas with natural wines and seasonal pickled vegetables, showcasing McSharry's philosophy that nearly everything benefits from fermentation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Stracciatella & Prosciutto with Coffee Honey, White Pizza with Pistachio Pesto, Mushroom Pizza
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recommended sourdough pizza using 20-year-old Irish starter with fermentation-forward menu
#44
GRANVILLE
8.4
Granville’s Beverly Boulevard location is a high-polish take on the modern American neighborhood restaurant, with big salads, mac and cheese, burgers, and cocktails that can cover everything from family dinners to casual dates. The roomy dining room and bar make it a reliable crowd-pleaser when you’re feeding mixed tastes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Uptown Mac & Cheese, Thai Ginger Salad, Wagyu Rustic Steak Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Polished New American comfort food with enough range to satisfy most groups.
8.4
Vibes:
Happy Hour Hotspots
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
Live Music Showtime
Hamburger Mary’s pairs drag shows and loud, campy energy with a full bar and a menu that includes classic hot wings alongside big burgers and shareable platters. It’s a go-to for pre-show happy hour drinks where wings, cocktails, and entertainment all compete for attention.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original Hot Wings, Queen Mary Burger, Mary's Handbag Sampler
What Makes it Special: Drag shows, boozy specials, and hot wings in a loud, playful room.
#46
Marvin
8.4
Marvin is a low-lit French-style bistro and wine bar where toast, pasta, and steak frites fuel late-night conversations. Regulars treat it as a neighborhood clubhouse for dates, birthday starts, and long, wine-soaked dinners over unfussy but dialed-in bistro plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni Bolognese, NY steak frites, Truffle fries
What Makes it Special: French-ish neighborhood wine bar where bistro classics meet a buzzy, late-night crowd.
8.4
Members is a reservations-only Mediterranean restaurant and nightlife space where candlelit tables, DJ sets, and a sultry room blur the line between dinner and lounge. Couples start with mezze and cocktails before the lights dim and the energy shifts toward a late-night scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Baba Ghanoush & Crudités, Dry-Aged Beef Tartare, Grilled Branzino
What Makes it Special: A moody, Mediterranean-leaning restaurant-club hybrid where dinner naturally runs into a night out.
#48
Mrs. Fish
8.4
An underground Downtown lounge-meets-sushi bar with a playful, nightlife-ready energy. Rolls and nigiri lean modern and crowd-pleasing, backed by solid fish quality and a deep whisky/cocktail program. Best framed as a full evening out rather than a quiet sushi dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy rice spicy tuna, Yellowtail jalapeño sashimi, Chef’s nigiri selection
What Makes it Special: Sushi plus whisky-bar nightlife in an art-filled basement.
8.4
Venice outpost of a modern Thai mini-group serving bold, spice-forward street-food dishes and a natural-leaning wine list in a lively room. Go for punchy salads and curries; stay for the party-atmosphere pacing and shareable plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nam Khao Tod (crispy rice salad), Sweet Potato Massaman, Pad See Ew
What Makes it Special: New-school Thai flavors and natural wine in a high-energy setting.
#50
Pura Vita
8.4
Pura Vita is a plant-based Italian restaurant offering pastas, pizzas, and comfort dishes that appeal to both vegans and non-vegans. The space is energetic and intimate with a strong wine program. It has a large and loyal customer base driven by creative plant-forward interpretations of Italian classics.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lasagna Pura, Cacio e pepe, Truffle pizza
What Makes it Special: Plant-based Italian cooking executed with surprising depth and richness.