La Bruschetta – a Neighborhood TreasureWestwood   La Bruschetta is one of those wonderful neighborhood treasures owned by Angelo Peloni, a deserving "restaurateur" ... Continue Reading →

Hokusai for Japanese-French excellence   I was very impressed with Hokusai, a casually elegant exceptional restaurant with lasting impressions. Many might remember "Continental" ... Continue Reading →

  Trader Vic's: Alive and Well @ The Beverly Hilton     I'm here to tell you that Trader Vic's is alive and well with an Inside-Outside Patio and still ... Continue Reading →

Nick's Grill SatisfiesStudio City, CA     Don't let the enormous Buddha in the juncture between the two dining rooms fool you. Nick's Grill, at the intersection ... Continue Reading →

Funky Luna Park Luna Park, Mid-Wilshire District   Like the yellow brick road to fantasy land in a mixed bag of whimsical décor, Luna Park is known for its atmosphere, ... Continue Reading →

Warung Cafe   Warung = Street Cafe Halfway between Spring and Main on Fourth Street is the one-year-old Warung Cafe. We sojourned there one Friday afternoon to sample their hot ... Continue Reading →

Takami New Restaurant Downtown! Takami Sushi Robata Restaurant & Lounge   I wanted to let you know about a new retro modern restaurant that opened in downtown LA, and I dare ... Continue Reading →

Via Rodeo-a Story Book Street McCormick & Schmick's – A Pacific Seafood Grill   McCormick & Schmick's – A Pacific Seafood Grill, is situated on ... Continue Reading →