There’s no better time for a Los Angeles staycation than during Dine LA Restaurant Week– a biannual, countywide dining event that returns April 1-15. Dine LA comprises special menus at hundreds of diverse local eateries, many of which are located inside top area hotels. Considering the perhaps unmatched variety of such hotel restaurants here in Los Angeles, everyone can find a one- or two-night stay that suits their appetite – for food, on-site and nearby attractions, and rejuvenating ambiance.
We explored 12 Dine LA restaurants and the spectacular hotels they call home.
ALK at The Godfrey Hotel, Hollywood
Immersed in the glamor of Hollywood, just steps from Sunset Boulevard, the sleek Godfrey Hotel brings its distinctive Chicago hospitality brand to L.A. Located on the property’s ground floor, the SoCal-centric ALK (“About Last Knife”) is serving Dine LA delicacies such as French omelette and eggs Benedict, at brunch/lunch, and Mary’s chicken vesuvio and pan-fried Berkshire pork belly, at dinner. With its rooftop pool and lounge, The Godfrey lets guests dip into the movie star lifestyle, literally and figuratively, at will.
Dine LA lunch menu $25; Dine LA dinner menu $45
Avec Nous at L’Ermitage, Beverly Hills
Nestled next to the lobby of the 5-star L’Ermitage hotel, Avec Nous delivers a decidedly Beverly Hills take on French bistro classics. Its Dine LA dinner menu includes decadent delights like Ōra King Salmon, chicken forestiere, and vegan tagine. Maximize the revitalizing effect of your L’Ermitage staycation at its holistic Spa, where bespoke wellness services including facial/body treatments and the signature Ayurvedic massage magically fade away day-to-day stress.
Dine LA lunch menu $35; Dine LA dinner menu $65+
Bashi at Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes
Lapped by the Pacific Ocean on three sides of its own Rancho Palos Verdes peninsula, the luxury Terranea Resort provides revitalizing escape within easy reach of L.A. Its lively Bashi restaurant celebrates culture and history through inventive wok-style dishes inspired by classic Asian cuisine. Bashi’s Dine LA dinner menu includes wok-tossed garlic noodles, Bashi hamachi roll, and whisky miso bread pudding. You need never leave Terranea’s 102 acres, which include a comprehensive spa and nine-hole golf course.
Dine LA dinner menu $55
Culina Ristorante + Caffé at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles, Beverly Hills
Culina Ristorante’s special Dine LA menus include paccheri alla vaccinara and vegan gelato e sorbetto at lunch, or branzino martin-ara and ortolana pizza at dinner. Rethinking the Roman kitchen for the savvy gourmand through fresh, seasonal ingredients and vibrant Italian flavors, Culina satiates the diverse, discerning guests of the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles – a sun-filled urban oasis well placed for cruising the storied Hollywood Hills, shopping on Melrose, or perusing celebrated area art museums.
Dine LA lunch menu $35; Dine LA dinner menu $65+
FIG at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, Santa Monica
Named for the magnificent fig tree that shades Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows arrivals, FIG is a rustic yet refined American bistro beloved by the local community and global travelers alike. Its Dine LA dinner menu includes appetizers like Kaluga caviar chips; entrees including polenta-crusted skate wing; and to-die-for desserts like coconut panna cotta. Just steps from Santa Monica beach and boardwalk, minutes from 3rd Street Promenade’s world-class retail, or a quick drive to the Getty Villa, Fairmont Miramar delivers the ultimate Westside staycation.
Dine LA dinner menu $65+
FIVE on the Hill at Hilton Los Angeles, Universal City
The stunning Hollywood Hills views, intimate aura, and international cuisine of FIVE on the Hill are highlights of any stay at Universal City’s Hilton Los Angeles hotel. Just moments from vibrant Universal CityWalk and close to Hollywood’s unique attractions and ambiance, the Hilton is just made for family-friendly staycationing. For Dine LA, “The Hill” has created a dinner menu that includes petite hanger steak with duck fat confit Weiser potatoes; loup de mer (sea bass) with couscous, shallots, and English peas; and succulent New Zealand lamb chops.
Dine LA dinner menu $55
High Rooftop Lounge at Hotel Erwin, Venice
For Venice visitors, Hotel Erwin is at the heart of it all: Venice Beach Boardwalk and Abbot Kinney Boulevard shopping; Santa Monica Beach and Pier; and nearby hiking/biking adventures. The Erwin’s High Rooftop Lounge has the sunset views and vibe that have helped make Venice Beach so famous. Super-chill atmosphere, 100% outdoor seating, and simple beach-bar fare combine for an unforgettable experience. High’s $25 tapas-style Dine LA dinner menu, including tuna tostada and carnitas sliders, sweeten this stress-free staycation gem.
Dine LA dinner menu $25
JW Steakhouse at Los Angeles Airport Marriott, El Segundo
Big, bold flavors are the trademark of the diverse, delectable fare at the JW Steakhouse near LAX. Over the past 15 years, its locally sourced steaks and fresh, sustainable seafood has made it a special-occasion staple for both locals and travelers. Situated within the Los Angeles Airport Marriott hotel, the relaxed yet sophisticated and cosmopolitan atmosphere of JW Steakhouse aptly compliments it sumptuous cuisine. The Los Angeles Airport Marriott is convenient for not only LAX, but also the games at the glittering SoFi Stadium and concerts at the historic LA Forum.
Dine LA dinner menu $65+
LA Prime at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, DTLA
Indulge in epic Dine LA dinner entrées such as sautéed shrimp scampi, king oyster mushroom wrapped in smoked tempeh, and prime culotte cut 10oz with Plugra butter sauce at LA Prime. Perched on the 35th floor of Downtown L.A.’s iconic Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, this airy eatery offers panoramic views, refined service, and adventurous flavors from wet-aged prime beef, seasonal fish, and fresh shellfish. The soaring, shimmering Westin Bonaventure offers staycationers a renovated outdoor pool and easy access to L.A.’s reinvigorated downtown.
Dine LA dinner menu $65+
Openaire at The LINE LA, Koreatown
Originally built in 1964 and once the home of Hunter S. Thompson, the LINE LA is a boutique hotel in the heart of Koreatown, convenient to both that diverse, vivacious neighborhood and adjacent Hollywood and downtown. It’s atrium-esque indoor/outdoor eatery Openaire presents the culinary vision of two Michelin-starred chef Josiah Citrin in memorable, foliage-festooned surrounds. With menus reflecting California’s bounty, from both land and sea, Openaire embraces each season and reflects L.A.’s fascinating melting-pot culture.
Dine LA dinner menu $55
Savoca – a Californian Trattoria at JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE, Downtown
Channeling the Italian instinct for unfussy yet intense favor, Savoca creates memorable dishes – hand-made pasta, farm-fresh salads, pizzas, and seasonal entrées – from regionally-sourced ingredients. Bright and social, it makes for the perfect staycation dinner spot, with a Dine LA menu including cavatelli, seared branzino, pistachio pesto campanelle, or roasted chicken entrées. Savoca is situated inside the luxurious JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live, just steps from the excitement of L.A. Live, the Convention Center, Microsoft Theatre, and Crypto.com Arena.
Dine LA dinner menu $45
STK Steakhouse at W Hotel Los Angeles – West Beverly Hills, Westwood
Equal parts chic, contemporary steakhouse and edgy lounge, this Westwood incarnation of the energized STK Steakhouse chain is distinguished by pampering personalized service and grilled-to-perfection cuts. Its Dine LA dinner menu boasts the likes of chimi Long Island steak (8oz), maple-rubbed salmon, and wild mushroom risotto. Equally convenient to world-class museums and white-sand beaches, with the Getty Center and Rodeo Drive also nearby, the W Hotel Los Angeles West Beverly HIlls will leave you feeling like celebrity clientele. Bonus: Don’t miss the equally tantalizing poolside concept, The Hideout, for a $25 2-course lunch.
Dine LA dinner menu $55
