Where should you eat for lunch in West Hollywood? Here’s a list of the top places everyone is raving about.
West Hollywood might only measure 2 square miles big but it doesn’t mean that you’ll be stuck with just a handful of dining options when you’re in the area. In fact, this neighborhood is actually teeming with amazing restaurants. You can take a pick from long-running establishments to the hippest eateries that offer different kinds of cuisines.
Favored by celebrities and foodies alike, there are really lots of reasons why you should head to WeHo to grab a bite. And if you do, make sure to consider these places as they’re definitely well worth the calories.
1. Night + Market
Location: 9043 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Even the biggest foodies will agree that Chef Kris Yenbamroong’s Night+Market is possibly the best modern Thai restaurant around. So instead of making your way to Thai Town, you can just head here if you’re craving for some Southeast Asian fare.
As mentioned above, however, it’s important to note that this is a modern Thai eatery so expect that they offer different stuff from what you’ll get at Thai Town. Their fusion cuisine is exceptionally good with drinks, though. So if you’re up for an evening of good food and drinks, this can be a great destination.
What to Eat
- Pork Toro
- Moo Sadoong
- Crab Fried Rice
- Fried Pig Tails
- Spicy Duck Rolls
- Golden Triangles
2. Rosaline
Location: 8479 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Hailed as the best brunch spot in WeHo, Rosaline is out to tickle your taste buds with its modern take on Peruvian cuisine. As this place is considered as the wildly successful comeback of chef Ricardo Zarate into the LA dining scene, you can certainly get your hopes up when planning your visit.
What to Eat
- Salchipapa
- Traditional brunch items
- Ceviche Crocante
- Chaufa Paella
- Cocktails
3. Sushi Park
Location: 8539 Sunset Blvd #20, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Strip-mall sushi is one of the best things L.A. can offer as it certainly has a lot of great ones around town. However, Sushi Park is deemed as the best of the best by normies and celebs alike. It also means serious business despite its location and it won’t hesitate to let you know that.
Right at the door, Sushi Park says that there is no trendy sushi in this joint. So prepare for some serious sushi sampling here. Just be ready if you’re thinking of trying the omakase menu as it comes with a pretty steep price tag. If you’re lucky, however, it might just come with a celebrity spotting since this joint is also a top pick by the rich and famous.
What to Eat
- Red Snapper, Halibut sushi
- Sea Bass sushi
- Baked Abalone with Shitake Mushrooms
- Blue Fin Tuna
4. Aburiya Raku
Location: 521 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048
If you fell in love with Vegas’ Aburiya Raku just like tons of other chefs and industry experts, then you don’t have to go far just to have your fill. This WeHo location of the well-loved izakaya is just as tasty as its original location. It offers the same flavors and food, so if you can’t go back to Vegas anytime soon, this will still give you a great fill.
What to Eat
- Kobe Beef with Wasabi
- Asparagus with Bacon
- Foie Gras Bowl
- Blue Fin Tuna
5. Guisados
Location: 8935 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Mexican dishes already feels native to Los Angeles but there are still quite a number of places that stand out for their delicious offerings. Guisados is one of them that it grew from a small casual dining joint to a full-on chain with locations all around the city. This WeHo spot is one of them and is still a great destination to go to if you’re after some good tacos.
What to Eat
- Bistek en Salsa Roja – Flank steak simmered with red bell peppers and tomatoes. Served with chile de arbol and avocado above black beans.
- Mole Poblano – Shredded chicken breast in a nutty Poblano style Mole. Served with sour cream, queso fresco, red onion and dried chile.
- Chicharron – Pork rinds simmered in chile verde. Served with green serrano chile, atop black beans.
- Calabacitas – Squash, tomatoes, bell peppers, corn, and onions. Served with queso fresco and a mild chipotle sour cream.
- Camarones – Fajita-style shrimp, onions and bell peppers served with a mild chipotle sour cream.
6. Lucques
Location: 8474 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Lucques is one of the long-running dining establishments in WeHo that some folks already consider them as institutions in the area. They have just celebrated their 20 years but their Californian Mediterranean French offerings continue to wow and impress diners. They’re deemed as the best prix-fixe eatery in the area, so if you want to dine out on a budget, they can be a great place to call for a reservation.
What to Eat
- Roasted kabocha squash with freekeh, chickpeas, charmoula and pomegranate
- Spanish grilled cheese with mahon, chorizo, and caramelized shallots
- Grilled chicken paillard with fava bean toast, marsala, green olives, and golden raisins
- Falafel burger with cucumber, carrots, jalapeño and crème fraîche on a whole wheat bun
Note: Their menu changes regularly but you can be sure to find great options all the time.
7. Dan Tana’s
Location: 9071 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
When it comes to industry classics in WeHo, Dan Tana’s would be hard to beat. This place has been around since 1964 and it’s safe to say that it remained faithful to its roots. You can tell with its nostalgic atmosphere that it’s one of those places that locals go to because they practically grew up there.
To be fair, however, the food is also very good. It’s also a celebrity favorite but if you’re hoping to rub elbows with the rich and famous, you might want to try hard as booking a table here can be a challenge.
What to Eat
- Spaghetti, Carbonara
- Homemade Lasagna
- Ravioli, with Meat Sauce
- Ravioli, Spinach with Cheese
- Eggplant, Romana Parmigiana
- Linguini, Pescatore, Mike Gotovac
8. Irv’s Burgers
Location: 7998 Santa Monica Blvd unit c, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Another West Hollywood staple is Irv’s Burgers. They’ve been around since the ‘50s and has fought hard to survive until today. One of its biggest charms is that it managed to retain its classic flavor through the years despite changing ownership. It’s also where you’ll find some of the best deals in town since the food is very affordable here.
What to Eat
- All of the burgers
9. Jones
Location: 7205 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Also known as Jones Hollywood, this place is best known and loved for its quite cool. It’s often described to have a “rock-and-roll sensibility” and a “genuine Hollywood” vibe, so if you’re after such, you should definitely drop by.
The food is also great here which makes it extra special since its open until late. Anything will satiate the hunger of someone tired from partying but it deserves all the praise it has been getting because the grub is good.
What to Eat
- Braised Short Rib, with brussels sprouts slaw
- Caprese Panini burrata, with oven-roasted tomato, basil, olive oil
- Jones Burger, classic style
- Spicy Sausage pizza with onion, mozzarella, and San Marzano tomato sauce (yum!)
10. Eveleigh
Location: 8752 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Eveleigh might be located in a tourist spot but it doesn’t mean that you should shy away from it entirely. Besides, they have a magnificent space that will let you enjoy a unique taste of West Hollywood dining and a large menu that has something for everyone.
What to Eat
- Duck Confit with Lentils
- Jidori Chicken
- Pinzimonio
- Pappardelle with Pork Ragu
- Hanger Steak with Romesco Sauce
11. Cecconi’s
Location: 8764 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
There are tons of great places to spend happy hour in WeHo but Cecconi’s tend to outshine them all with its amazing Cicchetti or Italian tapas. While it is a classic Italian spot, it mainly offers Northern Italian cuisine so it can be a bit different from the other pizza and pasta places on this list.
What to Eat
- Pasta
- Garganelli Bolognese
- Cavatelli, lamb ragù, artichoke”
- Pizza
- Beyond ‘sausage’ pizza, tomato, mushroom
- Porchetta, artichoke, olives, mushroom, fontina
- Salad
- Tuscan kale, almond, apple, Parmigiano, seeds
- Red quinoa, avocado, artichokes, chia seeds
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