With the arrival of summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore new dining establishments or revisit old favorites. In this week’s blog, we’ve compiled our top summer spots, ensuring you have a delightful and scrumptious experience.
LOS ANGELES SUMMER SPOTS
Mes Amis
Location: Hollywood
Enjoy an exquisite lineup of courses at the French cuisine restaurant Mes Amis. When it comes to new summer restaurants to check out Mes Amis does not disappoint. From raw bar towers to duck pate en croute, the food is decadent and delicious!
Bagel + Slice
Location: Highland Park
Head to Highland Park for all-day bagels, New York-style pizzas, and more at Bagel + Slice. You can expect tasty and healthy options at this enjoyable spot by Chef Bradford Kent. Bonus: The restaurant is committed to social, environmental, and financial sustainability.
Pijja Palace
Location: Silver Lake
Pizzas, pasta, and wings with a desi twist are what you’ll fund at one of Silver Lakes’ new summer restaurants to try. Pijja Palace is an Indian sports bar with 13 flatscreen televisions and a menu packed with gourmet goodness. From okra fries layered with chile powder to chicken wings dusted with Kashmiri red chile, you’ll be considering Pijja Palace your new game-day spot.
WESTSIDE AND BEACH COMMUNITIES SUMMER SPOTS
Outer Reef
Location: Dana Point
James Beard Foundation nominee Chef John Tesar brings coastal fare to Dana Point with stellar views. Outer Reef is located inside the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa and makes for an ideal summer restaurant spot. Enjoy options like spot prawn ramen, black cod Milanese and more!
Fig Restaurant
Location: Downtown Santa Monica
Head over to the Fairmont Miramar Hotel for fresh summer bites to delight the senses. Fig offers an array of delicious options, all while sitting seaside. Need we say more?
Ryla
Location: Hermosa Beach
With a split between casual bar seating with and izakaya-esque dining, Ryla makes for an ideal stop for lunch or dinner. From Chefs Ray Hayashi and Cynthia Hetlinger enjoy dishes like fluke sashimi and uni-topped agedashi tofu. In addition, there are also options like Peads and Barnett tonkatsu and glazed New York strip steak.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY SUMMER SPOTS
Pizzana
Location: Sherman Oaks
No Stranger to Los Angeles, Brentwoods famed Pizzana has set up shop in Sherman Oaks. The Michelin Bib Gourmand award recipient restaurant dishes out some of the best pizzas in town, making it a must-try. Likewise, enjoy Naples-inspired pizza pies like the neo-Margherita with San Marzano tomatoes and Fior di latte imported from Italy.
The Original Hawowshi
Location: Various locations throughout SFV
While this is not necessarily a restaurant, it is a pop-up worth popping in for. The Original Hawowshi serves up traditional Egyptian street food in varying locations throughout the valley. Likewise, you can also secure your own meal from the popular pop-up at its private residence location, but reservations are required.
Tel Aviv Fish Grill
Location: Tarzana
Another oldie but goodie, Tel Aviv Fish Grill, lands on the new summer restaurants list because of its recent expansion. For Israeli cuisine, none quite compares to Tel Aviv Fish Grill with staples like shakshuka and Israeli salad. In addition, we also recommend treating yourself to the branzino, served with pickled lemon and a buttery sauce with a spicy kick.
CONEJO VALLEY SUMMER SPOTS
E+ Mon
Location: Westlake Village
While E+ Mon may not be new to the neighborhood, it’s certainly a local favorite worth mentioning. At E+ Mon, you’ll find high-quality sushi options like the premium nigiri sampler that makes for a satisfying meal. The sample includes seared toro topped with caviar along with the day’s freshest cuts like nodoguro and kinmedai. In addition, there are tempura and appetizers like aged miso eggplant and takoyaki round out the menu.
Tifa Chocolate & Gelato
Location: Agoura Hills
For a sweet treat in Agoura Hills, Tifa Chocolate & Gelato is a true delight. This franchise started in the Agoura Hills neighborhood and remains a staple. Tempt your tastebuds with scoops of goodness like the creamy whisky gelato or affogato, where the gelato is drenched in hot drinking chocolate.
Tabu Shabu
Location: Thousand Oaks
Traditional Japanese hot plate Tabu Shabu brings together savory flavors, premium thin meats, homemade sauces, and a modern vibe. Founded in 2012 by Jeff Chon, Tabu Shabu was created during a quest for quality Asian cuisine with carefully sourced ingredients.