Los Angeles Weekend Roundup
Friday
Dine LA Restaurant Week
For the next two weeks (10-14 -10/28), you have the opportunity to sample the L.A. food scene with the return of Dine LA Restaurant Week. Enjoy a diverse culinary experience with special lunch and dinner menus from hundreds of L.A. restaurants. Bon appétit!
- Café Gratitude (Arts District, Larchmont, and Venice locations): Enjoy Dine LA from the comfort of your home with a takeaway special from plant-based Café Gratitude. The four-course prix fixe dinner menu has items like the ‘I Am Exquisite’ coconut calamari or the ‘I Am Elated’ Southwestern style enchiladas, Eggplant Parmesan, Warm Butternut Squash Dip, Smoked Tofu Salad, and Choco-Flan. $45; Monday – Sunday, 4 – 9:00 pm; various locations
- Caldo Verde: Portuguese restaurant Caldo Verde offers delicious lunch, brunch, and dinner menus during Dine LA week. Chef Suzanne Goin has curated a special menu of Endive and Roasted Pear, Braised Short Rib, Pink Lady Apple Upside Down Cake, and much more. Brunch favorites like the Cornmeal Waffle and Grassfed Burger will also be available. $25 (lunch), $35 (brunch), and $65 (dinner); Please refer to the website for hours; Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel – 1100 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.806.1023
- Chao Krung Thai: One of our favorite Thai restaurants Chao Krung Thai is serving a special mouthwatering dinner for Dine LA week. Dinner highlights include Somtum (papaya salad), Beef Green Curry, and Shrimp Pad Thai. $45; Monday – Sunday, 4:30 – 10:00 pm; 111 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.939.8361
- Gaslighter Social Club: Join Gaslighter Social Club for a Dine LA pre-fix lunch or dinner. The pre-fix lunch menu includes a starter and a main, while the pre-fix dinner menu features a pour from Gaslighter Social Club’s wine and beer tap wall, a starter, a main, and a dessert. Highlights include Mac & Che, a three cheese cavatappi topped with flamin’ hot Cheetos and green onion, and Achiote Pacifico Striped Bass, complete with cilantro lime rice, avocado relish, and mole verde. Reservations strongly encouraged. $35 (lunch) and $55 (dinner); Please refer to the website for hours; The Wayfarer DTLA – 813 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90017; 213.285.4400
- Gracias Madre West Hollywood: I’m drooling over the plant-based Mexican Dine LA menus from Gracias Madre WeHo. The three-course menus feature items like Gorditas, Mushroom Quesadilla, Coliflor, Wet Burrito, Taco Trio, or Potato Pimento Flautas! Dinner guests will enjoy a Guacamole + Chips appetizer to nibble on as well as a Chocolate Brownie. $35 (lunch) and $55 (dinner); Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm; 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.978.2170
- Magari: Tokyo Italian restaurant Magari, known for its unique Italian cuisine infused with nuances of Japanese flair is joining Dine LA for lunch and dinner. Lunch is two-courses and includes an Arugula Salad, Squid Ink Fusilli, Roasted Salmon, and more. The three-course dinner menu features Ash Cured Ora King Salmon, Gnocchi Pesto Genovese, Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta, and more. $35 (lunch) and $45 (dinner); please refer to the website for days and hours; 6115 Sunset Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles 90028
- Soulmate.: Soulmate’s Executive Chef Rudy Lopez has curated a special Dine LA family-style dinner menu. Choose from the Kanpachi Ceviche, Crispy Sunchokes, Spicy Paella Bites, or Uni Toast followed by small plates (2 per person) such as Mussels & Chorizo with saffron butter, garlic, herbs, and grilled sourdough, and Lamb Espadas with recado Roja, tzaziki, brava sauce, housemade flatbread, and a herb & cucumber salad. And for dessert, there is a silky, Seasonal Panna Cotta served with a refreshing market sorbet dressed in fresh fruit. $70; Sunday – Thursday, 5- 10:00 pm and Friday – Saturday, 5 – 11:00 pm; 631 North Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.734.7764
- The Original Farmers Market: 15 of your favorite restaurants at The Original Farmers Market are participating in Dine LA with specially curated lunch and dinner menus. Market Chicken Rotisserie, The French Crepe Co, Roxy & Jo’s Seafood Grill, and Singapore’s Banana Leaf are serving lunch for $35, and Marmalade Café, Pasta Corner, Monsieur Marcel Bistro, Market Tavern, and Magee’s Kitchen are serving dinner specials for two for $55. Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 3: 00 pm (lunch) and 4:00 pm – close (dinner); 6333 W. Third St., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Trejo’s Cantina Hollywood: Trejo’s Cantina Hollywood welcomes you to enjoy a two-course Dine LA lunch and dinner. Choose from large plates such as Shrimp Diabla with rice; Enchiladas with Vegetarian, Vegan, or Meat Options; or a Carnitas Plate with corn tortillas along with a Margarita Flight and classic Cheesecake. $35; Monday – Sunday, 11:30 am – 9:00 pm; 1556 N Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles 90028; 323.461.8226
- Trejo’s Tacos Santa Monica: Trejo’s Tacos Santa Monica is serving up a delightful Dine LA lunch deal featuring Chips and Guac, Protein Bowls and a refreshing Aqua Fresca. $25; Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm; 316 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica 90401; 310.393.0622
- Tuk Tuk Thai: Tuk Tuk Thai’s new menu showcases Thai street food, in addition to other classic dishes. For Dine LA, join them for lunch and dinner and feast on Moo Ping (pork skewers), Curry Puffs, Khao Soi, and Grapow. $35; Monday – Sunday, please refer to the website for hours; 1638 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles 90025; 310.860.1872
Georgia’s Restaurant Brings Back Their Soul-Delicious Gumbo
Georgia’s Restaurant is bringing back “Nana” Gretchen Shoemaker’s mouthwatering Gumbo just in time for sweater weather. Made with Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Crab, and Okra and served over Rice, the Gumbo is to die for! Complete your meal with Soulful Sides, such as Collard Greens, Baked Beans, Mac & Cheese, or Nana Gretchen’s famous Cornbread served with house-made honey butter while enjoying her fresh Peach Cobbler for the perfect finish. Various prices; (Anaheim) Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm and Friday – Saturday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 440 South Anaheim Boulevard #209A, Anaheim, CA 92805; 714.906.1900 and (Long Beach) Monday – Friday, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm and Saturday – Sunday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; 4101 McGowen Street, Suite 155, Long Beach, CA 92630; 562.420.5637
Lemon Grove Opens to the Public Atop the Aster Hollywood
Located atop The Aster Members’ Club and Hotel sits new rooftop restaurant, bar, and garden, Lemon Grove. Helmed by celebrity Chef Marcel Vigneron and inspired by the agrarian past of old Hollywood, Lemon Grove serves a fresh California cuisine made with seasonal ingredients and an expansive drink menu. The restaurant features a lively dining room and bar, an intimate private dining space, and a 7,200 sq. ft rooftop space that affords sweeping views of Los Angeles. Highlights include The Lemon Pasta, Hamachi Carpaccio Pizza, and Grilled Whole Branzino. Reservations encouraged. Various prices; Wednesdays and Sundays, 5 – 10:00 pm, Thursdays – Saturdays, 5 – 11:00, lunch is exclusively reserved for members of The Aster and hotel guests; Vine 1717 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Los Angeles Celebrates National Dessert Day
Today is National Dessert Day, and all over L.A., restaurants are celebrating with decadent dessert specials.
- BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Celebrate National Dessert Day at BJ’s with a warm and gooey $5 Pizookie. Choose from a dozen types, including the limited-edition Peanut Butter S’mores Pizookie® and the decadent Salted Caramel Pizookie®. $5; Friday, various hours and locations
- Encanto: Encanto’s Ricotta Churro Bites are the perfect treat for those indulging in dessert. Start with lightly fried ricotta dough with a hint of tangy orange zest to cinnamon dust and dressed in piloncillo, altogether served with a side of fresh whip. Encanto serves an array of additional desserts, including the Star Anise Rice Pudding, Bourbon Vanilla Gelato, and Lemon Sorbet. Reservations encouraged. $8+; Friday, 4:00 pm – 1:00 am; 2121 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.741.0140
- Gracias Madre West Hollywood: A popular hotspot for vegan Mexican fare, Gracias Madre offers an exquisite dairy-free Tres Leches Cake. The organic-based restaurant soaks and infuses its vanilla sponge cake in almond, oat , and coconut milk before garnishing it with its heavenly whipped coconut cream and poppy seeds. Other vegan desserts include Seasonal Cashew Cheesecake, a warm Chocolate Olive Oil Cake, and more. Reservations encouraged. $15; Friday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm; 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood 90069; 323.978.2170
- Magari: Magari, known for its unique Italian cuisine infused with nuances of Japanese flair, offers a variety of desserts with a guest favorite being the Japanese Cheesecake. This sweet treat is made with a soft crumble with a hint of lemon, delicately decorated in a honey saffron cream, and served with a scoop of chamomile gelato. $14; Friday, 12 – 3:00 pm and 5 – 10:00 pm; 6115 Sunset Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles 90028
- SOL Mexican Cocina: SOL Mexican Cocina has partnered with Bruno Mars’ SelvaRey Rum to bring you a special dessert cocktail, the Cold Bruno. This spin on the classic espresso martini features Bruno Mars’ SelvaRey chocolate rum, cold brew, and coffee liqueur. Friday, various prices, hours, and locations
- Solita Tacos + Margaritas: Bruno Mars’ SelvaRey Rum and Baja-inspired Solita Tacos + Margaritas are celebrating National Dessert Day with two dessert cocktails, the Velvet Espresso (Bruno Mars’ SelvaRey chocolate rum, caffe espresso liqueur, Disaronno Velvet liqueur, topped with Cardi B’s Mocha Whipshots cream & dusted with cacao powder) and the Whimsical Creamsicle (Hangar mandarin vodka, blood orange purée, lemon juice, simple syrup, topped with lemon-lime soda). Friday, various prices, hours, and locations
- Soulmate.: Modern Spanish-Mediterranean restaurant Soulmate knows how to do dessert! The silky smooth and luxurious Earl Gray Panna Cotta is crafted with kaffir lime cremoux, pomegranate sorbet, pomegranate seeds, and blackberries. Soulmate also features Basque Cheesecake, Assorted Cheeses, a Chocolate Espresso Tart, and more. Reservations encouraged. $12+; Friday, 4:30 – 11:00 pm; 631 North Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.734.7764
- Tulsi Indian Eatery: Tulsi Indian Eatery welcomes you to satisfy your sweet tooth with their Salted Caramel Gulab Jamun – or best known as an Indian doughnut. Consisting of three fried and bountiful doughnut bites; and dulcified in a sweet-and-salty caramel sauce – the gulab jamun is truly the cherry on top after a savory, rich and flavorful meal. Tulsi Indian Eatery also offers its Lassi 2.0 (yogurt shake), Shirkhand (silky soft yogurt treat), and more! Friday, various prices, hours, and locations
Los Angeles Celebrates Halloween
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! All October, we celebrate Halloween in Los Angeles with haunted houses and hayrides, ghoulish attractions and entertainment at theme parks, pub/club crawls, festivals, scary movie screenings, and more! So Angelenos, grab your costumes (click here for costume ideas) and friends because we’ve got your Los Angeles Halloween roundup. Are you ready?!
Coming Next Week (10/17): Celebrity Chef Aaron May To Host VIP Chargers Tailgate
Are you ready for some football? Celebrity Chef Aaron May is hosting a VIP Chargers tailgate for the upcoming Chargers/Broncos Monday Night Football game. Chef Aaron May travels around the country hosting epic NFL tailgates, and wowing fans with his perfect menu. From his famous Chicken Wings to his zesty Nacho Fiesta, he has perfected a delicious variety of gameday dishes. The tailgate will also feature live music, premium food stations, lounge seating, Microsoft gaming stations, and a Chargers blue carpet for attendees for the ultimate VIP experience. $95; Monday (10/17), 2:!5 (doors open); OUTSIDE Hollywood Park Casino – 3883 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90303
Coming Soon (10/20): Black Angus Hosts Wine Dinner Experience at All Locations
Black Angus, America’s original steakhouse, is hosting a one-night-only Wine Dinner Experience. Your ticket includes a welcome glass of Francis Coppola Diamond Collections Prosecco Rose and a mouthwatering three-course dinner with Shrimp Cocktail and Kendall Jackson Chardonnay, Filet Mignon with Daou Cabernet, and Crème Brûlée paired with Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling. For those unable to attend the tasting, the wine experience is also available for take-out from 10/18 – 10/24. Reservations required. $49.99+; Thursday (10/20), 7:00 pm; all Black Angus Steakhouse locations
Mark Your Calendars (10/29): Paw Works 6th Annual Ties & Tails Gala
This month, brush off your Sunday Best because the Paw Works Animal Rescue hosts the 6th annual Ties & Tails Gala. Paw Works is a nonprofit rescue organization that partners with county and city shelters to give abandoned animals a second chance at life. The theme of this year’s Ties & Tails Gala is Barking Mad, an ode to Alice in Wonderland. The evening features a red-carpet event, cocktail hour, dinner, music, and silent and live auctions. In addition, the gala will be presenting a special award to Emmy and Golden Globe winner Sarah Paulson for her work with animals. $300+; Saturday (10/29); 5 – 10:00 pm; Sherwood Country Club – 320 W. Stafford Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Saturday
BEYOND THE STREETS Hosts Inaugural Print Bazaar
BEYOND THE STREETS has partnered with Los Angeles native Ozzie Juarez and his South Central-based gallery, Tlaloc Studios, to launch the inaugural Print Bazaar, a one-day-only art market that highlights the importance of print as a medium of self-expression. The Print Bazaar will host a notable selection of local talent and include a book fair, zine fest, and flea market. Free entry; Saturday, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm; 434 N La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
