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Work by day, romance by night. This working cafe/lunch spot transforms into a date night wine bar in the evening. The white-brick exterior and exposed wood-filled interior give this place a distinctly New York vibe that is cozy and upscale in style.

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A good old-fashioned beer garden in a parking lot - who doesn't love that? The taproom for Santa Monica Brew Works also happens to be a hub for locals looking to mingle and watch the game. Both indoor and outdoor, there's tons of seating, and the beer and snacks are pretty damn good as well.

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Enjoy some seriously delicious Italian food in a casual, New York-esque atmosphere at Little Dom's in Los Feliz. The space has an old-school vibe with gorgeous, salvaged leaded glass windows that give off a lavender glow, a vintage wooden bar, and a brick exterior complete with a bright red front door and a neon sign welcoming diners. Its corner location on one of the most pedestrian-friendly streets in the city makes it the perfect spot for indulging in some Italian comfort food.All of the dishes here are as fresh as they can be, with their acclaimed chef, Brandon Boudet, often being seen picking up ingredients at local farmer's markets. Their breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus are to die for, with offerings like Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, Cedar Plank Salmon, and their drool-worthy wood-oven pizzas being local favorites.

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Get ready for something whimsical with Pasta|Bar, a new restaurant from renowned Michelin Star-rated Scratch|Bar. This exclusive dining adventure invites you to admire both their dark, moody atmosphere and their chefs as they create luxurious 'from scratch' meals with quality ingredients each night.

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Carved into the former rectory building of Vibiana, this cathedral-turned-event venue is serving up original New American dishes paired with creative cocktails in their stylish yet approachable atmosphere. As they say themselves, at Redbird you flit through the epochs, alighting here or there but always feeling grounded in the present.

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A multi-sensory, immersive experience expertly crafted by artists of all kinds, Vespertine is one of the most unique, avant-garde dining experiences on earth. Created through a collaboration between two Michelin star chef, Jordan Kahn, iconic LA architect Eric Owen Moss, and a group of renowned artists, the intersection between food, architecture, art, and music is woven into the very soul of the space. The menu is meticulously crafted and served, creating multiple courses of unmatched elegance that embody life in its purest form through carefully selected ingredients harvested right from the source. Each dish is nothing short of magic, and their three unique beverage pairings, including a non-alcoholic option, perfectly pair with the meal.Vespertine has won multiple awards, including two Michelin Stars, was named one of the Most Beautiful Restaurants by Condé Nast, was one of the World's 100 Greatest Places according to Time Magazine, and won Atmosphere of the Year at the World Restaurant Awards.The meal takes around 180 minutes to complete, and they only allow flash-free photography so that other diners are not distracted from the experience.

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Housed in a building created by legendary comedian Charlie Chaplain in 1929, République keeps Hollywood history alive through its delicious French-inspired cuisine and unforgettable baked goods. The interior of this stunning restaurant feels like stepping into an old church, complete with arched doorways, swirling ironwork, and vaulted ceilings. But as unique as the interior is, the multi-course menus filled with drool-worthy dishes make this place outstanding.

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