Address: 108 West 2nd Street, (sub-basement), LA, (213) 613-0000
Cuisine:Continental Californian
Description: Bar atmosphere. Located in the sub-basement of the historic Higgins Building, the bar celebrates an era of invention and imagination -- the blending of science, art, and industry. The space retains many of its architectural and mechanical artifacts from its history as Downtown LA’s first private power plant.
Transportation Options: Taxi . Restaurant is 1.25 miles from the hotel.
Dress Code: Innovative, sophisticated, and cultured attire required!
Price: $25.00 per person minimum (food & drinks)
Host: Jennifer Hafner, (626) 318-0593
Dine AroundsThursday April 19th, 2012
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
Address: 800 West Olympic Blvd., Suite A180,LA (213) 748.9700
Cuisine: American
Description:The name Wolfgang Puck is synonymous with the best of restaurant hospitality and the ultimate in culinary arts. The legendary chef has built a gastronomic empire that spans coast to coast. At Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, Puck teams with preeminent designer Tony Chi to bring guests his take on modernized "Bar Grill Cuisine.
Guests can find Puck's signature comfort food with a variety of inventive dishes drawing inspiration from his renowned fine dining restaurants ranging in price to accommodate varying budgets. The restaurant offers creative salads, wood-oven baked pizzas, handmade pastas, enticing entrees.
Transportation Options: A short ride up the escalator has you arriving at the front door.
Dress Code:Business casual.
Price: $30- $50
Host: Brenna Noltimier, (323) 371-8425
Takami Sushi & Robata
Address: 811 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 2100 LA (213) 236-1166
Cuisine:Sushi , Robata & Asian Fusion
Description: 21 floors above Downtown LA’s Financial District, floats one of the most unique restaurant concepts LA has to offer. Takami Sushi & Robata serves the highest quality sushi, robata & Japanese inspired entrees. Unparalleled views of the LA area with outdoor patio dining.
Transportation Options: Walk, quick taxi ride. Kara can also drive 4 people in her car.
Dress Code:Business Casual
Price: $25-50 per person depending on what you order and if you order alcohol. Has shareable dishes, sushi, and entree sized meals. Full bar along with extensive wine & sake list.
Host: Kara Savoian, (818) 823-1133
The Musso & Frank Grill
Address: 6777 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, (323) 467-7788
Cuisine:American
Description: Hollywood icon!! Opened in 1919. It’s a history that reads like a Hollywood script. Deals were made on the old pay phone — the first pay phone to be installed in Hollywood. Scripts were discussed over a famous Musso’s martini. Contracts were signed over exquisite meals of Roast Duck and Lamb Chops. Stars were born.
Transportation Options: 8 miles from hotel. TAXI; Car 110 Fwy to 101 Fwy.; Red line Metro: 0.5 mile walk to 7th & Fig station to Hollywood & Highland station
Address: 7001 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, (323) 851-3313
Cuisine:American (pasta, salads, prime rib, steak, lamb, seafood)
Description: Private magician's club. No person under 21 allowed. All guests must have picture ID. Magic shows included with dinner. The Magic Castle is the showplace for some of the greatest magicians from around the globe. They also take great pride in showcasing the magnificent building that houses the Magic Castle. Built in 1908, this storied mansion has watched Hollywood grow and change for over 100 years while never losing its original charm.
Transportation Options: Taxi, Host can also take 3-4 guests in her car.
Dress Code:Dress for women; jacket & tie for men
Price: Meals served a la carte, Appetizers $7-$15; Entrees $20- $38;Desserts $8-$16
Host: Kim Kearney, (626) 272-1373 (Cell); (626) 576-1777 (Direct)
Rosa Mexicano
Address: 800 West Olympic Boulevard, LA Live, (213) 746-0001
Cuisine:Mexican
Description: Upscale, modern, and authentic Mexican cuisine. Great margaritas!
Transportation Options: 5 minute walk from the hotel.
Dress Code: Casual
Price: Average cost $35 per person.
Host: Sandra Yavitz, (310) 749-6676
LA Market Restaurant by Kerry Simon
Address: 900 W. Olympic Blvd., LA, (213) 743-8800
Cuisine: American with California flair
Description: “Rock n’ Roll Chef” Kerry Simon captures modern American cooking with California flair. Chef Nona Sivley, winner of Hell’s Kitchen “Season 8”, joins Chef Simon in the kitchen.
Transportation Options: Inside the JW Marriott.
Dress Code: Chic Casual or business attire
Price: $17- $37
Host: Joyce Soriano-McDowell, (818) 825-9848
WP24
Address: 900 W. Olympic Blvd., LA, (213) 743-8824
Cuisine: Modern Asian Cuisine
Description: 24 floors above the Los Angeles skyline sits WP24 by Wolfgang Puck. The restaurant features Wolfgang’s award-winning modern Chinese cuisine and reflects Puck’s time spent in the Far East and passion for Asian ingredients and techniques. Surrounded by spectacular panoramic views of the city, guests can enjoy the dynamic menu, where diners can choose between Asian small plates or sushi and nigri. Wine aficionados can appreciate an extensive list of more than 400 labels that complement the flavors of the menu. In addition, the beverage menu offers a selection of Asian beers and sakes by the bottle and glass.
Transportation Options: Located in the RitzCarlton, 24th floor
Dress Code: Business attire
Price: Splurge, above $61 per person
Host: Minda Johnstone, (310) 890-5111
Yard House
Address: LA Live (800 West Olympic Blvd., Suite A115), (213) 745-9273
Description: An upscale casual eatery known for great food, classic rock music and 160 tap handles of domestic, imported and craft beer.
Transportation Options: Located next door (walking distance).
Dress Code: Casual
Price: $10- $25
Host: Danielle Marks, (818) 854-0939 (cell)
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Perch
Address: 448 South Hill Street, LA (213) 802-1770
Cuisine: Classic French
Description: Perch is an elevated rested place, a whimsical French inspired inclusive rooftop bistro. Due to its surroundings Perch offers an unobstructed view, one truly feels as though they are floating at the skyline. The atmosphere is reflective of the bohemian and whimsical approach to the collaborative design process for the space. The menu will be both inspired and delicious consisting of items that are meant to be shared and meals that stand boldly alone all the while building a new and unique dining experience in the sky.
Transportation Options: Short taxi ride.
Dress Code: Business
Price: $14-$29
Host: Christina Clark, (310) 625-7275
Please make your Dine Around selection at the time of registration
The Palm
Address: 1100 South Flower Street, LA (213) 763-4600
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Description: Steaks and sketches. The Palm philosophy is simple: Treat guests like family, serve great food, and always exceed expectations. That philosophy was born in 1926, when Pio Bozzi and John Ganzi opened the first Palm in New York City. From day one, Pio and John shared their commitment to quality and generosity of spirit with every guest who walked through their doors. What began as a restaurant became a legend – a place to not only enjoy an excellent meal but also catch up with old friends, meet new ones, close business deals, and celebrate family milestones.
The walls are decorated with caricatures, this tradition began when, instead of singing for their supper, artists paid their tab by painting an original portrait on the wall. The proximity of New York’s cartoon syndicate offices led to the proliferation of colorful caricatures found at every Palm location.
