Collaborations, one-night-only dinners and more abound in Los Angeles’ food and dining scene this May.
All’Antico Vinaio’s Florence Underground
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All’Antico Vinaio launched a Los Angeles-exclusive dinner series that converts its Santa Monica space into a late-night Tuscan experience centered on bistecca alla Fiorentina. Groups of two to 10 enjoy a family-style dinner with an optional wine pairing, and the next one is May 29.
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Leora in Beverly Hills tapped Avaline wine for a refreshing summer beverage: Avaline Frosé made with Avaline Organic Rosé, fresh strawberries and ice. The limited-time menu item is available at Leora — which also has Avaline Rosé by the glass through summer — and via Postmates.
Bar Siesta Transforms into Bar Besito
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Once all in on paying tribute to classic Spanish cooking, owner Heather Sperling pivoted the Bar Siesta space into Bar Besito, a Spanish-influenced restaurant with a wine bar vibe. Stop by for brunch, lunch or dinner for croquetas, grilled mackerel a la marinera, clams with saffron rice and more.
Broken Spanish Comedor Launches Brunch
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Broken Spanish Comedor expanded its hours of operation by adding weekend brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Saturday and Sunday offering — divided into botanas y entradas, platos fuertes and acompañamientos — includes huevos rancheros, chilaquiles verdes, chicharrón hash, ceviche and more.
Chef José Andrés in Conversation With Jennifer Garner
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As part of Live Talks Los Angeles, José Andrés will be in conversation with Jennifer Garner on May 26 to discuss Spain My Way: Eat, Drink, and Cook Like a Spaniard at the Robert Frost Auditorium in Culver City. Virtual tickets are also available.
Crown Point Vineyards Winemaker Dinner at La Boucherie
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Crown Point Vineyards makes its way to Los Angeles from the Santa Ynez Valley for a winemaker dinner at La Boucherie. From the 71st floor of the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, attendees will enjoy a three-course dinner complemented by Crown Point’s Bordeaux-style blends and rare library selections.
Da Prato Ristorante & Supper Club Debuts
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Da Prato Ristorante & Supper Club opens on May 16 from chef Elisa Da Prato (Eutrusca); Martha Stewart recipe developer for over a decade and Hollywood Farmers’ Market board member Laurryn Tyrell; chef and writer Christian Reynoso; and designer Brittany Asch. The Italian supper club encourages family-style dining (with a menu featuring the likes of roasted bone marrow with porcini and spring herbs and Tuscan chestnut flour–fried whole quail) and communal seating, though a separate area is also available for walk-ins.
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As the delicatessen celebrates five years, Ggiata made way to Echo Park with a new location that debuted on May 18. Come by morning through evening for sandwiches, wraps and desserts like The Spicy P, crispy or grilled chicken Caesar and limoncello olive oil cake.
Glenmorangie Wrangles Harrison Ford to Sunset Tower
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Harrison Ford and friends had a special evening with Glenmorangie at the Sunset Tower Hotel, where the group connected over rare pours and Ford stepping behind the bar. Whiskey connoisseurs can join the fun with orders of Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition bottle at select L.A. retailers and online at glenmorangie.com and via Reservebar.
The Langham Huntington, Pasadena Unveils The Hideaway Mexican Kitchen & Bar
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The Langham kicked off the month with the unveiling of a new restaurant next to its Lanai Pool. Serving Baja coastal cuisine, The Hideaway Mexican Kitchen & Bar delights with an agave-focused cocktail program, wines from Valle de Guadalupe and dishes like huachinango crudo with charred jalapeño, quesadilla de huitlacoche with Mexican truffle and hamachi aguachile.
Little Dom’s x Frasca Hospitality Group
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Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson of Frasca Hospitality Group steps into the Little Dom’s kitchen alongside chef Brandon Boudet for a wine dinner on May 19 that highlights Italy’s Friuli-Venezia Giulia region through a California lens. The multi-course experience features dishes like housemade pappardelle al ragù bianco and wood-grilled pork loin with stone fruit. Reservations are on Resy.
Lunetta 10-Year Anniversary Menu
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The Santa Monica restaurant commemorates its 10-year anniversary with a special dinner menu available May 15, 16 and 20-23. Options include duck confit, black angus center-cut filet, wood-grilled loup de mer and, for all, sweet corn agnolotti to start and sticky toffee pudding for dessert.
Menotti’s Coffee Stop Lands in West L.A.
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Following up its Tokyo, Culver City and Venice locations, Menotti’s Coffee Stop has expanded to West L.A. Stop by between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Sawtelle outpost for free oat lattes and cookies (courtesy of Minor Figures and Hatchet Hall, respectively) in celebration of the grand opening. Additionally, across all locations, the menu will feature the West L’Orange specialty beverage in honor of the new West L.A. location beginning May 18. The espresso concoction mixes up Valrhona ganache and house-made orange cordial with Táche pistachio milk and shaved dark chocolate.
Monday Gran Fiesta at Daisy Margarita Bar
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To celebrate landing at the No. 44 spot on 50 Best Bar’s North America list, Daisy has a weekly Monday Gran Fiesta from 5 to 7 p.m. featuring $1.50 oysters, The Daisy Dog and chorizo fries.
Mírate’s Taco and Mezcal Omakase
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Also celebrating its place on 50 Best Bar’s North America list (coming in at No. 28), Mírate gives one-night-only a special meaning with a May 18 omakase experience featuring five tacos by executive chef Alan Sanz and mezcal pours curated by beverage director Max Reis from his personal collection.
Pasjoli Launches Weekend Lunch
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Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Pasjoli in Santa Monica serves brunch. Menu highlights include dinner staples like the burger and grilled cheese, and new items, including tartare frites.
Ronnie’s Pronto at Kith West Hollywood
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Kith West Hollywood marked its grand reopening with an exciting new addition: the debut of Ronnie’s Pronto by creative Director, CEO and founder Ronnie Fieg. The grab-and-go eatery serves New York-inspired sandwiches, bowls and salads for breakfast and lunch.
Route 66 Menu at Terrazza at Hotel Casa del Mar
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At Hotel Casa del Mar, Terraza nods to Route 66’s 100-year anniversary (and the hotel’s) with a Route $66 lunch special: house fries, Caesar salad and a classic or dirty martini.
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The Pacific Design Center welcomed a new dining concept with the May 8 grand opening of Très LA Bistro & Café. The French-inspired restaurant serves café and lunch offerings by day and dinner by night, with menu highlights including a bistro smashburger, steak frites, chicken tangine bowl and vegan eggplant parmigiana.