A group dines at a beautiful restaurant in West Hollywood, CA

Culinary
& Cocktails

Explore the best restaurants and bars in West Hollywood, from innovative MICHELIN-starred dining and classic spots to unique cocktails and rooftop lounges.
Find your flavor

California provides the ingredients. West Hollywood brings the creativity.

From iconic casual spots like Tail ’O the Pup to the three MICHELIN-starred Somni, West Hollywood restaurants have a table for every taste, budget and vibe. There’s no shortage of star power in the kitchen, thanks to renowned and award-winning chefs like Wolfgang Puck (Merois and Ospero), Charbel Hayek (Ladyhawk) and Sean Brock (Darling). See a different kind of stars at celebrity-owned hot spots like Anderson .Paak’s Andy’s, Vanderpump Rules institutions SUR, TomTom and Something About Her, and A-list hangouts like Craig’s and Catch LA.

Cocktail lovers can appreciate inventive mixology at chic bars, lounges and speakeasies. Or sip in style at the city’s sky-high rooftop lounges and swanky hotel bars, like Harriet’s and the art deco-era Tower Bar+. The best way to taste it all? The annual Eat + Drink WeHo, which showcases the city’s standout culinary talent each March.

What are You Craving?

Sip, Savor Repeat

The open-air patio at Ardor restaurant, featuring rugs, bench seating and lush foliage. West Hollywood, CA.
Ardor at The West Hollywood EDITION
Caviar plated on a napkin at the restaurant Somni in West Hollywood
Three MICHELIN-starred Somni
E.P. & L.P.
A cocktail sits on the bar at Bar Next Door in West Hollywood, CA.
Bar Next Door
Wooden boards display artfully crafted sushi at Uchi in West Hollywood
Uchi
The chefs at Darling in West Hollywood, California
Darling
Interior of Merois, with fabric-draped ceilings, dramatic chandeliers, and views of LA out of floor-to-ceiling windows. West Hollywood, CA.
Merois at The Sun Rose West Hollywood
A man walks by the Tail O' the Pup hot dog stand in West Hollywood at night
Tail O’ the Pup
Exterior of The Formosa Cafe in West Hollywood, with its green neon sign.
The Formosa Cafe
Arched windows display Los Angeles views at Casa Madera in West Hollywood
Casa Madera at Mondrian Los Angeles
Frequently Asked Questions

Food, Flavor
& the Scene

West Hollywood is known for its diverse, trend-setting dining scene and a cocktail culture that blends classic drinks with inventive, modern creations. WeHo’s walkable neighborhoods are a popular spot for a night out, packed with bars, lounges and nightlife spots.
You’ll find everything from globally inspired fine dining and modern California cuisine to casual cafés and late-night bites.
Yes, West Hollywood is home to acclaimed restaurants and chef-driven concepts that regularly earn national attention, including Wolfgang Puck’s Merois, Sean Brock’s Darling, Michael Cimarusti’s Connie & Ted’s and Charbel Hayek’s Ladyhawk.
From stylish hotel bars to neighborhood favorites, great cocktails can be found throughout West Hollywood.
Absolutely — many bars and restaurants offer thoughtfully crafted mocktails and non-alcoholic alternatives.
Reservations are recommended for many West Hollywood restaurants, especially on weekends and for popular restaurants, though many spots welcome walk-ins. It’s always best to check with individual restaurants about their reservation policy.
Mixology Masters

Craft Cocktails
& Creative Mixology

From timeless classics to playful tiki drinks and modern inventions, West Hollywood’s bartenders pour creativity into every glass.

Creators & Tastemakers

Local Faves

Get local secrets and insider tips from the people who live, play and create here.

Ginger Pierce & Tara Punzone

Chefs

Meet Ginger & Tara

David Combes

Restaurateur, The Botanical Group
Headshot of restaurateur David Combes

Meet David

Charbel Hayek

Chef, Ladyhawk

Meet Charbel

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