Carrie Kommers
Director
dineLA
Los Angeles
What are three of the hottest restaurants in Hollywood that you would recommend for groups?
- Yamashiro: This restaurant has spectacular panoramic views of Los Angeles from the Hollywood Hills. Yamashiro means “mountain palace” in Japanese. The establishment was originally a mansion built in 1911. It served as a military school until undergoing renovations in 1948. Fresh seafood, sushi, sashimi and cuisine fusing flavors from Asia and California have been developed by new executive chef Jason Park. The Garden Court and the glass-enclosed Skyview Room accommodate 30 to 300 guests. The entire restaurant can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. The facility’s special events team provides complete event coordination.
- The Kress: This newly restored, modern, multilevel entertainment and culinary paradise is the first venue of its kind in Los Angeles. The Kress offers a bar and lounge, a restaurant, a nightclub and a rooftop lounge revealing 360-degree views of the Hollywood Hills (including the “Hollywood” sign), the night lights of Los Angeles and beyond. Executive Chef Travis Kamiyama has crafted a menu with Asian flare. The building was an Art Deco building that has been restored. The Kress retained the original marble stairway, brass railing, ceiling and facade.
- Ritual Supper Club: With more nightlife than ever in Hollywood, Ritual Supper Club stands alone in its upscale design, state-of-the-art sound and video systems, VIP and event services, and the Pacific Rim-inspired menu of Chef Andy Pastore. This chef has appeared on several TV programs, such as Extra, Entertainment Tonight and Access Hollywood. The restaurant boasts an impressive list of vegetarian hors d’oeuvres. Groups can sit outdoors and soak up the Hollywood vibe.