hollywood's most romantic restaurant serves california comfort food, punctuated by bold and sometimes strange mexi/asian/cajun flavors, in a rambling converted residence with several rooms and levels. dinners come with soup or salad, and many entrées are served over marvelous house-made fresh pasta. salmon over fettuccine in a delicate dill cream sauce is especially fine. the huge array of desserts is house made, too, with something for every palate. the most desirable tables (available first come, first served) are on a lovely fireplace-heated patio. wheelchair ramp and parking in small lot behind restaurant. homey atmosphere. extensive wine list, full bar. open daily, dinner only. los angeles most popular and romantic restaurant also does parties and events so make sure you watch out for any popular events going on.

Inihomage to the famous explorer, an all-glass, octagonal atrium provides a dramatic centerpiece for stargazing, people-watching, and fine dining on the first floor of the harbor club's exclusive west tower. a 40-foot wine tower reaches from the bar below up to the top of the glass, passing the second-level vip lounge on the way. downstairs, the traditional dining room's soft lighting plays calmly off the natural wood and crème tones. a mix of european flavors heavy seafood offerings characterize the menu. the rock shrimp starter with goat cheese and gemeli pasta satisfies like a full meal, while the tomato salad or asparagus are portioned smaller and with lighter flavors. blue cheese-laces potatoes accompany the tender filet, and bison is served with parsnip puree and truffle demi glaze. small arrays of mostly-vegetarian pastas are also available.