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208 Rodeo is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

1. 208 Rodeo

9.0
208 N Rodeo Dr (at Rodeo Dr), Beverly Hills, CA
American Restaurant · 94 tips and reviews

AylinAylin: Very lovely place for lunch and also try sangria. Musics are very relaxing.

Anton K.Anton Kolpakov: Crab cakes, sweet potato, NY steak with mushroom sause and lobster... Mmm

Hind A.Hind AL Fattan: For brunch, try the eggs benedict TDF!

Birdie G's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

2. Birdie G's

9.0
2421 Michigan Ave (at Cloverfield Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Kyle T.Kyle Taylor: The mushrooms, potato salad and chicken were all great

Nick S.Nick Saretzky: Creme brûlée pie is a winner

Kevin K.Kevin Keating: Food and cocktails and vibe are all exceptional.

Eveleigh is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

3. Eveleigh

8.8
8752 W Sunset Blvd (at Sherbourne Dr), West Hollywood, CA
American Restaurant · 163 tips and reviews

Tim R.Tim Rothfuss: The olive and toasted nuts appetizer was surprisingly delicious, and the cocktails are amazing as well.

@JaumePrimero@JaumePrimero: The "wake me up" shot WILL send your metabolism into 5th gear.

Alex S.Alex Straus: The tequila Ocho is divine. The Akvinta and tonic is a must have. The Pierde Almas Mezcal is some of the best in the city.

Redbird is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

4. Redbird

9.0
114 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Little Tokyo · 62 tips and reviews

Glenda U.Glenda Uy: Try the cocktails. Neal Fraser has not lost his touch. Everything we tried - shrimp w/ chipotle mole, squash salad, cocktails, wild striped bass, scallops - were simply yummy.

Simple F.Simple Foodie: Posole, Braised Goat Gemelli, Duck & Rainbow Carrots.

Doug d.Doug de Wet: The savory Chicken Pot Pie is cravably delicious and comforting. Even though they encourage sharing plates here, you just might want to keep this one to eat by yourself.

Craig's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

5. Craig's

8.8
8826 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · 44 tips and reviews

Mark H.Mark Hoppus: We loved every single dish we ordered. Great service! Our favorites were pizza margherita, meatloaf, halibut, meatballs, ahi tartar, and chocolate waffle sundae dessert.

Benjamin G.Benjamin Godfre: The best oysters in LA

Vanity FairVanity Fair: George Clooney is a noted fan of Craig’s warm service and delicious American comfort food.

Cole's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

6. Cole's

8.9
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Fashion District · 194 tips and reviews

Walter P.Walter Painter: Og French Dip. Check out Varnish in the back for rare cocktails

ZAGATZAGAT: Check out Varnish, a speakeasy accessible through the back of the restaurant, for old-fashioned libations.

DTELS LADTELS LA: Happy hour runs all night on Tuesdays!

CJ's Cafe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

7. CJ's Cafe

8.9
5501 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · PICO · 36 tips and reviews

Melody H.Melody Han: Unpretentious diner food - I especially love breakfast. Inexpensive, easy to get a table, easy parking, no fuss. Good green juice!

Denise D.Denise Dennis: Good breakfast food, waffles, turkey sausages. They have a small soul food menu - grits, catfish, fried chicken, collard. Also serve Mexican food.

Fleur S.Fleur Salisbury: Waffles and Wings. Always satisfying.

Manuela is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

8. Manuela

8.7
907 E 3rd St (at S Garey St), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Arts District · 36 tips and reviews

Toia C.Toia Capelli: This place is so good! Loved the burrata & persimmon and the crisp polenta with maitake ragú.

Haesung K.Haesung Kim: good vibes!!

Kely S.Kely Simas: Great enviroment & awesome food!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

9. The Cheesecake Factory

8.8
6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Canoga Park, CA
American Restaurant · 72 tips and reviews

Jennifer M.Jennifer Mantell: Good food best of all good cheesecake the marina one is over the water

Gabrielle L.Gabrielle Letamendi: God I hate this place.

Dexter J.Dexter Johnson: Try the Cajun Chicken "Littles" - The corn succotash and mashed potatoes that accompany these chicken tenders pair wonderfully with the down home flavor of the chicken!

South Beverly Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

10. South Beverly Grill

8.9
122 S Beverly Dr (at Wilshire), Beverly Hills, CA
American Restaurant · 56 tips and reviews

WEHO G.WEHO G: Love this place. Great burger and fries and amazing sushi, try the coconut shrimp roll!

Chaz B.Chaz Bautzer: Best food in LA open until 11PM on weekdays

Robert S.Robert Stern: Cajun Trout when available is Amazing!

The Ivy is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

11. The Ivy

8.9
113 N Robertson Blvd (at Alden Dr), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Mid-City West · 314 tips and reviews

Fran H.Fran Hauser: Papaya, avocado lobster salad is divine!

Nouf N.Nouf Nasser: Awesome decor and food as well, tryHomemade Wild Maine Lobster Ravioli

BravoBravo: The ultimate Hollywood lunch experience. The stars and the crabcakes are worth the visit. Ignore the paparazzi and stroll Robertson for the fab shops. -David Applebaum, Launch My Line

THE Blvd is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

12. THE Blvd

9.0
9500 Wilshire Blvd (Beverly Wilshire Hotel), Beverly Hills, CA
American Restaurant · 96 tips and reviews

Lee S.Lee Simpson: Good drinks and awesome services but a little crowded. Try the baked camembert - insanely good.

Dress for the DateDress for the Date: Some of the best and nicest bartenders in the city. True professionals.

FabFitFunFabFitFun: Try one of the amazing flatbreads and top it off with a bellini! Sit outside and gaze at the shoppers on Rodeo Drive, or sit inside and enjoy a drink in the gorgeous lounge!

Musso & Frank Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

13. Musso & Frank Grill

8.9
6667 Hollywood Blvd (at N Cherokee Ave), California
American Restaurant · Hollywood · 130 tips and reviews

Keith B.Keith Blodorn: Made reservation for dinner after a show a Pantages, wanted to see the place from the Bosch books. Fantastic dinner, great experience, totally worth it!

Turner Classic MoviesTurner Classic Movies: Legend has it that Charlie Chaplin, Rudolph Valentino and Douglas Fairbanks raced each other down Hollywood Blvd on horseback; the loser had to pick up the dinner tab at Musso & Frank's!

BravoBravo: They print their menu daily but their items have been around for decades. The perfect dinner: martini served with the side carafe + liver and onions. Period. Nuff said. -Alex Reznik, Top Chef

Farmshop is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

14. Farmshop

8.8
225 26th St, Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Brentwood · 70 tips and reviews

Donna W.Donna White: Crispy artichokes were delicious -- beet salad great --  poached chicken salad is amazing! Now one of my top choices!

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: "Farmshop's French Fries are what Fries should be." - Jonathan Gold

Matt N.Matt Newberg: This is what happens when aloof white people attempt "fried chicken Sundays"

Little Beast Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Los Angeles.

15. Little Beast Restaurant

8.4
1496 Colorado Blvd (at Loleta Ave), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Eagle Rock · 37 tips and reviews

Karl H.Karl Hobart: The burrata & prosciutto starter is extraordinary. Be sure to order the beef cheeks if they're on special!

Hiram C.Hiram Carrington: Lovely neighborhood haunt Hipstwr cool. Burrata and peaches a must.

BaskieBaskie: Fantastic!