The best restaurants Route 66

In the Venetian's St. Mark's Square, near the canals of a Venice you won't soon forget, this elegant Italian restaurant serves a wide selection of antipasti (sardines, octopus, truffle burrata, bruschetta), pizzas, risottos and pastas, including a good recipe with prawns and garlic. A pleasant place with a large terrace overlooking the square, a 5-meter high ceiling and a kitchen visible from the room. For more intimacy, the restaurant also offers booths for seclusion.

Adjacent to the casino, it reproduces the interior of the great Venetian cafes. All the American classics are available, from hamburgers to cheesecakes. Breakfast, served until 11am, offers a wide choice of dishes including pancakes and waffles. Very convenient to refuel at 4am, after grueling hours spent behind the slot machines or sitting at a poker table. Note that there is another Grand Lux Café at the Palazzo open from 6am to 2am.

Rod's Steak House opened in 1946, during the heyday of Route 66. The sign in the shape of an ox clearly shows the specialty of the house. The animal is served there in all its forms or almost. You can, for example, taste liver prepared the old fashioned way or excellent beef ribs. All main courses include a soup of the day or a green salad as well as baked potatoes, French fries or green beans. The establishment was temporarily closed in 2022, with no announced reopening date.

This Italian restaurant located in the center of Williams offers pizzas, bruschettas and pastas, very good by the way, but also a whole range of salads and sandwiches. The setting is pleasant and is in the atmosphere of Route 66. A success, with a false air of gas station for the outside terrace and an undeniable retro perfume for the dining room, in a modern and warm setting. Rooftop and patio in season... A delight!

In a very Route 66 atmosphere and decor, they serve you burgers, soups, salads, sandwiches but also desserts that smell like the fifties... It is necessary to say that the place was at the same time a café and a gas station during the years 1950-1960. So you can really feel that era while tasting your meal. They also serve hearty breakfasts for a small fee. The waitresses also play the game fully and are ready to describe all the dishes without begrudging! Beware: the place is very crowded at meal times.

Triple George is the casual grill for the chic residents of Las Vegas, and has been for decades; the black and white photos on the walls attest to this. In a nice authentic setting, you sit in a wooden booth or at the big circular bar to eat good pieces of meat. One of the best restaurants in Downtown, we recommend you come at lunchtime rather than in the evening: the prices are much more affordable and the menu offers more choices, among which is a large selection of appetizing burgers.

A good place to eat burgers. It is said that the owner of this chain, Adam Fleischman, tasted all thehamburgers in L.A. to design the best ones for his restaurant. The burger breads come from a Portuguese bakery and the fillings are varied, with parmesan cheese, roasted onion or shiitake mushrooms. The Umami burger is probably the most successful on the menu.

The chef at the helm of this restaurant, Angelo Peloni, serves authentic Italian cuisine. Visitors come for the delicious homemade pasta, the frequently revisited menu - depending on the season - and the extensive wine list. From risotto with gorgonzola and asparagus to fettuccine with black truffle, lasagne Bolognese and Barolo lamb chops, every dish is prepared with care and elegance. And don't miss the delicious desserts, including the unmissable tiramisu.

A more Mexican restaurant? Do you misunderstand! In this small shop there is a kitchen in northern Mexico, different from the rest of the country. The tortilla is made from flour (not maize) and is very fine, and there is also a certain resemblance to the French pancakes. The leaders of the Sonora region are also known to cook the country's best asada meat. It can be said that reputation is respected with meat cooked with a delicious wood fire. For a first one we recommend the very tempting Bean & Cheese Burrito. A superb address for a quick lunch in a family atmosphere.

In the heart of Downtown, Maccheroni Republic is renowned for its delicious fresh pasta, made in-house every day. Ravioli with pumpkin, rigatoni with burrata, bigoli with angus and sausage ragout, linguine with seafood - scallops, shrimps and clams - agnolotti filled withosso bucco... More than fifteen recipes in all. Excellent value for money. Plus: the pretty little terrace. All in all, if we had to choose one Italian address in Los Angeles on this type of budget, it would be this one!

Spago features a decorative wall of 7,000 bottles of wine, a patio with a glass roof and an open kitchen with a contemporary feel. It's known for its 100% California specialties, with an emphasis on provenance and quality ingredients. Add a touch of inventiveness and you have one of the most iconic restaurants in Los Angeles, opened by the highly acclaimed Austrian-American chef Wolfgang Puck in 1982. Puck has cooked for several American presidents.

The kitchen isn't what distinguishes this restaurant from the gastronomic stage in L.A. It is a mixture of traditional architecture and typical Hollywood stories that make the best of Musso & Frank. It was one of the favourite places of Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. If it is not so frequented by stars, it remains in memories as an old Hollywood institution. Cocktails are also a good argument for coming here. You are discouraged from tasting vegetables or talking with old servers; on the other hand, let's go to the bar where you will certainly enjoy more.

Providence is renowned for being the best seafood restaurant in the United States. Without exaggeration, the plates here resemble masterpieces. The food is as beautiful to contemplate as it is delicious to savor: each dish is of rare finesse, executed with unparalleled skill. As the tasting menu changes frequently, it's difficult to recommend a particular dish; what's certain is that you'll come away from your evening amazed, with your taste buds full of fish. A great address.

Looking for a good breakfast or an American-style brunch? Look no further: Millie's Cafe is a reference in the field. If you want to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the place, ask to sit at the counter, opposite the kitchen, where the chefs are busy. Otherwise, the small adjacent dining room and the sidewalk terrace could not be nicer. However, you will have to wait in line, especially on weekends, starting at 10 am. A little tip: if you come alone, you'll have to go in front of everyone else.

Right on the Venice Boardwalk, this charming restaurant is an ideal vantage point for the many artists and misfits that roam the neighborhood. Since it opened in 1978, Fig Tree has been a family-owned neighborhood institution, blending Latin roots with Pacific Rim influences. It has a tempting menu, with a focus on breakfast, between plantain pancakes and chilaquiles. Also on the menu: a dozen or so dishes to be enjoyed at lunch or dinner, ranging from chicken and avocado to burgers.

Walking into a shopping mall, you'd never expect to come across an address like this. But this restaurant has a simple concept: everything here is homemade, using seasonal produce. From burgers and their absolutely delicious fries to superb pasta with pea pesto, healthy salads and all kinds of sandwiches, the dishes are delicate, fresh and tasty. Plus: a fine selection of local beers. Excellent value for money. Finally, a special mention for the warm welcome.

Right at the beginning of the Santa Monica Pier, where the crowds thicken, stands this family-run address, which has been in business for 40 years. As with many Californian establishments, The Albright is a fast-casual affair, with fast-food-style ordering and payment at the counter, and plates similar to those of a traditional restaurant. Here, the food is tasty, the oysters fresh. On the menu: a wide variety of seafood and raw, fried or grilled fish, as well as burgers, rolls, pokés and ceviches - to name but a few.

Bottega Louie is a vast space with white marble floors, white walls, and a high ceiling... And white. More than a restaurant, this establishment is an army of cooks who prepare the pizzas and delicious salads on the menu. It's one of Downtown's most fashionable places, as friendly and loud as it is chic. On weekends, the brunch offers a quieter atmosphere, especially since the pastries are to die for. In addition, a new branch has opened in the West Hollywood neighborhood.

A meal at Fogo de Chão is the promise of a feast. This Brazilian restaurant offers a wide selection of meats: filet mignon, lamb, pork chops, or chicken surrounded by bacon served with steak... All roasted on a giant grill. The plus: a spectacular salad bar, with smoked salmon, vegetables and soup - among others. The restaurant is mostly frequented by families celebrating events, so the atmosphere is always festive.

If you're really hungry and want to discover the subtleties of Brazilian cuisine, this is the place for you. However, although the country is the world champion of churrasco - grilled meat - Bossa Nova also serves a fine selection of pastas, salads, pizzas, burgers and bowls. A la carte" specialties include blackened chicken with Cajun sauce and the catch of the day with lemon cream risotto.

Opened by Francesca and Francesco, an Italian couple who met in the United States, Ceci's is the place to go for a packed lunch. While it's possible to sit at one of the small tables outside, the establishment is more like an "upgraded" caterer: ideal for a picnic in Griffith Park, for example, a ten-minute drive away. From a few homemade pastas to desserts and focaccia, the menu is as short as it is tempting. Special mention should be made of the rigatoni bolognese and caciocavallo.

The decor is superb. The kitchen has a turn of strength, with its delicious insensés mixes and its great classics based on lobster and seafood. The whole Los Angeles is getting there. Amateurs, choose from the bar, where the kitchen will be made in front of you. Fascinating!

This trattoria is steeped in tradition: no fuss, kitschy decor and generous portions. Above all, the pasta is homemade. We love the concept: you choose your type of pasta - spaghetti, pappardelle, pappardelle with spinach, fettuccine, fettuccine with spinach, rigatoni, gnocchi, capelli d'Angelo and fusilli - then the sauce to accompany it. From Alfredo to four-cheese, from puttanesca to carbonara, you'll find all the great classics of Italian cuisine. A real delight!

Located on the terrace of The Peninsula Hotel, The Belvedere is one of the most renowned restaurants in Los Angeles. For the past twenty years, it has continued to seduce and innovate for the pleasure of food lovers. They settle into a chic and sophisticated atmosphere for an early morning breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even brunch on weekends. The chef proposes a Californian cuisine with Mediterranean inspirations - French in particular - that is both tasty and creative. Recommended dress code: smart casual.

Restaurant decorated directly with China and propaganda from the era of the great Timonier. The terrace is particularly pleasant in the evening, when traffic on the avenue has stopped or almost. The proposed Chinese cuisine, of course, is good and especially copious.

With its subdued lighting, an intimate, even romantic atmosphere reigns in this popular Silver Lake restaurant. Minestrone, bruschetta with burratta, pizzas, spaghetti al pomodoro, bolognese, puttanesca or guanciale ... Blair's prepares the great classics of Italian cuisine, as well as some more local specialties, such as the unmissable cheeseburger, roast chicken and grilled onglet. A beautiful address that combines modernity and elegance, without being snobbish.

At Fisherman's Outlet, the food is served on paper plates and concrete picnic tables... But don't let that put you off: this market and its seafood café serve better food than the chic restaurants. We recommend the delicious charcoal-cooked fish, or the lobster, one of the best dishes on the menu. Made up of workers and families who've been coming here for three generations, the clientele contrasts with the new "bobo" Downtown, giving rise to an atmosphere that's well worth discovering.

This small chain, with seven other locations, mainly serves tacos, which can be enjoyed at any time of day, from breakfast through lunch to early evening. On the menu: some fifteen recipes, including the Guadalupe, filled with eggs, chorizo and cheddar, or the Picadillo, made with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, coleslaw and pickled jalapeño pepper. Try the side dishes, too, such as the classic black beans.

In the heart of the Arts District, Manuela offers inventive, refined and authentic cuisine. The emphasis is on seasonal produce: the chef only buys from producers and farmers in Southern California. On the menu: fine cuts of meat, fish and seafood, as well as a vast selection of vegetables and seeds. And every weekend, locals flock to the restaurant for its elegant brunch, where shrimp with bacon and fresh mushrooms sit alongside classics such as eggs Benedict.

A true angeleno institution since its opening in 1908 by the French Philippe Mathieu, this great dinner has been located since the 1950 s at the gates of Chinatown. Its specialty is the French dipped sandwich, a sandwich lightly wet in the juice of meat whose bread is garned (beef, lamb, turkey, choice). Philippe Mathieu, in 1918, accidentally dropped the bread of the sandwich he was preparing in the oven sauce; the client, a policeman, decided to eat it anyway. Amazed by the taste of this failed sandwich, he came back the next day with a group of friends to ask for a sandwich soaked in the meat juice… the legend was born. Nothing good gastronomic in the old fast food, but the salads of macaroni or potatoes, the soup soups or broken peas, Caesar salads, the inevitable coffee juice and the famous sandwiches are true diner classic. The American way of life optimistic and good child of the 1950 s. The apple pie (apple pie), another classic of this address, is a simple and comforting regal.

This little place has been attracting falafel lovers for nearly three decades. It makes sense: they may be the best in Los Angeles. Crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, these dumplings rival shawarma - the traditional kebab of the Middle East - as delicious. Also on the menu: hummus and shish kebab, among others. All at very affordable prices. At lunchtime, it is not uncommon for a long line to stretch out in front of Falafel Arax; it would be a shame not to wait.

After opening its first establishment in Boyle Hights - east of Downtown - in 2010, Guisados has gradually expanded in and around Los Angeles, and now boasts eight locations. Behind this success is a family-style cuisine, carefully concocted to take customers on a journey to Mexico. The specialty: delicious tacos made with chicken, steak, pork, fish and seafood, or vegetarian. Ideal for a tasty, quick and, above all, economical lunch - a rarity in Beverly Hills!

Here is a pub where typical Californian influences are mixed. Founded in 1982 by British musician Kim Gardner, this place that serves as a restaurant, bar, café and concert hall is now run by Paula and her daughter Ashlee. The dishes are hearty and the choice is wide, from fish and chips to homemade pies and beef Wellington. In the summer, the patio with its foliage and white candle lights is particularly appreciated.

It's better to eat a Korean barbecue! Just sitting, the servers ask the accompaniments of vegetables and the sauces around the hot plate. You are strongly advised to opt for the All you can eat menu which will allow you to taste everything you want and to refresh for the same price. Once the meat is selected (beef brisket is a classic not missed), the servers deposit the pieces on the plate, then it's up to you to play. The menu also includes scrambled eggs to share, a kimchi pancake and sauté rice on the plate at the end of the meal. Beware of having your eyes bigger than the belly because in order to prevent waste, the restaurant also invoices the meat not consumed… Attention to benefit from the will menu you must be at least 2 people.

The unobstructed view of Downtown from the ^16th-floor terrace is Perch's main attraction. Aiming to be both classy and casual, this bistro has focused on its decor, which takes its customers to Paris for the duration of a meal. While the cheese plate and classic French dishes such as filet mignon or steak served with fries are a little pricey, the brunch is much more reasonably priced, which is why it's best to visit this restaurant at weekends. Otherwise, you can always enjoy the view in the evening over a cocktail.

Specializing in hand-cut noodle soups - or kal-guk-su - this excellent Korean restaurant also serves dumplings - ravioli also known as mandu - bibimbap - rice served with minced beef, egg garnish and sautéed vegetables - and its must-try bossam - boiled pork belly served with crunchy pickled cabbage and kimchi made from spicy radishes. A culinary experience in its own right, with dishes that are as tasty as they are hearty, and always presented with care.

Opened in 1981, this little establishment is unmistakable, with its blue facade covered in colorful drawings, which looks more like a large mural. Above all, it's impossible to miss the sign that reads: "Best chilaquiles in town". In addition to this typical Mexican dish prepared with tortillas and green or red sauce, the tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, omelettes and other specialties of the house can be enjoyed on the covered terrace, sheltered from the sun, just a stone's throw from the parking lot. An authentic address.

Founded in 2006 in Irvine, Orange County, Veggie Grill is a true vegetarian institution in the United States. With nearly 33 locations across the country, it is the largest 100% plant-based restaurant in the country. Particularly in Los Angeles, this healthy way of eating is a big hit. And with good reason: the dishes are well executed, from Asian-style salads to hearty sandwiches, burgers and bowls. The choice is as vast as it is inspiring, and all at affordable prices.

This charming place is located in the heart of Old Town, in one of Pasadena's oldest brick buildings. Despite its name, Cafe Santorini is not a Greek tavern: it's a restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, in the broadest sense of the word. You'll find risotti and pasta dishes - don't miss the lobster ravioli or the red curry risotto - a wide range of mezzés, kebabs and salads, as well as meat and fish dishes such as grilled entrecôte. Bonus: the rooftop terrace.

Opened in 2000 by local residents, The Kitchen reflects the diversity and energy of Silver Lake. The goal: to make guests feel at home, with fresh, homemade comfort food . The focus is on sandwiches, from burgers to grilled cheese and classic breads. Don't miss the meatloaf sandwich, an American specialty. Other dishes on the menu include fried chicken, mussels and French fries, and fish and chips. A particularly warm welcome.

This friendly vegetarian restaurant offers healthy, inventive cuisine, with an emphasis on flavors and combinations. For example, the famous BLT sandwich - Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato - is revisited in the form of TLT: Tempeh - an Indonesian product made from fermented soybeans - bacon, Lettuce, Tomato. The Kitchen Mouse also features Mexican classics such as chilaquiles - a dish made with tortillas and sauce - and huevos rancheros. An address that lends itself equally well to brunch and lunch.

Completely oversized pizza slices for a very sweet price. Perfect for small purses.

This Taiwanese restaurant is a real hit in the trendy Silver Lake district. Simple, flavorful specialties include dàndàn miàn, noodles cooked with peanut and sesame sauce, chili oil, cucumber and coriander. Also on the menu: "small plates" ranging from tasty beef rolls to Taiwanese sausage and pancakes made with cebette - a green onion. If the decor of blond wood and concrete walls is nothing exceptional, the cuisine is well worth the detour.

This is a charming little bistro in the heart of West Hollywood. The croque-madame is very popular and the gluten-free galettes are quite good. If you're looking for something a little more elaborate, we recommend the duck confit, one of the house specialties. Finally, WeHo Bistro is perfectly suited for brunch, with a wide selection featuring classics like eggs. As far as the table is concerned, you'll always be a winner: the lantern-lit terrace is pleasant in the evening, while a chic and cheerful atmosphere prevails inside.

The homemade pizzas are absolutely gigantic... Which probably explains the prices, which would make the Italians howl. Nevertheless, the preparations are very good, made from quality ingredients. There's a choice of simple pizzas like the cheese, made with tomato sauce and cheese only, and more elaborate ones like the terra firma, made with the aforementioned ingredients, plus pepperoni, sausage, onions, mushrooms, black olives and peppers. Special mention goes to the delicious pastry.

After opening its doors in 1939, Pink's quickly became a staple among Hollywood stars. Today, it's made it its signature: in addition to displaying numerous photos of celebrities posing with hot dogs in hand, the establishment has named some of its recipes after them. One example is Betty White's Naked Dog: "just the beef in the bun, absolutely no toppings". The line is often long, the place touristy; but the hot dogs are memorable.

A.O.C. is the second establishment opened by chef Suzanne Goin and sommelier Caroline Styne, a talented duo. Suzanne Goin, who studied with some of the world's greatest chefs, prepares an inventive cuisine with Mediterranean influences, flavored with spices from around the world. As for her, her partner has elaborated a wine list that has won several awards and presents a hundred references. A special feature is the wood-fired oven in which the delicious black rice with squid and the brioche with prosciutto and Gruyere cheese - among others - are cooked.

A member of the Sushi Nozawa group, KazuNori has the same mission: to offer sashimi and maki lovers an unforgettable experience through fresh, quality products. The fish and seafood come from all over the world: hamachi from Japan, salmon from Europe, sea bream from New Zealand and sea urchin from Southern California. An excellent address that will transport even the most jaded traveler to Japan. Please note that seating is limited!

Head to The Griddle for some of the most gargantuan breakfasts and brunches in Los Angeles. Eggs Benedict, pancakes and waffles; alongside these late-morning staples are more unusual dishes, such as scrambled eggs served with shrimp and pesto. If you're in the mood, be careful not to over-order: portions can easily be shared between two people. Also, note that the places are crowded on weekends: you may have to wait.

Although it's a chain, this organic fast-food concept is well worth the detour. There's no fuss or table service here, just the promise of fresh, local, ecologically-sourced produce. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you select your plate. On the menu: a large salad, a bowl, a sandwich, or a hot dish of meat or fish accompanied by a small salad, then brown rice, vegetables or mashed potatoes. Preparation is done live. For dessert: a homemade cookie - among others.