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Escape LA (Without Leaving) Guide

Escape LA (Without Leaving) Guide

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Tired of the grit, grime and the grind? These dining spots feel worlds away—even though they're not.

 

1.

The Dining Room

The pastoral landscape coupled with the unique spin on contemporary American fare is a vacation for LA-clogged senses. A hand-in-hand stroll in the gardens is mandatory.

2.

Saddle Peak Lodge

Tucked far into the Calabasas hills, this rustic retreat offers clean air and quiet reminiscent of summer camp.

3.

Cafe del Rey

The boat-filled marina and ocean breeze blowing in the windows call to mind Newport, RI—not nearby LAX.

4.

Inn of the Seventh Ray

This Topanga gourmet retreat feels transported from the hippie '60s, with organic food on the table and a stream coursing next to it.

5.

The Bowery

Tile walls, chalkboard and the very name: Yup, feels like New York.

6.

Geisha House

This Hollywood sushi den—with stacked fireplaces, honeycomb walls and waiters in postmodern sailor suits—feels less like Asia than Mars.

7.

Figaro Bistrot

With a strict manifesto regarding organic ingredients and a thick, atmospheric darkness cloaking evening diners, this eatery is unique even by Los Feliz standards. Every decor element looks lifted from the Left Bank.

8.

Dar Maghreb

This Moroccan theme restaurant often satisfies even those who hate theme restaurants.

9.

House of Blues

During gospel brunch on Sundays, the south is alive and well on the Sunset Strip.

10.

Red Lion Tavern

Bratwurst, beer and waitresses in lederhosen can all be found in this chalet.