Edited and Published July 9, 2024 by Brady Goodman-Williams
Written by Jordan Walker
Hope you're hungry, Los Angeles!
That’s right! LA's premiere event for foodies Dine LA Restaurant Week is back for its summer installment, showcasing over 200 diverse culinary experiences across the city starting this Friday, July 12th and running through July 26th.
With a list that big, it can be overwhelming to pick which restaurants you want to enjoy as a part of this two-week event. So, we’ve written up a much more concise list of some of the best dinner options at every price point.
Culver City | $25 Per Person
Photo: Maple Block Meat Company
If you’re looking for some Texas-style BBQ, Maple Block Meat Company is one of LA’s finest. This Culver City barbecue spot is offering a great deal for Dine LA, which means you can pair their famous brisket with another meat, two of their classic Southern sides, and wash it down with a house-made soda. All that for $25 makes this a Texas-sized deal you can’t pass up on.
Koreatown | $25 Per Person
Photo: KazuNori via Instagram
KazuNori is the place to be if you want sushi. The Koreatown location of this LA staple is offering an all day dine-in menu for just $25. This includes salmon sashimi as well as 5 unique sushi rolls. From their yellowtail hand roll to the lobster hand roll, you can enjoy a variety of some of the finest seafood rolls KazuNori has to offer.
Atwater Village | $35 Meal For 2
Photo: Hail Mary Pizza via Instagram
If you’ve been praying for a great deal on pizza, your prayers have been answered by Hail Mary Pizza. Start with a choice of one of two salads, dig into one of their four signature pizzas like the Beatrix or the Roni, and finish it off with either their chocolate chunk cookies or a slice of their Basque cake. A great dinner date option!
Sherman Oaks | $35 Per Person
Photo: Donna Jean via Instagram
For a vegan-friendly option, try out Donna Jean! This Valley eatery offers a variety of comfort foods, all 100% vegan plus several gluten-free options as well. For $35 you get a salad of your choice, one of their pasta or pizza dishes (we recommend the "Thunderkiss" pizza or the handmade lasagna), then indulge in something sweet like their cast iron snickerdoodle or the blackberry cheesecake.
West Adams | $35 Per Person
Photo: Bacari West Adams
The West Adams iteration of classy Mediterranean bistro Bacari is offering a $35 meal with several options to suit whatever you’re in the mood for. Start with either their house-baked baguette or their house-cured olives, then pick any two items from their “cicchetti” menu which includes options like: noa’s cauliflower, asian pear and brie pizza, or their Bacari burger, and you can end the night with either of their dessert options: bread pudding or malabi.
Santa Monica | $45 Per Person
Photo: The Surfing Fox via Instagram
Santa Monica’s own The Surfing Fox has a Dine LA menu which highlights both new additions and fan favorites, including newcomers street corn focaccia with cotija, tajin and chipotle butter and the seasonally inspired spring pea falafel with Thai green curry and cucumber salad. Check out guest-favorites kale salad (with cotija, local avocado and a pepita vinaigrette) or the grilled mahi fish tacos.
Eataly
Century City
LA Pizza & La Pasta: $35
Capri: $45 Per Person
Terra: $65+ Per Person (2-person minimum)
Photo: Eataly via Instagram
All three of the Eataly establishments are participating in Dine LA! Capri's offering a 3-course menu with your choice of several antipasti, piatti options, and a panna cotta fruit dessert. If you want a bit more upscale variety, try Terra upstairs, where their Dine LA Tasting Menu features six Italian dishes served family style, ideal for larger parties. If you’re looking for something less costly, La Pizza & La Pasta is offering $35 dinner or $25 lunch specials; the perfect option to wine and dine a client over lunch.
Downtown LA | $55 Per Person
Photo: Cabra via Instagram
Going out with a large group or on a nice date? Peruvian joint Cabra is the perfect dinner spot. For $55 per person you can enjoy their Dinner to Share menu, which features their avocado dip to start and a selection of second, third, and fourth course options like the chorizo skewers, the sweet corn and choclo, or the wood-fired skirt steak, as well as decadent dessert options. Every two guests are allowed 1 choice per course.
Burbank | $55 Per Person
Photo: Castaway via Instagram
Who doesn’t love a good dinner and a great view? You can get both at Castaway in Burbank. For just $55 you can try a sizable selection of all they have to offer. Start off with appetizers like their famous truffle popcorn chicken. Follow up by indulging in one of their diverse main course options like the dry-aged ribeye, the Icelandic salmon, or the wild mushroom pappardelle pasta. Finally satisfy your sweet tooth with either the chocolate lava cake or the key lime pie. This meal is sure to leave you satisfied as you look out onto the Burbank skyline.
West Hollywood | $65+ Per Person
Photo: Toca Madera's Truffle Quesadilla, credit TJ Perez
This Mexico City-inspired steakhouse will be offering a $65 per person menu (a value of up to $106) that includes a starter, salad, entree, and dessert. They offer a huge variety of elevated Mexican dishes to choose from including chicken al pastor; a taco trio of chicken, seabass, and carne asada; enchiladas; their guacamole with plantain chips; and much more. Enjoy a perfect blend of authenticity and class for a great price at Toca Madera.
