HAPPY HOUR
Poolside at Avalon
Avalon
Topping off your afternoon sipping a refreshing beverage by the pool is a rare weekday treat, and the Avalon is happy to facilitate your escape. Indulge in tonno piccante, spicy yellowfin tuna over crispy risotto, or the too good to resist pizzetta afumicata with grand padano fondue, smoked mozzarella, truffle honey, and arugula.
9400 W. Olympic Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310/277.5221
avalon-hotel.com/beverly-hills
Happy Hours: 3-6pm, M-F
Faith and Flower
Since opening in early 2014, Faith and Flower’s under-the-radar social hour has quickly become an unsung Downtown favorite. Enjoy $1 oysters, $8 specialty cocktails, $5 deviled Jidori kimchi eggs, $6 duck liver mousse tarts, and $10 margherita pizza.
705 W. 9th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213/239.0642
faithandflowerla.com
Happy Hours: 5-6:30pm, Su-Th
The bar at Faith & Flower
The Lab
Admire the copper fermentation vessels that align the interior and come by from 3-6pm any day for homemade hummus, street tacos, mushroom flatbread, soft pretzel with cheese fondue and mustard or chicken wings. Live music fills the room up to four times a week.
30105 Agoura Rd.
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
818/735.0091
labbrewingco.com
Happy Hours: 3-6pm, Daily
A flight at The Lab
Spago
Stop by after dinner for Spago’s signature “Reverse Happy Hour,” and enjoy special prices on favorites like the Duke of Earl – Earl Grey tea infused gin, lemon juice, and egg whites. Nibble on Chinese steamed bao buns with glazed short ribs. Available only at the bar.
176 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310/385.0880
wolfgangpuck.com
Happy Hours: 9-11pm, Tu-Sa
Bao Buns at Spago
BUSINESS LUNCH
Los Angeles comes alive at lunch time. Discover novel places that are guaranteed to bring renewed inspiration to your midday hour.
A Burger and fries, Michael Mina style
Bourbon Steak
This new restaurant is all glam with rich leather and brushed metals. The tuna tartare is unique and refreshing with asian pear, a quail egg, pine nuts, and mint. Wood-fired steaks and skewers are a great pick for lunch and come with one of Mina’s signature sides.
237 S Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91210
818/839.4130
michaelmina.net
Sicilian style Seabass
Ristorante Al Mare
Finally, a restaurant on the pier that is worth visiting. Choose from many different paninis served on their homemade Ciabatta bread or an array of fresh seafood, pastas, and pizzas. All served with priceless views of the Pacific.
250 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310/458.4448
ristorantealmare.com
The action behind the counter is never ending
Sasabune
This low-key sushi spot finally opened a Beverly Hills’ location and serves some of the best sushi in LA. The $25 chirashi lunch set is a steal, as is the $35 Sasabune lunch set with seven pieces of the chef’s choice nigiri, hand roll, sashimi salad, miso soup, and refreshing lychee sorbet.
9162 W Olympic Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310/859.3878
sushisasabune.tumblr.com
The interior at The Wallace
The Wallace
This rustic but gorgeous new space focuses on seasonal produce with artful presentations and creative cocktails. Lunchtime here is peaceful; dishes like farro salad with spinach, roasted pumpkin and cranberry are über comforting.
3833 Main St.
Culver City, CA 90232
310/202.6400
thewallacela.com
