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jkate Aug 4, 2006 02:13 AM

Nice dinner with dad?

My dad is in town and interested in a dinner in a quieter restaurant for friday night. I am near LACMA but can travel. Any recs?

  1. chica Aug 9, 2006 07:05 AM

    Jar, Campanile, or Lucques for fine dining.

    There are many good French places in your area, but they can get a bit rowdy - save for Mimosa, which is known for its more authentic French food.

    Same with Italian. However, Ca'Brea is not too loud - I think it could work. It is a bit dark, but the food is hearty and fantastic, and it's practically right next to LACMA.

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      ostudio Aug 8, 2006 02:36 AM

      need alittle more info...somewhere expensive and special, or casual?

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        foodie5 Aug 8, 2006 01:38 AM

        il sole on sunset..nice italian intimate atomosphere

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          Alice Aug 4, 2006 06:25 AM

          Luna Park on La Brea
          Campanile on La Brea

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          1. re: Alice
            Debbie W Aug 4, 2006 04:58 PM

            Luna Park would hardly qualify as "quieter" per the original request. Quite the opposite.

          2. Amanda Enclade Aug 4, 2006 03:30 AM

            How about Girasole on Larchmont? good italian food, small and intimate. I think it may be BYOB. Be sure to reserve a table, just to be safe.

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