415353 Tue Jun 26 12:11:21 -0700 2007 4 2 Los Angeles Area 0 2696131 Having a business lunch and need a place near Sunset and Doheny. Really good food a must and, hopefully, a quiet-ish place for discussion. Any thoughts? Tue Jun 26 12:11:21 -0700 2007 61011 herculesmulligan 1 2696156 Talesai is closest but (depending on how authentic you like Thai food to be) only OK. Madeo on Beverly is good and can be quiet-ish but I am not sure if oopen for lunch. Tue Jun 26 12:17:10 -0700 2007 2696131 11732 Ciao Bob 2 2696368 Madeo is open for lunch--a great suggestion. Wonderful pasta. I had a business lunch there a few weeks ago; you can get a booth where you will have relative quiet. Be aware, though, that the prices are the same as on the dinner menu, so it won't be cheap. Tue Jun 26 12:58:36 -0700 2007 2696156 14520 Cucinamore 1 2697480 Regarding proximity.... Blowfish Sushi is close to the corner of Sunset and Doheny. Average sushi by all accounts but cool ambiance. Hamburger Hamlet is also close right there. say what you will about the food...love the taproom. Dark and clubby. Tue Jun 26 18:11:54 -0700 2007 2696131 72480 mostlybored 1 2698036 I'd consider going to the Gardens or even the Cafe at the Four Seasons. The Little Next Door though not very upscale is good, or even The Little Door Boa Steakhouse is a little farther down Sunset at La Cienaga, as is Vivoli Cafe, which I like a lot It may seem heresy, but despite the price, I think Kate Mantilini is good for a business lunch. Tue Jun 26 21:55:43 -0700 2007 2696131 15572 Emme