66643 Mon Feb 14 08:21:52 -0800 2005 2 2 Los Angeles Area 0 360592 Did a search and couldn't find any info; maybe didn't go back far enough. Anyhow, NYC friend visiting this week, never been to LA!!, and we'll be in the Malibu area. I'd been to Granita a few months back, early weekday evening, food was pretty good, service was excellent. Prices fair. Any place else I should consider for an early 7pm Thursday dinner? I know my friend would like to go to a WP place. Also, she's more of a foodie than a chowhound, and likes meat. Suggestions? Thought it might be too cold to sit outside at Inn of the 7th Ray; and I usually find their food disappointing. Mon Feb 14 08:21:52 -0800 2005 0 ciao ny 1 360594 Granita is your best choice, esp since thursday is their chop night with a special grill menu and sides to accompany it. Mon Feb 14 10:27:42 -0800 2005 360592 0 misomom 2 360834 Thanks. Can't wait, and I've made a 7pm reservation. They're usually closed Mondays, but were open tonight for V-Day. Receptionist said they'd be open on Mondays now if it's a holiday. Tue Feb 15 06:31:35 -0800 2005 360594 0 ciao ny