Best Dine LA Deals – Staff Picks
Dine LA a.k.a. Restaurant Week is a magnificent culinary event takes place twice a year and features over two hundred restaurants. About fifty or so Michelin restaurants also participate. The event offers the public a chance to try out new restaurants for a discounted rate. Here are some staff picks for the Best Dine LA Deals. Hop to it kids…the reservations book up!
Best Dine LA Deals

Xuntos in Santa Monica
Located in Santa Monica, Xuntos is a relatively new hot spot (2023). It participates in this year’s Dine LA with pintxos, tapas, seafood as well as veggies. Moreover, it offers exclusive selections from the specialty Dine LA menu. It’s a fantastic way to try out the restaurant, as it includes every dish on the menu. Of course wine pairing is available as well. Xuntos, 516 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 90401; https://www.barxuntos.com/
Citrin in Santa Monica
Also in the area, the popular restaurant Citrin of Citrin & Mélisse offers a four-course dinner for Dine LA. The Michelin-starred Chef Josiah Citrin always creates a fantastic menu for Dine LA. Citrin & Mélisse was also featured in our Celebrate Bastille Day in LA article.

Citrin is located on the southeast corner of Wilshire Blvd and 11th St. Enter through the red door off of 11th St under the awning. Citrin and Mélisse, 1104 Wilshire Blvd Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401; https://www.citrinandmelisse.com
Charcoal Venice
Also owned by Chef Josiah Citrin, Charcoal Venice is an excellent restaurant. This backyard BBQ inspired family-style steakhouse opened n 2015 and grills just about everything. The restaurant will once again be participating in Dine LA. Visit the Dine LA drop-down, under the Menus Page for all the details. The restaurant, situated in the bottom of the Marina Towers building, is technically located on the Marina Del Rey side of the Venice/MDR border. Charcoal Venice, 425 W. Washington Blvd., Venice, 90292; https://www.charcoalvenice.com

Lumiere Brasserie in Century City
For classic French fare with a SoCal twist head to Lumiere Brasserie at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Executive Chef Ramon Bojorquez makes excellent use of locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Or just come out for a cocktail. Lumière After Dark features DJs and also specialty drinks. The restaurant is located in the Fairmont Century Plaza. On the website’s homepage, you’ll find a Dine LA prix fix menu whenever it’s happening. Lumiere Brasserie, Fairmont Century Plaza, 2025 Avenue of the Stars, LA, CA, 90067; https://www.lumierebrasserie.com/
Tonchin in Larchmont
The same year that Tonchin opened in 2023, it began participating in Dine LA. Known for its noodles, the Tokyo-based ramen chain has its own noodle making room. Furthermore, the open air design makes for a comfortable Southern California eatery. They are offering great deals for lunch as well as dinner as listed on the Dine LA website (below). Tonchin, 5665 Melrose Ave., LA, CA, 90038; https://www.tonchinus.com

Cabra Los Angeles, DTLA
In the Downtown Fashion District, Cabra Los Angeles offers stunning rooftop views in addition to culinary creations from Chef Stephanie Izard, who you may recognize from Top Chef. She and her partners, Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, have created a romantic setting to partake in an amazing dinner of Peruvian cuisine. Cabra Los Angeles, 1060 S. Broadway, LA. CA 90015; https://www.cabralosangeles.com
Well that’s our Staff Picks List for the top Dine LA Deals. Be sure to check the individual restaurant websites as well as the Dine LA site. You will find lunch and dinner prices. Just be aware, sometimes the discounts are just a minor percentage at an exceptional restaurant, while other restaurants make it really worth your while. Have fun and enjoy! https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/dinela
To find out additional info about restaurants see our Staff Picks Dining & Drinking. Or read read our Restaurant Wine Reviews.