Part high-end butcher shop, part steakhouse, MICHELIN-Starred Gwen is a celebration of all things meat, thanks to celebrity chef Curtis Stone and his brother Luke Stone. Grab a seat in the dramatic dining room surrounded by glass-enclosed dry-age rooms and a central fire pit for roasting premium cuts. Choose from the chef’s five-course tasting or à la carte menus, with standout dishes like housemade charcuterie, pasta with bacon Bolognese, and a 30-day aged Creekstone Farm ribeye.

Legendary chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s The Rooftop Beverly Hills is a stunning garden-like oasis located on the 12th floor of the Waldorf Astoria. Expect cozy, low-slung sofas, a lively scene, and crowd-pleasing Thai-, Japanese-, and Korean-inspired fare along with American classics—think build-your-own sushi rolls, shrimp tempura tacos, and a lobster roll with yuzu chili. Come at sunset hour to sip cocktails and take in panoramic views of the iconic Hollywood skyline.

Located inside Rodeo Collection, The Hideaway is a modern Mexican restaurant in the heart of Beverly Hills. The stunning Hollywood-meets-Baja design goes all in on terracotta and stucco accents. The best seats are on the colorful patio with a centerpiece fireplace, wrought-iron furniture, and hanging plants. Enjoy a feast of fancy steak and seafood with a Mexican twist—think grilled branzino topped with salsa and lobster tempura with chipotle aioli.

Open since 1938, iconic Lawry’s The Prime Rib is where you go for luxe steak and seafood in an elegant, throwback setting, complete with cozy leather booths and parquet floors. Enjoy premium prime rib rolled out in shiny carts, then sliced and served tableside by theatrical servers wearing chef’s toques. Classic side dishes like creamed spinach and over-sized, ice-cold martinis add to the old-school vibe.

Brazilian import Fogo de Chão is known for the art of churrasco—grilling high-quality meats over open flames. Feast on all-you-can-eat lamb chops, bone-in ribeye, and more, carved to order in the energetic dining room with gilded accents and a two-story wine tower. Or opt for one of the equally stellar seafood or vegan dishes. Add in an 8,000-bottle wine collection and festive South American-leaning cocktails, and you have all the makings for a fancy night out.

Steak 48 – Beverly Hills is a favorite for its glamorous atmosphere and top-notch steaks, wet-aged and hand-cut on site. Grab one of the glass-lined booths for a front-row seat to the kitchen, or settle into the lush poolside patio. Start with caviar service or a seafood tower from the raw bar before moving on to the main event—decadent meats like a wine-fed A5 kobe steak. A pitch-perfect wine list and exceptional service make this a special-occasion destination.

The Terrace at The Maybourne Beverly Hills is one of the city’s most stunning al fresco restaurants. Linger over a glass of wine from the California-leaning list or a cocktail (try the pink peppercorn martini) paired with elegant plates like charcoal-grilled prawns and housemade pastas on the expansive patio overlooking the hotel’s manicured lawn. Or book the restaurant’s beloved afternoon tea service, starring fancy canapés like a caviar-topped cauliflower panna-cotta and sweet treats.

Celebrity favorite Mastro’s Steakhouse is the ultimate Beverly Hills destination for top-tier steak and seafood. Start with caviar-topped oysters, seafood towers, or sushi before digging into premium seafood and steaks like a 32-ounce Snake River Farms tomahawk chop. Dial up the wow factor by booking a table on the glitzy third-floor penthouse, complete with a Veuve Clicquot bottle display and an outdoor balcony with prime Beverly Hills views.

Packed since it opened in 1974, Mr. Chow – Beverly Hills pioneered LA’s Chinese fine-dining scene. From the smartly-dressed servers to the elegant black-and-white dining room, every detail in the restaurant screams old-school Beverly Hills. Standout dishes include the Beijing duck served tableside along with faithfuls like noodles, dumplings, and satays. Family-style sides and creative cocktails like a lychee martini make this an ideal spot for large groups and milestone celebrations.

Il Pastaio is a quintessential neighborhood trattoria—if that neighborhood is Beverly Hills. Led by renowned Sicilian chef Giacomino Drago, the kitchen whips up Italian standards to perfection—think arrabiata pasta, fettuccine bolognese, and arancini. Whether seated in the cozy dining room decked with string lights or on the charming, greenery-strewn patio, the restaurant’s exceptional service and knockout wine list make this a place you’ll want to return to again and again.