Trendy LA restaurants make for delicious weekend

By Helena Heslov, Staff Writer

March 19, 2015

Made by Helena Heslov ’16 using Piktochart.

The most popular restaurants in Los Angeles consist of fun vibes, excellent service and delicious food. Although we all have our favorite restaurants that we eat at regularly, it is always fun to venture out and try something new.

The Chocolate Soufflé topped with vanilla ice cream is one of the many desserts one will find on the dessert menu. Photographer: Helena Heslov '16 — The Chocolate Soufflé topped with vanilla ice cream is one of the many desserts one will find on the dessert menu. Photographer: Helena Heslov ’16

The Huntley Penthouse

With a view of Santa Monica and beyond, The Penthouse provides an upbeat vibe for a dinner with friends on a Saturday night. They serve a variety of flavorful dishes, from their Tuna Tar Tar to their Welsh Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese.

Located on Second St. in Santa Monica on the 18th floor of the Huntley Hotel, The Penthouse is a very popular place for locals and travelers alike. Although it is almost always necessary to make a reservation, the food is worth the effort.

Location: 1111 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90403, (310) 394-5454

Zinque

Including an outdoor fireplace and patio strung with lights, Zinque’s atmosphere makes for the ultimate Sunday brunch.

Zinque has locations in West Hollywood and Venice and was voted LA Weekly’s 2014 Best Day-To-Night Restaurant. Something as simple as their Burger and Fries will leave one feeling eager to come back.

Location 1: 8684 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, (424) 284-3930

Location 2: 600 Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, (310) 437-0970

Gjelina

Open from 8 a.m. to midnight every day, Gjelina is one of the most eclectic restaurants in Los Angeles. With both indoor and outdoor seating, the exciting atmosphere provides a rustic yet modern vibe.

“It’s a great place to hold a birthday lunch or dinner. Their best dessert is definitely their Butterscotch Pot de Crème,” Grace Brown ’16 said.

Location: 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, (310) 450-1429

Gracias Madre

Located on Melrose Ave. in West Hollywood, Gracias Madre serves organic, vegan and vegetarian Mexican food. Chandra Gilbert, the head chef of the restaurant, was finally able to fulfill her dream of opening a vegan Mexican restaurant when Gracias Madre first opened in San Francisco in 2009.

According to the Gracias Madre website, the “plant-based” restaurant will cure your spicy cravings.

They are famous for their Snow-Cone drink that pairs perfectly with their Tacos a la Carta.

Location: 8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, (323) 978-2170

About the Contributor

Helena Heslov, Staff Writer

Helena Heslov graduated in 2016. She became a member of the Oracle staff in 2013 and was the Lifestyle editor for the first three quarters of 2014-2015. She was a staff writer during her senior year. She is an excited student who is eager to learn and has a passion for fashion. She loves helping out the community, which is why she was a member of Archer’s Community Service Board.

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Michael Heslov • May 12, 2015 at 1:49 pm

I love all those restaurants !


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Brian Wogensen • Mar 20, 2015 at 12:19 pm

Nice tips for eats, Helena. Gjelina, Gjelina, Gjelina!


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