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Photo courtesy of Wonho Frank Lee
71 Above
Cuisine: American
10Best Says
71 Above, aptly named for it's location on the 71st floor of downtown LA's U.S. Bank building, is the restaurant that this city has been lacking. With 360-degree views that stretch from the valley to... Read More
71 Above, aptly named for it's location on the 71st floor of downtown LA's U.S. Bank building, is the restaurant that this city has been lacking. With 360-degree views that stretch from the valley to the beach to east L.A. (on a clear day), the floor-to-ceiling windows give you a glimpse of the constant buzz of the city. The menu, which changes seasonally, is a prix fix three-course meal ($70 per person) with approximately five choices per course, not including dessert or beverages. Chef Vartan Abgaryan and his team in the kitchen are churning out well-balanced, creative dishes in portion sizes that don't overwhelm. There are also chef's tables facing the kitchen (but the window views!) if you'd rather see where the culinary magic happens.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Wendy O'Dea
Los Angeles Local Expert
- New and Popular Restaurants: "Make a deposit (when you make your reservation) to guarantee a window table because the views will be what you remember most. The deposit will be applied to your check total so you won't be out any extra cash."
- Best for New and Popular Restaurants Because: The gasp-worthy views, the food, the cocktails, and the service: all stellar.
