The Biggest LA Restaurant Openings to Know in 2023 - Eater LA
"Esplette took over the shuttered Jean-Georges space at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills on May 12. At the helm is chef Steve Benjamin, whose resume includes L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon in Las Vegas before joining the Waldorf Astoria team in 2017. The restaurant is fully European-focused with a name that reflects that emphasis (the espelette pepper hails from Southwest France). Benjamin’s menu has a raw bar, caviar options, a langoustine papillote, and salads. The team also makes use of the wood grill for branzino, chicken, and wagyu. Drinks include craft cocktails with ingredients tied to the European coast, as well as an extensive wine list." - Eater Staff
