Camélia

The 15 Best Date Night Restaurants In Los Angeles - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"It’s normal to want to one-up your last date night, but using a Groupon on a trapeze class isn’t everyone’s idea of romance. Sometimes a sophisticated dinner is all you need, like one at Camelia. This French-Japanese brasserie in the Arts District from the Tsubaki people emits a sultry glow and is the kind of spot where a “nice sport coat” feels appropriate. Sultry doesn’t translate to stuffym though. The early 2000s hip-hop playlist bounces off the wood paneling, the staff sneak in jokes with every menu suggestion, and the French-leaning menu features clever Japanese twists, like a croque madame stuffed with ham katsu and juicy roast chicken in seaweed cream. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - sylvio martins, brant cox, cathy park