Dining

El Floridita

1253 N. Vine St. (323)871-8612. Nestled in the heart of Hollywood with live salsa music nights, dinner and dancing. Offers a wide range of Cuban delicacies to please the palate including, but not limited to, Moros and Cristianos, Mojo de Ajo, Plantanos, Ropa Vieja and Arroz con Pollo, Yuca con Mojo, Camarones al Ajillo, Pierna de Puerco, and vegetarian dishes. www.elfloridita.com

Osteria Mamma

Osteria Mamma

5732 Melrose Ave. (323)284-7060. 

This true Italian trattoria features gnocchi, pastas and other "heavenly" treats and everyone's treated like family. Mamma Loredana puts a lot of love into her homemade fare from the Veneto region along with a vast selection of Italian wines and everyone’s treated like family. Hours Mon-Thurs 11:30am-9:45pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 5pm-9:45pm. www,osteriamamma.com

Miceli’s

1646 N. Las Palmas Ave. (323) 466-3438. Hollywood’s oldest Italian Restaurant. Owned and Operated by the Miceli Family since 1949. Lunch. Dinner. Take-out. Free delivery. Banquet Facilities. Full Bar. Live Piano. Singing Servers. www.micelisrestaurant.com

Dresden Restaurant

Dresden Restaurant 

1760 N. Vermont Ave., 323 665 4294  

An iconic, family-owned, Hollywood landmark since 1954 features “Certified Angus Beef” and a wide selection of traditional entrees. Classic bar. Dinner hours, Wed-Sat 5-10; Sun, 5-9 www.thedresden.com

Musso & Frank Grill

Musso & Frank Grill 

6667 Hollywood Blvd. (323) 467-7788. 

Once you savor the superior food and drink, soak in the unparalleled history, you’ll understand why tastemakers and power brokers keep coming back. Ready to be wowed by legendary service and savoir-faire? Step into our door and into another time. New private dining rooms. Tue-Sat 5pm-11pm. Sun 4-10pm. Closed Mon. www.mussoandfrank.com

Pink’s Hot Dogs

Pink’s Hot Dogs

709 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles. (323) 931-4223. 

  The ultimate Mom and Pop hot dog stand. It's a Hollywood love story, starting with Paul & Betty Pink selling hot dogs from a cart on a neighborhood street corner at La Brea & Melrose in 1939. Pink’s is renowned for its delicious variety of hot dogs and hamburgers, huge portions, and affordable prices. Its historic, fun atmosphere is considered a quintessential Hollywood experience, particularly for the late-night club crowd. Hours: Sun-Thurs 9:30am-11pm, Fri-Sat 9:30am-1am. www.pinkshollywood.com

Palermo Italian Restaurant

Palermo Italian Restaurant

1858 N Vermont Ave., (323)663 1178. 

World Famous Palermo Italian Restaurant specializes in crafting mouth-watering Italian cuisine and providing superb customer service. Meals are prepared fresh to order and made with pride. Order online for delivery or pickup. Hours 11am-9:30pm; closed Mon & Tues. www.palermorestuarant.net

25 Degrees

7000 Hollywood Blvd. 
(323)785-7244. 

Hands down the best burger on the Boulevard! Menu fills every craving from rancher’s eggs and griddle favorities in the morning to draft beers and spiked shakes at night. Grab a plush leather booth or bar seating. Open 7am-10pm; breakfast til 11 am; limited all day menu. Delivery available. www.thehollywoodroosevelt.com/about/food-drink/25-degrees

RDEN Bar & Restaurant

6280 Hollywood BLVD

Shirley Brasserie

7000 Hollywood Blvd.  (323)769-8888. A new brasserie in the historic Hollywood Roosevelt hotel blends old-world ambiance with contemporary sophistication. Enjoy a warm and inviting open-air kitchen dining experience. shirleyreservations@hollywoodroosevelt.com