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TANDOORI NIGHTS8165 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood(213) 848-8626

For six years, Tandoori Nights has satisfied the curry cravings of its loyal WeHo patrons. House favorites include tender lamb tandoori ($9.95), marinated in spiced yogurt and cooked in traditional clay ovens till it melts in your mouth, and the vegetable aloo gobi ($6.95), with cauliflower and potatoes cooked in yellow curry sauce. All entrees can be spiced to order - mild, medium or fire-breathing hot - and are served with basmati rice and soup with plenty of poppadums and savory mint chutney. Lunch and dinner seven days. Beer and wine; takeout; delivery; catering; parking. AE, MC, V.

TAKA SUSHI1345 Second St., Santa Monica(310) 394-6540

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Tandoori Nights

8165 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90046-4912

Category: Restaurant > Indian

Region: Hollywood

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Taka Sushi

1345 Second St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Category: Restaurant > Asian

Region: Santa Monica

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Tamara's Tamale

13352 W. Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90066-5108

Category: Restaurant > Fast Food

Region: Venice/ Marina del Rey

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Toi

7505 W. Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Category: Bars and Clubs

Region: West Hollywood

Twin Palms

101 W. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91105

Category: Bars and Clubs

Region: Pasadena and vicinity

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Ziomara

69 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103-3919

Category: Restaurant > Caribbean

Region: Pasadena and vicinity

Yabu

521 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Category: Restaurant > Japanese

Region: West Hollywood

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Yangtze

1333 Third St. Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Category: Restaurant > Asian

Region: Santa Monica

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Ye Olde King's Head Pub

116 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Category: Bars and Clubs

Region: Santa Monica

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Tucked within an archway on Second Street, Taka Sushi is close to the bustle and allure of Third Street yet is far enough away to avoid the ogling eyes of curious pedestrians. Feast upon a variety of fresh marine creations, from the crab-filled spider rolls ($12.50 for four pieces) to the exotic Second Street rolls (tempura eel wrapped with cucumber rather than seaweed, $12.50 for five). Two laser shows light up the restaurant nightly, pulsing to music by the Bangles and others. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner seven nights. Beer and wine; takeout; valet parking; reservations suggested. AE, CB, DC, DIS, MC, V.

TAMARA'S TAMALES13352 Washington Blvd., Marina del Rey1-888-T-TAMALE

Tamara's is not just a restaurant but an institution where the delicate art of cooking tamales has been perfected. The menu lists some 30-plus varieties of tamales, so making a choice isn't easy. The Greek tamale with goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, olives and roasted pine nuts ($3) is wildly popular with the regulars. For the health-conscious there are fat-free versions available. The tamales are cheaper by the dozen, so buy large for your next party. Breakfast, lunch and dinner six days. Mon.-Sat. Beer and wine; takeout; catering; parking. AE, MC, V.

3606290 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood(323) 461-8600

You get a spectacular view of the city when you dine at 360. Reminiscent of old Hollywood, the lighting is dim and the seating cozy and sumptuous. The menu features American classics like buttermilk fried chicken with mmm!-mashed potatoes ($14), porterhouse steak ($25) and the bacon-wrapped 360 meatloaf ($15). Spend the evening! The 360 lounge stays open till 2 a.m., often with a DJ or live jazz. Lunch and dinner seven days. Full bar; takeout; catering; valet parking; reservations suggested. AE, MC, V.

TOI ON WILSHIRE7505 1/2 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood(323) 874-8062TOI ON WILSHIRE1120 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica(310) 394-7804

Where else can you recline on leopard-print cushions surrounded by psychedelic rock posters, and enjoy yellow curry at 4 a.m. in L.A.? Toi must have raided Elvis' living room, Angelyne's boudoir and Hendrix's rumpus room for its decor. Dishes like Thai spaghetti (spicy egg noodles with chicken and shrimp) or eggplant pumpkin tofu (both $6.95) are enduring favorites, and you might run into some of L.A.'s rockers enjoying them after a late night gig. Lunch and dinner seven days. Beer, wine, champagne and sake; takeout; delivery; parking. AE, DIS, MC, V.

TOMMY TANG'S7313 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood(323) 937-5733

Tommy Tang's has been around since 1982, and still serves some of the best Thai food in town. The mix of traditional Thai and Western influences has resulted in tasty creations like the spicy Thai linguini with grilled veggies and lemon-grass tomato puree ($8.95) and the Tiger Eye Roll (squid with salmon and avocado, $8), done up by a team of sushi chefs more international than the U.N. Not your run-of-the-mill, library-quiet Thai place; Tommy's rocks. Lunch and dinner seven days. Beer and wine; takeout; delivery; catering; valet parking; reservations suggested; AE, DC, MC, V.

TWIN PALMS101 W. Green St., Pasadena(626) 577-2567

Though about 20 miles from the sand, Twin Palms is the ultimate in California coast cuisine. On their rustic patio, you can dine under the stars and the ancient palms that gave the place it's name four years ago. Pop in after a UCLA game or a visit to the Norton Simon for a Warmed Sonoma Goat Cheese Salad ($6.50), Filet Mignon ($28.95) or Roasted Double Chicken Breast ($12.50). Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner seven nights, brunch Sun. Full bar; takeout; catering; valet parking; reservations suggested. AE, DC, DIS, MC, V.

URBAN EPICURIA8315 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood(213) 848-8411

Come to Urban Epicuria and experience "the new way to shop for fresh meals." This is a gourmet take-away market that specializes in contemporary American cuisine. Drop in and try the eggplant rollatini ($5.50/lb.) or stuffed Portabella mushrooms ($12.50/lb.). If the hungries really got ya, the grilled veal chops ($12/lb.), salmon wrapped in banana leaves ($15.50/lbs.) or U.E.'s own home-style meatloaf ($9/lb.) are winning choices. A large assortment of side dishes, desserts and sandwiches is also available, and there's plenty of freshly baked breads. Open seven days. Parking. AE, MC, V.

WOODFIRE CAFE AND BAKERY10401 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles(310) 234-3300

The smoky sweetness emanating from the brick oven at Woodfire smells like California.dreamin. Indeed, this place puts some flavor back into healthy, Southwestern cuisine., The Spinach-Mushroom Lasagna($7.50) is a great post-workout or post-hangover, and so is the BBQ Chicken Pizza ($ 10.77-1681) rivals that of another pizza joint we know. And stop by for breakfast after picking up a Weekly next door at Al's Newsstand. Lunch and dinner seven days. No alcohol; takeout; delivery; catering. AE, MC, V.