When we called information today for the number to Wolfgang's Steakhouse on Canon Drive in Beverly Hills, the operator connected us to Mastro's. The New York importis just a few blocks from Mastro's and Spago, and people think Cut moved when their friends say, "Hey, let's check out Wolfgang's Steakhouse on Canon." The confusion isn't surprising. But surely this town is big enough for two Wolfgang's, and hopefully your wallet and gullet are big enough for the jumbo everything (shrimp or crabmeat cocktails, lobster, baked potatoes), the steaks for two, three or four, the wines. There's a nice big bar, private dining rooms, tables with perfect sightlines to see who's who, where and with whom, and as noted above, a little patio out front. But why go here instead of all the others? "The porterhouse," we're told. "Don't miss." Dinner this week only; lunch starts on Monday. (445 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0640)
Joining the NY-to-LA steakhouse fray is Wolfgang's Steakhouse, which, ironically, replaces the tofu emporium Umenohana in Beverly Hills. Even more ironic, it's on Canon Drive, just a few blocks from Spago, but it's not a Puck restaurant, and get it straight now: It's not Wolfgang Puck's steakhouse either. (We'll have to call Cut "Wolfie's steakhouse.") Owner Wolfgang Zwiener opened Wolfgang's Steakhouse on Park Avenue after working at New York's other venerable steakhouse Peter Luger for years. Our Eater cohorts say about Wolfgang's: "Arguably the best porterhouse steak in Manhattan. Only second to Luger in the city." The room, we hear, is reminiscent of the Tribeca location (pictured). We got a tip that Wolfgang's will open on May 1, and not only did we confirm, but we found out reservation lines are open. (445 N. Canon Dr, 310.385.0640)
· Wolfgang's Steakhouse, Not Wolfgang's Steakhouse [~ELA~]
It was difficult to really see the space at the preview party, so now a nice clean look at Laurent Tourondel's BLT Steak. Le Dome's walls, dark corners and red carpeting have thankfully been replaced with walnut floors, comfortable banquettes, big booths, which means no place to hide. And with BLT's popularity in New York and the Strip's need for something a bit more sophisticated than, say, Saddle Ranch, the scene could be an interesting one to watch unfold. LA needs another steakhouse like it needs another car on the road, but considering the location, the patio and those freakin' popovers, BLT has its place. The porterhouse for two might have something to do with it, too, or the French accent here and there, the seasonality (full menu here). Once Tourondel and the corporate chefs head off to open another BLT something somewhere, chef Noah Rosen (Minibar, Wilshire) will be left to his own devices. Managing partner Brad Johnson, not unknown to the Strip (he was a partner in the Roxbury in the 80s), will keep an eye on things. Previous coverage, and more on Tourondel here.
BLT Steak Second coming of Tourondel, more steak
8720 Sunset Blvd., WeHo, 310.360.1950 Dinner nightly
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Joining the NY-to-LA steakhouse fray is Wolfgang's Steakhouse, which, ironically, 
