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17 Restaurants to Order Celebratory Holiday Takeout in LA

Wok-fired lobsters, roasted prime rib, truffle pasta, and more

by Cathy Chaplin and Farley Elliott
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by Cathy Chaplin and Farley Elliott

For those looking to splurge safely this holiday season, consider ordering a fancy dinner to-go instead of spending hours in the kitchen cooking some long, difficult meal. From Peking duck to souped-up bento boxes, tubs of gumbo, and pasta with truffles, here now are 17 restaurants open for celebratory takeout this holiday season around greater Los Angeles.

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101 North Eatery & Bar

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101 North Eatery is offering a traditional menu that includes beef tenderloin and lots of roasted vegetables, or an all-vegan option with lasagna. Both run $75 per person. 

30760 Russell Ranch Rd suite d, Westlake Village, CA 91362
(805) 852-1588
(805) 852-1588

Odyssey Restaurant

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Valley staple Odyssey is offering a variety of holiday meal options, from salmon to roast turkey and roasted prime rib. Each comes with the usual sides and options to add on wine and more.

15600 Odyssey Dr, Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 366-6444
(818) 366-6444

Robin Hood British Pub

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Longtime pub hangout the Robin Hood in Sherman Oaks is continuing its tradition of holiday turkey dinners, only this time the meals will only be available for takeaway. Just be sure to order them ahead of time, because the pub is closed on Christmas day.

13640 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
(818) 994-6045
(818) 994-6045

n/naka

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Chefs Niki Nakayama and Carole Iida-Nakayama partnered with Dom Pérignon to offer two celebratory bento packages this holiday season. The $315 Ekiben package includes two bentos and a bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2009, while the $615 Jubako package includes two bentos and a bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2000 Plénitude 2.

3455 Overland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 836-6252
(310) 836-6252

Gracias Madre

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Chef Mario Alberto is serving vegan savory and sweet tamales to-go priced at $48 a dozen with flavors like rosemary-sage and turmeric-thyme. Pre-order on Gracias Madre’s website by December 20 and pick up on December 23.

8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 978-2170
(323) 978-2170

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Pasta Sisters

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For fresh pasta this holiday season, look no further than Pasta Sisters. Holiday specials include scratch-made tortellini and truffle ravioli. Pastas are available for pick-up via ChowNow, delivery via Postmates, or in-store in Culver City.

 

3280 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA 90232
(424) 603-4503
(424) 603-4503

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The Front Yard

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North Hollywood’s Front Yard isn’t doing any dining on its expansive patio this year, but diners can still grab to-go food as part of a large $165 menu that includes cheddar biscuits, filet medallions, dessert, and more.

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 255-7290
(818) 255-7290

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Little Kingston Jamaican Restaurant

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Head to Little Kingston Jamaican Restaurant for ackee and saltfish, a traditional Jamaican breakfast that’s a holiday staple in many Caribbean households, along with curry goat, oxtails, and escovitch fish — whole fried fish in a vinegary pepper sauce.

4716 W Slauson Ave, Windsor Hills, CA 90056
(323) 295-5596
(323) 295-5596

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Gwen

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Gwen’s Christmas offering — a to-go feast of roasted pork loin, crushed parsnips, Parker House rolls, a yule log, and more — is priced at $120 per person and is available from December 19 to December 24.

6600 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 946-7500
(323) 946-7500

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Harold & Belle's

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Classic Jefferson Park restaurant Harold & Belle’s is doing a Cajun-themed holiday menu, with options for individual plates (at $35 per person) or large-format family combinations that run $200. Also on hand are 32 quarts of gumbo to feed a crowd.

2920 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 735-9023
(323) 735-9023

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Kali

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Kali is offering a prime rib dinner with classic sides like a wedge salad, creamed spinach, and roasted mushrooms. And for dessert, chocolate birthday cake. The $75 per person menu is available to order online.

5722 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 871-4160
(323) 871-4160

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All Day Baby

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All Day Baby’s Christmas Eve takeout menu is all about comfort and tradition. Proteins include smoked turkey breast and a pork knuckle with pineapple glaze, while sides span mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, brioche stuffing, and more. Pastry chef Thessa Diadem’s cinnamon rolls are a must for Christmas morning. Order by December 19 and pick up on December 24.

3200 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 741-0082
(323) 741-0082

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Rossoblu

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Rossoblu’s five-course Christmas dinner for two is priced at $158 and includes lasagna Bolognese, prime rib, a yule log, and more. Available for takeout only.

CITY MARKET SOUTH, 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 749-1099
(213) 749-1099

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Hayato

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Chef Brandon Go is offering souped-up sushi takeout for the month of December that’s priced at $340 and intended for two or more people. Order via Tock for pick up at 6 p.m. from Wednesday to Sunday.

1320 E 7th St #126, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 395-0607
(213) 395-0607

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Perle Restaurant

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At Pasadena newcomer Perle, chef Dean Yasharian is offering French classics to-go. Start with the house-made charcuterie, dive into some escargots, and don’t forget the pasta topped with black or white truffles.

43 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 460-8819
(626) 460-8819

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Duck House Restaurant

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Monterey Park’s Duck House Restaurant is serving its classic Peking ducks to-go. A whole duck with 10 pancakes and all the accoutrements is priced at $50. Order online for pick-up or delivery.

501 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 284-3227
(626) 284-3227

Boston Lobster Seafood Restaurant

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The folks at Boston Lobster in San Gabriel know how to make a holiday dinner feel extra special with stir-fried whole lobsters, tender shaking beef, and fragrant basil clams. Call the restaurant directly to order a feast.

727 Valley Blvd, San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 288-4388
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101 North Eatery & Bar

30760 Russell Ranch Rd suite d, Westlake Village, CA 91362

101 North Eatery is offering a traditional menu that includes beef tenderloin and lots of roasted vegetables, or an all-vegan option with lasagna. Both run $75 per person. 

30760 Russell Ranch Rd suite d, Westlake Village, CA 91362
(805) 852-1588
(805) 852-1588

Odyssey Restaurant

15600 Odyssey Dr, Granada Hills, CA 91344

Valley staple Odyssey is offering a variety of holiday meal options, from salmon to roast turkey and roasted prime rib. Each comes with the usual sides and options to add on wine and more.

15600 Odyssey Dr, Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 366-6444
(818) 366-6444

Robin Hood British Pub

13640 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Longtime pub hangout the Robin Hood in Sherman Oaks is continuing its tradition of holiday turkey dinners, only this time the meals will only be available for takeaway. Just be sure to order them ahead of time, because the pub is closed on Christmas day.

13640 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
(818) 994-6045
(818) 994-6045

n/naka

3455 Overland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034

Chefs Niki Nakayama and Carole Iida-Nakayama partnered with Dom Pérignon to offer two celebratory bento packages this holiday season. The $315 Ekiben package includes two bentos and a bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2009, while the $615 Jubako package includes two bentos and a bottle of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2000 Plénitude 2.

3455 Overland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 836-6252
(310) 836-6252

Gracias Madre

8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Chef Mario Alberto is serving vegan savory and sweet tamales to-go priced at $48 a dozen with flavors like rosemary-sage and turmeric-thyme. Pre-order on Gracias Madre’s website by December 20 and pick up on December 23.

8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 978-2170
(323) 978-2170

Pasta Sisters

3280 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA 90232

For fresh pasta this holiday season, look no further than Pasta Sisters. Holiday specials include scratch-made tortellini and truffle ravioli. Pastas are available for pick-up via ChowNow, delivery via Postmates, or in-store in Culver City.

 

3280 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA 90232
(424) 603-4503
(424) 603-4503

The Front Yard

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602

North Hollywood’s Front Yard isn’t doing any dining on its expansive patio this year, but diners can still grab to-go food as part of a large $165 menu that includes cheddar biscuits, filet medallions, dessert, and more.

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 255-7290
(818) 255-7290

Little Kingston Jamaican Restaurant

4716 W Slauson Ave, Windsor Hills, CA 90056

Head to Little Kingston Jamaican Restaurant for ackee and saltfish, a traditional Jamaican breakfast that’s a holiday staple in many Caribbean households, along with curry goat, oxtails, and escovitch fish — whole fried fish in a vinegary pepper sauce.

4716 W Slauson Ave, Windsor Hills, CA 90056
(323) 295-5596
(323) 295-5596

Gwen

6600 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Gwen’s Christmas offering — a to-go feast of roasted pork loin, crushed parsnips, Parker House rolls, a yule log, and more — is priced at $120 per person and is available from December 19 to December 24.

6600 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 946-7500
(323) 946-7500

Harold & Belle's

2920 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018

Classic Jefferson Park restaurant Harold & Belle’s is doing a Cajun-themed holiday menu, with options for individual plates (at $35 per person) or large-format family combinations that run $200. Also on hand are 32 quarts of gumbo to feed a crowd.

2920 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 735-9023
(323) 735-9023

Kali

5722 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Kali is offering a prime rib dinner with classic sides like a wedge salad, creamed spinach, and roasted mushrooms. And for dessert, chocolate birthday cake. The $75 per person menu is available to order online.

5722 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 871-4160
(323) 871-4160

All Day Baby

3200 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

All Day Baby’s Christmas Eve takeout menu is all about comfort and tradition. Proteins include smoked turkey breast and a pork knuckle with pineapple glaze, while sides span mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, brioche stuffing, and more. Pastry chef Thessa Diadem’s cinnamon rolls are a must for Christmas morning. Order by December 19 and pick up on December 24.

3200 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 741-0082
(323) 741-0082

Rossoblu

CITY MARKET SOUTH, 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Rossoblu’s five-course Christmas dinner for two is priced at $158 and includes lasagna Bolognese, prime rib, a yule log, and more. Available for takeout only.

CITY MARKET SOUTH, 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 749-1099
(213) 749-1099

Hayato

1320 E 7th St #126, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Chef Brandon Go is offering souped-up sushi takeout for the month of December that’s priced at $340 and intended for two or more people. Order via Tock for pick up at 6 p.m. from Wednesday to Sunday.

1320 E 7th St #126, Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 395-0607
(213) 395-0607

Perle Restaurant

43 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91103

At Pasadena newcomer Perle, chef Dean Yasharian is offering French classics to-go. Start with the house-made charcuterie, dive into some escargots, and don’t forget the pasta topped with black or white truffles.

43 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 460-8819
(626) 460-8819

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Duck House Restaurant

501 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Monterey Park’s Duck House Restaurant is serving its classic Peking ducks to-go. A whole duck with 10 pancakes and all the accoutrements is priced at $50. Order online for pick-up or delivery.

501 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 284-3227
(626) 284-3227

Boston Lobster Seafood Restaurant

727 Valley Blvd, San Gabriel, CA 91776

The folks at Boston Lobster in San Gabriel know how to make a holiday dinner feel extra special with stir-fried whole lobsters, tender shaking beef, and fragrant basil clams. Call the restaurant directly to order a feast.

727 Valley Blvd, San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 288-4388
(626) 288-4388

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