"You can’t go wrong with Ysabel in Los Angeles. The contemporary American menu is full of hits like their spicy tuna crispy rice, hand-cut rigatoni, and lobster risotto. And so is the playlist—'90s and 2000s R&B is my love language. The vibes are immaculate, from the two large bar areas, to the patio with twinkle-lit trees, to the cozy booths lining the perimeter of the restaurant. Even the waiting area with an illuminated, picturesque staircase, never lacking influencer girlies capturing their ‘fits, makes for a memorable evening."—AH" - brennan carley