Lawry's The Prime Rib

Lawry's The Prime Rib has operated on North La Cienega Boulevard on the Beverly Hills border since 1938 and is one of the longest-running steakhouses in Los Angeles, California. The restaurant was founded around a single concept, serving prime rib of beef carved from a stainless steel cart at the table, and it has retained that format for more than eight decades. Guests choose from several cuts, which range from a standard portion to a larger cut and a thicker end cut, and the meat is sliced to order next to the table. The meal follows a set ritual. The spinning bowl salad, tossed on a bed of ice by a server who lifts the bowl and spins it while pouring the dressing from height, is a theatrical start. Prime rib is accompanied by Yorkshire pudding, creamed spinach, whipped potatoes and horseradish cream, and the restaurant is known for its seasoned salt, which became a retail product. English trifle is a traditional dessert. The wine list is broad, with American and European labels, and there is a full bar. The dining room is traditional and formal, with dark wood, white tablecloths and uniformed servers, and the atmosphere is comfortable and stately, with a moderate noise level that suits family celebrations and business dinners. Dress is smart casual to business attire. Reservations are advised through the website, particularly for weekends, holidays and special events. Prices are high, and a dinner typically costs about 65 to 100 US dollars per person, including a meal and drinks. Valet parking is available at the restaurant, and the surrounding La Cienega corridor includes several other long-standing restaurants and shops. The dining room is a short drive from the Beverly Center and West Hollywood.