Maude

Make your way inside to discover an intimate and elegant dining room, with views of an open kitchen. While the latter is fun to peek into, it remains peaceful throughout the meal. ​​​​Once a showpiece for a rotating selection of the world's cuisines, Chef Curtis Stone and his team have now set their sights on their own backyard, focusing on refined Southern Californian cuisine while highlighting California's finest ingredients. A multicourse tasting menu begins with a series of snacks before moving on to dishes such as nopales with jicama and avocado. Elegantly presented, it's an ode to the region's strong Mexican influence. Pulled Dungeness crab is plated with crunchy apple for a sweet bite, while Comté, served creamy and slightly warm on top of toasted barley, stands out.