Located in the Westin St. Francis, Michael Mina’s much lauded and columned dining room is a well-choreographed exercise in excess. Mina has overseen everything in his restaurant, from personally designing the china and composition of each dish to frequently supervising the kitchen. Diners choose between a tasting menu and a prix fixe menu that includes such favorites as lobster pot pie. The 2,200-selection deep wine list is among the largest on the West Coast.

Michael Mina Information:

• American menu. Dinner. Bar. Business casual attire. Reservations recommended. Valet parking.