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Los Angeles Map: JiRaffeJiRaffe Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine New American, French
Hours Mon 6-9pm; Tues-Thurs 6-10pm; Fri-Sat 6-11pm; Sun 5:30-9pm
Address 501 Santa Monica Blvd
Location Corner of 5th St, Santa Monica and the Beaches
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 310/917-6671
Web site www.jirafferestaurant.com
Prices Main courses $26-$32
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
Other Valet parking $4.50

Frommer's Review

"JiRaffe" -- no, it's not named after the long-necked creature, but after a blending of names from the two chefs responsible for this overnight sensation now in its 10th year. Josiah Citrin has since left partner Raphael Lunetta to carry on alone at this crowded, upscale bistro in restaurant-hungry Santa Monica. The deafening din of conversation here is usually praise for JiRaffe's artistic treatment of pepper-crusted ahi tuna, crispy Maine salmon, pancetta-wrapped tiger shrimp, and caramelized pork chops with smoked bacon, apple chutney, and cider sauce. If you're a connoisseur of gnocchi, try the purple Peruvian gnocchi with fresh Florida rock shrimp and roasted purple pearl onions. JiRaffe also wins culinary points for highlighting oft-ignored vegetables such as salsify, Swiss chard, and fennel, as well as complex appetizers that are more like miniature main dishes. For dessert, say hello to a slice of warm chocolate truffle cake and a cup of coffee. Tip: Visit JiRaffe's website for Chef Lunetta's special recipes.

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Frommer's Los Angeles 2008 Frommer's Los Angeles 2008

Author: Matthew Richard Poole
Pub Date: October 01, 2007
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