I had lunch at the Biltmore Hotel yesterday. If you've never been definitely go! It's such an experience. The Biltmore or Millennium Biltmore Hotel as it's called, was where the Academy Awards Ceremonies and dinners used to take place. There are some really cool pictures from the 30's and earlier of stars and awards all over the place.

First of all, I have to say that the ambiance and decor are beautiful and luxurious. We ate right outside Smeraldi's restaurant in the open where everyone has tea and goodies late in the afternoon. The service was wonderful; our server Saul was very charming. And the food was incredibly delicious, perfectly cooked. I had the Kobe beef burger with blue cheese and applewood smoked bacon with ultra thin fries and mesclun salad. No, I did not have appetizers or desserts! They would have rolled me right out - everything was filling and well worth it. The Biltmore is located on the corner of 5th Street and Grand Ave. in downtown L.A. Check it out!