A meal on the patio at the aptly-named The Front Yard feels less like dining at a restaurant and more like gathering at the home of your friend who has the best patio (and happens to be the best chef, too). The dining destination at The Garland hotel in North Hollywood dishes up an elevated spin on traditional dishes and a creative cocktail menu, to boot. The outdoor seating area is magical. Like a fairytale garden with lots of flora and fauna, twinkle lights, fireplaces and both traditional dining tables and, for a more loungelike feel, ornate loveseats.

Front Yard Restaurant at The Garland Hotel

4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood 91602

Website: https://www.thefrontyardla.com/