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ZipPicks Awards
Best Seafood in Beverly Hills
Best Greek in Beverly Hills
Best Mediterranean in Beverly Hills
Best Middle Eastern in Beverly Hills
Master Critic Review
Avra Beverly Hills
8.3
This upscale Greek seafood palace flies in Mediterranean catches daily, presenting them simply grilled or raw to highlight pristine quality. The sweeping indoor-outdoor villa setting with lemon trees creates transportive Aegean ambiance steps from Rodeo Drive.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole Grilled Branzino, Mediterranean Octopus, Lobster Pasta
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 9
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Daily Mediterranean seafood flown in creates authentic Greek experience
Who should go: Scene seekers wanting fresh fish glamour
When to visit: Lunch on the terrace for best people-watching
What to order: Display case fish, taramosalata, saganaki
Insider tip: Prix fixe lunch offers remarkable value at $45
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15, self-park in Beverly Hills public garage 2 blocks away ($3/hour)
Dress code: Business casual to dressy - no shorts or flip-flops, jeans acceptable if elevated
Noise level: Moderate buzz - lively but conversation-friendly, patio quieter than main dining room
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, bar seating sometimes available
Weekday lunch: 15-20 min for power lunch rush (12-1:30pm), walk-in friendly otherwise
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - Greek mezze section plus grilled vegetables and salads
Vegan options: Limited - request modifications on mezze plates, staff accommodating
Gluten-free options: Yes - grilled fish and most mezze naturally GF, notify server
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice - romantic terrace, shareable mezze create natural conversation, impressive without being stuffy
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday lunch usually yes, dinner walk-ins best at bar or after 9pm. Weekend reservations essential
Is it kid-friendly? Better for teens than young children - no kids menu, sophisticated atmosphere suits 12+ age group
Best For
Better for: Fresher fish than competitors due to daily Mediterranean imports, best Greek wine list in LA, superior outdoor setting
Skip if: You want sushi-grade local catches or casual beachy vibes - try Connie & Ted's or Son of a Gun instead
Hours
Monday11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday11:30am - 10pm
Thursday11:30am - 10pm
Friday11:30am - 11pm
Saturday11:30am - 11pm
Sunday11:30am - 10pm