The Best Dishes of 2005

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By Larry Lipson, Restaurant Critic

Choosing the best dishes of the year only from those restaurants reviewed during the past 12 months may seem limiting, but it allows newcomers a touch of additional, deserved spotlight.

 

Hillside Perch an Attractive Setting for Skillful Birdcage Kitchen

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By Larry Lipson, Restaurant Critic

Sous chef Audley Byngs, left, maitre d' Edwin Asherov, executive chef Peter Bellasalma and owner Sabina Rasulov bring creativity and flair to the Birdcage in Studio City. (Gus Ruelas / Daily News)

 

Cool and Funky Restaurants

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By Jane Monreal

What's cool about Wilshire in Santa Monica? "The unique combination of the amazing sophisticated food along with the outdoor, hip, candlelight yet charming, somewhat romantic atmosphere. " Choose the candle lit bar, or the sophisticated dining room.

 

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