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Nic's Restaurant

310-550-5707

453 N Canon Dr Beverly Hills, CA 90210

www.nicsbeverlyhills.com

http://www.nicsbeverlyhills.com/nics_2006/?ref=none

It's time to raise a toast at Beverly Hills' favorite neighborhood martini bar and celeb hangout.

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Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, New American Restaurants, Traditional American Restaurants

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After Work, Martinis, $$$$, Bar Scene, Business Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Late Night Dining, Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Special Occasion Dining

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Mon-Thu 5pm-11pm Fri-Sat 5pm-2am

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Longtime L.A. chef and restaurateur Larry Nicola's little Beverly Hills creation is cozy, hip and actually has some super food, whether for snacking or making a full meal. Couple that with the martini menu featuring 80 varieties and live jazz on weekends and selected weeknights, and you have a stylish way to relax in the lap of luxury. The restaurant's glass-ensconced vodka freezer is also the perfect place for friends to share a bottle of high-end vodka with some caviar.

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In Short
Nevermind those celebrity roast infomercials that promise to bring back the good ol' days of the Rat Pack when smoking was cool and wearing a suit all day was considered casual. The spirit of Dean Martin lives on right here at this Beverly Hills joint where the martinis flow just as freely as the conversations. A small couch-lined area plays host to the nightly happy hour and the occasional jazz band, while an ascending walkway leads to a more formal dining room with semi-circular booths and tabletop seating. A play on classic steakhouse cuisine, restaurateur (and host with the most) Larry Nicola offers everything from meaty standards like miso-crusted prime ribeye with wasabi butter to lighter fare like grilled Scottish salmon dressed in figs and apples. Of course, no visit would be complete without a visit to the VodBox, an exhibition walk-in freezer where guests can put on a faux fur and raise a glass from one of the more than 80 varieties of vodka. Oh, and don't miss the Dean Martin shrine. Seriously. Told you his spirit lives on.

Key Points

Martini Bar
Vodka Bar
Happy Hour

The Inside Scoop

The Extras - Donate a unique martini glass and receive one complimentary cocktail and a martini-making class for you and three friends.
Look Good - Don a faux leopared coat and step into the Vodbox for ice-cold vodka sipping.
Happy Hour - One of the busiest happy hours in Beverly Hills, the lounge offer appetizers and drink specials from 5pm to 7pm. Throw a private party for eight or more during happy hour, and the restaurant will provide five appetizers for only $10 per person. Drinks not included.
Save Money - Every Monday night the restaurant offers $7 appetizers, $7 special martinis and $7 VodBox entry for first-timers. There's also a three-course prix-fixe menu for $21.

Latest reviews from Citysearch.

The food was Incredible!

jgreenb1 5 Nic's Restaurant

I took my wife and mother to Nic's on Saturday night. I can't begin to tell you how pleased we we're with our dining experience. I could write 10 pages of positive feedback; however I'll give you all three highlights. 1) Their gnocchi with morel mushrooms and champagne cream was the best sauce I've ever tasted. 2) The pan seared filet mignon with blueberries was better than any steak at any of my favorite steakhouses. 3) Our cocktails we're poured to perfection, my Manhattan was wonderful! They have a great cocktail hour special that I've already started recruiting my friends to attend. This may just be my new favorite place. Thanks Larry, Well be back soon!

Pros: Food, Drinks, Decor

Posted 06/06/04

It's not all that

tinyham 3 Nic's Restaurant

So the pomegranite martini was good, that's about all. Made a reservation and we were seated right next to the band and directly in front of the bar. Don't like the feeling of being the only one in the room eating while everyone is up at the bar drinking. Aside from that, I was quite dissapointed with my dish. I had the eggplant. I don't know if they don't use salt in their cooking but it was extremely bland. My hubby's filet with blueberry sauce was good. Very tender. I think this is a better place to have a drink and listen to a band.

Posted 06/04/04

awesome oysters rockefeller!

ahiatus 4 Nic's Restaurant

this is the first time i ever tried them - and i have to go back for more. the place is very cool. great people watching. the martinis are also good -- the pink monkey was my favorite. great place to hang out with a group of friends. and again, the oysters rockefeller rock!

Posted 09/23/03

Great martini menu

burbankqt 4 Nic's Restaurant

The food was good...but definitely overpriced. I went there with one other person and spent $100...and that was on one drink each an entree each and dessert that we shared. The bar area on the other hand is VERY cool, and the martini menu is really awesome. I recommend going to hang out at the bar, or have dinner on the patio if you're willing to throw down some bucks.

Pros: Good drinks, Good food, Good crowd

Cons: Overpriced

Posted 04/29/03

Fabulous!

happycamper1 5 Nic's Restaurant

The sauteed oysters were truly yummy, the live jazz was wonderful, and the curry-crusted salmon was fantastic! The martinis were also good. I would definitely return for more!

Pros: great food, live music

Posted 01/28/03

Simply One of The Best In Beverly Hills

replaymusic 5 Nic's Restaurant

Larry & Melissa and their crew are awesome, and the ambience is just as great! If you'd like to spend a comfortable, fun evening at a classy but not "stuffy" night spot in Beverly Hills, this is it! A warm atmosphere, friendly staff and clientle, and if you have the pleasure to meet Nic's owner, Larry Nicola, you'll know what I mean when I say "fun"! One of the kindest people you'll ever meet, and Lord knows Melissa and Larry are a great team. We always have a great time at Nic's! Thanks again Larry & Melissa!

Pros: Great Atmosphere, Friendly, Comfortable

Posted 01/07/03

Great Happy Hour!

wanger 5 Nic's Restaurant

Great looking people and unbelievable Martinis. Get yourself to Nic's for Happy Hour!!! You will have a blast with all the eye candy. The food is great and you can meet some of LA's biggest movers and shakers (Specially talent agents). Go NOW!!

Cons: Poor Service

Posted 11/14/02

Perfect 10

Christina73 5 Nic's Restaurant

Never a dull moment at Nic's - great food, great ambience - and don't forget about the hot bartenders!!! - Wide selection of martinis - I recommend the "pink monkey" - be sure to ask for Justin - he shakes them like no one else!!!

Pros: good parrking - valet, entertaining bartende, live music

Posted 08/14/02

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