Campanile, co-founded by chefs Mark Peel and Nancy Silverton, opened in 1989 and quickly became a culinary landmark in Los Angeles, helping to define California cuisine for over two decades. Housed in a historic Charlie Chaplin building, its stunning Italianate courtyard and signature bell tower gave it a unique village atmosphere. The critically acclaimed menu championed a distinctly American approach using top-quality farmers' market ingredients, with a particular focus on the wood-fired grill.

La Brea Bakery was founded in 1989 when Chef Nancy Silverton created the perfect sourdough starter for her next-door restaurant, Campanile, igniting the artisan bread movement in the U.S. Renowned for its slow-proofed, rustic loaves with caramelized crusts, the bakery rapidly scaled from a single Los Angeles storefront to become a leading national producer of par-baked artisan bread. Though the business was sold in 2001 and later became part of Aspire Bakeries, it continues to use the original sourdough starter in its wide variety of high-quality, hearth-baked products.

BRERA Ristorante is an elegant, multi-regional Italian osteria located in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. Drawing influence from the artsy Brera neighborhood of Milan, the restaurant showcases the personal culinary identity of Chef Angelo Auriana. The menu emphasizes the simple beauty of Northern Italian cuisine, focusing on high-quality, fresh ingredients presented in a minimalistic style. Guests can enjoy house-made pastas like velvety tagliatelle, wood-grilled meats, and signature dishes like the risotto alla Milanese with bone marrow, all served in an inviting space with exposed brick and rustic charm.

Nate'n Al Delicatessen, established in 1945 on North Beverly Drive, is a legendary Jewish deli and a true Hollywood landmark. Known for its classic, no-frills ambiance and traditional deli fare, the restaurant attracted generations of entertainment executives, agents, and celebrities like Larry King. The menu specializes in house-made rye bread, oversized sandwiches like corned beef and pastrami, and comforting favorites such as matzo ball soup and lox and bagels, maintaining the ethos of quality ingredients and unpretentious service.

Kings Co Imperial first opened its doors in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, in 2015. Kings Co Imperial offers a unique take on Chinese-American cuisine, blending traditional Chinese cooking techniques with modern, elevated flavors. The restaurant, founded by chefs Josh Grinker and Tracy Jane Young, is known for its scratch-made approach, including wok-seared dumplings, dry-fried string beans, and house-made soy sauce. While embracing a diverse range of regional Chinese dishes, it celebrates both authentic and Americanized Chinese food in a Brooklyn atmosphere that is often described as lively and unpretentious, quickly earning a Michelin Guide nod.

The Grill on the Alley Chicago, which opened in 1993 at The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago, brought an elegant, old-school American steakhouse concept to the Magnificent Mile. Modeled after classic grills from the 1930s and '40s, the atmosphere featured dark wood, ambient lighting, and white tablecloth service, perfect for power lunches and sophisticated dinners. The menu specialized in prime steaks, fresh seafood, and traditional American fare, establishing it as a distinguished dining destination that channeled a nostalgic, refined ambiance in the heart of the city's upscale retail district.

The Grill on the Alley in San Jose, which opened in 1998 at the Fairmont San Jose, quickly became a cornerstone of downtown fine dining. Its sophisticated atmosphere, inspired by the classic grills of the 1930s and '40s with rich woods and ambient lighting, offered an ideal setting for power lunches and elegant dinners. Known for impeccable service and a strict focus on quality, the restaurant specialized in USDA Prime Steaks, fresh seafood, and traditional American fare, maintaining the chain's reputation for timeless cuisine and a highly regarded wine program within its high-profile hotel venue.

The Daily Grill in Bethesda was situated within the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, serving as the hotel's prominent on-site restaurant. It followed the chain’s formula of an upscale-casual concept, popular as a meeting spot for business lunches and reliable dining for hotel guests due to its central location near the Bethesda Metro. The menu featured classic American favorites and grilled specialties in a comfortable, traditional atmosphere.

The Daily Grill operated at The Georgetown Inn from 1999 to 2017. It was a classic American grill that blended the chain’s formula of high-quality comfort food like hearty steaks and famous chicken pot pie with the historic, sophisticated atmosphere of the boutique Georgetown Inn. The restaurant served as a reliable hub for power breakfasts and lunches for D.C. professionals, as well as a convenient, familiar dining option for hotel guests in the heart of Washington’s oldest and most charming neighborhood

The Daily Grill Houston opened in September 2002 inside The Westin Galleria Houston, positioning itself as a comfortable, classic American retreat amid the luxury of the Galleria mall. The restaurant was conceived as a slightly more casual version of its high-end sister, The Grill on the Alley, focusing on all-American comfort food. It serves as a dependable, scratch-kitchen spot for hotel guests and shoppers, offering hearty American fare, steaks, chops, and a popular happy hour. The space is noted for its handsome, dark-wood furnishings and comfortable, upscale-casual atmosphere.

The Daily Grill Portland was located in The Westin Portland downtown, with its opening occurring around 2003 as part of a strategic national expansion by Grill Concepts into major hotel venues. As the hotel's on-site dining venue, it provided guests and locals with a reliable, classic American grill experience. The restaurant's menu was known for featuring signature comfort dishes, provided in a welcoming, traditional setting, serving as a familiar and consistent dining option in the heart of the city.

The Daily Grill San Francisco was located within the historic Handlery Union Square Hotel, with its opening occurring in 2003 as part of a strategic national expansion by Grill Concepts into major hotel venues. The Daily Grill offered a welcoming, high-quality dining experience right off the city’s bustling Union Square. It served as a dependable, upscale-casual restaurant, featuring the chain's signature menu of flavorful American comfort food, including perennial favorites like its renowned chicken pot pie and steaks. The location provided both hotel guests and local shoppers with a convenient and sophisticated spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a classic San Francisco setting.

The Daily Grill in Skokie, Illinois was a mid-scale American restaurant located at 9599 Skokie Blvd inside the Hilton/DoubleTree hotel complex. The restaurant offered a broad menu of classic American fare including steaks, seafood, sandwiches, salads, and comfort dishes - served in a relaxed, hotel-dining atmosphere.

The Columbia Bar and Grill was a stylish and well-known Hollywood restaurant and celebrity hangout, active primarily in the 1980s. Located near the Sunset Gower Studios, formerly Columbia Pictures, the establishment gained additional fame through its partnership with actor Wayne Rogers, best known as Trapper John from the acclaimed television show MASH. The restaurant was a popular spot for industry power-lunches and evening socializing. The restaurant served as a quintessential example of the era's trendy Hollywood dining scene before eventually closing in 1989.

Scott's Seafood San Jose, a Bay Area tradition established in 1986, is a premier destination for coastal cuisine in the heart of Downtown. Known for its sophisticated atmosphere and focus on fresh, sustainable seafood, the restaurant offers a varied menu that includes delectable fish, lobster, classic pasta dishes, and prime steaks. It has long been valued for providing an elegant setting - especially in its original elevated space - for business lunches, romantic dinners, and special occasions in Silicon Valley.