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interior booth with paintings on the wall
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Bonjour!

Violet Los Angeles is a charming neighborhood Bistro and Cooking School in the heart of Westwood Village. Housed in a two-story historic brick building, Violet features a lush and romantic courtyard, chic bar and dining room, rooftop terrace, and a beautiful demonstration kitchen. 

Reservations are highly recommended. We host numerous private events, from birthdays and weddings to corporate and team-building cooking classes, bar mitzvahs, and afternoon tea.

Violet Cooking School

Experience a beautiful state-of-the-art culinary destination and Viking showroom offering fun and enriching cooking classes, private events and more. Each class is taught by one of our professional chefs or special guest instructor. Bienvenue!

Potato salad with green beans, hardboiled egg, purple flowers

Hours Of Operation

Valet service is available for both lunch and dinner.

HOURS

Lunch: Served Mon-Fri, 12:00-2:00PM

Dinner: Served Mon-Wed, 5:30PM-8PM &

Thurs-Sat, 5:30PM - 8:30PM

Violet cooking school kitchen, range, island table, copper cookware, white brick
Exterior dining table, green vines, pink flowers, white grey tablecloth

Private Events

Violet Los Angeles offers a warm and elegant setting for unforgettable celebrations of every kind. Our charming brick courtyard, chic dining room, and rooftop terrace create the perfect backdrop for showers, weddings and receptions, cocktail hours, corporate gatherings, hands-on cooking experiences, and more. Our culinary team will work closely with you to craft a thoughtful menu and seamless experience from start to finish.

Upcoming Events

JULY 14
6PM-8:30PM

À Table with Chef Max Anderson - Bastille Day Chef's Table

Celebrate Bastille Day with an intimate evening of French cuisine as Executive Chef Max Anderson presents a thoughtfully curated Chef's Table experience inspired by the flavors and traditions of France.


Hosted in Violet's beautiful upstairs Terrace, this exclusive dinner is limited to just 18 guests, creating an evening that feels both personal and unforgettable. Your experience begins with a seasonal amuse-bouche, followed by a three-course menu highlighting classic French technique with a modern touch. 


A signature French 75 (or a non-alcoholic Fresh 75) is included with your reservation, and a curated selection of wines and additional cocktails will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Suggested wine pairings will also be featured on the menu.


Menu-Included Cocktail:
French 75 or Fresh 75 (Non-Alcoholic)


Amuse-Bouche
Beer and Goat Cheese Amuse-Bouche


First Course
Chilled Asparagus with Sauce Gribiche
or
Chicken Liver Mousse


Entrée
Stuffed Quail with Celeriac Fondant and Sauce Sauternes
or
Leek and Wild Mushroom Pithivier with Brillat-Savarin Cheese and Cognac Sauce


Dessert
Peach Melba
Vanilla Ice Cream, Toasted Almonds & Caramel


$125 per person

Limited to 18 guests. 

Additional wine, cocktails, and optional wine pairings will be available for purchase during the event.

JULY 18
6-9PM

Summer Date Night with Chef Kathy Katz

Spend an evening in the kitchen creating a fresh, seasonal menu that's perfect for summer entertaining. Working alongside Chef Kathy Katz, you'll prepare individual Tomato Galettes from scratch, help create a vibrant Grilled Peach Salad, and enjoy a beautifully seared steak topped with a sweet summer corn salsa. We'll finish the evening with a refreshing Lemon Sorbet for the perfect seasonal finale. A glass of wine is included to enjoy during class.


Menu

Individual Tomato Galettes
Grilled Peach Salad
Steak with Summer Corn Salsa
Lemon Sorbet

*A glass of paired wine is included


Pricing:

$250 per couple

$150 per individual
A 20% service fee will be added at checkout.

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