M Grill

Tucked above a beauty salon on Wilshire Boulevard, M Grill surprises visitors with its unexpectedly grand interior. This Brazilian churrascaria features soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an elegant granite bar—a sophisticated setting that belies its unassuming entrance. The white tablecloth dining room draws an eclectic crowd of families celebrating together and couples enjoying romantic evenings over endless waves of perfectly grilled meat.

The dining experience centers on an ingeniously simple system: flip your coaster to green, and servers begin an endless parade of eighteen different cuts carved tableside. The star of the show is undoubtedly the picanha, that prized Brazilian cut served medium rare with just enough fat cap to make each bite incredibly flavorful. Don’t overlook the linguiça sausage either—the satisfying snap of that casing is addictive. The lamb chops come out tender and mild, while the extensive salad bar offers a hearty feijoada stew that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice and collard greens.

At around $80 per person, M Grill delivers exceptional value for a special night out. The restaurant strikes a perfect balance—upscale enough for celebrations yet relaxed enough for a weeknight splurge when you’re craving something more exciting than the usual Korean barbecue options surrounding it in Koreatown. The wine list rivals a small book in length, but the real move is ordering a caipirinha from the bar—they don’t hold back on the cachaça.

Whether you’re marking an anniversary or simply answering the call of your carnivorous cravings, come hungry and prepared for what can only be described as a delicious onslaught of beautifully prepared meat. Just remember: when you’ve had enough, flip that coaster to red.