The Beverly Hills Hotel

You won't be able to come here without running into a major singer, rising starlets, or supermodels visiting town for work, but the scene is secondary to the famous McCarthy Salad and old-school Hollywood vibe.
Especially in the weeks leading up to the Oscars, this is the place to see and be seen, and the ivy-covered brick patio is the perfect spot to enjoy the warm Santa Ana winds as the sun sets on Sunset Boulevard.Polo Lounge At The Beverly Hills Hotel, 9641 Sunset Boulevard (at Hartford Way); 310-887-2777.