News Summary
La Ola, a coastal Mexican restaurant, will debut at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, offering a vibrant dining experience by the pool. Executive Chef Jesus Medina presents a menu filled with authentic Mexican dishes highlighting seasonal seafood and unique flavors. Guests can savor a range of options from lunch to dinner, including indulgent desserts and specialty cocktails, all crafted to provide a taste of Mexico amidst a relaxing atmosphere in Beverly Hills.
Los Angeles – New Rooftop Restaurant Set to Open at Four Seasons Hotel
La Ola, a coastal Mexican restaurant, is set to make its debut at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on May 30. This new dining venue will offer guests both lunch and dinner options, situated in a sun-drenched poolside setting that promises a vibrant atmosphere for its patrons.
Under the leadership of Executive Chef Jesus Medina, La Ola will feature a menu inspired by his culinary background, drawing from his roots in Mexico as well as influences from family traditions in cooking. The restaurant will bring back dinner service to the Four Seasons rooftop, making it one of the few Four Seasons-operated Mexican restaurants in the United States.
Menu Highlights and Offerings
The menu at La Ola showcases an array of authentic Mexican dishes highlighted by seasonal seafood and traditional flavors. Guests can look forward to dishes such as:
- Shrimp aguachile topped with cucumber and red onion
- Carne asada platos featuring short rib cooked for 14 hours and served with various condiments including green onions and homemade corn tortillas
- Tuna tostada as a fresh, light option
- Octopus chicharron served with sesame oil and charred garlic aioli
- Oaxacan-inspired tlacoyo topped with rib-eye carpaccio and asiento
For larger meal options, guests can choose from dishes such as dry-aged fish of the day with chayote salad, duck carnitas, and pollo alla brasa with mole. The lunch menu will offer a more casual dining experience, with choices like tacos featuring swordfish al pastor, carne asada, and fish tempura, along with items like guacamole and fresh oysters.
Indulgent Dessert and Cocktail Selections
To complete the dining experience, La Ola will have a variety of desserts and cocktails available. Evening desserts will include:
- Cacao tortilla topped with corn ice cream and puffed amaranth
- Puffy buñuelos served with leche flan, yuzu, and caramel
Daytime sweet treats will feature seasonal paletas, ice cream, churros, and carlota de limon (lime icebox cake). The cocktail menu will include classic drinks such as margaritas and a clarified strawberry daiquiri, along with unique offerings like spiked horchata and a slushy welcome shot.
Chef Medina’s Journey and Restaurant Philosophy
Chef Medina brings over a decade of experience with the Four Seasons, having been a part of the organization since 2012. His culinary journey, influenced by his upbringing in Acuna, Mexico, allows him to create dishes inspired by family gatherings centered around food. His time in Punta Mita, an oceanfront city, has particularly shaped his appreciation for seasonal seafood.
At La Ola, Chef Medina aims to establish a warm, welcoming atmosphere for diners. The intent is to evoke familiar flavors for guests who have traveled to Mexico while also offering new experiences for those who have yet to visit. Diners may also be pleasantly surprised with complimentary treats throughout their meal, such as a sip of tepache or chocolates accompanied by chapulines to take home.
Location and Reservations
La Ola is located at 300 S. Doheny Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90048. Reservations can be conveniently made through the Four Seasons Hotel, ensuring a spot at this exciting new addition to the Los Angeles dining scene.
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