I can certainly vouch for "La Cachette." We were going to have my mother's 80th BD there, but the party was cancelled. We made a non-refundable deposit of $150, but they offered to fully cater a dinner to her condo as a gesture of good will (this is for 6 people). The food was great, and we had the full menu to pick from.

I was particularily impressed with their swordfish...it was some of the freshest and tastiest I've ever had. Entree prices are in the $20s...its not cheap, but I think its worth it.

Guido's!! I love this restaurant. Its in Santa Monica, and it has an "old style American-Italian restaurant feel." You definitely won't want sunglasses in there, but the service is very professional, and they still prepare the Caeser salad tableside. The prices are reasonable, and I'm continually wowed by the "cool but classy" service.