Musso & Frank Grill, American restaurant and cocktail lounge on Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
Musso & Frank Grill is an American restaurant and cocktail lounge on Hollywood Boulevard featuring high ceilings, dark wood paneling, and original red leather booths. Staff in traditional red coats serve classic American and Italian dishes in this long-standing establishment.
Founded in 1919 by Frank Toulet and Joseph Musso, the restaurant became the first dining establishment to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This honor marked it as a landmark among Hollywood's oldest venues.
The place became a gathering spot for writers like Raymond Chandler and James M. Cain during the 1930s Los Angeles literary scene. The red leather booths and dark wood interior still reflect the character of that creative era.
The restaurant operates Tuesday through Saturday from 5 PM and Sunday from 4 PM, giving visitors flexibility in planning their visit. Reservations are recommended during busy hours to guarantee seating, so booking ahead is wise if you want to be certain of a table.
The restaurant introduced fettuccine Alfredo to the United States in 1927 after obtaining the recipe from Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. This Italian pasta dish later became a staple on American menus across the country.
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