✨ L.A. Skyline Fine Dining | 71Above

📍 Restaurant Name: 71Above Address: 633 W 5th St, 71st Floor, Los Angeles, CA Perched at the top of the US Bank Tower in the heart of Downtown LA, this place is the definition of iconic dining! 🏙️💎 🪟 Best Seat in the House? Hands down, the "Window Bay - Main Dining" tables! 🌃✨ I snagged a cozy two-seater right against the glass, facing a breathtaking sea of city lights—no filter needed, just pure magic. Pro tip: When booking on Opentable or their website, make sure to select the exact table type! 🪑 Other Seating Options: Chef’s Table (Watch the kitchen action 🧑‍🍳🔥) Edge Table (Window views but not corner seats) Bar Area (Great for casual bites & drinks 🍸) Walk-in Tables & Booths (First-come, first-served) Private Tables (Perfect for group celebrations 🎉) 💰 Minimum Spend Policy: Our window seat required a $225 prepayment for two, which covered the base cost—order more and pay the difference, but no refunds if you spend less. We ended up adding $50 for extra dishes, which was totally reasonable for a high-end spot like this! 🥂 Must-Try Dishes (Summer 2025 Menu): ✅ Kumamoto Oysters + Uni – Fresh, briny, and Instagram-worthy! 🦪💛 ✅ Spanish Octopus – Tender, smoky perfection 🐙 ✅ Tasmanian Ocean Trout – Buttery and delicate 🐟 ✅ Lamb Chop & Grilled Ribeye – Carnivore heaven! 🥩 ✅ Mango Rice Pudding & Illanka Chocolate Semifreddo – A sweet finale you can’t skip! 🍫🍮 🍸 Drinks? Their wine pairings elevate the meal, and the lounge bar upstairs is perfect for post-dinner cocktails with a view. 🍷✨ 🚗 Parking Hack: Valet costs $18 and takes forever—opt for self-parking + validation instead! 👗 Dress Code: "Smart casual" but lean formal—you’ll want to look sharp for those skyline pics! 📸👠 🎂 Special Occasions? Mention birthdays/anniversaries when booking—they’ll surprise you with a mini cake or card! 🎁🍰 (Or bring your own cake for a $5 plating fee.) 📷 Photo Tips: Arrive before sunset for golden-hour lighting, then stay as the city lights up—pure cinematic vibes! 🌆📱 #LADateNight #LAViews #BirthdayDining #LuxuryDiningLA