LA may be known throughout the world as a dream factory that has littered the world with pop cultural paraphernalia but it is more than the sum total of its mass-produced fantasies. It's a thriving hybrid of a city whose eclecticism is reflected in its endless variety-in ethnicity, culture, architecture, and food. Few cities offer as exciting a restaurant scene. This handy little guide, easy to use and attractively designed, gives tourists a glimpse inside 35 of LA's most fashionable dining destinations and includes sample menus and color illustrations.