Despite being saturated with salad-picking actors, L.A. is experiencing a stampede of contemporary steak houses. While CUT is the most acclaimed, the trend is equally well represented by the Lodge. With a neorustic motif devoid of the customary red leather and white linen, this hip establishment's only connections to the traditional American steak house -- besides high prices -- are its deftly seared prime beef, classic potato side dishes, and extensive selection of full-bodied red wines.
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