Westfield Century City is about to get louder—in flavor, in flair, and in the kind of global culinary heat you don’t just eat, you remember. This summer, sbe is unveiling two major openings that anchor what might be the boldest dining destination West L.A. has seen in years: Casa Dani by three-Michelin-starred Chef Dani García, and a reimagined Katsuya Century City from Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi.
Set side by side across 17,000 square feet of architecturally jaw-dropping space—designed by none other than David Rockwell and his Rockwell Group—these two concepts aren’t just . They’re you walk into.
An Iconic Culinary Duo, Side by Side
Set against a flagship corner that overlooks the Hollywood Hills, Casa Dani and Katsuya Century City are more than neighbors—they’re anchors. Both are backed by sbe, the global lifestyle hospitality group known for transforming nightlife and dining into immersive experiences. This isn’t just about food; it’s about place, posture, and presence.
Designed by David Rockwell and Rockwell Group, the restaurants share a sweeping space that includes a central circular bar, an open-air Garden, an atrium welcome area, and three additional bar concepts woven throughout. With a total capacity of 400 guests and views stretching across Beverly Hills, the venue isn’t just made for meals—it’s made for moments.
Inside Casa Dani: Andalusia on the West Coast
“Dani’s House” may sound modest, but Casa Dani is where Chef Dani García brings the Mediterranean to life—with fire, flair, and a few surprises. After earning three Michelin stars and a Bib Gourmand recognition, García has made it his mission to transport diners from the southern coast of Spain to the tables of Los Angeles.
Expect bold seafood, Andalusian textures, and the kind of unexpected pairings that turn a tasting menu into a journey. Casa Dani’s Westfield debut will be its first on the West Coast—a chance to sit inside the mind of one of Europe’s most inventive chefs, without booking a flight to Marbella.
Katsuya Century City: A Westside Revival
Chef Katsuya Uechi helped define modern Japanese dining in L.A. nearly twenty years ago, and now his Century City flagship marks a new era. The refreshed Katsuya menu balances classic omakase technique with California cool—think seasonal crudos, flame-seared sashimi, and robata dishes reworked for the Los Angeles palette.
The new design and bar program will echo the elevated energy that made Katsuya a must for A-listers, while appealing to a next-gen crowd hungry for cultural nuance and culinary edge. It’s elegant but never uptight—where a quick lunch can become a three-hour dinner without apology.
Why It Matters (and Why You Should Book Early)
Two culinary giants. One legendary design firm. A space that bridges the old Hollywood of Santa Monica Boulevard with a new kind of global luxury. In a city constantly reinventing itself, Casa Dani and Katsuya remind us that great food is still about the experience.
Reservations will go fast—and for good reason. This is where business deals, birthday dinners, and long-overdue catchups will happen. Where Andalusia and Tokyo meet in Century City, with a skyline toast to match.
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📍 Opening Summer 2025 at Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles
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Photo credits: Photos courtesy of sbe
