Bartender Rich Murphy talks with patrons at the NineThirty restaurant. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
At NineThirty, roasted kabocha squash and leek bisque. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Little Gem lettuce and poached pear salad. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Patrons enjoy the outdoor patio at the NineThirty restaurant in Westwood. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Grilled bone-in rib-eye steak Diane. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Coriander-rubbed grilled shrimp. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Executive chef Monique King displays two of her creations at the NineThirty restaurant in Westwood. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
