The crispy shrimp and artichokes, basically deep-fried baby artichokes with a few shrimp, are just right with drinks or a cocktail. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
The king salmon is served with an assertive saffron aioli. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
Carolynn Spence’s salted pistachio crumble, a warm, crumbly cake topped with Chateau Marmont’s house-made pistachio gelato, is served at Bar Marmont and at the hotel. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
The garden area bustles with action and draws many from the entertainment industry. New York novelist A.M. Homes famously wrote an entire book about L.A. while sequestered at the Marmont. (Christine Cotter / Los Angeles Times)
