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Sitting beside the trickling stream, under a canopy of leafy tree branches, this simple-yet-elegant, all-natural restaurant—the Inn of the Seventh Ray—lulls the city-weary into a state of tranquility. Often referred to as “the most romantic restaurant in Los Angeles,” the Inn is a popular venue for weddings and intimate celebrations. In the early 1900s, the Inn was rumored to have been a lush private residence. In later decades, it was a church, then a gas station and eventually, a junkyard. Its current owners poured their money and energy into restoring its natural beauty, and transforming the space into a serene escape from bustling Hollywood and Beverly Hills eateries. The restaurant’s “good vibes” extend to the menu itself which features organic vegetarian delights and meat dishes devoid of antibiotics or hormones. Baked goods are made on-premises using organic grains and no refined sugar. Soups are made from house recipes and the wine list even presents some organic selections. On the way out, take a little New Age wisdom with you by picking up a book or healing crystals at The Spiral Staircase gift shop.