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Bistro 1759 opens on The Grove’s iconic trolley, offering a $1,000 four‑course menu for up to 10 guests on a 90‑minute ride starting May 18.
The Grove’s historic double‑decker trolley begins a $1,000 private dining service, Bistro 1759, on May 18, targeting groups of up to 10 guests for a 90‑minute, four‑course experience curated by Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill【1】. The launch coincides with eased pandemic restrictions in Los Angeles, positioning the venue as a premium outdoor hospitality offering.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,000 per party |
| Capacity | Up to 10 guests |
| Launch date | May 18 (2021) |
| Menu | Four‑course, sushi‑focused, with wine & cocktail pairings |
Bistro 1759 transforms the trolley’s upper deck into a brass‑accented dining room, complete with a classically attired conductor and a curated soundtrack. Guests travel along First Street, passing the signature Dancing Fountain and the Grove’s iconic park while enjoying dishes such as spicy tuna on crispy rice, sashimi platters, and child‑friendly options like kids maki and a Blue Ribbon cheeseburger【3】. Wine, craft cocktails, beer, and sake are available for pairing, and menus can be personalized for the 90‑minute journey.
The new experience builds on The Grove’s broader push into innovative entertainment, including a Level 8 drive‑in cinema that hosted movie premieres over the past year【1】. Developer Rick Caruso emphasizes the outdoor setting as a competitive advantage, noting that the property’s restaurants are already surpassing 2019 sales levels thanks to the open‑air environment【1】. By offering a high‑end, location‑specific service, The Grove aims to attract special‑occasion diners and reinforce its reputation as a leading luxury hospitality destination in Los Angeles.
The Bistro 1759 launch illustrates how traditional retail venues are diversifying revenue streams by leveraging unique physical assets, raising the question of whether similar experiential concepts will become a staple in post‑pandemic hospitality.
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