First Look: Beso
Beso is the new restaurant from “Desperate Housewives” star Eva Longoria Parker and Boston chef Todd English. Located at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Ivar Street in Hollywood, it’s both sexy and discreet, a combination sure to draw celebs trying to duck fans or paparazzi. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
Beso’s main dining room is a dramatic loft-like space with dangling chandeliers and black leather chairs. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
Exposed beams and sparkling lights add glamour to Hollywood’s latest celebrity-owned eatery. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
At the bar, a still life floats over the backlighted counter showing the fruits that go into the signature cocktails. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
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From the open kitchen come plates of fish, steak and seafood created in a Latin/Middle Eastern/Mediterranean fusion. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
Whole fish, lobster and other seafood are displayed on ice in Beso’s open kitchen. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
Paella makes an entrance with lobster and shellfish on top. (David Sprague/ For The Times)
The intimate lounge area upstairs offers sanctuary for the famous and not-so-famous. (David Sprague /For The Times)
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Beso owner Eva Longoria Parker (David Sprague/ For The Times)