MILLENNIAL PINK, that lively blush hue that's seen everywhere nowadays, from magazine spreads to trendy outfits to foods like ice cream, didn't just spring out of the blue — er, pink — back in 2015 or '16. It's a sweet shade that has retro roots in the '60s and 1970s, specifically the 1970s of Los Angeles. Pink shag carpeting, bright pink caftans, and all manner of ruddy-toned cocktails and appetizers once held stylish sway, making the the flush-fun tint all the hip rage back in the day. The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel was around during that era, and we're not even going to throw down a spoiler alert on that, as you likely know its history, for in but a few years the storied Hollywood Boulevard landmark will celebrate its big 100th. And to lightly tap into some of that '70s pink, palm-pretty energy, with a dose of bivalve chic, the hotel recently debuted a new seafooderie with the catchy handle of...
THE ROSY OYSTER: For sure, a certain briny superstar takes a prominent place on the menu, as well as other water-borne bites like ahi tuna tartare, mini lobster toast, and California halibut crudo. As for the oysters themselves, though? Nab a half dozen for $21, and select from a luscious line-up, including Marin miyagi, Kumamoto, Beau soleil, and Wellfleet. A bevy of piquant complements, including horseradish, are available, as are wines intriguingly selected by sommelier Lelañea Fulton. Slurping is pretty mandatory, when dining in an oyster-cool hideaway, but be sure to take in the environs as you oyster-up, which include illustrations, here and there, from artist Amit Greenberg, lush palm wallpaper, nature-inspired imagery, and a spot that's steps away from one of SoCal's most starry swimming holes, The Tropicana Pool. The dates? You'll want to backstroke on by for your bivalves Tuesdays through Saturdays.
