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1. Bestia
4.8
Exceptional(8436)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 110 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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2. 71Above
4.8
Exceptional(6037)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 42 times today
71Above is a hot spot due to its stunning views, excellent service, and delicious food. Reviewers have consistently praised the restaurant for its 'exquisite' and 'modern American' cuisine, 'professional' and 'attentive' staff, and 'spectacular' ocean and city views. It's described as a 'unique' and 'fantastic' place that's perfect for 'special occasions' and 'feeling on top of the world'.
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3. Perch LA
4.6
Exceptional(11966)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 223 times today
Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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4. LA Prime at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel
4.8
Exceptional(2944)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 35 times today
Best New York style steakhouse in Downtown LA with a magnificent view of Los Angeles. We only serve prime beef and freshest seafood. Featuring our top selling signature entrées -- 24 oz. Bone-in Delmonico Ribeye, prime steak, cook to perfection and Maine Lobster Three-Pound, poached or thermidor. Our 90 points-plus wine from the list offers you super premium wine by the glass.
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5. Bavel
4.8
Exceptional(5094)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 108 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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6. Spire73
4.5
Awesome(2275)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Enjoy breathtaking sunset views and a sparkling Los Angele from the tallest open-air bar & restaurant in the western hemisphere. We value your business and want to keep you informed as our reservation cancellation policy has changed. Thank you in advance for understanding of our new policy change. We are excited to welcome you to Spire 73, the tallest open-air bar in the western hemisphere!CHANGE & CANCELLATION POLICIES: TEXT MESSAGE ONLY +1 (323) 369-1381 or email (info@spire73.com)
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7. Javier's DTLA
new
4.5
Awesome(11)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 134 times today
JAVIER'S presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly, captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, al fresco patios, one of our intimate private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar surrounded by one of the West Coast's largest selection of the world's finest tequilas. We at JAVIER'S consider all our wonderful customers a part of our family and thank them for their support and sharing in the success and joy that is JAVIER'S. Come experience the freshness of our original Mexican cuisine in a warm, friendly environment at one of our five locations.
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8. La Boucherie
4.6
Exceptional(1370)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 56 times today
The ultimate panoramic dining experience in Los Angeles. La Boucherie is an elegant American steak and seafood restaurant boasting an intimate bar featuring sophisticated mixologists crafting bespoke cocktails. Discreet private dining rooms, a Chef’s Table, and Starlight Booths are all available with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the L.A. skyline to accommodate discerning guests. La Boucherie’s menu features reimagined classics, all created with the finest and freshest ingredients available, many of which are sourced locally. The dining experience is enhanced by a cheese cave, charcuterie atelier, and an extensive, carefully curated Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list featuring over 1,200 hand-selected international and American wines.Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required; however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts, or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.
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9. Mrs. Fish
4.6
Exceptional(1737)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 65 times today
A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for special occasions, events, or full dining experiences. Our menu spans Japanese small plates, sushi, entrees, and premium steak cuts.*Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $14.00 *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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10. Water Grill – Los Angeles
4.7
Exceptional(5434)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 96 times today
Water Grill has been serving seafood in Downtown Los Angeles since 1989. This iconic seafood destination in the place to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine.
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  • Omar
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Outstanding experience! Delicious food with a great view.
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    Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Kate
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Absolutely incredible service and ambience. Will be back when in LA.
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    BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
    •
    4.8
  • Diana
    Los Angeles •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was delicious! Happy to see the quality and taste still remain the same, if not better since the last time I went which was in 2018!
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    •
    4.8
  • Breana
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We got there early but sat us right away. Sat near a window. It was out anniversary and we had no complaints. Our dessert came with a candle and they told us congratulations. Our food was hot delicious and just enough
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    71AbovePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
    •
    4.8
  • scott
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We got their 20min before our reservations and they were able to sit us already. The hotel has a very nice ambience considering it's location. Our waiter Mark and his assistant Mario were wonderful, Mark made really great recommendations for our meal to be perfect. Very friendly, personable, by far the best I have had at a nice fine dining restaurant. I would definitely reserve again. The meal, the side, wine pairing and dessert made our anniversary special in every way. It was a perfect setting to a perfect evening with my husband. Please thank them for a wonderful evening. At least someone out there is doing things right to make the customer experience a memorable one.
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    LA Prime at The Westin Bonaventure HotelPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
    •
    4.8

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