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1. Moreton Fig

4.3

Awesome(503)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• reserved • Downtown

Moreton Fig is a unique USC Hospitality concept located in the Ronald Tutor Campus Center. The stylish, vibrant space features a coffee and tea cafe, indoor seating & outdoor patio anchored by USC's historic Moreton Bay Fig Trees. Moreton Fig is open for coffee and grab and go style breakfast & lunch items Monday through Friday from 8 AM until 2 PM. The patio is available for private and semi-private dining - to book please contact our events team at 213-740-5956 or Private.Events@usc.edu.

2. Javier's DTLA

4.6

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 116 times today

Located on 12th St, Between S. Flower St & S. Figueroa St. 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.

3. Bestia

4.8

Exceptional(8464)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 165 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

4. Perch LA

4.6

Exceptional(11985)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Downtown

Booked 213 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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5. Fixins Soul Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(4585)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Soul food • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

*We encourage all guests to plan ahead for parking to ensure your reservation time is met.*We have a 15-minute grace period. If you will be arriving later than the grace period, please message us on OpenTable or your reservation will be cancelled. *All dining experiences are limited to 90 minutes to accommodate all reservations.*We accept reservations for up to 8 guests. *All parties of 9+ can visit www.fixinssoulkitchencatering.com to fill out an inquiry form for large parties. We will be in touch between 24 to 48 hours with further details.*Each reservation is treated separately. We cannot guarantee nearby seating for separate reservations.*We ask that your full party be present in order to be seated.*An automatic 20% service charge is included for all parties of 6+ w/ the option to split checks up to 3 times, max.

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6. Girl & the Goat L.A.

4.7

Exceptional(4240)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard and her team are thrilled to have joined LA’s vibrant restaurant community and continue our tradition of serving bold-flavored foods in a fun and lively family-style setting. Stephanie and her team have also crafted new dishes inspired by California produce and local flavors, like carrot-tahini dip with tahini tofu, and curried goat with radishes, pickled vegetables, and masa chips. To enhance the experience we offer a selection of wines from around the world with a focus on small producers, a rotating list of craft beers, and a list of innovative cocktails created by our bartenders. Located in the Arts District at 555 Mateo, Girl & the Goat offers dinner service Monday through Sunday, plus brunch Sunday. Girl & the Goat accepts reservations but always welcomes walk-ins, travelers and adventurers!

7. Bavel

4.8

Exceptional(5114)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Downtown

Booked 113 times today

A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

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8. Cara Cara at Downtown LA Proper

4.6

Exceptional(1553)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 53 times today

From the golden daylight to the twinkling evening, all are welcome to experience the fresh bounty of Cara Cara. Chef Suzanne Goin's seasonal menu showcases California's best produce with her festive and irresistible rooftop fare. The expansive outdoor space features an elevated dining area with endless skyline views surrounded by a lushly landscaped lower lounge. Slip into one of the many cozy seating arrangements or sit by the fire pit and enjoy an innovative cocktail, wine, or beer paired by award-winning sommelier Caroline Styne. Every dish is crafted with a seed oil-free approach, bringing even greater care and vitality to the rooftop dining experience.

9. 71Above

4.8

Exceptional(6058)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 75 times today

Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the surrounding mountain ranges. 71Above is a Michelin level experience featuring the finest ingredients, world-class wine list and craft cocktails. The Restaurant and Skylounge have a 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.71Above features a 3 course Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. We kindly ask all dining room guests to participate in the coursed menu. Please be aware, any seating requests are noted, but not guaranteed. WINDOW TABLES ARE NOT GUARANTEED. 18% service charge is added to all checks. Valet is available at 633 W. 5th Street or Self parking is available under the building at 633 W. Hope Place. $18 for 3 hours.

10. JOEY DTLA

4.8

Exceptional(305)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 90 times today

*Looking to book for 7+ people? Email us at DTLA.reservations@joeyrestaurants.com and someone will get back to you shortly!*JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Wrapping the corner of 7th and S Flower St with the largest street level patio downtown Los Angeles, JOEY DTLA features a theatre kitchen, a stunning stone bartop and a custom wine wall in the lounge. The dining room showcases a large commissioned art piece by Los Angeles local, America Martin, an interior willow tree that provides an oasis within the city.

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BernadetteVIP
Los Angeles •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our group appreciated the gracious and amazing service. The food...well, it goes without saying was outstanding. Thank you for a great group dining experience 🩷
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Robert
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall a nice experience. Service was a bit lacking and the food wasn’t the best. But overall enjoyable and the atmosphere was great. I would still plan to return again.
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Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
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4.6
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AmandaVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The best food I’ve had in a while, it was amazing!!
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Girl & the Goat L.A.Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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Yessenia
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always the food was delicious. The service was excellent.
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Javier's DTLAPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown
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4.6
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ChristaVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •29 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 30, 2024
Awesome experience ! Love coming here ! Food is always on point ! Staff amazing !!
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Moreton FigPrice: Moderate• reserved• Downtown
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4.3

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