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Castaway - Burbank
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(11,471)Burbank - 2
Perch LA
Price: Expensive•French American•4.6(11,968)Downtown - 3
Gjelina
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(2,425)Venice - 4
Javier's DTLA
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.4(37)Downtown - 5
Élephante Santa Monica
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(1,620)Santa Monica
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STK - Los Angeles
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.3(2,655)Westwood - 2
NIKU X
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(401)Downtown - 3
71Above
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(6,041)Downtown - 4
Girl & the Goat L.A.
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(4,215)Downtown - 5
Republique
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.7(5,320)Hollywood
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Meteora
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(1,168)Hollywood - 2
Providence
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.9(4,415)Hollywood - 3
La Boheme
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(4,759)West Hollywood - 4
The Little Door
Price: Expensive•Contemporary French•4.8(3,064)West Hollywood - 5
Openaire
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.5(2,367)Koreatown
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Genwa Korean BBQ DTLA
Price: Expensive•Korean•4.9(35)Enjoy a delicious meal with friends or family at Genwa Korean BBQ DTLA located at the heart of downtown Los Angeles. It boasts an contemporary decor and a casual atmosphere, offering high-quality meats and other authentic Korean dishes. Genwa dtla is renowned for its extensive variety of "banchan" Korean side dishes, setting it apart from other Korean BBQ establishments. Notably, Genwa features state-of-the-art smokeless grills, ensuring you won't smell like you've been to a campfire. Guests can choose from seafood, beef, pork and veggies to cook at their table on a smokeless grill. Genwa also has appetizers, desserts and dumplings, as well as noodle, vegetarian and rice dishes. It even provides entrées that are cooked in the kitchen. Earning top spot on LA Weekly's 10 Best Korean BBQ Restaurants in Los Angeles in 2012, Genwa continues to impress. It offers a full bar serving numerous drinks and cocktails. The restaurant accepts reservations and offers take-out services to guests.Majordōmo
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(50)Majordōmo, from Dave Chang and Momofuku, serves California cuisine inspired by the different food cultures present in Los Angeles and the bounty of Southern California products. In a sleek, industrial setting with a sun-soaked patio and full bar, Majordōmo offers various ways to dine for groups of all sizes. Executive Chef Tim Mangun highlights California’s bounty through knockout large format dishes like whole plate short rib and smoked bo ssäm to a constantly changing roster of bings & dips.
Sakana Sushi Lounge DTLA
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.5(274)Sakana Sushi Lounge is the culmination of hand selected fish and creative Japanese cuisine in an elegant yet comfortable space in Downtown Los Angeles. We'll be the first to admit it; quality is not what it used to be. Our restaurant's focus is on using the highest quality ingredients which may be a paradigm shift in an our fast paced world. Our team hand selects real fish on a daily basis as a ritual and deep commitment to those who allow us the pleasure of serving them. Our restaurant's recipes and methods are rich in decades of experience, while our dining area commands a stylish contemporary edge. Our expert staff isn't just here to serve, but really to be a guide into a unique, Japanese experience through a menu of thoughtful and flavorful selections.Sushi Enya - Little Tokyo
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.7(138)Under new management; we are no longer taking any of regular dinning nor Omakase reservations.
Sushi Enya is a Japanese sushi restaurant that first opened in the heart of Little Tokyo in Downtown, LA. After five years of perseverance and experimentation in Downtown, LA, we opened our second location in beautiful Old Town Pasadena.
Our third location, which opened in 2018, is located in the beach city of Marina Del Rey.
Our owner Chef Kimiyasu Enya trained for over 10 years in Japan to perfect his craft.
It is our goal to ensure that quality remains consistent and every experience is enjoyable for all guests.
Dahlia
Price: Moderate•Cocktail Bar•4.8(27)Experience an intimate space for afternoon tea at Dahlia, our newest DTLA destination nestled amid the Downtown bustle. Enjoy a selection of botanical teas and garden-fresh treats in a cozy setting. Gather with friends for a delightful afternoon within Dahlia’s immersive interiors, designed by Kelly Wearstler. Drawing inspiration from Mexican modernism and Moroccan aesthetics, the space features a rich palette of pinks, warm ambers, and verdant greens, complemented by textured tilework, vintage furnishings, and a stunning glass installation from LA’s Judson Studios. Indulge in curated experience by our talented team, Caroline Styne and Chef Suzanne Goin, showcasing local and seasonal ingredients.71Above
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(6,041)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.
Manuela
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.7(251)Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.
Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.
Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.Redbird - Los Angeles
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(3,153)Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser has crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Jaime Azrate's wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.
The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.
Bar Amá
Price: Moderate•Tex-Mex•4.7(467)Bar Amá is a Tex-Mex restaurant located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Our outdoor patio is available only on Friday & Saturday evenings (weather permitting). If you have any questions, please e-mail us at info@bar-ama.com or visit bar-ama.com.
"Fideo and borracho beans with cilantro and pork belly simmering on the stove, the spicy warmth of menudo every Christmas and New Year’s, egg salad with a fried egg between a butter toasted bolillo, and puffy tacos stuffed with lengua carnitas and crushed avocado and doused with pequin chile vinegar salsa. These are just some of the dishes that have inspired me – the food that I was nurtured with by the women who raised me. Bar Amá is my interpretation of their Tex-Mex." – Chef Josef CentenoPizzeria Bianco - LA
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(710)Los Angeles outpost of Chef Chris Bianco's James Beard award-winning pizzeria, located in ROW DTLA. We strongly encourage making a reservation, though we do hold space to accommodate walk-ins. Please ensure all guests, including children, are included in reservation headcount. Be advised that if you add guests to your reservation without prior confirmation, we may not be able to accommodate.
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- DDLVIPLos Angeles •13 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoChose to celebrate our niece’s graduation at DTLA. I’m so glad we did! It was such a memorable day and top off with a memorable meal. Thank you so much!More infoJOEY DTLAPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.7
- MMyleneLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAwesome! So happy to find such a great restaurant downtown!More infoWater Grill – Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown•4.7
- PPersia1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThe ambience, the food the service was excellent! I was impressed and I will definitely be coming backMore infoMrs. FishPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown•4.6
- TTeenaLos Angeles •6 reviews5.0Dined on May 10, 2025We decided to celebrate Mother’s Day with the girls and the place is super pretty and the food price fair, the ambiance is cute and they are very accommodating to our event needs we just live it.More infoSettecento DTLAPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.5
- OOmarLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined on May 10, 2025Outstanding experience! Delicious food with a great view.More infoPerch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles is Le Comptoir
The best vegan restaurants in Downtown Los Angeles are NIKU X, Cabra - LA and Dahlia
The best vegetarian restaurants in Downtown Los Angeles are Perch LA, Girl & the Goat L.A. and Enoteca Del Re
The restaurants with the best service in Downtown Los Angeles are Bar Asobu, Enoteca Del Re and The Exchange Restaurant
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Downtown Los Angeles are The Biltmore Los Angeles, The Association and The Exchange Restaurant
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