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Otium, Los Angeles, CA
Otium, Los Angeles, CA
Otium, Los Angeles, CA
Otium, Los Angeles, CA
Otium, Los Angeles, CA

Otium

4.7
4.7
2656 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Otium is a contemporary restaurant that draws from the rich culinary heritage of Timothy Hollingsworth. It is designed to be a social restaurant with a dramatic open kitchen merging indoor and outdoor spaces. The restaurant’s name, Otium, has its roots in Latin. A word that is meant to emphasize a place where time can be spent on leisurely social activities, both eating and drinking; adjacent to one of Los Angeles" most important cultural streets—Grand Avenue—and next to its newest, most vibrant addition, the contemporary art museum, The Broad. The restaurant draws inspiration from the 100-year-old olive trees planted in Broad Plaza by utilizing rustic cooking with live fire and sustainable ingredients grown in the garden of the restaurant’s mezzanine. Otium strips away the rigid formalities of dining while focusing on the quality of food, warm service, and relaxed casual ambience.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 20 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (213) 935-8500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Timothy Hollingsworth
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for Catering inquiries at events@otiumla.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For more information on our multiple private and semi-private event spaces please contact our team: Events@OtiumLA.com.
  • Private party contact
    Spark O'Connell: (213) 514-0131
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    between 2nd St and 3rd St
  • Parking details
    Valet is located on upper Grand Avenue between 2nd and 3rd streets
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,656 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Contemporary American

2,656 Reviews
  1. Mikel

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful experience during my time at Otium. We went for a birthday dinner, and we felt incredibly special. The atmosphere is charming, the drinks were excellent and the food was incredible. I got the Roasted chicken and I was blown away with how juicy it was. The Naan was also a top choice for us as we ordered it twice!! If you are ever looking for a nice date night, I highly recommend Otium!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is phenomenal to say the least. I wanted the pork chop however the server advised it takes about 45 min so we opted for the chicken which was so dang good. I would def come back. The drinks didn’t disappoint either. Yes, they’re a little costly however they are so worth it

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  3. Monica

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Small portions for price. Food was not a standout. Not the service expected for the price point.

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  4. jffinn

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    food and service were great! was going to the Music Center, so timing was critical and staff was very attentive check-in area / host stand is awkward - only thing to fix!

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  5. Grace

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was great. The only hiccup was that my server poured Sancerre into my almost (but not quite) empty glass of Sauvignon Blanc. We were headed to the LA Phil soon after so I left it alone. Otherwise a stellar evening all around and will be back!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the food here and it was a special evening as my parents just flew in from England. They were impressed.

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  7. CFFoodie

    Los Angeles

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, friendly team members, and a pleasant ambience combined once again to create another wonderful pre-concert meal at Otium. Uplifting!

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  8. slee

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    My first experience at Otium was unfortunately disappointing. I had heard great things from friends. Upon arrival, we were seated in the corner of the outside patio. The location was not ideal, but so be it, it's a spot, it is what it is. The table was awkward as the chair was too big to fit between the legs of the table so we had to sit far away from the table itself. It took a while for our server to come to take our order, but it allowed us some time to go through some reviews to figure out what we wanted to order. Unfortunately for us, the Fish Collar was already sold out at 6 PM...mildly disappointing, but nevertheless, that happens. The alcoholic drink came out quickly, but the juice we ordered too two more tries to get. When it arrived, we realized it was probably just the canned juice that they use for cocktails. One dish was set to arrive, but it was something we didn't order. After telling them twice that we didn't order it, they came back with the next dishes, which came out promptly. Food itself was tasty. The cucumber salad was refreshing. The fish we did end up getting was buttery and delicious. As we got our bill, the server was kind enough to remove the juice from our bill. However, there as a random charge for sparkling water. The experience between finishing up and paying and then getting everything corrected was just slow moving. Our server provided me with a new bill, but then forgot to provide me with one that I could sign and add tip to. Overall, just a very awkward end to an average experience at Otium. The whisky selection is excellent and might be the only reason my alcoholic self will return.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Apple

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect place to have dinner before or after a show, the food was delicious and the service wonderful!

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  10. garyb

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot next to The Broad and just down the street from Disney Hall/ Music Center. Perfect to grab some food before our show. Excellent food, great service. Higher priced, but worth it

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  11. BusinessTraveler

    Los Angeles

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely outdoor patio setting, friendly and efficient service but best of all is the food. Just wow! Each dish was created carefully, provides for a depth and breadth of flavors and overall was wonderful. Their signature chicken, steak tartare and bucatini were particularly good.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was excellent. Wine by the glass was on the high end. Glass of Sav Blanc shouldn’t be $30 when the entrees are not too far from that.

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  13. RLLM

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a lovely time at this bastion of elevated, confort food: we enjoyed a veritable feast of whole Branzino, freshly made pasta (the Bucatini was insane!) and rounds of Naan (who knew bread and butter could be so life-affirming?!) The staff are always wonderful and seem to really enjoy working there. Sha’had (sp?) Brooke, Ronald are just 3 of the stars! ❤️ I love this place!!!!

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  14. SnehaE

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my nephew here for his birthday. The food was amazing. We got the tomahawk steak, gnoki, cauliflower, crispy potatoes and Naan with marrow spread. The server was very friendly. When we got there they even had a sweet birthday card for my nephew. We both enjoyed seeing the kitchen where all the magic happens. Overall experience was unforgettable.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Honestly amazing food and service. Priced fairly too. You all should be very proud

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  16. Momof2

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    At outdoors but might be noisy if inside. Food yummy

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  17. LiaT

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Always one of my favorite places but for some reason this time it was a comedy of errors. Waited over 15 min to get seated even with reservations. Then the host takes us to our seats only to get us back up again because there was a seat confusion. Leaves us in the middle of the restaurant while she goes back to the front to sort out, eventually comes back and takes us to the opposite side to the outside patio. We didn’t see a server for another 20 minutes. She seemed super busy. Eventually we asked the person who brought us water and he found someone from inside who came over to take our drink order. Our server eventually came but had no clue someone else had taken our drink order, etc…I can go on but it was that kind of night. As far as the food, it was ok. My only disappointment there was that the pork chops which are usually excellent, were super over cooked and dry. I will go back because I’m hoping this was a one time fluke but it was disappointing

    1 person found this helpful

  18. Quintus

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place to go after a day at the Broad Museum or before a show in DTLA. The food is perfect or people who want something different unique and delicious. 5 out of 5 Stars !

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  19. MariaO

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food were amazing. Our waitress recommended everything on the menu that was delicious. Cauliflower is a must!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience4
    Good and ambiance was incredible. Most of the staff treated us well. We were really uncomfortable and disappointed in how our server treated us when we chose to not order the large format plates and sides . We were talked down to and treated so poorly . We took home leftovers because we had already ordered to much food . Overall , it was one individual and rest of staff was good .

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This meal and experience will live rent free for me for the rest of forever haha

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  22. NailahJ

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My dining experience was quite lovely. I took my partner to this restaurant for their birthday. They gave us a nice size table, they explained the menu, the drink menu, while also surprising us with a birthday dessert. All around, I felt like we were very taken care of and it was much appreciated. 

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Off the charts good! Outstanding waiter (and team) accommodated our tight theater schedule with grace. The food was just amazing— so savory and crafted, cleanly. Spices, reductions, the real deal. Otium is a convenient walking distance to the Music Center. The location — tucked back behind the Broad museum — is like an oasis in the concrete jungle.

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  24. robin

    Los Angeles

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, great service- they really know how to do it. Tomato tart, squid ink Cavatelli, pork chop, Otium potatoes, carrots- all fabulous. A minor misstep in the beginning- food came before any beverages- but that was quickly corrected. Can’t wait to go back and try more dishes!

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  25. Ewok

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this restaurant from the naan bread to the main courses. It’s a bit pricey but your paying for top dining in LA as well as a one of kind experience.

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  26. FoodieMom

    Los Angeles

    72 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Otium is a very upscale and nice restaurant. I met a friend who was in town for business and I can't see that she will want to return. The wait staff was very friendly, though one person's shift ended during our meal and another took over which wasn't as seamless as I would have liked. The first course salads were really good and tasty. The second course (I had a prawn dish) I just didn't enjoy it as much as the salad course. We did not have dessert. All in all, on my 3 or 4th time here, it was my least favorite visit.

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  27. EAD19

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food was incredible! Loved the corn agnolotti and beef bucatini! Delicious!

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  28. BBBTFB

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We LOVE this restaurant - their food is always delish. We especially like the roasted chicken, the seasoning on this is amazing. And we love the way it comes with those tasty smashed potatoes!

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  29. SharonP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I have ever had. It was a perfect date night.

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  30. JenniferL

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing favors and delicious food. Portions are on the small side. Excellent service.

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  31. Tara

    Los Angeles

    49 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The staff is the problem. From the moment we walked in and told the host of our reservation, she acted immediately as if we were lucky to be there. Super cold and removed. We were 15 minutes early for our rez and our table was empty but she wouldn’t seat us and kept insisting we go to the bar and not wait at the front of the restaurant. We told her we would sit at our table and order a drink but nope, she mad us wait 25 minutes for our empty table. By the time we were seated, we could have already ordered drinks for everyone at our table and been on to a second round, so the restaurant missed out on more than $100. Not very bright. Then the waiter, trying get us to order more and more, kept hovering until one of my friends asked him for some breathing room. The food is delicious and the main dining area is pretty. But there are loads of places in LA where that is the case. You must treat your patrons with respect, not act as though they are fortunate to be there. Also, FYI, the restaurants adds a 5% surcharge - not for the staff but because the cost of doing business has increased, the menu says in small print at the bottom.. Soooo….raise your prices and be transparent about what you’re really charging for the food. Because in the end, you’re paying verrrry steep prices, plus 5% service fee, 20% tip, and nearly 10% tax = 35% above very high prices. I don’t want to be saying all this but my friends and I walked out of there saying we probably wouldn’t go back. And that’s a shame because the food is fantastic. Sorry to the kitchen staff that does a great job. They need to fix the front of the house and hire new, warmer and kinder hosts and waitstaff. And put the real price of the food on the menu. It’s just good business.

    2 people found this helpful

  32. MarkL

    Atlanta Metro

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent date night. Went to the Broad museum and also should and will go even when not going to the museum.

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  33. Craigo

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful and unique flavors. The sweet corn agnolotti was amazing—my dinner partner said it was the best thing she has ever tasted. Would go back in a minute.

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  34. RobertM

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Had to wait 25 minutes when we had a reservation then was seated outside (not cool). Food and service was great.

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  35. KristinR

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! As parents that don’t get out often, we really appreciated the vibe and friendliness of all the staff. The drinks were delicious. The pacing of the food as it was brought out was perfect and every dish we shared was phenomenal! Also, I have a gluten sensitivity and I was amazed at all the dishes I could eat. We will be back, thank you for such a special evening.

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  36. BelenC

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came for our anniversary and couldn't have had a better experience! Service was amazing and food was EVEN BETTER. Get the Street Corn Agnolotti.. to die for.

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  37. JennJ

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing. The naan, the pâté and duck were perfect. Star of the night was the russet potato gnocchi with guanciale - worth another trek to LA just for that. 11/10 stars and can’t wait to go back.

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  38. Pablomcc

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to enjoy a cool vibe, professional yet casual staff and really great food. We took the metro there and found it extremely convenient.

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  39. Aeper

    Palm Springs

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Underwhelmed. Service was slow, food was good. They brought us the wrong dishes to our table at one point, then took them to a table over from us when we told them it wasn’t for us. I ordered a soda drink but it never arrived. I asked twice. It wasn’t horrible but just a miss for us.

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  40. Tara

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful ambiance. Original menu with unique dishes. Excellent service. There was only one dish that should be revisited: the pork chop was not at the calibre of the rest of the dishes. It was more like straight up ham than a tenderloin quality cut. All else was excellent.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Otium is rated 4.7 stars by 2656 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Otium

222 Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Additional information

  • Cross street
    between 2nd St and 3rd St
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet is located on upper Grand Avenue between 2nd and 3rd streets
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Timothy Hollingsworth
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (213) 935-8500
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for Catering inquiries at events@otiumla.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For more information on our multiple private and semi-private event spaces please contact our team: Events@OtiumLA.com.
  • Private party contact
    Spark O'Connell: (213) 514-0131
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