Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Downtown

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Cabra - LA

4.9

4.9 (1195)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Cabra Los Angeles is a Peruvian-inspired restaurant by Chef Stephanie Izard and Boka Restaurant Group, located on the top floor of The Hoxton, Downtown LA. Open for Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on the weekends, the lively dining experience is anchored by shareable plates bold in flavor and bright in taste, with sweeping views of Los Angeles.

Top review

Jose

Dined 5 days ago

Everything was amazing, from the food to the service and the place itself!

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Popular dish

Wood-Fired Skirt Steak

Popular dish

Chicken Thigh Skewers

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Salmon Skewers

PROPAGANDA

4.8

4.8 (58)

$30 and under

Italian

Arts District

About the restaurant

Propaganda focuses on organic, biodynamic, Italian natural wines, aperitivi cocktails, Italian style Tapas and the authentic Pizza (Pinsa) Romana.
Aperitivo Happy Hour everyday till 6pm and till 5pm on Sunday

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Annmarie

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Loved the food and ambience at Propaganda. Very friendly and courteous service.

Perch LA

4.6

4.6 (11581)

$31 to $50

French American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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VikR

Dined 3 days ago

Cute date place and delicious food! Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon au Poivre

4.6

4.6 (1417)

$31 to $50

Californian

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.

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Niles

Dined 2 days ago

Beautiful views, fantastic service, sublime cocktails, and food was on point.

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Popular dish

Cara Cara Cobb

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Piri Piri Fried Chicken

Popular dish

Roasted Cauliflower Tacos

Agua Viva

4.6

4.6 (323)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Agua Viva is one of the flagship restaurants in Chef José Andrés’s collection at Conrad Los Angeles. At this chic rooftop restaurant, Chef Andrés effortlessly weaves vibrant Asian flavors with Latin American influences, all while paying homage to his home country of Spain.

Our menu features diverse global flavors that reflect the true melting pot of LA. Designed to be shared, our dishes are as eye-catching as they are vibrant, flavorful, and deeply satisfying. As you decompress in our breezy dining room, enjoy sparkling platters of oysters; a bright, refreshing Young Coconut Ceviche studded with avocado and mango; Chef Andrés’s iconic Txule Burger, made with dry-aged ribeye; and whole fried sea bream, with fresh herbs and mojo verde.

Located within Conrad Los Angeles, a part of the stunning Frank Gehry-designed The Grand LA, Agua Viva features a promenade, bar area, and upper and lower dining rooms with terrace views of the mountains.

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Andre

Dined 3 days ago

A rooftop dining experience you must go to in downtown LA! Spanish influenced cuisine and a really nice vibe to enjoy with a date. The drink menu is quite extensive and they make really great cocktails too! The octopus for the entrée and the croquettes for appetizers are items you should consider ordering. A little tricky finding the restaurant, but ask around for help and you should be guided easily.

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Experience

Weekend Brunch

Rappahannock Oyster Bar @ ROW DTLA

4.5

4.5 (566)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Exposed wood and concrete interiors of ROW DTLA’s historic produce terminal is the ideal setting for Rappahannock Oyster Bar’s first West Coast location. Nestled in LA’s Warehouse District, just blocks from the Arts District and Little Tokyo, ROW DTLA offers a West Coast spin on our East Coast heritage. With an emphasis on sustainability, locally sourced, ethically fished, and responsibly farmed ingredients, the menu draws inspiration from the people of L.A. and the bounty of fresh produce, fish, and meat sourced in Southern California.

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Rosemaryvip

Dined 2 days ago

I love this place. The location is great, and the food is really good. I LOVE oysters and Rappahannock has great oysters and the price can't be beat at happy hour (4-6). All the menu items are great (including the beet salad). The servers and the mangers are thoughtful and prompt. I recommend this place for any day of the week. PS Mario, the manger is exceptional

Rooftop at Wayfarer Hotel DTLA

4.5

4.5 (1808)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

The mood, the views, the late summer afternoon that slips mysteriously into a long LA evening under the stars. Any wonder it’s one of the best rooftop bars in downtown Los Angeles. Join us for killer eats and drinks for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

While it is beautiful and incredibly romantic, our outdoor dining space is not weather proof. In the event of rain or severe weather your reservation may be canceled. If poor weather is forecasted within 24 of your reservation and you have not heard from us, we advise contacting the restaurant directly.

**For large parties between 9 and 20, please contact our team at dining@wayfarerdtla.com.

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Jackie

Dined 4 days ago

It was a beautiful view, and the food was amazing.

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Popular dish

Beignets

LA Cha Cha Chá

4.5

4.5 (1290)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Arts District

About the restaurant

LA Cha Cha Chá is the sister restaurant to Mexico City's Terraza Cha Cha Chá. A place where we celebrate our barrio culture with delicious Mexican food, cocktails, wine, and a wide selection of mezcal and tequila.

HAPPY HOUR SERVICE: Our happy hour is counter-service style. Please order at the bar and seat yourselves. The kitchen closes at 3:30 p.m., but cocktails will flow until 4:00 p.m.

CANCELLATION POLICY: You have until 5 hours before your reservation to cancel, otherwise, your group will be charged a fee of $30 per person. All reservations have a 15 minute grace period, after this time, your booking will be moved to the top of our waiting list.
Parties of 1-2 reserve the table for 1.5 hours. Parties of 3-4 reserve the table for 2 hours. Parties of 5-6 reserve the table for 2.5 hours. Parties of 7+ reserve the table for 3 hours.
- We do not take requests for specific tables
- Reservations are weather permitted

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soraya

Dined 3 days ago

Prices for the portions overpriced, but otherwise great experience.

Abernethy's

4.4

4.4 (866)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Chef in Residence: -Pyet DeSpain
Native Mexican American Cuisine

Located in Downtown Los Angeles on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, Abernethy’s is a destination restaurant offering a unique, ever-changing dining experience from LA, for LA. Featuring up-and-coming chefs and new menus for special limited engagements, Abernethy’s highlights the diverse flavors and people that make up Los Angeles. Abernethy’s is the story of the LA, related and plated by the Chefs who tell it best.

Open 3 Hours before shows at Dorthey Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theater and Mark Taper Forum

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Rochelle

Dined on Aug 22, 2024

Food was fantastic! Unfortunately there was a miscue with the kitchen and we didn’t get our mains for an hour and had to rush to get to our show at 8pm. We sat down at 6:30 and didn’t get served until 7:40. Appetizers and drinks came out quickly though and were delicious.

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Popular dish

fishermans stew

(abeautifullife) Jamaican Kitchen

4.2

4.2 (356)

$30 and under

Jamaican

Little Tokyo

About the restaurant

(abeautifullife) Jamaican was founded in 2013. Our Culinary style draws from our Jamaican heritage with Asian & Indian influences. Using generational family recipes as our guide, we take our guests on a culinary journey with exuberant & bright flavors. At our Second Location, (abeautifullife) Jamaican Kitchen, we have expanded our vision with farm to table ingredients which are sustainably sourced. Here, we have crafted a culinary sweet spot that reimagines modern Jamaican cuisine through a prism of playful sophistication. Curating a space where the energy of Downtown LA, and a calm Caribbean breeze collide. Mixing up cocktails that takes you on an Island vacation, enhanced by the sounds of our Resident Djs spinning Hip Hop Dancehall, and Reggae. From the moment you walk into the space you are transported to the cozy confines of our family's living room, with inviting textures & a welcoming crew that invites you to become a part of our ever-unfolding story, & our extended family.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Aug 4, 2024

The food was amazing. Our server diamond was the best. Friend snapped 10/10 also Alil spicy.

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Experience

(abeautifullife) Happy Hour

Experience

Bottomless Mimosas

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