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1. DISTRICT
4.1
Excellent(485)
$$$$
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
A dining & drinking democracy founded on uncompromising quality and an element of surprise offering seasonal Californian cuisine & cocktails that dazzle the senses and intensify connection. DISTRICT’S design philosophy mirrors its deliciously unexpected approach to food and drink. The resulting atmosphere is a marvelously curated art meets craft, past meets future vibe that is wholly enticing and utterly original.
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2. Zinqué - DTLA
4.5
Awesome(622)
$$$$
• French • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
zinqué is a beloved neighborhood hotspot & all-day restaurant serving French-inspired dishes, small plates, craft cocktails & a uniquely curated wine selection. Inspired by the zinc countertop bars & cafés of Paris, many of its customers consider it a second home—a place to work, linger & socialize. Open from 7am till late, the space transforms from a European-style bistro & café, serving full breakfast with La Colombe coffee drinks & its famous Le Bowl for lunch, to full service dining at night. (zin-kae)
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3. Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Los Angeles
4.6
Exceptional(25)
$$$$
• American • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
Lazy Dog serves handcrafted American food and drink with seasonally-inspired ingredients. When you walk in, you get a small mountain town vibe from the warm, caring service and the rustic social setting. It's a great place to get together with friends and family.
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4. Bengara
new
4.1
Excellent(14)
$$$$
• Japanese • Arts District
Booked 2 times today
Bengara by Smoke Door is a Genshiyaki and binchotan-focused restaurant in the Arts District, led by Chef/Owner Tyler Burges (Saison, Angler, Michael Mina). The menu features refined, shareable dishes—from fish and prawns to eel and market-driven vegetables—prepared over binchotan using traditional Japanese techniques. Set in an upscale izakaya-style space, Bengara offers a convivial dining experience rooted in seasonality, craftsmanship, and fire-driven flavor. Please note, we are unable to accommodate vegans or celiacs within our restaurant. If you have any specific dietary restrictions, allergies, or aversions please contact us via email at info@bengara-la.com
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5. BADMAASH Downtown LA
4.5
Awesome(1293)
$$$$
• Indian • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Badmaash is an Indian gastropub in downtown Los Angeles that serves up some super tasty Indian cuisine different from anything you've tried before. The restaurant is known for its bold flavors, modern design, and hip-hop playlist. The menu features a variety of dishes, including street food staples, classic Indian dishes with a twist, and innovative creations like the chicken tikka poutine. Whether you're a fan of Indian food or just looking for something new and exciting, Badmaash is definitely worth checking out.
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6. Poppy + Rose
4.5
Awesome(731)
$$$$
• American • Flower District
Booked 20 times today
Poppy + Rose is known for our buttermilk fried chicken & waffles, pulled pork hash, mimosas, rose mojito and more! Come visit us at the historic SoCal Flower Market 7 days a week from 9AM-3PM. Poppy+Rose's Rooftop Patio is currently closed; all groups will be seated in our indoor dining room located at 765 Wall Street. Poppy+Rose welcomes walk-ins 7 days a week. For groups up to 8, reservations can be made Mon-Thurs via Open Table. We do not take reservations on Friday or Saturday for groups under 9.For groups of 9+ we offer large party pricing and reservations 7 days a week for our dining room only. While a reservation for a large group is not necessary, the pricing for large parties will still apply to all walk-in parties of 9+. For large party reservations and buyout pricing please email gm@poppyandrose.com.
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7. Sonoritas - DTLA
4.1
Excellent(70)
$$$$
• Mexican • Little Tokyo
Booked 4 times today
We believe food should be prepared with nothing less than the best.That's why our salsas and dishes are all made from scratch. Made with only seasonal, local and preferably organic ingredients, even our corn tortillas are homemade!We have tried and tested every dish, every sauce and every ingredient over and over until it's perfect, to make your experience one above the rest. And we always keep one thing in mind.Real tacos are not fast food. Real tacos are meant to be full of the tender, juicy, rich flavor of a steak, cooked to your preference; with at least as much care and dedication as a chef would put into a steak.
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8. Cafe Fig
4.6
Exceptional(68)
$$$$
• Café • Downtown
Booked 12 times today
A mainstay for DTLA professionals, locals and tourists alike – Cafe Fig is an everyday gathering place for all. Our culinary team uses classic quintessential recipes infused with unique, natural ingredients, to reimagine iconic dishes, offering breakfast, lunch and bar bites, consisting mainly of locally-sourced ingredients. Which feature fresh, organic, and sustainable products, along with vegan and gluten free options. **After 3PM only Lounge seating is available.
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9. Jemma Hollywood
4.7
Exceptional(734)
$$$$
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 63 times today
Jemma pays homage to old-school Italian-American joints with a touch of modern California flair. Experience the classics like spicy rigatoni and spaghetti & meatballs, as well as pizzas made with a dough that took over 4 years to perfect.
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10. Lady Byrd Cafe
3.4
Very Good(73)
$$$$
• Café • Echo Park
Booked 2 times today
Cozy outdoor patio cafe with private greenhouse garden seating available. FOR GREENHOUSE RESERVATIONS SELECT "Outside" table.Our other outdoor patio tables will be considered "regular" tables.Located at 2100 Echo Park Ave Los Angeles, CA 90026

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