Best Californian Restaurants in Downtown

Valet parking essentially mandatory and is very limited, plan accordingly, even at weekday lunch. Very long lapse between soup and salad. Gumbo was tasty and not overly hot/spicy. Consistency of the gumbo was more like gravy/sauce than soupy/broth, choose based on your personal preference. The quantity of seafood was modest. At this price point should have bread or crackers served with a soup, none offered or served. Gem lettuce (Lover's Salad) was very good and the salmon portion was more than adequate, again, no bread or crackers. Service was tip top upon arrival but once order placed and served we were forgotten.

Great decor and ambiance but very loud when crowded. The wine selection is impressive and somewhat expensive. The menu is small but with good choices to pair with vino. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.

I visited Ellie's today for a weekend birthday celebration with friends and I had an awesome time! All of our wait staff were awesome and very attentive, even escorting to the restroom, since I had never dined at Ellie's before. The skyline view of the Arts District, makes your dining experience an extra plus. After brunch, the hotel concierge did not hesitate to give us a tour of the hotel rooms and rooftop heated pool, The artwork is just breathtaking, and Ellie's invite you to draw your own art in little journals that they keep. Thank you Elle's for making my birthday brunch an awesome experience!