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1. Little Sister - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(1727)

Price: Moderate

• Southeast Asian • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

Little Sister DTLA features East-meets-West inspired dishes served in arelaxed social environment that feels more residential thanrestaurant, as if you"re being invited into the Chef Tin's home.Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the moreinteresting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne outof the European colonization of Southeast Asia. Dishes blend andbalance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with Frenchtechniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu iscontinually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and theseasons. Scott Young along with Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage programwith a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from aroundthe world. Craft beer selection includes special batches from TheBrewery at Abigaile, brewed only for the restaurant.

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2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA

4.7

Exceptional(147)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Little Tokyo

Booked 17 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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3. The Exchange Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(546)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Freehand LA’s full service restaurant, The Exchange, pays homage to the 12-story vintage blade sign (the largest in LA) under which its entrance proudly sits. The restaurant is led by Chef Narita Santos and her team. The focal point on Southern California's seasonal abundance of local produce, fresh seafood and choice meats beautifully highlights the multi-cultural flavors of urban LA. We accompany our menu by a natural wine selection. Private dining options are available. Please contact us for more details.Please note that a 4% charge is added to all checks to help cover the cost of health care benefits that we offer for our full-time employees. Thank you for your patronage and support. If you would like this charge removed, please let your server know.

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4. Girl & the Goat L.A.

4.7

Exceptional(4079)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 120 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard and her team are thrilled to have joined LA’s vibrant restaurant community and continue our tradition of serving bold-flavored foods in a fun and lively family-style setting. Stephanie and her team have also crafted new dishes inspired by California produce and local flavors, like carrot-tahini dip with tahini tofu, and curried goat with radishes, pickled vegetables, and masa chips. To enhance the experience we offer a selection of wines from around the world with a focus on small producers, a rotating list of craft beers, and a list of innovative cocktails created by our bartenders. Located in the Arts District at 555 Mateo, Girl & the Goat offers dinner service Monday through Sunday, plus brunch Sunday. Girl & the Goat accepts reservations but always welcomes walk-ins, travelers and adventurers!

5. San Laurel

4.8

Exceptional(372)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

San Laurel is one of the flagship restaurants in Chef José Andrés’ collection at Conrad Los Angeles. Here, he effortlessly combines his signature forward-thinking approach to Spanish cuisine with the gorgeous produce found at Southern California’s year-round farmers’ markets. San Laurel is open daily for breakfast and dinner service.The restaurant’s interior combines organic, earthy tones and natural wood finishes with richer hues to complement what’s on the plate: the flavors of Spain as seen through a California lens.

6. Rossoblu

4.6

Exceptional(2132)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Rossoblu celebrates chef Steve Samson’s two home cities, Los Angeles and Bologna, Italy. The menu features house made salumi, soulful pastas, market produce, and wood grilled fish and meats.Located in downtown’s City Market South, the site of Los Angeles’s original produce market, Rossoblu’s vaulted dining room and open kitchen create a festive dining environment. The restaurant’s private outdoor piazza allows al fresco diners to feel far removed from the nearby city bustle. An intimate basement wine cellar can be reserved for private parties.

7. Bacari Silverlake

4.7

Exceptional(4036)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Silver Lake

Booked 263 times today

Bacari Silverlake is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 5th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our indoor lounge & bar, or in one of many tree-house-like outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Silverlake.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Silverlake is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!

8. Antico Nuovo

4.7

Exceptional(876)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hollywood

Booked 38 times today

Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.

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9. Mastro's Ocean Club - Downtown Los Angeles

4.5

Awesome(728)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 92 times today

Mastro’s collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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10. Fleming's Steakhouse - LA

4.7

Exceptional(2162)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 99 times today

Your Los Angeles/L.A. LIVE Fleming's is located across from the STAPLES Center and the Los Angeles Convention Center on Olympic Boulevard. Fleming's in L.A. LIVE is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail in Los Angeles. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners. Our new Lunch Menu features a flavorful range of sandwiches, salads and more for the perfect mid-day break from the office or a chance to catch-up with friends. Our Dinner Menu has something to offer everyone in your party from seven different steak cuts to best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options.

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Alice
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Little sister restaurant was amazing! The environment is nice and peaceful. The waitress was very nice, patient and informative. The food is to die for! I highly recommend this restaurant.
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Little Sister - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Southeast Asian• Downtown
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4.7
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PeteVIP
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great time. Great service. The food never stopped coming.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LAPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Little Tokyo
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4.7
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Monique
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Lovely service and lovely food. It’s hard to read the menu and know what your food will be like so make sure to ask the server for descriptions if you’ve got picky eaters in your party.
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San LaurelPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Downtown
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4.8
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Joseph
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a delightful restaurant! The atmosphere was vibrant, and the staff brought so much energy and joy to the experience. Yasmine was an absolute gem…bubbly, charming, and spot-on with her recommendations. She made our visit unforgettable!
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Girl & the Goat L.A.Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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MitchellVIP
Los Angeles •22 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great place with amazing food, service was good but it was a slow night. Felt like I had to keep flagging down someone for service. Service used to be top notch. Food is still good!
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The Exchange RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.4

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1. Little Sister - Downtown

2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Los Angeles, CA | Downtown LA

3. The Exchange Restaurant

4. Girl & the Goat L.A.

5. San Laurel

6. Rossoblu

7. Bacari Silverlake

8. Antico Nuovo

9. Mastro's Ocean Club - Downtown Los Angeles

10. Fleming's Steakhouse - LA

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