Manuela

4.8

236 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Charming
Lively
Great for brunch

Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.

Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.

Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(323) 849-0480
Website
http://www.manuela-la.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Kris Tominaga
Private party facilities
Parties of 12-26 are considered large parties, and are offered pre-set family style menus in one of our beautiful outdoor dining areas. Spaces are determined by availability and party size. Though these are not private rooms, all spaces provide a beautiful environment for special occasions. We offer
Private party contact
our Events Manager: (323) 849-0480

Location
901 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
3rd between Santa Fe & Garey
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Cream Biscuits, Steen's Butter, Colonel Newsom's Aged Country Ham$12.00
Cast Iron Cornbread, Steen's Butter$14.00
Smoked Albacore Dip, Carolina Gold Rice Crackers$13.00
Kumiai Oysters, Nantes Carrot Mignonette, Garden Chervil$19.00
Barbecued Oysters, Green Garlic Butter, Preserved Lemon Breadcrumbs, Parmesan$20.00
Ocean Trout Tartare, Red Onion, Capers, Bronze Fennel, Colatura Vinaigrette, Garlic Toast$21.00
Laughing Bird Shrimp Aguachile, Cucumber, Avocado, Radish, Serrano-Lime, Benne Seeds$21.00

Salad

Baby Market Lettuces, Pickled Carrots, Ricotta Salata, Hazelnuts, Coriander Buttermilk$14.00
Arugula, Brooks Cherries, Goat Cheese, Spiced Pecans, Aged Balsamic$17.00
Cara Cara Orange, Kishu Mandarin, Avocado Yogurt, Zhuog, Santa Barbara Pistachio, Aleppo$19.00
Momotaro Tomato, Whipped Feta, Lime, Oregano, Crisp Shallot, Sumac Vinaigrette$20.00
Burrata, Persian Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Smoked Trout Roe, Urfa Vinaigrette, Polenta Toast$22.00

Plates

Venison Burger, Pickled Green Tomato, Arugula, Crisp Leeks, Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun$26.00
Roasted Local Oyster Mushroom, Charred Leek Aioli, Malt Vinegar, Lemon$31.00
Heritage Green Circle Half Chicken, Chili De Arbol, White Bbq Sauce, Watermelon Radish, Sorrel, Lemon$36.00
Grilled Local Yellowtail, Castelvetrano Olives, Red Onion, Celery Aioli, Lemon$40.00
Diver Scallops, Brown Butter-Bacon Vinaigrette, Mustard Greens$45.00
Halibut, Fava, Hominy, St. Felicien Butter, Cilantro, Tendrils$46.00
Pan Roasted Wild King Salmon, Serrano Lebne, Sungolds, Guindilla Pepper, Purple Shiso$46.00
peads & Barnett Pork Chop, Spring Onion, Chili Vinegar, Mustard Oil$46.00
Liberty Duck Breast, Wild Mountain Huckleberry Jus, Asian Pear, Spruce Tip Salt$47.00
28 Day Dry Aged Holstein New York Strip, Tallow Chimichurri, Bone Marrow$78.00

Market Vegetable

Roasted Cauliflower, Date Vinegar, Almonds, Parsley$14.00
Butterball Potatoes, Crème Fraiche, Pickled Onion, Shishito, Horseradish$14.00
Blistered Snap Peas, Black Quinoa, Sesame Date Butter, Feta$13.00
Grilled Asparagus, Pistachio Aillade, Spring Onion, Anchovy Breadcrumbs, Pecorino$19.00

Cocktails

"I'm Not Like Most Girls" - Most Girls$17.00
Spritz of Amass Vodka, kumquat, earl grey, honey, lemon, sparkling wine
Vesper$16.00
Farmers gin, Crop Meyer lemon vodka, Lillet blanc
House Martini$16.00
Barr Hill gin, Lillet blanc, orange bitters
Parsley Gimlet$16.00
Amass gin, cucumber, parsley, lime, mint
Let's Huck$18.00
Huckleberry rested Hobb's gin, egg white, lemon
House Negroni$17.00
Sipsmith London dry gin, Forthave aperitivo, Carpano Antica sweet vermouth, rocks
Nightshade$16.00
Milagro Blanco, yellow bell pepper, heat, lemon
Archie$16.00
Beet rested Acre mezcal, Oro blanco, lemon
Florida Man$17.00
Blueberry rested Acre mezcal, Lo-Fi vermouth, lemon, African basil
Ca Chau Sa$17.00
Raspberry and oregano rested Ajornada cachaca, liquor mastika, lemon
Blood Orange Blood & Sand$18.00
Compass Box artist blend scotch, maraschino liquor & syrup, blood orange, lemon

Draft

Reissdorf Kolsch, 4.8.%, Koln, Germany$8.00
Estrella Damm, Lager, 5.4%, Barcelona, Spain$8.00
Radiant Brewing, Blank Slate Whitbier, 5%, CA$8.00
Stem Hibiscus Apple Cider, 4.3%, Colorado$9.00

Bottles

Abita Light, Lager, 4%, New Orleans$7.00
Bohemia, Lager, 4.7%, Mexico$7.00
Shoreline, London Dry Cider, 6.6%, Colorado$8.00
Stiegl Radler, Grapefruit Radler, 2%, Austria$7.00
Duet, IPA, Alpine Brewing Co, 7%, San Diego$8.00
Paperback Brewing, Bunny with a Chainsaw, Hazey Ipa, 8.2%, Los Angeles$8.00
Erdinger Non-Alcoholic, Erding, Germany$9.00

What 236 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Downtown
Best Overall
Downtown
Best Ambiance
Downtown
Great for brunch
Downtown
Healthy
Downtown
Great for outdoor dining
Downtown
Lively

Review summary

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Manuela impresses with "amazing food" and a "gorgeous setting," offering a warm ambiance perfect for any occasion. The staff is "knowledgeable," enhancing the dining experience with standout dishes like biscuits, beignets, and snap peas. Although service may vary, the overall atmosphere and delightful menu make it a must-visit in LA.

236 Reviews

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Theresa
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Our server took our order and only ever came back to give us the check. Considering there was automatic gratuity given the size of our party, I definitely expected better. She then complained that we wanted to pay with more than 4 credit cards even though she did nothing to earn her sizable tip. The food and ambiance definitely don’t make up for the atrocious service, especially considering the price.
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Olga
VIP
Los Angeles
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and service was excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
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Claudia
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with outdoorsy feel and amazing food!
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Maria
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and good! Will definitely be back!
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Catherine
VIP
Los Angeles
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, gorgeous setting, knowledgeable staff. What more could you want?
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Jasmine
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service from the hostesses to the waiters were great. Friendly, professional, and accommodating. Overall the food was good. The biscuits with apple jam were standout. The French toast was a bit dry. Overall great and would go back.
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Bonnie
Las Vegas
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We waited 45 minutes for the food and were very disappointed to find a piece of eggshell on our plate. Also, When we informed the waiter about the issue, they took our plate along with my fork and knife. Nobody provided new utensils until we mentioned it again. Although the waiter removed the plate and offered us complimentary biscuits, the overall experience was lower than I expected.
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Lissa
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazingly good—as always. Staff pleasantly accommodated our two young children which added to an enjoyable family evening.
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Bethelyn
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Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great way to take advantage of a beautiful LA day! Had brunch here and absolutely loved the outdoor venue and walking around seeing all the art. Had never really been to this part of LA and I was certainly missing out. Such a great vibe. Originally from the south I’m pretty critical when it comes to southern food but the beignets and cornbread were spot on. So yummy! Everyone at our table loved the shrimp and grits…just meh. The sides were true stand outs and the blistered snap peas were delicious. The popover Benedict was unique and the market salad had such unexpected ingredients. We loved them all and will definitely be back. And don’t forget the fun cocktails, and yummy desserts . Service was great as well!
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Brian
VIP
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular meal. Some of the dishes we chose included ingredients I had never tried before. I have been three times now and like it more each time. My wife also was impressed.
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FAQs

Manuela offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (323) 849-0480.

Manuela is rated 4.8 stars by 236 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

901 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Additional information

Cross street
3rd between Santa Fe & Garey
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Kris Tominaga
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.manuela-la.com/
Phone number
(323) 849-0480
Private party facilities
Parties of 12-26 are considered large parties, and are offered pre-set family style menus in one of our beautiful outdoor dining areas. Spaces are determined by availability and party size. Though these are not private rooms, all spaces provide a beautiful environment for special occasions. We offer
Private party contact
our Events Manager: (323) 849-0480

Manuela

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Small & To Share

Cream Biscuits, Steen's Butter, Colonel Newsom's Aged Country Ham$12.00

Cast Iron Cornbread, Steen's Butter$14.00

Smoked Albacore Dip, Carolina Gold Rice Crackers$13.00

Kumiai Oysters, Nantes Carrot Mignonette, Garden Chervil$19.00

Barbecued Oysters, Green Garlic Butter, Preserved Lemon Breadcrumbs, Parmesan$20.00

Ocean Trout Tartare, Red Onion, Capers, Bronze Fennel, Colatura Vinaigrette, Garlic Toast$21.00

Laughing Bird Shrimp Aguachile, Cucumber, Avocado, Radish, Serrano-Lime, Benne Seeds$21.00

Salad

Baby Market Lettuces, Pickled Carrots, Ricotta Salata, Hazelnuts, Coriander Buttermilk$14.00

Arugula, Brooks Cherries, Goat Cheese, Spiced Pecans, Aged Balsamic$17.00

Cara Cara Orange, Kishu Mandarin, Avocado Yogurt, Zhuog, Santa Barbara Pistachio, Aleppo$19.00

Momotaro Tomato, Whipped Feta, Lime, Oregano, Crisp Shallot, Sumac Vinaigrette$20.00

Burrata, Persian Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Smoked Trout Roe, Urfa Vinaigrette, Polenta Toast$22.00

Plates

Venison Burger, Pickled Green Tomato, Arugula, Crisp Leeks, Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun$26.00

Roasted Local Oyster Mushroom, Charred Leek Aioli, Malt Vinegar, Lemon$31.00

Heritage Green Circle Half Chicken, Chili De Arbol, White Bbq Sauce, Watermelon Radish, Sorrel, Lemon$36.00

Grilled Local Yellowtail, Castelvetrano Olives, Red Onion, Celery Aioli, Lemon$40.00

Diver Scallops, Brown Butter-Bacon Vinaigrette, Mustard Greens$45.00

Halibut, Fava, Hominy, St. Felicien Butter, Cilantro, Tendrils$46.00

Pan Roasted Wild King Salmon, Serrano Lebne, Sungolds, Guindilla Pepper, Purple Shiso$46.00

peads & Barnett Pork Chop, Spring Onion, Chili Vinegar, Mustard Oil$46.00

Liberty Duck Breast, Wild Mountain Huckleberry Jus, Asian Pear, Spruce Tip Salt$47.00

28 Day Dry Aged Holstein New York Strip, Tallow Chimichurri, Bone Marrow$78.00

Market Vegetable

Roasted Cauliflower, Date Vinegar, Almonds, Parsley$14.00

Butterball Potatoes, Crème Fraiche, Pickled Onion, Shishito, Horseradish$14.00

Blistered Snap Peas, Black Quinoa, Sesame Date Butter, Feta$13.00

Grilled Asparagus, Pistachio Aillade, Spring Onion, Anchovy Breadcrumbs, Pecorino$19.00

Cocktails

"I'm Not Like Most Girls" - Most Girls$17.00

Vesper$16.00

House Martini$16.00

Parsley Gimlet$16.00

Let's Huck$18.00

House Negroni$17.00

Nightshade$16.00

Archie$16.00

Florida Man$17.00

Ca Chau Sa$17.00

Blood Orange Blood & Sand$18.00

Draft

Reissdorf Kolsch, 4.8.%, Koln, Germany$8.00

Estrella Damm, Lager, 5.4%, Barcelona, Spain$8.00

Radiant Brewing, Blank Slate Whitbier, 5%, CA$8.00

Stem Hibiscus Apple Cider, 4.3%, Colorado$9.00

Bottles

Abita Light, Lager, 4%, New Orleans$7.00

Bohemia, Lager, 4.7%, Mexico$7.00

Shoreline, London Dry Cider, 6.6%, Colorado$8.00

Stiegl Radler, Grapefruit Radler, 2%, Austria$7.00

Duet, IPA, Alpine Brewing Co, 7%, San Diego$8.00

Paperback Brewing, Bunny with a Chainsaw, Hazey Ipa, 8.2%, Los Angeles$8.00

Erdinger Non-Alcoholic, Erding, Germany$9.00

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