Best Authentic Restaurants in El Sereno

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1. Bestia

4.7

Exceptional(8285)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 135 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

2. Celestino

4.6

Exceptional(3579)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pasadena

Booked 52 times today

Celestino is a genuine Italian restaurant as evidenced by its fresh, homemade pastas and variety of authentic Italian dishes. Customers rave about its authentic food, with one reviewer stating 'the food here is always excellent' and another calling it 'fantastic authentic Italian cuisine'. The consistent high-quality service and food also add to its authenticity, making Celestino a true gem for Italian food lovers.

3. Manuela

4.8

Exceptional(221)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

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.

4. LA Cha Cha Chá

4.5

Awesome(1340)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Arts District

Booked 16 times today

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.CONTACT INFORMATION: We currently do not have an active phone line. For any inquiries or assistance, please feel free to reach out to us through OpenTable or via email at reservations@chachacha.la.CANCELLATION POLICY: You have until 5 hours before your reservation to cancel, otherwise, your group will be charged a fee of $35 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. - We do not take requests for specific tables- Reservations are weather permitted

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5. The Factory Kitchen - Los Angeles

4.6

Exceptional(3637)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.

6. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(197)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Pasadena

Booked 36 times today

As an award winning restaurant group, Star Leaf creates a fine dining experience that combines ingredients and spices that will teleport guests across the Pacific to a tropical paradise. Founded in 2011, Star Leaf Pasadena is our first US-location in the beloved Playhouse Village. Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for the traditions that shaped Asian cuisine. The culinary team selects the freshest ingredients, ensuring each bite is a celebration of flavor and culture, while instilling innovative modern touches.

7. Eigikutei

4.8

Exceptional(89)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Little Tokyo

Booked 9 times today

Eigikutei is a Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Shabu Shabu Kaiseki restaurant in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. We have a bar and offer high-end Japanese sake. Eigikutei serves Japanese Kaiseki cuisine courses. Each Kaiseki course expresses the traditional Japanese culture and simple but deep tastes that Japan has grown from time immemorial. We hope all of our guests can enjoy our Kaiseki cuisine with Japanese cultural experiences.**If you wish to select multiple courses, simply choose 'Standard' to reserve seats. We will take your orders at your table. Please do not select menu experiences.

8. Asterid

3.9

Excellent(314)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Inspired by Chef Garcia’s Angeleno experience, asterid lives to discover and celebrate Los Angeles’ mosaic of diverse cultures and culinary richness through vibrant, ingredient-driven menus in a warm, lively atmosphere. Authentically from and for Los Angeles, asterid features Chef Garcia’s California-inspired menu and bar program that celebrates the spirit of L.A.

9. Hearts and Flame

4.1

Excellent(267)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Tokyo

Booked 13 times today

Hearts and Flame is a truly authentic Italian restaurant. Reviews rave about the freshly made pastas, sea-to-table dishes, and the memorable experience of steaks cooked over an open flame. The ambiance and service are consistently praised, with one reviewer calling it a 'hidden gem in DTLA'. The restaurant's commitment to quality and authenticity is evident in every aspect, from the food to the service, making it a standout in the DTLA Arts District.

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10. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.7

Exceptional(2046)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • South Pasadena

Booked 27 times today

Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving the good folks of South Pasadena (and beyond!) true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed on historic Route 66, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking and authentic, wood-smoked BBQ is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest. You’ll leave knowing exactly why Gus’s food has been hailed, “….so good that we found ourselves eating more than we’d imagined” by S. Irene Virbila, Los Angeles Times and was named one of the top 10 BBQ restaurants on the west coast by Sunset Magazine.

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Juliette
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food and service. Took friends for their anniversary and absolutely loved it! A definite special occasion place!
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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ChristianVIP
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It’s an authentic Italian restaurant. The owner and staff has always been welcoming and friendly. The pastas are freshly made along with the specials. The fish are smoked and prepared with traditional techniques of hickory wood. Great selection of Italian wines make it complete. It’s a great family run ristorante!
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CelestinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pasadena
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4.6
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Larry
Los Angeles •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful place. You must start with the prosciutto ham. I enjoyed watching the pasta being made - almost as much as eating the pasta. It's the only place I have eaten handkerchief pasta with pesto sauce.
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The Factory Kitchen - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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JaneVIP
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful service!! Delicious food! Particularly loved the mushroom & polenta dish.
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ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.8
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FranciscoMVIP
Orange County •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our server, Fidel was awesome and attentive. He helped up decide our drinks and meal. The calamari was delectable. The quesabirria was savory but not salty and the sauce had just the right amount of heat like a fancy French dip but with much more flavor. The carne asada with vegetables was delicious with lots of flavors as well. The Don Fulano imperial extra añejo was my favorite. It was a great way to celebrate my birthday!
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LA Cha Cha CháPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Arts District
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4.5

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99 restaurants available nearby

1. Bestia

2. Celestino

3. Manuela

4. LA Cha Cha Chá

5. The Factory Kitchen - Los Angeles

6. Star Leaf - Asian Cuisine

7. Eigikutei

8. Asterid

9. Hearts and Flame

10. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

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