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1. Manuela
4.7
Exceptional(237)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 38 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.
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2. Smoke City Char Bar
4.2
Awesome(58)
Price: Expensive
• Barbecue • Arts District
Welcome to the Smoke City Char Bar, an oasis in Downtown LA's Arts District. Featuring gorgeous interiors and comfortable patio seating (dog friendly!), Smoke City Char Bar is an excellent selection for Craft Smoked Meats, BBQ, Local Drafts and Specialty Craft Cocktails. Located just across the street from the landmark Arts District Brewing Co (set your GPS to 899 Traction Ave), free 2 hour validated parking is available in the Aliso Parking Lot (access on 3'd Street).
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3. Bestia
4.8
Exceptional(8356)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 163 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4. Girl & the Goat L.A.
4.7
Exceptional(4142)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 92 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!
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5. Perch LA
4.6
Exceptional(11903)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 212 times today
Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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6. The Factory Kitchen - Los Angeles
4.6
Exceptional(3669)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 40 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.
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7. 71Above
4.7
Exceptional(5977)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 64 times today
Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the surrounding mountain ranges. 71Above is a Michelin level experience featuring the finest ingredients, world-class wine list and craft cocktails. The Restaurant and Skylounge have a Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.71Above features a 3 course Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. We kindly ask all dining room guests to participate in the coursed menu. Please be aware, any seating requests are noted, but not guaranteed. WINDOW TABLES ARE NOT GUARANTEED. 18% service charge is added to all checks. Valet is available at 633 W. 5th Street or Self parking is available under the building at 633 W. Hope Place. $18 for 3 hours.
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8. Camelia
4.5
Awesome(225)
Price: Very Expensive
• French / Japanese • Arts District
Booked 57 times today
A French-Japanese bistro in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. Reservations are always recommended, but we are often able to accommodate walk-ins as well. While we love dogs, we can only accept trained service animals (not emotional support animals) both in our dining room as well as on our outdoor patio. We appreciate your understanding.
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9. Saffy's
4.8
Exceptional(1237)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • East Hollywood
Booked 138 times today
A multi-regional Middle Eastern restaurant in East Hollywood, from Chefs Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis of Bestia and Bavel.
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10. San Laurel
4.7
Exceptional(402)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Downtown
Booked 47 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.

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  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Went here for my birthday and also had family visiting from out of town. The food was incredible and we appreciate the servers explaining each dish as it came out. We also had a 3 year old with us and he enjoyed the gnocchi and pizza! Drinks were also delicious. The only thing we would improve is the ambiance as it was quite crowded inside and outside re: seating. If there was a way to make the restaurant more spacious so as people are going in and out of their seat they are not bumping into servers or other people dining that would be better. Other than that, we will come back because the food was fantastic!
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Dan
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Ridiculously inventive yet also very familiar food. The technique is astonishing. Highly recommended.
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    Girl & the Goat L.A.Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.7
  • Brandon
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great time. Great minds. Service was impeccable. However I will say the Chilean sea bath was a little bit on the cold side.
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    Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
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    4.6
  • OlgaVIP
    Los Angeles •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 Feb 2025
    The food was delicious and service was excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
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    ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Jul 2024
    We ordered the smoked watermelon appetizer, California Ciabatta sandwich with salad, cornbread, and burnt ends Mac & cheese. It was all delicious. Our friends ordered tri tip and Salmon with crispy Brussels. They loved it aa well. Our server was very friendly. We’ll definitely come back!
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    Smoke City Char BarPrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Arts District
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    4.2

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