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A photo of Eigikutei restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(83)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Little Tokyo
Booked 11 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.
A photo of Fixins Soul Kitchen restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4333)
Price: Moderate
• Soul food • Downtown
Booked 79 times today
*We encourage all guests to plan ahead for parking to ensure your reservation time is met.*We have a 15-minute grace period. If you will be arriving later than the grace period, please message us on OpenTable or your reservation will be cancelled. *All dining experiences are limited to 90 minutes to accommodate all reservations.*We accept reservations for up to 8 guests. *All parties of 9+ can visit www.fixinssoulkitchencatering.com to fill out an inquiry form for large parties. We will be in touch between 24 to 48 hours with further details.*Each reservation is treated separately. We cannot guarantee nearby seating for separate reservations.*We ask that your full party be present in order to be seated.*An automatic 20% service charge is included for all parties of 6+ w/ the option to split checks up to 3 times, max.
A photo of Girl & the Goat L.A. restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4031)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 70 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!
A photo of Joyce restaurant
4.5
Awesome(513)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown
Booked 20 times today
Joyce celebrates the essence of soulful Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience. To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability.
A photo of Yangban restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(670)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • Arts District
Booked 17 times today
Yangban, the genre-defying Korean American culinary ‘conversation’, which opened in Los Angeles’ Arts District, re-opens after a transformative interior overhaul of the space, revealing an evolution of the highly acclaimed restaurant. Now featuring a full-service dining room and updated food and beverage programs, the concept remains at its core a Modern-Korean American restaurant as told through the lens of husband-and-wife chefs Katianna and John Hong. Recent awards include: Bon Appetit's 10 Best New Restaurants, Esquire's Best New Restaurants in America + Chefs of the Year, David Chang's Restaurant of the Year, Condé Nast Traveler's Best New Restaurants in the World and recognition from the James Beard Foundation and Michelin.If you do not see availability, we keep a significant portion of the restaurant for walk-ins.
A photo of Abernethy's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(909)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 12 times today
Chef in Residence: -Pyet DeSpainNative Mexican American CuisineLocated in Downtown Los Angeles on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, Abernethy’s is a destination restaurant offering a unique, ever-changing dining experience from LA, for LA. Featuring up-and-coming chefs and new menus for special limited engagements, Abernethy’s highlights the diverse flavors and people that make up Los Angeles. Abernethy’s is the story of the LA, related and plated by the Chefs who tell it best.Open 3 Hours before shows at Dorthey Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theater and Mark Taper Forum
A photo of Poppy + Rose restaurant
4.0
Excellent(659)
Price: Moderate
• American • Flower District
Poppy + Rose is known for our buttermilk fried chicken & waffles, pulled pork hash, mimosas, rose mojito and more! Come visit us at the historic SoCal Flower Market 7 days a week from 9AM-3PM. Poppy+Rose's Rooftop Patio is currently closed; all groups will be seated in our indoor dining room located at 765 Wall Street. Poppy+Rose welcomes walk-ins 7 days a week. For groups up to 8, reservations can be made Mon-Thurs via Open Table. We do not take reservations on Friday or Saturday for groups under 9.For groups of 9+ we offer large party pricing and reservations 7 days a week for our dining room only. While a reservation for a large group is not necessary, the pricing for large parties will still apply to all walk-in parties of 9+. For large party reservations and buyout pricing please email gm@poppyandrose.com.
A photo of Engine Co. No. 28 restaurant
3.9
Excellent(1633)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
VALET PARKING $20 per carHoused in a beautifully restored 1912 firehouse, Engine Co. No. 28 located 3 blocks from the Staples Center and the Los Angeles Convention center has been putting out appetite fires since 1989 with classic American dishes inspired by the regional cooking of firehouses across the country. The menu features a "signature" Meatloaf, crispy hand-breaded fried chicken, a burger to remember and a great assortment of handmade cocktails, a consistently updated wine list, and a great draft beer selection.The restaurant is reminiscent of the classic grills of San Francisco and New York - mahogany booths, granite bar, and original brass fire pole with eclectic old filament light bulbs to add to the motif.
A photo of Moonlark's Dinette restaurant
4.3
Awesome(6)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
Where the laid-back atmosphere of your beloved childhood diner meets West Coast quality, product and preparation. Moonlark’s Dinette delivers a thoroughly unfussy, enticing exploration of Americana on a plate. Our menu marries locally sourced, approachable comfort food with Chris Pandel’s signature style of “come as you are” hospitality.
A photo of Hill Street Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.3
Awesome(140)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Set in the Historical Core of Downtown Los Angeles, Hill Street Bar and Restaurant offers modern American cuisine with a dash of left-of-Little-Tokyo. The Urli Bird Coffee Counter opens at 7:30 am, providing house-roasted beans and a selection of pastries, while regular restaurant service begins at 11:30. A popular lunch and early dinner destination, we are close to city court houses, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Ahmanson, and the Broad and Contemporary Art museums. Prefer a cocktail? Our bar is carefully curated, fully stocked, and always friendly!We readily accept inquiries for private events and gatherings, and off-site catering needs. Our goal at 2nd and Hill is to be your one-stop-shop!

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Discover best comfort food restaurants in Little Tokyo

Discover a delightful array of comfort food offerings in the vibrant neighborhoods of Downtown, South and East LA, and Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. This area is renowned for its eclectic dining scene, where each restaurant provides a unique twist on classic comfort dishes that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. From hearty, traditional meals that feel like home cooking to innovative fusion dishes that blend cultural flavors, these eateries are perfect for food lovers seeking both nostalgia and novelty. The ambiance across these locations ranges from cozy, family-friendly settings to chic, intimate dining experiences, ensuring an environment that complements the warm, comforting nature of the meals served. Patrons consistently praise the high quality of the food, the welcoming service, and the overall dining experience that makes each visit memorable. Whether you're a local or a visitor, exploring the comfort food landscape in these culturally rich Los Angeles neighborhoods offers a satisfying culinary journey that's sure to comfort the soul and excite the palate.

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