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Best Date Night Restaurants in Historic South-Central

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4.8
Exceptional(4946)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 141 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.7
Exceptional(8224)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 166 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.7
Exceptional(5832)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 90 times today
71Above is a highly recommended date night spot. It offers breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills and a Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. Reviewers consistently mention the 'romantic and intimate' ambiance, 'top notch' service, and 'exquisite' food. The restaurant is also known for its 'unbelievable' experience, 'phenomenal' gastronomy, and 'spectacular' views, making it the perfect place to celebrate special occasions or simply enjoy a fancy date night.
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4.6
Exceptional(11764)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 158 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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4.6
Exceptional(157)
Price: Very Expensive
• French / Japanese • Arts District
Booked 68 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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4.0
Excellent(289)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown
Located on the 34th floor of the recently debuted AC Hotel Downtown LA, La Lo La Rooftop, is an ethereal, sophisticated oasis high above the heart of DTLA. Spanning almost 4,000 sq.ft, the expansive wraparound rooftop, designed by award-winning design studio Yabu Pushelberg, provides an intimate setting for visitors and locals. Guests are invited to enjoy specialty cocktails, Spanish-style tapas, and a rotating program of live music and DJs — all with commanding 270 degree views of the city. Please call 213-789-7650 ext 8650 with any questions.
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4.7
Exceptional(4030)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 74 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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4.8
Exceptional(874)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mid-City
Booked 48 times today
BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.
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4.5
Awesome(1658)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 47 times today
A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.
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4.8
Exceptional(214)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 17 times today
Manuela is a perfect date night spot in LA. It's praised for its 'amazing ambiance', 'gorgeous design', and 'excellent food'. Reviews highlight the 'great service', 'creative drinks' and 'unique wines'. The 'private room' is even recommended for special occasions. With its 'earthy' and 'grounded' vibe, Manuela is perfect for a romantic night or meal with friends.
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  • Jesse
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Let me just say that everything we ordered was chef’s kiss 🤌🏻 the ambience and attentiveness of the staff is also top tier. Definitely coming back soon.
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • Oleksandr
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    All is very beautiful ! I'm from Ukraine and I search a long time some place with good food - and 71 Above it really perfect !
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    71AbovePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
    4.7
  • Randallvip
    Los Angeles •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent. The only complaint is PARKING. They have only valet and it costs $49 plus tip. The nearest self-park is four blocks away.
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    Bonavista Revolving Lounge at The Westin Bonaventure HotelPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
    4.5
  • Dawn
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    That was the best meal I’ve ever experienced. Every dish had layers of flavors that were so delightful. I don’t have a refined palate to know where all of the flavors were coming from, but each bite was savored and appreciated. We ordered the naan, green beans, beets, chick peas fritters, poke, bass, short ribs noodles, pork belly, sesame cookie ice cream and the sundae. For drinks we had the goat fashioned, espresso martini, spa day, bees knees, and some Cadillac’s. There were four of us and there wasn’t a morsel left on any plate. The service was very friendly, attentive, comfortable and informative. The ONLY thing I would do different is make sure to get the naan first to scrape up every last bit of every sauce. If I could’ve gotten away with it I would have licked each plate clean ;) I’ve been wanting to try this restaurant for a very long time and tonight did not disappoint. I loved watching Chef Stephanie on Top Chef but have never had the chance to taste her food. And until tonight I’d never realized how truly elevated and special her dishes are. Thank you so much for an absolutely beautiful meal 💛
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    Girl & the Goat L.A.Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
    4.7
  • Cheryl
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was really good, but I would prefer if they included coffee and tea with the brunch price. I was told there was a dress code but when we got there, everybody was very casual so I was confused. The staff was not very friendly, but the service was good and our food was good.
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    Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
    4.6
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