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1. Bestia
4.8
Exceptional(8354)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 108 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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2. Bavel
4.8
Exceptional(5033)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 101 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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3. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events
4.4
Awesome(1230)
Price: Moderate
• American • Monterey Park
Booked 70 times today
Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events is a buzzing spot, as per reviews. With its stunning views and modernized interior, it's a hit for date nights or gatherings. The menu, featuring New American dishes with a Latin twist, receives rave reviews. The service is frequently praised as friendly and attentive. The bar, offering a range of specialty and craft cocktails, adds to the lively atmosphere. This spot is definitely a hot-spot in Monterey Park.
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4. Redbird - Los Angeles
4.7
Exceptional(3120)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser and Owner | Operator Amy Knoll have crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Christopher Dugan’s wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.
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5. Manuela
4.8
Exceptional(236)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 35 times today
Manuela is a hot spot in LA's Arts District, receiving consistent praise for its excellent food and service. As one reviewer puts it, 'The food was outstanding, timely, fresh, hot, and staff was engaging and attentive.' Another review highlights the 'excellent meal' and mentions it as one of their favorite spots to grab a bite. The ambiance is also consistently rated highly, with one reviewer describing it as 'gorgeous' and 'absolutely loved'. The restaurant's commitment to using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients is also commended, creating a truly authentic and original dining experience.
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6. Mi Piace
4.4
Awesome(4110)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pasadena
Booked 55 times today
We are open and happy to serve the community during this time. With over 30 years serving up crave worthy food, craft coktails, extensive wine lists and personalized service, we invite you to come dine on our newly renovated patio, bustling main dining rooms, sleek lounge or order our takeout. In Italian, Mi Piace means - I like it; and the Mi Piace Team will make sure you love it at this award-winning restaurant. Mi Piace is the perfect spot to enjoy an intimate dinner, lively lunch, or festive brunch. We take pride in our product and service provided and look forward to having you as our guest in what we call 'home'.
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7. 71Above
4.7
Exceptional(5975)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 59 times today
71Above is a hot spot due to its stunning views, excellent service, and delicious food. Reviewers have consistently praised the restaurant for its 'exquisite' and 'modern American' cuisine, 'professional' and 'attentive' staff, and 'spectacular' ocean and city views. It's described as a 'unique' and 'fantastic' place that's perfect for 'special occasions' and 'feeling on top of the world'.
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8. Perch LA
4.6
Exceptional(11900)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 190 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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9. Musso & Frank Grill
4.8
Exceptional(11374)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hollywood
Booked 141 times today
Musso & Frank Grill is a hot spot because it offers an authentic Old Hollywood dining experience with superb food, outstanding service, and great ambiance. Reviews rave about the vintage, high-class environment, the professional staff, and the huge portions of perfectly prepared food. It's a must-visit place for visitors and locals alike, especially for special occasions. It's a place where the food, drinks, and service all get high ratings from customers.
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10. LA Prime at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel
4.7
Exceptional(2941)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 10 times today
Best New York style steakhouse in Downtown LA with a magnificent view of Los Angeles. We only serve prime beef and freshest seafood. Featuring our top selling signature entrées -- 24 oz. Bone-in Delmonico Ribeye, prime steak, cook to perfection and Maine Lobster Three-Pound, poached or thermidor. Our 90 points-plus wine from the list offers you super premium wine by the glass.
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  • MauricioVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was excellent, service was great, overall a lovely experience.
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.8
  • MiladVIP
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    One of the best recent dining experiences I’ve had in LA. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was great.
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    Redbird - Los AngelesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.7
  • otilio
    San Diego •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a fantastic Valentine's Day at this place The ambiance was cozy, the food was outstanding, and the service was impeccable. Highlights included shrimp , sea bass, and a delightful red velvet cake Our server made the experience special with great recommendations. We'll definitely return for future events.
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    Luminarias Restaurant & Special EventsPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey Park
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    4.4
  • KarenVIP
    Tahoe / Reno Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The farm cheese is the best at Bavel. My husband and I also love the baba ghanoush (we always need an extra order of fried pita). The grilled dates have a nice kick to it and it was nice to eat a savory date for once. The lamb rack is always cooked to perfection. Our friend always orders the 26 oz ribeye and finishes it during dinner and my husband and I can see why. Nothing at Bavel disappointed us. I would recommend the cashew ice cream bar over the apple prune cake, but you really can't go wrong with either. It was a great dinner! Also every cheese and milk is pasteurized so despite being 6 months pregnant, I could eat everything!
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    BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
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    4.8
  • 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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    4.8

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