Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Elysian Valley

Incredibile food. Fantastic service. Loved that The Bicycle Thief was playing. A bit noisy when crowded, but not too loud to have a conversation. Will definitely go back, because it’s the best Italian food in the city, next to Ca Del Sole. Here’s me being picky: Not a fan of the led lights at our table. They were positioned next to us and the lights were shining directly in our eyes the whole time. Would prefer warmer, less harsh lighting. Wish the decor and music was a bit more rustic instead of hip and modern. Maybe some Italian Jazz or Classic Italian Vibes, and I would love it if they got rid of the white wash on the bricks. It would bring some contrast, depth and texture that would make it feel cozier and more intimate:) Loved the Italian lessons playing in the bathroom:)

This was a GREAT dining experience. We frequently visit high-end restaurants in LA and this was easily one of our favorites. Dinner and a show, with a level of entertainment and a quality of food we were not expecting; a welcome surprise. The decor is vibrant and beautiful and there are varied seating options, no matter what ambiance you're looking for. For those who like to be close to the action, there's seating near the open kitchen, but for those who want a more intimate dining experience, there's plenty of table space elsewhere to accommodate. Live music and dancing during dinner were exciting and fun, adding to the experience, but I would not say this is a "quiet" dining experience. We LOVED it. The food was EXCELLENT. Top tier, especially for high-class dining. Often in LA County, you get good food or a good vibe but Katsin has both. The portion sizes are large and very delicious. The beef cheeks are rich, buttery, and savory, while the Mediterranean-style lamb chops were some of the best I've had in SoCal. Dishes are well-cooked and seasoned to perfection. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and attentive and the service was 10/10.

Overrall, great experience, flower package was a plus for anniversary celebration

Excellent steakhouse. Bourbon also has other menu items such as several fish choices and multiple starters/appetizers that are fresh and savory. This venue includes a wine station, excellent sommelier service, and entertainment on weekends. 

Worth a visit for breakfast whether you're shopping the LA Flower Mart or not! I changed up and went with the shrimp n grits. The grits were better than most in town and the dish was flavor-packed! I could go for more grits in the serving though. My date had the crab benedict which she loved, with the exception of the biscuit. I had to agree, it was a little too dense. You can't miss with the chicken and waffles here. I also tried the Rose Mojito for the first time and the second time, lol! Really good, so be careful!