Best Historic Restaurants in Los Angeles / Orange County

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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DowntownHollywoodPasadenaWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

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Beverly HillsCentral Los AngelesCentury CityCulver CityDowntownFlower District

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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A photo of The Biltmore Los Angeles restaurant

1. The Biltmore Los Angeles

4.3

Awesome(128)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

History, luxury and opulence seamlessly intertwine at The Biltmore Los Angeles, setting the stage for unforgettable dining experiences. Discover why locals and guests love one of downtown L.A.’s favorite historic watering holes, Gallery Bar & Grill, where carved angels elegantly grace the granite bar. Enjoy wine, beer and unforgettable cocktails. Sample light fare and classic bar eats at our nostalgic Gallery Bar & Grill with its comfortable couches and memorabilia-filled cabinets.

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2. Ristorante Per L'Ora

4.4

Awesome(258)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

As the namesake neighborhood restaurant of our hotel, Per L'Ora thoughtfully expresses LA culture and lifestyle through reimagined flavors of coastal Italy.

3. Engine Co. No. 28

3.5

Very Good(1631)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

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.

4. Mrs. Fish

4.6

Exceptional(1707)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 17 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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5. Redbird - Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(3120)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 49 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.

6. Caldo Verde

4.2

Awesome(509)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

The grand tradition of downtown dining finds a modern, casual elegance at Caldo Verde. Here, the James Beard Award-winning team of chefs Suzanne Goin and Restaurateur Caroline Styne blend local flavors and boutique wines with the old California influences. The stately setting offers a richly-designed entrance, lobby bar, main room, and private dining. Outdoor seating opens onto the bustle of Broadway, while historic windows bathe the architectural space in natural light. L.A.-based artistry runs throughout, from Morgan Peck ceramics and lighting, to a monolithic Judson Studios stained glasswork.

7. Traxx

4.3

Awesome(14)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Traxx Restaurant and Traxx Bar are located inside beautiful, historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. We are a semi-fine dining restaurant with a casual attitude and relaxed atmosphere. Our restaurant serves scratch made American Bistro dishes using local a local bakery and local ingredients. We offer seating on our concourse (located in front of the restaurant inside Union Station), the Dining Room, and on our outside Patio in the courtyard. We also serve Traxx Bar, located across the concourse inside Union Station at the main entrance. Traxx Bar hours are M-F 11:30-10pm with kitchen hours until 8pm and Sat & Sun 12-10pm with kitchen hours until 7pm.

8. The Association

4.4

Awesome(3)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Table reservations can be reserved with no drink minimum for small tables (up to 10) and large tables (up to 25-30). Guests can order a-la-cart or bottle service (see our bottle service menu). For group reservations of 20+ or more guests, email us at reservations@circa93.com.The Association, located in the historic Bank District in Downtown, LA, is a low-key, NYC-style lounge, offering classic cocktails in a warm and inviting ambiance.Shielded on the subterranean level of the Pacific Electric Lofts building, The Association's exterior is simply represented by its unique black door with a brass lion head knocker. The musical taste of the venue is considered eclectic, ranging from classic rock, disco, old school hip-hop, electronic, pop & current music. On Wednesdays The Association features live jazz.The Association's intimate setting offers Downtown locals and visitors a place to indulge and be entertained without the a hassle.

9. Poppy + Rose

4.7

Exceptional(670)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Flower District

Booked 14 times today

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.

10. Cafe Fig

4.2

Awesome(27)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Café • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

A mainstay for DTLA professionals, locals and tourists alike – Cafe Fig is an everyday gathering place for all. Our culinary team uses classic quintessential recipes infused with unique, natural ingredients, to reimagine iconic dishes, offering breakfast, lunch and bar bites, consisting mainly of locally-sourced ingredients. Which feature fresh, organic, and sustainable products, along with vegan and gluten free options. **After 3PM only Lounge seating is available.

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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
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Iliana
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing experience! Food was unique but amazing. Server Garland (I forgot his name so excuse my mistake) was amazing and the sweetest ever. Quick and friendly service. 10/10 would go back.
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Ristorante Per L'OraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.4
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Adolfo
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service, good drinks, and the food was really delicious. Definitely had a great time.
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Mrs. FishPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.6
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LoriVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •35 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Feb 2025
The server was nice and attentive. No one in the place. We had to ask for our salad twice and got it after half hour. Meal was ok, already forgot it.
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Engine Co. No. 28Price: Moderate• American• Downtown
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3.5
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MichelleVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
It was a very interesting experience for the afternoon tea. I put down my diet request which was gluten free, no diary, no nuts and sugar. The manager and the kitchen made the special menu just for me and everything was very tasty. I really appreciated their thoughtful hospitality and the professionist. A very elegant and enjoyable afternoon tea.
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The Biltmore Los AngelesPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.3

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