Joyce

4.5

539 Reviews

$31 to $50

Southern

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 4 times today

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

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.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southern, Seafood, Soul food
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–02:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–19:00
Phone number
(213) 395-0202
Website
http://www.joycela.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
For all catering inquires please visit the link below and fill out the form. <br />https://www.joycela.com/events/
Private party facilities
For all non private and private parties inquires, please visit the link below and fill out the form. https://www.joycela.com/events/
Private party contact
Prince Riley: (630) 313-0361

Location
770 S Grand Ave a, Los Angeles, CA 90017-3927
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
Cross streets of 8th & Grand in between Whole Foods & Bottega Louie
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Offers

(CHRISTMAS POP UP) "JINGLE BELLS AT JOYCE"
29 Nov 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
Sun - 17:00 - 20:45,Mon - Thu - 11:30 - 14:00, 17:00 - 20:45,Fri - 11:30 - 14:00, 17:00 - 22:00,Sat - 17:00 - 22:00
Step into a winter wonderland at Joyce and experience the magic of the season with 9 exclusive holiday cocktails that are sure to sleigh your taste buds! 🍸🎅 Here’s the festive twist: grab a punch card and try all 9 cocktails throughout the season to unlock: 🎁 A Joyce Gift Card 🎁 Exclusive Joyce Holiday Merch 📅 When: 11/29/24 through New Year’s Day 📍 Where: Joyce Don’t miss this chance to sip, celebrate, and collect your holiday cheer! Gather your friends and make it a festive adventure. Let’s make this season merry and memorable at Jingle at Joyce! 🍹❄️
Happy Hour!
Multiple dates available
Sun - 17:00 - 20:45,Mon - Thu - 17:00 - 19:00,Fri - Sat - 17:00 - 22:00
Join us for the happiest hours of the day, where delicious bites meet amazing drinks! 🍹✨ Enjoy specials on wine, signature cocktails, and tasty small plates that are perfect for unwinding, catching up, or kicking off a great night. Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and let’s toast to good vibes and great deals. See you there! 🥂🍴 (HAPPY HOUR IS EVERYDAY FROM 5:00PM to 7:00PM EXCLUSIVELY FOR BAR AND PATIO GUESTS ONLY)

Popular dishes

Edisto Island CornbreadUS$12.00
Whipped sorghum butter, hickory smoked salt & pepper
Cast Iron Mac & CheeseUS$21.00
Charred scallions, cabot sharp cheddar, blackhouse stout
Nashville Hot Fried CatfishUS$31.00
Roasted Beet SaladUS$19.00
Marinated Romanesco CauliflowerUS$19.00
Green garlic romesco, celery heart, cajun peanut dukkah
Joyce EloteUS$21.00
grilled summer sweet corn, blue crab remoulade, avocado, cotija
Monterey Bay Ogo Caesar SaladUS$24.00
Boquerones, parmigiano reggiano, crunchy black eyed peas
Bloomsdale Spinach SaladUS$24.00
Reiger Farms Stonefruit, hickory smoked point Reyes blue, crispy country ham, dill buttermilk dressing.
Maple Roasted Butternut SquashUS$27.00
Thai basil, pineapple mint, red boat fish sauce
Crispy Smoked Duck ConfitUS$29.00
Charred frisse, Jamaican jerk, passionfruit habanero BBQ
Louisiana Crawfish HushpuppiesUS$19.00
Lowcountry boil spice, charred poblano butter, house green hot.
Blue Crab Gratin En CocotteUS$35.00
Garlic confit, Gruyere, cajun fried saltines
Charred Spanish OctopusUS$42.00
Mustard greens, blood orange mojo, crispy weiser potatoes, anchovy remoulade
collard greensUS$12.00

Large Plates

Black Tiger Prawn & Oyster PerlooUS$46.00
House smoked chorizo, Carolina gold rice, lobster & tomato broth
Whole Fried Mary's Game HenUS$46.00
Raw coastal honey, lavender, pecans, nutmeg, angel biscuits
Whole Market FishUS$69.00
Please ask server what kind of fish this is. Golden summer succotash, crunchy garlic, crunchy garlic, fine herbs.
40 Hour Braised Short RibUS$62.00
garnett yam puree, turnips , potlikker demi, black truffle

What 539 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Downtown
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Joyce offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic food," a delightful "ambiance," and a warm atmosphere. Patrons love the "best cornbread" and the "delicious shrimp and grits." The attentive staff, especially Rob, receives high praise for their "amazing service." While noise levels can be high, the "fabulous" Southern-inspired menu keeps guests coming back.

539 Reviews

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Jamila
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cozy atmosphere and great food and service. Enjoyed my time there, feels special.
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Danny
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been to Joyce several times and for me it’s one of my favorite and best restaurants in Los Angeles. The food is as good as it looks, the vibrations are amazing, I love the staff and crave the food I have to keep going back. You have to experience Joyce. It’s one of the best 💙
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Kimberly
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The menu did not include all its selections for an early evening reservation for a Christmas birthday. I was forced to order the most expensive offering because the restaurant had sold out of the other "cooked" meat selections! The SOUL section of this restaurant was missing, and the holiday drinks were too sweet and difficult to consume. When asked if we could substitute for a higher brand of VODKA, we were told it was also sold out! Total miss for this birthday celebration!
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Miguel
San Diego
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Restaurant was nice and clean. Service and food I was disappointed in. Being my first time there, I would not go back.
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ieshia
Los Angeles
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was just ok - no real stand outs. The vibe was great, the service was excellent.
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Allison
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing southern style food with beautiful ambience and interior. Came here before a show at the Orpheum. It was Christmas time and they had holiday themed cocktails that came in Christmas mugs and glasses. Service was excellent! Will come back again.
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christopher
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From entry to dining, staff was attentive despite what seemed to be a fairly busy night and a large party sitting across from us. The food was hot, fresh, and tasty, did not disappoint. Will surely return.
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Chris
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best catfish I’ve ever had in my life Best collard greens I’ve ever had in my life Service was great
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Jill
VIP
Los Angeles
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Joyce was great, the food and drinks were delicious. The service was great and we can't wait to return.
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April
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Full transparency: I’m a southerner and didn’t have high expectations for the food. Wow, was I wrong. The food was spectacular. Service and ambiance checked all the boxes too. Great little gem in DTLA. Will definitely visit again when I’m in town.
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FAQs

Joyce does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Joyce also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 395-0202.

Joyce is rated 4.5 stars by 539 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:30

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

770 S Grand Ave a, Los Angeles, CA 90017-3927

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Cross streets of 8th & Grand in between Whole Foods & Bottega Louie
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–02:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–19:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southern, Seafood, Soul food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.joycela.com/
Phone number
(213) 395-0202
Catering
For all catering inquires please visit the link below and fill out the form. <br />https://www.joycela.com/events/
Private party facilities
For all non private and private parties inquires, please visit the link below and fill out the form. https://www.joycela.com/events/
Private party contact
Prince Riley: (630) 313-0361

Joyce

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

(CHRISTMAS POP UP) "JINGLE BELLS AT JOYCE"

Happy Hour!

Cast Iron Mac & Cheese

Low Country Shrimp & Grits

Crispy Smoked Duck Confit

Small Plates

Edisto Island CornbreadUS$12.00

Cast Iron Mac & CheeseUS$21.00

Nashville Hot Fried CatfishUS$31.00

Roasted Beet SaladUS$19.00

Marinated Romanesco CauliflowerUS$19.00

Joyce EloteUS$21.00

Monterey Bay Ogo Caesar SaladUS$24.00

Bloomsdale Spinach SaladUS$24.00

Maple Roasted Butternut SquashUS$27.00

Crispy Smoked Duck ConfitUS$29.00

Louisiana Crawfish HushpuppiesUS$19.00

Blue Crab Gratin En CocotteUS$35.00

Charred Spanish OctopusUS$42.00

collard greensUS$12.00

Large Plates

Black Tiger Prawn & Oyster PerlooUS$46.00

Whole Fried Mary's Game HenUS$46.00

Whole Market FishUS$69.00

40 Hour Braised Short RibUS$62.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Joyce offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Joyce restaurant rated?

Is Joyce currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information