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1. Bavel
4.8
Exceptional(5035)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 152 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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2. Bestia
4.8
Exceptional(8355)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 164 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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3. Somerville
4.6
Exceptional(157)
Price: Expensive
• American • Culver City
Booked 128 times today
Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.
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4. NIKU X
4.4
Awesome(328)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
NIKU X offers 2 exclusive unlimited dining experiences that highlight Wagyu and Luxury Seafood, located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Our BBQ Dining features 2 different tiers of unlimited A5 wagyu to be grilled by guests as well as our Seafood Buffet, where families and friends can enjoy an interactive dining style. Our other experience features our 40oz Wagyu Tomahawk highlighted by our table side flame ritual. Here guests can enjoy an intimate atmosphere while still enjoying our Seafood buffet as well as our signature unlimited items.
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5. Perch LA
4.6
Exceptional(11902)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 206 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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6. Camelia
4.5
Awesome(225)
Price: Very Expensive
• French / Japanese • Arts District
Booked 54 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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7. La Boucherie
4.5
Awesome(1347)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 21 times today
The ultimate panoramic dining experience in Los Angeles. La Boucherie is an elegant American steak and seafood restaurant boasting an intimate bar featuring sophisticated mixologists crafting bespoke cocktails. Discreet private dining rooms, a Chef’s Table, and Starlight Booths are all available with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the L.A. skyline to accommodate discerning guests. La Boucherie’s menu features reimagined classics, all created with the finest and freshest ingredients available, many of which are sourced locally. The dining experience is enhanced by a cheese cave, charcuterie atelier, and an extensive, carefully curated Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list featuring over 1,200 hand-selected international and American wines.Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required; however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts, or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.
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8. Girl & the Goat L.A.
4.7
Exceptional(4141)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 92 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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9. Cento Pasta Bar
4.7
Exceptional(930)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mid-City
Booked 74 times today
BREAKING THE MEDITERRANEAN MOLD. CENTO RESTAURANT IS INSPIRED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN AND LOCATED IN LOS ANGELES.
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10. Bonavista Revolving Lounge at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel
4.1
Excellent(760)
Price: Expensive
• Lounge • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Bonavista Lounge: Treat yourself to a dazzling new perspective on the “City of Angels.” Located on the 34th floor, the Lounge is our revolving cocktail lounge boasting soaring views of Downtown LA. Indulge in delicious specialty cocktails. It's the perfect location for a romantic date, high-powered business meeting, or group celebration.Make a reservation to dine in LA Prime Restaurant: Fine dining with spectacular view of downtown Los Angeles. Specializes in prime steaks and fresh seafood. Located on the 35th floor above the Bonavista Lounge.

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  • MauricioVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days 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
  • LOGAN
    Orange County •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Get experience with great views, friendly service and great drinks
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    Bonavista Revolving Lounge at The Westin Bonaventure HotelPrice: Expensive• Lounge• Downtown
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    4.1
  • KarenVIP
    Tahoe / Reno Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 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
  • Janette
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Somerville and it was an unforgettable experience. The food was absolutely fantastic—each dish was bursting with flavor and clearly prepared with care and attention to detail. From appetizers to dessert, everything was perfectly cooked,
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    SomervillePrice: Expensive• American• Culver City
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    4.6
  • Tallguy
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    First time experiencing this restaurant and I must say the hype was not wrong. Definitely coming back again!
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    NIKU XPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
    •
    4.4

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