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A photo of Bestia restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8224)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 167 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.7
Exceptional(844)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 44 times today
Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.
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4.8
Exceptional(321)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Kato serves seasonally-focused tasting menus influenced by Taiwan and Asian American nostalgia. Dining Room Tasting Menu │ $325 The dining room tasting menu focuses on seasonality and innovation. Bar Tasting Menu │ $185The bar tasting menu is a slightly abbreviated collection of classic Kato dishes. An 18% fair wage and operational fee has been added to your bill. It goes to provide elevated, comprehensive benefits, as well as consistent, livable wages for all staff. Though many of our guests choose to leave gratuity for exemplary service, it is neither necessary nor expected, though it is greatly appreciated. This gratuity will be shared by all hourly staff.
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4.7
Exceptional(2880)
Price: Moderate
• French • Downtown
Booked 28 times today
If you ask the brilliant minds behind Le Petit Paris, Fanny and David Rolland, They will say “We were born in a restaurant, literally”. From Grandpa to father, the restaurant business has been a natural part of their daily life.They decided 15 years ago to create their first restaurant in Cannes, Le Petit Paris, Parisian brasserie, located in the middle of the international film festival city.In order to give the opportunity of an unforgettable experience in Cannes to their international clientele, they decided to run a business on the beach with the combination of well being, relaxed and lay down on the beach with a cocktail and enjoying a gastronomic food.David and Fanny were always striving to be surrounded by great collaborators in order to provide a real “savoir-faire” to their clients. They have been known worldwide now thanks to their hard work and dedication.
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4.8
Exceptional(214)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 27 times today
Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.
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4.5
Awesome(1327)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Arts District
Booked 13 times today
LA Cha Cha Chá is the sister restaurant to Mexico City's Terraza Cha Cha Chá. A place where we celebrate our barrio culture with delicious Mexican food, cocktails, wine, and a wide selection of mezcal and tequila.HAPPY HOUR SERVICE: Our happy hour is counter-service style. Please order at the bar and seat yourselves. The kitchen closes at 3:30 p.m., but cocktails will flow until 4:00 p.m.CANCELLATION POLICY: You have until 5 hours before your reservation to cancel, otherwise, your group will be charged a fee of $30 per person. All reservations have a 15 minute grace period, after this time, your booking will be moved to the top of our waiting list. Parties of 1-2 reserve the table for 1.5 hours. Parties of 3-4 reserve the table for 2 hours. Parties of 5-6 reserve the table for 2.5 hours. Parties of 7+ reserve the table for 3 hours. - We do not take requests for specific tables- Reservations are weather permitted
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4.7
Exceptional(3608)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 44 times today
Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.
A photo of Fixins Soul Kitchen restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4331)
Price: Moderate
• Soul food • Downtown
Booked 72 times today
*We encourage all guests to plan ahead for parking to ensure your reservation time is met.*We have a 15-minute grace period. If you will be arriving later than the grace period, please message us on OpenTable or your reservation will be cancelled. *All dining experiences are limited to 90 minutes to accommodate all reservations.*We accept reservations for up to 8 guests. *All parties of 9+ can visit www.fixinssoulkitchencatering.com to fill out an inquiry form for large parties. We will be in touch between 24 to 48 hours with further details.*Each reservation is treated separately. We cannot guarantee nearby seating for separate reservations.*We ask that your full party be present in order to be seated.*An automatic 20% service charge is included for all parties of 6+ w/ the option to split checks up to 3 times, max.
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4.7
Exceptional(3704)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
Chef Celestino Drago has created a menu representative of the cultural diversity of Italy. The concept of “Contemporary Italian Cuisine”, emphasizes local dishes, fresh, high quality ingredients and old flavors that have defined Italian cuisine for centuries and which are revisited to create a truly eclectic menu. The extensive menu is a la carte and offers daily specials featuring many unique items. DRAGO Centro offers a diverse and extensive selection of premium wines from Italy and around the world. DRAGO Centro’s unique interior is designed by acclaimed Los Angeles based designer Stanley Felderman, who is internationally renowned for creating modern buildings, interiors and product with a playful twist.
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4.5
Awesome(381)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Koreatown
Booked 31 times today
Guelaguetza, an authentic Mexican restaurant, is run by a family who migrated from Oaxaca, Mexico. The restaurant is known for its handpicked ingredients and commitment to showcasing family recipes. Customers praise the authenticity of the food, with comments like 'excellent authentic food', 'very authentic and never disappoints' and 'flavorful, Oaxacan food'. The restaurant also features live music, which enhances the lively ambiance. The family's dedication to maintaining the quality and authenticity of their dishes is reflected in the reviews, making Guelaguetza a highly recommended Mexican restaurant in LA.
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  • Jesse
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Let me just say that everything we ordered was chef’s kiss 🤌🏻 the ambience and attentiveness of the staff is also top tier. Definitely coming back soon.
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    BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • Maya
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Went for my anniversary and overall it was great. The staff were attentive and the vibes definitely fit with the occasion. Food was great, tried something new such as escargot and steak tar tar. For me it was okay I wanted to try it but to others it’s probably better, Still was fun to try. Live music so it was a bit loud and hard to hear my boyfriend but it was still a fun experience. Expected to pay a lot more than I did so that was a surprise to see. I’d definitely go there again to try more of their menu.
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    Le Petit ParisPrice: Moderate• French• Downtown
    4.7
  • Jacobvip
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    It’s one of the best restaurants top to bottom in LA. The food is impeccable, the service is top notch and the staff is so kind and cool, and it just is a special place
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    Antico NuovoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hollywood
    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    Ah, Manual LA, the hidden gem nestled in the vibrant art district where parking is a bit challenging ! Who doesn't love a limited-time weekend affair where reservations are as essential as your morning coffee? Trust me, you'll want to secure your spot in advance to avoid the dreaded waitlist of doom. As for the menu, prepare to be swept off your feet by the ocean trout tartare – it's a love letter to seafood that even Poseidon would approve of. The burrata is a creamy delight with delight cucumber that will make you question why you've ever eaten anything else. And then, there's the French toast, a carbohydrate devil that could easily moonlight as dessert. If you're someone who finds carbohydrates utterly captivating (and let's be honest, who isn't?), Manual LA is your carb-laden paradise.
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    ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
    4.8
  • Richvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Food was extremely delicious Sevice A 1 Ambience great Music perfect Wine selection is beyond
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    KatoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
    4.8
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