Best Fine Dining Restaurants in South Los Angeles

My husband and I genuinely enjoyed everything about our sumptious Crossroads Kitchen Thanksgiving repast -- Mushroom entrées, fantabulous sides and first course soup, with biscuits & butter, topped off with pumpkin pie. Copious EtOH. Great job CK chefs, servers and barfolk, so handsome. Oh, I forgot the awesome 80's music!

I am absolutely thrilled about the reopening of Somni! Four years ago, I felt very sad when I heard the news of its closure. Somni is irreplaceable among all the restaurants in Los Angeles and has always held the top spot in my heart. When I knew that Somni was coming back, I was filled with excitement and emotion. After months of anticipation, I can finally indulge in this feast for the eyes and palate once again. Hope Somni continues to thrive and flourish!

This was founded by the original owners of Mastro’s and, before tonight, most of my wine buddies had been here and told me how much they loved it. “Best Steakhouse in LA” they told me! I was somewhat skeptical. Tonight, I experienced it for myself and it was truly wonderful! We had a very attentive and thoughtful server, Jess, whom I will absolutely request on my next visit there. She knows the menu inside and out, is not timid about making suggestions, and was not at all flustered by our “Sally-like” requests (from the movie with “everything on the side”!). We had one minor issue (the kitchen’s not Jess’) and after Jess fixed it for us to our complete satisfaction, the Manager came over to make sure. He was incredibly friendly; took ownership; comped dessert; and, frankly, reinforced the incredibly positive vibes I had gotten interacting with our servers and the hostesses on our arrival. All-in-all this is a fantastic restaurant with top-quality food, presented beautifully, and served lovingly. 5-Stars all the way!

Words hardly describe how wonderful this whole experience was: phenomenal wine pairings, impeccable service, attention to detail, exquisite plating, perfectly cooked, creative combinations....just incredible. On a scale of 1 to 10, this place is definitely an 11!!!

The staff at is amazing—A+ all the way. They’re super accommodating, friendly, and make you feel well taken care of. We had the wagyu Bolognese, and it was incredible. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was rich and flavorful, with the wagyu beef adding an extra level of indulgence. The crab salad was fresh and light, with the perfect balance of citrus and herbs to bring out the natural sweetness of the crab. For the main course, we shared the Large Seabass with Tomatoes, Capers, and Potatoes, and it was outstanding. The fish was flaky and tender, with a crispy skin, and the tomatoes and capers added a nice tangy touch. The potatoes tied it all together with a comforting, hearty feel. I can’t leave out the oysters—they were so fresh and briny, easily some of the best I’ve had. And the lobster pasta? Hands down one of my favorites. The lobster was juicy and generous, and the creamy sauce made every bite heavenly. This is now one of my go-to spots. The food, the service, the whole experience—it’s all excellent. Highly recommend!