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Water Grill – Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Water Grill – Los Angeles

4.7
4.7
5406 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Water Grill has been serving seafood in Downtown Los Angeles since 1989. This iconic seafood destination in the place to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (213) 891-0900
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Moulton
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a classic and inviting backdrop for entertaining small and large groups alike.

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What 5,406 people are saying

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Downtown

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Water Grill in Los Angeles is a seafood lover's paradise, offering "freshest, most perfectly-cooked fish" and exceptional service. Renowned for its oysters and Chilean sea bass, the restaurant combines "phenomenal service" with a vibrant atmosphere. Despite some noise and occasional service delays, it remains a DTLA favorite for special occasions.

5,406 Reviews

  1. Vogt

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    487 reviews

    5.0

    487 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The scallops were great and so was the beet salad and the lobster roll.

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  2. Manuel

    VIP

    Miami

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, ambience and hospitality is amazing here, this is my 4th time at this restaurant. Highly recommend it if you are in town.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ThIs is one of our most favorite restaurants. The service is impeccable and the food is extraordinary. Needless to say that it has great ambiance and the price is right.
    Water Grill – Los AngelesResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We are very happy you enjoyed your visit! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Much thanks, Sarah Manager

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  4. Joey

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best experience of my life! Will definitely be going back forsure and eating

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  5. James

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Even on New Year's Eve, service and food was fantastic !

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  6. Val

    Palm Springs

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choice for NYE in DTLA. Food a service were superb. Added touches were a calendar gift and Photo Booth.

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  7. Ralph

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was really kind considering my date cancelled, but I had great meal at the bar!

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  8. Raymond

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Surf and Turf and Sea Bass were excellent. New York aged no so much.

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  9. Cary

    VIP

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and selection for the set menu was very good. We missed some of our favorites from the regular menu. As always, Chris our server provided excellent and attentive service. The Photo Booth was a very nice touch, as were the hats and party favors. I would highly recommend going to the Downtown Watergrill for any special occasion!

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  10. Laura

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food: some courses were delicious, like the roasted beet salad, but my husband had to return two times to the kitchen a filet mignon that was served TWO times absolutely raw inside. The request was for medium rare. My biggest complaint/criticism was the server came and asked us no less than 4 times what we wanted to order for the entire prix fixe meal. I had told her that I hadn't decided 1 time, then just when appetizers were served, she asked again, and again for the entire selection, despite just starting and having been told we wanted breathers in between each course. Server was not listening and kept trying to take the full 4 course order so they could turn the table. You don't do this in an upscale restaurant. I ordered a full size lobster and it was not served with any tools to remove the meat. I was only given a full sized fork and cracker. I asked for a pick and got a cocktail fork. No extra napkins either. Needless to say, I used my hands and it was a mess. We walked out with a $465 bill for two, so I would have expected better service.

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Water Grill – Los Angeles is rated 4.7 stars by 5406 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Google Map for Water Grill ��– Los Angeles

544 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90071

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th St.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Moulton
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Phone number
    (213) 891-0900
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a classic and inviting backdrop for entertaining small and large groups alike.

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