Central / Downtown La Restaurants

Cecconi's

Address: 8764 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Cecconi's
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Located in West Hollywood at the corner of Melrose Avenue and Robertson Boulevard, Cecconi is a classic Italian restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as cicchetti (Italian tapas). You can enjoy a meal inside the refined dining area within the main restaurant, on the terrace, or at the bar with its wood-burning oven. With its simply prepared Venetian-influenced food and drink, Cecconi is the place to go to if you want some fine dining food that is affordable, as it is focused in serving you the finest in quality ingredients.

25 Degrees

Address: 7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
25 Degrees
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Craving a burger at 3 in the morning? Looking for an upscale place to dine and wine your date but still grab a juicy patty? Look no further. 25 Degrees – open 24-hours-a-day and tempting guests with a list of over 50 reasonably priced wines – has got you covered. Located in the Roosevelt Hotel and enveloping diners in old-school Hollywood ambiance with black crystal chandeliers and French toile wallpaper, the menu options also reflect a more sophisticated palate. Here, the diner is presented with a myriad of culinary possibilities. House-made dipping sauces number over a dozen and there are …

The Griddle Cafe

Address: 7916 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90046
The Griddle Cafe
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Talk about a breakfast menu, The Griddle Café on Sunset Blvd. in Los Angeles is home to one of the most extensive in the city. This café boasts more than 10 different kinds of pancakes, a ton of egg dishes, and all your morning favorites. In addition, they even have a lunch menu and serve the entire menu all day! Come out to this fun eatery in Los Angeles and indulge in all your favorite breakfast goodies. Whether you’re in the mood for a burger or something hot off the griddle, The Griddle Café is sure to be a crowd …

Roscoe's House of Chicken 'n Waffles

Address: 1518 N. Gower St, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Roscoe's House of Chicken 'n Waffles
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Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles is a pop culture icon and a must-visit landmark in Los Angeles. It is the epitome of soul food- tender and crispy Southern-fried chicken and tasty waffles doused in maple syrup culminate in a meal that strikes the preverbal nail on the head that is the tricky balance between sweet and savory. Although the combination of fried chicken and waffles is an east-coast transplant, Southern Californians have taken a shine to the wonderfully sweet and crispy combination. Top it off with one of their signature side dishes (the macaroni and cheese is always a …

Fig & Olive

Address: 8490 Melrose Place, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Fig & Olive
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Fig & Olive on Melrose Place in West Hollywood has a menu created around carefully selected ingredients from farmers offering the finest produce in order to present patrons Mediterranean influenced dishes. A passion for extra virgin olive oil prevails in the kitchen at Fig & Olive; each dish is prepared with olive oil in place of butter. The beginning of each meal sees a variety of extra virgin olive oil offered to guests to sample. Lunch, served during the week, offers a la carte entrees like Mediterranean Branzino and Rosemary Lamb Chops as well as soups, salads, sandwiches, and pasta …

Nonna of Italy

Address: 9255 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Nonna of Italy
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Inspired by the hospitable aspects of traditional Italian dining, Nonna of Italy offers a variety of delicious pastas, salads, soups, and deserts for both lunch and dinner. Enjoy Chef Kieth Silverton's innovative take on classic Italian dishes. The restaurant allows for people watching from the patio in the historic Sunset Strip area of West Hollywood. From the wood-fired pizzas, fine seafood, and crispy calamari, to the Apple Tarte Tatin, Chocolate Fondant and the other ever-popular desserts, Nonna of Italy prides itself on its traditional hospitality and traditional Hollywood style.

Delphine Eatery & Bar

Address: 6250 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Delphine Eatery & Bar
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Delphine Eatery & Bar is both nostalgic and modern with its timeless take on old world Hollywood and fine cuisine. Located inside the W Hotel in Hollywood, this restaurant is both a local favorite as well as a dinning destination for visitors. Serving California Bistro fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and on the weekends, brunch as well, anytime of day Delphine Eatery & Bar can accommodate guests. Dishes run the gamut from sandwiches and an extensive raw bar, to Steak Frites and the self proclaimed Hollywood’s Best Burger. Located right next to The Pantages Theatre, the bar is a fine …

Takami Sushi and Robata Restaurant

Address: 811 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Takami Sushi and Robata Restaurant
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Trendy, chic, and elegant, Takami Sushi and Robata Restaurant is provides an elegant setting to dine for those in Downtown Los Angeles. The restaurant sits 21 floors in the air on the corner of Wilshire and 6th in Downtown Los Angeles’ Financial District. Enjoy selections from their sushi and robata menu for lunch and dinner. With signature cocktails and a wide variety of wines and beers, Takami offers a unique dining experienced with a patio view unlike any other.

Tawanna Thai Restaurant

Address: 6236 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048
Tawanna Thai Restaurant
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Tawanna Thai Restaurant is one of Los Angeles' South East Asian cuisine hot spots. A fine selection of delicious signature cocktails, Thai Tea Martinis, Korean blueberry wine Bokbunja, and Asian beers and wines are just some of the things patrons can enjoy at Tawanna Thai. The dinner menu boasts a broad selection of salads, noodles, sides, soups, entrees, and even a "Vegetable Lover's" portion. Asides from the food and drink selections, Tawanna has live music. A folk band plays every Friday and Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. making it a great places for a date or just a …

Square One Dining

Address: 4854 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Square One Dining
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Square One Dining offers Hollywood on of Los Angeles’ premium dining experiences. Offering breakfast and lunch, Square One Dinning makes a point to use the freshest ingredients from organic local farms as much as possible. With hormone free meat products, Square one ensures a natural and delicious way to dine. The fruit salad at Square One Dining, referred to by some as “a farmers market in a cup”, contains a cheerful melody of seasonal fruit. If a fresh and healthy breakfast or lunch is in the cards, come and enjoy fluffy buttermilk pancakes with vanilla whipped cream, a hardy omelet …

WP24

Address: 900 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
WP24
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On the 24th floor of the Ritz Carlton in Downtown Los Angeles is WP24 by Wolfgang Puck. The location offers patrons breath-taking panoramic views of downtown, just a stone’s throw from LA Live and the Staples center. The lounge at WP24 is a fine place to grab a bite to eat and a quick drink before a game, concert, or show. This Chinese-Fusion Bistro offers diners two Prix Fixe choices, a three-course and four-course meal, should they choose to dine in the main restaurant. Popular entrees include the Peking Duck, “Angry” Two-Pound Live Maine Lobster, and Whole Sea Bass Baked …

The Lazy Ox Canteen

Address: 241 South San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The Lazy Ox Canteen
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Specializing in using the freshest fare, The Lazy Ox Canteen prides itself on the creative presentation of dishes. Owner Michael Hide Cardenas delivers a menu of both exciting and exceptional ingredients that that may seem unlikely, but blend to form fine flavors. Basing much of their dishes off the idea of hospitality and culture, The Lazy Ox Canteen is a dinning destination for first timers and foodies alike. Get the meal started with the popular Pig Ear Chicharron. For the main course, try one of the best burgers in Los Angeles, the 7 oz Lazy Ox Burger. Sample the Lazy …

The Village Idiot

Address: 7383 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
The Village Idiot
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The Village Idiot is a one-stop shop with over thirty types of wine ranging in international flavor as well as beers like Guinness on draft and local craft brews. The menu ranges from breakfast, which is served all day, a "day" menu, as well as a dinner menu. A mixture of continental European pub food and American style cuisine, this gastro pub in West Hollywood proves to be both exciting and delicious. The brick walls, plastered with photos from the 1930s and furniture lends this pub an air of casualness. Come socialize, watch a game with friends, relax and enjoy …

Palsaik Samgyupsal Korean BBQ

Address: 863 S Western Ave Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles, CA 90005
Palsaik Samgyupsal Korean BBQ
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Anyone who has dined at a Korean BBQ would agree that it is an eating marathon. Palsaik Samgyupsal Korean BBQ located in Koreatown on South Western avenue between West 8th and 9th street, is the perfect place for the full Korean BBQ experience. Its name roughly translates to “8 Colors of Pork”, which refers to the eight flavors of pork belly guests will eat at the communal table outfitted with a grill and stovetop range. The eight flavors cover the entire gamut of taste from sweet to salty, so diners are sure to find something that suits their taste. Guests …

Sweet Lady Jane

Address: 8360 Melrose Avenue Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Sweet Lady Jane
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Cakes, pastries, and pies made from scratch are what customers are in store for at the cozy Sweet Lady Jane Bakery located in West Hollywood on the corner of Melrose Avenue and North King Road. Sweet Lady Jane grew from humble beginnings when owner Jane Lockhart used to bake out of her home kitchen and sold her delicious desserts to LA restaurants. Fast forward 24 years, and Sweet Lady Jane has expanded to two bakeries and is also a baker to the Hollywood elite. Sweet Lady Jane prides itself with preparing their sweets without any mixes or preservatives, so patrons …

Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro

Address: 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro
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Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro is synonymous with a fun and fulfilling dining experience at The Grove in the heart of Los Angeles. With a diverse seasonal menu ranging from cheese and charcuterie to fresh seafood, prime cuts of steak, and even fondue, this successful L.A. establishment caters to the palates of all who walk through the doors. Enjoy a glass of wine and wonderful views of The Grove's lively fountain while you dine. Morels French Steakhouse offers more than 60 wines by the glass, and for those who truly enjoy a superb pairing of wine and cheese, Morels provides …

Ajisai

Address: 809 Palm Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90069
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Nestled in West Hollywood, Ajisai, is a quaint little sushi place, with a cozy atmosphere. The wooden décor is surrounded by artwork, as you walk further in, a yellow backdrop and a small sushi bar can be seen, tucked away in the back. The friendly staff and delicious food make you feel right at home. The head sushi chef prides himself on serving fresh fish, to create his scrumptious sushi rolls. Their menu offers the sushi dinner, bento box’s, or specialty rolls such as the #809 crunchy roll, which contains spicy albacore tempura roll Julian vegetable on top with ginger …

Cicada (Duplicate)

Address: 617 S Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014

Asia de Cuba

Address: 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Asia de Cuba
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Asia de Cuba aims to transport diners to unseen worlds, and they very well may accomplish this with an innovative menu, unique ambiance, and hip crowd. The atmosphere combines the best of both indoors and out, with a hip, see-and-be-seen vibe indoors and a quiet and romantic landscaped patio outside. The menu equally fuses two drastically different worlds, inventing a new type of cuisine in the process. As the restaurant’s name suggests, Asian cuisine mingles with Latin flavors, with such dishes as Seafood Pad Thai, “Havana Style” and Cuban Spiced Chicken with Thai coconut sticky rice and avocado fruit salsa. …

Campanile

Address: 624 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Campanile
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Campanile opened in 1989. Since then both Campanile has been the recipient of numerous awards and nominations, including Los Angeles Culinary Master of the Year. Campanile offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of menu options to please almost any palate. Enjoy such dishes as the Pan Roasted Stripped Bass and Kabocha Squash and Ricotta Ravioli. Campanile is great for family and friends to come together and enjoy a good meal and the company of one another. Try Campanile today and your taste buds will thank you.