Best Casual Restaurants in Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs

22 restaurants available nearby

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1. Kalaveras - Bellflower

4.4

Awesome(43)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lakewood / Bellflower

Booked 5 times today

Kalaveras is a unique fast-casual concept with vibrant colors, art, music, and culture of a time-honored tradition – El Dia de Los Muertos. A blend of innovative urban mixology, Latin American culinary classics, tribute to well-known Hispanic artists, and nothing but buenas vibras!

2. Bestia

4.8

Exceptional(8329)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 174 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

3. Manuela

4.8

Exceptional(229)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 21 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.

4. Hearts and Flame

4.2

Awesome(273)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Tokyo

Booked 9 times today

Hearts & Flame.Coastal Italian dishes in a modern industrial space in the heart of the DTLA Arts District. From fresh made pastas, to sea-to-table dishes, utilizing the freshest seafood from the California coast, our kitchen is at the heart of everything we do. In the middle of our dining room, the flames are ignited from our grill, where steaks, are cooked over an open flame, creating a memorable experience for you and your guests.

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5. Four Bricks by La Crosta

4.6

Exceptional(114)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Whittier

Booked 4 times today

Four Bricks by La Crosta is a rustic Italian Steakhouse located in a historic part of Uptown Whittier. The location was named Four Bricks for the first brick buildings built at the turn of the century when the city was established.We pride ourselves on making fresh handmade pastas, serving highest quality prime steaks, and seasonal Italian creations.Chef Jason Raiola started his culinary career in 2007 and has worked throughout Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. A love for Neapolitan Pizza led him to start La Crosta Wood Fired Pizza in 2019 with his wife Heather and is proof of his love for fresh Italian ingredients.Four Bricks by La Crosta is a husband and wife team, a family venture, a place to enjoy great food with family, friends , and community.

6. CaliChilli

4.7

Exceptional(400)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Long Beach

Booked 8 times today

Chef Mural Manjunath has received four consecutive Michelin stars for his modern take on Indian cuisine. He took an innovative approach by blending traditional Indian flavors with Southeast Asian cuisine to deliver a truly unique experience. At Cali Chilli, we hope to bring you a similar experience through an Indian twist on traditional American dishes. Located across Heartwell Park in Viking Way, a few blocks from Carson & Bellflower Blvd Cali Chilli boasts intimate and cozy seating, and some outdoor seating to enjoy the weather, perfect for any occasion.Butter Chicken Pot Pie, Chef Mural's take on traditional Butter Chicken, Vindaloo, Chef's Signature cut filet mignon are among the favorites.

7. Azabu Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(254)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Whittier

Booked 9 times today

Combining unique and exciting Japanese dishes with traditional quality and service, Azabu restaurant in Uptown Whittier offers an unforgettable dining experience. Great for special occasions, date nights, or just an evening out. With an upscale-casual vibe and top-notch service, Uptown Azabu offers a full array of amenities:- Signature Cuisine by Chef Wenceslao- Full Bar & amazing Craft Cocktail Program- Premium Service & Hospitality- Wine, Sake, Beer Menu- Full Service Sushi Bar- Patio area- Large Party Accommodations & Private Room- Valet on weekends- Happy Hour every day (4-6pm, closed Mondays)Please contact us with any questions:562-789-0881We look forward to serving you.Cheers!

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8. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Cerritos

4.2

Awesome(131)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cerritos

Booked 20 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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9. P.F. Chang's - Cerritos

4.6

Exceptional(93)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Cerritos

Booked 2 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

10. The Eldo

4.7

Exceptional(1008)

Price: Moderate

• American • Long Beach

Booked 21 times today

welcome to the EldoLocated proudly in the heart of Long Beach City, the Eldo - formerly known as the Eldorado - has been a staple in the LBC restaurant community since 1957.Owned by South African native Trevor Nettmann since 2012 - the Eldo has been restored to its fullest potential & now boasts an eclectic menu of both American // South African fare.With a sole focus on serving the highest quality food + craft cocktails & locally brewed craft beer - is passionate about cultivating both a local // international menu with an equally captivating atmosphere for each guest.We would love for you to join us.Cheers - the Eldo

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Michael
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Astounding quality and perfect portions. After finishing our entrees we didn't feel overly full like you do at other places, we certainly had room for dessert. From the first phone call to confirm my reservation to our server, the staff are absolutely lovely (plus, it was a joy to see the legendary local that is Ruben working there!) A great location for a romantic dinner or gathering of good folks.
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Four Bricks by La CrostaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Whittier
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4.6
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LISA
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Last night was my first trip to Bestia although I’ve lived in Los Angeles for 30 years somehow I miss this restaurant Bestia was everything I’ve always heard about it and more the ambience the servers, the food the people it was just an extraordinary experience and I am eager to go back. I might go back again today.!
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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LissaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was amazingly good—as always. Staff pleasantly accommodated our two young children which added to an enjoyable family evening.
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ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.8
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LOGAN
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was able to move up my reservation and had great service from all staff, also were knowledgeable on things. Location is easy to get too and had no issues with parking.The Jazz singer was a plus I was not aware would be there. Steak and pasta were cooked extremely well.
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Hearts and FlamePrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Tokyo
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4.2
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CherylVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
4.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Food was great customer service suck need better management his attitude needs to be better will make workers attitude better
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Kalaveras - BellflowerPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lakewood / Bellflower
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4.4

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Kalaveras - Bellflower

2. Bestia

3. Manuela

4. Hearts and Flame

5. Four Bricks by La Crosta

6. CaliChilli

7. Azabu Restaurant

8. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Cerritos

9. P.F. Chang's - Cerritos

10. The Eldo

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