Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Little Tokyo

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchIndianMexican

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DowntownHollywoodSan Fernando Valley / ValenciaWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

Areas

Beverly HillsDowntownGlendaleHollywoodKoreatownSilver Lake

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

A photo of BADMAASH Downtown LA restaurant

1. BADMAASH Downtown LA

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4.6

Exceptional(1282)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Badmaash is an Indian gastropub in downtown Los Angeles that serves up some super tasty Indian cuisine different from anything you've tried before. The restaurant is known for its bold flavors, modern design, and hip-hop playlist. The menu features a variety of dishes, including street food staples, classic Indian dishes with a twist, and innovative creations like the chicken tikka poutine. Whether you're a fan of Indian food or just looking for something new and exciting, Badmaash is definitely worth checking out.

2. Manuela

4.8

Exceptional(236)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 30 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.

3. Dahlia

4.9

Exceptional(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Experience an intimate space for afternoon tea at Dahlia, our newest DTLA destination nestled amid the Downtown bustle. Enjoy a selection of botanical teas and garden-fresh treats in a cozy setting. Gather with friends for a delightful afternoon within Dahlia’s immersive interiors, designed by Kelly Wearstler. Drawing inspiration from Mexican modernism and Moroccan aesthetics, the space features a rich palette of pinks, warm ambers, and verdant greens, complemented by textured tilework, vintage furnishings, and a stunning glass installation from LA’s Judson Studios. Indulge in curated experience by our talented team, Caroline Styne and Chef Suzanne Goin, showcasing local and seasonal ingredients.

4. Abernethy's

4.4

Awesome(946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Chef in Residence: -Pyet DeSpainNative Mexican American CuisineLocated in Downtown Los Angeles on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, Abernethy’s is a destination restaurant offering a unique, ever-changing dining experience from LA, for LA. Featuring up-and-coming chefs and new menus for special limited engagements, Abernethy’s highlights the diverse flavors and people that make up Los Angeles. Abernethy’s is the story of the LA, related and plated by the Chefs who tell it best.Open 3 Hours before shows at Dorthey Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theater and Mark Taper Forum

A photo of Kendall's Brasserie restaurant

5. Kendall's Brasserie

3.9

Excellent(1381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

Located in DTLA on Grand Avenue at The Music Center, Kendall’s is a modern take on a classic French Brasserie. Guests are invited to dine al fresco on the patio, with an inventive cocktail at a modern bar, or over a meal in a light, expressive interior. With a focus on local ingredients, the menu reenergizes classic French dishes like Braised Short Rib and Salmon Buerre Blanc with a touch of “je ne sais quoi”.

A photo of Marco Polo at Silver Lake Pool & Inn restaurant

6. Marco Polo at Silver Lake Pool & Inn

4.6

Exceptional(403)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Silver Lake

Booked 15 times today

Set within Silver Lake Pool & Inn, Marco Polo Trattoria and Bar offers a seasonal menu that celebrates the vibrant, heritage-driven dishes you'll find in Milan with bountiful, local California ingredients. We welcome you to join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch on weekends for an inviting al fresco dining experience. Locals and hotel guests can mingle on our dog-friendly patio. Valet parking available for your convenience. Salut!

7. Intercrew

4.5

Awesome(308)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Koreatown

Booked 2 times today

Intercrew is an experiential dining establishment in the heart of Koreatown, Los Angeles. This must-see venue features a beautiful dining room with two private dining areas and 2 full bars where your crew can enjoy a variety of dining by executive chef Johnny Tran and drinking options inspired by local ingredients and the vibrant culture of Los Angeles.

8. Traxx

4.3

Awesome(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Traxx Restaurant and Traxx Bar are located inside beautiful, historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. We are a semi-fine dining restaurant with a casual attitude and relaxed atmosphere. Our restaurant serves scratch made American Bistro dishes using local a local bakery and local ingredients. We offer seating on our concourse (located in front of the restaurant inside Union Station), the Dining Room, and on our outside Patio in the courtyard. We also serve Traxx Bar, located across the concourse inside Union Station at the main entrance. Traxx Bar hours are M-F 11:30-10pm with kitchen hours until 8pm and Sat & Sun 12-10pm with kitchen hours until 7pm.

A photo of Stella West Hollywood restaurant

9. Stella West Hollywood

4.3

Awesome(359)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • West Hollywood

Booked 33 times today

Stella represents an expression of artistry across the mediums of cuisine, art, and design. Italian for ‘star’, Stella is inspired by the traditions of the traveling hearth of the coastal and pastoral communities of Southern, Central, and Northern Italy, enriched with local, seasonal California ingredients.A creative collaboration between restaurateur, Janet Zuccarini, and Executive Chef Rob Gentile, Stella brings modern twists on age-old Italian culinary traditions to West Hollywood.Inspired by 1950s Italy and created by award-winning designer Wendy Haworth, the restaurant features bold architectural details, rich woods, and vintage-inspired furniture. The multi-level restaurant is complete with private dining rooms and an intimate terrace.With an emphasis on unique dining experiences at every turn, Stella offers a refreshing take on time-honored Italian recipes, where the quality of ingredients takes center stage.

10. Koi - Los Angeles

4.8

Exceptional(1674)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Hollywood

Booked 7 times today

Koi Los Angeles is a sophisticated blend of feng shui and modern elegance. Illuminated by candlelight, the natural and intricate details of the Zen inspired earth-toned colors, sleek design, fireplaces and waterscapes all create the perfect setting.Koi's contemporary Japanese cuisine utilizes local and International ingredients. Among Koi's popular signature shared plates are Koi Crispy Rice topped with your choice of Spicy Tuna; Yellowtail Tartare Truffle Avocado, Filet Mignon; Hamachi Fusion with Soy Yuzu and Truffle essence. Signature entrees include Miso Bronzed Black Cod with Seasonal Vegetables; Peppercorn Filet Mignon "Toban-Yaki" with Shishito Potato Mash; and Grilled Chilean Sea Bass with a Habanero Truffle Sauce. In addition to our signature rolls, Koi's sushi chefs present traditional topmost grades of seafood, including daily selections which are often celebrated by the modern and adventurous palate.

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Kira
San Diego •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Customer service was excellent from the moment we walked onto the property. Everyone was polite, smiling, warm, and hospitable. The front desk, the wait staff, the back up wait staff, the bar, ... everyone. Lovely vibe. Very good food. We had the vegan tea service. Every morsel was delicious. The scones we great! The tea waitress was absolutely lovely, She shared her enthusiasm about her love of tea and it enhanced our experience. We plan to return. We were a group of four.
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DahliaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.9
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Genni
Los Angeles •107 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
V we had a lovely lunch and our server was very kind, courteous and efficient! He checked in on us often and was not over bearing. Thank you for taking such good care of us! Kendall’s is my “go to” restaurant whe I go ti The Music Center.
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Kendall's BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Downtown
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3.9
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OlgaVIP
Los Angeles •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Feb 2025
The food was delicious and service was excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
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ManuelaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.8
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Jerry
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 Jan 2025
Nutritious, delicious, fare, graciously served, at reasonable price in comfortable setting… Perfect for preshow dinner…
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Abernethy'sPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Sept 2023
If you enjoy Indian food, you have to check this place out! Great meal! Reasonably priced!
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BADMAASH Downtown LAPrice: Moderate• Indian• Downtown
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4.6

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