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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Little Tokyo

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4.7
Exceptional(3981)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Silver Lake
Booked 138 times today
Bacari Silverlake is a Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant featuring Mediterranean-influenced dishes by Chef Lior Hillel. We are the 5th restaurant of Kronfli Brothers, a family-owned, growing group of restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Alongside our delicious tapas, we offer a rotating curation of small-production wines and eclectic beers, unique craft cocktails & mocktails, and we are also known for our one-of-a-kind 90-minute open bar special.Our team provides warm hospitality in our indoor lounge & bar, or in one of many tree-house-like outdoor patios, all marked with rustic mediterranean decor. You will feel like home when dining at Bacari Silverlake.We welcome but do not require reservations — we love to accommodate walk-ins and large parties, even on busy nights. Bacari Silverlake is the go-to spot for our neighbors, and we look forward to hosting you soon!
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4.7
Exceptional(3608)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.
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4.7
Exceptional(844)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hollywood
Booked 48 times today
Antico Nuovo is a restaurant nestled in "East Larchmont Village" that draws inspiration from the Italian countryside. The menu features Chef Chad Colby's ode to Italian ancient tradition and technique with hand-made pasta, wood-fired meats, vegetables, and fish. Curated and tailored to the menu, the wine program offers a deep dive into varietals from Italy and beyond.
A photo of Mama Por Dios - DTLA restaurant
4.1
Excellent(585)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 10 times today
Mamá por Dios is a restaurant that highlights the best of México, with its flavors, aromas, colors, traditions and art. Bringing it closer to its customers and every drink in every corner. Mamá por Dios is a Mexican gourmet restaurant where you can celebrate every moment to the sound of live Mariachi or enjoy a shot to the beats of a great DJ.
A photo of Openaire restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2316)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Koreatown
Booked 15 times today
Native Angeleno, surfer and two-Michelin star chef Josiah Citrin brings a culinary vision built around California’s bounty from land and sea to Openaire. The menu and ingredients reflect the seasons and the interplay of cultural influences that define LA, serving in a lush greenhouse and tented garden oasis on the 2nd floor terrace at the LINE hotel, in the heart of K-Town.For inquiries of 10+ guests, please email us at: Openaire@TheLineHotel.com.
A photo of Joyce restaurant
4.5
Awesome(512)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 21 times today
Joyce celebrates the essence of soulful Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience. To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability.
A photo of Shibumi restaurant
4.4
Awesome(189)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Traditional. Seasonal. Japanese.Shibumi is an intimate 40 seat Japanese restaurant and bar located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Guests are invited to enjoy a unique and rare selection of beverages paired with seasonal offerings. The program begins with a quest for the highest quality local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. And it finishes with skillful arrangement on handmade ceramics atop a 400-year old cypress counter. Omakase now available!
A photo of The Biltmore Los Angeles restaurant
4.2
Awesome(119)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
History, luxury and opulence seamlessly intertwine at The Biltmore Los Angeles, setting the stage for unforgettable dining experiences. Discover why locals and guests love one of downtown L.A.’s favorite historic watering holes, Gallery Bar & Grill, where carved angels elegantly grace the granite bar. Enjoy wine, beer and unforgettable cocktails. Sample light fare and classic bar eats at our nostalgic Gallery Bar & Grill with its comfortable couches and memorabilia-filled cabinets.Enjoy live music every second and last Saturday from 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM.
A photo of HATCH restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(639)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
HATCH is an izakaya bar & grill featuring yakitori, a fresh raw bar, and trendy California flavors for a unique and creative signature flare. We celebrate craft cocktails, draft beers and sake highlighting Japanese specialties – specifically Japanese whiskies. We are lively and casual, with a fun dining experience that families, couples and friends can enjoy. Diners can expect a colorful journey of yummy tapas-style portions to share in an energetic and contemporary setting, where great food meets good times. Validation available for THE BLOC Parking Garage. Reservations are held for 20 minutes.
A photo of Poppy + Rose restaurant
4.0
Excellent(659)
Price: Moderate
• American • Flower District
Poppy + Rose is known for our buttermilk fried chicken & waffles, pulled pork hash, mimosas, rose mojito and more! Come visit us at the historic SoCal Flower Market 7 days a week from 9AM-3PM. Poppy+Rose's Rooftop Patio is currently closed; all groups will be seated in our indoor dining room located at 765 Wall Street. Poppy+Rose welcomes walk-ins 7 days a week. For groups up to 8, reservations can be made Mon-Thurs via Open Table. We do not take reservations on Friday or Saturday for groups under 9.For groups of 9+ we offer large party pricing and reservations 7 days a week for our dining room only. While a reservation for a large group is not necessary, the pricing for large parties will still apply to all walk-in parties of 9+. For large party reservations and buyout pricing please email gm@poppyandrose.com.

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  • Tomvip
    Los Angeles •68 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food was delicious, the restaurant is beautiful and the server was terrific. The restaurant was a bit cold, and as it filled up it got disproportionately noisy (lots of hard surfaces).
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    Civico 2064Price: Moderate• Italian• Los Feliz
    4.5
  • Christopher
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Overrall, great experience, flower package was a plus for anniversary celebration
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    Mama Por Dios - DTLAPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Downtown
    4.1
  • emily
    Los Angeles •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 17 Nov 2024
    I took my mom here for her birthday who is half Japanese and she had a wonderful time! We all really enjoyed experiencing flavors that were unique and fun to share with each other. We all ordered the omakase and ordered the almonds and chinmi separately. Maybe the only ding in the experience was the servers mispronounced omakase, which was weird considering it's a high-end Japanese restaurant. They don't put the emphasis on "ma", rather they make it sound like kamikaze which is off-putting at the ordering stage. I loved the Grilled California Holstein Beef Strip the most. It was so simple to look at, but the flavor of the beef with the salt crystals was divine. Loved the fresh seaweed shot with grapes! This made all of us say Wow! The omakase came with a mackerel sushi roll which wasn't on the menu, but it was a flavor bomb. The steamed rice was beautiful with the pork jowl. I could eat that rice on its own though! The miso soup was super tasty! I would skip the shiitake tempura but it's part of the omakase. Too oily, don't eat the whole thing. The new katsu with wagyu beef is a huge amount of food. My mom ate 1/4 of it and had to take the rest home, but my boyfriend ate the whole thing! The cocktails were fantastic, along with the sake pairings throughout our meal. The bartender was stellar. Loved the Yuzu Reviver (vodka) and the Old Fashioned. We left feeling full and satisfied, but not stuffed. It was all delicious! Expect a 2 1/2 hour delectable experience! Enjoy!
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    ShibumiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
    4.4
  • Christavip
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Nov 2024
    Wonderful !! Love coming here for tailgate . Staff are amazing
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    Moreton FigPrice: Moderate• reserved• Downtown
    4.7
  • Jessevip
    Los Angeles •53 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 10 Aug 2024
    Worth a visit for breakfast whether you're shopping the LA Flower Mart or not! I changed up and went with the shrimp n grits. The grits were better than most in town and the dish was flavor-packed! I could go for more grits in the serving though. My date had the crab benedict which she loved, with the exception of the biscuit. I had to agree, it was a little too dense. You can't miss with the chicken and waffles here. I also tried the Rose Mojito for the first time and the second time, lol! Really good, so be careful!
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    Poppy + RosePrice: Moderate• American• Flower District
    4

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Little Tokyo

Discover a culinary journey worth the drive in Downtown, South, and East LA, particularly in the vibrant neighborhood of Little Tokyo. This area is renowned for its diverse dining scene that blends traditional and innovative cuisines, creating a unique gastronomic landscape. Restaurants here cater to a variety of tastes, offering everything from exotic international flavors to classic American dishes, all crafted with exceptional skill and creativity. Patrons can expect top-notch service, inviting atmospheres, and menus that make each dining experience truly memorable. These establishments not only meet but exceed expectations, making them standout destinations for both locals and visitors alike. Whether you're seeking a casual meal or a sophisticated dining experience, the restaurants in Little Tokyo promise an unforgettable culinary adventure, proving themselves to be truly "worth the drive."

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