Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Downtown

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Updated 05 November 2024

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USC University Club

4.6

4.6 (101)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

The University Club Restaurant is an elegant space to host work meetings or enjoy a gracious setting with friends. Our menu changes seasonally and reflects the best of local produce.

Reservations are recommended. Our dress code is Business Casual.

For reservations, call (213) 740-2030

Top review

Gordon

Dined on 21 Oct 2024

Great service and wonderful food! Thank you . I look forward to returning and am proud to have USC guests there.

Abernethy's

4.6

4.6 (909)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Chef in Residence: -Pyet DeSpain
Native Mexican American Cuisine

Located 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

Top review

Robvip

Dined 3 days ago

Our server was fantastic as was the host who greeted us. The food was very, very good.

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4.5

4.5 (66)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

*Looking to book for 7+ people? Email us at DTLA.reservations@joeyrestaurants.com and someone will get back to you shortly!*JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. Wrapping the corner of 7th and S Flower St with the largest street level patio downtown Los Angeles, JOEY DTLA features a theatre kitchen, a stunning stone bartop and a custom wine wall in the lounge. The dining room showcases a large commissioned art piece by Los Angeles local, America Martin, an interior willow tree that provides an oasis within the city.

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Ronald

Dined 2 days ago

We celebrated my birthday here and it was great! Close to my hotel. Very convenient and cool part of DTLA. Vibe was dope. Good play list and a good variety of people

La Boucherie

4.6

4.6 (1323)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

The ultimate panoramic dining experience in Los Angeles. La Boucherie is an elegant American steak and seafood restaurant boasting an intimate bar featuring sophisticated mixologists crafting bespoke cocktails. Discreet private dining rooms, a Chef’s Table, and Starlight Booths are all available with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the L.A. skyline to accommodate discerning guests.
La Boucherie’s menu features reimagined classics, all created with the finest and freshest ingredients available, many of which are sourced locally. The dining experience is enhanced by a cheese cave, charcuterie atelier, and an extensive, carefully curated Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list featuring over 1,200 hand-selected international and American wines.
Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required; however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts, or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.

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Guadalupe

Dined 3 days ago

We went for our wedding anniversary and it was everything I expected service wise! Unfortunately we didn’t get the views because Mother Nature wasn’t on our side 😭 but we still loved it! Amazing service and compliments to the chef! Drinks were good too 👌🏼. Most definitely worth the price!

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Popular dish

RIBEYE

Popular dish

CHAR-GRILLED FILET MIGNON (8oz)

Popular dish

8oz FILET MIGNON

Poppy + Rose

4.0

4 (659)

$30 and under

American

Flower District

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Jessevip

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!

Rooftop at Wayfarer Hotel DTLA

4.3

4.3 (1817)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

The mood, the views, the late summer afternoon that slips mysteriously into a long LA evening under the stars. Any wonder it’s one of the best rooftop bars in downtown Los Angeles. Join us for killer eats and drinks for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

While it is beautiful and incredibly romantic, our outdoor dining space is not weather proof. In the event of rain or severe weather your reservation may be canceled. If poor weather is forecasted within 24 of your reservation and you have not heard from us, we advise contacting the restaurant directly.

**For large parties between 9 and 20, please contact our team at dining@wayfarerdtla.com.

Top review

Angelica

Dined 4 days ago

Definitely a spot you want to stop by! Great view for bomb pictures and outstanding service with great food! Rebel was a fantastic server and definitely completed our experience!

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Popular dish

Ceviche

Experience

Chef Victor's Holiday Menus

Experience

Thanksgiving at The Rooftop

Le Grand

4.2

4.2 (1353)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Hey, craving something extraordinary? Le Grand Restaurant has epic dining deals packed with flavor, fun, and unforgettable moments!

Start with our 5 for $25 Tapas Deal – choose any five of our chef’s favorite tapas for just $25! Perfect for sharing with friends or savoring solo, it’s the ultimate way to explore a variety of bold, delicious flavors.

Pair your meal with the Unlimited Cocktail Experience for $27, featuring unique creations by our expert mixologists, or our Unlimited Wine Experience for $25, offering premium selections to complement every bite.

For something hearty, don’t miss our Signature Creekstone Farms Ribeye Platter—a premium 16 oz cut with sides like roasted potatoes, caramelized carrots, cauliflower, creamy mushroom sauce, and peppercorn-parmesan butter. It’s perfect for sharing with friends or family!

Book your table now and let Le Grand make your next dining experience unforgettable.

Top review

Wilvip

Dined 1 day ago

I really like Le Grand. Great food and drinks. This was my second time here. It was a Monday and that’s probably why the service was a bit lacking. There was one bartender, so the drinks took a long time to come out and so did the food. Our server Dena was AWESOME and so friendly. Keep us updated on our food and drinks. I will definitely return for more. I do recommend making a reservations.

Proabition DTLA

4.2

4.2 (466)

$30 and under

American

Little Tokyo

About the restaurant

Proabition sits in the center of the fashion hub L.A Fashion District. We feature a progressive American/California cuisine. We offer a year round alfresco dining experience with an aesthetic indoor outdoor enclosed patio. Our beverage program offers a robust collection of spirits and truly artisanal products notably Whiskey, Mezcal and Tequila. Weekend dinner experiences feature live music, fire dancers, our Speakeasy the "Monocole" and culinary and beverage experiences.

Please note that we take every request under consideration, however, we can't guarantee that all requests will always be met.

We offer valet parking Fridays and Saturdays from 6 pm - 2 am and Sundays from 11 am - 6 pm.
Parking structure is available across our venue.

Top review

Karavip

Dined 3 days ago

Dope server! Forgot name but have a mustache tattoo on the back of her neck! Love her!

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3.9

3.9 (1633)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

VALET PARKING $20 per car

Housed in a beautifully restored 1912 firehouse, Engine Co. No. 28 located 3 blocks from the Staples Center and the Los Angeles Convention center has been putting out appetite fires since 1989 with classic American dishes inspired by the regional cooking of firehouses across the country.

The menu features a "signature" Meatloaf, crispy hand-breaded fried chicken, a burger to remember and a great assortment of handmade cocktails, a consistently updated wine list, and a great draft beer selection.

The restaurant is reminiscent of the classic grills of San Francisco and New York - mahogany booths, granite bar, and original brass fire pole with eclectic old filament light bulbs to add to the motif.

Top review

Susan

Dined on 24 Sept 2024

Enjoyed a wonderful meal before heading to the Dodger game. Great experience.. highly recommend

The Biltmore Los Angeles

4.3

4.3 (120)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Stephanievip

Dined 4 days ago

Have been to this tea numerous times and generally always enjoy it and feel satisfied. The tea sandwiches are always good. The tea selection was excellent, multiple delicious sounding black tea options. Don’t need fruity or green teas for high tea imo. The room is gorgeous, a fountain in the center. They used to have some couch seating but I don’t see it any more, just tables and chairs. The service was on point, we were the first ones there but our server brought things out very quickly which was nice. Everyone was friendly. Be warned parking/valet at the hotel is $30+ but you can prepay cash $25 and save a little.

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