Food & Dining in Los Angeles

20 picks in Los Angeles, United States

Food & Dining in Los Angeles

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Food & Dining

LA's dining scene is as diverse as its population, offering everything from celebrity chef restaurants to authentic ethnic eateries and food trucks. The city's culinary landscape reflects global influences and California's farm-to-table philosophy.

Must See

Holbox

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (2,837)

Holbox is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.8★ from 2837 reviews. Located at 3655 S Grand Ave c9, Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:30β€―AM – 9:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30β€―AM – 9:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 11:30β€―AM – 9:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 11:30β€―AM – 9:00β€―PM
Must See

JOEY DTLA

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (5,441)

JOEY DTLA is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.8★ from 5441 reviews. Located at 700 W 7th St Ste S430, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 11:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―AM
  • Tuesday: 11:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―AM
  • Wednesday: 11:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―AM
  • Thursday: 11:00β€―AM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Friday: 11:00β€―AM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Saturday: 11:00β€―AM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Sunday: 11:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―AM
Must See

Bacari Silverlake

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (1,734)

Bacari Silverlake is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.6★ from 1734 reviews. Located at 3626 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:00β€―PM – 12:30β€―AM
  • Friday: 5:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Saturday: 10:30β€―AM – 2:30β€―PM, 4:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Sunday: 10:30β€―AM – 2:30β€―PM, 4:00 – 11:00β€―PM
Must See

Redbird

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (1,831)

Redbird is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.6★ from 1831 reviews. Located at 114 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 10:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 10:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 9:00β€―PM
Must See

Maccheroni Republic

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (3,110)

Maccheroni Republic is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.6★ from 3110 reviews. Located at 332 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 11:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 11:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Thursday: 11:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Friday: 11:00β€―AM – 9:30β€―PM
  • Saturday: 11:00β€―AM – 9:30β€―PM
  • Sunday: 11:00β€―AM – 9:30β€―PM
Must See

Philippe The Original

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (12,209)

Philippe The Original is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.6★ from 12209 reviews. Located at 1001 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 6:00β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
Grand Central Market
Top Pick

Grand Central Market

A historic downtown food hall operating since 1917, featuring over 30 vendors offering everything from tacos and Thai food to artisan coffee and gourmet pastries. Mix of traditional and trendy vendors creates a unique atmosphere. Perfect for sampling diverse cuisines in one location. Popular spots include Eggslut, Sarita's Pupuseria, and G&B Coffee. Open daily with varying vendor hours. Communal seating can get crowded during lunch. Great for food tours and Instagram photos. Located in the heart of downtown near Angels Flight Railway.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed
Koreatown Dining
Top Pick

Koreatown Dining

LA's Koreatown is the largest Korean community outside Korea, offering authentic Korean BBQ, late-night eateries, karaoke, and spas. Many restaurants operate 24 hours. Must-try experience for foodies. Korean BBQ restaurants let you grill meat at your table. Popular spots include Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong, Quarters BBQ, and Park's BBQ. Also try Korean fried chicken, bibimbap, and soon tofu. Many establishments in Plaza shopping centers. Parking can be challenging; use parking lots. Great late-night dining destination.

⏱ 2-3 hours for dinnerNo Booking Needed
Top Pick

71Above

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (2,804)

71Above is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 2804 reviews. Located at 633 W 5th St 71st floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 5:00 – 9:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 4:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00β€―PM
Top Pick

Bestia

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (4,060)

Bestia is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 4060 reviews. Located at 2121 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 5:00 – 11:00β€―PM
Top Pick

RΓ©publique

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (7,255)

RΓ©publique is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 7255 reviews. Located at 624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM, 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 8:00β€―AM – 2:00β€―PM
Top Pick

Cicada Restaurant and Lounge

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (414)

Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 414 reviews. Located at 617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 6:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 6:30 – 11:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: Closed
Top Pick

Water Grill

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (2,243)

Water Grill is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 2243 reviews. Located at 544 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 11:30β€―AM – 11:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 11:30β€―AM – 11:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 11:30β€―AM – 10:00β€―PM
Top Pick

Orsa & Winston

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (311)

Orsa & Winston is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.5★ from 311 reviews. Located at 122 4th St FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK BUILDING, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: Closed
Top Pick

Perch

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.4 (7,624)

Perch is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.4★ from 7624 reviews. Located at 448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 12:30 – 1:00β€―AM, 4:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Tuesday: 4:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Wednesday: 4:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM
  • Thursday: 4:00β€―PM – 1:30β€―AM
  • Friday: 11:30β€―AM – 1:30β€―AM
  • Saturday: 10:00β€―AM – 1:30β€―AM
  • Sunday: 10:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―AM
Top Pick

Meteora

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.4 (391)

Meteora is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.4★ from 391 reviews. Located at 6703 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 – 9:30β€―PM
  • Friday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 5:30 – 9:30β€―PM
Top Pick

Dunsmoor

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.4 (405)

Dunsmoor is a highly-rated restaurant in Los Angeles, rated 4.4★ from 405 reviews. Located at 3501 N Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065, USA.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Friday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
  • Sunday: 5:30 – 10:00β€―PM
Smorgasburg LA
Notable

Smorgasburg LA

A weekly outdoor food market on Sundays at ROW DTLA featuring 100+ vendors, artisans, and food makers. Sample everything from gourmet donuts to international street food. The market atmosphere is lively with live music and local brands. Family-friendly and dog-friendly. Cash and cards accepted at most vendors but bring cash for easier transactions. Parking in the ROW DTLA structure. Arrive hungry and plan to try multiple items. Open rain or shine with covered areas. Also operates at Paramount Studios lot on Thursdays.

⏱ 2-3 hoursNo Booking Needed
Santa Monica Farmers Markets
Notable

Santa Monica Farmers Markets

Award-winning farmers markets operating four days a week with over 75 farmers selling fresh California produce, flowers, and artisan goods. The Wednesday downtown market (since 1981) is the largest and most popular. Perfect for experiencing local food culture and meeting farmers. Many top LA chefs shop here. Sample seasonal fruits and vegetables. Prepared food vendors offer breakfast and lunch options. Free cooking demonstrations on Wednesday. The Sunday Main Street market has a more neighborhood feel. Bring reusable bags.

⏱ 1-2 hoursNo Booking Needed
LA Food Tours
Notable

LA Food Tours

Guided culinary walking tours exploring LA's diverse food scenes in neighborhoods like Downtown, Little Tokyo, Arts District, and more. Tours typically include 5-7 food tastings and cultural insights. Excellent way to discover hidden gems and learn neighborhood history. Tours last 2.5-3.5 hours and cover 1-2 miles of walking. Guides share insider knowledge about LA food culture. Book advance reservations. Popular companies include Melting Pot Food Tours and Six Taste. Vegetarian and dietary restriction options available on request.

⏱ 2.5-3.5 hoursBook Ahead

Tips for Food & Dining

  • Reservations: Book popular restaurants weeks in advance, especially for weekend dinners
  • Tipping: Standard 18-20% gratuity; some restaurants add automatic service charge for large parties
  • Food Trucks: Follow favorite food trucks on social media for location updates
  • Happy Hours: Many restaurants offer excellent happy hour deals (typically 3-6 PM)
  • Dietary Restrictions: LA restaurants are very accommodating to vegan, vegetarian, and allergy needs

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