1. Asterid
7.9
141 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Restaurant · Bunker Hill · 3 tips and reviews
Russell Adams: The ceviche is superb. Chicken liver mousse sublime, cauliflower subtly spicy and the short rib scrumptious.
Russell Adams: The ceviche was so good we ordered a second dish of the same. Fabulous! The cauliflower was dynamite. We’re coming back. Excellent wines.
M S: Chef and LA-native Ray Garcia’s new restaurant at Disney Hall — marks the end of Patina’s longstanding era with a full food and beverage revamp at Downtown’s Music Center.
2. Il Machiato Cafe
8.1
312 W 5th St Ste 105 (Hill St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews
Corey Johnson: Coffee cake tiramisu and a double shot of espresso. Amazing. Great place, friendly people.
Benjamin Godfre: Great OJ to start your day.
Kiesha Canori: I've been going to this cafe since 2009, and this place has got to be the best, the food and drinks are really decent! Its just the best friendliest customer service so far in Downtown, LA!
3. Otium
8.5
222 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA
New American Restaurant · Bunker Hill · 64 tips and reviews
Parker Wilson: Crispy potatoes are delish! Perfect way to start brunch.
Doug de Wet: Their killer kale salad features complimentary flavors and textures: salty, sweet, sour, nutty, crunchy with great mouthfeel. Satisfying and clean, it plays well with other dishes.
Doug de Wet: Fabulous first impression: kale salad, hangtown fry, and avocado toast all delicious, Dwell worthy design, vibrant energy, a powerhouse, destination worthy addition to DTLA's culture boom
8. Bestia
9.2
2121 E 7th Pl (at Santa Fe Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Los Angeles · 249 tips and reviews
Evan: Husband and wife team Executive Chef Ori Menashe and Pastry Chef Genevieve Gergis are responsible for the amazing food here. You can't go wrong, but order charcuterie and the chocolate budino tart.
Eater: There's heavy emphasis on house-cured meats, pizzas, and pastas, with unexpected and inspired flavors. The beverage program here, from cocktails to wine, is a hit, too. [Eater 38 Member]
Melissa Richardson Banks aka Downtown Muse: Tartufo black truffle pizza and Cavatelli alla Norcina pasta (ricotta dumplings, more black truffles!) are THE best! Start with chicken liver crostino. For dessert? Try the chocolate tart!