1. Ahmanson Theatre
9.3
135 N Grand Ave (at Temple St), Los Angeles, CA
Theater · Civic Center · 72 tips and reviews
Stephanie Pressman: restaurant is kinda pricey outside, but food and wine are great and adds to the experience to going to see live theater, or you can bring a picnic dinner and eat outside before the show
Max Oken: This is my favorite big theatre in LA! Check out the Pinot grill in the court yard for your pre-show meal and drink. A very pleasant surprise.
Alexis: Opening night! Great theatre in the heart of downtown LA. Check out www.xplorela.com for more events!
2. Peacock Theater
8.8
777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles, CA
Theater · South Park · 160 tips and reviews
X Games: The vert ramp takes the stage at Nokia Theatre July 28th- 31st for X Games 17. Get your tickets now! Read more.
Nokia: This one may come as a shock, but Nokia Theatre is our favorite entertainment venue in California. Pop culture aficionado? You'll love the spectacular concerts and celebrity-packed award shows.
Joyce Davis: Nokia Theater love all the lights outside beautiful place inside to,looks like a place to be would love to be maybe one day we will.
3. Mark Taper Forum
9.0
135 N Grand Ave (at Temple St), Los Angeles, CA
Theater · Civic Center · 22 tips and reviews
ceku: Great intimate theatre! Love the remodeled bathrooms!
Christann Chanell: This theatre ALWAYS has great plays! Don't hesitate to check out any performance! A beautiful space!
Brett M: A unique, inviting space of theater hides here amongst the comfortable cushions in the audience seats. Fine art at budget minded prices makes this a must see and a perfect night out. Prepare to enjoy!
4. Music Center Plaza
9.1
135 N Grand Ave (btwn Temple & 1st St), Los Angeles, CA
Plaza · Civic Center · 14 tips and reviews
Krystal Alvarado: There is nothing better than sitting at the fountain after a long work day and relaxing before a night at the theatre!
DowntownLA.com: "EVERYTHING for every budget and experience – dance, music, theater, events for families, free stuff" – Tatevik Simonian @ www.ThisIsMyDowntown.com/Tatevik-Simonian
Cristina Gonzales: Wonderful place to tea a book, and definitely worth every penny when you watch a show at the Opera or taper forum. Don't be afraid to feed the birds; toppins a bag~
6. LA Live
8.8
800 W Olympic Blvd (at Figueroa St), Los Angeles, CA
Concert Hall · South Park · 86 tips and reviews
DowntownLA.com: There's no end to the awesome concerts and live music at L.A. LIVE - including the STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, Club Nokia, the GRAMMY Museum, and pop-up events on the plaza. Come early for dinner! Read more.
VIP Nation: Psyched for Dream Theater Los Angeles. VIP Packages available at http://bit.ly/DreamVIP
Omar Solis: Saw the new Linkin Park movie. A recording of a live concert in Germany on June 5 2012. The movie was awesome! Loved it! The movie theaters at L.A. Live are great. I really Ike that place. :~)
DowntownLA.com: The Music Center plays home to LA Phil, LA Master Chorale, LA Opera, Center Theatre Group, and LA Chamber Orchestra. Experience them all for a real taste of Los Angeles Read more.
Cherith Zanghi: There are tons of events going on year-round at the MC, even some for free!
ToryBurch: Hear the Los Angeles Philharmonic or Los Angeles Opera at the stunning Frank Gehry-designed Walt Disney Concert Hall.
13. REDCAT
7.1
631 W 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA
Theater · Bunker Hill · 9 tips and reviews
Kiesha Canori: One of our favorite venues...relaxed, unpretentious, great coffee, interesting shows, small, well equipped theater. The people working here are really helpful and friendly.
Kennedy Kabasares: They have free WiFi.
Peter Lada: Yes, there's an espresso machine in there. In capable hands.
15. Otium
8.5
222 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA
New American Restaurant · Bunker Hill · 64 tips and reviews
Georg Kitz: we had the theater menu since we wanted to try many different things and it was amazing. they also make decent Negronis. recommended.
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