Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Downtown

22 restaurants available nearby

1. Mrs. Fish

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

A truly unique dining and cocktail experience nestled below the main level of the historic Pershing Square Building, in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Mrs. Fish is a subterranean Japanese restaurant lounge providing the perfect gathering place for after-work libations, pre-theater bites or full dining experiences. *Walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with ID*Valet Parking is offered Tuesday – Saturday for $13.00 Cash, $14 Credit Card. *Our Dress Code is Upscale Casual preferred. Presentable shirts, jeans, or shorts are acceptable.*We advise guests to arrive at the time of reservation to Check-in for table. We have a 15 minute grace period if guests are running late. The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 6 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

2. Le Petit Paris

4.7

Exceptional(2876)

Price: Moderate

• French • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

If you ask the brilliant minds behind Le Petit Paris, Fanny and David Rolland, They will say “We were born in a restaurant, literally”. From Grandpa to father, the restaurant business has been a natural part of their daily life.They decided 15 years ago to create their first restaurant in Cannes, Le Petit Paris, Parisian brasserie, located in the middle of the international film festival city.In order to give the opportunity of an unforgettable experience in Cannes to their international clientele, they decided to run a business on the beach with the combination of well being, relaxed and lay down on the beach with a cocktail and enjoying a gastronomic food.David and Fanny were always striving to be surrounded by great collaborators in order to provide a real “savoir-faire” to their clients. They have been known worldwide now thanks to their hard work and dedication.

3. San Laurel

4.8

Exceptional(341)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

San Laurel is one of the flagship restaurants in Chef José Andrés’ collection at Conrad Los Angeles. Here, he effortlessly combines his signature forward-thinking approach to Spanish cuisine with the gorgeous produce found at Southern California’s year-round farmers’ markets. San Laurel is open daily for breakfast and dinner service.The restaurant’s interior combines organic, earthy tones and natural wood finishes with richer hues to complement what’s on the plate: the flavors of Spain as seen through a California lens.

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4. Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse - Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(3264)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Celebrated by the Food Network as the Best Steakhouse in California, Nick & Stef's Steakhouse offers contemporary high-design showcasing a menu combining steakhouse tradition and culinary flair. Indulge in the expanded dry-aged prime steak options and fresh-catch seafood selections paired with a curated world-class wine list of over 500 labels. Parking in Wells Fargo parking garage; validation 2 hours $7.00 3 hours $10Things of note:-Cashless payments only-The outdoor patio can be cold! Please dress for your own comfort!- Gratuity applied to parties of six or larger

5. Drago Centro

4.7

Exceptional(3704)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Chef Celestino Drago has created a menu representative of the cultural diversity of Italy. The concept of “Contemporary Italian Cuisine”, emphasizes local dishes, fresh, high quality ingredients and old flavors that have defined Italian cuisine for centuries and which are revisited to create a truly eclectic menu. The extensive menu is a la carte and offers daily specials featuring many unique items. DRAGO Centro offers a diverse and extensive selection of premium wines from Italy and around the world. DRAGO Centro’s unique interior is designed by acclaimed Los Angeles based designer Stanley Felderman, who is internationally renowned for creating modern buildings, interiors and product with a playful twist.

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6. Noe Bar at the Omni Los Angeles

4.5

Awesome(1536)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to NOE, an Angeleno Bistro, a vibrant culinary haven nestled in downtown Los Angeles. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of diverse flavors, complemented by craft cocktails, Arts District microbrews, and an extensive wine selection. Whether you prefer our outdoor patio with mesmerizing skyline views, the intimate cocktail lounge with live music, or the refined dining room, each space offers a unique experience. Our menu, a fusion of small plates and mains, celebrates the eclectic spirit of Los Angeles, sourced sustainably from local vendors. Join us for Happy Hour, indulge in our rotating drink specials, and on Fridays and Saturdays, savor live piano melodies – the perfect backdrop to a delightful dining affair. Don't miss our summer concert series at the Yard, a collaborative venture with Grand Performances. NOE is where culinary diversity and cultural celebration come together.

7. Vespaio

4.5

Awesome(2507)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Get wined and dined downtown at Chef Agostino Sciandri’s newest restaurant, located in the Emerson.We are DTLA's premier power lunch or per theater date spot! Join us for a truly authentic italian dining experience, the likes of which will delivery your senses strait back to Tuscany.

8. Abernethy's

4.6

Exceptional(907)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Chef in Residence: -Pyet DeSpainNative Mexican American CuisineLocated 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

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9. Kendall's Brasserie

4.0

Excellent(1328)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Located in DTLA on Grand Avenue at The Music Center, Kendall’s is a modern take on a classic French Brasserie. Guests are invited to dine al fresco on the patio, with an inventive cocktail at a modern bar, or over a meal in a light, expressive interior. With a focus on local ingredients, the menu reenergizes classic French dishes like Braised Short Rib and Salmon Buerre Blanc with a touch of “je ne sais quoi”.

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10. Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(139)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Set in the Historical Core of Downtown Los Angeles, Hill Street Bar and Restaurant offers modern American cuisine with a dash of left-of-Little-Tokyo. The Urli Bird Coffee Counter opens at 7:30 am, providing house-roasted beans and a selection of pastries, while regular restaurant service begins at 11:30. A popular lunch and early dinner destination, we are close to city court houses, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Ahmanson, and the Broad and Contemporary Art museums. Prefer a cocktail? Our bar is carefully curated, fully stocked, and always friendly!We readily accept inquiries for private events and gatherings, and off-site catering needs. Our goal at 2nd and Hill is to be your one-stop-shop!

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April
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Mrs Fish was so amazing! The service to the food to the drinks were all amazing! My boyfriend and I got baked crab roll, shrimp skewer, baked cod, uni pasta, scallop nigiri, and four different drinks. We loved everything that we ate! The fish tank was really nice to look at too! All the servers, bartender, and hosts were alls so very friendly. We cant wait to come back next time!
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Mrs. FishPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.5
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Georgevip
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
At breakfast I had the best congee I ever had in the United States at San Laurel. The ingredients were spectacular. Home made dried pork hash was made from jamon iberico and their XO sauce was also homemade by the chef. I shall order congee for breakfast every time I stay at Conrad Downtown LA.
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San LaurelPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Downtown
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4.8
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Erikvip
Greater Boston •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wow, coming from a first generation Italian family with a Mom who is the “heavy weight champion” of authentic Italian fare. This meal was epoch. We need DRAGO in Boston!! I will always come back here when I am any where near LA. Service, class and perfection all around the table… Erik Santucci
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Drago CentroPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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Mary
Los Angeles •59 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
we love dining at Nick & Stefs- always an excellent experience!
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Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse - Los AngelesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.7
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Luis
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Amazing food! Thank you so much le petit Paris. I felt like we were in Paris.
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Le Petit ParisPrice: Moderate• French• Downtown
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4.7

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Mrs. Fish

2. Le Petit Paris

3. San Laurel

4. Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse - Los Angeles

5. Drago Centro

6. Noe Bar at the Omni Los Angeles

7. Vespaio

8. Abernethy's

9. Kendall's Brasserie

10. Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

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