Restaurants near El Sereno Recreation Center

106 restaurants available nearby

1. Bestia

4.7

Exceptional(8280)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 100 times today

A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

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2. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

4.5

Awesome(1197)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey Park

Booked 41 times today

Introducing a reimagined Luminarias, with a newly modernized take following a multimillion-dollar interior and exterior remodel. Our open-concept dining room features 25-foot floor-to-ceiling windows — seamlessly blending into an expansive deck for sweeping views of the San Gabriel Valley. With a revamped menu comprised of New American dishes with Latin influence, and a vast bar of specialty cocktails and premium spirits, we're here to give you an unforgettable dining experience.

3. Bavel

4.8

Exceptional(4991)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Downtown

Booked 91 times today

A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

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4. Girl & the Goat L.A.

4.7

Exceptional(4075)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 76 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard and her team are thrilled to have joined LA’s vibrant restaurant community and continue our tradition of serving bold-flavored foods in a fun and lively family-style setting. Stephanie and her team have also crafted new dishes inspired by California produce and local flavors, like carrot-tahini dip with tahini tofu, and curried goat with radishes, pickled vegetables, and masa chips. To enhance the experience we offer a selection of wines from around the world with a focus on small producers, a rotating list of craft beers, and a list of innovative cocktails created by our bartenders. Located in the Arts District at 555 Mateo, Girl & the Goat offers dinner service Monday through Sunday, plus brunch Sunday. Girl & the Goat accepts reservations but always welcomes walk-ins, travelers and adventurers!

5. Perch LA

4.6

Exceptional(11820)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Downtown

Booked 201 times today

Check-in is at the 15th Floor Host Stand*Outdoor seating is not guaranteed. *Large Party Tables 7 to 12 Guests are Inside Only Tables*All walk-ins after 10:45pm must be 21+ with valid ID.*Table reservations are limited to 90 minutes for parties of 2*Our dress code is Upscale Casual preferred.Proper attire is required. Presentable shirts, jeans or shorts are acceptable.The restaurant charges a 20% auto-gratuity on all food and beverage items for parties and groups of 7 or larger. The full amount of the gratuity is distributed to employees in the chain of service to the guests.

6. NIKU X

4.4

Awesome(260)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

NIKU X offers an unlimited Fresh A5 Wagyu and Luxury Seafood Buffet dining experience, located in the heart if Downtown Los Angeles. We have two dining styles that include our Self-Service $99/$109 and Full-Service $139/$149 experiences. Both feature fresh sushi, A5 Wagyu steaks, king crab and more. The Self-Service Menu is available at $99 Monday-Thursday and $109 Friday-Sunday. The Full-Service Menu is available at $139 Monday-Thursday and $149 Friday-Sunday.

7. Dunsmoor

4.8

Exceptional(955)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Eagle Rock

Booked 95 times today

Brian Dunsmoor’s namesake restaurant, Dunsmoor, is the latest iteration of his ongoing exploration of American heritage cooking. It is, first and foremost, a restaurant for the community that surrounds it, and a loving expression of the relentless research that has informed his cooking for the last ten years.We offer the full menu at tables in our dining room and at the chef's counter, as well as at our outdoor tables. Reservations are recommended but we make every effort to accommodate walk-ins when possible. Dunsmoor's wine bar, accessible either through the restaurant or via its own door on Ave 35, does not accept reservations and serves a limited menu of our raw and larder items.

8. 71Above

4.6

Exceptional(5885)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 78 times today

Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the surrounding mountain ranges. 71Above is a Michelin level experience featuring the finest ingredients, world-class wine list and craft cocktails. The Restaurant and Skylounge have a 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.71Above features a 3 course Prix-Fixe menu for dinner only. We kindly ask all dining room guests to participate in the coursed menu. Please be aware, any seating requests are noted, but not guaranteed. WINDOW TABLES ARE NOT GUARANTEED. 18% service charge is added to all checks. Valet is available at 633 W. 5th Street or Self parking is available under the building at 633 W. Hope Place. $15 for 3 hours.

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9. Redbird - Los Angeles

4.8

Exceptional(3084)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

Located in downtown Los Angeles, Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic edifices, inside the rectory building of Vibiana – a premier wedding, events and performing arts venue. Chef | Owner Neal Fraser and Owner | Operator Amy Knoll have crafted a beautifully dynamic restaurant space within which to enjoy Chef Fraser's critically acclaimed Modern American menu. Wine Director Christopher Dugan’s wine list is well-rounded with great finds from both established and emerging regions throughout the world. Bar Director Tobin Shea's cocktail offerings feature well-balanced, bespoke renditions of the classics, as well as inventive and inspired originals. Indoor and outdoor seating options are available for brunch, happy hour + dinner.The Main Dining Room offers open air dining under our retractable roof with views of the Vibiana bell tower and the upper balconies of the rectory building. The Lounge offers dining tables along the banquette and windows overlooking 2nd St.

10. Manuela

4.8

Exceptional(219)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California.Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.

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Beth
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Super yummy- very loud inside but we sat outside and it was better for conversation.
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BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
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4.8
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Juliette
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Amazing food and service. Took friends for their anniversary and absolutely loved it! A definite special occasion place!
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BestiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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Jack
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Happy Birthday to my favorite person in the world!!!!
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Perch LAPrice: Expensive• French American• Downtown
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4.6
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Joseph
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
What a delightful restaurant! The atmosphere was vibrant, and the staff brought so much energy and joy to the experience. Yasmine was an absolute gem…bubbly, charming, and spot-on with her recommendations. She made our visit unforgettable!
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Girl & the Goat L.A.Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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Steven
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our dining experience was top notch. The open fire cooking infused our dishes and every one of them was delicious. The highlight was the ribeye, cooked perfectly and was accompanied with bone marrow and sea salt to sprinkle over the meat. They also had a great playlist for a great vibe.
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DunsmoorPrice: Very Expensive• American• Eagle Rock
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4.8

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106 restaurants available nearby

1. Bestia

2. Luminarias Restaurant & Special Events

3. Bavel

4. Girl & the Goat L.A.

5. Perch LA

6. NIKU X

7. Dunsmoor

8. 71Above

9. Redbird - Los Angeles

10. Manuela

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