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PROPAGANDA, Los Angeles, CA

PROPAGANDA

4.8
4.8
79 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Propaganda focuses on organic, biodynamic, Italian natural wines, aperitivi cocktails, Italian style Tapas and the authentic Pizza (Pinsa) Romana.
Aperitivo Happy Hour everyday till 6pm and till 5pm on Sunday

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Yan Wong Villani
  • Neighborhood
    Arts District
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Little-Tokyo Arts District Metro Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 79 people are saying

PROPAGANDA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Good for groups

  • Los Angeles

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Downtown

    Best Overall

  • Downtown

    Best Food

  • Downtown

    Best Ambiance

  • Downtown

    Best Value

  • Downtown

    Great for brunch

  • Downtown

    Good for groups

  • Downtown

    Healthy

  • Downtown

    Neighborhood gem

  • Downtown

    Great for fine wines

  • Downtown

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Downtown

    Lively

  • Downtown

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Propaganda is a delightful hidden gem offering "amazing food & incredible wine selection" in a stylish, cozy atmosphere. Known for "phenomenal experience and can't wait to go back," it features standout dishes like pinsa and "BLACK TRUFFLE HONEY GLAZED pizza." The attentive staff and "super kind" owner enhance the experience, making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.
79 Reviews
  1. Joe VIP

    Los Angeles21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I'll start with the 2 negatives to get them out of the way, because this place was otherwise absolutely fantastic. Also, I highlight the cons first to show this isn't a sponsored review, but after just typing that out I realize that's something propaganda about PROPAGANDA might say. I digress. Acoustically, there is not much sound dampening, and girl, does the sound bounce off the walls. I wanted to book outside but the weather was iffy. Also, while service was knowledgeable, friendly, and inviting, we sat for a long while after we finished our food, so if you have a concert to go to after, let them know when booking a table. And speaking of booking a table: do that! This place is an absolute gem and I can't wait to return. It took me back to Italy (so maybe the long wait after we were done eating was intentional; that's VERY much the style of dining I enjoyed in Italy only because I expected that going into my travels). The wine selection was well curated and the Spritz made me reminisce. THE FOOD THOUGH. Everything we ate was absolutely STELLAR. The Kale Caesar was refreshing. The squash blossoms had the perfect amount of three-seconds-until-overfried doneness: a "living life on the edge" worth living for. The pairing of the chestnut honey with the La Tur: impeccable. The mustard paired with the mortadella: mouthwatering. The rosemary on the almonds: I'm still thinking about it the next day. And the olives as well as the salt on the whipped butter with the focaccia were finished up nicely with acidity from the glass of verdicchio. And while the name of it escapes me: the pizza with the Italian sausage, mushroom, and taleggio was simply divine. (We added truffle honey that I only wish was slightly more truffley - my only food-related critique!) We polished off dinner with a shared dessert, a spumoni bomba that was refreshing and flavorful. 10/10 food. Not only was the cooking on-point, the freshness of all the ingredients really was apparent. Bravo.
    PROPAGANDAResponded today
    Joe really appreciates you taking the time to give us a couple very good feedback, I really take seriously and will share with my staff including probably one of the best reviews we have ever had, the detailed description feels so good and couldn't be better, we are super happy with overall experience and thank you so much for your generosity. Hope to have you back soon All the best Claudio

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  2. Bobby

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always such a great experience here! Can’t wait to come back!
    PROPAGANDAResponded on March 6, 2025
    Looking forward to having you back Bobby, thank you so much. Claudio

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  3. Tamara

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food & incredible wine selection! We will be back!
    PROPAGANDAResponded on March 6, 2025
    Tamara really appreciates the fantastic review. Looking forward to having you back soon. Claudio

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  4. MarcellaM

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was super nice and efficient! Def recommend :)
    PROPAGANDAResponded on March 6, 2025
    Marcella thank you so much for the 5-star review. All the Best Claudio

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  5. Terry

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I came for the lovely wine selections. The waiter made excellent suggestions for food. It was a nice evening.

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  6. Tymee’a

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the most wonderful time on Valentines Day! I am not big on alcohol of any sort but our waiter gave me the best recommendation ever. I now swear by the dessert moscato, Di’asti Emilio Vada. I didn’t get his name but he has totally turned me into a wine drinker (responsibly) LOL! Everyone there was so sweet even the woman that paid for the wine she also recommended. I LOVED the appetizers! I had fresh burrata & foccine. I had the best time. Thank you so much for making my love day special.
    PROPAGANDAResponded on February 17, 2025
    Tymee'a we are thrilled and super happy that you enjoyed your stay with us on Valentines Day. Thank you so much for this amazing review and I will make sure to share with all of our staff. All the best and looking forward to having you back soon. Claudio

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  7. Jerica

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They remembered that it was my friend’s birthday and brought out a candle with her dessert. Thank you!
    PROPAGANDAResponded on February 7, 2025
    THANKS SO MUCH JERICA ALL THE VERY BEST. CLAUDIO

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  8. Evelyn

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time with my friends. We enjoyed the food and wine. Great customer service. Can’t wait to go back.
    PROPAGANDAResponded on December 8, 2024
    Evelyn thanks for sharing your experience and looking forward to having you back again.

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  9. andrew

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the pizza. Crispy, thin crust. They get the salami on pizza crispy. Yum
    PROPAGANDAResponded on December 8, 2024
    Thanks so much Andrew really appreciate it.

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  10. Brent

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So FABULOUS!!! They made such a mistake going so close to our theater time because this is a place to savor and enjoy. I could rave on and on about the wine selection and the food – especially the charcuterie platter – but honestly, the service was so far beyond what you would normally get at this price point that I can’t even begin to say enough. Phenomenal experience and can’t wait to go back.
    PROPAGANDAResponded on November 24, 2024
    Brent was our pleasure, really thankful for your review and looking forward to having you back soon!!! All the best Claudio

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FAQs

PROPAGANDA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 947-3200.

PROPAGANDA is rated 4.8 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 6 times today
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950 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Arts District
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Little-Tokyo Arts District Metro Station
  • Executive chef
    Yan Wong Villani
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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