1. Bottega Louie
9.0
700 S Grand Ave (at 7th St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Financial District · 782 tips and reviews
catherine castle: I love the elegant interior and of course the portobello mushroom and fries...... delicious!
Christie Wang: Great place for an afternoon tea or a fancy lunch. The pastries and portobello fries are a must-try!
Steph: Expect a wait of atleast an hour on weekends, even if it's a late dinner. Amazing burrata pizza, portobello fries and tuna carpaccio. Also a full bar for some classy cocktails.
2. The Edison
7.6
108 W 2nd St Apt 101 (at Harlem Pl), Los Angeles, CA
Speakeasy · Gallery Row · 185 tips and reviews
Brian Joseph Garcia: This place us upscale and their dress code is strict. Men, wear black shoes or be prepared to walk home in the shoes you came in.
Lydia Ammosova: It doesn't get any yummier than the Edison for a night on the town! Its vintage swanky chic industrial decor & saucy vibe are guaranteed to seduce. Find a little corner & get lost in the scene....
Cheapism: A 1920's Martini at 1920's prices every Thurs from 5-7pm at this classy bar. One of the few spots downtown with such a deal, they prohibits sneakers casual clothes, so grab a collared shirt. Read more.
3. Cicada Club
8.1
617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
Night Club · Financial District · 18 tips and reviews
AskMen: The elegant art deco interior is actually so breathtaking you almost don’t care what’s on the menu, though Cicada does feature the finest in Italian fare & one of the classiest lounges in the city. Read more.
Davinci Virtual: An atmosphere of 1920s art deco allows for a classy dining experience while guests indulge in Italian cuisine. Dress to impress and dine in style.
Elizabeth Price: Truly a high class date spot with impeccable ambience and fantastic drinks. Try the Sazerac with an absinthe rinse!
5. The Water Grill
9.0
544 S Grand Ave (at 6th St), Los Angeles, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Financial District · 68 tips and reviews
Emily Jordan: Classic old school seafood fine dining
Kentonye: The small seafood tower at the bar is the move.
Eater: Premier seafood served in a recently renovated, modernized space. There's a raw bar, a tank with live ocean creatures, but do remember fresh fish will cost you. [Eater 38 Member]
6. Mrs. Fish
7.9
448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA
Japanese Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews
Chelsea Cole: Great apps, drinks, and music. Real swanky type of place. Cool vibes
Carol: Cool ambiance, but don’t have to dress “upscale casual.” People were more casual than I thought. Food was good, but prob more economical to do the course menu. Cocktails are tasty. Has live music
Jeremiah Chua: I ordered one of the signature cocktails and it was so good! I really like the venue. It's spacious and I like the aquarium theme.
7. Guerrilla Tacos
8.7
2000 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Los Angeles · 25 tips and reviews
Eliot ♥ Phillips: Honestly everything is good from the traditional taquitos to the upscale tacos
🍓🍇🍓🍇: Hefty fancy tacos. Very full with two, and impressive veggie options. They for real on the spice. Cocktails, pricey but the aesthetics are worth it.
Jonathan Correa: Best eclectic Mexican food in L.A.! Hamachi tostada with Uni is a great example of how they do a fantastic job of mixing new ideas with fresh ingredients.
8. Perch
9.0
448 S Hill St (13th Floor), Los Angeles, CA
French Restaurant · 240 tips and reviews
Javier de la Rosa: Gorgeous nighttime views make for great atmosphere. Came here on a Thursday to a classy crowd
Alex: Food is great (especially the tuna tartare). Medium-high prices. Excellent staff and service. The rooftop has an amazing atmosphere. Also: great cocktails (if you enjoy vodka, try the Lolita!).
Thrillist: Birds of a feather eat pork belly confit together at this foliage-ified rooftop bar. Snag Frenchy fare like rabbit rillette or the "Duck, Duck, Goose" platter. That is, unless you’re too chicken. Read more.
13. Orsa & Winston
8.2
122 W 4th St (btwn S Main & S Spring St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Gallery Row · 17 tips and reviews
Serious Eats: Chef Josef Centeno's fine dining spot, where more Mediterranean flavors and lots of wood-fired options are on display via the coursed-out tasting menus. 4 stars.
Eater: This blend of Japanese and Italian high end restaurant offers medium and larger tasting menus. Either way, the meals here are immediately gratifying and more than reasonably priced. Read more.
Los Angeles Times: "If no one has ordered the super omakase reserved for the four-seat chef's counter, ask to sit there, where you can watch each dish come together." Read more.