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ARNIE MORTON'S STEAKHOUSE
735 S. Figueroa Street
Tel 213.553.4566
Steakhouse
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Mon-Fri 11:30am-11pm, Sat 5:30pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10pm.
Valet parking. Service beyond compare in an elegant clublike setting, Morton's offers a truly memorable dining experience, featuring perfectly grilled USDA Prime aged beef, fresh seafood, handpicked vegetables, crisp salads and elegant desserts. Morton's has been consistently rated among the finest dining establishments, achieving best restaurant awards in cities worldwide. Private dining is available in the Boardroom.
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BONAVENTURE BREWING CO.
404 S. Figueroa Street, #418A
Tel 213.236.0802
American/Brewery
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Mon-Fri 11am-1am, Sat and Sun 5:00pm-1:00am
Complimentary valet parking during dinner and show. Mahogany wood, cozy booths, and French doors that open to an outdoor Beer Garden. Dine under the stars surrounded by city lights. Fresh seafood, grilled steaks, savory pastas. Handcrafted ales and a full bar.
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CAFE PINOT
700 W. 5th Street (5th and Flower Streets)
Tel 213.239.6500
Contemporary Californian
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Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; Midday Menu Mon-Fri 2:30pm-5pm; Dinner Mon-Tue 5pm-9pm, Wed-Thur 5pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm, Sun 4:30pm-9pm. Valet and self parking. Cafe Pinot is rated one of L.A.'s best for outdoor dining. Located adjacent to the Los Angeles Central Library on the grounds of the elegant Maguire Gardens, Cafe Pinot offers contemporary Californian cuisine in a beautiful, relaxing setting.
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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
330 S. Hope Street (Wells Fargo Center)
Tel 213.626.2616
Additional location downtown: 7+ Fig, 735 S. Figueroa Street, 213.228.8500
Pizzas, Pastas, Salads, Desserts
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Mon-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat & Sun noon-9pm. Three hours free validated parking after 4pm. Call for reservations. California Pizza Kitchen is the birthplace of the BBQ Chicken Pizza and features a variety of hearth-baked pizzas topped with unique and unexpected combinations like Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Carne Asada. Also serving creative pastas, salads and delicious desserts. Take out and delivery available.
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CAPPERI RISTORANTE
318A E. 2nd St (cross street is San Pedro)
Tel 213.613.1003
Fax 213.613.0626
Pasta, Pizza, Steaks, Seafood, Vegetarian, Italian
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Mon - Sun lunch 11am - 3pm dinner 5 - 11pm. Capperi Ristorante is intimate and stylish with white linen tablecloths and napkins, light brown wooden floors and contemporary art on white walls. Soft lighting, warm woods, indoor and patio dining and pleasant background music add to the elegant and romantic ambiance. They serve authentic Italian cuisine with veal, lamb, steak, chicken, seafood and pasta entrees. There is an extensive wine list featuring some domestic and imported selections.
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CARDINI RESTAURANT at the Wilshire Grand Hotel
930 Wilshire Boulevard (7th and Figueroa Streets)
Tel 213.896.3822
Italian/Mediterranean
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Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm; Dinner nightly 5:30pm-9:30pm. Complimentary 3-hour valet parking. Intimate interior setting as well as outdoor poolside patio dining. Mediterranean Italian menu featuring pasta, chicken, seafood, veal and beef selections. Signature soufflés and other scrumptious desserts. Extensive wine selection and full bar.
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CHECKERS DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT at the Hilton Checkers Hotel
535 S. Grand Avenue (between 5th and 6th Streets)
Tel 213.891.0519 or 213.624.0000
Contemporary California Cuisine
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Breakfast Mon-Fri 6:30am-10:30am, Sat & Sun 8am-11am; Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-1:30pm; Brunch Sat & Sun 11am-1:30pm; Dinner Tue-Sat 5:30pm-9pm. Valet parking with validation (lunch $3.50; dinner $5.50). Under the direction of Executive Chef Tony Hodges, Checkers Downtown has won accolades for its fine cuisine and unparalleled service. Zagat Survey calls it "a touch of cool elegance" and it is recognized as one of the top ten restaurants in L.A. by Gourmet Magazine. Be sure to check out the cozy patio while sipping what Downtown News readers have voted the "Best Martini."
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CIAO TRATTORIA
815 W. 7th Street (between Flower and Figueroa Streets)
Tel 213.624.2244
Italian Cuisine
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Mon-Fri 11:15am-9:30pm, Sat & Sun 5pm-9:30pm. Valet parking. Known for its superb cuisine and friendly service, Ciao Trattoria is the perfect choice for a memorable dinner before a play and for entertaining guests and clients. It maintains an excellent rating by Zagat Survey, is the recipient of Awards of Excellence from The Wine Spectator, 2003 and was named "Best Italian Restaurant" by Downtown News, 2003. Its magnificent dining room and the stunning banquet room are inspired by the Renaissance period with soaring two-story ceilings and hand-carved Gothic arches.
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CIUDAD
445 S. Figueroa Street
Tel 213.486.5171
Latin Cuisine
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Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm; Dinner Sun-Tue 5pm-9pm, Wed 5pm-9:30pm, Thur 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-10:30pm, Sat 5pm-11pm; Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3pm-6:30pm. Mambo, tango, and salsa with your taste buds to Ciudad for the seductive flavors of the Latin world. The Downtown restaurant of chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, Ciudad features adventurous South American cocktails, Spanish wines and Caribbean rums as well as favorite dishes from Havana to Rio, Buenos Aires and Barcelona. Serving lunch, happy hour, and dinner.
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CONCERT HALL CAFé
151 S. Grand Avenue
Tel 213.972.3550
Specialty Marketplace Café
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Open daily, 7:30am-11pm. With its sweeping cathedral ceiling and open, inviting interior, the café is situated in one of the most architecturally impressive locations within the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The contemporary marketplace café features delicious specialty foods including sandwiches, salads, soups and a daily menu of hot entrées for a quick yet elegant bite to eat.
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ENGINE CO. NO. 28
644 S. Figueroa Street (between 7th Street and Wilshire Boulevard)
Tel 213.624.6996
American Grill Cuisine
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Mon-Fri 11:15am-9pm; Sat & Sun 5pm-9pm. "American food at its best," Los Angeles Times. A menu inspired by traditional firehouse cooking served in a beautifully restored 1912 fire station. The friendly, professional staff and a feeling of history give the restaurant a comfortable New York ambience. House specialties include Southern Style Pan-Fried Chicken, Meatloaf, and Louisiana Crabcakes.
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EPICENTRE RESTAURANT at The Kawada Hotel
200 S. Hill Street
Tel 213.625.0000
California Grille
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Mon-Fri 11:30am-9pm. Enjoy a unique dining experience featuring innovative California cuisine amidst a high-tech contemporary setting. The multi-level restaurant with exposed brick and glass panel shares a classically designed bar and adjoining lounge. The dining room's whimsical décor with its earthquake theme sets the stage for eclectic signature fare such as Curry on the Richter Scale and San Andreas Soup, as well as an array of daily specials featuring pastas, salads, fresh fish, steaks and homemade pizzas.
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FIFTH FLOOR
135 N. Grand Avenue (5th floor, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion)
Tel 213.972.7333
Contemporary American
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Open performance evenings only. Call for reservation and availability. $8 parking in Music Center parking structure. Valet parking available on Hope St. Serving a pre-theatre buffet prior to all scheduled opera performances, the Fifth Floor also features a flexible new event space for any size event including breakfast meetings, lunches, afternoon tea, cocktail parties, weddings and corporate functions.
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GALERO GRILL at the Cathedral Plaza
555 W. Temple Street
Tel 213.680.5200
Café
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Sun-Fri 7am-4pm, Sat 9am-4pm. A "Grab and Go" style café offering a hot line of daily specials, traditional café fare and a variety of delicious and healthy gourmet salads and homemade soup. The Gourmet Coffee Bar, a popular morning spot, offers Starbucks Coffee and fresh daily baked goods. There is limited seating inside the café and seating for 200 on the large Europeanstyle plaza. The plaza was recently voted "Best Place To Go On A Sunday" by Downtown News readers.
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GRAND CAFé at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
251 S. Olive Street (between 1st and 4th Streets)
Tel 213.617.3300 or 1.800.The.Omni
American/Continental Cuisine
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Mon-Fri 6:30am-3pm, Sat & Sun 7am-3pm. Experience the casually elegant Grand Café and discover its innovative California cuisine. Dine indoorsor outdoors, both with views of the reflecting pond surrounded by flowering magnolia trees and a cascading waterfall overlooking the Museum of Contemporary Art. Complimentary courtesy car to and from the Music Center based on availability.
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KENDALL'S BRASSERIE
135 N. Grand Avenue (formerly Otto's, Music Center)
Tel 213.972.7322
Authentic French Brasserie
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Mon 11:30am-2pm, Tue-Sun 11:30am-midnight. Offering theatre patrons and Downtown visitors a new casual dining option for lunch, dinner and late-night supper, this energetic European brasserie features authentic brasserie fare with contemporary dishes and a lively seafood bar.
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KYOTO RESTAURANT at the Wilshire Grand Hotel
930 Wilshire Boulevard (7th and Figueroa Streets)
Tel 213.896.3812
Japanese/Sushi Bar
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Weekdays 11:30am-2pm,5:30pm-9pm. Complimentary 3-hour valet parking. Tranquil environment centered with a gigantic saltwater aquarium. Downtown's complete Japanese dining experience with an authentic menu featuring sushi, sashimi, tempura, bento boxes, donburi bowls and their signature dish, Teriyaki Filet Mignon.
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LA SERENATA DE GARIBALDI
1842 E. First Street (Boyle Avenue and State Street)
Tel 323.265.2887
Fine Mexican Cuisine
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Mon-Thur 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 10am-10pm. Valet parking. Authentic yet subtle Mexican cuisine draws daily crowds of food lovers to Boyle Heights, moments from Downtown. Warm, intelligent hospitality, tradition and attentive service accompany knockout presentations and perfectly seasoned food. Serenata de Garibaldi is famous for their seafood, made with love, good taste and ingredients of the highest quality.
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MCCORMICK AND SCHMICK'S RESTAURANT
633 W. Fifth Street (4th Level of Library Tower)
Tel 213.629.1929
American Seafood, Prime Steaks, Chicken, Pasta
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Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat noon-10pm, Sun 3pm- 9pm. McCormick & Schmick's, known for the freshest seafood, a great bar and jam-packed happy hour, is a perfect ticket before and after the theatre. This fabulous seafood restaurant also offers banquet and catering service. Now serving Saturday lunch. Most of Downtown's major hotels are within walking distance of McCormick & Schmick's.
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MARIA'S DOWNTOWN / MARIA'S EXPRESS
615 South Flower Street (Between 6th and Wilshire)
Tel 213.623.4777
Italian
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Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
At Maria's Downtown, you'll experience the finest upscale casual dining right here in the heart of L.A. From seasonal favorites and homemade sauces to authentic Neapolitan cuisine and desserts made by hand, every bite is a burst of flavor and tastes like home. Just right for a casual breakfast, power lunch, company event or pre-theatre dinner, Maria's Downtown serves it all in a contemporary, comfortable setting that's perfect for a great meal and conversation. Full bar and the best Happy Hour downtown. And if you're in a hurry, you can take advantage of Maria's Express. Eat and run or grab and go, Maria's Express is great Italian food ...fast.
We offer a free customer shuttle to Music Center's Walt Disney Concert Hall, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum.
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NICK & STEF'S STEAKHOUSE
330 S. Hope Street (4th and Hope Streets)
Tel 213.680.0330
Steakhouse
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Mon-Thur 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sat 5pm-10:30pm, Sun 4:30pm-8:30pm. Valet and self parking. Nick & Stef's Steakhouse has become a premier dining destination in Downtown Los Angeles. Featuring a deliciously creative menu with 12 appetizers, 12 entrees and 12 sides, Nick & Stef's artfully updates the traditional American steakhouse concept with a sophisticated and contemporary design. Stop for a quick bite from the prime rib cart before your visit to the theatre.
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NOé RESTAURANT & BAR at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
251 S. Olive Street (between 1st and 4th Streets)
Tel 213.356.4100 or 1.800.The.Omni
Progressive American Cuisine
Sun-Thur 5pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-midnights. Robert Gadsby's much heralded progressive American cuisine is showcased in a magnificent setting off the California Plaza inside the Omni Hotel. Purchase one of our exclusive dinner packages before a performance at the Music Center. Discover an array of visually breathtaking creations that sing with taste and sophistication. Complimentary courtesy car to and from the Music Center based on availability.
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PACIFIC DINING CAR
1310 W. 6th Street (6th and Witmer Streets)
Tel 213.483.6000
Steakhouse
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Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. An L.A. landmark for over 80 years. Award-winning USDA Prime aged steaks and fresh fish. Over 450 wines. Open 24 hours every day for pre- or post-theatre dining. Dinner 24 hours, great breakfast after 11pm, too. "One of the 10 best steakhouses in the country," Wine Spectator. Reservations recommended.
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PATINA
151 S. Grand Avenue (Walt Disney Concert Hall)
Tel 213.972.3331
California French
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Lunch daily 11:30am-2pm; Dinner daily 5pm-11pm. Offering unsurpassed fine dining enhanced by the architectural splendor of the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Chef Joachim Splichal once again elevates five-star cuisine to new heights, in signature Patina style. Featuring exquisite dishes made with the best ingredients available from local and regional farmers, ranchers and fishermen, the restaurant also includes a Chef's Table and extensive wine list.
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PETE'S CAFé & BAR
400 S. Main Street (4th and Main Streets)
Tel 213.617.1000
New York Style Café
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Mon-Sat 11:30am-2am, Sun 11:30am-midnights. Pete's Café & Bar, an award-winning cafe in the heart of the Old Bank District, offers early and late-nite dining seven days a week, ample parking and stunning views of historic Downtown L.A. Conveniently located at the corners of 4th and Main, Pete's Café delivers classic American cuisine in a spectacular historic space reminiscent of cafés in Paris, New York and San Francisco.
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PINOT GRILL
135 N. Grand Avenue (Music Center Plaza)
Tel 213.972.3190
American Grill
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Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm, Sat & Sun 11:30am-8pm. Pinot Grill offers casual outdoor dining amidst the glorious views of the famous fountain. A member of Chef Joachim Splichal's Patina Group, Pinot Grill is open for lunch, dinner, pre- and post-theatre performances throughout the year, seven days a week.
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POINT MOOREA RESTAURANT at the Wilshire Grand Hotel
930 Wilshire Boulevard (7th and Figueroa Streets)
Tel 213.833.5100
South Pacific-Themed, High-Energy Tiki Bar, Appetizers, Happy Hour
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Open daily, 2pm-1:30am. This hot spot has been voted "Best Bar" by the Downtown News. Step inside Point Moorea and you'll see why it draws raves from the locals. You can pull up to the Grand Bar, the Martini Bar or slip to a quiet oasis in the Harem Room. Catch the game on our 100-inch big screen, so come on down! Daily appetizer specials. Complimentary 3-hour valet parking.
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R-23 JAPANESE CUISINE AND GALLERY
923 E. 2nd Street (between Alameda Street & Santa Fe Avenue)
Tel 213.687.7178
Japanese Cuisine & Gallery
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Lunch Mon-Fri 11:45am-2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 5:45pm-10pm. Rated "extraordinary" by Zagat Survey, this gem in the loft district of Little Tokyo serves up sublime sushi and sashimi amid décor that's as hip and minimalist as the name, including chairs designed by Frank Gehry. Specialties include Dungeness Crab Salad, succulent lobster served in a light tempura batter, Japanese Bouillabaisse. Beautiful and authentic Japanese cuisine.
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RENDEZVOUS COURT at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel
506 South Grand Avenue (between 5th and 6th Streets)
Tel 213.612.1562
High Tea, Light Snacks and Drinks
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1:30pm-10pm. Escape the city's urban bustle and savor a light snack and cocktails in the ornate Rococo surroundings of the famed Rendezvous Court. Experience an 80-year old tradition with afternoon tea served daily from 2pm-5pm.
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SAI SAI JAPANESE at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel
501 S. Olive Street (between 5th and 6th Streets)
Tel 213.624.1100
Sai Sai Modern Asian Cuisine and Sushi Bar
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Lunch Monday - Friday 11:30am - 2:00pm, Dinner Monday - Saturday 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Whether you are craving sushi, Kobe beef or grilled seafood, Sai Sai has something for everyone. Featuring innovative dishes and exquisite presentation, as well as French-press tea, wine and sake lists and unique, freshly prepared desserts. Diners enjoying our special pre-theater dinner menu have access to the hotel's luxurious private towncar for transportation up Bunker Hill to the Music Center after their meal (subject to availability).
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SMERALDI'S BISTRO at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel
506 S. Grand Avenue (betweeb 5th and 6th Streets)
Tel 213.612.1562
California Cuisine
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Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 6:30am-10pm. Smeraldi's Bistro offers casual dining in a relaxed Mediterranean ambience featuring California cuisine. New menu offers enticing lunch and dinner options - all prepared with fresh ingredients. Smeraldi's Bistro can be accessed through the Olive St. entrance of the Rendezvous Court from within the hotel.
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TESORO TRATTORIA
300 S. Grand Avenue (3rd Street and Grand Avenue)
Tel 213.680.0000
Italian/Tuscan Cuisine
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Mon-Fri 11:30am- 9pm; Sat & Sun 5pm-9pm. Complimentary parking. A hidden treasure, offering the finest in Tuscan cuisine, along with professional attentive service. Artfully prepared appetizers, salads, entrées and sumptuous desserts accompanied by one of the finest and most extensive wine lists in the city. "Best Italian Restaurant," Downtown News, 1998-2000, "Award of Excellence," Wine Spectator, 1998-2003, "Best Pre-Theatre Dining," Downtown News, 1999. "A lovely spot with smart cuisine," Zagat Survey, 2001. Valet or self parking. Patio dining in Spiral Water Court. Reservations recommended.
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TRAXX RESTAURANT
800 N. Alameda Avenue (Front entrance to Union Station)
Tel 213.625.1999
Contemporary American Cuisine
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Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am- 2:30pm; Dinner Mon-Fri 5:30pm-9pm; Sat 5pm-9:30pm; Closed Sun. Validated self parking and valet, ample taxis and Metro stop (Red Line and Gold Line). Traxx Restaurant is the perfect spot for casually elegant dining. Chef Tara Thomas' signature dishes include a sumptuous Gorgonzola Crusted Beef Tenderloin and Ahi Tuna Tartare with Yuzu Vinaigrette. Blending critically-acclaimed cuisine with a landmark setting, Traxx expresses the spirit, hospitality and traditions of Southern California. Outdoor seating in an enclosed courtyard is also available.
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ZUCCA RISTORANTE
801 S. Figueroa Street (8th and Figueroa Streets)
Tel 213.614.7800
Italian
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Valet and self parking. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm; Dinner Mon-Thur 5pm-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm. One of the top three Italian restaurants in L.A., Chef Joachim Splichal's stylish restaurant resides just two blocks from the Staples Center. Perfect for pre-theatre, event dining, a casual bite or elegant meal, Zucca features authentic Italian cuisine with an extensive award-winning Italian-based wine list.
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