In a city so diverse and densely populated, at OB真人视讯, we'd say there’s a pocket of Los Angeles that caters to every cuisine—from taco trucks and authentic Mexican street food, to superb sushi and white linen service.
But with so much to choose from and a limited amount of stomach space, it can be hard to weed through the tourist traps and find the real deal. That’s why we’ve done the legwork for you, and tracked down 10 of the best restaurants in Los Angeles to visit in 2024.
N/Naka
3455 Overland Avenue
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The thirteen course Kaiseki menu at makes it one of the hottest Michelin-star restaurants in Los Angeles, and consequently, one of the hardest to book. At $310 per person and taking around 2.5-3 hours to complete, it’s not a casual feed–but diehard foodies will appreciate every minute of it.
Every dish served in the tasting menu procession features seasonal Californian produce, prepared with traditional Japanese technique. Flavours are balanced, plating is precise, and if you’re not sharing each dish on an Instagram story, you’ll be violating local LA bylaws.
Pie & Crane
1521 Griffith Park Boulevard
As one of the best restaurants in downtown Los Angeles, is here to help you break out of the breakfast box, with modern Asian dishes served from 8am. Forget avocado toast: try Thousand Layer Pancakes with egg, cheese, Thai basil and chilli sauce along with your morning coffee. Or Fan Tuan–a stuffed sticky rice roll made with pork floss, you tiao, soy braised egg and preserved vegetables. Get wild–we’ve got no time for Cap’n Crunch cereal here.
The menu is extensive, featuring Taiwanese noodles, dumplings, rice dishes and small plates, as well as loose leaf teas, wine and whiskey, served all day long. But whatever you order, the pork buns are compulsory.
Pasjoli
2732 Main Street
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Chef Dave Beran has been working in Michelin Star venues for most of his career. And while is far more casual than his previous fine dining concept, Dialogue, his signature tableside theatrics and polished presentation still shine through.
The menu centres around classic French fare such as gratin dauphinois (a gratin of potato, gruyère cheese, cream and seasoned breadcrumbs), and bœuf steak (with fried fingerling potatoes, burgundy truffle and sauce périgueux), accompanied by a strong list of cocktails and regional wines. But given the complexity of the dishes and Beran’s technique, the restaurant steers more into fine dining territory than casual bistro.
While bookings are available for the dining room, the bar–which features its own daily rotating menu–is walk in only. If you can’t decide which option to choose, best to plan a second visit.
Sushi Gen
422 E 2nd Street
The staff at don’t miss a beat. On entering the restaurant, guests are immediately ushered to a seat and offered a dampened hand towel. A carafe of water appears without prompting, followed by drink orders and a cup of steaming miso soup. The food arrives just moments later–and if a fork happens to fall on the floor during your meal, another one instantly appears by stealth. This is restaurant efficiency at its peak.
The sashimi deluxe ($42) is the way to go. It’s one of the best value dishes in town–featuring fat wedges of tuna, salmon and toro, as well as diced fish, squid and preserved vegetables. The omakase–served at the bar counter–is equally exceptional.
Located in a humble Little Tokyo strip mall, Sushi Gen isn’t as glamorous as other trendy restaurants in Los Angeles, but for those in the know it’s an unmissable experience. It’s open for two short dining windows from Tuesday to Saturday–but if you don’t line up prior to opening time, be prepared for a very long wait.
Petit Trois
718 N Highland Avenue
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After opening its doors in 2014, the original quickly solidified its position as one of the best restaurants in Hollywood. With celebrity chef Ludo Lefebvre at the helm, the restaurant is a case study in precise and perfectly executed French bistro cuisine. The menu stays consistent throughout the year, serving delicate omelettes (made with black pepper boursin cheese) and classics like tuna tartare, steak frites and a devastatingly indulgent croque madame–which comes loaded with parisian ham, gruyère cheese, mornay sauce, egg and boston lettuce.
The restaurant is fairly small, with a short row of seating lining its back wall and a few stools at the bar where you can watch the chefs in action. However, a second and more spacious Petit Trois venue is located in Sherman Oaks, and it’s much better suited to groups.
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Parks BBQ
955 S Vermont Avenue G
Ask any LA chef for their restaurant recommendations and they’ll likely include on the list. A hospitality industry favourite, this Korean BBQ restaurant is known for its high quality USDA Prime and Kobe meat, impressive array of banchan (side dishes) and authentic service.
Unlike many of Koreatown’s all-you-can-eat BBQ feasts, the Parks menu is a la carte–allowing you to order from a selection of marinated meats, rice, noodle, soup and vegetable dishes. Be sure to check out their celebrity wall of fame before you leave as well; the restaurant attracts a lot of famous faces, and you might just find yourself sitting next to Beiber’s entourage.
Destroyer
3578 Hayden Avenue
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Chef Jordan Kahn is not one for casual dining. He’s an ‘art chef’ in the very best way–combining technique with insane imagination to create otherworldly dining experiences. His last restaurant, Vespertine, was built to resemble a spaceship and was arguably the best restaurant in Los Angeles with a view (whether you were looking out from its twisting tower windows, or in from the street).
, however, is a gear shift for Kahn. It’s an approachable all day eatery focusing on high quality, hyper-seasonal and healthy dishes–which are prepared with preserves, ferments and pickles made in-house. While it’s nowhere near as radical as Kahn’s other culinary endeavours, there’s still some characteristic touches to remind you that he’s behind the scenes. Such as the menu board, which is projected in white text onto a stark white wall. It’s the arts district after all.
Our go-to dish? Wagyu beef tartare with smoked egg cream, pickled mushrooms, crispy potato and tarragon. It’s the best thing you’ll eat all year.
Musso & Frank Grill
6667 Hollywood Boulevard
Sporting its own star on the Boulovard’s Walk of Fame, has long enjoyed its reputation as one of the best restaurants in Hollywood. It’s also the oldest–dating back to 1919, when the classic old school steakhouse first opened its doors.
Since then the menu has remained largely unchanged. Steak, chops, seafood and salads are served all day, along with a handful of Italian pasta and risotto dishes. On Thursday’s they also serve chicken pot pie, on Sunday’s it’s the Duck Confit special, and if your wallet is feeling too heavy, the Lobster Thermidor will take care of that any night of the week.
Ceviche Project
2524 1/2 Hyperion Avenue
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Chef Octavio Olivas–a former lawyer– is the eccentric captain of this ship, and the man behind the quirky Instagram photos. He originally founded the concept as a pop-up, hosting one-off ceviche and cocktail events at high profile venues like Soho House and The Four Seasons. These days, the intimate Mexican restaurant and seafood bar has a permanent home on Hyperion Avenue–but it’s only open for a tiny window each day, between 4-9pm on Wednesdays through to Saturdays.
While the space is tiny, the menu punches well above its weight in elegantly presented bites of raw seafood, which might come dotted with citrus, pomegranate and freshly plucked micro herbs. It’s the food, combined with the party flair and tropical atmosphere, that has Ceviche Project consistently pumping with patrons–so it’s best to plan your trip ahead.
Broad Street Oyster Company
23359 Pacific Coast Highway
The vibe is early 90s Saved By The Bell era, but with beer, wine and seafood towers. is cheeky and fun–but not at the expense of excellent seafood.
At each of its multiple locations–which include Malibu, Huntington Beach and Grand Central Market—you’ll find a raw bar menu packed with fresh oysters, caviar, tuna tartare, sea urchin and crab claws. Hot options include lobster rolls dripping in luscious garlic butter, hot fried shrimp served with a classic side of fries and cocktail sauce, and New England-style clam chowder. There’s also a token offering of fresh greens if you really must.
As laid back as the venues might be, the prices are not. There’s some serious cash being dropped here, so if you’re on a budget, skip the $250 caviar service and opt for a soft shell crab sando ($27) and bowl of fries ($6)
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