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Best Restaurants in Downtown, Los Angeles

Looking for the best restaurants in Downtown, Los Angeles? FoodIndex ranks 162 restaurants here by FoodIndex Score, built from Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats signals, not ads. Current leaders include Sonoratown, Sidecar Doughnuts, and Tocaya Modern Mexican. Use the list below for an at-a-glance shortlist, then open a profile for menu, hours, and reviews. You can also jump into local food rankings for Pizza, Burgers, and Coffee and other categories.

Top Restaurants in Downtown

Up to 25 venues across all foods, ranked by FoodIndex Score.

  1. #1

    Sonoratown

    Sonoran Style

    Award-winning flour tortillas and mesquite-grilled meats.

    208 E 8th St · Downtown

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.9

    FoodIndex Score 92.92
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  2. #2

    Sidecar Doughnuts

    Craft Doughnuts

    Incredible, daily-made artisanal doughnuts featuring seasonal, high-quality ingredients.

    631 Wilshire Blvd · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 88.70
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  3. #3

    Tocaya Modern Mexican

    Modern Mexican

    Health-conscious, fresh Mexican fare with robust vegan and gluten-free options.

    801 S Olive St B · Downtown

    Google: 4.3 Yelp: 3.9 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 88.35
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  4. #4

    JOEY

    Global Cuisine

    A sleek, upscale-casual spot offering a globally inspired menu and great steaks.

    700 W 7th St Ste S430 · Downtown

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.5

    FoodIndex Score 87.52
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  5. #5

    Prime Pizza

    NY Style

    Classic New York-style slices and hearty square pies built for folding.

    141 S Central Ave · Downtown

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 3.9 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 87.42
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  6. #6

    Philz Coffee

    Custom Blends

    Handcrafted, customized pour-over blends made to order.

    801 S Hope St Unit A · Downtown

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 86.75
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  7. #7

    Donut Friend

    Vegan Donuts

    A wildly popular, music-themed shop slinging 100% vegan, heavily loaded donuts.

    543 S Broadway · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: 4.9

    FoodIndex Score 86.12
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  8. #8

    Yuko Kitchen

    Comfort Food

    Quirky, plant-filled cafe serving healthy Japanese comfort food.

    101 W 5th St · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.9

    FoodIndex Score 86.09
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  9. #9

    1212 Santa Monica

    Global Seafood

    A sleek, multi-level New American eatery featuring fresh coastal catches.

    1212 3rd Street Promenade · Downtown

    Google: 4.5 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 85.48
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  10. #10

    Danny Boy's

    NY Slices

    No-frills, high-quality New York-style slices perfect for a quick lunch.

    330 S Hope St · Downtown

    Google: 4.8 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 84.99
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  11. #11

    Te Isshoku Sushi

    Classic Sushi

    Fast, reliable counter-service sushi for the downtown lunch crowd.

    633 W 5th St · Downtown

    Google: 5.0 Yelp: 5.0 Uber Eats: 5.0

    FoodIndex Score 84.92
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  12. #12

    Momi Sushi

    Local Sushi

    A dependable neighborhood sushi joint offering a wide variety of rolls.

    645 W 9th St #107 · Downtown

    Google: 4.9 Yelp: 4.8 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 84.62
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  13. #13

    Bossa Nova

    Brazilian Twist

    Late-night Brazilian-style pizzas and massive comfort food portions.

    321 W Olympic Blvd Ste B · Downtown

    Google: 4.3 Yelp: 3.8 Uber Eats: 4.6

    FoodIndex Score 83.99
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  14. #14

    Burger Lounge

    Grass-Fed

    Eco-conscious chain serving 100% grass-fed beef burgers.

    213 Arizona Ave · Downtown

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 4.1 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 83.96
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  15. #15

    Bohemian House

    Chai Specialists

    A downtown refuge famous for perfectly spiced, authentic chai.

    548 S Spring St R110 · Downtown

    Google: 4.8 Yelp: 4.7 Uber Eats: 4.8

    FoodIndex Score 83.73
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  16. #16

    Tilt Coffee Bar

    Modern Kiosk

    An architectural gem serving meticulously crafted coffee in a modern kiosk.

    334 Main St Unit #1 · Downtown

    Google: 4.7 Yelp: 4.7 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 83.71
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  17. #17

    Fogo de Chão

    Brazilian Steak

    All-you-can-eat churrascaria meats carved tableside by gaucho chefs.

    800 S Figueroa St · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.1 Uber Eats: 4.5

    FoodIndex Score 83.46
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  18. #18

    Shake Shack

    Modern Classic

    East Coast favorite bringing ShackBurgers and crinkle-cut fries to the West Coast.

    501 Wilshire Blvd · Downtown

    Google: 4.3 Yelp: 3.3 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 83.26
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  19. #19

    NIKU X

    Yakiniku

    An opulent downtown destination for A5 Wagyu and premium grilled meats.

    900 Wilshire Blvd Ste 212 · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.5 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 82.92
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  20. #20

    Braazo Pizza

    Late Night

    Quick, convenient, and satisfying slices right in the heart of downtown.

    100 1/2 W 7th St · Downtown

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 82.50
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  21. #21

    KazuNori

    Hand Rolls

    The original, iconic hand roll bar from the creators of SUGARFISH.

    421 Main St · Downtown

    Google: 4.6 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: —

    FoodIndex Score 82.48
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  22. #22

    Glory Burgers

    DTLA Spot

    Juicy, over-the-top burgers served in the heart of downtown.

    840 S Spring St A · Downtown

    Google: 4.9 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.5

    FoodIndex Score 82.27
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  23. #23

    LALA'S

    Argentine Grill

    Classic Argentine cuts of beef, savory empanadas, and fresh chimichurri.

    105 W 9th St · Downtown

    Google: 4.4 Yelp: 3.9 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 82.26
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  24. #24

    Fogo de Chão

    Brazilian Steak

    All-you-can-eat churrascaria meats carved tableside by gaucho chefs by the beach.

    1551 Ocean Ave Suite 105 · Downtown

    Google: 4.8 Yelp: 4.2 Uber Eats: 4.3

    FoodIndex Score 82.25
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  25. #25

    The L.A. Cafe

    24/7 Spot

    A reliable, round-the-clock diner and coffee counter in downtown LA.

    639 S Spring St · Downtown

    Google: 4.3 Yelp: 3.7 Uber Eats: 4.7

    FoodIndex Score 82.22
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FAQs

What are the best restaurants in Downtown?
FoodIndex ranks restaurants in Downtown, Los Angeles by FoodIndex Score. Top names on this page include Sonoratown, Sidecar Doughnuts, and Tocaya Modern Mexican.
How does FoodIndex rank restaurants in Downtown?
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Open Best Food in Downtown for category rankings such as Pizza, Burgers, and Coffee. For the wider city list, visit Best Restaurants in Los Angeles.
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