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Table of Contents: Dining...........................................................................6 Fun and Activities........................................................27 Healthy Living.............................................................30 Medical.......................................................................34 Business Services.........................................................36 Education....................................................................43 By Andrew Checchia LA Downtown News Contributing Writer very city has its quirks. The little oddities that dot every intersection give places character — from the kinds of trees that line neighborhood streets to the color of stickers carelessly amassed on lampposts. Those tiny details may never reach our conscious understanding of where we live, but they make up the set dressing of our daily lives, silently reminding us of the unique place we find ourselves. In Downtown, those quirky differences largely defy the general understanding of what LA supposedly means. The skyscrapers and narrow streets seem in almost direct conflict with the manicured boulevards of Beverly Hills or the beaches just miles away. It’s a highly developed, tightly packed oasis amidst LA’s signature sprawl. That might leave it out of tourists’ shots from Sunset Boulevard, but
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Best Taco Guisados
541 S. Spring Street, or see website for additional locations guisados.la, 213-627-7656 Created from the hearts of Armando De La Torre Sr. and his son Armond De La Torre Jr., Guisados embodies the traditional Mexican meal that they grew up eating as a family. Guisados offers 14 taco options as well as two specifically vegan options. Test your heat tolerance with the chiles toreados taco ($3.50) containing habanero, serrano, jalapeno and Thai chiles blistered together over high heat, served on top black beans. Adjustments will be kindly declined to make the taco less spicy.
READER RECOMMENDED Pez Cantina
Sonoratown
401 S. Grand Avenue pezcantinala.com, 213-258-2280
208 E. Eighth Street sonoratown.com, 213-628-3710
Best Burrito Sonoratown
208 E. Eighth Street sonoratown.com, 213-628-3710
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Owners Teodoro Diaz-Rodriguez Jr. and Jennifer Feltham first opened Sonoratown in 2016 as an homage to the small border town that Diaz-Rodriguez Jr. grew up in. Based on Northern Mexican cuisines, which often use traditional preparation methods like mesquites, the authenticity of Sonoratown is what makes it a truly unique dining experience. Wrapped in freshly made tortillas and filled with fresh, mesquite-fired meat, Mexican food lovers are in for a treat when it comes to Sonoratown’s burritos.
Poppy + Rose
765 Wall Street poppyandrosela.com, 213-995-7799
Inspired by Californian food trends and dishes, Poppy + Rose is the best place in Los Angeles to grab breakfast or lunch. Founded by a husband-and-wife duo in 2014, extensive effort is put into both the restaurant’s food and its atmosphere. With every dish made from scratch, Poppy + Rose stands out from other American cuisine. The restaurant also gives back to the community, often participating in local charity events.
READER RECOMMENDED Yard House
Engine Co. No. 28
800 W. Olympic Boulevard yardhouse.com, 213-745-9273
644 S. Figueroa Street engineco.com, 213-624-6996
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Ocho Mexican Grill
1037 Flower Street elcholo.com, 213-746-7750
255 S. Grand Avenue 735 S. Figueroa Street eatocho.com, 213-788-4888 (Grand Avenue), 213-788-4788 (Figueroa Street)
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Best Cajun Food The Little Jewel of New Orleans
207 Ord Avenue littlejewel.la, 213-620-0461
Best Chicken
Wings
Howlin’ Ray’s
727 N. Broadway howlinrays.com, 213-935-8399
Downtown Los Angeles has never quite been known for its chicken — or at least it wasn’t until Howlin’ Ray’s came onto the scene in 2015. Inspired by Nashville-style fried chicken, there is nothing more comforting than a meal at this family-friendly restaurant. The restaurant was opened by chef Johnny Ray Zone after a trip to Nashville, learning about the infamous Nashville chicken sandwich and creating his own take for the city of Los Angeles. There is no Southern-style chicken more authentic in California than Howlin Ray’s in Downtown.
READER RECOMMENDED The Red Chickz
Wokcano
557 S. Spring Street theredchickz.com, 213-607-2961
800 W. Seventh Street wokcanorestaurant.com, 213-623-2288
There is nothing little about the flavor punch that The Little Jewel of New Orleans packs. From 33 different styles of po’boys to hot plates including crawfish mac and cheese and New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp plate, there are various choices for everyone’s taste buds while holding true to the same Louisiana-born flavors.
READER RECOMMENDED Boiling Chick - W Kitchen 1225 E. Washington Boulevard eatwkitchens.com, 213-536-5465
Engine Co. No. 28 644 S. Figueroa Street engineco.com, 213-624-6996
Golden Dragon Restaurant Best Dim Sum
960 N. Broadway goldendragonla.net, 213-626-2039
Dim sum is a traditional Chinese meal that normally consists of dumplings and other snack food to begin a meal. In other words, most restaurants label dim sums as appetizers. Golden Dragon Restaurant has an array of choices, including fried dumplings, beef balls, egg rolls, pot stickers and steamed chicken buns, in addition to chicken feet, shrimp and leek leek dumplings, and steamed tofu skin roll.
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Best Asian Fusion Wokcano
800 W. Seventh Street wokcanorestaurant.com, 213-623-2288
Wokcano offers guests a broad and savory tasting tour of popular Asian cuisines featuring fresh sushi and creative maki rolls, as well as modern riffs on traditional fare. The menu incorporates the vivid regional and multicultural currents that make up modern Asian cuisine and highlights the innovative Wokcano signature twist.
READER RECOMMENDED Broken Mouth
Holy Basil
231 E. Ninth Street eatbrokenmouth.com, 213-418-9588
718 S. Los Angeles Street holybasildtla.com, 213-559-4994
Peking Tavern
ABC Seafood Restaurant
806 S. Spring Street pekingtavern.com, 213-988-8308
205 Ord Street abcseafoodla.com, 213-680-2887
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Best Italian Food
Maccheroni Republic
332 S. Broadway maccheronirepublic.com, 213-346-9725
Launched by restaurateurs Jean Louis DeMori and Antonio Tomassi, Maccheroni Republic is an Italian trattoria that specializes in handmade pasta and gnocchi. Creations include gnocchi con ragu’di carne e funghi made with handcrafted potato gnocchi with meat ragout and forest mushroom, along with agnolotti di osso bucco, tortellini filled with osso bucco meat and marrow in a salsa verde. End the meal with a slice of tiramisu, a cannoli or a choice of the daily gelato selection.
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Best French Food
Le Petit Paris
418 S. Spring Street lepetitparisla.com, 213-217-4445
Originally created by Cannes-based restaurateurs David and Fanny Rolland, the Downtown Los Angeles location features dishes from the south of France and provides a true French brasserie dining experience. Dinner options include lemon linguine ($17) made with capers, lemon butter sauce, spinach and topped with Parmesan cheese, in addition to duck leg confit ($26) served with roasted turnips and pears, honey and coriander. Finish off the meal with the La Tour Eiffel ($13) dessert made with a vanilla shortbread cookie, raspberry sorbet, saffron custard and fresh cherry.
2121 E. Seventh Street bestiala.com, 213-514-5724
Colori Kitchen 429 W. Eighth Street colorikitchen.com, 213-622-5950
READER RECOMMENDED Perch
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448 S. Hill Street perchla.com, 213-802-1770
939 S. Broadway lezinque.com, 213-395-0946
Tucked in the outskirts of Little Tokyo, Sushi Gen stands out even for its size. The high-quality assortment of seafood is unmatched at its reasonable price point. Available for lunch and dinner, a few of the top sellers include the sashimi deluxe ($42/$48), which includes several different choices of fish and accompaniments, along with the sushi deluxe combo ($28/$32.50) that comes with an array of sushi rolls in addition to salmon skin and mozuku.
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Best Japanese Food
422 E. Second Street sushigen-dtla.com, 213-617-0552
HATCH Yakitori + Bar
700 W. Seventh Street hatchyakitori.com, 213-282-9070
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HATCH is a modern Japanese grill that celebrates yakitori, a fresh raw bar and creative plates. Traditional Japanese cooking is fused with bold Californian flavors to deliver new takes on classic dishes. HATCH takes pride in quality, as its skewers are grilled over binchotan charcoal and it uses premium ingredients, such as organic Jidori chicken, that are locally sourced.
READER RECOMMENDED Wokcano
Hayato
800 W. Seventh Street wokcanorestaurant.com, 213-623-2288
1320 E. Seventh Street hayatorestaurant.com, 213-395-0607
Takami Sushi
Sugarfish
811 Wilshire Boulevard takamisushi.com, 213-236-9600
600 W. Seventh Street sugarfishsushi.com, 213-627-3000
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Pez Cantina
401 S. Grand Avenue pezcantinala.com, Best Latin American Food 213-258-2280 Pez is a sustainable coastal Mexican kitchen-style restaurant and bar serving the freshest sea-to-land dishes focused on the culinary regions of Baja California to the Yucatan Peninsula. Items like fresh ceviches, cocteles, seafood tacos, an array of housemade salsas, and chef Bret Thompson’s seasonal creations are some of the highlights. The majority of its ingredients are sourced locally from trusted resources to ensure quality and freshness.
READER RECOMMENDED Guisados
Border Grill
541 S. Spring Street, or see website for additional locations guisados.la, 213-627-7656
445 S. Figueroa Street bordergrill.com, 213-542-1102
Best Seafood
Water Grill
544 S. Grand Avenue watergrill.com, 213-891-0900
Water Grill is a Downtown LA staple that has been open for over 30 years. The elegant and luxurious atmosphere, featuring art deco architecture, creates the perfect romantic environment to enjoy seafood. Serving only the freshest fish and shellfish, as well as its dedication to local ingredients, makes its food uniquely Californian.
READER RECOMMENDED Fisherman’s Outlet
Rappahannock
529 S. Central Avenue fishermansoutlet.net, 213-627-7231
777 S. Alameda Street rroysters.com, 323-435-4004
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Best Ramen Spot Silverlake Ramen
615 S. Spring Street 2927 Sunset Boulevard silverlakeramen.com, 213-372-5177 (Spring Street), 323-660-8100 (Sunset Boulevard)
Best Burger
Farmer Boys
726 S. Alameda Street farmerboys.com, 213-228-8999
For Farmer Boys, “farm fresh” aren’t just trendy buzz words; it’s what the business has been for 35 years. In 2012 it introduced The Natural burgers after customers requested a fresh, never-frozen, hormone-free and antibiotic-free beef option. Once a customer orders one of the eight burgers on the menu, the cooks get grilling. It may take a little longer than a fast-food joint, but Farmer Boys ensure it’ll be worth it once it’s brought to the table.
The embodiment of the free spirit and casual vibe of Los Angeles, Silverlake creates ramen that its neighbors can brag about. Silverlake dishes up seven uniquely crafted ramen bowls made up of delicious quality and traditional ingredients. Try the classic with a choice of either pork, chicken or tofu along with creamy pork broth, bean sprouts, spinach, green onion, seaweed, black garlic oil and an egg. Or mix it up and get the garlic truffle with choices of protein but with a blend of creamy pork and vegetable broth, garlic, truffle oil, kale, mushrooms, black pepper, seaweed and a seasoned egg, served with thick noodles.
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READER RECOMMENDED Cassell’s 421 W. Eighth Street cassellshamburgers.com, 213-372-5601
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The Counter Custom Burgers Downtown LA 725 W. Seventh Street thecounter.com, 213-228-7800
Daikokuya Little Tokyo
Ramen Hood
327 E. First Street group.bishamon-ten.com/daikokuya, 213-626-1680
317 S. Broadway Street ramenhood.com, 213-285-7571
Philippe the Original 1001 N. Alameda Street philippes.com, 213-628-3781
The French dips come in six varieties, including the beef dip ($9.25), the lamb dip ($10.50), the pastrami dip ($10.50), the pork dip ($9.25), the turkey dip ($9.25) and the ham dip ($9.25). Outside of French dips, Philippe’s dishes up a tuna sandwich ($8.75) and peanut butter and jelly sandwich ($4.30).
READER RECOMMENDED DTLA Bodega
Breadlam
650 S. Spring Street dtlabodega.com, 213-462-2992
826 E. Third Street breadlam.com, 213-369-0237
Best Breakfast Egg Slut
317 S. Broadway eggslut.com, 213-625-0292
Egg Slut is the perfect casual breakfast restaurant for any occasion. Created with chef-driven cuisine in mind since 2011, Egg Slut offers breakfast classics as well as its own signature egg-inspired dishes. Egg Slut has the perfect morning atmosphere, with friendly service that will brighten anyone’s morning. The delicious, comforting food and warm, family-friendly environment make Egg Slut the best breakfast in town.
READER RECOMMENDED Poppy + Rose
Blu Jam Café
765 Wall Street poppyandrosela.com, 213-995-7799
541 S. Spring Street blujamcafe.com, 213-600-7383
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Bottega Louie
700 S. Grand Avenue bottegalouie.com, 213-802-1470
Best Brunch
Bottega Louie is a restaurant, gourmet market, patisserie and café. At the restaurant, brunch consists of nine meal choices. Options include Farmers Market Breakfast, featuring poached eggs, potatoes, peppers, fennel, haricot verts, carrots, squash and Tuscan kale ($16), along with Lobster Hash, made with lobster, two poached eggs, marble potatoes, sweet corn, Brussels sprouts, double smoked bacon and paprika hollandaise sauce ($25). Don’t forget a bellini, mimosa or bloody mary ($15 each) to compliment the meal. Temporarily closed.
READER RECOMMENDED Zinc Cafe & Market
Perch
580 Mateo Street zinccafe.com, 323-825-5381
448 S. Hill Street perchla.com, 213-802-1770
Philippe the Original 1001 N. Alameda Street philippes.com, 213-628-3781
Best Lunch
The French dip sandwich is unmatched, especially when it comes to the same restaurant that originated it. The French dips come in six varieties, including the beef dip ($9.25), the lamb dip ($10.50), the pastrami dip ($10.50), the pork dip ($9.25), the turkey dip ($9.25) and the ham dip ($9.25). Outside of French dips, Philippe’s dishes up three kinds of salads ($7.50-$11), along with a tuna sandwich ($8.75) and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich ($4.30).
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Dune Downtown
726 S. Alameda Street farmerboys.com, 213-228-8999
199 W. Olympic Boulevard dunekitchen.com, 213-628-3586
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Best Dessert Bottega Louie
700 S. Grand Avenue bottegalouie.com, 213-802-1470 Bottega Louie serves an array of European-inspired dessert, from tiramisu and limoncello tarts to creme brulee and beignets. Don’t forget about the delectable macarons that come in 12 flavors, including salted caramel, pistachio, birthday cake and mango. Purchase a set of four for $11, a selection of eight for $22, or a combination of 12 for $33.
READER RECOMMENDED The Dolly Llama
Big Man Bakes
273 S. Western Avenue thedollyllamala.com, 213-908-5353
413 S. Main Street bigmanbakes.com, 213-617-9100
Best Business Lunch The Rooftop at the Wayfarer Downtown LA 813 Flower Street wayfarerdtla.com, 213-285-4391
There’s no substitute for a rooftop view of the city. Everything up there is a little lighter and a little brighter. The mood and the late summer afternoon slip mysteriously into a long LA evening under the stars. Ever wonder why it’s one of the best rooftop bars in Downtown Los Angeles? Killer cocktails with views to match, it’s a daily destination for LA-inspired eats. Warm up by the fire pit, cool off by the water, or let the mixologist get creative with the next round.
READER RECOMMENDED JOEY DTLA
Water Grill
700 W. Seventh Street joeyrestaurants.com, 213-372-5335
544 S. Grand Avenue watergrill.com, 213-891-0900
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Best Steakhouse
H&H Brazilian Steakhouse 518 W. Seventh Street hhsteakhouse.com, 213-266-8103
H&H is a modern Brazilian steakhouse that creates meals in a unique way that makes people come first. Started by Henrique Huyer with a mission of bringing the best of Brazil today to the American market, what sets H&H apart from other steakhouses is its “unlimited” menu with options of either 16 cuts of unlimited Brazilian churrasco, tableside premium meats grilled to perfection, along with an organic salad bar and side dishes for $63.95 per person, or tableside service of eight classic Brazilian cuts and gourmet foods, along with the organic salad bar and side dishes for $58.95 per person.
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Best Farm to Table
Manuela
907 E. Third Street manuela-la.com, 323-849-0480
Under the direction of executive chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California. Manuela’s menu offers dishes determined by the seasons and highlighting the old-world techniques of pickling, fermenting and in-house smoking. A garden with an array of seasonal fruits and vegetables, along with a chicken coop, is on-site at Manuela, making the farm-to-table process that much simpler. Manuela offers brunch, lunch and dinner.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse 800 S. Figueroa Street fogodechao.com, 213-228-4300
Morton’s the Steakhouse 735 S. Figueroa Street mortons.com, 213-553-4566
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READER RECOMMENDED Farmer Boys
Café Gratitude
726 S. Alameda Street farmerboys.com, 213-228-8999
300 S. Santa Fe Avenue cafegratitude.com, 213-929-5580
Redbird Best Place to Take a Foodie
Best BBQ
114 E. Second Street redbird.la, 213-788-1191
Chef Neal Fraser and Amy Knoll Fraser’s restaurant Redbird dishes out a refined modern American cuisine that is approachable to even the pickiest eaters. The menu highlights the multicultural influences of Fraser’s native city, Los Angeles. Dinner entrees include barbecue-smoked tofu ($30) made with fried wild rice, mustard greens, togarashi and shiitake xo, along with Liberty Farms duck ($46) made with Murray’s cherries, hibiscus verjus, gnocchi, black kale and chanterelles.
Spring Street Smokehouse BBQ
640 N. Spring Street sssmokehouse.com, 213-626-0535 This joint dishes up all of the classic American barbecue meats, hickory-smoked between four and 12 hours and topped with Carolina-style sauce fragrant with apple cider vinegar and clove. Choose from beef and pork ribs, Texas hot links, brisket and pulled pork. Try out a surprising feature: chicken stuffed with peppers, onions and cheese, then wrapped with bacon and pit-smoked. No barbecue is complete without the sides, including macaroni and cheese, beans, and cornbread.
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READER RECOMMENDED Horse Thief BBQ
Korean Kitchen Hibachi BBQ
324 S. Hill Street horsethiefbbq.com, 213-625-0341
135 Japanese Village Plaza Mall 213-680-1039
Le Petit Paris
Rossoblu
418 S. Spring Street lepetitparisla.com, 213-217-4445
1124 San Julian Street rossoblula.com, 213-749-1099
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Perch Best Romantic Restaurant
448 S. Hill Street perchla.com, 213-802-1770
Float along the Los Angeles skyline while you wine and dine with your significant other. Perch is an elevated resting place, a whimsical French-inspired rooftop bistro with unobstructed views of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline and mountains in the distance. Housing two outdoor fireplaces, various fire pits, and both lounge and table seating, couples are sure to find a spot worthy of date night.
READER RECOMMENDED Redbird
Le Petit Paris
114 E. Second Street redbird.la, 213-788-1191
418 S. Spring Street lepetitparisla.com, 213-217-4445
Best Restaurant Water Grill (tie)
Bestia (tie)
Known for being Southern California’s seafood destination since 1989, Water Grill serves an array of daily caught seafood delicacies. Dine in for lunch or dinner and choose from the raw bar, sushi and sashimi, freshly caught seafood or steak. Don’t forget about one of the six desserts, including maple cheesecake ($13) with sour cream ice cream or chocolate espresso ganache cake ($14) with pistachios and luxardo cherry sorbet.
Created by husband and wife Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis, Bestia is a chef-driven multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District in DTLA. The restaurant focuses on a “from scratch” approach, offering housemade charcuterie, in addition to handmade pasta and pizza made in an Acunto oven. On the pastry side, Gergis’ desserts focus on a clean and simple approach to create a daily changing menu that is centered on the freshest, most local ingredients possible.
544 S. Grand Avenue watergrill.com/la, 213-891-0900
2121 E. Seventh Street bestiala.com, 213-514-5724
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Redbird
633 W. Fifth Street 71above.com, 213-712-2683
114 E. Second Street redbird.la, 213-788-1191
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Best Bang For Your Buck Philippe the Original
1001 N. Alameda Street philippes.com, 213-628-3781
Best Takeout
LA Cafe
639 S. Spring Street thelacafe.com, 213-612-3000
Well-known for its signature French dip sandwiches, the entire Philippe’s menu boasts a majority of options under $15. From French dip sandwiches and breakfast combos to salads and soups, Philippe’s has choices to satisfy anyone’s cravings. Don’t forget about dessert to complete a well-rounded meal that won’t break the bank.
Prior to COVID-19 requiring most restaurants to switch to takeout or delivery options, LA Cafe was ahead of the game and already had that service in place. The nofrills establishment allows guests to come in and grab a delicious homemade-quality meal and then take it to go and get back to their day. It’s available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even those late-night munchies after a long day of work or going out drinking.
READER RECOMMENDED Philippe the Original
Farmer Boys
1001 N. Alameda Street philippes.com, 213-628-3781
726 S. Alameda Street farmerboys.com, 213-228-8999
READER RECOMMENDED Guisados
The Original Pantry Cafe
541 S. Spring Street, or see website for other locations guisados.la, 213-627-7656
877 S. Figueroa Street pantrycafe.restaurant, 213-972-9279
Philippe the Original
1001 N. Alameda Street philippes.com, 213-628-3781 As the oldest business in this category, it is no wonder it was named a Downtown classic. Aside from its long-term status in the Los Angeles area, it is also the birthplace of the French dip sandwich, created by Philippe Mathieu in 1918 on accident. Mathieu inadvertently dropped the sliced French roll into a roasting pan filled with hot juices from the oven, and the police officer who later ate the sandwich came back the next day and asked for the same thing. The rest is history.
Best Downtown Classic
READER RECOMMENDED The Original Pantry Cafe
Nickel Diner
877 S. Figueroa Street pantrycafe.restaurant, 213-972-9279
524 S. Main Street nickeldiner.com, 213-623-8301
FIGat7th Best Outdoor Dining
735 S. Figueroa Street figat7th.com, 213-955-7170
As part of the open-air shopping experience, dining at FIGat7th brings delicious food outdoors. Along with COVID-19 restrictions over the past year and a half, outdoor dining has taken a new meaning at FIGat7th. It houses an array of dining choices that satisfy everyone’s cravings while enjoying the beautiful outdoors.
READER RECOMMENDED Perch
Manuela
448 S. Hill Street perchla.com, 213-802-1770
907 E. Third Street manuela-la.com, 323-849-0480
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71Above
633 W. Fifth Street 71above.com, 213-712-2683
Best View
It is hard not to be named the best view when the restaurant itself is almost 1,000 feet above the ground and is literally among the clouds. The dining room showcases a complete 360-degree view from Malibu to Laguna Hills and all the surrounding mountain ranges and exquisite scenery in between.
READER RECOMMENDED Perch
Dekkadance
448 S. Hill Street perchla.com, 213-802-1770
900 Wilshire Boulevard dekkadance.com, 213-688-7777
Best Pizza Pizza Napolita
541 S. Spring Street pizzanapolita.com, 213-266-8801
From the world-renowned Neapolitan pizza chef himself, Jose Barrios prepares impeccable pizzas for everyone’s discerning palates. Committed to serving the finest dining experience, each pizza is made with 100% Italian flour and sauce. The dough is fermented for 24 hours prior to baking to perfection at 900 degrees in less than two minutes. Mozzarella cheese is made fresh daily to serve the best Neapolitan pizza.
READER RECOMMENDED PIZZANISTA! DTLA
Braazo Pizza
2019 E. Sixth Street pizzanista.com, 213-627-1430
100 W. Sixth Street braazopizzalosangeles.com, 213-622-3390
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Best Late-Night Eats
Best Restaurant Décor Le Petit Paris
LA Cafe
639 S. Spring Street thelacafe.com, 213-612-3000
Open until 2 a.m., LA Cafe combines organic ingredients with all-natural meats and made-from-scratch options for all diets. The restaurant even features its own designated “Munchies” menu ideal for a late-night meal. Munchie menu items include bao down lobster tacos ($10.95) — two bao down tacos with lobster chunks, topped with sesame slaw and a drizzle of Korean barbecue sauce, with a side of housemade Buzz chips — and plant power tots ($8.95), crispy fried tater tots topped with spinach, braised mushrooms, caramelized onions and a soft egg with harissa aioli.
418 S. Spring Street lepetiteparisla.com 213-217-4445
The restaurant is an architectural marvel, designed by David and Fanny Rolland, featuring multiple skylights, two bars, a mezzanine level and a large outdoor patio. During the daytime, Le Petit Paris provides a tranquil, bright venue, and at night it transforms into an upscale fine dining restaurant with a lounge. The 300-seat restaurant brings a quintessential brasserie dining experience to Downtown LA’s Historic Core.
READER RECOMMENDED The Stanton DTLA 1091 S. Hope Street thestantondtla.com, 213-493-4699
Zinqué - DTLA
READER RECOMMENDED 71Above
H&H Brazilian Steakhouse
633 W. Fifth Street 71above.com, 213-712-2683
518 W. Seventh Street hhsteakhouse.com, 213-266-8103
939 S. Broadway lezinque.com, 213-395-0946
Mendocino Farms Best FI Gat7th Eatery
Best New Restaurant
Guests are invited on an unexpected culinary adventure with fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations. At Mendocino Farms, the “eat happy” experience starts with a chef-driven, farm-to-table menu that brings fine dining flavors and trusted ingredients to the sandwich and salad level. It continues with elevated hospitality that makes diners feel like family.
Tian’s Dim Sum Restaurant
809 N. Hill Street ordertiansdimsum.com, 213-680-3888 Using fresh ingredients, the chefs specialize in authentic, delicious dim sum. Serving mouthwatering dishes that feature high-quality ingredients, the staff at Tian’s Dim Sum Restaurant is devoted to providing well-prepared meals quickly and delivered to customers the right way. Try one of the specialties, including barbecue pork chow mein ($9.99), Singapore-style vermicelli chow mein ($9.99) or stir-fried rice noodle ($8.99).
735 S. Figueroa Street mendocinofarms.com, 213-430-9040
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READER RECOMMENDED Azay 226 E. First Street azaylittletokyo.com, 213-628-3431
Vista Patio by 71Above 633 W. Fifth Street 71above.com, 330-998-3747
Morton’s the Steakhouse
George’s Greek Grill
735 S. Figueroa Street mortons.com, 213-553-4566
445 S. Figueroa Street georgesgreek.com, 213-627-2334
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Best L.A. Live Restaurant
Katsuya L.A. Live
800 W. Olympic Boulevard sbe.com, 213-747-9797
Named after master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi, the restaurant features innovative Japanese cuisine paired with premium mixology in a stylish setting. A feast for the senses, Katsuya offers specialty cocktails, unique rolls, and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters. Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate, including signature dishes crispy rice with spicy tuna, yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno, and miso-marinated black cod.
READER RECOMMENDED Yard House
Savoca
800 W. Olympic Boulevard yardhouse.com, 213-745-9273
800 W. Olympic Boulevard marriot.com, 213-765-8630
Best Bloc Eatery
JOEY DTLA
700 W. Seventh Street joeyrestaurants.com, 213-372-5335
Instead of just one chef, JOEY DTLA has a whole team of celebrated executive chefs bringing guests an experience they can’t get elsewhere. The team believes in handcrafted, locally and globally inspired menu offerings. Wrapping the corner of Seventh and S. Flower streets with the largest street-level patio in Downtown Los Angeles, this space features a theater kitchen, a stunning stone bar top and a custom wine wall in the lounge.
READER RECOMMENDED HATCH Yakitori + Bar
District
700 W. Seventh Street hatchyakitori.com, 213-282-9070
700 W. Seventh Street districtdtla.com, 213-612-3185
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Best ROW DT LA Eatery
Best Hotel Restaurant
Smorgasburg
Sibling Rivalry at The Hoxton
777 S. Alameda Street smorgasburg.com, 718-928-6603
1060 S. Broadway siblingrivaldtla.com, 323-405-9992
Smorgasburg is a truly unique food experience and is now known as the largest weekly open-air market in America. Its Los Angeles location is famous for its fresh and trendy dishes made from local ingredients. The market-style atmosphere creates the perfect ambiance for those looking to dine in the sun and enjoy the local produce of California. Its dishes are not only known for their freshness and authenticity but for their fun presentations and creative approaches.
Whether guests want to indulge or stick to a healthy treat, there are options for everyone. Located inside The Hoxton, Sibling Rivalry is the neighborhood bistro serving up delicious shareable plates. Indulge in the Sibling Burger ($17) made with a 5-ounce patty, cheddar cheese, iceberg lettuce, caramelized onions, bread and butter pickle, roasted tomato aioli and served with fries or a salad. Keeping up the health kick, try out the Little Gem Salad ($13) made with herbed buttermilk dressing, garlic croutons, chives, parsley and cured egg yolk.
READER RECOMMENDED The Exchange at the Freehand Hotel 416 W. Eighth Street theexchangela.com, 213-395-9531
LA Prime at the Westin Bonaventure
READER RECOMMENDED Rappahannock
M.Georgina
777 S. Alameda Street rroysters.com, 323-435-4004
777 Alameda Street mgeorgina.com, 213-334-4113
404 S. Figueroa Street laprimesteakhouse.com, 213-612-4743
Best Hotel Bar
Spire 73 at the InterContinental Hotel
900 Wilshire Boulevard dtla.intercontinental.com, 213-688-7777
Spire 73 takes the term “elevated experience” to new heights, labeled as the tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere, sitting atop the 73rd floor of InterContinental Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. The bar creates an assortment of cocktails, including a special list called “In Da Club Cocktails” featuring Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s array of liquors. One of the cocktails listed is “So Seductive” ($25) made with Le Chemin du Roi champagne, gin, lime juice and simple syrup.
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Best Coffee
Urth Caffé
459 S. Hewitt Street urthcaffe.com, 213-797-4534
Urth Caffé was started over 30 years ago by Jilla and Shallom Berkman after they discovered the chemical treatment of most coffee and decided to do something different. Today Urth Caffé works directly with many exclusive sources in Africa, Japan and South America — producing heirloom, organic, award-winning coffees roasted locally at Urth Caffé’s Hawthorne coffee-roasting facility, commissary and bakery.
READER RECOMMENDED Verve Coffee Roasters
Cognoscenti Coffee
500 Mateo Street 833 S. Spring Street vervecoffee.com, 213-419-5077 (Mateo Street), 213-455-5991 (Spring Street)
868 S. Olive Street 1118 San Julian Street cogcoffee.com, 213-221-7679 (Olive Street) 213-328-7575 (San Julian Street)
Broken Shaker at the Freehand Hotel
La Casita at the Hotel Figueroa
416 W. Eighth Street brokenshaker.com, 213-612-0021
939 S. Figueroa Street hotelfigueroa.com, 213-660-3032
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Seven Grand
515 W. Seventh Street sevengrandbars.com, 213-614-0736
Best Martini
Home to the ever-popular Whiskey Society, make no mistake, guests are in for a treat when it comes to the specially made-to-order martinis. Channel your inner James Bond and order a dirty martini, or let the bartender mix up a classic gin or vodka martini to sip the night away.
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Best Lounge Bar
Wolf & Crane Bar
366 E. Second Street wolfandcranebar.com, 213-935-8249
Longtime Downtown LA residents and proprietors Michael Francesconi and Matthew Glaser came together and started Wolf & Crane as a place for the community. Come to the bar where guests can relax, gather, party, politic, romance, seduce, dance and drink alike. Wolf & Crane focuses on Japanese whisky and craft cocktails for people to sip and fall in love with.
READER RECOMMENDED The Edison
Library Bar
108 W. Second Street theneverlands.com/edison, 213-613-0000
630 W. Sixth Street librarybarla.com, 213-614-1900
Water Grill
The Wolves
544 S. Grand Avenue watergrill.com, 213-891-0900
519 S. Spring Street thewolvesdtla.com, 213-265-7952
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Best Sports Bar Los Angeles Athletic Club
431 W. Seventh Street laac.com, 213-625-2211
Members of the Los Angeles Athletic Club can sit back and relax at one of the oldest bars in Los Angeles, Invention. The modern, upscale floor plan is a great place for members to relax, work or socialize. The bar program uses fresh ingredients and high-quality spirits for all of its cocktails. The featured cocktails were invented in private clubs throughout the world and include pre-Prohibition recipes from LAAC’s archives.
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Public School 213 Best Bloody Mary
612 Flower Street psontap.com, 213-269-5277
At the top of the Public School 213 brunch menu are the “Almost Bottomless Cocktails,” including its bloody mary. The special includes two 16-ounce carafes for $15. A single glass is $6. Each bloody mary is created with a housemade bloody mix and presented with a bacon sea salt rim, chicken wing and pickled vegetables.
READER RECOMMENDED Poppy + Rose READER RECOMMENDED Modern Times Dankness Dojo 832 S. Olive Street moderntimesbeer.com, 213-878-7008
Gamez DTLA 500 S. Spring Street 213-243-5831
765 Wall Street poppyandrosela.com, 213-995-7799
Cole’s French Dip (tie) 118 E. Sixth Street colesfrenchdip.com, 213-878-9034
Eat Drink Americano (tie) 923 E. Third Street eatdrinkamericano.com, 213-620-0781
Best Brewery Angel City Brewery
216 S. Alameda Street angelcitybrewery.com, 213-537-5550 In a city known more for its glitz than its grit, Angel City Brewery is proud to rough things up a bit and work beneath the shiny surface. Angel City’s home in the Los Angeles Arts District is both brewery and canvas, the center of a revival for the city’s artists, musicians, hustlers and craftspeople. It’s an LA staple that’s as ambitious as it is diverse — and the beer is no exception. The year-round collection includes L.A. Blonde, a 5.0% ABV blonde ale; Angel City IPA, a 6.1% ABV India pale ale; Sunbather, a 4.2% ABV session sour ale; and Do Not Reply All, a 7.5% ABV hazy IPA.
READER RECOMMENDED Arts District Brewing Company
HiDef Brewing Co.
828 Traction Avenue artsdistrictbrewing.com, 213-519-5887
1203 S. Olive Street hidefbrewing.com, 213-973-5350
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NEW SOUTH PARK DOGGIELAND LA Resort ‘n Theme Park 147 W. 24TH ST. DTLA PLAY PARKS • GRASS • POOLS • WEBCAMS • 360 LOUNGE
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900 W. Olympic Boulevard ritzcarlton.com, 213-743-8800
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The Ritz-Carlton is a contemporary-style hotel, infusing elements of classic Hollywood to create the most authentic Californian experience. Soak up the sun on the 24th-floor rooftop pool with views of the city, or experience an exquisite meal cooked by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. Offering some of the best amenities in the city at a reasonable price, the Ritz-Carlton gives guests the ultimate luxury experience and the best way to get away for a few days without ever leaving the city.
READER RECOMMENDED InterContinental Hotel 900 Wilshire Boulevard dtla.intercontinental.com, 213-688-7777
The Hoxton 1060 S. Broadway thehoxton.com, 213-725-5900
OPENING AUG. 26th Register on GINGR and call for FREE DAY TRIAL!
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Come stay at our 360 DOGGIELAND lounge and watch your pup play from above on our giant doggie playgrounds! Relax and view our 10 live indoor and outdoor doggie play cams! $15-25 for 2 Hour Activity Play Care! Free WIfi
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Best Place to Pop the Question
Best Wedding Spot
71Above
The Cathedral of St. Vibiana
633 W. Fifth Street 71above.com, 213-712-2683 Offering 360-degree views of Los Angeles from the 71st floor, 71Above provides a unique experience and breathtaking views, with several different room options available, including a sky bar offering views of the entire city as well as the Pacific Ocean. 71Above is the perfect romantic and exclusive spot to pop the question simply because of its wonderful presentation and variety of dining and drinking options. The views alone are swoonworthy and sure to set the mood for one of the most exciting moments in a person’s life.
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214 S. Main Street vibiana.com, 213-626-1507
The Cathedral of St. Vibiana is a former cathedral church building and parish of the Catholic Archdiocese in LA. The building is one of the few landmarks from the 19th century still standing in Los Angeles and has been converted to act as a wedding, events and performing arts center. The stunning church is beautiful both inside and outside, offering multiple spaces for weddings. It is the best of the best as far as picturesque wedding locations go, and with a large space available, it is the perfect spot for an extravagant celebration.
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READER RECOMMENDED Spire 73 900 Wilshire Boulevard dtla.intercontinental.com, 213-688-7777
Le Petite Paris 418 S. Spring Street lepetiteparisla.com, 213-217-4445
MOVIES ARE MEANT TO BE SEEN IN
THEATERS
announcing the return of
DTLA FILM FESTIVAL 13TH EDITION
Sept. 7-11, 2022 Submissions open beginning Oct. 1, 2021 Help us put on the show! Volunteer: info@dtlaff.com www.dtlaff.com
Kyoto Gardens - DoubleTree
Hotel Figueroa
120 South Los Angeles Street doubletree3.hilton.com, 213-629-1200
939 S. Figueroa Street hotelfigueroa.com, 213-627-8971
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Best Downtown LA Annual Event DTLA Film Festival 1000 W. Olympic Boulevard dtlaff.com, 323-365-1496
Established in 2008 as a nonprofit, the festival is located in the historic center of the world’s film capital and has shown over 1,000 films since its inception. With people traveling hundreds of miles to catch the film festival, it has become one of the largest gatherings in the city. It is a no-brainer that the world-famous film festival is the best event of the year for the citizens of Los Angeles.
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Best Museum
The Broad
221 S. Grand Avenue thebroad.org, 213-232-6250
LA Auto Show
Nisei Week
1201 S. Figueroa Street laautoshow.com, 213-741-1151
244 S. San Pedro Street niseiweek.org, 213-687-7193
Offering free general admission, this contemporary art museum is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Inspiration lines the walls of The Broad, with over 2,000 art pieces belonging to the museum. Famous artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol have pieces in the collection, making The Broad a necessary stop for any true art lover. On top of its fabulous and beautiful variety of work, The Broad is the best because it is open to everyone — the public is encouraged to take in the art without paying a dime.
READER RECOMMENDED Natural History Museum
California Science Center
900 W. Exposition Boulevard nhm.org, 213-763-3466
700 Exposition Park Drive californiasciencecenter.org, 323-724-3623
SUMMER SALE 50% OFF • 100% GO
Summer in the city has never felt sweeter. This August and September, Foothill Transit’s Summer Sale lets you save 50% on any of our passes, for any of our buses. Just call 800-RIDE-INFO or visit foothilltransit.org/summersale to ride more and pay less, all summer long!
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Best Day Spa
DESUAR Spa DTLA
220 W. Fifth Street desuar.com, 213-265-7908
DESUAR is a comprehensive day spa in Downtown LA offering dozens of relaxing services meant to free the body and mind of stress and toxins. DESUAR sets itself apart with its commitment to creating unique treatments that incorporate creative elements, like using CBD during massages or detoxing with teas. With options that seem practically unlimited, DESUAR has the perfect spa treatment for anyone.
READER RECOMMENDED The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles
Omni Spa at Omni Los Angeles
900 W. Olympic Boulevard ritzcarlton.com, 213-763-4400
251 S. Olive Street thankyouandbewell.com, 213-300-0456
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Best Hair Salon Neihule Flagship Salon
309 E. Eighth Street neihule.com, 213-623-4383
Neihule was opened in 2008 by a duo of true artists, Atouzo and Yvonne Neihule, who had a real passion for not just hair but the art behind doing it. The pair have created one of the mostbuzzed-about salons in the state, featuring the most luxurious and trustworthy hair experience in Los Angeles. Neihule has even worked with celebrity clientele, meaning that anyone who goes in will walk out with hair fit for the red carpet. Its reputation and passionate hairstylists are peerless when it comes to the art of doing hair.
READER RECOMMENDED Salon Pure
Hair by David DTLA
117 E. Sixth Street salonpurela.com, 213-624-7873
404 S. Figueroa Street hairbydaviddtla.com, 213-623-1363
LOS ANGELES ATHLETIC CLUB
BEST SPORTS BAR IN DTLA
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Best Nail Salon Harmony Nail & Threading Salon
239 San Pedro Street harmony-nail-threading-salon.business.site, 213-265-7738
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Almost everyone can relate to the horror of a bad nail job. At Harmony Nail & Threading Salon, nail technicians are not satisfied until the customer is, never rushing or neglecting their clients to ensure the best nail results. Whether someone is looking for a casual French tip manicure or an elaborate acrylic set, nail technicians will be sure to find that the client’s needs are met at the salon. Raving reviews and beautiful results are what make Harmony Nail & Threading Salon the best.
READER RECOMMENDED Chayil Maison Nail Salon 512 W. Sixth Street chayilmaison.com, 213-627-5300
Nail Envy 513 S. Broadway nailenvylosangeles.com, 213-622-0822
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OrangeTheory Fitness Best Fitness Studio
1120 S. Grand Avenue 515 S. Figueroa Street orangetheory.com, 213-483-0800 (Grand Avenue), 213-279-2900 (Figueroa Street)
As a chain with over 1,200 locations and studios, OrangeTheory is one of the most trusted fitness centers in the country. Offering heart-based high intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts, the classes at OrangeTheory will help anyone reach their fitness goals, regardless of age, weight, size or gender. The open and welcoming environment, in addition to the top-notch expert trainers, makes OrangeTheory an unbeatable workout experience.
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Best Barbershop
DTLA Fitness
Lagree213 - Historic Core
1200 S. Broadway dtlafitness.com, 213-444-9093
835 S. Hill Street lagree213.com, 213-863-4834
DTLA Cuts
2288 S. Figueroa Street dtlacuts.com, 213-905-0165
DTLA Cuts has been making a name for itself in the city since opening in 2016. With 11 of the most talented barbers in LA working at eight barber stations, the smaller size of the barbershop means that every experience is personal and intimate, allowing for not just the best haircut but for the best conversation. Experienced barbers who love their clients are what sets this barbershop apart.
READER RECOMMENDED Bolt Barbers 460 S. Spring Street boltbarbers.com, 213-232-4715
Brass in Pocket Barber Shop & Salon 527 W. Seventh Street brassinpocketdtla.com, 213-265-7224
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Best Dentist Downtown Dental 255 S. Grand Avenue downtowndentalla.com 213-620-5777
The dentists at Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal and Dr. Elizabeth Loftus, have a combined 40 years of experience, meaning patients can rest assured knowing they are getting nothing but the most expert care. Dentist visits can be unpleasant, but at Downtown Dental, hygienists and dentists go above and beyond to create a comfortable and personalized experience. The practice is known as not just the most consistent dental office Downtown but as one of the most efficient and accurate practices in the state.
READER RECOMMENDED ZenDental - Alessandra Raschkovsky, D.D.S. 524 S. Spring Street zendental.com, 213-623-1129
Dr. James C. Feng 4350 S. Figueroa Street 213-488-0174
Best Hospital
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital 1225 Wilshire Boulevard pihhealth.org, 213-977-2121
Good Samaritan opened in 1885 with just nine beds. In 2021, the hospital rooms over 400 people, though each person is helped with the same level of attention and personalized care as those who were treated years before. The hospital has won numerous awards and is known around the world, having roomed John F. Kennedy before his death. The hospital’s kind and knowledgeable staff and its world-renowned reputation make Good Samaritan the most trustworthy hospital in Los Angeles.
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Downtown Live Chiropractic Best Chiropractor
714 W. Olympic Boulevard downtownlivechiropractic.com, 213-744-1099
Every person’s body is different, and this is how Downtown Live Chiropractic treats its patients. The mission focus is on individualized treatment, and Dr. Levon Nalbandyan is an expert when it comes to helping identify the most important issues to address in terms of back and spinal health. Nalbandyan and his team go above and beyond to make sure patients understand their treatment, down to the science, making it a process that allows for more personalized care.
READER RECOMMENDED B.E.S.T. Chiropractic Clinic
Chinatown Chiropractic Clinic
430 E. Second Street bestclinicla.com, 213-617-2228
lachinatownchiro.com, 213-617-3667
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Keck Medicine of USC Keck Hospital of USC
757 Westwood Plaza uclahealth.org, 310-825-9111
1500 San Pablo Street keckmedicine.org, 1-800-872-2273
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Best Mental Health Facility
Best Dermatologist California Skin Institute
Through the Woods Therapy Center
660 S. Figueroa Street throughthewoodstherapy.com, 213-212-3093
Through the Woods is a strength-based therapy program for those struggling with their mental health. Going through a mental health crisis can be one of the scariest moments of someone’s life, and Through the Woods will be there to guide patients through every step of the way, offering encouragement as opposed to discouragement. Through the Woods offers individualized programs that can help people through a variety of problems, from depression to identity issues to abusive relationships, all while making sure patients feel their best selves.
1127 Wilshire Boulevard californiaskininstitute.com, 213-278-0021 California Skin Institute (CSI) has the most comprehensive skin care in the state. With hundreds of different medical and cosmetic procedures and treatments available, the clinic is sure to meet the needs of anyone with any skin type. Because of the multidisciplinary approach CSI takes to skin care, doctors of all different specialties are able to help patients with all types of skin issues or concerns. As a system with over 400 employees, CSI is trusted by both patients and dermatologists alike.
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READER RECOMMENDED Dr. John Estrada, M.D.
Christopher Ho, M.D.
1127 Wilshire Boulevard pihhealth.org, 213-482-1395
420 E. Third Street, Suite 805 doctor-ho.com, 213-219-3908
Downtown Mind Wellness
Fig Tree Therapy Center
617 S. Olive Street downtownmw.com, 213-430-9080
714 W. Olympic Boulevard figtree.la, 310-712-3411
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Best Veterinarian DTLAvets
333 S. Spring Street dtlavets.com, 213-613-1537
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DTLAvets is top notch when it comes to veterinary care because of its commitment to integrated practices that incorporate elements of Western and Eastern medicine. Vets at DTLAvets are all highly trained and open-minded, always doing everything in their power to give an animal the best possible care. DTLAvets also has specialist doctors for individualized or specialty care, as the clinic is dedicated to creating a personalized experience.
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Best Cannabis/CBD Dispensary STIIIZY DTLA (tie)
728 E. Commercial Street stiizy.com, 323-929-4201
Blis (tie)
752 S. Olive Street blisbrand.com, 844-777-2547
READER RECOMMENDED Little Tokyo Pet Clinic
STIIIZY has become a well-known cannabis brand throughout the United States and has been making waves in the medical and recreational marijuana communities since its opening in 2017. STIIIZY tops the charts when it comes to trustworthy products, so much so that people from across the country frequently come out to visit its locations, including the easily accessible store in Downtown LA. Blis is the trendiest spot around for alternative medicine, specifically CBD. Blis infuses CBD into all of its products in ways that are undetectable. Whether patrons prefer to inhale, ingest or topically apply their CBD products, Blis has something for everyone. Especially coming out of the pandemic, many people are looking for new ways to manage stress, and Blis has the perfect offerings for those looking to detoxify their minds.
236 S. Los Angeles Street littletokyovet.com, 213-537-0989
READER RECOMMENDED
Grand Park Animal Hospital
735 S. Broadway medmen.com, 213-908-2244
333 S. Alameda Street grandparkvets.com, 213-935-8160
MedMen
The Buddha Company 2038 Sacramento Street 837 S. Los Angeles Street buddhacompany.com, 213-628-3144 (Sacramento Street), 213-943-7950 (Los Angeles Street)
Best Public Transportation Metro Rail 1 Gateway Plaza metro.net
The Los Angeles Metro Rail is an urban rail transportation system serving Los Angeles County. It consists of six lines, including two subway lines and four light rail lines serving 93 stations. It connects with the Metro Busway bus rapid transit system and also with the Metrolink commuter rail system. Metro Rail’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work and play within LA County.
READER RECOMMENDED DASH
Uber
100 S. Main Street ladottransit.com/dash
145 S. Spring Street uber.com
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Best Business Improvement District Little Tokyo Business Improvement District 250 E. First Street visitlittletokyo.com, 213-880-6875
Little Tokyo BID has 430 stakeholders, including nearly 100 restaurants, scores of gift and clothing shops, two world-class museums, two theaters, eight churches and temples, cultural institutions, and much more. Some key parts of Little Tokyo BID’s mission are to create and maintain a positive identity for the Little Tokyo community as a desirable destination, improve the Little Tokyo environment and strengthen investor confidence, as well as retain and attract business investment into the community.
READER RECOMMENDED Downtown Center Business Improvement District
Historic Core Business Improvement District
600 Wilshire Boulevard downtownla.com, 213-624-2146
209 W. Fifth Street historiccore.bid, 213-239-8336
Best Commercial Real Estate Agent DTLA Real Estate Donegan McCuaig 108 W. Second Street dtlarealestate.com, 213-304-4727
Donegan McCuaig graduated with his bachelor’s degree and honors from UCLA. He’s been licensed by the California Bureau of Real Estate since 2006 and has been a licensed broker since 2009. He spent the beginning of his career in apartment management in Los Angeles and Orange County. McCuaig has worked in commercial real estate in Los Angeles since 2008, when he began leasing warehouse space to artists. He now spearheads DTLA Real Estate.
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Best Residential Real Estate Agent Coldwell Banker Realty Bill Cooper 700 Flower Street larealestateexpert.com, 310-721-2455
Bill Cooper has lived in the Los Angeles area for over 50 years. His interest in real estate began when he bought his first home. Since then, Cooper has bought, remodeled and sold several of his own homes and truly understands the real estate process as a buyer, seller and investor. Cooper is one of the founders and current president of Los Angeles’ Downtown Real Estate Association. He is also a member of the Central City Association of Los Angeles. He sits on the board of the Society for the Preservation of Downtown Los Angeles and Pershing Square Park Advisory Board.
READER RECOMMENDED DTLA Life - Alex LiMandri 830 S. Olive Street dtlalife.com, 213-447-4080
Downtown LA Realty Inc. Paula Samuel 617 S. Olive Street 310–795-1261
CBRE - Derrick Moore
Major Properties - Tony Kim
400 S. Hope Street cbre.com, 213-613-3334
1200 W. Olympic Boulevard majorproperties.com, 213-747-0378
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Best Moving Storage Company Best Insurance Agent The J. Morey Company Inc. - Joshua Morey
1000 W. Sixth Street smartselfstorage.com, 323-873-2783
361 E. First Street jmoreyins.com, 866-459-3073
Following in the footsteps of his father and uncles, Joshua Morey is making a name for himself among the family insurance business, J. Morey Company Inc., which serves individuals, families and businesses with high-quality insurance products and professional, reliable service. In 2012, fourth-generation Morey brought things full circle when he established an office in Little Tokyo on the same street his great-grandfather owned his business over 100 years earlier.
Los Angeles Self Storage is a leader among Downtown Los Angeles storage locations, offering a free truck and driver for your initial move-in, elevator access for easy moving, 24-hour digital video recording and controlled access. At the facility, it provides a dependable and hassle-free storage experience for everyone. Los Angeles Self Storage offers low prices, great service and easy access and is home to the “1st Year Price Guarantee.”
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StorQuest Self Storage 1000 N. Main Street 3707 S. Hill Street storquest.com, 213-984-4341 (Main Street), 323-873-2754 (Hill Street)
550 S. Hill Street farmers.com, 818-249-3000
JERDE
601 W. Fifth Street jerde.com, 310-399-1987
Best Architecture/Design Firm
JERDE is a group of innovative pioneers, architects, landscapers, urban planners and strategists with a collective commitment to design beyond the ordinary. Each JERDE project comes to life via the collective input from its harmonious team. Its holistic approach creates a layered sense of discovery by blending thoughtful strategy and research with experiential design and architectural creativity.
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Johnson Fain
500 S. Figueroa Street gensler.com, 213-327-3600
1201 N. Broadway johnsonfain.com, 323-224-6000
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Chrysalis
522 S. Main Street changelives.org, 213-806-6300
Best Staffing Agency
Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the resources and support needed to find and retain employment. The organization’s philosophy is that a steady job is the single most important step in a person’s transition out of poverty and onto a pathway to long-term self-sufficiency. Offering a hand up, rather than a handout, Chrysalis empowers its clients to complete a self-directed job search.
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Best Credit Union
Adams & Martin Group
AppleOne Employment
915 Wilshire Boulevard adamsmartingroup.com, 213-430-0222
333 S. Grand Avenue 725 S Figueroa Street appleone.com, 213-623-8166 (Grand Avenue), 213-892-0234 (Figueroa Street)
Water and Power Community Credit Union 111 N. Hope Street 1053 Sunset Boulevard wpccu.org, 1-800-300-9728
WPCCU was formed in 1936 by a group of employees of the Department of Water and Power in Los Angeles. The credit union expanded its field of membership in 2018 to reflect its evolving membership. It has the fundamental advantages over a for-profit bank to help its customers with their banking needs.
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Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
300 S. Spring Street calbearcu.org, 1-800-954-2327
201 N. Los Angeles Street lafcu.org, 877-695-2328
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Best Auto Dealer - New Cars
Best Auto Dealer - Used Cars
Mercedes-Benz of Los Angeles
Honda of Downtown Los Angeles
1801 S. Figueroa Street mbzla.com, 213-425-3100
780 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard hondaoflosangeles.com, 213-266-7366
As part of the Lithia family of auto retailers, Mercedes-Benz of Los Angeles has access to a nationwide inventory of new vehicles. Located in the heart of Los Angeles since 1959, it has an expert staff committed to customers and the community. It has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying customers’ needs and will help you find the Mercedes-Benz vehicle you want.
Honda of Downtown Los Angeles truly has every customer’s automotive needs covered. In the market for a used car? The team at Honda of Downtown Los Angeles will be happy to fill guests in on each of the reliable options in its inventory, including the lifetime warranty. When the time comes for you to drive home your next car, its auto finance team is standing by with solutions to fit your individual needs.
READER RECOMMENDED Toyota of Downtown LA 1901 S. Figueroa Street toyotaofdowntownla.com, 213-986-2011
Felix Chevrolet 3330 S. Figueroa Street felixchevrolet.com, 213-290-1925
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Honda of Downtown Los Angeles
1901 S. Figueroa Street toyotaofdowntownla.com, 213-986-2011
780 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard hondaoflosangeles.com, 213-266-7366
Best Residential Property Circa LA (tie)
1200 S. Figueroa Street circala.com, 213-377-6470
Museum Tower Apartments (tie)
225 S. Olive Street themuseumtowerapts.com, 213-805-7728
Circa LA offers designer residences and penthouses with unrivaled views, not to mention lavish amenities, curated retreats, and a 2-acre rooftop park and pool deck. Just minutes from the Staples Center, the lavish, tailored living spaces are adorned with bespoke finishes, astonishing looks, and breathtaking views in every direction. Museum Tower offers sweeping views of Downtown Los Angeles and is ideally located just steps from the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Ahmanson Theatre, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Grand Park and the Broad Museum, as well as exceptional fine dining and entertainment. The spacious floor plans range in size from studios to exclusive three-bedroom penthouses. The property includes a fitness center, an outdoor heated pool, a rooftop lounge, a social room and a 24-hour attended lobby.
READER RECOMMENDED The Emerson LA 225 S. Grand Avenue relatedrentals.com, 213-269-5007
Metropolis Los Angeles 877 Francisco Street metropolislosangeles.com, 213-493-5555
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PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital 1225 Wilshire Boulevard pihhealth.org, 213-977-2121
Founded in 1885, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, the oldest hospital in Los Angeles, became part of PIH Health in December 2019. As a nonprofit, 408-bed acute care hospital, the Downtown Los Angeles campus includes a hospital and a medical office building that provides compassionate health care services to meet the needs of patients, their families, and a growing and diverse community.
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Downtown LA Motors
788 S. Grand Avenue wholefoodsmarket.com, 213-873-47451
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St. Vincent Jewelry Center Best Jewelry Mart
650 S. Hill Street dtlaglam.com, 213-629-2124
Located in the heart of the jewelry district in Downtown Los Angeles, on the corners of Hill, Seventh and Broadway streets, encompassing over 700,000 square feet and over 500 retail, wholesale jewelers, St. Vincent Jewelry Center has been serving customers’ jewelry needs for over 25 years at savings of up to 80%. Find everything from engagement rings to statement necklaces and even a diamond-encrusted watch.
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California Jewelry Mart
629 S. Hill Street laconservancy.org, 213-623-2489
607 S. Hill Street california-jewelry-mart.edan.io, 213-627-2831
Downtown Women’s Center Best Nonprofit
442 San Pedro Street downtownwomenscenter.org, 213-680-0600
Today, DWC manages 119 units of permanent housing across greater Los Angeles and has grown to serve more than 5,400 women annually. It provides a wide array of resources to decrease barriers and end homelessness for good for all women, including female veterans and their families, women with severe physical and mental health concerns, and survivors of domestic violence. The organization envisions a Los Angeles with every woman housed and on a path to personal stability.
READER RECOMMENDED PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital 1225 Wilshire Boulevard pihhealth.org, 213-977-2121
Para Los Ninos 845 E. Sixth Street paralosninos.org
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Best Clothing Store Art Lewin Bespoke Suits (tie)
714 W. Olympic Boulevard artlewinbespoke.com, 213-785-2400
Uniqlo the BLOC (tie) 700 Flower Street uniqlo.com
Best Place to Shop
FIGat7th
735 S. Figueroa Street figat7th.com, 213-955-7170
H&M 735 S. Figueroa Street hm.com, 855-466-7467
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visitlittletokyo.com
777 S. Alameda Street rowdtla.com, 213-988-8890
Uniqlo is a Japanese casual designer, manufacturer and retailer. Its brand LifeWear is simple, high-quality clothing designed to make everyone’s life better with a practical sense of beauty. Items for men, women and children are focused on comfortability while keeping life’s needs in mind and always evolving.
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FIGat7th is an open-air shopping mall located in the Financial District of Downtown Los Angeles. Some of its current retailers include Target, Starbucks, Morton’s Steakhouse, Victoria’s Secret and California Pizza Kitchen. A foodie paradise, FIGat7th has a unique culinary collection on top of hosting concerts, movie screenings, a biweekly kids club and more.
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Open since 1989, Art Lewin Bespoke Suits has catered to those from the world’s most prominent corporate stars to Hollywood movie stars and other industry titans. It plans, coordinates and maintains a customer’s wardrobe so they are perfectly attired for any occasion. It designs, makes and tailors in its main Downtown Los Angeles location to keep the consistency of the brand.
Ron Tomson 840 S. Los Angeles Street rontomson.com, 1-844-486-6766
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California State University, Los Angeles
Best College
5151 State University Drive calstatela.edu, 323-343-3000
Ranked No. 1 in the United States for upward mobility of students, Cal State LA is the best choice for anyone looking to start their college journey. The university is a federally designated Hispanic-serving, minority-serving, and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving Institution, which means it is the premier option when it comes to inclusiveness and diversity. Its overall mission is to create a better trajectory for its students, regardless of where they come from.
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Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
3400 S. Figueroa Street usc.edu, 213-740-1111
919 S. Grand Avenue fidm.edu, 1-800-624-1200
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What Los Angeles Unified families need to know about the first day of school
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Best School
Sacred Heart Elementary School (tie)
Para Los Niños (tie) 845 E. Sixth Street paralosninos.org
2109 Sichel Street shhsla.org, 323-221-3179
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he first day of school is on August 16, 2021, and for many families of the Los Angeles Unified School District, the recent uptick in the number of positive COVID cases in the Los Angeles region may raise concerns. For this reason, Los Angeles Unified is taking every necessary precaution to ensure that families are informed, prepared and ready for a long-awaited return to in-person, full-day instruction at their local school campus. At Los Angeles Unified, student and staff health, well-being and safety are a top priority. We know that the pandemic is not over, and that it continues to affect many of our communities, so continued mitigation efforts will be critical to ensure safety.
Sacred Heart Elementary School has been educating boys and girls since Mother M. Pia Backes, O.P. and the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose opened Sacred Heart School on Sept. 1, 1890, with an enrollment of 62 children ages 4 to 19. After 131 years, the educational program permeated by Catholic teachings and values continues to foster a love for learning in its students to become independent, critical and creative thinkers.
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This is why, over the last few weeks, Los Angeles Unified has rolled out a series of tools aligned with county and state COVID safety guidelines to assist families every step of the way.
Colburn School
Cathedral High School
200 S. Grand Avenue colburnschool.edu, 213-621-2200
1253 Bishops Road cathedralhighscool.org, 323-225-2438
Los Angeles Unified’s Office of COVID Response will test students and staff, vaccinated and unvaccinated, on a weekly basis, and require that everyone entering a school campus wear a mask at all times, except when eating or drinking.
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Los Angeles Unified also joins its county and state health partners in efforts to encourage everyone to get their COVID vaccines. Evidence shows that vaccines are safe and effective, and are our best protection against the virus. To help keep families informed and prepared for the new school year, Los Angeles Unified created several free resources. These include:
Using an inquiry-based approach with social-emotional integration, Para Los Niños nurtures a child’s healthy academic, physical and social-emotional development to succeed in school, work and life. Students receive high-quality education — project-based learning that fosters creative problem-solving and innovation while emphasizing literacy and language arts.
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• a Los Angeles Unified Back to School website that includes a health and safety plan to help families follow COVID safety protocols through testing and use of a Daily Pass; • a Los Angeles Unified Families Hotline (213-443-1300) offering support for questions related to the COVID pandemic, including Back to School, COVID testing and vaccinations, the Daily Pass, technology, and more; • a Los Angeles Unified Student & Family Wellness Hotline (213-241-3840) offering mental health, immunizations, health insurance, food & housing, enrollment, and more; • more than 20 school-based vaccination centers in collaboration with community healthcare partners; • a Welcome Back to School Family Guide offering critical information for a safe return to campus; • and a series of videos by the Los Angeles Unified COVID mitigation team including Los Angeles Unified Medical Director Dr. Smita Malhotra, MD (English), Senior Physician of Student Medical Services Dr. Rosina Franco, MD (Spanish), and Director of Nursing Services Sosse Bedrossian, RN, FNP, (Armenian). For more information, visit the Los Angeles Unified website at: https://achieve.lausd.net/backtoschool ADVERTORIAL
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···Honorable Mentions··· DINING BEST AMERICAN CUISINE Le Grand The Counter
BEST TACO Tacos 1986 Guerilla Tacos
BEST BURRITO
Tacos Tumbras A Tomas Qdoba Mexican Grill
BEST CHICKEN WINGS Kokio Chicken Comfort LA
BEST ASIAN FUSION
Marugame Monzo Bao Hiroo
BEST DIM SUM Tian’s Dim Sum CBS Seafood
BEST FRENCH FOOD Taix L’appart
BEST ITALIAN FOOD Rossoblu Il Bambino
BEST JAPANESE FOOD Marugame Monzo Azay
BEST SUSHI KazuNori Hama Sushi
BEST LATIN AMERICAN FOOD Sarita’s Pupuseria Dama
BEST SEAFOOD Catch 21
BEST BURGER
D-Town Burger Bar BurgerShop
BEST RAMEN SPOT DTLA Ramen Jinya Ramen Bar
BEST SANDWICH/ WRAP Mike’s Deli Farmer Boys
BEST BREAKFAST IHOP Pitchoun
BEST BRUNCH Le Petit Paris La Casita
BEST LUNCH
E Stretto Rappahannock Oyster Bar
BEST DESSERT Fugetsu-Do Pitchoun
BEST BUSINESS LUNCH Le Petit Paris District
BEST FARM TO TABLE
Belcampo Meat Co. Dekkadance
BEST STEAKHOUSE
The Palm Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse
BEST BBQ
Bo Daddy’s BBQ Moo’s Craft Barbecue
BEST PLACE TO TAKE A FOODIE Water Grill Takami
BEST ROMANTIC RESTAURANT 71Above Dekkadance
BEST RESTAURANT Le Petit Paris
BEST TAKEOUT Holy Basil Engine Co. No. 28
BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK LA Cafe Farmer Boys
BEST DOWNTOWN CLASSIC Cole’s Tommy’s
BEST OUTDOOR DINING The Bloc H&H Steakhouse
BEST VIEW Spire 73 Takami
BEST PIZZA Pizza Sociale Patxi’s Pizza
BEST RESTAURANT DÉCOR The Rooftop at the Wayfarer Manuela
BEST LATENIGHT EATS DTLA Bodega Perch
BEST NEW RESTAURANT
BEST COFFEE
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BEST HOTEL BAR
Kokio Chicken
The Melt California Pizza Kitchen
BEST L.A. LIVE RESTAURANT Patxi’s Pizza Tom’s Watch Bar
BEST BLOC EATERY
Tilt Coffee Bar Nice Coffee
18 Social at the Hotel Indigo District at the Sheraton
BEST LOUNGE BAR EightyTwo Bernadette’s
BEST MARTINI Perch The Streamliner
BEST SPORTS BAR
Café Balzac Every Table
Nirvana Sports Bar & Grill
BEST ROW DTLA EATERY
BEST BLOODY MARY
Hayato Pikunico
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BEST HOTEL RESTAURANT
Modern Times DTLA Karl Strauss Brewing
BEST BREWERY
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FUN & BEST HAIR SALON ACTIVITIES Nova Arts Salon Hairhaus
BEST STAYCATION The Wayfarer Hotel Freehand Hotel
BEST NAIL SALON Neihule Salon The Nail Parlor
BEST PLACE TO POP BEST BARBER THE QUESTION SHOP Water Grill Takami
BEST WEDDING SPOT
The Alexandria Ballrooms ROW DTLA Rooftop
BEST MUSEUM MOCA Hauser Wirth
BEST DTLA ANNUAL EVENT DTLA Proud LA Marathon
HEALTHY LIVING BEST DAY SPA Massage Envy Frais Spa
Angelo’s Barber Shop St Vincent Barber Shop
BEST FITNESS STUDIO
9Round The Bridge Mind Body Movement
MEDICAL BEST DENTIST Calm Dental Environdental
BEST CHIROPRACTOR Urban Med Edward Pan, D.C. Chiropractic Care
BEST HOSPITAL Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center Reliant Urgent Care
BEST DERMATOLOGIST
Metropolis Dermatology
BEST MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY
Downtown Mental Health Here Counseling
BEST VETERINARIAN
Dr. Karen Kelly, D.V.M.
BEST CANNABIS/ CBD DISPENSARY Urthleaf
BUSINESS SERVICES BEST PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Foothill Transit Metro Busses
BEST BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Southpark BID Fashion District BID
BEST BEST CREDIT COMMERCIAL REAL UNION First City Credit Union ESTATE AGENT Daum Commercial David G Muir Avison Young Ted Simpson
BEST RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AGENT Premier Real Estate Ray Lee Arrington & Greg Arrington Williams
BEST INSURANCE AGENT Farmers Insurance Melissa Kay MFE Insurance Alec Roberts
BEST MOVING STORAGE COMPANY The Warehaas Fort Storage
BEST ARCHITECTURE/ DESIGN FIRM
Togawa Smith Partners Altoon & Porter
BEST NONPROFIT Midnight Mission Union Rescue Mission
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BEST JEWELRY MART
BEST AUTO DEALER - NEW CARS
BEST PLACE TO SHOP
Matura Farrington Staffing 24 Seven Talent
Volkswagen of Downtown Nissan of Downtown L.A.
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BEST RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Metro 417
BEST PLACE TO WORK Zara Evite
West Coast Diamonds and Jewelry Broadway Gold Center
Santee Alley The Bloc
BEST CLOTHING STORE Cos
EDUCATION BEST COLLEGE UCLA Extension Sci-Arc Institute of Architecture
BEST SCHOOL Pilgrim School
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