Bachi Yaki

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

SOUL FOOD - I came to Joyce on a whim when I visiting LA and it was truly a cute find in DTLA!!…read moreIt's right by a Whole Foods so there is free parking nearby !! I sat by the bar and had some shrimp and collard greens and a drink ! Everything tasted good just smaller portions !! They service was good . There were other patrons ! It was a cute vibe and look forward to coming back soon .

This was my first time having a finer dining southern meal, and sadIy, I found the service to be…read morerather disappointing. When we arrived around 6 PM on a Monday evening, we were the only party seated at tables, with the other handful of guests at the bar. Despite the uncrowded conditions, our server was not the most attentive or detail oriented. We had ordered 3 entrees and 3 appetizers and were hopeful that the food would make it out on time before walking over to Crypto Arena. However, as our meal was winding down, we called the server over to cancel one of the entrees, only to find that he hadn't noted that we ordered it. Overall, the food was ok, but the poor service makes me a bit less inclined to visit again.

Crab Claw

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Fixins Soul Kitchen

4.4(2.9k reviews)

0.1 mi•Downtown

Food was sooo good enjoyed every bit . Service was ok.will definitely come back anytime I'm in townread more

Great ambiance (love the music)/wait wasn't too long. Food was delicious - fried chicken, collard…read moregreens and biscuit. The mac n cheese was okay. But, please find a new recipe for the peach cobbler. It is greasy, watery, and just yucky. I was so disappointed. There's a lot of recipes out there to elevate your peach cobbler. Throw away the recipe you're using - it takes credit a way for what works well with your food and place.

Fun interior and on Friday they had a great DJ

Shrimp and grits

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Side salad

Basement LA

5.0(1 review)

0.2 mi•Downtown

Great staff, vibes, food/drinks and music. Everything you could ask for. Definitely recommend this…read moreplace to anyone that just wants to have a good time.

From the owner: Downtown LA's newest underground speakeasy! Craft cocktails, fusion faire and live events.read more

Cupid's Elixir

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Panty Dropper

Uncle John’s Cafe

4.1(1k reviews)

When we walked in, we were greeted by the female at the register. I think her name is Marley. She…read morewas very nice. She explained the menu and that if we were first time customers, she went more in depth with the menu and customer favorites. She was very helpful and courteous. The ambience is not too extravagant, but not boring either. There is bottom area seating separated with six steps and top seating area as well. All tables faced the storefront, which all windows look out to the downtown LA Street. The food I ordered was the spicy pork chop plate, which comes with, two eggs, and your choice of rice. I chose fried rice. The pork chops themselves are not spicy. It's the jalapeños they put on top. I wasn't expecting them to be as hot as I'm used to. But they were scorching hot and that first bite with the jalapeño was extremely hot. LOL. Overall, the pork chops are crispy on the outside and still juicy on the inside, which is amazing and their pork chops are seasoned just right. Very flavorful. I ordered my eggs over easy, and they came out perfect. It does come with toast, but I chose not to get toast today. I paid $ 21.33 well worth the money!!! My friend ordered the sweet-and-sour shrimp plate which comes with the same items as my pork chop plate. Just the entrée is different. I was able to sample his sweet-and-sour shrimp and it was very delicious. The batter had a great flavor and it was just enough batter to cover the shrimp. It was awesome. I will definitely return for either breakfast lunch or dinner. Any time I'm in the LA area. This is just my opinion you will have to go there and try it for yourself. Well worth it!!!!!!

Uncle John's Cafe is one of those hidden gems in DTLA that keeps you coming back. The place has a…read moreclassic diner feel, but the food has a unique Asian-American twist that really sets it apart. I ordered the spicy pork chops with eggs and fried rice and it was incredible. The pork chops were crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, and the fried rice was packed with flavor. Portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable for downtown. Service was also great. The staff were friendly, attentive, and the food came out quickly even when the place was busy. It's the kind of spot where you can tell they've been doing things right for years. If you're in the area and want a solid breakfast or brunch with big portions and bold flavors, Uncle John's Cafe is definitely worth checking out.

Front of restaurant

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Broken Mouth

4.8(2.4k reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

Beef meat jun was fire and service was good! It's located in the food court concept building.read more

This spot is so awesome…read more Timothy Lee the chef/ owner is one the kindest and coolest dudes around with a tremendous love and passion for food and culture I ordered the meat plate with Mac salad and for $30 you get a HUGE portion. I was able to split this into 3 meals and probably could've gone to 4 even. The rice is excellent, the Mac salad is insanely good and one of the best and most unique versions I've had, and that beef - WOW. Tender, juicy, flavorful, coated in fluffy egg batter. This is the best version of home cooking and comfort food there is

Interior

Beef Plate

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Beef Meat Jun

Offy’s

5.0(2 reviews)

She is a passionate cook, I enjoyed every bite of her authentic home made recipes. I am not the…read moreonly one, I have seen other's expressions when trying her food and it makes them happy. We look forward to Friday empanadas! Thanks chef Offy!

These empanadas were so tasty and made from the heart! They were flakey on the outside and had a…read moredelicious filling on the inside. Super yummy!

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Prank

4.1(1.1k reviews)

0.2 mi•Downtown

We recently hosted our first cocktail party in LA, and Dave from Prank was an absolute angel. He…read moresupported us from start to finish, offering thoughtful suggestions on how to make the event even more unique and special. I had many questions, and both he and his team addressed every single one with patience, care, and attention to detail. It's clear that Dave was born to host events! That level of guidance makes all the difference when you're nervours... that patience and guidance it's exactly what you want in a venue partner. Prank was an excellent choice for our event. The location is fantastic, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the drinks and food were outstanding. Thank you so much. We will absolutely recommend Prank and keep it on our radar for future events in LA.

This is one of the coolest spot in DTLA in my opinion. Here's why... there is an easy feel to the…read moreatmosphere as soon as you walk up to the entrance. The open patio, the bar area and how it wraps around the corner where there is a smaller intimate section. The music was awesome, the bartender has a great pour and the people seemed to be really having a great time. As I look around I see there is an open upstairs area that looks down onto the first level. So cool right? I had a conversation with two regulars and they swear by the menu. Plans are made to come back and I must try the food when I do. Cheers!!

Nachos

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Prince Edward Island Mussels

JOEY DTLA

4.4(4.3k reviews)

Chase was our waiter on 4/10, and he recommended us multiple good menu items! i was a first timer…read moreat joey's and he recommended my entrée as well as one of our appetizers, and they were both delicious! definitely a great server, and i hope to see him again!!

I been joey's, i love Marcus, Christine & Tati! They always make me feel welcomed and the drinks…read moreare good!

The kitchen

Sushi and Steak & Tuna Avocado Crunch Roll

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Steak & Tuna Avocado Crunch Roll

Poppy + Rose

4.0(3.6k reviews)

0.8 mi•Downtown

Locally owned & operated

Vegetarian friendly

Came in during Saturday 12:30pm for their peak hour. We had a reservation at 12pm thru their Open…read moreTable link, but unfortunately ran late from typical LA traffic. We couldn't be seated right away given that we were late, and the wait ended being an extra 15 minutes longer for our party of 7. They really made it work for us, so we were very appreciative. Parking: Our group split up between $8 and $10 nearby lots for the whole day. All within a 5 minute walk away. Location: Right across the street from the Original LA Flower Market warehouse. Fun activity to do after eating. Also had a bunch of other flower and plant shops nearby. Restrooms: Shared with the Flower Market. Clean, and no need for a code. Just push the door. Food: Last but not least - scrumptious food! Plating is beautiful, and food was very satisfying. I got the chicken + waffles, and it was delicious with the honey and butter glaze. If you're looking for more leafy greens, I also highly recommend the Fried Chicken Egg Benedict.

Came back to Poppy + Rose after years of thinking about it, and it did not disappoint…read more Ordered the pulled pork hash again and it was everything -- a crunchy brick hashbrown, flavorful and tender pulled pork, with a sunny side egg that just ties the whole thing together when broken into. The flavors and textures all worked so well with each other, it's the kind of dish that sticks with you. It was literally the dish that converted me into liking breakfast/brunch. Service was friendly and the space is cute and cozy -- exactly the vibe you want for weekend brunch. I do miss their rooftop seating though. Some street parking and nearby parking lots you have to pay for. It does get busy, so make a reservation in advanced! Enjoyed this meal, and will not be waiting years to return this time.

1.4 mi•Little Tokyo, Downtown

P+R Avocado Toast

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Market Salad, add fried chicken

JinCook

4.6(207 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

I've visited a JinCook at the Glendale branch, but it's nice to see that they opened one up in…read moreLittle Tokyo. My favorite part about this place is that their restroom is SO CLEAN (for little tokyo!!). Never felt so comfortable in a restroom in LA until here lol. We visited during a Sunday lunch and it was not busy at all. Plenty of tables were open. We ordered quite a few things to share, we got to try the sweet potato cheese curry katsu, garlic suyuk, and the seafood pancake. Everything was so delicious! The garlic suyuk came out first and we all really enjoyed this one. The pork was so soft! The sweet potato cheese curry katsu was also really nice, everything was such a nice balance between the sweet potato, cheese, and curry was all a nice touch. The katsu was also very nice and crunchy! The seafood pancake was also pretty good too, very hefty. I would say it's a bit undercooked(?) so you can taste the batter a bit and everything inside of it, but I thought it was still pretty good since the top layer has a very nice crisp. Generally, portions are pretty huge so it's great we got to share everything. Overall, wonderful lunch here and 10/10 restrooms. Interior decor also very cute.

Phenomenal taste and ambiance! Very authentic and cozy…read more Service is very prompt and professional. The only miss was that my brisket plate came with such little meat. I wish that for the price it would at least have a decent amount of protein for the prices here. Overall not a bad experience