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Everything was amazing about this place. It was a slow night so the staff had samples of signature cocktails which were great. Our waitress recommended the aquachiles which were the best I've ever had. We shared the fig salad as well which was light and refreshing, not too acid/vinegarry which was nice. Chicken mole enchiladas were amazing. The saltado looked fantastic and even the rice with it was really nice. Very cool and trendy with an excellent patio area. Definitely put this place at the top of the list for downtown hot spots!
The restaurant is spacious and has a big bar to enjoy drinks at. It was rather quiet when we went in which is odd considering it was a Saturday night. Our waitress was friendly and helped us navigate the menu and make our selections. We went with the ceviche, aguachiles and Peruvian pesto. We started with a bang when we got the aguachiles first. Absolutely divine! Good portion and the avocado sauce was the perfect balance of spice and citrus. I absolutely loved it. The ceviche was decent. I personally prefer the fish to be cut up smaller as the big chunks didn't feel like they were 100% cooked through with the lime. As for the pesto unfortunately this was a fumble. The chicken cutlet was thin and crispy however the breading slide right off anytime I cut a piece off. As for the actual pasta and pesto I felt the sauce severely lack flavor. The creaminess was nice but for being a pesto the herbiness was definitely missing. Overall it was a decent meal.
I've been planning to visit Culturas since it opened, however, I was underwhelmed by my experience. I arrived on a Sunday, just after 5p, and there were about 4 people in the restaurant. I was greeted right away by the hostess/server who was very friendly and welcoming. She showed me to the table and made suggestions for food and drinks. I ordered 3 items: Whiskey Sour Cocktail, Brussels Sprouts appetizer, and the Lomo Saltado entrée. The seating was comfortable and with the doors open, the resturant had a nice breeze. I enjoyed the cocktail, but it took way too long and arrived after I received my entrée (the server apologized). The brussels sprouts appetizer also took way too long and arrived after my entrée and cocktail (a couple that was seated several minutes after I ordered, received their brussels sprouts first). I liked the savory brussels sprouts and would recommend ordering for happy hour. The Lomo Saltado was recommended by the server. The dish is simple; the meat was seasoned well but overcooked and tough. Although mentioned on the menu, I was disappointed to see the 3% Kitchen Fee listed on the bill. I thought restaurants had stopped charging frivolous fees. My experience didn't live up to my expectations or the total amount spent. With all the interesting dining options in DTLA, I'm not in a rush to return to Culturas.
The food and drinks were superb! I had the Oaxaca enchiladas and Peruvian pesto (not picture). My favorite dish would be the enchiladas. It is very rare to make a good molè and they succeeded. I highly recommend this place if you're in the area.
Great new place in a great location; on Hope St. right across from Prank bar. We went for a Social District community breakfast event & Their breakfast dishes are awesome. Ambiance is great! They have indoor & outdoor seating. The service was also good
5-star Latin cuisine spot in DTLA -- Culturas! The flavors were bold, the vibe was on point, and every bite was an explosion of taste like nothing I've had before! If you're in LA, this is a MUST-try! Highly recommend! Let's support greatness! #CulturasDTLA #LatinFlavors #FoodieAlert Authentic. Bold. Unforgettable.
If you're looking for something a bit different come here. I was intrigued by the Peruvian menu. Some of my favorites: ceviche Seabass, tiradito de salmon and ribeye. I don't recommend the lomo saltado, the meat was very tough and ended up sending back. Guacamole was salty and Peruvian pesto was more Italian than Peruvian in my opinion. They only have paper napkins not fabric ones. Overall I liked the presentation and flavors.
Was actually walking to Starbucks and decided to stop in. The staff is unbelievably kind and accommodating. My waiter Bryan was the best! Food comes out quick and hot; full of flavor and the drink was probably one of the best Ive had in my 4 years living in LA. Everything is clean and they're super dog friendly (brought my dog water without even asking). The only feedback I have is the price. I was slightly disappointed the meal was $60. I didn't feel it was worth the price. The chicken was paper thin so majority was just fried batter. Overall it was okay and I'd go back.
I've been waiting for this corner spot to have a solid restaurant and this spot is phenomenal for food. I had their truffle fries, esquire, carne asada plate and fried calamari. The fries were excellent, extra crispy, just wish it was more of it. The esquite was the best I've had along with the fried calamari, they were both phenomenal. Their romaine salad was also really delicious and one of my favorite dishes. I recently had their steak cauliflower appetizer, it was phenomenal and probably the greatest cauliflower dish I've ever had. The garlic sauce was on point. I also had their salmon Chipotle and I thought it was good, the Chipotle flavor was good but I wish it had more sweetness. Overall it was a descent option. The carne asada was also very delicious, cooked and seasoned perfectly. Overall it was an awesome dining experience with great customer service, Thanks to Joshua. I'd definitely come back again to try their other menu items in the future. Location is solid and I expect this spot to get busier as it gets out there as a solid Latin food a lot. Hopefully some events for the local neighborhood would be nice.
5 Stars! A Hidden Gem for Latin Cuisine Lovers! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the trendy, hip vibe of this place it's stylish without feeling pretentious. We started with the guacamole, which was fresh, creamy, and bursting with flavor. For the main course, I had the Carne Asada plate perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked to perfection. My husband ordered the chicken enchiladas, and he couldn't stop raving about how delicious they were. The restaurant features a full service bar, and the bartender is truly on point. We had an Old-Fashioned, and it was one of the best we've had balanced, smooth, and they provided the right types of cherry in the old-fashioned for all the old-fashioned drinkers and crafted with real skill. What really stood out was the attention to detail. The food is clearly made by a chef who knows exactly what he's doing everything was phenomenal. The restaurant and restrooms were spotless, which is always a great sign of a well run establishment. To top it off, the owner a very kind and personable young man came over to check on our experience, which made us feel genuinely welcomed. This place is a MUST visit. We'll definitely be back, and we're already telling our friends to check it out! Thanks team culturas you are awesome
If you are ever in downtown, you have to stop by and check out culturas. They have the best craft cocktails & if you don't see what you like Juan can make you anything your mind could imagine. The food is amazing a Peruvian fusion that will blow you away with flavors. This place is perfect for date night, business meetings, or just catching up with friends the vibe is nice & they also have live entertainment. All the servers are so welcoming, kind & knowledgeable. Thank you for giving me and my friends a night to remember. 1111
Updating my review- last time I gave 4 stars, but after going back while they were serving their full menu on a Friday night, I definitely feel as though we had a 5 star experience. Same as last time, the food is ASTOUNDING. Truly some of the most creative pairings, beautifully plated and absolutely delicious. The service this time around was much better too- Alejandro was our server and he was great. The restaurant was pretty quiet for a Friday night at 7pm. When we arrived, there was only one other table seated but it started to fill up later on for a live music performance. We ordered 2 cocktails, 2 appetizers, and 2 entrees and the bill was $130. MUCH more affordable than their holiday set menu. Absolutely will be going back here and recommending friends to check it out as well.
I'm so glad to go to a restaurant in downtown LA where the owner and staff are so welcoming and attentive. I've been here three times and the food has been outstanding every time. I'd have to say the carne asada was my favorite- it was cooked and seasoned perfectly. I'm looking forward to going back to order this again. My second favorite dish has been the mole enchiladas and the appetizer that stood out to me was the wonton salmon tacos. If they start doing a happy hour, I hope this is on the menu!!
~ ALL LOOKS, NO SERVICE, BIG REGRET ~ Reviews looked good on yelp so my group opted to have an early dinner here, but wow... this was one of the most disappointing and uncomfortable dining experiences I've had in a long time. We came in around 5:30pm on a Saturday and the restaurant was literally empty. That should've been our first clue. We were seated and then completely ignored for about 25 minutes... no water, no menus, no check-in. We finally had to flag someone down just to acknowledge we existed. Things went downhill fast. When my pregnant friend asked if they had iced tea or coke, the server actually told her she shouldn't be having caffeine and suggested something else instead. That comment was wildly inappropriate, not her place, and absolutely unacceptable. Full stop! Ordering food took forever, and when it finally arrived, it was painfully underwhelming. Dishes were missing items listed on the menu, portions were small, and the prices were laughable for what you get... think expensive guacamole that barely feeds one person, croquettes that tasted frozen, and fries that felt like an afterthought. Add in an extra kitchen fee on the bill and it just felt insulting. Service overall was scattered and disengaged, the space didn't feel very clean, and for a party of 8 being the only guests there, it somehow felt like we were an inconvenience. No warmth, no hospitality, no accountability. This place tries hard to look like an upscale Latin fusion spot, but it's all surface-level. Between the disrespectful comment, slow service, overpriced and mediocre food, and awkward vibes, this was an easy never again. Please save your time, money, and energy. read more
1 year ago
Fresh and delicious food. Plz check aditional kitchen fee (3%) is included in the bill. Service was so distracted. Inside is not really clean. When people are going to the restaurant. Honestly, It is not a really good experience for me. I would not go back here again. read more
What a great new add to the area. Went with our team for dinner before Kings game. Location is great and food was very tasty. I had the Oaxacan enchiladas which obviously had mole but also a twist by adding tinga chicken inside for added smoke flavor and spice. Drinks were handcrafted and great as well. read more
Everything was amazing about this place. It was a slow night so the staff had samples of signature cocktails which were great. Our waitress recommended the aquachiles which were the best I've ever had. We shared the fig salad as well which was light and refreshing, not too acid/vinegarry which was nice. Chicken mole enchiladas were amazing. The saltado looked fantastic and even the rice with it was really nice. Very cool and trendy with an excellent patio area. Definitely put this place at the top of the list for downtown hot spots! read more
The restaurant is spacious and has a big bar to enjoy drinks at. It was rather quiet when we went in which is odd considering it was a Saturday night. Our waitress was friendly and helped us navigate the menu and make our selections. We went with the ceviche, aguachiles and Peruvian pesto. We started with a bang when we got the aguachiles first. Absolutely divine! Good portion and the avocado sauce was the perfect balance of spice and citrus. I absolutely loved it. The ceviche was decent. I personally prefer the fish to be cut up smaller as the big chunks didn't feel like they were 100% cooked through with the lime. As for the pesto unfortunately this was a fumble. The chicken cutlet was thin and crispy however the breading slide right off anytime I cut a piece off. As for the actual pasta and pesto I felt the sauce severely lack flavor. The creaminess was nice but for being a pesto the herbiness was definitely missing. Overall it was a decent meal. read more
1 year ago
I've been planning to visit Culturas since it opened, however, I was underwhelmed by my experience. I arrived on a Sunday, just after 5p, and there were about 4 people in the restaurant. I was greeted right away by the hostess/server who was very friendly and welcoming. She showed me to the table and made suggestions for food and drinks. I ordered 3 items: Whiskey Sour Cocktail, Brussels Sprouts appetizer, and the Lomo Saltado entrée. The seating was comfortable and with the doors open, the resturant had a nice breeze. I enjoyed the cocktail, but it took way too long and arrived after I received my entrée (the server apologized). The brussels sprouts appetizer also took way too long and arrived after my entrée and cocktail (a couple that was seated several minutes after I ordered, received their brussels sprouts first). I liked the savory brussels sprouts and would recommend ordering for happy hour. The Lomo Saltado was recommended by the server. The dish is simple; the meat was seasoned well but overcooked and tough. Although mentioned on the menu, I was disappointed to see the 3% Kitchen Fee listed on the bill. I thought restaurants had stopped charging frivolous fees. My experience didn't live up to my expectations or the total amount spent. With all the interesting dining options in DTLA, I'm not in a rush to return to Culturas. read more
11 months ago
The food and drinks were superb! I had the Oaxaca enchiladas and Peruvian pesto (not picture). My favorite dish would be the enchiladas. It is very rare to make a good molè and they succeeded. I highly recommend this place if you're in the area. read more
2 years ago
Great new place in a great location; on Hope St. right across from Prank bar. We went for a Social District community breakfast event & Their breakfast dishes are awesome. Ambiance is great! They have indoor & outdoor seating. The service was also good read more
2 years ago
5-star Latin cuisine spot in DTLA -- Culturas! The flavors were bold, the vibe was on point, and every bite was an explosion of taste like nothing I've had before! If you're in LA, this is a MUST-try! Highly recommend! Let's support greatness! #CulturasDTLA #LatinFlavors #FoodieAlert Authentic. Bold. Unforgettable. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
If you're looking for something a bit different come here. I was intrigued by the Peruvian menu. Some of my favorites: ceviche Seabass, tiradito de salmon and ribeye. I don't recommend the lomo saltado, the meat was very tough and ended up sending back. Guacamole was salty and Peruvian pesto was more Italian than Peruvian in my opinion. They only have paper napkins not fabric ones. Overall I liked the presentation and flavors. read more
Was actually walking to Starbucks and decided to stop in. The staff is unbelievably kind and accommodating. My waiter Bryan was the best! Food comes out quick and hot; full of flavor and the drink was probably one of the best Ive had in my 4 years living in LA. Everything is clean and they're super dog friendly (brought my dog water without even asking). The only feedback I have is the price. I was slightly disappointed the meal was $60. I didn't feel it was worth the price. The chicken was paper thin so majority was just fried batter. Overall it was okay and I'd go back. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
I've been waiting for this corner spot to have a solid restaurant and this spot is phenomenal for food. I had their truffle fries, esquire, carne asada plate and fried calamari. The fries were excellent, extra crispy, just wish it was more of it. The esquite was the best I've had along with the fried calamari, they were both phenomenal. Their romaine salad was also really delicious and one of my favorite dishes. I recently had their steak cauliflower appetizer, it was phenomenal and probably the greatest cauliflower dish I've ever had. The garlic sauce was on point. I also had their salmon Chipotle and I thought it was good, the Chipotle flavor was good but I wish it had more sweetness. Overall it was a descent option. The carne asada was also very delicious, cooked and seasoned perfectly. Overall it was an awesome dining experience with great customer service, Thanks to Joshua. I'd definitely come back again to try their other menu items in the future. Location is solid and I expect this spot to get busier as it gets out there as a solid Latin food a lot. Hopefully some events for the local neighborhood would be nice. read more
1 year ago
5 Stars! A Hidden Gem for Latin Cuisine Lovers! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the trendy, hip vibe of this place it's stylish without feeling pretentious. We started with the guacamole, which was fresh, creamy, and bursting with flavor. For the main course, I had the Carne Asada plate perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked to perfection. My husband ordered the chicken enchiladas, and he couldn't stop raving about how delicious they were. The restaurant features a full service bar, and the bartender is truly on point. We had an Old-Fashioned, and it was one of the best we've had balanced, smooth, and they provided the right types of cherry in the old-fashioned for all the old-fashioned drinkers and crafted with real skill. What really stood out was the attention to detail. The food is clearly made by a chef who knows exactly what he's doing everything was phenomenal. The restaurant and restrooms were spotless, which is always a great sign of a well run establishment. To top it off, the owner a very kind and personable young man came over to check on our experience, which made us feel genuinely welcomed. This place is a MUST visit. We'll definitely be back, and we're already telling our friends to check it out! Thanks team culturas you are awesome read more
2 years ago
If you are ever in downtown, you have to stop by and check out culturas. They have the best craft cocktails & if you don't see what you like Juan can make you anything your mind could imagine. The food is amazing a Peruvian fusion that will blow you away with flavors. This place is perfect for date night, business meetings, or just catching up with friends the vibe is nice & they also have live entertainment. All the servers are so welcoming, kind & knowledgeable. Thank you for giving me and my friends a night to remember. 1111 read more
Updating my review- last time I gave 4 stars, but after going back while they were serving their full menu on a Friday night, I definitely feel as though we had a 5 star experience. Same as last time, the food is ASTOUNDING. Truly some of the most creative pairings, beautifully plated and absolutely delicious. The service this time around was much better too- Alejandro was our server and he was great. The restaurant was pretty quiet for a Friday night at 7pm. When we arrived, there was only one other table seated but it started to fill up later on for a live music performance. We ordered 2 cocktails, 2 appetizers, and 2 entrees and the bill was $130. MUCH more affordable than their holiday set menu. Absolutely will be going back here and recommending friends to check it out as well. read more
2 years ago
I'm so glad to go to a restaurant in downtown LA where the owner and staff are so welcoming and attentive. I've been here three times and the food has been outstanding every time. I'd have to say the carne asada was my favorite- it was cooked and seasoned perfectly. I'm looking forward to going back to order this again. My second favorite dish has been the mole enchiladas and the appetizer that stood out to me was the wonton salmon tacos. If they start doing a happy hour, I hope this is on the menu!! read more
2 years ago
So happy that we gave this place a shot! Food was super great, we got the lomo saltado and the chicken pesto! Drinks were delicious as well-- I had the bartender make me a surprise drink and it did not disappoint. We ended the night with a guava cheesecake that was so yum! Service was welcoming, attentive, and hospitable. My water never emptied and we had wonderful conversations with the people there. The ambience was also nice! The music was lively and the interior was cosy. They're still crafting the vibe of this place since they just opened not too long ago but I am excited to see where it goes. Highly recommend giving this place a try the next time you're in the neighborhood! read more
1 year ago
This restaurant is my go to place in downtown LA. The food is exceptional and the service is wonderful. The wonton tacos are my favorite appetizer and the enchiladas with smoked mole is my go to main dish. My partner love the fried calamari and the culturas burger. As a downtown LA resident, this is a must for anybody looking for a great meal close to Crypto/LALive. And the bar menu is out of this world . I love to sit outside and experience the LA downtown lifestyle. Lots of great people watching and have even met a few great people and their dogs. You won't be disappointed. read more
2 years ago
Food was amazing and service was even better! Definitely recommend coming here for a date night or even just to drop by for a drink. It has great ambiance with friendly sta read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Culturas Restaurant is AMAZING! I was here for Valentine's Day, and must say it was the most ideal date for such a special occasion. The food was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with authentic taste. The mole enchiladas were incredible, and the presentation was stunning. Staff was very attentive ~ including the Chef, who came to present himself and ask about the food. RARE to see this! I loved it. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with attentive service that makes you feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and flavorful dining experience! read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
Wanted to love this spot and am always rooting for whatever location takes over this corner but this is a LA live trap. We came before a laker game in the early afternoon. Place had maybe four parties when we got there and the service was alright but the food is highway robbery. You're paying 18 dollars for a single avocados worth of guacamole. 15 dollars for a single croquette that tasted frozen (the bottom crust was undercooked and stale-tough like pie crust) they gave maybe 20 fries for 10 dollars. The drinks are strong which is nice but this place is designed to appear like an upscale Latin fusion spot that's "cool" when people from outside the city come for a game or show. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Service is excellent and friendly. Tables are usually always available and they play great tunes. The food is fantastic. Favorites include the salmon wonton tacos, carne asada ribeye, and the mole enchiladas. A spot in DTLA near LA Live. Definitely worth a visit. read more
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1111 S Hope St
Ste 110
Los Angeles, CA 90015
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