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Catelin D.

The clam and bacon pizza is fantastic! No notes. I've been let down so many times by the raved-about brick oven style pizzas in this town, but this one really lives up to the hype which is hard to do at this price point of about $30 for a pie. When more unique toppings become available, I'll give those a try. I would love Italian sodas (lemon & grapefruit) as well bc under no circumstances would I ever pay the same for a mocktail as a cocktail. Lastly: Love that you could go upstairs to Lost to make a night of things.

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Brionna K.

Came here for the grand opening on May 3rd and was very impressed. It's perfect for a date night or quick stop for delicious eats. We ordered the crispy calamari, poppin pep and added apple wood smoked bacon. The say it out loud caesar salad... Literally chefs kiss! The funky focaccia was soooo good! We were soo full we ended up taking the rest home! Shout out to Austin and Chef Rory for making our experience even more special! Everything was excellent and our server Mariah was great! We will be back very soon! So many different things to order from the menu. We will be trying something new next time! We absolutely love ISSA RAE! You did it again girl!

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Mika C.

What a perfect vibe in here! The music is great, the service is incredible, cocktails are thoughtfully crafted and the food here is delicious! For drinks we tried the Smoke Signals, Jungle Strut, and Liquid Love and they were all hits! I recommend the Liquid Love as a dessert drink as the lemon sorbet in there is the perfect palette cleansSo unique and delicious. For food we tried the Spaghetti and Meatballs and Popping Pep pizza. Both so tasty and hit the spot. I enjoyed the sweet and spice of the pizza from the chiles and honey combo. The spaghetti and meatballs were very much an elevated comfort food. This spot is perfect for before AND after a night out. It's a great combination of dinner and drinks before getting the night started and also an intimate wind down as well.

Its M.

I wanted to love this place because I LOVE PIZZA but it wasn't it. We went in because I love to support anything Issa Rae is apart of us. First the ambiance and vibe are a 10. It's the food that is lacking and it was a little pretentious with the "you have to have an RSVP" we went on a Thursday around 6:30 there was a big deal about the rsvp and there was literally 8 people in there including us. Anyhoo we ordered pizza and some pasta(can't remember which one) but neither were anything I'd have to have again. Pizza was a step above a frozen pizza and the pasta was just blah. I'll stick to hanging out here during the day when Hilltop is operating.

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Ashlee B.

Another day, another Issa Rae restaurant! I finally had the chance to try Issa's newest downtown spot last weekend. After securing a reservation at Somerville in January, my friend and I decided to venture to her pizza eatery and bar. It's safe to say that downtown dough did not disappoint! I enjoyed the ambience, music, and drinks. I also like how the location is connected to her coffee shop and rooftop bar. While the dough could have been cooked a bit longer, the pepperoni was delicious and the drinks were refreshing. I will definitely be back to try some of the appetizers and pasta options.

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Keilab A.

A new vibey Italian spot in DTLA. The interior is spunky and has a pink mood lighting that sets the scene. I came here with a small group and we ordered a little bit of everything. We shared the spaghetti, poppin pep pizza, calamari, and sunday soul chicken. Out of everything, my fav was hands down the pizza. It had the most delicious wood fired flavor and the hot honey on top was perfection. The spaghetti and calamari were good, but not amazing. You can pass on the soul chicken. I thought it was a cute spot and would come back for the pizza.

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Ebony S.

This place was definitely an experience! We stopped in before hitting upstairs to the rooftop bar, and I'm so glad we did the Poppin pit pizza was amazing and met our needs for that sweet and spicy need!! The drinks were really good, shout out to Emmanuel for making us something special, he provided awesome service by the way!! The whole ambience of the place was really nice, sort of chic, definitely come here to pregame!!

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Jimmy D.

So I tried calling this place several times but couldn't get through--maybe the number was wrong, or they were just super busy. So I decided to drive over and place a takeout order in person. When I arrived, a friendly woman was standing outside and gave a warm welcome. She opened the door for me and directed me to the bar counter to place my order. The interior was really nice--great ambiance with a fun, retro vibe. Now, onto the food. I'd read plenty of glowing reviews about this spot, so I was excited to give it a try. **Pizza** - Absolutely delicious. The wood-fired thin crust was done just right, and there was a subtle sweetness--possibly honey--on the pepperoni that added a really nice finishing touch. Unique and flavorful. **Shrimp Pasta** - Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. If you're a fan of creamy pastas, this one's worth trying. **Chicken** - I'd heard someone say, "Don't sleep on the chicken," and they weren't wrong about the flavor. It was well-seasoned and served over what I believe were grits--an interesting and tasty combination. I enjoyed the first few bites, but unfortunately, as I got closer to the center, I realized the chicken wasn't fully cooked. Given that the restaurant wasn't particularly busy and the food took a while to arrive, I expected more attention to detail--especially for something as basic (and important) as properly cooked chicken. Had it not been for that issue, I would have given a five-star rating. The food overall was excellent, but undercooked chicken is a serious miss.

Kim K.

Went to Downtown Dough Friday for dinner and LOVED it! Cute decor, great music, attentive service and bomb food. Outdoor self parking lot next door was $20. Funky Focaccia - cheesy & delish! Say it out loud Caesar - very good! Just wished they chopped up the lettuce for you more. Spaghetti & meatballs - pretty good Poppin Pep - very good! Tiramisu Banana Pudding - yum Shout out to our waitress Duncan for the great recommendations and service. Right next door is Hilltop Coffee & Lost DTLA. @travel_lifestyle_chow

Poppin Pep, Revolution Pie
Leen W.

Tried Downtown Dough last night, and let me just say, Issa Rae is building a culinary cinematic universe, and I'm trying to taste every chapter. Housed inside her Hilltop coffee shop location in Downtown LA, the space transforms at night into a retro-inspired pizza joint with '70s funk vibes, wood-fired pies, and some unexpected twists. We had a 6:30 reservation but honestly didn't need it, there was no wait. The interior's the same cozy Hilltop layout, but the branding and menu flip into full-on Downtown Dough mode. The playlist was cute, the lights were low, and the energy was laid-back, think cool, low-key date night or chill dinner with your girls. We started the night with drinks, I ordered the Strawberry Boogie, sweet, and super sippable, not strong at all. My friend went for the Sweet Thang, but they were out of the pear purée, so she opted for a glass of wine, which she really liked. For appetizers, we tried the calamari (nothing out of this world) and the Caesar salad (classic). But once the pizzas arrived? They stole the whole show. I had the Poppin' Pep, and my friend got the Revolution Pie. Both were 10/10. Thin, wood-fired crusts with the perfect char, light on cheese but heavy on flavor. And yes, I ate the crust. Happily. For dessert, we split the banana pudding tiramisu, super cute concept, and surprisingly good (especially for someone who doesn't love banana). No banana chunks, just pudding flavor, layered with espresso and dark chocolate. Now here's the thing: The vibe and branding say pizza parlor, but the bill says upscale dinner. For two people - drinks, apps, two pizzas, and dessert, we paid just about $200. And to be clear, I don't mind paying that price at all, I've gladly spent that (and more) at places like Mother Wolf or L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele in Hollywood, where the food, ambiance, and pricing all live in the same lane. But at Downtown Dough, the experience feels a little mismatched. The menu reads high-end Italian--with wood-fired pies, roasted chicken, branzino, and pasta dishes that wouldn't be out of place at a luxury trattoria, while the branding and decor suggest a fun, funky, laid-back pizza spot. It's not that the food isn't worth it, it's just that the expectation doesn't quite match the vibe. That said, I'd definitely go back. I've got my eye on the mighty marinara, the pesto pasta, and the spaghetti and meatballs (which I normally wouldn't order out, but our waiter swore it was top-tier). Downtown Dough is funky, flavorful, and fun, I'll be back.

Tifanie S.

OMG! This restaurant had a great vibe. 70s inspired, great music, great service, and the food was delicious. All of the dishes we tried were yummy. The pizza and the bread appetizer were amazing. They make their ranch homemade and it tasted delicious. They also brought out a plate of 3 different dipping oils for the appetizer. The shrimp dish was good but needed a little bit more seasoning. That's just me I like my food heavily seasoned. Lol. I loved the banana pudding tiramisu! A spin on banana pudding, I would have loved a few more wafers because that's how I love my banana pudding. But you have to try it. Only down side is parking, so you have to pay for parking at a lot near by, but it's downtown so that is to be expected. Food 10 Ambiance 10 Service 10 I will definitely be back.

Basil Pesto Pasta and Calamari Jungle Strut and Sun Goddess Cocktails
Portia C.

I went for a date night with my fiance. We started with the basil pesto pasta and calamari which were both really good. Then we shared the pepperoni pizza which was delicious. And we ended the night with a cannoli and affogato. The restaurant has a chill vibe with good music and the service was great. Our server Andres was attentive, gave great recommendations, and was an overall sweetheart. We'll def be back.

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Melissa M.

Our server and the other staff were very enthusiastic about our visit. My partner got the Smoke Signals, which was lighter and less smoky than I expected. The Soul Chicken was delicious, with awesomely creamy grits. The truffle hustle pizza had a great crust. I'd like to try some of the other topping options next time.

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