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Although the media has been prematurely heralding the resurgence of downtown Los Angeles for over a decade, it’s not until recently that the area truly started delivering on its promised potential.

For a long time, there wasn’t much to downtown LA other than financial office buildings and skid row, and a daytime scene of bustling lawyers and business lunches that gave way to a ghost town at night.

Today, the still up-and-coming region is home to many of the city’s most interesting and offbeat kitsch bars, good restaurants, and the Frank Gehry-designed Disney Concert Hall, all of which attract a diverse crowd of artsy trendsetters, adventurous locals, bearded and flannel-clad hipsters, and students from nearby USC.

The often playful venues are full of character and authenticity, and run the gamut from flamenco clubs, burlesque shows, retro lounges, speakeasies, and mixology bars to thriving underground, alternative, and afterhours scenes. The atmosphere is remarkably unpretentious with a decided lack of velvet ropes, and at once laid back and edgy.

Also of note is the completion of the long-awaited multibillion dollar entertainment complex LA Live. Adjacent to the Staples Center – home of the Lakers, Kings, and Clippers – the venue offers a variety of bars, restaurants, shops, sporting events, live theater, and concerts for both day and night activity that have helped usher in Downtown’s prominence on the LA social scene.

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Eat.Drink.Americano

30s / Beer / Beer & Wine Only

Reviewed by Jackie D.

"My Take: A group of 10 of us came here for a bday party and had an amazing night. The restaurant itself is pretty small, so we easily took up half of ..." more

923 East Third Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Onyx Restaurant

30s / 40s / After Work / Bars / Brunch

Reviewed by Ellie D.

" My Take: Onyx Lounge is a unique spot located in downtown Los Angeles that doubles as both a restaurant and a lounge. What’s cool about Onyx is its a ..." more

118 West 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Sprinkles Cupcakes (Downtown)

All Ages / All Types / Casual

Reviewed by Gerard Nash G.

"If you have a sweet tooth and are looking to satiate it with some delicious sweets, then look no further! Sprinkles has an amazing assortment of tasty ..." more

Figat7th
735 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Tony's Saloon

Casual / DJ / Darts / Dive Bar

Reviewed by Daniel K.

"There are parts of downtown LA where you simply feel like you're driving through a ghost town. Tony's Saloon in downtown LA is in one of those areas. ..." more

2017 East 7th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90021

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Moreton Fig

20s / 30s / 40s / Ambient / Bar / Casual

Reviewed by Natalie P.

"While USC has plenty of options to curb your appetite, if you're in the mood for a refined lunch Moreton Fig is the place to go. The atmosphere sets t ..." more

3607 Trousdale Parkway
Ronald Tutor Campus Center
Los Angeles, CA 90089-3108

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Blue Cow Kitchen & Bar

20s / 30s / After Work / Bar / Beer / TVs

Reviewed by Jackie D.

"People: Because of its central location in the financial district, BCK attracts a lot of business professionals, both young and old, throughout the we ..." more

350 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90071

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CoffeeBar

20s / 30s / Bar / Beer & Wine Only

Reviewed by Lilit A.

"Being a student has definitely made me a coffee addict so I love tying new coffee shops. This place is one of favorite places so far! The atmosphere i ..." more

600 South Spring Street
Los Angeles, CA 90014

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The Pie Hole Los Angeles

After Work / Budget-friendly

Reviewed by Ellie D.

"My Take: Pie Hole is a quaint dessert spot located in Little Tokyo that brings sweet and savory pies to the Downtown Arts District. Doubling as a coff ..." more

714 Traction Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Caña Rum Bar

Casual / Chill / Cocktail Lovers

714 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90015

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Jacks N Joe

20s / Anything goes / Breakfast

Reviewed by yj W.

" You had come to the right place if you were looking a happy ending for an awful night, or a perfect start for a great day. They serve brunch from ..." more

2498 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90007

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The Biergarten at The Standard Downtown

20s / 30s / 40s / Actors / Artsy / Beer / DJ

Party Earth Review Perched on the east corner of the ultra-mod Standard Hotel’s rooftop is a surreal German wonderland called The Biergarten, where a kitschy ticket booth marks the entrance and ... more

The Standard Hotel
550 South Flower Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Tenno Sushi

ATM / After Work / All Types / Sake

Reviewed by Ellie D.

"Tenno Sushi My Advice/ My Take: Tenno Sushi is located in the heart of Little Tokyo and is one of the best-kept sushi secrets in downtown Los Angeles ..." more

207 South Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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