Casual Dinner in Los Angeles
Useful when you want Los Angeles restaurants with a little more ease and a little less ceremony.
Casual dinner and cocktails in LA
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Seafood•East Hollywood•$$$
Found Oyster
A compact seafood counter that feels like the kind of place to consider when you want the city to feel lively and specific.
DinnerSeafoodEast Hollywood
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8.8
Based on 616 reviews
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Korean American•Arts District•$$$
Yangban
A bright, stylish room that feels especially strong for groups who want a dinner with a little momentum and range.
DinnerKorean AmericanArts District
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8.7
Based on 609 reviews
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Live-Fire•Glassell Park•$$$
Dunsmoor
A fire-forward room with enough craft and neighborhood pull to make the drive feel justified.
DinnerLive-FireGlassell Park
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8.8
Based on 616 reviews
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Guide • los angeles
Best Casual Restaurants in Los Angeles
Los Angeles restaurants that keep the tone easy while still feeling worth the drive.
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