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By Citysearch Staff, Los Angeles

Sitting on top of the world at the Standard's rooftop bar
Sitting on top of the world at the Standard's rooftop bar
There was a time when Downtown L.A. was not much more than a dubious ghost town after the workday ended, but all of that is steadily changing. With the ongoing crop of cool bars, destination restaurants and luxury lofts, Downtown Los Angeles is indeed experiencing a renaissance.
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Restaurants

  1. R-23 Japanese Cuisine and Art Gallery

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    923 E 2nd St Ste 109, Los Angeles, CA
    Once a railroad loading dock, now a hip downtown hideaway for those who like it raw.

  2. Patina

    141 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
    Joachim Splichal's flagship Cal-French restaurant anchors the downtown renaissance.

  3. Blue Velvet

    750 Garland St, Los Angeles, CA
    Cutting-edge downtown spot dazzles with sophisticated modern cuisine and noir-ish, romantic city views.

  4. Water Grill

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    544 S Grand, Los Angeles, CA
    One of the best seafood restaurants in L.A., hidden in landlocked downtown.

  5. J Restaurant & Lounge

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    1119 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
    Downtown renaissance continues on the historic site of legendary Little J's, adjacent to Staples Center and South Park district lofts.

  6. Noe Restaurant & Bar

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    251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
    Innovative fusion cuisine and glossy decor bring destination dining to the Omni.

  7. Zucca Ristorante

    801 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
    A luxe Italian bistro offering traditional, simple fare.

  8. Cafe Pinot

    700 W 5th St, Los Angeles, CA
    A sophisticated stop in downtown Los Angeles.

  9. Pacific Dining Car

    1310 West 6th St, Los Angeles, CA
    Wheel and deal between bites of prime-aged beef at this historic steakhouse.

  10. Ciudad

    445 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
    Border Grill's owner-chefs venture beyond Mexico to the rest of the Latin world.

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Nightlife

  1. Roof Bar at the Standard Downtown

    550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA
    Sip and dip at this chic poolside lounge atop the hip downtown Standard hotel.

  2. The Edison

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    108 W Second Street, Los Angeles, CA
    Downtown's lounge-life evolution continues, this time in a historically refurbished, turn-of-the-century boiler room.

  3. Golden Gopher

    417 W Eighth St, Los Angeles, CA
    Rock-and-roll indulgence and Victorian elegance at this chic downtown dig.

  4. Club 740

    740 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
    Former theatrical venue gets re-created as one of downtown's largest and most upscale dance clubs.

  5. Redwood Bar & Grill

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    316 W Second St, Los Angeles, CA
    Downtown's only pirate-themed hipster lounge offers grub, grog and good times.

  6. Gallery Bar

    506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
    Nestled in the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel, honey-colored chandeliers and hand-painted ceilings create the perfect setting for sipping Scotch.

  7. Broadway Bar

    830 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
    Golden Gopher's younger, larger sibling takes up residence adjacent to the Orpheum Theatre.

  8. Seven Grand

    515 W Seventh St, Los Angeles, CA
    Cocktail-spot visionary proffers one of the largest whiskey lists on the West Coast at this Financial District landmark.

  9. Veranda Bar at the Figueroa Hotel

    939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
    Old Angeleno style makes this hotel bar one of L.A.'s best-kept secrets.

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Attractions

  1. Nokia Theatre L.A. Live

    777 Chick Hearn Court, Los Angeles, CA
    State-of-the-art expansive theater across from Staples Center draws concert-goers and award show nominees.

  2. Walt Disney Concert Hall

    111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
    L.A. Philharmonic's majestic new home gives downtown L.A. a gleaming landmark.

  3. MOCA at California Plaza

    250 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
    A thought-provoking collection of modern works in a city where art is usually defined as the latest sequel.

  4. Grand Central Market

    317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
    A city landmark since the teens, this hectic, delightful market shows no sign of flagging.

  5. Olvera Street

    Olvera St and Cesar Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA
    The heart of historic L.A., featuring a hodgepodge of restaurants and commemorative shops.

  6. Los Angeles Conservancy Tours

    523 W 6TH St Ste 826, Los Angeles, CA
    Get inside information on architectural gems from passionate volunteers.

  7. Staples Center

    1111 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
    A state-of-the-art venue for concerts, basketball games and more.

  8. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels

    555 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA
    Spectacular downtown cathedral emerges as an architectural and spirtual landmark.

  9. Richard Riordan Central Library

    630 W 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA
    A city block's worth of books housed in a magnificent, historic building.

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More Nearby Hot Spots

  1. Clifton's

    648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
    Wilderness-themed cafeteria serves up home-style fare with Disney-esque flare in the heart of downtown L.A.

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