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Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Downtown

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A photo of Settecento DTLA restaurant
4.4
Awesome(460)
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• Contemporary Italian • Downtown
Booked 57 times today
Great service. We loved the drinks and porterhouse steak.
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4.8
Exceptional(1364)
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• Contemporary Italian • Hollywood
Booked 72 times today
Fantastic experience. Highly reccomend Antico Nuovo for great evening.
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4.7
Exceptional(3684)
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• Contemporary Italian • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
The food was delicious nice presentation, the service was excellent. It was nice to meet Chef Celestino and chef Joel. We had a great anniversary.
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4.5
Awesome(969)
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• Contemporary Italian • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
Food and music for dancing great as usual. Looking forward to next time
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4.7
Exceptional(667)
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• Contemporary Italian • Hollywood
Booked 56 times today
Lemon Grove never disappoints. This is a “must do”.
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4.5
Awesome(61)
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• Contemporary Italian • Culver City
Booked 14 times today
The Japanese yam appetizer was the most amazing appetizer I have had this year. Their pizza is always great and our mushroom pizza was delicious. But the yams blew me away. We wanted inside because it was so hot yesterday. But their inside didn't seem to be air conditioned?
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4.9
Exceptional(298)
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• Contemporary Italian • Hollywood
Booked 5 times today
This is hands down one of the best restaurants in town. Food is amazing, service impeccable and ambiance top notch. Enter this beautiful restaurant and you will feel like you are home. Thank you Barbara for the incredible food!
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4.6
Exceptional(69)
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• Contemporary Italian • Beverly Hills
Booked 2 times today
The food was so delicious and generous. My Caesar salad was perfect…the branzino with pesto tagliatelle was yummy. My husband had an enormous dish with clams and a perfect lobster tail and pasta and he said it was just fabulous. This was our first time here and we will absolutely be back. A gem.

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  • Stephanie
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great service. We loved the drinks and porterhouse steak.
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    Settecento DTLA$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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    4.4
  • peterGold
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Fantastic experience. Highly reccomend Antico Nuovo for great evening.
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    Antico Nuovo$$$$• Italian• Hollywood
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    4.8
  • Ana
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 19 Oct 2026
    The food was delicious nice presentation, the service was excellent. It was nice to meet Chef Celestino and chef Joel. We had a great anniversary.
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    Drago Centro$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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    4.7
  • john
    San Francisco Bay Area •47 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 17 Oct 2026
    Food and music for dancing great as usual. Looking forward to next time
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    Cicada$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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    4.5
  • GinaGold
    Los Angeles •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Sept 2026
    The food was so delicious and generous. My Caesar salad was perfect…the branzino with pesto tagliatelle was yummy. My husband had an enormous dish with clams and a perfect lobster tail and pasta and he said it was just fabulous. This was our first time here and we will absolutely be back. A gem.
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    Cafe Angelino$$$$• Bistro• Beverly Hills
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    4.6

Discover best Contemporary Italian restaurants in Downtown

Discover the best of contemporary Italian cuisine in the bustling neighborhoods of Downtown, Downtown / South, and East LA, Los Angeles. Each restaurant in this area offers a unique blend of traditional Italian flavors merged with modern culinary innovations, creating a sophisticated dining experience. Whether you're craving artfully crafted pastas, wood-grilled meats, or delicately seasoned seafood, these establishments cater to a variety of palates with their diverse and meticulously prepared menus. The dining scene in this part of Los Angeles is vibrant and dynamic, characterized by its blend of casual trattorias and high-end dining establishments. This area is a haven for food enthusiasts who appreciate not only the quality of food but also the ambiance and overall dining experience. Guests consistently praise these restaurants for their exceptional service, attention to detail, and the ability to transport diners to Italy through authentic yet innovative culinary creations. Ideal for special occasions, romantic evenings, or a luxurious night out, each location promises a memorable meal that highlights the best of contemporary Italian cuisine. With a focus on fresh ingredients and creative culinary techniques, these restaurants stand out as premier destinations for both locals and visitors alike.

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