Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Los Angeles / Orange County

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Beach CitiesDowntownEast LAHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando Valley / Valencia

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AlhambraBeverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsBurbankCentury CityCommerce

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. NIKU X

4.4

Awesome(328)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

NIKU X offers 2 exclusive unlimited dining experiences that highlight Wagyu and Luxury Seafood, located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Our BBQ Dining features 2 different tiers of unlimited A5 wagyu to be grilled by guests as well as our Seafood Buffet, where families and friends can enjoy an interactive dining style. Our other experience features our 40oz Wagyu Tomahawk highlighted by our table side flame ritual. Here guests can enjoy an intimate atmosphere while still enjoying our Seafood buffet as well as our signature unlimited items.

2. Spire73

4.6

Exceptional(2260)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

Enjoy breathtaking sunset views and a sparkling Los Angele from the tallest open-air bar & restaurant in the western hemisphere. We value your business and want to keep you informed as our reservation cancellation policy has changed. In an effort to accommodate all parties and occasions, no-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours will be subject to a charge of $20 per person. On Friday's and Saturday's we have a food and beverage minimum of $40 per person at the bar and $60 per person for table seating.Thank you in advance for understanding of our new policy change. We are excited to welcome you to Spire 73, the tallest open-air bar in the western hemisphere!CHANGE & CANCELLATION POLICIES: TEXT MESSAGE ONLY +1 (323) 369-1381 or email (info@spire73.com)

3. La Boucherie

4.6

Exceptional(1346)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

The ultimate panoramic dining experience in Los Angeles. La Boucherie is an elegant American steak and seafood restaurant boasting an intimate bar featuring sophisticated mixologists crafting bespoke cocktails. Discreet private dining rooms, a Chef’s Table, and Starlight Booths are all available with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the L.A. skyline to accommodate discerning guests. La Boucherie’s menu features reimagined classics, all created with the finest and freshest ingredients available, many of which are sourced locally. The dining experience is enhanced by a cheese cave, charcuterie atelier, and an extensive, carefully curated Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list featuring over 1,200 hand-selected international and American wines.Smart Casual dress code. Jackets are not required; however, no hats, athletic wear, shorts, or flip-flops are allowed. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.

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4. Ristorante Per L'Ora

4.4

Awesome(258)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

As the namesake neighborhood restaurant of our hotel, Per L'Ora thoughtfully expresses LA culture and lifestyle through reimagined flavors of coastal Italy.

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5. Mama Por Dios - DTLA

3.5

Very Good(620)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Mamá por Dios is a restaurant that highlights the best of México, with its flavors, aromas, colors, traditions and art. Bringing it closer to its customers and every drink in every corner. Mamá por Dios is a Mexican gourmet restaurant where you can celebrate every moment to the sound of live Mariachi or enjoy a shot to the beats of a great DJ.

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6. Water Grill – Los Angeles

4.7

Exceptional(5411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 55 times today

Water Grill has been serving seafood in Downtown Los Angeles since 1989. This iconic seafood destination in the place to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine.

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7. H&H Brazilian Steakhouse - DTLA

4.6

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

The Number #1 Brazilian Steakhouse in Los Angeles!We are a Modern Brazilian Steakhouse.We open the table with Picanha, Prime Steak!We have the Highest Grade quality meat in US, Serving Halal Beef, Lamb and Chicken and A5 Wagyu.We have the most beautiful Restaurant for Private Events with Four Season Rooms.We are focus on Organic everything, Wines, Produce and Meat!H & H Brazilian Steakhouse is own by Brazilian Henrique Huyer , with a mission of bringing to the American market the vanguard of this concept, bringing the best of Brazil today.

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8. Fogo de Chao - Los Angeles

4.3

Awesome(2136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 68 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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9. Little Sister - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(1741)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

Little Sister DTLA features East-meets-West inspired dishes served in arelaxed social environment that feels more residential thanrestaurant, as if you"re being invited into the Chef Tin's home.Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the moreinteresting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne outof the European colonization of Southeast Asia. Dishes blend andbalance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with Frenchtechniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu iscontinually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and theseasons. Scott Young along with Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage programwith a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from aroundthe world. Craft beer selection includes special batches from TheBrewery at Abigaile, brewed only for the restaurant.

10. Drago Centro

4.8

Exceptional(3726)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Chef Celestino Drago has created a menu representative of the cultural diversity of Italy. The concept of “Contemporary Italian Cuisine”, emphasizes local dishes, fresh, high quality ingredients and old flavors that have defined Italian cuisine for centuries and which are revisited to create a truly eclectic menu. The extensive menu is a la carte and offers daily specials featuring many unique items. DRAGO Centro offers a diverse and extensive selection of premium wines from Italy and around the world. DRAGO Centro’s unique interior is designed by acclaimed Los Angeles based designer Stanley Felderman, who is internationally renowned for creating modern buildings, interiors and product with a playful twist.

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Iliana
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing experience! Food was unique but amazing. Server Garland (I forgot his name so excuse my mistake) was amazing and the sweetest ever. Quick and friendly service. 10/10 would go back.
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Ristorante Per L'OraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.4
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Jimmy
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was amazing steak tasted fantastic, went for Valentine’s Day and had an amazing experience. I do recommend 100%.. JUST BE PREPARED WITH A HOODIE OR BLANKET BECAUSE IT DOES GET COLD.
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Spire73Price: Very Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.6
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BrianVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Early Valentines dinner, food was great, drinks were good and overall great experience, definitely will return
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Mama Por Dios - DTLAPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Downtown
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3.5
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Tallguy
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time experiencing this restaurant and I must say the hype was not wrong. Definitely coming back again!
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NIKU XPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.4
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Roger
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
Xochil and Omar are the best. They both took care of us and will be coming back just because of how good they treated us.
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La BoucheriePrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6

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