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Water Grill – Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Water Grill – Los Angeles

4.7
4.7
5388 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (213) 891-0900
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jonathan Moulton
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a classic and inviting backdrop for entertaining small and large groups alike.
  • Location
    544 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90071
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    6th St.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at Water Grill in Los Angeles

    US$135.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Bring in the New Year at Water Grill in Los Angeles! This New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31, 2024, enjoy a four course prix fixe menu with Guest favorites and chef-inspired creations, plus a champagne toast at midnight to bring in the New Year. An additional wine pairing enhancement will be available. The complete New Year’s Eve menu will be shared leading up to holiday. Please note that only the prix fixe menu will be available for New Year’s Eve dinner, starting at 3:00 p.m.

Menu

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What 5,388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Downtown

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Water Grill in Los Angeles is a seafood lover's paradise, offering "freshest, most perfectly-cooked fish" and exceptional service. Renowned for its oysters and Chilean sea bass, the restaurant combines "phenomenal service" with a vibrant atmosphere. Despite some noise and occasional service delays, it remains a DTLA favorite for special occasions.

5,388 Reviews

  1. Andy

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Since 1990 when I enjoyed my first dinner at WaterGrill during intermission the Pulitzer Prize winning Premiere production of Angels in America to my 50th Birthday dinner in 2016 till 2024 Christmas Eve; WaterGrill is an ever green of fine food, drink excellent atmosphere and great service.

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  2. Stuart

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    79 reviews

    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great experience fantastic service. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner

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  3. Joy

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Host was extremely rude and racist. Everything we ordered was delayed And when it came out it was cold. We prefer the santa monica location

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  4. Sue

    VIP

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are new to downtown LA and were staying at the Biltmore on Grand so we wanted a place close by. Water Grill was perfect and delicious! Wonderful service and allowed us to eat and get back in time to enter the Candlelight Concert in time to get front row seats.

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  5. Jethro

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing service and food. Always a reliable place to go for great seafood

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  6. gary

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    55 reviews

    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family ate like we hadn’t seen good before. The crab cake was delectable and my filet mignon was cooked perfectly. There was Cioppino, sushi, strip steak and key lime pie. Lots of drinks. Kelly was our wonderful guide to the menu, very professional. Highly recommended.
    Water Grill – Los AngelesResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We are very happy you enjoyed your visit and Kelly made your night so memorable! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Much thanks, Sarah Manager

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  7. James

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service superb! This is definitely a place I would revisit especially for a special occasion!

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  8. David

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Water Grill is a bit overpriced, but I suppose the norm for downtown LA

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  9. heather

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was fine, but not amazing, especially for the price. it used to be so much better, a real gem

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  10. Carmen

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitstaff was excellent and food and cocktails were dynamite

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FAQs

Water Grill – Los Angeles is rated 4.7 stars by 5388 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Water Grill – Los Angeles

544 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90071

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    6th St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jonathan Moulton
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.watergrill.com/
  • Phone number
    (213) 891-0900
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a classic and inviting backdrop for entertaining small and large groups alike.

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