Discover DTLA’s Elegant Al Fresco Dining
Summer weather beckons, and your favorite DTLA restaurants are answering the call with elegant al fresco dining. From luxury hotel rooftops with breathtaking views, to charming garden patios, and lively street side seating, there’s a table waiting for you. Many of these establishments are chef-driven or family-owned, so you can support our local restaurant community while enjoying a great meal under the open sky. Check their websites for hours, reservations, takeout and delivery details.
Redbird 114 E 2nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
Redbird is open with three different outdoor dining options! In addition to the Redbird Courtyard, they’ve created two new open air dining rooms: the Redbird Garden and the Lounge on the Vibiana Courtyard. Redbird is carved into one of the city’s most historic architectural gems – the former rectory building of Vibiana, cathedral-turned-event-venue. Chef Neal Fraser and Amy Knoll Fraser feature Modern American cuisine that is refined yet approachable, highlighting the multi-cultural influences of Fraser’s native city – Los Angeles.
Bestia 2121 E 7th Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90021
Arts District darling Bestia is now accepting reservations for outdoor dining. Their menu is also available for takeout. Owned and operated by husband and wife Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis, the menu features a generous selection of authentic Italian stalwarts such as antipasti, pizzas, pasta, secondi (fish, lamb, steak), finished off with dolci (mascarpone rice pudding, crème fraîche panna cotta, and bar au chocolat bittersweet chocolate budino tart). Buon appetito!
Faith & Flower 705 W 9th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Faith & Flower is open for patio dining. Located in the Watermarke Tower in DTLA’s South Park district, the name Faith & Flower name pays homage to the two major Renaissance periods – the 1920s and modern day – that have fundamentally shaped the Downtown Los Angeles community. “Flower” refers to the street on which the restaurant lies today, and “Faith” for the street’s alleged name during the early 1920s. Inspired by a global influence of flavors and techniques, complemented by the use of a wood-fired oven and pristine raw bar, the menu redefines Californian rustic cuisine. Reservations are highly recommended. Takeout and delivery are also available.
Perch 448 S Hill St. Los Angeles, CA 90013
Perch Los Angeles is a French inspired rooftop bistro that offers unobstructed views of Downtown Los Angeles that will make you feel as if you’re floating over the skyline. The 15th floor outdoor patios and 16th floor rooftop are now open for outdoor dining. The elevated spaces offer outdoor fireplaces, rooftop fire pits, and lounge seating to experience the city skyline views. Perch executive Chef Gerardo Benitez has created a playful menu inspired by French culinary classics utilizing the freshest of seasonal ingredients. Pick up and delivery is also available.
Broken Shaker Freehand Hotel 416 W 8th St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
Located on the Freehand Hotel rooftop pool deck, Broken Shaker is an oasis in the heart of Downtown LA, offering an eclectic menu of handcrafted cocktails and small bites. A James Beard Award finalist and winner of Tales of the Cocktail’s Best American Hotel Bar award, Broken Shaker serves up delicious cocktails infused with homemade elixirs and exotic ingredients, bringing the flavors of the beach to the center of the city.
DAMA 612 E 11th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015
DAMA is a Latin-inspired restaurant and bar with a deco-tropical theme located in DTLA’s Fashion District. This lush oasis offers an exceptional cocktail menu which combines both classic and tropical favorites. Chef Lofaso’s menu is filled with flavor forward dishes, all of which were inspired by her travels to Spanish, Latin American and Caribbean countries. The expansive venue encompasses three private terraces and a large outdoor patio. Pick up and delivery are also available.
Pez Cantina 401 S Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90071
Pez Cantina is a sustainable Coastal Mexican-style restaurant and bar serving the freshest sea-to-land dishes in an oasis-type outdoor garden with flowing fountains and lush landscaping. Inspired by his travels to Loreto, a sleepy fishing town in Baja California, Mexico, and his marriage into a Mexican family, Chef Bret Thompson captures the complexity and spirit of the food he loves. Pez Cantina’s menu focuses on dishes from the many distinct regions of Mexico – from Baja, to Oaxaca, to the Yucatan Peninsula. A fine-tuned selection of bright and eclectic cocktails, California-focused wine list, and craft beers round out the Pez Cantina menu.
Rossoblu City Market South 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Rossoblu tells the story of the two places Chef Steve Samson considers home – Los Angeles and Bologna, Italy. The restaurant is an homage to Samson’s heritage, inspired by childhood memories spent in Bologna and its surrounding region, Emilia Romagna. Rossoblu features handmade pastas, fresh produce, and an extensive in-house butchery and salumi program. The wine list offers unique Italian and Californian varietals. At its core, Rossoblu is a true family-owned and operated restaurant, with Steve’s wife Dina helming the operations and long time friend and partner Hans Luttmann leading a team that has become family. Rossoblu is open for al fresco dining, takeout and delivery.
Veranda Al Fresco Hotel Figueroa 939 S Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Chef Adrian Garcia is serving up an authentic Mexico City-inspired menu, befitting the tropical vibe at Veranda Al Fresco, DTLA’s urban oasis at Hotel Figueroa. Savor a tasty, simple street taco menu paired with a great selection of cocktails. Veranda Al Fresco is open Wednesday to Sunday 12pm-7pm. Salud y buen provecho!
Manuela 907 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Manuela is excited to welcome guests back to dine in their spacious outdoor patio. Located in the DTLA Arts District, Manuela unites chef, farmer and artist to create an authentic and original dining experience. Under the direction of Executive Chef Kris Tominaga, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients sourced from the best farms and producers in Southern California. Serving a wide range of vegetables, grains, fish, and game, Manuela also features an exemplary bar program, which serves classic cocktails using house-made bitters and tonics. Local beers are on tap, while the carefully selected wine list is designed to pair with the smoke and acid at the heart of Manuela’s menu.
Strada Eateria & Bar 825 W 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
A new spot in Downtown LA near Staples Center, Strada Eateria & Bar presents world flavors made with local ingredients. The eclectic menu includes ceviche, lobster ravioli, and an ahi tuna steak burger, along with a full bar. Strada is now offering al fresco dining with sidewalk seating on West 9th St. Complimentary parking. Reservations are recommended.
Photo credits:
Photo #1: Perch
Photo #2: Redbird
Photo #3: Bestia
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Photo #5: Broken Shaker
Photo #6: DAMA
Photo #7: Pez Cantina
Photo #8: Rossoblu
Photo #9: Veranda Al Fresco
Photo #10: Manuela
Photo #11: Strada Eateria & Bar