Top foodie experiences in Los Angeles

In addition to being the creative hub of Downtown LA, the trendy Arts District has also emerged as the city’s premier foodie destination, offering a dynamic range of culinary experiences within a highly walkable setting. After exploring the neighborhood's unique street art, grab a pre-dinner drink on the patio at High Tide, then settle in for a buzzworthy dinner at one of the area’s acclaimed restaurants. Reserve a table at the MICHELIN-starred Camphor for modern French fare or Manuela for seasonal, farm-to-table flavors. Save room for dessert — the bittersweet chocolate budino tart at Bestia or a slice of pie at The Pie Hole are sure to end your night on a sweet note.

Make Conrad Los Angeles your base for exploring DTLA and the Arts District, placing you steps from top dining, cultural venues, and city views. The hotel captures the flavors of the city with its own culinary experiences, including San Laurel, the signature restaurant by MICHELIN-starred Chef José Andrés.

Smorgasburg LA brings together nearly 100 small businesses every Sunday at ROW DTLA for an open-air food market with global bites, handcrafted goods, and a family-friendly beer garden. This foodie paradise is open rain or shine, and entry is free. Arrive early to enjoy shorter lines and sample a wider variety of bites, from BBQ and burgers to cinnamon rolls, unique cookies, and ice cream tacos. After sampling all the flavors, explore the lifestyle shops for vintage pieces, jewelry, and art to take home.

DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown offers a restful stay close to the action, with spacious guest rooms, an on-site gastropub, and a serene rooftop Japanese garden. If time allows, walk over to the vibrant Little Tokyo district to enjoy authentic ramen and mochi or secure a coveted counter seat at the MICHELIN-starred Sushi Kaneyoshi.