A guide to some of the finest hotels and restaurants near the Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum at the Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles and the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City.
Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum
At the Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles
135 North Grand Avenue at Temple Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Kirk Douglas Theatre
in Downtown Culver City
9820 Washington Blvd @ Duquesne,
Culver City, CA 90232
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Hotel Recommendations for the Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum
at the Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles
Omni Los Angeles Hotel
at California Plaza
251 S. Olive Street (between 1st and 4th Street.) • 213.617.3300 1.800.THE.OMNI for reservations www.omnilosangeles.com
The closest hotel to the Music Center and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Striking décor and lavish amenities meld together in a symphony of style and refined elegance. Complimentary courtesy car to and from the Music Center based on availability. Ask for our special Theater Packages and bring your tickets.
Wilshire Grand Hotel
930 Wilshire Boulevard (7th & Figueroa) • 213.688.7777
Los Angeles' only triple-crown award winning hotel with 900 beautifully appointed rooms, located just a few blocks from Grand Avenue. This one stop complex features four international restaurants and downtown's hottest bar.
Millennium Biltmore Hotel
506 S. Grand Avenue
213.624.1011
Hilton Checkers Hotel
535 S. Grand Avenue
213.624.0000
Restaurant Recommendations for the Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum at the Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles
Café Metropol
923 E. 3rd Street
213.613.1537 European Cuisine. Mon–Thu 8am–10pm; Fri 8am–11pm; Sat 10am–11pm; Sun 10am–3pm
Enjoy the culinary delights of an authentic European bistro situated in the heart of the Los Angeles Downtown Artists District.
www.cafemetropol.com
Cafe Pinot
700 W. 5th Street
(corner of 5th & Flower) 213.239.6500 Contemporary California Cuisine.
Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm;
Dinner: Mon–Tues 5–9pm;
Weds–Thurs 5–9:30pm;
Fri–Sat 5–10pm; Sun 4:30–9pm.
Lush greenery, tranquil fountains and a remarkable view of the downtown skyline make Cafe Pinot one of downtown LA’s favorite restaurants. Our executive chef draws inspiration from the garden setting, creating light, elegant dishes that highlight the best of each season.
www.patinagroup.com/cafepinot/
California Pizza Kitchen
Wells Fargo Center at 330 S. Hope Street 213.626.2616 7+ Fig; 735 S. Figueroa Street 213-228.8500 Mon–Fri 11am–9:30pm; Sat 11:30am–9:30pm; Sun 11:30am–9pm.
Enjoy lunch or dinner at California Pizza Kitchen! From our Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and Waldorf Chicken Salad to our signature Lettuce Wraps and new Blue Crab Cakes, our menu offers something for everyone. Dine In, Take Out, and Award Winning CPKids Menu. 3 hrs. free validated parking. Gift Cards available. The most tasteful card you’ll ever give.
www.cpk.com
Ciudad
445 S. Figueroa Street 213.486.5171 Latin Cuisine. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–3pm; Dinner: Sun–Tue 5–9pm, Wed–Thu 5–11pm, Fri–Sat 5–Midnight; Happy Hour: Mon–Fri 4–7pm and Sun 4–9pm. Ciudad After Dark Wed & Thu 9–11pm, Fri & Sat 9pm–Midnight.
Experience the bold and seductive flavors of the Latin world at Ciudad, the Downtown restaurant of Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger. Ciudad features adventurous dishes from Havana to Rio, Buenos Aires, and Barcelona as well as South American cocktails, Spanish wines, and Caribbean rums. Serving lunch, happy hour, and dinner; featuring an all tapas menu every Sunday and Paella on the Patio every Tuesday night.
www.ciudad-la.com
Daily Grill
612 S. Flower Street 213.622.4500 American Fare. Mon–Fri 7am–10pm, Sat & Sun 5–10pm.
Modeled after the big city grills of yesteryear, serving traditional American fare. Featuring Certified Angus steaks and chops, seafood, classic salads, signature Chicken Pot Pie and the best Martini in town.
www.dailygrill.com
e3rd Steakhouse and Lounge
734 E. 3rd Street 213.680.3003 Contemporary Asian Steakhouse with Cal-Korean inspired menu. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm; Dinner: Sun– Wed 5–11pm, Thu–Sat 5pm–2am.
Tucked into an airy, historic Arts District space updated with gleaming metals and a high energy full bar, Jason Ha’s sleek new e3rd Steakhouse and Lounge redefines the traditional grill with succulent, practically priced Asian marinated steak and fish dishes, Korean inspired sides, and award-winning showstopper starters from nearby sister restaurant, Zip Fusion. www.eastthird.com
J Restaurant and Lounge
1119 S. Olive Street 213.746.7746 & 800.850.6074 French-Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean flare. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–3pm; Dinner: Mon–Sat 6–11pm; Lounge: Mon–Sat 5pm–Last Call. Happy Hour: Mon–Fri 5–7pm
J Restaurant and Lounge redefines the downtown Los Angeles dining and entertainment experience, serving a menu full of unique creations by Chef Oz and boasting an extensive wine selection by Sommelier Frèdèric Hemon.
www.jloungela.com
Kendall’s brasserie
135 N. Grand Ave.
(at the Music Center) 213.972.7322 Authentic French Brasserie. Lunch:
Daily 11:30am–2:30pm; Afternoon
Menu: Tue–Sun 2:30–5pm;
Dinner: Tue–Sun 5–10pm.
Monday dinner hours are subject
to performance schedule.
In a setting filled with Parisian
antiques, Kendall’s serves
contemporary French favorites, including French onion soup, roasted chicken, and croque monsieur, as well as an unrivaled selection of fresh seafood from the raw bar.
www.patinagroup.com/kendallsbrasserie/
Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse
330 S. Hope Street
(at Wells Fargo Center) 213.680.0330 Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm;
Dinner: Mon–Thurs 5:30–9:30pm,
Fri & Sat 5–10:30pm; Sun
4:30–8:30pm.
A contemporary variation on the traditional steakhouse, Nick & Stef’s features steaks aged in-house, complemented by an array of sides, sauces, and vegetables. Weeknights, the bar and patio are home to downtown’s favorite happy hour.
www.patinagroup.com/nickstef/
Patina
141 S. Grand Avenue (Walt Disney Concert Hall) 213.972.3331 California-French Cuisine. Lunch: Tues–Fri 11:30am–1:30pm; Sun 11:30am–1:30pm on performance days only. Dinner: Performance Evenings 5–11pm, Non-Performance Evenings 5–9:30pm.
The jewel in celebrity chef Joachim Splichal’s culinary crown, Patina offers unrivaled cuisine and impeccable service for lunch, dinner and post-performance dining, in a spectacular contemporary setting at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
www.patinagroup.com/patina
Pete’s Café & bar
400 S. Main Street 213.617.1000 American Bistro. Mon–Fri 11:30–2am, Sat & Sun 11–2am.
Pete’s Café & Bar, an award winning restaurant in the heart of the Old Bank District, offers earlyand late-night dining 7 days a week with stunning views of downtown Los Angeles. Conveniently located at the corners of 4th and Main, Pete’s Cafe delivers beautifully prepared Bistro style cuisine in a spectacular historic space reminiscent of cafes in Paris, New York and San Francisco. Valet parking available.
www.petescafe.com
Roy’s Restaurant
800 S. Figueroa St. Suite 100 213.488.4994 Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Mon–Thu 11:30am–10pm, Friday 11:30am–10:30pm, Saturday 5–10:30pm, Sunday 5–9pm.
Founded by James Beard Award winner Chef Roy Yamaguchi, Roy’s is world famous for its innovative Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine – the tantalizing marriage of the freshest local ingredients, European sauces and bold Asian spices, with a focus on fresh seafood and hand cut meats.
www.roysrestaurant.com
Sai Sai Restaurant at the Millennium biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
501 S. Olive Street 213.624.1100 Modern Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2pm; Dinner: Mon–Sat 6–9:30pm.
Whether you are craving sushi, Kobe beef or grilled seafood, Sai Sai has something for everyone. Our young, creative team of chefs have blended European flavors and ingredients with Modern Asian dishes for an exciting, inventive and delicious menu and extensive sushi bar.
www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumlosangeles
Smeraldi’s Restaurant at the Millennium biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
506 S. Grand Avenue
(between 5th & 6th St) 213.612.1562 California Mediterranean Italian
Cuisine. Open daily. Breakfast:
6:30–11am; Lunch: 11:30am–2pm;
Dinner 5–10pm.
Fresh California Mediterranean cuisine and traditional Italian dishes from chefs Franco de Dominicis and Orazio Parisi feature everything from homemade lasagna to diver scallops and even prime rib. Weekday lunch buffets and rich, traditional desserts are favorites.
www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumlosangeles
Warung Café
118 W. 4th St.
(between Spring & Main) 213.626.0662 Pan Asian Tapas. Lunch: Mon–Fri
11:30am–3pm. Dinner: Mon–Sat
5pm–Midnight.
New, intimate, richly detailed, modern café in the Old Bank District serving a beautifully presented small-plate menu in an Asian fusion style. Enjoy the elegant atmosphere, polished floors, brick walls, outstanding artwork, leather banquettes, and perfectly dimmed lighting while listening to mellow Asian grooves.
Menu featuring grilled baby lamb chops, black cod with coconut rice and Indian spiced chicken salad. Fine wine list, sake list and soju infused cocktails. Valet parking
available at 4th & Main.
www.warungcafela.com
Zucca Ristorante
801 S. Figueroa Street (corner of 8th & Figueroa) 213.614.7800 Italian Cuisine. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm; Dinner: Mon–Thurs 5–9pm; Fri & Sat 5–10pm; Sun 5–9pm.
An opulent setting reminiscent of an Italian villa provides the backdrop for a seasonal menu of Italian fare, including handmade pastas, authentic Neapolitan pizzas, and irresistible seafood and meat dishes.
www.patinagroup.com/zuccaristorante/
Make Culver City your entertainment destination!
Culver City is just south of the I-10 Freeway between the 405 Freeway and La Cienega Blvd. Enjoy restaurants, covered parking, plenty of street parking and brand new businesses in the revitalized downtown – home of the Kirk Douglas Theatre!
See a complete list of members of the Culver City Downtown Business Association.
Hotel Recommendations for the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City
The Culver Hotel
9400 Culver Blvd.
310.838.7963
All credit cards accepted
A Culver City Landmark and listed on the National Register of History, the Culver Hotel is located in the midst of Downtown Culver City. Each of our 46 rooms is furnished uniquely with gracious French-style antique furniture, tasteful artwork and special loving care, in tribute to the stars that once called the Culver Hotel their part-time home. Choose from single or double rooms or our elegant one- and two- bedroom suites, complete with Jacuzzis. Our elegant European-style lobby is the perfect spot for receptions and parties and our bar is the perfect place to wind down after a busy day. www.culverhotel.com
Restaurant Recommendations for the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City
Beacon
Pan-Asian fusion
3280 Helms Ave (at Washington Blvd.)
310.838.7500
www.beacon-la.com
Bistro De L'Hermitage
French Bistro
9727 Culver Blvd.
310.815.8222
www.bistrohermitage.com
BottleRock
Small plates restaurant and Wine Bar
3847 Main St.
310.836.9463
Cold Stone Creamery
Ice cream blended with made-to-order mix-ins
9514 Culver Blvd.
310.837.2663
Cubby's Café
Healthy foods and coffees
3867 Hughes Ave.
310.754.9297
Daphne's Greek Café
Fresh and fast contemporary Greek restaurant
9516 Culver Blvd.
310.280.1650
Double Dutch Dinette
Innovative Homestyle Cuisine by Caterer Jennie Cook
9806 Washington Blvd.
310.280.0991, catering: 310.815.8273
www.JennieCooks.com
Ford's Filling Station
Ben Ford's casual yet upscale Gastropub
9531 Culver Blvd
Grand Casino
Bakery
3826 Main Street
310.202.6969
Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken
Casual, Home style dining
9537 Culver Blvd
310.202.5453
Howdy's Taqueria
Tasty and quick Mexican selections
9512 Culver Blvd
310.837.8998
howfys.net
Kaizuka Restaurant
New and signature Japanese cuisine
9729 Culver Blvd.
310-253-5038
www.kaizukarestaurant.com
K-Zo
Japanese Cuisine 9240 Culver Blvd (at Ince Blvd.)
310.202.8890
www.k-zo.com
La Ballona Inn
Mexican Cuisine
3843 Main Street
310.558.9336
La Dijonaise
Casual, affordable French bistro
8703 Washington Blvd (at Helms)
310.287.2770
Natalee Thai
Authentic Thai in a modern setting
10101 Venice Blvd (at Clarington)
Culver City, CA 90232
310.202.7003
Novecento Pasta and Grill
Italian Cuisine
3837 Main Street
310.842.3838
Pacifico's – Home of the Huachinango
Fresh Seafood and Fish
9341 Culver Blvd.
310.559.FISH (3474)
The Restaurant at the Culver Hotel
Fusion style menu
9400 Culver Blvd.
310.838.7963
www.culverhotel.com
S & W Country Diner
Diner
9748 Washington Blvd.
310.204.5136
cash only
Santa Maria Barbecue Company
Barbeque
9552 Washington Blvd.
310.559.5709
Café Surfas
8777 W. Washington Blvd
310.558.1458
Starbucks Coffee
9718 Culver Blvd.
310.204.1075
Tender Greens
9523 Culver Boulevard
310-842-8300
tendergreensfood.com
Tokyo 7-7
Cross-Cultural Diner Fare
3839 - B Main Street
310.204.5728
CASH ONLY
Café Ugo
An Italian Cafe
3865 Cardiff Ave
310.204.1222
www.cafeugo.com
Wilson's Food Bar Café
small plates restaurant and wine bar
8631 Washington Blvd.
310.287.2093
www.wilsonfoodandwine.com
Please call restaurants for hours of operation.
Photo Credit
Morgan Rusler, Brian T. Finney, Colette Kilroy, and Dan Castellaneta in "Nighthawks."
Photo by Craig Schwartz.
