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Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs

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A photo of Benihana - Downey, CA restaurant
4.1
Excellent(5914)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs
Booked 80 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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4.3
Awesome(1038)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs
Booked 14 times today
*WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME*Tempo Cantina brings Latin flavor to Orange County and Los Angeles from creative founder and owner MR.TEMPO. Come for the atmosphere, but stay for the food. You will find all of your favorite Latin dishes infused with Asian flavors. Join us Happy Hour everyday, Weekend Brunch or Taco Tuesday for a dining experience like you’ve never experienced before!
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4.8
Exceptional(8312)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 210 times today
A multi-regional Italian restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.8
Exceptional(5002)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 152 times today
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.
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4.5
Awesome(1215)
Price: Moderate
• American • Monterey Park
Booked 29 times today
Introducing a reimagined Luminarias, with a newly modernized take following a multimillion-dollar interior and exterior remodel. Our open-concept dining room features 25-foot floor-to-ceiling windows — seamlessly blending into an expansive deck for sweeping views of the San Gabriel Valley. With a revamped menu comprised of New American dishes with Latin influence, and a vast bar of specialty cocktails and premium spirits, we're here to give you an unforgettable dining experience.
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4.8
Exceptional(336)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
Kato serves seasonally-focused tasting menus influenced by Taiwan and Asian American nostalgia. Dining Room Tasting Menu │ $325 The dining room tasting menu focuses on seasonality and innovation. Bar Tasting Menu │ $185The bar tasting menu is a slightly abbreviated collection of classic Kato dishes. An 18% fair wage and operational fee has been added to your bill. It goes to provide elevated, comprehensive benefits, as well as consistent, livable wages for all staff. Though many of our guests choose to leave gratuity for exemplary service, it is neither necessary nor expected, though it is greatly appreciated. This gratuity will be shared by all hourly staff.
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4.6
Exceptional(3645)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 50 times today
Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.
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4.8
Exceptional(225)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 29 times today
Located in the Arts District of Los Angeles, 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.Designed by Los Angeles native Matt Winter and named for Manuela Wirth, the restaurant is illuminated and animated by specially commissioned works from artists Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Raymond Pettibon.
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4.6
Exceptional(2134)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
Rossoblu celebrates chef Steve Samson’s two home cities, Los Angeles and Bologna, Italy. The menu features house made salumi, soulful pastas, market produce, and wood grilled fish and meats.Located in downtown’s City Market South, the site of Los Angeles’s original produce market, Rossoblu’s vaulted dining room and open kitchen create a festive dining environment. The restaurant’s private outdoor piazza allows al fresco diners to feel far removed from the nearby city bustle. An intimate basement wine cellar can be reserved for private parties.
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4.6
Exceptional(109)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Whittier
Booked 16 times today
Four Bricks by La Crosta is a rustic Italian Steakhouse located in a historic part of Uptown Whittier. The location was named Four Bricks for the first brick buildings built at the turn of the century when the city was established.We pride ourselves on making fresh handmade pastas, serving highest quality prime steaks, and seasonal Italian creations.Chef Jason Raiola started his culinary career in 2007 and has worked throughout Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. A love for Neapolitan Pizza led him to start La Crosta Wood Fired Pizza in 2019 with his wife Heather and is proof of his love for fresh Italian ingredients.Four Bricks by La Crosta is a husband and wife team, a family venture, a place to enjoy great food with family, friends , and community.

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Discover best special occasions restaurants in Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs

Discover the perfect venues for celebrating special occasions at an array of distinguished restaurants located in Downtown, South and East LA, and the Downey / Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs areas. Each establishment offers a unique dining experience tailored to make your events memorable, ranging from intimate settings with gourmet menus to vibrant spaces that are ideal for larger gatherings. The culinary offerings are diverse, ensuring that every palate is catered to with dishes that blend traditional flavors with contemporary twists. These restaurants not only provide exceptional food but also boast attentive service and a warm ambiance, making them top picks for any celebration. The dining scene in these neighborhoods is dynamic and eclectic, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of Los Angeles. Whether you're planning a birthday, an anniversary, or any other special event, these locations promise an unforgettable dining experience that will impress all your guests. Prioritize making your reservations to secure the best spots in these sought-after destinations.

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