✦ Local Guide · Chinatown

🕯️ Date Night Restaurants in Chinatown

The best romantic and intimate spots perfect for a date in Chinatown — curated from over 200 LA restaurants.

3 picks

Chinatown has one of the most layered date-night dining scenes in Los Angeles — you can go Michelin-starred tasting menu or a candlelit 30-seat counter and never feel like you're settling. These 3 picks range from splurge-worthy special occasions to spots that make a Tuesday feel like an event. Every restaurant comes with a real TikTok review so you can check the vibe and the crowd before you book. Top of the list: Lasita, Yang Chow, Majordōmo.

Chinatown is having a dining renaissance alongside its established Chinese institutions — newer openings sit alongside classics that have been there for generations.

Lasita Watch

Lasita

Filipino · Modern  ·  Chinatown  ·  $$

★★★★½ 4.6

Chinatown's acclaimed Filipino restaurant where chicken inasal, sisig, and the spirit of Manila arrive in a beautiful space

Must-try: Chicken inasal, Mushroom sisig, Garlic fried rice

📍 727 N Broadway #120, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Full Details Reserve on Resy
Yang Chow Watch

Yang Chow

Chinese · American  ·  Chinatown  ·  $$

★★★★☆ 4.4

Chinatown's slippery shrimp institution since 1977 — LA's most iconic Chinese-American dish

Must-try: Slippery shrimp, Garlic string beans, Pan-fried noodles

📍 819 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Majordōmo Watch

Majordōmo

American · Korean-inflected  ·  Chinatown  ·  $$$

★★★★☆ 4.4

David Chang's California restaurant — large-format short ribs and Korean-inflected American cooking near Chinatown

Must-try: Whole plate short rib (for the table), Scallop bing, Smoked bo ssäm

📍 1725 Naud St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Full Details Reserve on OpenTable

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best date night restaurant in Chinatown?

Lasita consistently tops the list — it combines exceptional food with an atmosphere that feels genuinely special without being stuffy. Book ahead; it fills up on weekends.

Are there romantic restaurants in Chinatown that aren't too expensive?

Yes — Yang Chow is a great choice if you want a memorable meal without the fine-dining price tag. The food is excellent and the setting still feels like a proper night out.

Do I need a reservation for date night dining?

For most of these picks, yes — especially on Friday and Saturday. Book at least 3–5 days ahead on Resy or OpenTable. A few spots are walk-in friendly on weeknights.

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