3 curated picks with real TikTok reviews — updated 2026.
3 restaurantsThese are the best italian restaurants in DTLA — ranked by quality, curated from over 230 LA restaurants tracked by Forks.LA. Top picks: Bestia, Rossoblu, Bottega Louie.
Downtown LA's restaurant scene has transformed dramatically — the Arts District, Little Tokyo, and the Historic Core each have their own identity.
DTLA's Arts District Italian anchor — Ori Menashe's whole-animal cooking and Genevieve Gergis's pastry program in one unmissable room
Must-try: Lasagna, Uni spice tagliolini, Bone marrow butter with grilled bread
📍 2121 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021
DTLA's Fashion District Emilian trattoria — hand-rolled pasta, bollito misto, and a wine cellar that takes Bologna seriously
Must-try: Tagliatelle al ragù Bolognese, Bollito misto, Crescentine fritte
📍 1124 San Julian St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Grand all-day DTLA patisserie with macarons, Italian mains, and weekend brunch for 300 people
Must-try: Macaron Tower, House Carbonara, Eggs Benedict (brunch)
📍 700 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Bestia is the top pick — consistently excellent food, a great atmosphere, and the kind of place locals recommend without hesitation.
Yes — DTLA has 3 strong italian options ranging from casual neighborhood spots to destination-worthy restaurants. Bestia, Rossoblu, Bottega Louie are the standouts.
For the top spots, yes — book 3–5 days ahead on Resy or OpenTable, especially for weekend evenings. Bottega Louie is more walk-in friendly if you prefer to be spontaneous.