The Best Restaurants Near Mid-Wilshire Los Angeles

An excursion to L.A.‘s hip and happening Mid-Wilshire area is sure to work up an appetite – and this neighborhood delivers on the food front. Here are the top 10 places to eat in this bustling neighborhood.

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The LACMA Café and Restaurant

Cafe, Restaurant, American
If you start feeling hungry after experiencing the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, there are two options for you to choose from: a cafeteria-like cafe, or a more intimate version in the downstairs restaurant. In the upstairs cafe, you are able to grab your food and eat a nice meal by the fountain and enjoy the fresh air. Go for a turkey pesto sandwich with a side of sweet potato fries. Downstairs you will be seated, waited on, and have a spectacular view of Chris Burden’s street light installation.

Restaurant, Bar, Mexican, Vegetarian, Spanish, $
This upbeat restaurant has dancing nights on Tuesdays and Thursdays where you can even join in on the lessons, dollar taco nights on Wednesday, and happy hours throughout the week. They have an excellent variety of cocktails and Mexican beer on tap. The enchiladas suizas does not disappoint with chicken cooked to perfection and flavorful green salsa.

Trejo’s Tacos

Actor-turned-restauranteur Danny Trejo’s first venture packs a punch. With 10 different taco options on the menu, all made from locally sourced ingredients, Trejo’s Tacos is already a crowd favorite The beef brisket tacos are succulent and authentic, and go up a notch with the addition of Trejo’s signature hot sauce. Pro-tip: go for the taco sampler platter and taste them all.

République

Bakery, Bar, Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, French, European, $$

Walking into République, you will immediately be awestruck by the charming environment, making it a great place for a date night or for brunch. Order the spectacular pork belly breakfast sandwich with a fried egg on top, and pair with a sharp espresso and chocolate cake for dessert. Or, choose from their decadent treats in the bakery window. Rest assured, every food item is prepared with attention to detail and flavor – that’s a relief, because it is really hard to choose.

The Roof on Wilshire

Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American, $

The ambience of The Roof on Wilshire will remove you from the hustle and bustle of traffic with 360-degree views of the city, a full bar with crafted cocktails, along with the relaxed vibe of being able to dine in a lounge environment under the stars. Try the moist glazed chicken breast with spinach, capers, and polenta, and the s’mores cheesecake for dessert. Dining this high above the fray will inspire you to treat yourself.

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