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Need to grab a bite before going to the Crypto.com Arena to watch a Lakers game or hear your favorite artist perform? Here are all the places nearby you’ll want to check out.
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Website/ 939 Figueroa St 90015
Just a five-minute walk from the arena, this restaurant inside Hotel Figueroa might be closer to the venue than your parking spot for the night. Deme presents a poolside dining experience that journeys you through an Eastern Mediterranean culinary adventure. Showcasing dishes from the Greek Islands, Turkey, Lebanon, Cyprus and Israel—and all the while using California’s renowned produce, fish and meats—menu highlights include housemade dips with pita bread, a succulent octopus skewer and lamb dumplings.
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Website/ 1254 S Figueroa St 90015
Aside from actually being inside Crypto.com Arena, you can’t get closer than Level 8. The multi-concept destination by Houston Hospitality stuns inside Moxy Downtown Los Angeles, inviting Angelenos to enjoy a piano bar, French-Japanese teppanyaki, South American live-fire cooking or a Champagne-oyster bar— or all of the above and then some.
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Website/ 705 W 9th St 90015
Less than a ten-minute walk from the venue (which translates to just under a half mile), Baar Baar brings the party even before your night’s main event. The NYC-born restaurant presents Indian cuisine by way of a cocktail bar vibe, making for a spirited feast of local produce, regional Indian flavors and standout cocktails.
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Website/ 1100 S Broadway 90015
Located on the rooftop of the Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel, Cara Cara is a great spot to crab dinner and drinks before heading to the Crypto.com Arena for a night of entertainment. With incredible views of DTLA skyline, innovative cocktails and classic California cuisine, Cara Cara creates a gorgeous outdoor lounging environment and is just a 10 minute walk from the arena.
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Website/ 800 W Olympic Blvd Suite A-135 90015
Just a three minute walk away from Crypto.com Arena, Flemings in L.A. Live is known for their exceptional steaks and delicious shareable sides like their chipotle cheddar mac and cheese. Whether you’re about to head to a game or a concert, Flemings is right there for an incredible pre-entertainment meal.
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Website/ 141 S Grand Ave 90012
Inspired by Los Angeles culture, Asterid employs L.A. culinary traditions and techniques to provide a dazzling dining experience for its guests. About an eight minute drive from the Crypto.com Arena, Astrid serves classic dishes with unique spins like their prawns served with Brentwood corn, apricot, sungold tomato and chile ancho. Plus, they have a wide selection of creative cocktails for pre-show sipping.
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Website/ 800 W Olympic Blvd STE 220 90015
Another L.A. Live gem that’s perfect for dinner before a night at the Crypto.com Arena is Katsuya. With both an indoor dining area and outdoor front patio, Katsuya has amazing food selections from their signature crispy rice with spicy tuna to their miso glazed black cod. This spot does not disappoint.
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Website/ 555-3 Mateo St 90013
The Girl & the Goat pulls from its Chicago roots while incorporating California flair when creating their dishes. About a 10 minute drive from the Crypto.com Arena, this cutesy restaurant has a greenhouse feel complimented by light wood decor. Try out their thai style sweet and sour grilled whole branzino or their sticky glazed pork shank before your next arena outing.
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Website/ 2121 E 7th Pl 90021
Bestia is a multi-regional rustic Italian restaurant grounded in the juxtaposition of contemporary and classic. Only a 10 minute drive from the arena, Bestia is a great spot to grab a delicious Italian meal before enjoying a game or show. Some standout menu items include the ricotta tortelli with guanciale, zia tomatoes, cream and calabrian chili and the slow roasted lamb neck with smoked anchovy creme fraiche, gem lettuce and herbs.
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Website/ 100 S Grand Ave 90012
About a mile and a half from Crypto.com Arena, Agua Viva is the perfect spot to grab some food and relax on the rooftop terrace. Known for a menu of Asian flavors with Latin American and Spanish influences, the creations that chef Jose Andres makes will leave you full before the show.
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Website/ 700 South Grand Avenue 90017
Bottega Louie has delicious salads, pizzas, pastas and sandwiches for a pre-show (or game) carb load-up! Located less than one mile away from Crypto.com Arena, it is a prime choice for Italian cuisine before your night’s main event.
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Website/ 1060 S Broadway 90015
A 12-minute walk to Crypto.com Arena (and even faster Uber), Cabra is a must-secure reservation for when you’re looking for an excellent meal paired with city views. From the team behind Girl & the Goat, this rooftop dining experience showcases Peruvian flavors through plates like the bass ceviche, crispy pork shank, wood-fried skirt steak, empanadas and so much more.
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Website/ 868 S Olive Street 90015
Looking to grab a drink before heading to the arena? Pair glasses of vino with tasty bites at Good Clean Fun, a 13-minute walk from the arena.
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Website/ 317 S Broadway 90013
If you’re with a group that can’t agree on what to eat, Grand Central Market will ensure peace. The beloved food hall satisfies any hankering with a lineup of vendors that range from sushi and lobster rolls to tacos, sandwiches and beyond. It’s also just a mile-and-a-half away from the arena.
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Website/ 1100 S. Broadway 90015
Also a half a mile away from the arena, the Downtown L.A. Proper Hotel’s Caldo Verde serves Portuguese fare with old California influences and a hearty lineup of wines and craft cocktails.
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Website/ 3655 S Grand Avenue 90007
Discover some of the city’s freshest Yucatán-style seafood just two miles from the arena. A James Beard Award finalist, Holbox offers ceviches, tacos, aguachiles, tacos, plenty of raw bites and more.
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Website/ 114 East Second Street 90012
Less than two miles from Crypto.com Arena, Redbird’s memorable menu features modern American cuisine with seasonal plates ranging from snacks to entrees. Consider the shishito peppers, broccolini, pappardelle and the scallops.
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Website/ 900 West Olympic Blvd 90015
One of your closest options to the arena, Sendero is part of The Ritz Carlton, Los Angeles’ excellent lineup of dining options and presents a truly unique feasting extravaganza (and it’s all also within L.A. Live). Made up of four dining experiences, of which three are open, Sendero offers Baja-inspired cuisine at Corteza; Argentine steakhouse eats at Leña and rare and premium tequila and mezcal at Agave Library.
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Website/ 1240 S Figueroa St 90015
If you're headed to Crypto.com Arena for a Lakers or Kings game, kick-start the athletic spirit of the evening with a stop at nearby sports bar 33 Taps. The downtown outpost of the L.A.-born, family owned establishment is just a couple minutes' walk from the venue. More importantly, it has an impressive menu of local craft beers, vegan dishes, freshly made bites and more.
A night at the Crypto.com Arena is always a good time. Don’t ruin it by showing up with an empty stomach.
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Photography by: Courtesy of Agave Library/Sendero
