A Look at the Exciting New Restaurants Celebrated in 2024
Foodies Flock to DTLA for Annual Best New Restaurants Celebration
Last Thursday evening, a lively crowd gathered in Downtown Los Angeles for the annual Best New Restaurants event hosted by Los Angeles magazine, celebrating the top culinary spots highlighted in its January issue. The event drew food enthusiasts from near and far, offering a delectable showcase of new dining experiences that have emerged over the past year.
Attendees indulged in a variety of gourmet dishes at the California Market Center, ranging from savory beef tartare cones and rich tiramisu to flavorful lamb curry and perfectly cooked filet mignon with fries. Among the standout offerings were the lamb ribs from Charcoal Sunset, which disappeared from plates just an hour into the festivities. Diners also formed long lines for sushi prepared by Uchi West Hollywood. Other notable foods included mini burritos from ATLA Venice and sliders from Love & Salt. Additionally, Thai Central Cuisine served a selection of sweet, salty, and savory noodle dishes, while Hank’s featured uniquely crafted deviled eggs. Casa Madera, located in the Mondrian hotel, showcased a delightful tuna tartare topped with a salty foam, and from Los Feliz, Mirate presented a remarkable pork belly tostada.
The event also featured a wide array of other establishments, including ARDOR, BAAR BAAR Los Angeles, Bar Chelou, Casaléna, Dante Beverly Hills, Di Di, Donna’s, Espelette Beverly Hills, LAVO Ristorante, LORETO, Mr. T Los Angeles, OMG Kabob, San Laurel by Jose Andres at the Conrad Los Angeles, Saucy Chick Goat Mafia, Tenkatori West L.A., XUNTOS, and Yakiya.
For those with a sweet tooth, dessert options were plentiful, as numerous bakeries contributed baked goods. Attendees enjoyed treats from BAKE SOME NOISE, Bertha Mae’s Brownie Co., Etoile Filante Patisserie, and I Like Pie Bake Shop.
Guests paired their culinary delights with selections from 15 wineries worldwide, including Bernardus Winery from the Santa Lucia Highlands, Croix Estate from the Russian River Valley in Sonoma, and Frey Vineyards from Mendocino, among others.
The event proved to be a resounding success, reinforcing Los Angeles’s reputation as a vibrant culinary destination. Plans are already in motion for next year’s Best New Restaurants celebration, ensuring this occasion continues to shine a spotlight on the city’s diverse and innovative dining landscape.
