Ristorante Per L’Ora

Elmer Byrd 4 months ago

We dined at Ristorante Per L’Ora in downtown Los Angeles and were immediately struck by the elegant, airy space inside the Hotel Per La. The room feels grand yet intimate, with high ceilings, Italian‑inspired design, and a refined but relaxed atmosphere perfect for both dates and business dinners. The menu mingles coastal Italian flavors with a California spin. Standouts include the focaccia with rosemary and Parmesan, the orecchiette birria with guajillo‑chile ragù, and bright dishes like the endive salad and seafood‑forward pastas. The food is very fresh and well‑executed, though a few items feel a bit rich or heavy if you order too many main courses. Service is professional and attentive, and the vibe is polished without being stuffy. It’s a great choice if you’re staying downtown or looking for an elevated Italian meal with LA flair.

Andy Ly 7 months ago

We dined at La Perla Ristorante during the Dine LA Restaurant Week experience while celebrating an anniversary, and the evening unfortunately took a very serious turn. The food quality was very subpar. The starters were overly salty, the meat courses were overcooked, and overall the dishes lacked the level of care and execution one would expect from an upscale Italian restaurant - particularly during a Dine LA menu that is meant to showcase the kitchen at its best. More concerning was how a severe allergy was handled. We informed the staff in advance of this allergy, yet a member of our group experienced a reaction during the meal. This was extremely distressing and caused us to leave promptly for health and safety reasons. Given the circumstances, we left a $0 tip, which was communicated at the time and directly related to the allergy incident and how it was handled - not out of negligence or bad faith. Two days later, after checking my bank statement, I discovered that an additional ~$40 tip had been added without my consent or prior disclosure, despite the fact that no tip had been left due to the incident. This was never communicated at the time of payment and removed any op

Steven N. 11 months ago

What a great atmosphere! The drinks were very well made although their bourbon lineup needs some elevation to match the artful decor and attentive service. The four course tasting menu was perfectly portioned, delightfully presented and most importantly, delectable to our taste buds. I would definitively bring friends back when visiting again.

Paprika Meow 11 months ago

Taste :4.0/5 Environment: 4.8/5 Service：4.2/5 A little slice of Europe… in LA. Ristorante Per L’Ora might just be the city’s coziest hidden gem. 🌿 Simple menu Cozy vibes tucked inside a pet-friendly hotel. 🪞 Interiors that make you forget you’re in DTLA. The brunch menu is simple but you will still enjoy the cozy vibe Parking is a bit challenging but they offer valet but it’s kind of expensive than other place

Frances 2 years ago

This restaurant is located at 7th street and Olive. Very nice restaurant. I like the atmosphere; quiet and relaxing environments to meet friends or business lunch or dinner. Staffs are friendly. You will also find a huge safe underground. There is 4% hotel fee but they are ok to remove it because we want to tip the waiter more.