Group Dine-Arounds
Friday January 26, 2024 at 6:30pm
We are thrilled to offer dine-arounds to enhance your time in Los Angeles!
You will be invited to choose from some of the city’s most iconic restaurants as well as a few new favorites and have a memorable culinary experience while connecting with your Levitt peers. Hosted by the Levitt Foundation, groups of 10-20 will dine at each restaurant with cuisines reflecting the global diversity of LA—from Mexican, Korean, and Peruvian to Chinese, Italian, and standard American fare—among other delicious options.
Bludso's BBQ
Featured on Diners, Drive-In and Dives, this Black-owned BBQ restaurant has become a Los Angeles staple for soul food enthusiasts. Indulge in tasty food from James Beard Award winner Kevin Bludso that includes hushpuppies, fried okra, and a wide variety of smoked low and slow-cooked Texas-style meat. Limited vegetarian options. Visit Bludso’s BBQ for more info!
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cuisine: BBQ
Restaurant Lead: Chris Dzialo
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 7.4 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:30 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Cabra
A standout among LA’s culinary scene, Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard’s Cabra Los Angeles has received great acclaim. Spend your evening on the rooftop of The Hoxton enjoying Izard’s bright and bold Peruvian inspired cuisine. From salmon ceviche and papas huancaina to chorizo skewers, the innovative flavors will delight your palette as you take in panoramic views of Downtown LA. Limited vegetarian options. Visit Cabra for more info!
Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: Peruvian
Restaurant Lead: Victoria Bridentine
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 0.9 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 6:00 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Chosun Galbee
Korean BBQ enthusiasts rate Chosun Galbee as one of the best restaurants in Koreatown. Their beautiful garden-like open air dining is the perfect ambiance to socialize while enjoying your choice of prime meat cuts, noodle soups, and a wide range of classic Korean dishes. Limited vegetarian options. Visit Chosun Galbee for more info!
Neighborhood: Koreatown
Cuisine: Korean BBQ
Restaurant Lead: Rayna Rogers, Lisa Wagner
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 3.1 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:45 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
El Cholo
If you love specialty margaritas and Mexican food, this is your opportunity to dine at LA’s very first Mexican restaurant! Founded in 1923, El Cholo is a family-owned and operated LA staple and is often referred to as the birthplace of Cal-Mex cuisine. Visit El Cholo for more info!
Neighborhood: Pico Union
Cuisine: Mexican
Restaurant Lead: Arianne Ousley
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 0.4 miles; Approx. 5 min ride/11 min walk
Group departs from Hotel Indigo lobby at 6:10 pm
Fixins Soul Kitchen
Right in the heart of LA Live you’ll find one of the top-rated Black-owned restaurants for authentic soul food at Fixins Soul Kitchen. With menu items like gumbo, catfish, deep fried deviled eggs, and chicken and waffles with strawberry infused butter (a fan favorite!), this restaurant celebrates the cuisine of the rich heritage and culture of African Americans. Visit Fixins Soul Kitchen for more info!
Neighborhood: Downtown (LA Live)
Cuisine: Soul Food
Restaurant Leads: Amber Withers, Brittany Van Natta
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 0.3 miles; Approx. 3 min ride/8 min walk
Group departs from Hotel Indigo lobby at 6:10 pm
Grandmaster Recorders
This truly unique dining experience is located in the historic recording studio where music legends such as Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, Ringo Starr, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers once recorded iconic songs. Enjoy the Hollywood ambiance as you savor Italian-Australian cuisine, with dishes that reinvent traditional flavors. Visit Grandmaster Recorders for more info!
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cuisine: Italian-Australian
Restaurant Lead: Mark Arteaga
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 7.1 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:45 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Guelaguetza
Have you ever had a flight of mole? Order one for the group and enjoy the unique and traditional cuisine of Oaxaca, Mexico, at Guelaguetza. Their elaborate menu, featuring their famous mole, flavorful tlayudas, and signature Michelada mix, is paired with live music every night making this your one-stop spot for a festive experience in the Koreatown neighborhood. Visit Guelaguetza for more info!
Neighborhood: Koreatown
Cuisine: Mexican
Restaurant Lead: Ryan Locante
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 2.5 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:45 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Joey DTLA
Take a trip around the world and enjoy a globally inspired menu, spanning Mediterranean to Italian, Asian to classic American from award-winning executive chefs at Joey DTLA. The sophisticated menu paired with the cosmopolitan charm and warm ambiance make this the perfect dining oasis within the city. Visit Joey DTLA for more info!
Neighborhood: Downtown
Cuisine: American
Restaurant Lead: Vanessa Silberman
Distance from Hotel Indigo: .5 miles; Approx. 5 min ride/11 min walk
Group departs from Hotel Indigo lobby at 6:10 pm
Katsuya
Katsuya is a Los Angeles destination for traditional Japanese cuisine bursting with modern flavors, earning its reputation as a choice dining hotspot of the city. If you love sushi, you’ll enjoy the inventive creations of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi, with several “must-try” items on the menu. Limited vegetarian options. Visit Katsuya for more info!
Neighborhood: DTLA
Cuisine: Japanese
Restaurant Leads: Cerissa Linegar, Sydney Sweeney
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 0.3 miles; Approx. 3 min drive/6 min walk
Group departs from Hotel Indigo lobby at 6:10 pm
La Rose Cafe
Foodies rave about this eclectic Filipino spot in Hollywood where savory and sweet flavors are plentiful. Get ready to sample their staple dishes like the garlic rice, tocino, buchon, and Halo Halo, plus the bread pudding which the LA Times hailed as the “best bread pudding in LA.” Visit La Rose Cafe for more info!
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cuisine: Filipino
Restaurant Leads: Nicole McGaffey, Carly Swanson
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 5.3 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:45 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Messob Ethiopian Restaurant
Step into the Little Ethiopia district and immerse yourself in a unique dining experience. Enjoy generous portions and a variety of textures, spices, and fresh flavors, including a range of vegetarian options, all while eating with your hands! Compliment your meal with a traditional Ethiopian coffee or honey wine. Visit Messob Ethiopian Restaurant for more info!
Neighborhood: Little Ethiopia
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Restaurant Lead: Dagmar Koss, Nancy Halverson
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 8.2 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:45 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Rao’s
Widely acclaimed for its authentic, Southern Neapolitan style, indulge in the full range of traditional homemade Italian cuisine at Rao’s! In addition to their world-famous pasta sauce, Rao’s homemade veal meatballs, lemon chicken, seafood salad, and cheesecake are an unforgettable delight! Visit Rao’s for more info!
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cuisine: Italian
Restaurant Lead: Kimberly James
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 7 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo at 5:30 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo
Yang Chow
This hidden gem prepares a staple dish that locals, tourists, and the LA Times have been raving about since the ’80s – Slippery Shrimp! Yang Chow’s extensive menu is bursting with Mandarin and Szechuan flavors, for your own tasting adventure while in the heart of Chinatown. Visit Yang Chow for more info!
Neighborhood: Chinatown
Cuisine: Chinese
Restaurant Lead: Anne Sturm
Distance from Hotel Indigo: 2.4 miles
Shuttle departs from Hotel Indigo 6:00 pm
Uber/Lyft for return to Hotel Indigo