Group Dine-Arounds
Friday March 28, 2025 at 6:30pm
We are thrilled to offer dine-arounds to enhance your time in Los Angeles!
You are invited to choose from some of the city’s most iconic restaurants, including those with celebrated chefs, 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.
Sign up for the restaurant of your choice at the Convening registration table. Restaurants with “*” have a prix fixe/set menu available for your viewing at the registration table.
Crossroads Kitchen – Melrose
Appealing to all palates, Crossroads Kitchen redefines plant-based dining with delicious Mediterranean meals and an inspired cocktail menu served in a refined setting. Celebrated Chef Tal Ronnen, known for his inventive vegan cuisine featured in the restaurants of world-renowned hotels, believes great food and good times should be enjoyed by everyone. Visit Crossroads Kitchen for more info!
Neighborhood: Melrose
Cuisine: Vegan Mediterranean
Distance from Omni Hotel: 8.4 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:30 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
DAMA*
Enjoy flavor-forward pan-Latin cuisine and hand crafted classic-meets-tropics cocktails in this lush deco-tropical designed restaurant located in LA’s Fashion District. A favorite of the downtown restaurant scene, DAMA features exceptional dishes influenced by the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain by celebrated chef Antonia Lofaso. Visit DAMA for more info!
Neighborhood: Fashion District / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Latin American
Distance from Omni Hotel: 1.6 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:45 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
El Cholo
If you love specialty margaritas and classic 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 Los Angeles staple and is often referred to as the birthplace of Cal-Mex cuisine. Visit El Cholo for more info!
Neighborhood: LA Live / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Mexican
Distance from Omni Hotel: 1.5 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 6:00 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
Fixins Soul Kitchen*
In the heart of LA Live, Fixins Soul Kitchen is one of the top-rated Black-owned restaurants for authentic soul food. With menu items like cornmeal crusted catfish, deep fried deviled eggs, and creamy mac and cheese, this restaurant celebrates the cuisine of the rich heritage and culture of African Americans. Visit Fixins Soul Kitchen for more info!
Neighborhood: LA Live / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Soul Food
Distance from Omni Hotel: 1.5 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 6:00 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
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
Distance from Omni Hotel: 6.7 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:45 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
Katsuya*
Katsuya is a Los Angeles destination for traditional Japanese cuisine bursting with modern flavors, earning its reputation as a choice dining hotspot in the city. If you love sushi, you’ll enjoy the imagined creations of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi, with several “must-try” items on the menu. Limited vegetarian options. Visit Katsuya for more info!
Neighborhood: LA Live / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Japanese
Distance from Omni Hotel: 1.5 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 6:00 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
Pez Cantina*
A vibrant Mexican seafood house located steps from the Omni Hotel, Pez Cantina brings the soul of Baja California to Los Angeles with a menu featuring fresh coastal dishes. Standouts include sea bass citrus risotto, stuffed poblanos, and mariscos with flavorful sauces and bold custom seasonings celebrating the culinary roots of Mexico in a charming setting. Visit Pez Cantina for more info!
Neighborhood: Bunker Hill / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Seafood Mexican
Distance from Omni Hotel: 0.2 miles
Approx. 5 minute walk
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 6:00 pm to walk to restaurant.
Pizzeria Mozza*
Dubbed “a master class in the art of making pizza” by the LA Times, Pizzeria Mozza showcases the talents of Nancy Silverton, winner of the James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Chef Award. Alongside signature pizzas with iconic wood-fired crust, classic Italian dishes and pastas utilizing fresh California ingredients make for a memorable dining experience. Visit Pizzeria Mozza for more info!
Neighborhood: Hollywood / Hancock Park
Cuisine: Italian / Pizza
Distance from Omni Hotel: 6.6 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:30 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
Vespaio*
Located along the Grand Avenue cultural corridor across from the Omni Hotel, Vespaio is known for its classic Italian fare of seasonal dishes infused with influences from the Mediterranean. Offering beautifully plated meals, curated wines, specialty cocktails, and an elegant ambiance—perfect for a lovely evening. Visit Vespaio for more info!
Neighborhood: Bunker Hill / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Italian
Distance from Omni Hotel: 0.2 miles
Approx. 5 minute walk
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 6:00 to walk to restaurant.
White Elephant
In the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, White Elephant offers inspired dishes that blend traditional sweet Thai flavors and savory spices with delightful contemporary twists. Named for the sacred White Elephant that plays a significant role in Thailand’s culture, the restaurant delivers innovative creations and a flavorful experience of Thai cuisine. Visit White Elephant for more info!
Neighborhood: Historic Core / Downtown Los Angeles
Cuisine: Thai
Distance from Omni Hotel: 0.6 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:45 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel
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 the city’s Chinatown. Visit Yang Chow for more info!
Neighborhood: Chinatown
Cuisine: Chinese
Distance from Omni Hotel: 1.2 miles
Meet in Omni Hotel first floor lobby at 5:45 pm for shuttle departure.
Uber/Lyft for return to Omni Hotel