Ресторан · Los Angeles · ⭐ 9.7/10 · 5235 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 20:04:13
Address: 700 W 7th St Ste S430, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States
JOEY DTLA — global comfort food, executed like clockwork
Skeptics of restaurant groups tend to go quiet at JOEY DTLA. The downtown flagship of the Canadian hospitality company runs its sprawling, globally inspired menu with a precision most independents would envy: sushi rolled next to steaks, burgers next to Thai-leaning bowls, all coming out of the kitchen fast, hot and consistent, night after night.
The concept
JOEY built its reputation on one idea: take crowd-pleasing dishes from around the world and refine them relentlessly. The DTLA location, set inside The Bloc shopping complex in the financial heart of downtown, is the concept at full scale — a polished dining room, a serious cocktail bar and what is claimed to be the largest street-level patio in downtown Los Angeles.
What to order
The steak and lobster ravioli and the lobster grilled cheese are the location’s cult items. The Korean fried cauliflower bowl shows the kitchen’s range, sushi rolls are far better than a non-Japanese restaurant has any right to make, and the burgers with truffle fries anchor the comfort end. Steaks come properly seared and rested; the bar backs it all with sharp classics and an approachable wine list.
The space
A big, glossy room — warm wood, leather booths, low amber lighting and an energetic open bar — flowing out onto a vast landscaped patio at the base of the towers. Inside skews date-night sleek; outside is downtown people-watching at its best, with heat lamps keeping the terrace going year-round.
Who it’s for
After-work groups who cannot agree on one cuisine, business lunches that need speed without sacrifice, pre-theater dinners, and anyone staying downtown who wants a guaranteed good meal without a gamble.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation? Recommended for prime dinner hours and weekends; the bar and patio keep space for walk-ins.
What is the must-order dish? The steak and lobster ravioli, with the lobster grilled cheese as the indulgent runner-up and truffle fries for the table.
Is the patio heated? Yes — the terrace runs year-round with heaters, and it is one of the largest street-level patios in downtown.
Does the menu suit picky groups? That is its superpower: sushi, steak, burgers, bowls and vegetarian-friendly plates all on one menu.
Is it open late? Later than most downtown kitchens — it stretches past midnight on many nights, making it a reliable last stop.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–01:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–01:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00–01:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00–00:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 20:04:13
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Joey DTLA never disappoints. The general manager, Clayton, is so warm and welcoming. You see him all over the restaurant, helping with whatever needs doing and greeting guests flawlessly. The servers are phenomenal, Tyra…
A little late with the review, but I have to leave it, as promised. Last month we were here with my best friend to celebrate our birthdays, and I'm so glad we did! The service we got from the very first second was welcom…
Visited JOEY DTLA for the first time to celebrate a birthday on a busy Saturday evening. The restaurant is located in the open-air The Bloc shopping centre.
The restaurant offers free champagne (you may have to ask the h…
Last Friday, when we were in Los Angeles for my husband's birthday, we came here after wonderful reviews on TikTok, and this place did not disappoint. We were greeted with a wonderful mood, glasses of champagne and a won…
My colleague and I had lunch here because it was very convenient near our accommodation (the Sheraton Grand next door).
The food was very tasty, and we had a few Coronas, but I was surprised how limited their draft beer…