Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Los Angeles

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

LBCC Bistro

4.8

4.8 (42)

$30 and under

International

Lakewood / Bellflower

About the restaurant

The Bistro, run by students in Culinary Arts, offers food at a fine-dining standard and features a revolving prix fixe menu with a choice of appetizer or salad, entrée, and dessert for $20, tax included. Each week the Bistro focuses on cuisine from a different region, such as Asian, Mediterranean, Southern, Latin American or French cuisine. A vegetarian option is available.

Top review

Barbara

Dined on Mar 12, 2025

We had so much fun going back on campus as alumni to have lunch at the LBCC Bistro. The menu for the day we made reservations featured Mediterranean style dining. We shared two appetizers—Spinakopita and pita with Hummus, Babaganoush, and tabbouli. Both appetizers were delicious. My husband ordered the sea bass for his entree, which was served with rice and asparagus. I ordered the chicken kabob, which was served on a bed of rice with veggies. Both entrees were tasty and presented beautifully. We shared two desserts—ice cream with a baklava topping and a honey soaked cake. Both were outstanding, flavorful and a treat for the eye. It was a delightful lunch. Our server, Lulu, was great as were the chefs and helpers. The LBCC Culinary Arts program is excellent. We enjoyed watching the chefs at work through the large picture window to the kitchen and the closeups on the tv screens in the dining room.

Carousel Restaurant - Hollywood

4.9

4.9 (104)

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

East Hollywood

About the restaurant

From of our family to yours, Carousel is the premier Los Angeles area restaurant providing guests with the complete culinary experience when it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Lebanese cuisine. In the Middle Eastern culture, meza (Lebanese term for appetizer) consists of a vast array of small sized, hot and cold dishes, great for sampling and sharing. At Carousel, our menu offers a selection of kebabs to seafood to an array of vegetarian items. We offer more than 60 meza items, ranging from familiar dishes, such as hummus, falafel and tabouleh to more traditional delicacies. Everything that we serve comes from original family recipes passed down through generations. With the supervision of our Chef de Cuisine and co-owner, Mrs. Rose Tcholakian, each dish that is served is sure to bestow the quality and freshness Carousel is well known for. For those unfamiliar to Lebanese food, a helpful service staff will guide you through what is sure to be a habit-forming journey.

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jeffrey

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

It’s was great set menu and was an enjoyable evening out

401K Food and Wine

5.0

5 (392)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Venice

About the restaurant

Welcome to 401K Food and Wine, an all gluten free eatery and wine bar by the creators of Sinners & Saints Desserts!

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KazumiVIP

Dined on Jan 31, 2025

This might be one of my favorite restaurants! I have a wheat allergy and can really only eat gluten-free. The entire menu is an option for me!!!!!!!!!

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Experience

Blind Tasting Wine Bingo

Experience

WineTimeWithFerdy: BURGUNDY

Joselito's Mexican Food

4.9

4.9 (454)

$30 and under

Mexican

Tujunga

About the restaurant

In the northernmost part of LA’s San Fernando Valley, near the tranquil Angeles National Forest, lies Tujunga’s culinary gem: Joselito’s. Since 1977, we’ve been the go-to destination for delicious Cali-Mexican cuisine. Dine on our sun-drenched Hacienda patio, enjoy the coziness of our uniquely decorated dining room, or book our private space for up to 35 guests for special occasions.

Savor award-winning offerings, including the legendary Taco Lito, Fajitas Chupacabras, and Seared Ahi Tacos. Our Certified Angus steaks are a must-try, complemented by diverse seafood and vegetarian options. Our acclaimed margaritas and exceptional service have garnered accolades.

Craving sweets? Dive into Tujunga favorites like our Churro Donuts or home-made butterscotch flan. For larger events, our top-rated catering brings the Joselito’s magic to you. Experience the warmth and decades of culinary excellence at Joselito’s.

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EmersonVIP

Dined on Feb 23, 2025

My family and I love this place. Great local gem. Great food, amazing margarita selection. Thank you for being awesome!

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Rockpool California

4.9

4.9 (18)

$50 and over

Sushi

Beverly Hills

About the restaurant

LA’s PREMIER SUSHI SPOT FEATURING LOCALLY CAUGHT FISH.
Rockpool California is a slice of Californian freshness right in your neighborhood. Led by Chef Yasu, an Osaka native and sushi aficionado, we're dedicated to delivering genuine taste experiences. Our commitment? Sourcing our seafood directly from local fishermen. Each dish is a celebration of simplicity, allowing the natural flavors of our local fresh ingredients to shine. Yasu's dream? To offer Angelenos delicious and sustainable cuisine by showcasing the freshest locally caught fish.

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Kathleen

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Rockpool was EXCELLENT!! We thought it would be good, but it was amazing! Totally going back! Service was as excellent as the food!

Asayoru Maid Cafe

5.0

5 (19)

$31 to $50

Creative Japanese

Monterey Park

About the restaurant

Asayoru Maid Cafe is LA’s permanent brick and mortar maid cafe! Here, at Asayoru, you can…
⭐️Experience high energy performances!
⭐️Meet charming and talented maids!
⭐️Enjoy magical-tasting comfort foods!
Be part of the moe moe magic!
Welcome home, Masters and Princesses! ♡

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Lucy

Dined on Mar 12, 2025

Customer service is good, experiences is fun, the food is good

Cafe Bizou - Agoura Hills

4.9

4.9 (4691)

$30 and under

French

Agoura Hills / Westlake Village

About the restaurant

We are open for takeout and delivery! Offering a $25 three course, prix fixed menu. We also have a la carte items available as well.

At Cafe Bizou we pride ourselves in providing with top quality service and delicious food in a family friendly restaurant.

Cafe Bizou Restaurant is the perfect setting for Business Meetings and Events, Family Reunions, Birthday celebrations or Rehearsal dinners. We can accommodate any size group and will help you select a menu that best fits your event. Contact us today to start planning your next gathering.

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HersheeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely Fantastic as usual. Food, ambience and top notch customer service. Love love the place

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4.9

4.9 (151)

$30 and under

Argentinean

Eagle Rock

About the restaurant

Malbec Market is the little sister of Malbec Argentinean Cuisine. Providing the enticing flavors of Argentine and Italian Foods in a casual environment. Whether you order the meat dishes or one of our vegetarian dishes, you are sure to find something that you will enjoy.

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DebbieVIP

Dined on Feb 16, 2025

Excellent food great service very kind staff and met owner

Amarone Kitchen and Bar

4.9

4.9 (97)

$31 to $50

Italian

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Amarone Kitchen & Bar is an Italian family owned restaurant where organic ingredients are used whenever possible. We make all our breads, pastas, sauces and desserts in house daily. Dining at Amarone is like being in Italy with an intimate and cozy setting and delicious simple food

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Sydney

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

Wonderful place and food. It had so many great reviews and we saw why. The owner was so friendly and our food was delicious. Our first time going but definitely not our last!

Piccola Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (2854)

$31 to $50

Italian

Valencia

About the restaurant

15 years ago the Piccola Trattoria name was introduced to the Santa Clarita Valley. A concept that began from its Sicilian roots, a way to offer the delicious meals the Piccola Trattoria family grew up enjoying, our interpretation of the best we have come to know in the Italian culture using the best local ingredients as simply as possible. The same delicious simple food that tastes as good as you remember from your last visit to Italy. The menu is an expression of our most cherished Italian dishes, ranging from fresh pastas, handmade raviolis, and pizza, and incorporating all the freshest local produce, seafood, and meat available. A vast wine list highlighting our collection of the best wine regions in Italy to compliment your dining experience. Our staff is passionate about bringing you Italian hospitality in a warm atmosphere that hopes to remind you of an intimate family dinner. We look forward to welcoming you into Piccola Trattoria! Ciao!

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Liza

Dined 1 day ago

We always go to this restaurant because of their excellent customer service and sumptuous food. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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Lasagna

Popular dish

Spaghetti alla Pescatora

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