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Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining

4.6 (79)
$31 to $50
Mexican
5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

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Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining

4.6
$31 to $50
Mexican
Mid-Wilshire

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
THIS PAGE IS FOR PLANCHA TABLES ONLY (Where Our Chefs Cook at Your Table). For reservations in our standard Dining Room/Patio, please search for DESCANSO - LOS ANGELES on Open Table, visit our website or call 213.672.2444

PLANCHA Dining is available for Dinner Monday through Sunday and Saturday & Sunday Brunch.

Descanso is a contemporary kitchen & bar that blends traditional Mexican recipes with modern influence. Descanso serves Michoacán inspired cuisine, featuring fresh bold flavors and seasonal ingredients.

Dining Types:

PLANCHA
Make a reservation at a Plancha Table for an intimate experience with a Planchero Chef. This is a multi-course meal where each item is cooked in front of you at a communal table.

PLANCHA PRIVADA
A Plancha dining experience set in a private room with an elevated menu and includes a welcome reception. Call for reservations

STANDARD DINING
Make a reservation for our Standard dining room or patio on the 'Descanso - Los Angeles' Open Table Page.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jose Angulo
  • Catering
    Yes, we do Catering! Our culinary team has crafted a diverse menu featuring<br />delectable dishes for every occasion, ensuring your event is flawlessly executed from start to finish<br />with the support of our attentive and professional staff. Please call the restaurant to inquiry or go to our website www.descansorestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our versatile space has multiple areas that can be set up for large parties in private spaces. Our beautifully designed venue provides a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests! We are able to serve up to 500 guests. Call 213.672.2444 or email info@descansorestaurantla.com
  • Neighborhood
    Mid-Wilshire
  • Cross street
    Located the Corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Curson St.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop right out front of our location and the new Metro station will be opening soon which is only one block away.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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    hungrylittlemonsters

    ✨ Descanso (@descansorestaurant) brings a unique Mexican dining experience to Los Angeles with its Plancha dining, where chefs prepare a multi-course meal right at the table. Their cuisine is inspired by the flavors and traditions of Michoacán, making the experience about more than just the food. We enjoyed the interactive cooking, from the fire show to the Mexican fried rice prepared right on the plancha. The chef also shared the ingredients and cultural stories behind the dishes while beautifully plating each course. 🔥 For the entrées, we had the ribeye and sea bass, and everything was beautifully presented. It’s a great option if you’re looking for a dining experience that combines delicious food with interactive cooking and Mexican culture. 📍 Los Angeles: 5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 📍 They also have a Costa Mesa location. #DescansoLA #LosAngelesEats #MexicanFood #PlanchaDining #LAFoodie

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    crouching_tiger_hidden_foodie

    Struggling with where to eat? You're gonna want to save this! . I recently discovered my new favorite restaruant with great vibes that serves delicious and flavorful dishes. . Courtesy of the website (www.descansorestaurant.com) 👇 Descanso is a contemporary kitchen & bar that blends traditional Mexican recipes with modern influence offering both standard and interactive "Plancha" dining where chefs cook at your table. . Descanso has two locations. Costa Mesa and Los Angeles and I went to this one 👇 📍5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 . NOTE: Make sure to ask for Chef Dante when you go to the Los Angeles location. He not only has fantastic customer service, he is also very knowledgeable in what he does. . Follow @crouching_tiger_hidden_foodie for your next food craving . #descanso #mexicanresturant #foodcontent #diningout #losangeleseats

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    hungrylittlemonsters

    Descanso Restaurant (@descansorestaurant) — Thursdays just got a whole lot more crave-worthy. Huachinango Thursdays feature their famous Paraiso Huachinango—a bold, flavorful deep-fried whole red snapper made to share. This experience comes with elote asado, fresh guacamole, the signature snapper, and a dessert sampler, all for $58. Only available Thursdays from 5PM to close—bring your appetite and someone you like. I visited their Los Angeles location 📍5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036. #DescansoRestaurant #LADining #LAEats #FriedSnapper #LAFoodie

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    wickeddates

    💡 Descanso Mexican Restaurant 📍 5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 🅿️ 90 min free parking with validation 💵 $48 tasting 🏷️ @descansorestaurant Descanso is celebrating its one-year anniversary, complete with Taco Tasting Experience, Margarita Flights, Live Music, and proceeds benefiting Food Access Los Angeles Descanso is founded by Rob Arellano and led by Executive Chef Sergio Lopez, inspired by the vibrant flavors and culinary traditions of Michoacán, Mexico. Descanso offers two dining formats: Traditional dining, where guests order from the full menu. 🔥Plancha Dining, an immersive experience where Planchero Chefs prepare a lively multi-course meal right in front of you at a communal table. The menu celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients, sustainable seafood, and bold, regional flavors 🍸The bar features handcrafted margaritas, premium tequilas and mezcals, and standout cocktails like the Bad Hombre and El Descanso.

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    hiddeneatsla

    Kicked off the new year with this absolute banger of a meal from @descansorestaurant 🔥🔥🔥 📍 @descansorestaurant 5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angels ** Descanso will be celebrating its one-year anniversary on Thursday, January 22nd, complete with Taco Tasting Experience, Margarita Flights, Live Music, and proceeds benefiting Food Access Los Angeles **

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    hungrylittlemonsters

    ✨ Brunch at Descanso Restaurant (@descansorestaurant) in Los Angeles 🌴 (they also have a location in Costa Mesa!) 🔥 Known for Plancha dining, but this time we ordered from the standard dining menu. 🌎 Michoacán Origin – a region in western Mexico, along the Pacific coast, famous for pork, avocado, seafood & more. Here’s what we tried for brunch: 🌮 Taquitos de Camarón (blue corn tortillas + marinated Mexican shrimp) – $18 🦐 Diablitos (fire-roasted peel & eat South Pacific shrimp) – $20 🥗 Chipotle Shrimp Salad – $24 🦀 Crab Cakes a la Benedict – $28 🥞 Churro Pancake – $18 🍹 Mocktail La Catrina (guava, tropical green tea, lime, sweet spice, Jarritos grapefruit) – $12 📍 5773 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Mid-Wilshire) #DescansoRestaurant #LosAngelesEats #MidWilshireEats #CostaMesaEats #MichoacánCuisine #MexicanFood #LAFoodie #SeafoodLovers #ChurroPancakes #Brunch #FoodieAdventures #LAbrunch #FoodieFinds #LAWeekendEats #BrunchInLA

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    nikita.grubs

    ❤️‍🔥NOW OPEN❤️‍🔥 Feast your eyes (and stomachs) on LA’s hottest new restaurant, Descanso! Home to the Plancha experience, you’ll make this spot your new obsession with dinner and a show brought to life with a tableside cook of tasty Mexican cuisine 🍽️ Visit them this weekend as they kick off their Grand Opening 🥂 Cheers! @descansorestaurant #grandopening #descanso #plancha #lafoodie #newrestaurant #losangeles

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining.

4.6

4.6
(79)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Kid-friendly

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Good for special occasions

  • West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Descanso - Los Angeles offers an engaging Plancha Dining experience with chefs like Jared and Rj delivering "top tier" service and flavors that are "out of this world." The ambiance adds to the enjoyment, though service can sometimes be inconsistent. While some find pricing high, many praise the food as "delicious" and memorable.
79 Reviews
  1. Lillian

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience we came on the perfect day as dia de los muertos was being celebrated lots of free shots 😊 we brought my husband for an early birthday brunch he really enjoyed it. Food was delicious 😋 honestly a bit expensive but was worth every penny knowing that the hubby really enjoyed the entire experience. Bill was $250 for 3 of us and that was with no alcohol. Chef Jerad was amazing he put on a great fire show and cooked our food to perfection. We will be back June when they celebrate Don Julio lol more free shots!

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  2. Annie Gold

    Los Angeles26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’re here for my birthday celebration, our chef was gracious enough to give us some time to take photos of the food he prepared without compromising the time to cook and serve it on time. Thanks for the experience

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  3. Steven Gold

    Los Angeles35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic. Service was excellent and delicious food.

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  4. Michael

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The ambiance was great and created a really enjoyable dining experience. The food was delicious and definitely the highlight of the visit, with well-prepared dishes and great flavor. The service was a bit hit or miss. While it wasn't bad, there were moments where it felt just okay and could have been more attentive. Overall, I had a good experience and would come back for the food and atmosphere, but there's a little room for improvement on the service side.

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  5. Andrea

    Caribbean4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with great food. Not one bad dish and I’ve been here several times

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  6. Yanet

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great customer service. Ate at la plancha. Delicious flavors! Only thing was music was too loud and we couldn't hear what the chef was explaining during the whole dinning experience.

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  7. Michael

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our chef Rj and server Michael were excellent. My wife and I especially the bar ambience.

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  8. Jessica

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 13, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    They have a $5/person cake cutting fee if you bring your own cake. The reheated potatoes lacked flavor but the carne asada was good. They did push us out given the 2-hour limit, which was fine but had a couple instances where they picked up our food when we weren’t finished eating it. The waiter was nice and patient nevertheless.

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  9. Edward

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on September 12, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We made a reservation here for my mom’s birthday and were really excited about the experience. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to our expectations. Our reservation was at 1:45 PM, and nowhere during the reservation process did it clearly state that we would be limited to the brunch menu. Even their website wasn’t specific about the brunch hours. When we brought this up, the manager came over to look at our reservation, but his reaction made us feel more like we were bothering them than like they were trying to help resolve the issue. My mom really wanted the salmon, and they did make an exception and prepare it for her, which we appreciated. However, the overall interaction still felt uncomfortable, especially since this was supposed to be a special birthday experience for her. We also drove all the way from Santa Clarita for this experience. With the prices being as high as they are, we expected a lot more. To put it into perspective, $40 for two tacos is pretty mind-blowing. At these prices, the experience and food need to justify the cost. I’m not trying to hate on this restaurant or take anything away from the chef or our waitress. In fact, I actually feel bad for the chef and waitress because they were put in an awkward situation. But when you’re spending this much money and making a special trip for a birthday, you expect the experience to feel special. If you’re thinking this is going to be comparable to Benihana, it’s not even close in terms of the overall experience. Unfortunately, for us, the price simply did not match the experience, and I don’t feel it was worth the drive or the money.

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  10. Marnin Gold

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to experience the plancha at Descanso for my birthday. It was everything I was expecting. The chef, Jared, was engaging while he created our meals. We had a great time. There were two other groups at our table that just added to the experience. At the end of the evening one of the couples proposed! It was a memorable event for the evening. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking to be dined and entertained.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jose Angulo
  • Catering
    Yes, we do Catering! Our culinary team has crafted a diverse menu featuring<br />delectable dishes for every occasion, ensuring your event is flawlessly executed from start to finish<br />with the support of our attentive and professional staff. Please call the restaurant to inquiry or go to our website www.descansorestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our versatile space has multiple areas that can be set up for large parties in private spaces. Our beautifully designed venue provides a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests! We are able to serve up to 500 guests. Call 213.672.2444 or email info@descansorestaurantla.com
  • Neighborhood
    Mid-Wilshire
  • Cross street
    Located the Corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Curson St.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop right out front of our location and the new Metro station will be opening soon which is only one block away.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Weekends are the highlight, Plancha brunch runs Saturday and Sunday, and guests specifically praise the Saturday plancha brunch.

On the Plancha experience the portions tend to be generous, several guests say the servings leave leftovers to share.

Yes, Descanso is frequently chosen for special evenings, with several guests calling it a perfect date-night spot and celebrating anniversaries there.

Yes, Descanso offers a patio as part of its standard dining, and guests have enjoyed dining on a heated patio and eating outside.

Descanso feels warm and modern with an energetic Plancha experience, a big bar, chef‑at‑the‑table Plancha seating, live music on some nights, and a well‑designed, romantic dining room.

Smart casual, polished but relaxed attire is appropriate, so aim for neat, put‑together clothing rather than formalwear.

For the Plancha experience, weekend brunch is a lovely pick, Plancha dining is offered for Saturday and Sunday brunch, and guests specifically praise the la plancha brunch.

Yes, families dine here: guests report children enjoying items like chicken quesadillas and tacos, and staff have accommodated a child (substituting a corn tortilla for a son with celiac).

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Descanso - Los Angeles - Plancha Dining

4.6
$31 to $50
Mexican
Mid-Wilshire

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
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