Award-winning Checkers Downtown restaurant features American cuisine with French and California influences, served in intimate surroundings. Gourmet Magazine ranked Checkers Downtown as one of the top 20 restaurants in Los Angeles and L.A. Epicurean Rendezvous raves about Checkers Downtown's "dynamic, inventive, modern American Cooking."

As part of its current makeover, Checkers Downtown offers a comfortable and warm setting for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our Chef Todd Allison, classically trained by celebrated Chef James Boyce for over 10 years, is known for creating innovative dishes, and his new market-inspired menu is no exception. Enjoy a delicious pre-theatre dinner in Checkers Downtown, described by Zagat Guide as a "touch of cool elegance," then be whisked away to nearby theatres, including Disney Hall and Music Center with our complimentary town car service.

Sip what are considered some of the city's best martinis or choose from our new draft beer selection and specialty cocktails in Checkers Lounge. The lounge provides an intimate, upscale atmosphere for dining on small plates and meeting friends or entertaining clients.