Things to Do in Chinatown, Los Angeles

Centrally located, Chinatown features traditional pagodas, produce markets, and a variety of authentic Chinese restaurants serving dim sum and Peking duck. It's also close to major attractions like Dodger Stadium and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

  • Los Angeles State Historic ParkState / Provincial Park
  • Melody LoungeLounge
  • MajordomoCalifornian

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Chinatown in Los Angeles

Top things to do in Chinatown

  • Los Angeles State Historic Park

    Los Angeles State Historic Park

    4.6 · 4.1k
    State / Provincial Park

    state historic park in Los Angeles County, California, United States

Where to eat & drink in Chinatown

  • Melody Lounge

    Melody Lounge

    4.5 · 447
    Lounge· $20–30

    Unassuming, red-hued bar with strung Chinese lanterns offering craft beers & cocktails.

  • Majordomo

    Majordomo

    4.6 · 1.4k
    Californian· $100+

    Sequestered inside a former warehouse on the industrial fringe of Chinatown, majordōmo pulsates with energy, especially from the open kitchen.

  • Philippe's

    Philippe's

    4.6 · 12.2k
    Sandwich Shop· $10–20

    restaurant located in downtown Los Angeles, California

    Every day
    6 AM – 10 PM
  • Eastside Italian Deli

    Eastside Italian Deli

    4.7 · 2.1k
    Italian· $10–20

    Humble, local deli fixing hot beef & pastrami sandwiches & other Italian subs since 1929.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Nick's Cafe

    Nick's Cafe

    4.6 · 1.9k
    Diner· $20–30

    Downtown staple since 1948 offers a classic diner menu for breakfast & lunch in a bare-bones locale.

    Mon–Fri
    6 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    6 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    6 AM – 3 PM
  • Yang Chow

    Yang Chow

    4.5 · 1.6k
    Chinese· $20–30

    Be sure to order the slippery shrimp and the dry sauteed vegetables (green beans and asparagus).

    Mon–Thu
    11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
  • Grand Star Jazz Club

    Grand Star Jazz Club

    4.4 · 260
    Nightclub· $30–40

    Chill bi-level club offers live jazz shows, karaoke & DJs spinning everything from '80s to hip-hop.

  • Endorffeine

    Endorffeine

    4.4 · 309
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    Sleek, minimalist espresso bar with artisanal coffee drinks & occasional dessert tastings.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • APOTHEKE LOS ANGELES

    APOTHEKE LOS ANGELES

    4.5 · 411
    Cocktail Bar· $30–60

    Mixologists in pharmacist-style garb whip up complex cocktails at this off-the-beaten path hideaway.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    7 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    6 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    7 PM – 12 AM
  • Thank You Coffee

    Thank You Coffee

    4.7 · 247
    Coffee Shop· $1–20

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Map of Chinatown with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Los Angeles State Historic Park
  2. 2Melody Lounge
  3. 3Majordomo
  4. 4Philippe's
  5. 5Eastside Italian Deli
  6. 6Nick's Cafe
  7. 7Yang Chow
  8. 8Grand Star Jazz Club
  9. 9Endorffeine
  10. 10APOTHEKE LOS ANGELES

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