CMC Food & Drink Guide
Scroll down to see where the CMC community and LA Fashion District locals go for good eats and drinks. We picked our staff’s tried and true favorites that are both inexpensive and walkable, located either inside of the CMC, directly across the street, or just a couple of short blocks away.
Great for a morning meeting: Verve, 1/2 block down Spring St.
COFFEE, BAKED GOODS & BREAKFAST
Whether you’re looking for coffee-to-go, or a quiet place to sit and lounge, these are our nearby, morning favorites.
LOCATED INSIDE THE CMC
Urli Bird Cafe Pop-Up on Floor 2C in Building C • Open Tue-Thu, 8am-2pm • Handcrafted Espresso Drinks, Tea Drinks, Fresh Baked Goods, Salads & Sandwiches.
LOCATED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Basil & Cheese, 757 S Main St • High-end specialty drink and teas, and home cooked breakfast and lunch made with farm fresh ingredients.
Cafe Dulce, 210 E Olympic Blvd • This Little Tokyo gem known for specialty coffee and matcha drinks, sweet buns, donuts, and savories, is now across the street.
Civil Coffee, 120 E 8th St • Bright, airy cafe offering craft coffee, espresso & pastries, plus light breakfast and lunch fare.
IlCaffe, 855 S Broadway • LA outpost of a Swedish coffee shop offering espresso drinks and sandwiches at the iconic Eastern Building, with street cafe seating.
Paris Baguette, 200 E 9th St • Casual bakery-café known for French-inspired, savory or sweet baked goods and beautiful celebration cakes.
Starbucks, 300 E 9th St • Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts & light bites.
Verve Coffee Roasters, 833 S Spring St • Serving great coffee, raw juices, and baked goods in a gorgeous, contemporary setting. Great for client meetings.
LUNCHTIME FAVORITES
These spots are most popular among our staff for lunch, not only delicious but also reasonably priced and close-by.
LOCATED AT THE CMC
Urli Bird Cafe Pop-Up on Floor 2C in Building C•Open Tue-Thu, 8am-2pm • Featuring freshly-made Salads & Sandwiches from Hill Street Restaurant.
Picnic Food Delivery Pick-up in Building B Lobby•Order from participating local restaurants featuring Free Delivery, No Fees, No Tip. Order online by 11am for lunch hour delivery.
LOCATED IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Amante, 123 E 9th St • Italian dining with sidewalk seating for pizza, pastas, calzones, hot sandwiches & salads.
Anwar’s Kitchen, 217 E 8th St • Relaxed eatery offering handmade Mediterranean & Middle Eastern recipes, plus a take-out option. (!)
Basil & Cheese, 757 S Main St • High-end specialty drink and teas, and home cooked breakfast and lunch made with farm fresh ingredients.
Bossa Nova, 321 W Olympic Blvd • Specializing in Brazilian and continental cuisine. (!)
California Chicken Café, 809 S Hill St • Serving rotisserie chicken, salads, and wraps.
Chipotle, 301 W Olympic Blvd • Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.
Dune, 199 W Olympic Blvd • Unfussy counter-serve joint for falafel & other Mediterranean eats offered in compact digs. (V)
El Pollo Loco, 226 E 9th St • Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.
IlCaffe, 855 S Broadway • LA outpost of a Swedish coffee shop offering espresso drinks & sandwiches in a sleek setting.
Kitchen Bann, 113 E 9th St • This new gem across from CMC offers Korean comfort food like BBQ rice bowls, K-Style sandwiches, K-Fried chicken & more. (V)(!)
Lala's Argentine Grill, 105 W 9th St • Traditional Argentinian favorites with a nod to the best of California cuisine.
Market Restaurant, 862 S Los Angeles St • Bright eatery with outdoor seating offers seasonally inspired soups, salads & sandwiches.
New Moon, 102 W 9th St • Local spot known for updated Chinese fare, especially soup & shrimp dishes, in modern digs.
Shake Shack, 400 W 8th St • Gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.
Sonoratown, 208 E 8th St • Casual lunch & dinner destination for Northern Mexican–style tacos with grilled meats & vegetables.
Tacos Mexico, 913 S Broadway • Popular, casual spot for authentic Mexican tacos, burritos, tortas, sopes, quesadillas, gorditas & more. Next to Ace Hotel.
UOBEI Sushi, 112 W 9th St • Authentic sushi & Japanese food made to order.
Wild Living Foods, 760 S Main St • Vibrant counter-serve specializing in plant-based dishes, juices & dairy-free ice cream. (V)
Zinque DTLA, 939 S Broadway • French-inspired dishes, small plates, craft cocktail menu & uniquely curated wine & beer selection.
(!) Newly Added Discoveries
(V) - These spots feature Vegan-Friendly Options and are a unanimous favorite of our staff Vegans
Kitchen Bann for Korean Food, across the street on 9th St.
Everyone’s fave for Chinese: New Moon across the street on Main.
Fave for Mexican: Sonoratown, 1 block away on Los Angeles & 8th.
Unanimous fave for Juice: Pressed Juicery across the street on Los Angeles St.
cold-press juice
Our pick for local, healthy, and plant-based options to curb cravings and get refreshed.
Pressed Juicery, 860 S Los Angeles St • Cold-pressed juices & cleanses are the specialty of this high-end regional chain. (V)
(V) - These spots feature Vegan-Friendly Options and are a unanimous favorite of our staff Vegans
ELEVATED EATS & dinner faves
For a more refined dining and foodie experience designed to impress, we recommend the following acclaimed & nearby restaurants:
Cabra Los Angeles, 1060 S Broadway • A spirited rooftop restaurant atop The Hoxton Hotel, inspired by the vibrant flavours of Peruvian cuisine from Chef Stephanie Izard.
Caldo Verde, 1100 S Broadway • Downtown LA Proper’s ground-level restaurant, features a menu of Portuguese flavors by James Beard Award-winning Chef Suzanne Goin.
Cara Cara, 1100 S Broadway • Restaurant atop Downtown LA Proper, featuring endless skyline views and James Beard Award-winning Chef Suzanne Goin's seasonal menu.
Mona Pasta Bar, 111 W 9th St • Meet the LA Fashion District’s newest eatery. This chic, IG-worthy spot features authentic Italian fare paired with fresh, farm-to-table ingredients. Opens at 5pm for dinner only. (!)
(V) - These spots feature Vegan-Friendly Options and are a unanimous favorite of our staff Vegans
Our acclaimed, chic & fun neighbor for homemade pasta. Just a ½ block down 9th Street.
Gorgeous Cabra Los Angeles for Cocktails & Views. 2 blocks away at The Hoxton.
MEETING FOR DRINKS
Our top, walkable spots for after work cocktails:
Cabra Los Angeles, 1060 S Broadway • Gorgeous, rooftop dining and drinking destination atop the Hoxton Hotel, featuring vibrant Peruvian-inspired, sharable bites and specialty cocktails.
Cara Cara, 1100 S Broadway • Downtown LA Proper’s rooftop lounge, featuring stunning views, innovative cocktails, wine, or beer paired by award-winning sommelier Caroline Styne. Two blocks from CMC.
Pattern Bar, 1100 S Broadway • This lively and unassuming favorite of locals is our go-to for specialty cocktails, comfort-food appetizers, live DJs, and fun vibes. Located directly across the street from CMC.
Got a fave CMC neighborhood spot you want to recommend that’s not on this list? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at: marketing@cmcdtla.com