Located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, Ristorante Per L'Ora delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the ambiance is just as impressive as the food. Every dish is crafted with care—flavorful, elegant, and downright delicious. The service is equally exceptional, with staff who are warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. One of the most unique parts of the experience? You have to go through an old bank vault to get to the restroom. Trust me, it's not just a bathroom break—it's a whole vibe. Between the stunning setting, amazing food, and that unforgettable vault moment, Per L'Ora is a must-visit.
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Our visit was extraordinary! The inviting ambiance and attentive staff set the perfect tone. The food was bursting with flavor. Every dish showcased the chef's passion and creativity. A must-visit for an unforgettable dining experience—we can't wait to go back!
Buck
Although our server was friendly, we had to ask for the basics like plates & if our order had been placed. The salmon crudo had some flavor but we thought we saw a hair in it. The mushroom risotto was okay but somewhat dry and more of a rice dish topped with whole mushrooms. The martinis were good, though.
LYNN
Mare sure you are not seated out back in their make shift nasty outside overflow dining spot. The service was poor. I had to get up a few times to get service. Oh and I must mention the rat that we saw running across the floor. Pass on this place my friends!
Iliana
Amazing experience! Food was unique but amazing. Server Garland (I forgot his name so excuse my mistake) was amazing and the sweetest ever. Quick and friendly service. 10/10 would go back.
Ashley
Overall great experience! Maybe not my favorite in terms of the taste of some of the dishes on Valentines Day, but totally worth it for the ambience and service!
Brian
Brett was an amazing server. Which paired nicely with absolutely delicious food every single course and a great atmosphere. Would highly recommend to anyone
Zuly
A group of us celebrated our first Galentines at this restaurant. The venue, the food and the service was excellent. We will certainly go back. Make your way down to the downstairs restroom where the original bank of america vault is still there as an entrance. A very interesting feature.
Pearl
Got a great deal doing dineLA. Can't remember the last time I had a set menu where every dish was good. Will be coming back for all of it
Alyson
Went during DineLa and had a pretty bad experience. I only really liked one of the 8 dishes I tried. The focaccia was raw on the bottom half, and dishes were either overly salted or not at all. Service was pretty bad too. Had to ask for water twice before I gave up and just drank bottled water I had. They ran out of the dessert on the fixed menu and I really did not like the panna cotta option provided. Maybe it's better outside of the week we went but for $100 per person, I will definitely not be coming back.
Beautiful restaurant. Live music was a nice touch. Drinks were good but small. Service was extremely slow. Had to flag down the waiter for everything. Wanted more drinks but was tired of flagging down the waiter. Food was below average. Focaccia was nothing special. Felt like a giant crouton with a soft center. Persimmon salad had 3 thumbnail size squares and 2 slices of persimmon. Is this even half a persimmon? Pasta dishes were meh. Nothing I couldn't have made myself. Expensive below average dinner. Stopped at in-n-out on the way home.
Carissa
A very nice atmosphere that seemed just right for an elegant, fancy but not stuffy or pompous dinner. The restrooms were very clean & had a unique factor of being in an old vault- definitely a photo op! We went for the Dine LA, 4 course menu to help with the Wildfire event. All the food was delicious and service was attentive but not overly so. Definitely would recommend for a future visit but would recommend ride share or pay for the valet due to the surrounding area.
Carla
Food was exceptional. Service was friendly, but a little slow. Attention to detail on the service side was lacking just a bit, but our server was super friendly. I would definitely come back.
SARAH
I come here often and their menus always change but I like that they have different items every time I come and they make their drinks veryyy good and delicious. Their food is great and service is always amazing! The ambience is so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing.
Sam
Servers were amazing. great spirits and fun. The menu was pretty small. I didnt see a lot of the items from the yelp pix so it seems like they condenced it more. This place used to be a nice club with the bank vault but now its just a downstairs bathroom. they should make it into a better usage or likea speakeasy of some sort. that vault was historic. I used to go clubbing there back in my college days.
Located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, Ristorante Per L'Ora delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the ambiance is just as impressive as the food. Every dish is crafted with care—flavorful, elegant, and downright delicious. The service is equally exceptional, with staff who are warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. One of the most unique parts of the experience? You have to go through an old bank vault to get to the restroom. Trust me, it's not just a bathroom break—it's a whole vibe. Between the stunning setting, amazing food, and that unforgettable vault moment, Per L'Ora is a must-visit.
Our visit was extraordinary! The inviting ambiance and attentive staff set the perfect tone. The food was bursting with flavor. Every dish showcased the chef's passion and creativity. A must-visit for an unforgettable dining experience—we can't wait to go back!
Although our server was friendly, we had to ask for the basics like plates & if our order had been placed. The salmon crudo had some flavor but we thought we saw a hair in it. The mushroom risotto was okay but somewhat dry and more of a rice dish topped with whole mushrooms. The martinis were good, though.
Mare sure you are not seated out back in their make shift nasty outside overflow dining spot. The service was poor. I had to get up a few times to get service. Oh and I must mention the rat that we saw running across the floor. Pass on this place my friends!
Amazing experience! Food was unique but amazing. Server Garland (I forgot his name so excuse my mistake) was amazing and the sweetest ever. Quick and friendly service. 10/10 would go back.
Overall great experience! Maybe not my favorite in terms of the taste of some of the dishes on Valentines Day, but totally worth it for the ambience and service!
Brett was an amazing server. Which paired nicely with absolutely delicious food every single course and a great atmosphere. Would highly recommend to anyone
A group of us celebrated our first Galentines at this restaurant. The venue, the food and the service was excellent. We will certainly go back. Make your way down to the downstairs restroom where the original bank of america vault is still there as an entrance. A very interesting feature.
Got a great deal doing dineLA. Can't remember the last time I had a set menu where every dish was good. Will be coming back for all of it
Went during DineLa and had a pretty bad experience. I only really liked one of the 8 dishes I tried. The focaccia was raw on the bottom half, and dishes were either overly salted or not at all. Service was pretty bad too. Had to ask for water twice before I gave up and just drank bottled water I had. They ran out of the dessert on the fixed menu and I really did not like the panna cotta option provided. Maybe it's better outside of the week we went but for $100 per person, I will definitely not be coming back.
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Beautiful restaurant. Live music was a nice touch. Drinks were good but small. Service was extremely slow. Had to flag down the waiter for everything. Wanted more drinks but was tired of flagging down the waiter. Food was below average. Focaccia was nothing special. Felt like a giant crouton with a soft center. Persimmon salad had 3 thumbnail size squares and 2 slices of persimmon. Is this even half a persimmon? Pasta dishes were meh. Nothing I couldn't have made myself. Expensive below average dinner. Stopped at in-n-out on the way home.
A very nice atmosphere that seemed just right for an elegant, fancy but not stuffy or pompous dinner. The restrooms were very clean & had a unique factor of being in an old vault- definitely a photo op! We went for the Dine LA, 4 course menu to help with the Wildfire event. All the food was delicious and service was attentive but not overly so. Definitely would recommend for a future visit but would recommend ride share or pay for the valet due to the surrounding area.
Food was exceptional. Service was friendly, but a little slow. Attention to detail on the service side was lacking just a bit, but our server was super friendly. I would definitely come back.
I come here often and their menus always change but I like that they have different items every time I come and they make their drinks veryyy good and delicious. Their food is great and service is always amazing! The ambience is so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing.
Servers were amazing. great spirits and fun. The menu was pretty small. I didnt see a lot of the items from the yelp pix so it seems like they condenced it more. This place used to be a nice club with the bank vault but now its just a downstairs bathroom. they should make it into a better usage or likea speakeasy of some sort. that vault was historic. I used to go clubbing there back in my college days.
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