Best Family Friendly Italian Restaurants in Downtown LA (90013)
5 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.8
The DTLA outpost of New York’s famed slice shop focuses on thick Sicilian squares and classic foldable rounds with assertive sauces and cupped pepperoni. Lines and late hours reflect how often locals lean on it for a fast, indulgent pizza fix in the Arts District.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Spring Pie, Naughty Pie, Prince Perfection square
What makes it special: Iconic New York-style Sicilian squares translated to a busy Arts District counter.
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
A long-running DTLA trattoria focused on fresh daily pasta and generous, comforting plates that keep locals coming back. The open front patio and casual flow make it easy for repeat lunches or low-key dinners. Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition highlights strong value and dependable execution.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bianchi & Neri, Lasagne di Carne, Maccheroni Stellari
What makes it special: Fresh pasta trattoria with Bib Gourmand value in the Historic Core.
8.2
Bianca is chef-owner Michele Galifi’s Sicilian garden trattoria, with a string-lit patio and shareable antipasti, pastas, and secondi that make multi-generational family dinners feel celebratory. Opened in 2025 in a former Le Champ space, it leans hearty and rustic, with enough familiar plates and portion sizes to work for older kids and visiting relatives.
Must-Try Dishes:
Arancini, Seafood Linguine, Mushroom Ragu Lasagna
What makes it special: Sicilian trattoria newcomer with a standout patio and classic comfort plates.
#4
De La Nonna
8.0
A casual Arts District wine bar built around Roman-leaning pinsa, crisp focaccia sandwiches, and natural bottles. The vibe is social and unfussy, with a menu that’s light enough for aperitivo but solid for a full meal. A newer neighborhood staple that’s more about hang time than formality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pinsa Romana (seasonal), Whipped Eggplant Dip & Focaccia, Focaccia Sandwich
What makes it special: Natural wine aperitivo spot with standout pinsa in the Arts District.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Olio’s Grand Central Market stall turns out 10-inch wood-fired pizzas from a Stefano Ferrara oven, with counter seats and nearby communal tables that work well for families grazing the market. Chef Brad Kent’s menu keeps things flexible, from simple Margherita pies for kids to more composed pizzas and fire-roasted vegetables for parents.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Wild mushroom and truffle pizza, Margherita Plus with burrata
What makes it special: Long-running wood-fired stall bringing serious pizza craft to Grand Central Market.