Best Ice Cream Restaurants in LA Arts District (90021)
3 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
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#1
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8.2
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A Japanese-American izakaya in a converted firehouse, balancing sushi, robata, and binchotan mains with a serious cocktail program. The space is minimalist and design-forward, and the menu rewards groups who want to share across hot and cold sections.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wagyu katsu with onion ponzu, Uni pasta with shiso and nori, Spicy tuna crispy rice
What makes it special: Design-centric izakaya with live-fire cooking and sushi under one roof.
8.1
A small-batch gelato counter from chef Nancy Silverton, focusing on lush, Italian-leaning flavors and standout gelato pies. The base recipes skew rich with a silky churn and precise sweetness. It’s more grab-and-go than hangout, but the product is the point.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gelato Pie Slices, Stracciatella Gelato, Seasonal Sorbetto
What makes it special: Chef-driven gelato with pie formats you won’t find elsewhere in the neighborhood.
Worthy Picks
7.7
A long-running paletería-style shop serving classic Mexican ice creams, paletas, and bionicos with straightforward, fruit-forward flavors. It’s a no-frills stop where the freshness of the produce does the heavy lifting. Great for a quick cool-down in a pocket of DTLA light industry.
Must-Try Dishes:
Paleta Michoacana (seasonal fruit), Leche Quemada Ice Cream, Banana Split
What makes it special: Traditional Michoacán-style paletas and nieves in an area short on classics.