Florence by the Water
Downtown, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Florence by the Water is a practical downtown Los Angeles dinner choice when the group wants Tuscan/coastal Italian without chasing a hard reservation. It is better framed as an easy repeat-visit option than a major splurge. Dine in if the meal matters; for takeout, stick to sturdier Italian dishes that travel better.
About Florence by the Water
Five evening services is the useful decision signal here: Florence by the Water is a Los Angeles dinner pick, not an all-day Italian fallback. It offers Tuscan / coastal Italian cuisine, smart casual dress, and evening hours Tuesday through Saturday.
The right expectation is focused and practical. Without information on price tier, named chef, awards, menu format, takeout or delivery details, or seating, Florence by the Water is best approached for its core offering rather than as a specific splurge or format-driven destination. It is a Tuscan / coastal Italian option in Los Angeles with dinner service on its open days.
Use it for Italian dinner in Los Angeles, beyond the basics
Plan around the published schedule: Florence by the Water is closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 5–10 PM, and open Friday and Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM. As it does not offer lunch hours, it should be considered a dinner-only option for planning purposes.
Smart casual dress is the dress guidance. Beyond that, details such as booking difficulty, service format, specific dishes, beverage program, and special accommodations are not specified, so the safest approach is to check directly with the restaurant before making plans that depend on those specifics.
How to choose it against other options
Pick Florence by the Water when the table wants Tuscan / coastal Italian in Los Angeles and the timing fits its evening schedule. If you are still comparing dinner ideas, consider Cafe Fig, Deme, Sonoritas - DTLA, Savoca, and Faith & Flower alongside other dining rooms.
The practical verdict: worth considering when Tuscan / coastal Italian is the goal and the available hours work for your evening. For plans that depend on price, menu details, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or a particular room style, verify those details directly before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- florencebythewater.com
- Phone
- (323) 896-7330
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant, candlelit poolside dining room and terrace at Hotel Figueroa with a refined yet relaxed Mediterranean coastal feel, soft lighting, and a romantic, special-occasion atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Fiorentina steak
- Fettuccine al Tartufo
- Linguine aglio e olio with scampi tartare
- Whole grilled branzino
- Wagyu souvlaki
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- Getting there
- 939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Planning details
Location
939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 · Directions
Also consider
If Florence by the Water is not the right fit
Try Savoca if the table still wants Italian but prefers a hotel-restaurant setting. Choose Faith & Flower for a more occasion-driven downtown dinner.
Restaurant context
How Florence by the Water compares in downtown Los Angeles
Florence by the Water is the pick when the priority is Tuscan/coastal Italian near the Figueroa corridor and the reservation should be low-stress. Savoca is the clearest cross-shop for another Italian-leaning meal; choose Savoca if the group wants a more hotel-restaurant setting, and choose Florence by the Water if cuisine fit and downtown convenience matter more.
Faith & Flower is the stronger special-occasion comparison because the room carries more of the night. Cafe Fig works better for a broader downtown meal with less cuisine specificity. Deme should be the alternative when the group wants to move away from Italian entirely.
For value and speed, Sonoritas - DTLA is the practical fallback, especially when the meal is more about convenience than lingering. Florence by the Water is the better choice for a seated Italian dinner; Sonoritas - DTLA is the easier call for casual downtown logistics.
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Compare Florence by the Water
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence by the Water | Los Angeles | Tuscan / coastal Italian | No published awards |
| Cafe Fig | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Deme | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Sonoritas - DTLA | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Savoca | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Faith & Flower | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
How Florence by the Water Los Angeles: Hours & Verdict compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Florence by the Water?
Dinner service is available. Florence by the Water is open Tue–Thu 5–10 PM and Fri–Sat 5 PM–12 AM, and it is closed Monday and Sunday. Lunch is not served.
What should I order at Florence by the Water?
The cuisine is Tuscan / coastal Italian, but no specific dishes or menu format are specified. Check the current menu directly if your decision depends on a particular dish.
Is Florence by the Water good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an evening meal in Los Angeles if Tuscan / coastal Italian and smart casual dress fit the occasion. Details such as price, room style, and service format are not specified, so confirm directly before planning a higher-stakes event.
How far ahead should I book Florence by the Water?
The hours are Tue–Thu 5–10 PM and Fri–Sat 5 PM–12 AM. Booking difficulty is not specified, so check current availability directly with the restaurant.
What should a first-timer know about Florence by the Water?
Florence by the Water is a Tuscan / coastal Italian restaurant in Los Angeles with smart casual dress. It is closed Monday and Sunday, which narrows the useful planning windows to Tuesday through Saturday dinner service.
What are alternatives to Florence by the Water in Los Angeles?
If you are comparing options, look at Cafe Fig, Deme, Faith & Flower, Sonoritas - DTLA, and Savoca alongside Florence by the Water. Florence by the Water makes the most sense when Tuscan / coastal Italian and its dinner hours match the plan.
Is Florence by the Water good for solo dining?
Solo dining suitability is not specified. If the schedule works for you, it offers evening hours Tuesday through Saturday, Tuscan / coastal Italian cuisine, and smart casual dress.
