WAKE AND LATE — DOWNTOWN LA
Old Bank District, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical downtown Los Angeles daytime pick when convenience matters more than ceremony. WAKE AND LATE — DOWNTOWN LA works as an easy first stop before a broader Historic Core day, but cross-shop Cole's French Dip, Nickel Diner, or Holy Basil if the meal needs stronger atmosphere or a more destination-driven reason to go.
About WAKE AND LATE — DOWNTOWN LA
WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is a Los Angeles venue with daily daytime hours and a casual dress code. The schedule is consistent throughout the week: 7 AM–2:30 PM Monday through Sunday.
Plan around the known details rather than assuming specifics about cuisine, service style, menu, pricing, reservations, takeout, delivery, or seating. It is best described as a casual Los Angeles daytime option with morning-to-early-afternoon hours.
Use it as visit one in a Los Angeles plan
If WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA fits your day, use the hours as the planning anchor. It is open daily from 7 AM to 2:30 PM, which makes it easier to place early in an itinerary than venues that open later.
For a broader Los Angeles outing, compare it with other options based on the kind of stop you want. Cole's French Dip and Cole's are useful points of comparison, while Nickel Diner, Uli's Gelato, and Holy Basil are other venues to consider if they better match the plan.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA if the details match your needs: Los Angeles, daily 7 AM–2:30 PM hours, and casual dress. Do not assume specifics such as menu format, service style, pricing, seating, dietary accommodations, or delivery availability without checking directly.
The recommendation is practical: plan around the hours and casual dress code, then compare it with other Los Angeles options if your group needs a different type of venue or setting.
Planning details
- Location
- 105 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
- Website
- wakeandlate.com
- Phone
- +1 213 537 0820
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Wake and Late sits at a literal and figurative crossroads in Downtown Los Angeles, occupying a block in the Historic Core where residential lofts, Arts District bars and the Financial District converge. The piece-of-city it inhabits feels pragmatic and unvarnished — a working-stiff urban stretch that embraces the shift into late night rather than resisting it. The room reads as straightforward and energetic rather than polished: service and menu choices aim to speak to people who live downtown and those who wander in after 10pm, offering a warm, unpretentious counterpoint to the city’s more formal dining ambitions.
Best For
This is a go-to for people who want honest, late-night food in the heart of Downtown LA. It suits neighborhood residents, night-shift crowds and workers spilling over from nearby offices who stay out later, as well as brunch crowds on weekend mornings. The restaurant reads as an approachable stop for casual meetups, post-show or post-shift meals and weekend hangouts — a place that trades formality for accessibility and timing, thriving when the rest of the city’s restaurants have shifted gears.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures that define the place: The O.G. (bacon), the Captain Crunch (vegetarian), The Bad Man (carne asada), the Vegan O.G. and the steak burrito are highlighted menu standouts. Given the venue’s late-night orientation, plan visits for later hours to experience its core crowd; brunch service is also noted, so weekend mornings work equally well. Opt for familiar favorites if you want a straightforward introduction, and expect a casual, lively atmosphere rather than fine-dining formality.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual hole-in-the-wall vibe with quick service and focus on takeout.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- The O.G. [bacon
- Captain Crunch [vegetarian
- The Bad Man [carne asada
- Vegan O.G.
- steak burrito
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 105 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cole's French Dip, Notable alternative
- Cole's, Notable alternative
- Nickel Diner, Notable alternative
- Uli's Gelato, Notable alternative
- Holy Basil, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against Cole's French Dip and Cole's, WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is the more practical daytime choice, while the Cole's options make more sense when the group wants old-LA atmosphere and a more classic sit-down feel. For value, choose based on occasion: quick morning stop here, heritage-leaning downtown meal at Cole's.
Nickel Diner is the cleaner cross-shop for anyone who wants a diner-style experience rather than a fast daytime stop. Uli's Gelato is not a substitute for the same meal, but it is useful as an add-on if the downtown plan continues into a snack or dessert stop.
Holy Basil is the stronger pick when food is the main event and the group is willing to structure the outing around lunch or dinner rather than a morning start. For easiest planning, WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA wins; for a more memorable downtown meal, Holy Basil or Cole's are the better comparisons.
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Compare WAKE AND LATE — DOWNTOWN LA
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Cole's French Dip | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Cole's | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Nickel Diner | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Uli's Gelato | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Holy Basil | Los Angeles | 2024 LA Times 101 Best Restaurants · #33 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA accommodate groups?
Group-accommodation details are not available. WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is in Los Angeles, is open daily from 7 AM to 2:30 PM, and has a casual dress code. For group planning, check directly before you go. Nickel Diner or Cole's French Dip may also be worth comparing for a Los Angeles stop.
Is WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA good for solo dining?
Solo-dining details are not available. WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is open every day from 7 AM to 2:30 PM in Los Angeles and has a casual dress code. If those basics fit your plan, it may be worth considering; Holy Basil is another Los Angeles option to compare for a different plan.
What should a first-timer know about WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA?
First-timers should plan around the basics: WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is in Los Angeles, opens daily from 7 AM to 2:30 PM, and has a casual dress code. Specific details about menu, pricing, service style, seating, reservations, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations are not available. Cole's and Nickel Diner are other Los Angeles options to compare if you are still deciding.
What should I wear to WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA?
Dress casually. The dress code for WAKE AND LATE, DOWNTOWN LA is casual, and the hours are 7 AM to 2:30 PM every day.
