Award-winning

The Factory Kitchen

4.7 (3818)

$31 to $50

Italian

1300 Factory Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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The Factory Kitchen

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups

Defining a culinary journey through the Italian Peninsula and hosted in the loading docks of the Factory Place Arts Complex in The Arts District in Los Angeles, The Factory Kitchen is a typical Italian Trattoria with simple and approachable fare.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(213) 996-6000
Website
http://www.thefactorykitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Angelo Auriana
Private party facilities
On Friday and Saturday nights our restaurant requires a preset menu and a deposit upon booking for parties of 9 or more. The deposit is refundable up until 48 hours before the reservation.Contact us at events@thefactorykitchen.com to inquire.You can view a sample menu at https://thefactorykitchen.com/menus/
Private party contact
Bryan Marn: (213) 553-8006

Location
1300 Factory Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2026
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Area
Downtown
Cross street
Alameda
Parking Details
Valet or street parking if available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Large Parties Done Right!
USD 96.00 per person
8 - 14 people
Multiple dates available
Join us at The Factory Kitchen for your group dinner and let us take care of the ordering for you! We've selected our house favorites, including a great variety of options to satisfy any diet, to package our Chef's 4 course family style dinner. Drinks are available to order upon request, but are not required. 1st Course peperu - soft cheese stuffed sweet and spicy peppers, grana padano, arugula oil ortolana - field greens, spring onions, radicchio, dates, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette bietole - marinated organic beets salad, shaved cured ricotta, pistachio, vinaigrette 2nd Course prosciutto - parma prosciutto 24 months, lightly fried sage dough, stracciatella tradizionale - crescenza, arugula, ligurian olive oil 3rd Course casonzei - pork sausage & beef filled egg-pasta, brown butter, pancetta, sage, parmigiano porchetta - slow roasted pork belly, aromatic herbs, braised fennel, carrots, red onions, celery pesce - sautéed fish of the day, seasonal setup cavoletti - charred brussels sprouts, ligurian olive oil, lemon zest patate novelle - oven roasted yukon-gold potatoes, spicy thyme-rosemary ligurian olive oil Dessert pane - warm bread pudding, raisins, caramel-banana sauce, vanilla gelato tiramisu - mascarpone mousse, espresso-soaked lady fingers contact us about any substitution or modifications. menu items are subject to availability.

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Reviews

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4.7

(3818)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Downtown
Italian
Downtown
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Factory Kitchen impresses with "delicious food and great service," offering a cozy ambiance perfect for any occasion. Diners rave about the "mandilli di seta" pasta, which is "heavenly." The restaurant is lauded for its "phenomenal" meals and attentive staff, making it a "must-visit" spot in Los Angeles.

3,818 Reviews

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Andrew Gold
Los Angeles31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Pasta seems to be getting more expensive.
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Michael Gold
New York City7 reviews
1.0
Dined on 29 October 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
First of all, it’s mind blowing that a restaurant like this has such poor airflow and no air-conditioning. It was only 70 degrees outside, but felt like 80 in there. It triggered a migraine for me and I was uncomfortable the entire dinner. The food was mediocre at Best. We had prosciutto, minestrone soup and ribeye and liver for entrée. It was very uninspired. The prosciutto as an appetizer just felt like somebody opened the package of prosciutto and dumped it on the plate. Without alcohol my bill was $180.
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gloria
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
i came here for a birthday/anniversary celebration with my boyfriend and since we looked like a bunch of kids, i was ready to get ignored the whole night like we always do but it was the exact opposite. our server JC was amazing and even the freaking manager or owner was checking up on us frequently too. we always get treated like a couple of bums from other fine dining restaurants but we didnt here so thank you 🥹 this was my second time here and the food always hits, the pesto pasta was sooo good, its the kind of food that you daydream about 🤤 i tipped $26 on a $114 bill but i found out that wasnt even 25% so i felt really bad but ill be back again so ill make up for it, thank you !
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Margaret Gold
San Diego14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting and eating at the FactoryKitchen! Their pasta is DELICIOUS! I had the shrimp-seafood ravioli with clams ( you can order it without)…my friends had their signature pesto pasta which was heavenly and we also tried the spicy pasta with burrata…excellent! We also had their signature pesto delicious arugula salad with fennel and citrus and the beet salad…..both were excellent! Thank you for helping us celebrate our girlfriend with a lovely experience and delicious food!
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Tom
Portland / Oregon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My first experience for lunch at this location was excellent. Good service, delicious food, and nice ambiance. I will be back.
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Oscar Gold
Los Angeles9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were phenomenal; overall savory food and hand crafted portions to allow for the flavor to speak for itself.
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Rafael
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Considering how long this place has been around and its reputation, it really didn't live up to the hype. I specifically asked for a champagne greeting for our anniversary, but they totally missed it and the server didn't even know it was our special day. He was a nice guy, but for a Michelin-listed spot, I expected way better communication, service and hospitality. The food was pretty mediocre across the board. The appetizers, like the prosciutto and funghi, were the highlights, but nothing really stood out. As for the mains, the ravioli di mare tasted canned and the sauce was bland; you’d think a place making its own pasta would have more flavor. Then the lamb chops were disappointing too—the parsnip puree was the only good part. The chops were undercooked and so thick they were hard to chew, like they just rushed the whole thing. I usually love a good meat dish, but this missed the mark. Honestly, I’m not sure I’ll be back. It was a one-time thing for sure. I had higher hopes, but the execution and attention to detail just weren't there.
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Talaya Gold
Washington, D.C. Area32 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The meals and service were incredible. From entering the restaurant, everyone was hospitable, engaging, and friendly. The prosciutto, sanremese, paccheri, gnocchi and everything we had was magnificent. This will definitely be at the top of my list to experience dinner the next time I’m in Los Angeles. Gracie di tutto.
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Lisa
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Factory Kitchen never disappoints. I enjoy bringing others that have never been there before, and they are always just as pleased as we are. The appetizers were superb, as was the pasta entrees we each got, not to mention the coffee and dessert! We will definitely be back with friends.
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william
Los Angeles450 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The beet salad, agnolotti and gurnard were excellent and the service was very attentive as we were going to a hockey game.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(213) 996-6000
Website
http://www.thefactorykitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Angelo Auriana
Private party facilities
On Friday and Saturday nights our restaurant requires a preset menu and a deposit upon booking for parties of 9 or more. The deposit is refundable up until 48 hours before the reservation.Contact us at events@thefactorykitchen.com to inquire.You can view a sample menu at https://thefactorykitchen.com/menus/
Private party contact
Bryan Marn: (213) 553-8006

Location
1300 Factory Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2026
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Area
Downtown
Cross street
Alameda
Parking Details
Valet or street parking if available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Sunday evenings are a lovely time, dinner is served then, and guests report excellent Sunday visits and strong dinner service.

Yes, The Factory Kitchen is a popular choice for date nights and anniversaries, with guests praising the warm, inviting atmosphere, attentive service, and signature pastas like the Mandilli di Seta.

The Factory Kitchen mixes Arts District industrial chic with a warm, inviting dining room, exposed brick, steel beams and wide garage doors let golden light in, creating a cozy, convivial space many guests praise.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable and not formal; many guests note they dress up a touch for birthdays and special-occasion meals.

Yes, The Factory Kitchen has been recognized by MICHELIN with a Bib Gourmand (awarded in 2023 and most recently in 2026).

Yes, families dine here regularly: reviewers describe bringing children and teens for birthdays and family dinners, so you can expect a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.

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The Factory Kitchen

4.7

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

Make a booking

2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

The Factory Kitchen

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The Factory Kitchen

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Large Parties Done Right!

Private dining

Main Dining Room - Semi Private - West Side

Main Dining Room- Bar/Lounge

Main Dining Room - Semi Private - East End

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