The 38 Essential Restaurants in Los Angeles
"The brightest star in Downtown’s dining scene is Joyce, a Southern restaurant with chef Sammy Monsour at the helm. Vibrant crowds gather around the dining room to revel in good vibes and over dishes like crawfish hushpuppies and chilled seafood platters. Every meal ought to begin with at least a half dozen wonderfully bright and meaty oysters from Murder Point, Alabama when they’re available. It’s the perfect start paired with one of the bar’s zero-waste cocktails by beverage director and co-owner Kassady Wiggins. Next, settle into warmer plates like the hot catfish that’s buttermilk-marinated and cornmeal-crusted or the Gullah Geechee-style braised kale. The fried-to-order beignets generously dusted with powdered sugar and served with a duo of sauces offer one of the finest finishes in town. It’s impossible to spell Joyce without joy. — Cathy Chaplin, senior editor" - Eater Staff
