At Fixin's Soul Kitchen, you can dive into hearty Southern staples like gumbo and fried catfish in a lively atmosphere just steps from L.A. Live.
"Located next to Crypto.com Arena inside L.A. Live, this restaurant from former NBA star and Sacramento mayor Kevin Johnson expanded to Downtown a few years ago serving classic soul and Southern dishes. Think fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, oxtails with sweet brown gravy, and smothered chicken. The gumbo is a particular highlight, served over rice and cooked to that happy medium between thick stew and brothy soup. Portions are hefty too, so no one will leave hungry. The venue works best as a pre-theater or pre-game meal, though Fixins serves until 11 p.m. on weekends." - Mona Holmes
"Located next door to The Novo theater in LA Live, Fixin’s Soul Kitchen serves the best soul food in DTLA. The dining room feels like one big sports bar, but there’s also a side patio for anyone who prefers peace and quiet while eating deep-fried comfort food. Come to this massive corner restaurant for dishes like shrimp and grits, black-eyed peas, and pork chops smothered in roux-brown gravy and pickled onions. Be sure to make a reservation for brunch if you don’t want to wait an hour or two for your table. " - nikko duren, garrett snyder, brant cox
"Located next door to The Novo, Fixin’s Soul Kitchen serves the best soul food in DTLA. The dining room feels like one big sports bar, but there’s also a side patio for anyone who prefers peace and quiet while eating deep-fried comfort food. Come to this massive corner restaurant for dishes like shrimp and grits, black-eyed peas, and pork chops smothered in roux brown gravy and pickled onions. Be sure to make a reservation for brunch if you don’t want to wait an hour or two for your table." - Nikko Duren, Brant Cox, Sylvio Martins
"The dining room seemed back to normal at Fixin’s Soul Kitchen a day after a tragic shooting at the usually very family-friendly L.A. Live, though extra security and police were stationed outside. Despite the incident, Fixin’s and its team continued to serve delicious food, possibly the best in the Downtown entertainment district. The chicken and andouille sandwich bowl comes in a huge, shareable portion topped with a choice of biscuit or cornbread. Imbued with deep umami flavors from the dark roux, and a tight balance between the meaty chicken and sausage to the piquant aromas, it’s a great pre-hockey or basketball bowl in these chilly months. — Matthew Kang, lead editor" - Eater Staff
"Though this tourist-friendly L.A. Live dining destination endured a tragedy earlier this year, Fixin’s and its team continue to serve delicious food, possibly the best in the Downtown entertainment district. The chicken and andouille sausage bowl comes in a huge, shareable portion topped with a choice of biscuit or cornbread over a bed of plump white rice. Imbued with deep umami flavors from the dark roux, and a tight balance between the meaty chicken and sausage to the piquant aromas, it’s a great bowl to have before a show or a game. — Matthew Kang, lead editor" - Eater Staff