Dining Guides
Current Hits on inKind
A curated running list of the best LA spots on the platform right now.
Two years ago, while visiting a friend in NYC, I was introduced to inKind. I signed up and used it at a couple Manhattan hotspots, saving about 20% off some pretty expensive bills, and couldn't wait to see what doors it would open when I got back home to Los Angeles. But the early LA selection was thin. For a while, I'd log in weekly, hunt for new additions (that weren't Prince Street Pizza), and stock up on inKind credit whenever Costco had a deal, but my credit sat there unused. That all changed in 2026.
There are now over 750 spots across the greater LA area on the platform - here's my curated list of the best of them.
Tier 1
Fine Dining, Omakase & Michelin Picks
01
Camphor
A modern French bistro with subtle South Asian influences, and one of the finest dining experiences in DTLA. Camphor holds a Michelin Star and pairs a refined, chic room with cooking that more than lives up to it.
02
pasjoli
Elevated, classic French fine dining from Chef Dave Beran. pasjoli holds a Michelin Star and is famous for its table-side duck press for two, with sharp service throughout.
03
Sushi Note Omakase
An intimate 14-course omakase tasting menu with expert wine pairings. This Beverly Hills counter takes the Sherman Oaks original upscale, into full luxury territory.
04
Damian
A sleek indoor/outdoor modern Mexican spot from Chef Enrique Olvera (Pujol, Cosme). Recognized in the Michelin Guide and one of the hardest tables to get in DTLA.
05
Kali
Contemporary, ingredient-driven California fine dining that's held a Michelin Star for years. Kali offers one of the more approachable fine-dining tasting menus in the city, without losing any of the polish.
Tier 2
Buzzy, Trendy Scene Dinners
06
Élephante
A Westside rooftop and ocean-view scene spot serving coastal Italian dining and custom cocktails. Unbeatable views, a famous whipped eggplant, and legendary golden hour energy.
07
Girl & the Goat
Vibrant, high-energy global dining from Chef Stephanie Izard. This flagship outpost stays packed, with bold global flavors and attentive service.
08
Gjelina
Rustic, coastal California wood-fired cooking on Abbot Kinney. The restaurant that defined modern Venice dining culture, and still a mainstay for good reason.
09
Cucina Alba
Coastal Italian with pastel-pink, Wes Anderson-esque interiors. A major NYC transplant on Melrose that's quickly become a top "see-and-be-seen" social dinner destination.
10
Pijja Palace
A modern sports bar serving Indian-inspired Italian dishes. One of LA's most talked-about spots right now, famous for its Malai Rigatoni, chutney wings, and custom pizzas.
11
Rossoblu
A high-end industrial space tucked into City Market South, with expertly made Bolognese pasta, house-cured meats, and wood-grilled dishes from Chef Steve Samson.
Tier 3
Solid Neighborhood Favorites
12
Margot
A boho-chic rooftop atop The Platform, with 360-degree views and coastal Mediterranean plates - an easy pick for a laid-back but still special night out.
13
Ospi
Modern Italian famous for ultra-thin crispy pizza and spicy vodka rigatoni - a reliable neighborhood favorite at either location.
14
Pizzana
Michelin-recommended Neapolitan-style pizza from master pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi - consistently excellent no matter which location you land at.
Tier 4
Best Casual & Quick-Service Gems
15
For The Win
Consistently voted one of the absolute best smash burger spots in Los Angeles - quick, casual, and worth the inKind cash back on its own.
16
Broad Street Oyster Co.
A casual seafood joint famous for overflowing warm butter lobster rolls - one of the easiest, most satisfying inKind stops on this whole list.
This list reflects current inKind partners as of publish - always check the app before you go, since restaurants come and go from the platform without notice. Restaurant photos via Google Maps.