The Factory Kitchen

I recently stopped by this Italian restaurant for lunch. The place itself is really nice—clean, inviting, and with a comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to linger. The food was good overall, though not quite as impressive as I was hoping for. Still enjoyable, just not standout. The drinks, on the other hand, were definitely a highlight—well-made and very satisfying. Service was okay; I ended up interacting with a few different servers, which made things feel a bit inconsistent but still fine. The restroom was decent as well—nothing special, but clean enough for a quick stop. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot with a great vibe and solid offerings. Worth a visit, especially if you’re in the mood for a relaxed meal and good drinks.

I recently stopped by this Italian restaurant for lunch. The place itself is really nice—clean, inviting, and with a comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to linger. The food was good overall, though not quite as impressive as I was hoping for. Still enjoyable, just not standout. The drinks, on the other hand, were definitely a highlight—well-made and very satisfying. Service was okay; I ended up interacting with a few different servers, which made things feel a bit inconsistent but still fine. The restroom was decent as well—nothing special, but clean enough for a quick stop. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot with a great vibe and solid offerings. Worth a visit, especially if you’re in the mood for a relaxed meal and good drinks.

Great place in Arts District of downtown LA. To my memory it's been there for a while. It is ran by couple which always makes the restaurant more interesting. Quick service-we got high chairs. Our server Edwin was phonemal! We don't eat meat so we went for the vegetarian section. Brussel sprouts, cauliflower and mushroom flatbread. Unfortunately brussel sprouts was not only flat but also barely warm. Seemed like they prepped it in the morning and just warmed it up for us at 7pm. We had to send it back and ask for a fresh one. Cauliflower was ok as well. Nothing remarkable. Not worth $20. Any average run Cheesecake Factory brussels sprouts and cauliflower will beat these at $12-$14. Both of those vegetarian dishes weremissing attention and some finishing touches that would make the dish exciting and interesting, give it character. Contrary to that the mushroom flatbread was amazing. Bread seemed to have a special way of making and combo with melted cheese and mushrooms was fantastic. $30 was a bit much for it but it is Arts District LA .. Parking was $12 plus 8% app payment fee(?!) Overall not a bad experience. If they improve their vegetarian game I will be inclined to return and give it another chance. Thank you Francine and Matteo.

Great place in Arts District of downtown LA. To my memory it's been there for a while. It is ran by couple which always makes the restaurant more interesting. Quick service-we got high chairs. Our server Edwin was phonemal! We don't eat meat so we went for the vegetarian section. Brussel sprouts, cauliflower and mushroom flatbread. Unfortunately brussel sprouts was not only flat but also barely warm. Seemed like they prepped it in the morning and just warmed it up for us at 7pm. We had to send it back and ask for a fresh one. Cauliflower was ok as well. Nothing remarkable. Not worth $20. Any average run Cheesecake Factory brussels sprouts and cauliflower will beat these at $12-$14. Both of those vegetarian dishes weremissing attention and some finishing touches that would make the dish exciting and interesting, give it character. Contrary to that the mushroom flatbread was amazing. Bread seemed to have a special way of making and combo with melted cheese and mushrooms was fantastic. $30 was a bit much for it but it is Arts District LA .. Parking was $12 plus 8% app payment fee(?!) Overall not a bad experience. If they improve their vegetarian game I will be inclined to return and give it another chance. Thank you Francine and Matteo.

The Factory Kitchen is absolutely overpriced for underwhelming food. I hoped for a nice dinner with my girlfriend at a 4.5 star rated restaurant and I have absolutely no idea how people think this comes close to that. The service was pleasant and quick, but that was about it. If you're in the area looking for food, go to the Girl and the Goat right around the corner. For Italian food, don't look here. The look of the restaurant itself is a nice LA vibe, but the seating was so packed I had to squeeze between several tables to get in or out of my seat. My girlfriend got the scallop dish at $40. The 4 total scallops were overcooked and had very little sauce or flavor. I got the casonzei pasta at $33, which was also severely under seasoned. It desperately needed more of the pancetta to add any flavor, but they barely sprinkled some on. Save yourself some money, learn a life skill, and cook some pasta at home.