12 Phenomenal Women-Owned Restaurants in L.A.

Despite being significantly underrepresented, the leading ladies of L.A.’s dining scene have mastered the art of breaking through the glass ceiling. The food and beverage industry remains significantly male-dominated, but several women have paved their own way to becoming renowned chefs and restaurateurs, while drastically improving the city’s ever-growing culinary landscape. With Women’s History Month right around the corner, now is the perfect time to brush up on your go-to list of women-owned restaurants in L.A.

Casual spots like chef Rashida Holmes’ Bridgetown Roti and Sara Kramer and Sarah Hymanson’s Kismet Rotisserie have become locally-loved staples, but those seeking a more formal, sit-down experience will also find plenty of female-led options in L.A. Violet Bistro is a longtime French favorite, and in November 2025, owner Dana Slatkin expanded her repertoire with a British-inspired restaurant in Brentwood. N/Naka is a Michelin-starred kaiseki experience helmed by chef Niki Nakayama, while Stephanie Izard’s Chicago transplant Girl & The Goat remains one of the Arts District’s best dinner spots. If you’re craving Spanish fare in a pretty pink atmosphere, head to Santa Monica for Xuntos, or cure your seafood craving with a visit to the Sunset Strip’s Saltie Girl.

Whether you’re looking to splurge on a Chinese fine dining experience in Beverly Hills or kick back with a glass of natural wine and steak au poivre in Silver Lake, we’ve rounded up some of the most noteworthy women-owned restaurants for an elegant dinner in L.A.