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The Factory KitchenB+
1300 Factory Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90013
· Italian restaurant, Restaurant
· Arts District
Creative Northern Italian in the Arts District with standout hand-made pastas and focaccina, premium prices, lively industrial setting, and occasionally uneven service and seasoning.
The verdict
The Factory Kitchen delivers solid neighborhood dining with strong food quality anchored by signature Mandilli and focaccina, paired with an appealing industrial-chic setting in the Arts District. However, inconsistent execution—seasoning swings and occasional underseasoned pasta— and uneven service attentiveness prevent a higher grade, making it a reliable but not exceptional choice for elevated Northern Italian cooking.
One caveat: Reservation waits and seating delays reported on busy nights
What to order
- Mandilli di Seta
- Ligurian Focaccina (Funghi/Tradizionale)
- Prosciutto with Stracciatella
What diners say
- Silky, hand-made pastas that feel special
- Crescenza-filled focaccina with crisp, delicate crust
- Prosciutto and seafood starters that set the tone
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Tuesday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Thursday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Friday11:30–14:30, 17:00–22:00
Saturday17:00–22:00
Sunday17:00–21:00
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