Grand Central Market
12 expert reviews
“This mouthwatering gathering place is the city's largest and most active food market.”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"With Downtown's ongoing renaissance there has been substantial investment (of money, time and passion) into the lunch counters here." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Mexican specialties and more."
Travel + Leisure
"Grand Central Market's global merchants and hipster food purveyors sell house-smoked lox, freshly-fried falafels, tamarind candy, and everything in between." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The city's oldest and largest open-air market sits on the ground floor of the Homer Laughlin Building." Full review
The Infatuation
"In the span of just five years, Grand Central Market has become an essential LA food experience." Full review
Departures
"One of the city’s most ambitious culinary destinations by introducing new vendors amidst its classic stalls selling everything from fruit to spices to tacos to roasted chicken." Full review
Bon Appétit
"L.A.’s best bites under one downtown roof." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Highlights include... and China Cafe, which which locals just refer to as "the wonton soup place."" Full review
U.S. News & World Report
"Grand Central Market, or foodie heaven according to visitors, is located in downtown Los Angeles by the Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Broad." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"What were your first impressions when you arrived? Not much has changed structurally in the 103 years since Grand Central Market opened, though of course none of the original vendors are around." Full review