Find the best restaurants near Highland Park Station in Los Angeles. Top spots within walking distance. Independent scores, no paid placements.
By DineGuides Team·Updated March 2026·5 spots within 0.3 mi
Here are 5 restaurants within 0.3 miles of Highland Park Station, sorted by distance. Each has a DineGuides score of 75 or higher.
Whether you’re grabbing a bite before boarding or exploring the neighborhood, these are the spots worth your time.
The closest restaurants to Highland Park Station are Mason's Dumpling Shop (0.1 mi), Ichijiku Sushi (0.1 mi), and Folliero's Italian Food and Pizza (0.2 mi).
Mason's Dumpling Shop serves up flavorful, hearty dumplings and rice bowls, with a particular nod to their vegan and vegetarian options. This casual, hole-in-the-wall spot is ideal for a quick, satisfying meal, offering generous portions at a reasonable price.
🍽️88Food
✨65Vibe
💰70Value
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“Amazing vegan options. The teriyaki vegan beef and rice bowl was delicious and so flavorful- and the vegan dumplings were clearly handmade and tasted amazing.”
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“The Angus Stewed Beef Rice Bowl is hands‑down my favorite—I’ve had it plenty of times, and it never disappoints.”
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“The food was amazing , portions are great and not expensive at all! Would come again!”
Ideal for
Families with kidsSolo diningQuick weeknight meals
Ichijiku Sushi is a neighborhood sushi bar celebrated for its remarkably fresh fish and modern preparations, offering a pleasant atmosphere for casual dining and dates, though some diners find the value proposition high for the portion sizes.
🍽️83Food
✨82Vibe
💰68Value
👋64Service
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“Great place to have conversation and enjoy some delicious sushi”
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“Outdoor seating in the back parking lot; inside is only a bar”
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“The fish is so fresh it just melts in your mouth”
Ideal for
Nigiri and specialty fish enthusiastsCasual date nights with patio appealHappy hour diners seeking value
Folliero's is a beloved, multigenerational Highland Park institution celebrated for authentic Neapolitan-style pizza, generous portions, and unbeatable value. However, recent visits reveal troubling quality decline—soggy pizza, watery pasta, sparse toppings—and service inconsistency.Owner is responsive but underlying operational issues persist.
This casual Peruvian spot serves up hearty, soul-grabbing dishes, with a particular talent for rotisserie chicken and bright, flavorful ceviche. While the atmosphere leans towards upscale Chipotle, the friendly, attentive service and generous portions make it a neighborhood favorite for families and groups.
🍽️85Food
✨75Vibe
💰70Value
🔊65Noise
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“Rosty’s used to by go-to place to go to but today I went, after a while, and I left completely disappointed.”
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“I went here with a bachelor party of folks and was met with excellent service”
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“I ordered extra steak the other day and they charged me for it and didn’t add it to the delivery.”
Ideal for
Families with kidsGroup diningCasual weeknight dinner
Checker Hall is a highly-regarded Los Angeles establishment celebrated for its stunning, moody ambiance and inventive Mediterranean-Asian fusion cuisine, making it a go-to spot for both special occasions and casual nights out.
🍽️87Food
✨92Vibe
💰76Value
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“Vintage and all of the decor is so intricate and gives you a warm, nostalgic feeling”
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“Service is variable. Sometimes efficient and friendly; other times takes 20-25 minutes”
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“One of the best dining experiences in.”
Ideal for
Date nights and romantic occasionsGroup celebrations (birthdays, anniversaries)Cocktail-focused dining experiences
