Since its 2020 debut, Enrique Olvera’s Damian has become one of the best upscale Mexican restaurants in the city, as well as one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles, period. Damian’s understatedly stylish ambience and unforgettable seafood-centric small plates, grilled meats and playful vegetable mains easily put it in the same league as its always-popular parking lot neighbor, Bestia, but the restaurant defies any simple comparison. When every bite reflects Damian’s commitment to traditional Mexican cooking techniques and ingredient sourcing, there’s no one singularly great dish to order, but you’d be remiss not to order the unforgettable pollito al pastor and art-like hibiscus meringue. Groups of four or more should order the duck carnitas, a pricey but decadent dish best piled onto Damian’s amazing tortillas for maximal enjoyment.