L'Appart

In L.A.’s French dining scene, most restaurants fail to capture the spirit of bon rapport qualité-prix—the sweet spot between quality and price characteristic of Paris’s greatest bistros. Newly relocated to the charming European-style promenade within Downtown’s Spring Arcade, L’Appart is one of the few that delivers on both fronts. Head chef Thierry Babet hails from France, and his moderately priced bill of fare is delicious across the board. Straightforward classics like Burgundy-style escargot and onion soup offer plenty of rich, buttery comfort, and the well-plated seasonal entrées are just as compelling as the appetizers. For drinks, look at the excellent wine list courtesy of co-owner Mathieu Giraud’s Garcons de Cafe next door, and be sure to save room for dessert.