Best Family Friendly Favorites Pizza Restaurants in Downtown LA
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Bottega Louie
A Downtown Italian powerhouse with a full patisserie that keeps families happy.
Notable Picks
8.8
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Trendy Table Hotspots
A grand, high-volume Downtown institution that pairs reliable Italian comfort with a patisserie and market feel. Pastas and pizzas come out fast and consistent even at peak crowds, and the bright, bustling room works well for kids, groups, and celebrations without feeling like a compromise.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, House-made pastas (ask for daily standouts), Macarons and pastries from the patisserie counter
What Makes it Special: A Downtown Italian powerhouse with a full patisserie that keeps families happy.
8.3
Chris Bianco's 18-hour fermented dough creates a chewy, yeasty crust that holds up under wood-fired heat and house-made toppings like the fennel sausage on the Wiseguy. The DTLA outpost brings Phoenix's decades-long reputation to a loud, industrial-chic room where reservations run weeks out but walk-ins can luck into patio seats. Expect to commit to the experience—the short menu rewards patience, not spontaneity.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wiseguy Pizza, Gem Salad, Burrata Salad
What Makes it Special: James Beard Award-winning pizzaiolo Chris Bianco's wood-fired Neapolitan pies, featured on Netflix's Chef's Table
8.1
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
A compact New York–style slice shop that’s been feeding Downtown since the mid-2000s, with a straightforward menu and steady execution. Slices run classic and kid-friendly—cheese, pepperoni, and veggie—served fast for families on the go. Best for a no-drama pizza stop before events or between errands.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Meat Deluxe pie
What Makes it Special: Old-school DTLA slice joint with reliable NY-style pies.