Mexican
Mr. Menudo Oficial - Downey
Mr. Menudo Oficial - Downey is a Mexican restaurant on Paramount Boulevard.
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A starting point for exploring Downey
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Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
Seafood
Afghan
Sushi
Pizza
Downey Pizza Company
The Downey Pizza Company is a restaurant located in Downey, California, offering a diverse menu that includes Downey Pizza originals, build-your-own pizza options, pastas, calzones, strombolis, and other favorites. The…
Mediterranean
The Olive RestoBar
The Olive RestoBar serves Greater Mediterranean cuisine from a made-from-scratch kitchen, with cocktails and a full bar. It has indoor seating and an outdoor patio, and offers catering for weddings and other events.
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Local retail
2 AM Liquor Vikum Liquor Market
2 AM Liquor Vikum Liquor Market is a neighborhood market on Imperial Highway.
Local retail
A & T Liquor
A & T Liquor Inc is an independent shop on Downey Avenue.
Local retail
A1 Food Store
A1 Food Store is an independent shop on Studebaker Road.
Local retail
Aloha Liquor
Aloha Liquor is an independent shop on Lakewood Boulevard.
Local retail
Amapola Deli & Market
Amapola Deli & Market is a neighborhood market on Florence Avenue.
Local retail
Brick Los Angeles
Brick Los Angeles is a locally owned sneaker and streetwear shop at 8331 Firestone Blvd in Downey. Started in July 2021, the shop buys, sells, and trades.
Make a day of it
Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Science museum
Columbia Memorial Space Center
The Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey, California, provides an interactive educational experience, where science comes alive through hands-on exhibits. This center hosts events and activities suitable for all…
Performing arts theater
Downey Theatre
Downey Theatre is a performing arts theater on Firestone Boulevard.
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