Lonell's is a proud participating restaurant in Los Angeles Black Restaurant Week, September 18–27, 2026 —
a citywide celebration honoring Black-owned dining across LA. Come out during the week to enjoy Chef Lonell's soul food and support Black-owned business.
Lonell's is one of the only soul food restaurants in Los Angeles with consistent live entertainment every week — a cultural hub where food, music, and community come together.
3rd Thursday Monthly
Comedy Night
Laugh the night away at our monthly Comedy Night! Dinner service runs 11am-7pm, then the comedians take the stage from 7pm to 9pm on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
DJ Goddess Divine hosts the mic every Saturday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Grab a plate, grab a mic,
and sing your heart out at 8501 S Vermont Ave.
At a Glance
Day
Hours
Entertainment
Monday
CLOSED
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Tuesday
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (take-out only)
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Wednesday
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (take-out only)
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Thursday
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (full service)
Comedy Night 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (3rd Thursday)
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (full service)
Live Jazz 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (full service)
Karaoke 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM with DJ Goddess Divine
Sunday Brunch Special: Free champagne with brunch. 10% Senior & Government Worker Discount (valid ID required).
The Experience
More Than a Restaurant
Lonell's was built to be a cultural and social hub where guests can enjoy meaningful moments —
unwinding to the soothing sounds of the best jazz bands in town, sharing expertly crafted
dishes with friends, or grabbing brunch on a Sunday morning.
A dedicated performance stage serves as the focal point of the dining room, with live
entertainment every Friday and Saturday, plus the 3rd Thursday for Comedy Night. Whether it's a date night,
a gathering with friends, or a solo escape to recharge — Lonell's is the spot.
2
Nights of Weekly Entertainment
30+
Years of Culinary Excellence
1
Dedicated Performance Stage
Free
Champagne at Sunday Brunch
Reserve
Book Your Table
Walk-ins welcome, reservations accepted for parties of any size. Call or email to reserve.
Every Sunday, Lonell's serves up brunch from 11am–5pm with soul food favorites that resonate
with the community's love for comforting, hearty meals. No live music on Sundays —
free champagne is included with your brunch, and a 10% discount is available for seniors and
government workers with valid ID.
Two private event spaces available, the Dining Room and Small Room, each with a maximum capacity of 50 guests.
Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate dinners, and community gatherings.
