Crafted Kitchen

I've worked in plenty of kitchens over the past ten years of my life. From quickservice to fine dining, home kitchens, and industrial bottling facilities. ....nothing has compared to the experience of working in Crafted Kitchen's shared kitchen. The most impressive thing about this place isn't the sheer massive amount of space that is hidden behind a brick wall in DTLA. It isn't the ridiculous amount of new and well kept equipment that was available to me. It isn't that somehow, even though somebody is almost always cooking (or baking or prepping)24/7, this facility is still the most immaculate I have ever been in. The most impressive thing to me was the huge community of other tiny businesses that came together under one roof. No matter how close I came to missing catering delivery deadlines, or realized I didn't have a crucial ingredient, or wanted to trash a recipe because one customer didn't like it...there was always someone else to push me to the finish line, swoop in and give me some onions, or tell me that maybe that customer wouldn't know good food if it bit them (or why they might be right!). The companies that I worked alongside became trusted colleagues and friends. We all shared that unspoken kitchen bond.Running the culinary side for a tiny, brand new, independent catering company in LA is more than a bit daunting. Crafted Kitchen was the place that made everything possible and made everything easier. The amount of work that Cindi (the owner) puts into Crafted Kitchen is mind boggling. I have seen her get up to the roof with a technician like she's spider woman. She has climbed ladders to help me reset a ceiling outlet. She has helped me find the equipment I needed because I was too frazzled to realize that the blender was right in front of my face. She has layed in puddles of dish water to stop a leak. She has given me some of the best advice that a young woman needs to hear...about staffing, marketing, self-evaluating, and most importantly knowing that you are just as worthy and strong and experienced as any of your counterparts in this business. And I literally never saw Cindi not somewhere at Crafted, whether it was 8am, 6pm, or 2am. She's a real superwoman. Oh! And let me tell you one more thing. THE KITCHENS ARE AIR CONDITIONED! You heard me right. As somebody who has been stuck on the grill when it's 100+ outside and the air blowing in is just as hot as the fire in front of you having air conditioning in the kitchen was the ultimate luxury. Thank you Crafted! For this and so much more. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

We've been tenants for almost one year now and I have to admit that Cindi has built something quite special at Crafted Kitchen. First off - it is a modern kitchen commissary with everything you need in a kitchen, which is kept meticulously clean and sparkling.Second, it is a hotbed of young, up and coming brands to network and get inspired by coming into work surrounded with like minded professionals. Third, you get to work with someone passionate about what they do. Cindi works probably harder than you and so to see that kind of dedication is really amazing and just makes you wanna put your best foot forward as well.Very much recommended place to work out of and bravo Cindi for building such a great community here in the Arts District! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I've worked in plenty of kitchens over the past ten years of my life. From quickservice to fine dining, home kitchens, and industrial bottling facilities. ....nothing has compared to the experience of working in Crafted Kitchen's shared kitchen. The most impressive thing about this place isn't the sheer massive amount of space that is hidden behind a brick wall in DTLA. It isn't the ridiculous amount of new and well kept equipment that was available to me. It isn't that somehow, even though somebody is almost always cooking (or baking or prepping)24/7, this facility is still the most immaculate I have ever been in. The most impressive thing to me was the huge community of other tiny businesses that came together under one roof. No matter how close I came to missing catering delivery deadlines, or realized I didn't have a crucial ingredient, or wanted to trash a recipe because one customer didn't like it...there was always someone else to push me to the finish line, swoop in and give me some onions, or tell me that maybe that customer wouldn't know good food if it bit them (or why they might be right!). The companies that I worked alongside became trusted colleagues and friends. We all shared that unspoken kitchen bond.Running the culinary side for a tiny, brand new, independent catering company in LA is more than a bit daunting. Crafted Kitchen was the place that made everything possible and made everything easier. The amount of work that Cindi (the owner) puts into Crafted Kitchen is mind boggling. I have seen her get up to the roof with a technician like she's spider woman. She has climbed ladders to help me reset a ceiling outlet. She has helped me find the equipment I needed because I was too frazzled to realize that the blender was right in front of my face. She has layed in puddles of dish water to stop a leak. She has given me some of the best advice that a young woman needs to hear...about staffing, marketing, self-evaluating, and most importantly knowing that you are just as worthy and strong and experienced as any of your counterparts in this business. And I literally never saw Cindi not somewhere at Crafted, whether it was 8am, 6pm, or 2am. She's a real superwoman. Oh! And let me tell you one more thing. THE KITCHENS ARE AIR CONDITIONED! You heard me right. As somebody who has been stuck on the grill when it's 100+ outside and the air blowing in is just as hot as the fire in front of you having air conditioning in the kitchen was the ultimate luxury. Thank you Crafted! For this and so much more. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

We have been working out of this kitchen for almost two years. The community is incredible and Cindi is an amazing hands on owner who will do whatever she can to support the businesses in her community. Without this place - my business would not be possible. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Crafted Kitchen couldn't be a better place for small food businesses to operate and thrive. We love the community, the amazing facility and are forever grateful for such a concept to exist to allow us to grow our business.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Crafted Kitchen is a wonderful and welcoming place to begin the journey of starting a small food business. The knowledgable people, top quality equipment and a community of entrepreneurs who are always willing to help out or give friendly advice, make Crafted Kitchen the perfect destination for people who have the willpower to succeed and are looking for a space that matches their desires.

Reviewed on Google Maps

This review is based on the facility. On Cleanliness: Super CLEAN!!! You can practically eat off the floor. I didn't see any dust, spills, crumbs, nothing. It is so sterile. On Design: Updated newly renovated feel. Everything is well lit, not migraine blinding, but you don't have to squint or anything. A sleek minimalist feel, very functional, spacious. Bathrooms are set with the best Home touches but still has a commercial clean feel. Parking: this is the fault in our stars.. you have to hunt for parking. Read signs carefully. They have a limited parking lot and it probably costs a fortune and probably needs to be booked in advance. Overall: if I were a catering company I'd totally invest in this. It's worth the money. Seemed to be well equipped. Functional easy to work in space. Comfortable and centrally located. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

First time here. Amazing space! Will write more after indulging in the entire experience! Looking forward to the food pairing with one of the Arts District favorite breweries, Indie Brewing.

Reviewed on Yelp