About Us
Joyce celebrates the essence of Southern cuisine, spotlighting sustainable seafood and an exceptional raw bar. Located in East Los Angeles, in the heart of downtown. Our recipes reflect a heartfelt blend of flavors inspired by the coastal south and soul food classics. The menu features a a variety of small and large plates, inviting guests to enjoy in the spirit of a traditional southern table, where friends and family gather around for a shared dining experience.
To complement our dishes, we curate a full wine list and zero-landfill cocktail program, blending innovation with a commitment to sustainability. Let Joyce be your home away from home, where every visit delivers warmth, community, and culinary experience to be remembered.
Meet the Rileys, founders and operators of Joyce. The restaurant was inspired and named after Prince’s mother, who grew up in the South. She taught him the art of hospitality at a very young age. After 15 years of operating restaurants, they saw an opportunity during the pandemic to bring his dream of owning a restaurant to life and couldn't be happier to be in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.
Joyce is proud to be family operated & minority-owned, sharing a passion in community and connecting with other small businesses.