My wife treated me to dinner at Piccalilli for my birthday. It's been on my list for some time, so…read moreI was really excited when we pulled up to the restaurant! I was blown away by the service. We were seated quickly in a hip and classy, but very casual sitting area outside, and our server was extremely kind and helpful with menu questions from start to finish. Drink-wise, I ordered the frozen slushee, and it was delicious. For our food, we had the bread plate (delicious), green papaya salad (amazing balance of sweet and spicy notes), Brussels sprouts (on the spicy side, but so good), and potato wedges (great crunch, and the aioli was superb). We each got our own larger plate: I ordered the moo yang, which was absolutely terrific with a great balance of flavors. My spouse ordered the yaki udon and only had great things to say! The show-stopper of the night, however, was the s'mores ice cream. Order this. Just do it -- you'll thank me later! Plenty of parking nearby in lots, and so much to do in this area of Culver City! This will be our new splurge spot, as it's somewhat pricey overall, but *definitely* worth every penny. I can't wait to return!

went here for my grad dinner and it was spectacular!! honestly, my FAVORITE spot in LA now! i…read morecalled an hour before bc my reservation didn't go through and i was able to snatch a spot--bless the heart of who said okay to me i was stressing during my commencement ceremony bc of this the food was so yummy. as a southeast asian, the flavors of each dish seemed strikingly similar to our authentic dishes and were all executed so well. there wasn't a single dish that my party of six did not enjoy. the papaya salad, moo yang & thai curry pork katsu in particular were my favorites of the night we took an uber there so unsure about the parking but its surrounding area was very lively on a saturday night. the overall ambience of the restaurant is perfect for any occasion. our server was SO kind and answered all our shenanigans without judgment. we felt so comfortable dining here. overall, im def coming back! you really can't go wrong with piccalilli as everything about them is top-tier. my new favorite gem in la

We came on Sunday night for a friend's birthday with a party of six. From the moment we sat down,…read moreKasia made us feel welcome. She was warm, attentive, and kept everything moving without ever making us feel rushed. She just had this easy way of making the table feel comfortable. And the food? Honestly, it really impressed us. The lamb kebabs were juicy and well-seasoned, the crispy cauliflower was snackable, the sexy fries were a hit. Drinks were top-notch, especially the Indian gin Negroni. And even the hot tea with ginger got smiles from our non-drinking friends. It was a really enjoyable evening, and we'd definitely go back.Thank you Kasia for making so special

I spontaneously met up with an old (vegetarian) friend here for dinner and really enjoyed their…read morenon-meat options. We ordered the Jackfruit Jalfrezi and the Daring "Butter chicken" with imitation meat. I normally am not a fan of imitation meat, but both dishes were overly. The jalfrezi had an incredible flavorful profile and I loved the tang of the gravy. The rice and garlic naan were good, but nothing memorable by themselves. My drink, the NA Indian detox was actually a smash hit. Service was friendly, but the bathrooms were surprisingly dirty/old. Maybe a byproduct of a busy day, but I definitely expect better for a restaurant at this price point (-1 star).

Been here twice, almost just see if the first time was a fluke...it wasn't…read more This little place, hidden in the lobby of a hotel, is fighting above its weight. A gem, just across from The Wiltern! There are places nearby with lines...skip them, come here! Bulgogi quesadilla? Amazing. Kimchi steak taco? Not soggy, steak is lean, pico de gallo is perfect counterpoint. Street sandwich? Comfort food. Tortilla pizza? Fantastic (but get the sriracha mayo and Tabasco to accentuate the positive). Beverages? Dynamite. Whiskey with fresh strawberry puree? As good as any tiki bar. Gin with lemonade and lemon cello with sparkling water? Delicious and dangerous. Not for nothing, service has been great both times Highly recommend, looking forward to coming back again!

Nice and cute restaurant in a lobby of a ktown hotel. They have free parking in the basement the…read moredownside is if you're using the stairs to go up to the restaurant it's a bit dingy and it's next to the trash area. My friend arrived first and though I made a reservation through Yelp she was told there's not reservation under my name. Apart from that where we were seated was a nice well decorated area too. We ordered toowomba pasta, kimchi pasta and butterfly squid. I liked my towoomba pasta and the lychee cocktails. The squid was flavored well though a tad bit over cooked. Service was adequate and typical of ktown restaurants. A good place for brunch or lunch with the girls.

Yuko, I write you with a heavy heart after learning during my weekly visit that the green tea…read moresesame cookie has been discontinued. My immediate reaction? Depression. How could my favorite cookie in LA be retired? How could Spider-Man or Batman or Buddha or any messianic figure "retire"? The injustice conjures to mind a memory of the reason that six years ago I walked with my fist up during protests only blocks from this location. I'm not ashamed to say I buckled to my knees and spouted flowing tears that rivaled the lovely new waterfall you have outside. With all the uncertainty and chaos in the world, there was one place of solace I could rely on to nourish my spirit and renew the daily fight to spread light in this shadowy world. No, not at church. But at Yuko Kitchen, where I could sit and audibly exhale while demolishing the not-too-sweet-sweetness of the green tea sesame cookie. So please Yuko and team, before I believe all the good is gone from this world. Bring back the delightful sweet treat that could heal the world. The hallowed Green Tea Sesame Cookie.

The service at this restaurant was great with all of the staff all so nice…read more The looks of the food were great. The taste was a nice mix but a little too much, I definitely should say that the Fish 'n Chips were great! Not the worst Asian food I've ever had!!! The music and the vibes were so cool with everyone having a smile on their face. PS. Shout out to the Apple mint lemonade!!

We got the Hainan Chicken and the Mee Goreng. Service was friendly-- we got seated right away and…read morethey were really helpful with their recommendations. Seating area is cute, with TVs inside and outside. - Hainan Chicken: chicken was soft and juicy, but rice was a bit hard. It comes with 3 sauces and we liked the ginger-chili sauce the most! - Mee Goreng: reminded us of chow mein. A little greasy but good flavors.

Best things: amazing + kind service and fantastic Hainanese chicken. Chicken is really nicely…read moreprepared and the garlic rice is excellent. The sauces that accompany are great. The coconut broth in the chicken noodle soup is delicious. Good herbaceous flavor as well with a generous portion of tasty lean chicken meat. I will go back soon to try more things. I'd been meaning to try this spot for years. Temporarily located inside Humble Potato while they finish up their new space. Nice chill back patio.

I don't usually write reviews but i left feeling obligated after such a curated experience…read more Everything about the night just felt so intentional without feeling pretentious or forced. The welcome drink when we first got there was such a nice touch, and the jazz + ambiance was honestly perfect. Great service all around, and Jonnie the bartender was awesome, super welcoming and just a really good bartender. What stood out to me most is that this feels like a real LA place with actual integrity, not some overly manufactured "LA experience" lol. The vibes are just right. Good music, good people, good drinks and a place that actually feels like it has a soul. Had a really great night here, definitely coming back.

I've been wanting to try this place for SO long, so I finally decided to give it a try for my…read morebirthday! The vibe was super cute and would be perfect for a date night or a big group celebrating any occasion. Now, let's get to the food! Everything is served family-style, but my fiancé and I wanted to try everything, so naturally... we ordered almost the entire menu. We couldn't even finish all of our food, but everything was so good! My favorites were definitely the ribeye skewers and the soft shell crab curry with noodles. I've never really had anything like it before and honestly didn't expect to love it as much as I did! And can we have a moment for the mango sticky rice?! The presentation was beautiful, it was perfectly sweet, and the mangoes were perfectly ripe. The service and staff were also super friendly . 10/10 all around! I'd definitely recommend this place and would love to come back.

Have heard good things about Simpang so I had to see if it was true. It got quite busy on a Tuesday…read moremorning, which was surprising because it was a weekday! They had a special brazino dish and it was AMAZING. It had a bit of a char and the sauce wasn't overpowering. The salad they added on top tasted really refreshing.

Decided to try it while in Venice beach area. It is in a small strip mall but valet parking by the…read morerestaurant (free for customers). We ordered grilled Sea Bass in banana leaf, coconut rice and the vegetarian noodle. I asked the server to make it super spicy. Since he kind of guessed I will need additional spicy, he gave me the house hot pepper sauce. Sea bass was very tasty and the hot sauce complimented the extra sambal the chef had added. My kid laughed the vegetarian noodles but said, it could use extra spices. A bit blander than what we get in Bay area Indonesian places. Overall, the owner/server was nice. Small but well decorated place. Around 5 miles from Venice beach but we didn't mind the drive. At least thanks to free valet parking at the restaurant the dinner was not super expensive.

It's kind of hilarious that I've actually mistaken this place for another place. I had to double…read moretake to make sure it was the right one because I remembered it being somewhere else. But I was glad I came to this place. Love the atmosphere. It was energetic, a bit loud, and has a cooled retro night bar with neon signs. The alcohol display behind the bar was a spectacular view/design. It's high, making it looking pretty against the dim backdrop. We ordered four dishes, Dan Dan Mian, sichuan eggplant, chili wonton, and duck bao. The Dan Dan was unique. I didn't expect it to be spicy like all the other ones I've tried. But it was amazing! All of them were! Reservations are strongly recommended since it gets filled up pretty easily. Lastly, I want to give our waiter, Peter, a huge shoutout for being so attentive and engaging. He was on top of it! Great energy and very friendly.

This review is based just on picking up a to go dessert order…read more We ordered the sesame balls and mango sticky rice. Loved the sesame balls and would 100% order them again. The sticky rice was just okay but it surprisingly was lacking in flavor so doubt I'd opt to try it again. Still want to try out their fit and for a dine in experience!

Was craving Indonesian food so I tried Mr. Sate out with my friends, and was not disappointed! The…read moreinterior is cute, clean, and comfy.I'm pretty sure they have a free parking lot in the back which is super convenient for if you're driving to get here. The prices are very reasonable, especially by LA standards, and the staff are friendly and attentive. Sadly, I have a peanut allergy, so I wasn't able to try the satay, but according to my friends, it was really good! I got the Soto Betawi though, and it was super delicious and flavorful. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time I'm craving Indonesian food. I'd also recommend it to anyone in the area looking to give Indonesian cuisine a try.

My friends and I stopped by Mr. Sate for lunch and between the six of us, we ordered a bunch of…read moreitems to share, including the bakwan jagung, empek-empek, nasi goreng java, house mix tofu salad, two orders of the chicken sate, a babi sate, short rib skewers, a char siu bowl, and a rendang bowl. Overall, there were some highlights, but the dishes that were a miss were pretty unenjoyable. My friend was super excited to see char siu on the menu since we had passed on Cantonese char siu the day before, but the char siu bowl that they had here was closer to Taiwanese braised pork belly rice. There were some pieces of meat that were tender and seasoned well, but the majority of pieces were too dry, and the rice to meat ratio was pretty bad; you're definitely not getting your money's worth with this dish. The other dish that was pretty bad was the rendang bowl. Rendang is one of my favorites dishes because of how tender the meat can be and how many different types of spices are used, but the one here misses the mark in every way: the pork was dreadfully dry, the pork wasn't seasoned well, and honestly, it was hard for us to finish the bowl. A complete waste of $16. The dishes that were enjoyed by our part included the fried fish cakes, the fried corn fritters and the skewers. These I would get again if I stopped by again. Overall, I was a bit disappointed by our meal. Everything on the menu sounded appetizing, but the execution was not there.

Amazing authentic Thai Cuisine…read more I love Thai Cuisine even if it is spicy with fresh herbs and vegetables. We ordered the following with my family: Drunken Noodle with Chicken (Pad Kee Mow) - $15.00 Basil Over Rice with Fried Egg - $17.00 + Beef $2.00 Chicken Panang Curry - $15.00 Vegan Kee Mow - $15.00 + Soy meat $2.00 Veggie Yellow Curry - $15.00 2 Thai Teas - $9.00 1 Soda $2.00 Chicken Steamed Dumplings - $10.00 Veggie Steamed Dumplings $10.00 All the entrees were super delicious and flavorful. We enjoyed every entree. I didn't get a chance to take most of the pictures... Ambiance is very small. They have small area of tables inside and outside. Friendly staff and service was great. Highly recommended.

Certainly it with the wait!!! Don't plan on dining in as…read moreyour food is late and it appears they pay way more attention to DoorDash drivers and outside delivery. Waisted good 45 minutes for an egg roll.