REALLY GOOD! Like really good. completely glass of bubbly for special occasions Amazing service on a busy friday night FANTASTIC FOOD the stuffed mushrooms are life changing the asian pear pizza is perfect the buratra caprese cannot be beat the drinks are succulent and the bottomless wine is a DEAL my expeince was beyond, 10/10 read more

Food, cocktails and ervice was amazing. We tried almost everything on the menu and liked everything. If you like salted caramel, ask for their " best cake ", it is amazing. read more

Oko was the best waitress ever!!!! She made it so fun and welcoming. This place is a good vibe and a great time.

Bacari W 3rd is my favorite location of this local chain! I've been to a few of their locations now, especially the West Adams one by USC, since I live in that area. I was disappointed with the renovations that they did to that one, however, and the way it ruined its unique vibe and atmosphere. As for this newer location on 3rd Street, I couldn't be more pleased with the vibe! The atmosphere here is by far one of my favorites of any restaurant, period! Inside, there's a dimly lit, tavern like feel to it, with a bit of an Italian vibe. It's very classy and beautiful! An even better version of the vibe that they ruined at their West Adams location. The atmosphere outside, however, is where they truly shine and stand out. It is an absolutely beautiful patio, and my boyfriend and I have already come a few times now for brunch and date nights. They have string lights strung along the trees that provide shade during the day, with soft white pebbles on the ground beneath the tables. It is absolutely magical! I'd come for that alone, but I love the food as well! Bacari has tapas styled plates, and they've been expanding their menu and adding new options. I've been very impressed by nearly everything I've had here. There's of course, the Bacari bacon fries, which are my favorite fries ANYWHERE - love the egg on top and the bacon bits and other toppings. I also love getting any of their pizzas or pastas when I come - all absolutely splendid! The schwarma tacos are a newer addition, and I thoroughly enjoyed those as well! And of course, to top off any meal at Bacari, you need a sangria! I LOVE their fruity red sangrias! It's a must every time! Well done with the new location, Bacari! It's the most beautiful location and the atmosphere is absolutely magical! Pair that with some sangria and delicious tapas and you're in for a great time! I highly recommend for both dates and outings with friends! read more

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Servers were RUDE from the second we sat down. Tip is already included so they don't really care about service here. Ambiance is also weird, very crowded/packed seating. Pork belly - great. Ceviche - mid. Service - below average. 90 minute open bar - mid. They also dropped drinks on me and my friends. Would not recommend. read more

My new favorite spot! We loved everything about this place. We had a reservation for outdoor dining and got such a great table. The ambience is so cozy and romantic, indoor and outdoors! It's tapas style, and for the two of us, here is what we ordered: Asian Pear and Brie Pizza: 4/5 Stuffed Mushrooms: 5/5 Burrata: 5/5 Brussels Sprouts: 5/5 Shrimp Ceviche: (my partner's, he said he loved) We truly loved everything we ate, it was all so delicious. I can't wait to return and try more! We also had cocktails that were very tasty. I truly cannot wait to come back! read more

amazing food oko had amazing service and was very welcoming! try the bread pudding it was great!

Great food and cute/romantic ambiance, but service is on the slower side. Came to Bacari for a night out with some girlfriends and had a blast! You enter the restaurant through a (very low ceiling) tunnel. The place is dimly lit by candles and hanging lights, which gives a perfect romantic vibe. Seating is all mostly outside, but the patio has heaters and a couple of trees wrapped in string lights with branches that cover above you. You definitely feel hidden as though you briefly stepped out of the busy LA streets. The service was a bit slow, but with the pandemic and possibly a staff shortage, it is to be expected at most places you go to... especially in LA on a Saturday night. Small portions when it comes to food but prices are reasonable ($9-$14) , so I recommend ordering at least 2 options to start. Drinks are unique and very tasty, you won't be disappointed here. The pizza is a great option if you want to play it safe, a bit on the saltier side, but not to the point of ruining the meal. I LOVED the stuffed mushrooms; flavorful and juicy! The Mac and Cheese may look petite but this dish packs plenty of deliciously gooey flavor and elbow pasta enough to satisfy your hunger. Seared petit filet is a small entree but a fan favorite. And for only $10?? Don't want to miss an opportunity like this! Overall, a great dining experience. If you haven't eaten at Bacari, I suggest you make it your next spot to try out in LA! read more

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Amazing food, vibe and bar service. Sunday brunch is a great entry point, will definitely need reservations for a Saturday night.

Came here for my friend's birthday for the first time and had so so much fun! The food and drinks here are delicious and worthwhile. There were 6 of us and we all only paid about $70 each, including bottomless! We ordered the white pizza, pear and brie pizza, oaxacan pasta, green falafel, the gnocchi, the bacari fries, and the pilpelchuma shrimp. There are probably a few things I'm forgetting to list, because we ordered so much, but everything was awesome! I love getting a bunch of small plates and being able to try a bit of everything. Our favorites were definitely the pear and brie pizza, the fries, and the oaxacan pasta. I highly recommend the pear and brie pizza. The oaxacan pasta was so good that I tried to recreate it at home a few days later. We also got a free order of bread pudding for my friend's birthday and I LOVED it. The ice cream was so good and the bread pudding was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The ambiance was a bit loud, so it was a little hard to communicate with the waiter, but I will definitely be coming back for another occasion! read more

Summary: Awesome food and service. Only two single bathrooms, and consumption of metered parking spots in front for valet is annoying (but there is a good amount of street parking nearby). The enclosed courtyard space is lovely and has a European vibe. Happy hour is great for reduced prices. Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and fries were all very tasty. I met two of my colleagues for happy hour on a Tuesday recently. I found parking on the North East corner of the first perpendicular intersection to the East of the restaurant (but there were also other spots past the valet stand along the street). All meters use credit card. The entrance to Bacari is through a cool Medieval-styled tunnel. It opens up to a beautifully quaint, but spacious courtyard that is partially covered/inside to the right; but most seating is truly outside (though walled). There are propane heaters scattered around to keep folks comfy during winter months, and candles on tables help provide the atmosphere of romance or fun intimacy that is so pleasant. Our server throughout the meal was very attentive and was pretty quick to provide us drinks and food (as well as suggestions) throughout as we went through layers of courses. All food was very tasty and well prepared. The prices for tapas are not particularly cheap, but the portions are pretty good to make sharing a 2-3 items per 2 people sufficient for a meal. The cocktail and wine selections are also an added perk for the happy hour discounts, so come early. Overall, a very pleasant experience that I look to repeat with my wife if we are ever in the area. read more

food was absolutely fantastic, the ambiance was so cute and romantic, everything tasted sooooo delicious and our server john was amazing - super nice and very attentive! absolutely will be coming back very soon had a wonderful time. read more

I've been to Bacari at least 8-9 times, mostly due to my wife's preference and on special event days on a few occasions. I've never been that fond of the food preparation and I'm particularly annoyed by their poor preparation of their Dutch Babies. They prepare in a tiny iron pot and pour far too much batter -- which translated to IMPOSSIBILITY of the dutch baby being adequately cooked. Dutch babies need room to expand and rise on the sides. The small Bacari pot prevents this and the thick batter in the middle is unable to cook completely. Their babies (I've given them 3 chances) come out undercooked and battery mush in the middle. uggh. read more

I dined here on Sunday and my boyfriend and I had the best time. Basically nothing in LA can beat the Open Bar deal, and seals this place as our regular date night spot. My favorite part about it is that the servers have been, at both locations I visited, so attentive to getting us another round quickly - no dilly dallying to run out the clock. Mar mar was our server and she was wonderful. Every dish we got was amazing and the place is just so cute, can't wait to return!! read more

Great food, great service, friendly vibe, and incredible ambiance. It's tapas for the most part, so you'll probably order 3 - 5 items on the menu depending on how many at your table and how hungry you are. However it can get a bit pricey so stay aware of your budget. Highly recommend this one. read more

Oko was a wonderful server! She absolutely spoiled us and was very attentive to our table! Really appreciate her going out of her way for me and my friends! read more

Despite knowing the owners, my review is not biased. This place is ALWAYS packed. The food is outstanding. I've had pretty much the entire menu. The bacon wrapped dates are a must get. Smallish portions allow one to try a variety of things. The crowd is hip and energetic. The ambiance is great; great date place. Reservations are a must. read more

great food and service from our server Oko!! love the atmosphere. perfect place for birthday celebration!

I wanna go back to this placethe food were very delicious tho only small portions, but its okay we celebrated my friends bday here

Great ambiance. Food is eclectic! I have been a few times, and I would definitely come back again!

brought my mom here for mother's day brunch and oko was such a gem of a server!!! great experience for my mom

Crab cake flavor was a bit subtle. The egg was poached perfectly, the whites fluffy and delicate, the yolk thick yet runny. The hollandaise sauce was a little overwhelming. Very fatty tasting and not enough citrus to cut through. The tacos were rather ordinary. The chicken was not particularly tender and lacked the spice filled burst you find in other places. The cabbage seemed to just be as crunch, and did not provide a lot in terms of flavor or interest. read more

Bacari W 3rd - crab cake benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Had such a lovely time for happy hour with my friends here! The outdoor patio seating is beautiful- there's a giant tree that hangs overhead for shade and creates a romantic ambience with lights hanging from the branches. My friends and I ordered a variety of dishes, and each item tasted delicious! We got the following dishes: - Sabich - Burrata caprese - Shawarma tacos - Bacari fries - Hunter's mac and cheese - Glazed pork belly - Stuffed mushroom - Bacon & double cream pizza Out of these items, my favorites were the shawarma tacos (well-packed with meat!), stuffed mushroom (pesto sauce was great!!), and bacon & double cream pizza. The mac & cheese and fries were pretty yummy too! We also ordered two rounds of drinks each. I got the dragonfruit lemonade and the strawberry fizz. The dragonfruit lemonade was very refreshing and the alcohol didn't taste too strong. The strawberry fizz was a little watery (probably due to the ice) but was decent. I tried a bit of my friend's Lovely Lillet and that was a really lovely, fragrant drink that smelled like flowers. My friends enjoyed the Original Cup drink as well. One of my friends ordered the Olena Heat, upon the recommendation of our server, and I will warn you all that it is extremely spicy! The spice really hits you after a sip. It has turmeric, jalapeño, and ginger, so it is not for the weak! Overall, I had such an amazing time here with my friends and highly recommend coming here for happy hour, which has a $2 off discount per item. This would definitely be a great date night spot, but it's honestly just an awesome place for any intimate gathering! read more

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I came here for my birthday. Oko was the best server she was so kind and helpful and made my experience very memorable. Thank you!

What a nice treat! Hadn't dined out in over 6 months due to covid and this was such a pleasant experience. Came here with friends for a birthday dinner. The staff are all so nice and friendly. Our server, Nick, provided great recommendations. The outdoor garden patio was so charming!! Started with the kale salad and caprese which were both delicious. Get the caprese with their baguette. We then had the tacos and sliders and margarita and pear pizzas. For the sliders, the chicken was too thickly cut for my taste and the pickles could have been cut thinly but otherwise it was tasty if you like fried chicken with pickles. They use breast of chicken so it wasn't fatty which was a nice change but since breast of chicken is drier than thigh it must be paired with sauce (which was present but a bit too much). The pizzas were also both good but just wished the crust was crispy, again that's my personal preference. We also got the fries which were perfectly seasoned. It does come with a fried egg on top which is not for me but several people in our party loved it (again, personal preference). Don't leave without dessert! Their bread pudding and cake are both fantastic choices. The donuts were good but not like your traditional donut -- it wasn't sweet and had a hint of lavender. It comes with two sauces which are a must to pair the donut with since by itself the donut is bland. There is street parking and valet ($7 for lunch or $9 for dinner). Thanks for a great experience! read more

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Bacari is a hidden but famous brunch spot near The Grove for sure. The plates are rather small (but could be filling given some may be rich) so would be good to order a few and try different ones. The place is definitely a vibe -- feels like enchanted forest! Our favorite was the potato hash even though it was quite filling. The Dutch's baby came out quite late and tasted more like custard than bread. PARKING: - You can valet or park at the Trader Joe's plaza (just make sure to get validated) or The Grove and walk ~ 10 min (not bad) read more

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This review is long overdue. I can't say enough about how much we love this restaurant. Every couple of months we come down from S.F. and always come back to Bacari W 3rd. It's our favorite location, from the delicious food and cocktails, great atmosphere and friendly staff its always a great experience. Highly recommend read more

We came here for a date night spot, something special for the holidays and could not recommend this place enough! The night was wonderful. We weren't rushed here and everybody around us seemed to be very content and enwrapped in their company. I wouldn't come here if you're in a hurry with your family per se. It's not that kind of restaurant. We came here for the experience and we got it. An absolutely beautiful place, wonderfully paced service, and an unexpected delight of flavor combinations in every dish!! If you're stuck on what to order, here's what we had and recommend: Caprese: Delicious pesto sauce and great starting point to the night. Very light dish. The pesto reminded me of the fresh ingredient homemade sauce I make myself Ceviche: we could've gone without, it had a strong flavor of lime. Beef cheek: I love the soft texture of braised beef. It was perfect and sits on a creamy polenta Pear and Brie pizza: Incredibly unique flavors. Sweet and the perfect amount of cheesy. Really awesome pizza combination. Highly recommend for a great add to the flavor palette Pork belly: Very strong sweet sauce. The texture is crispy skin and incredibly soft and mouthwatering center. One of the best cooked pork belly's I've had Oaxocan pasta: So glad we got this. An amazing meaty flavor that has the perfect blend of spices. A very unique pasta delicacy Scallops: perfectly cooked and tasted buttery. They were also crispy and soft. Sitting on another purée that complimented them perfectly. Texture and soft flavors made it a good choice for one of the last plates Roasted carrots: we chose this one as a palette cleanser and to have some kind of vegetable after everything. It did the job! It was glazed to be sweet yet had the creamy burrata paired together. Lastly we had to get desert. I opted for the hillel's donuts. The sauce is what made this dessert so good. The donut is thick, but I cut it small and soaked the pieces in salted caramel butter sauce and lavender cream. Wow! The drinks were some of the best we've had in a while. The holiday special drink included eggnog and rum. It was amazing!! The atmosphere was beautiful. The food not pictured was because it was so good we just started eating right away! Thank you for a wonderful dinner and date night! It was really a beautiful experience and we love going to a restaurant in LA that makes us forget we're here in a busy city. 10/10 across the board! read more

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Very cute spot for dinner and small bites and shareable food. Love the outdoor vibes. read more

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Had the best long lunch today with a good friend all because of our waitress Oko who took such great care of us and delivered top notch service that made the dining experience above & beyond what it would have been. She was friendly, knowledgeable and honest about the menu, made fantastic recommendations and was ready to take care of all of our questions and concerns. We will definitely come back thanks to Oko's service! read more

Oko completely made my friend and I's night! Such a great server, great energy, and always made sure we had everything we needed and more. Hope to have her again next time! read more

This place had some super good tapas! Each dish was super good, so heres what i got. First i got the meat and cheese for three, we got the two cheeses and one salami. It came with bread, pickled figs, dried apricots and mini pickles. It was super good! A nice way to start. Next we got the brussel sprouts, which came with a delicious sauce and the sprouts themselves were super crispy on the outside. Really yummy dish. The next one was the burrata caprese, it also came with bread and deliciously fresh cherry tomatoes. I recommend this one too! For some of the more main dishes, we got pork belly which had a nice glaze and crispy outside with a tender fatty inside. We got the sea bass, which came with a bunch of veggies like shishito pepper and corn. Its very flavorful and fresh dish. Third we got the bowl of mussels which was ridiculously tasty, came with a delicious tomatoey soup and fresh bread! Mussels were flavorful, a must try! The last two we got was the lamb cob, which was my favorite, it was cooked perfectly and not gamey at all, it came with chickpeas and as super super tasty! The last one was the chipotle chicken wings which were super tender with a crispy crust, very interesting! read more

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What an amazing experience! From the moment we were greeted by the host and led through their beautiful space, I knew we were in for a treat. Their staff is incredibly attentive and came over as soon as they saw that we were settled in at our table. We chose to sit in their outdoor dining area, and the ambiance was just perfect. The outdoor heaters kept us nice and warm, and the espresso martini and my wife's wine helped as well :) Their menu consists of smaller bites meant to be shared, and our waitress did a great job of explaining all the different items on the menu. We ordered 7 different dishes, and honestly each one seemed almost better than the one before it. In reality we couldn't choose a favorite because we kept saying, "this one is my favorite," until the next dish came out. This was our first time to Bacari, and I can definitely say that this is now going to be one of our regular go to spots. Great for a date, a group meal, or just to saddle up to their beautiful bar for some drinks. No matter what, you can't go wrong. To BIG thumbs up!! read more

This gorgeous restaurant offers a fantastic experience in every realm--from the ambiance to the service to the food. Our server Erika was excellent and very attentive. Highly recommended the sea bass, brussel sprouts, and the date cake. Looking forward to trying other locations. read more

We came here for brunch on a Saturday afternoon. Opentable appeared to have no reservations available what so ever. We called just to double check and we were easily able to make one over the phone, so I think that is their preferred method. The outdoor garden patio has a perfect brunch vibe. I also loved that their brunch menu is tapas style, with price points that encourage you to try a lot of different things. Last and most importantly they have bottomless mimosas/Bellini/sangria which is a brunch essential. You can start with a mimosa and switch to any of their other bottomless options so that you're not committed to the same drink. So on paper this place sounds like a vibe with great drinks and aesthetic, but in actuality it's kinda ok because the food was not that great. We had the chorizó pizza (1/5), tacos (1.5/5), tofu scramble (3/5), and the crab cake Benedict (5/5). As a native Marylander I'm picky about my crab cake and they blew me away with the Benedict. But everything else wasn't memorable. Also their menu items are very vegetarian vegan friendly which is great if that's your idea of a great brunch, but for me not so much. Great brunch is only great if the food, drinks, and vibe are there, and this place only had 2/3. BUT if you're looking for a brunch place just for the purpose of getting LIT, look no further. Everyone here was happy and drunk off mimosas. One girl fell and had to get carried out, and upon exiting we saw a girl sitting on the curb throwing up, which was none of my business. read more

Bacari W 3rd - Garden patio - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What a wonderful surprise. Randomly booked on a Monday evening and it was packed. Service was impeccable, food was just perfect with multiple tapas and amazing drinks. I can't stress how much me and my girl loved this place, keep it up. We will be back soon!! What a literal hole in the wall. read more

We had a great atmosphere. Oko was very helpful and really attentive. The food was very delicious and we enjoyed the varied menu. The 90 minute open bar was as very worth it. read more

I came here last Saturday for dinner and it was extremely busy. There's valet parking in front and street parking. They have outdoor seating in front with heat lamps. Such a cute little hidden date spot! The hostess checked your temp before going in and everyone had masks on following covid guidelines. You walk through this cute pass way and then into the restaurant where the decor and ambiance was absolutely beautiful! We ordered a lot but here's what I remember, the shrimp ceviche was only good because of the chips that came with it. My fave was the stuffed mushroom and the drinks of course! read more

Bacari W 3rd - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I took a friend here from out of town. I knew the setting would impress and thought the food would too after reading the reviews. Well the latter was a huge disappointment . The bacon and jalapeño pizza came out and it was like a flat tortilla with mostly sauce and very little cheese . It was gross and we didn't even finish it although we were starving . The salmon what okay and the pork belly was juicy . We also had the burrata which was tasty as burrata doesn't take some special skills to get right . We skipped on dessert but enjoyed our drinks . It just wasn't enough to make me come back . read more

I'm beyond impressed. I made a reservation for 12 for my birthday brunch. The manager (I forgot his name) was adorable; he brought us blankets (it was chilly) and a Bloody Mary because he could see that I like them (I had 3 lol). We were treated like royalty. I would come back for the service alone - but then there's the food! Everything we got was fresh & delicious. I like that they paced out our meal rather than bring everything all at once. I particularly loved the crabcake benedict and shrimp polenta. I'll definitely be back. read more