Went to Firstborn yesterday. Overall foods are really good, but their Ogen Melon dessert is out of…read morethis world.

Came here for a dinner with my friends and it was all our first time. We just heard a lot of good…read morethings about it so we came to try it out. We did make a reservation, so definitely do that beforehand. Me personally, am not too fond of prefixed menus because I can be very picky with what is in a dish, but I was very impressed. You are given 3 choices for the 3 courses and dessert. Our waiter recommended that we all tried different items so we can share a piece from each dish which was the best idea. Overall every dish was quite tasty and very fresh. I did wish for the butter prawns, I got another piece or at least another baby corn on the dish. My favorites were the chicken appetizer and the melon dessert. The dessert was delicious and refreshing perfect for the hot summer night. Loved how the inside of the restaurant was set up and I believe they have some outdoor seating as well. Overall would love to come back.

It's surprisingly rare to find a place where every part of the experience feels this dialed in. The…read morefood was excellent across the board, but the calamari deserves a special mention--perfectly crisp, light, and easily some of the best we've had in LA. The space strikes that ideal balance between comfortable and chic, with warm earth tones, suede textures, natural wood, and a modern design that feels inviting rather than precious. Then there's the soundtrack: Portishead, deep trip-hop cuts, and other thoughtfully curated tracks that quietly set the mood without demanding your attention. What really stood out, though, was the people. Every interaction felt genuine. The staff struck that sweet spot of being warm, attentive, and effortlessly cool without ever hovering or feeling rehearsed. We felt welcome from the moment we walked in. The highlight came after dinner when the owner spotted us on the street and invited us back in for dessert and coffee on the house. It wasn't a sales pitch or a gimmick, just authentic hospitality from someone who clearly loves what they've built and genuinely enjoys sharing it with people. That small gesture said everything. Great food gets you in the door. Thoughtful design sets the mood. But authentic hospitality is what keeps you coming back. The Alley absolutely nailed all three.

Winner. Secret, but not once the tipping point happens! Wow!…read more We went here a few years ago under different ownership, but this is an entirely new experience. Great food. Prices are totally reasonable. The happy hour menu runs late and includes those lobster rolls. Wines by the glass galore. Finished with cherry pie. Service was warm, friendly and just right. Wonderful.

Top tier service from servers Roman and Nessi! Super quick, amazing views and great food as always…read more Never a dull moment here!

awesome food, ambiance and Kelly took awesome care of us. my mom and son enjoyed every bit of it…read more the entire staff from start 5 to finish are just so courteous, friendly and helpful. loved it!

The inside is low lit & gives an elevated ambiance. Service was fantastic and very attentive. We…read morestarted with the pacific oysters & spicy tuna crispy rice. The pacific oysters are a good size and I really enjoyed the yuzu-kosho ponzu sauce on it. The spicy tuna crispy rice have a good amount of spicy tuna on top & I loved how crispy they made the rice underneath. The Kodo trio comes with uni, toro, & wagyu and the Toro sampler comes with o-toro, chu-toro, akami. All of these handrolls were phenomenal & just left you wanting more. The Wagyu katsu you cook on a hot stone at the table which I liked as an interactive dish. The Wagyu cheeseburger was dripping with juice but still had those crunchy edges. The Uni pasta was beautiful & delicious. The Chimichurri prawns I could eat multiple plates of- the shell comes sliced down the middle so you just have to peel it off. For dessert we ordered the Kodo basque cheesecake & Miso chocolate torte. I love a basque cheesecake & the sesame crumble added great texture. The miso chocolate torte made me wish I ordered my own. Everything from start to finish was amazing, it's hard to pick favorites. Parking- valet $13

I really enjoy eating here because service is fast and friendly. You get a lovely meal and every…read morestaff member you meet is always so friendly. Food is delicious, drinks are good, and parking isn't hard to find if you're willing to walk a little. The design kinda dark inside, but the patio is always nice. The best part? I can be in and out in less than an hour if I wanted!

This place has incredible vibes and it's the perfect spot for a date night!…read more Their food is really good too, I loved the freshness of the branzino, and the s'mores cookie was amazing! Service is fantastic, and the food comes out quickly! The ambiance is so nice and there was a live dj and a live fire performance the night I went! You can park at the connecting hotel and get validation, so parking ends up being $15.

Me and some friends went for DineLA week where the dinner menu was $55/person. Half of us got the…read more Picanha and the other half got the mango chicken. The picanha was average at best. It was kind of chewy and dry and under seasoned for beef. The mango chicken was dry. The side of mashed potatoes, mid at best too. Tasted like a mix between instant and actual potatoes. For $55, go to H&H or Fogo. Not only are they AYCE, but they taste better too. Lastly, they add a 4% CA benefit charge to every check. I hate it when restaurants do that. JUST RAISE YOUR PRICES BY 4%. The service was friendly. But it took them a long time to bring the cocktail we ordered. By the time they brought it over we were pretty much done. Final verdict, skip this place.

Love the place, good food and great service from Ben K. I would definitely come here again!read more

Food was so great!! And Tommy was very attentive. (-: vibe is very laid back ams casual. (-: def…read morewill be coming back.

My experience here was really good! The check-in process was smooth, and our waiter was extremely…read morehelpful when it came to explaining and recommending things on the menu. I really appreciated that he didn't just recommend the most expensive items--he actually suggested some of the popular dishes that people usually order. The tiramisu was excellent. It tasted homemade and fresh, not like something store-bought. The carbonara pizza was also really good--light but still filling. I'd recommend sharing it because, at least for me, the portion was pretty big. I went here on a double date and would definitely most definitely recommend it to you guy who looking for Itilian restaurants to go to it warm and cozy and very welcoming.. Overall, I had a great experience here. The food was delicious, the service was great, and our waiter made the experience even better. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

A friend took me to Oste for a belated birthday dinner, and since it was my first time there, I was…read morecurious to see what all the buzz was about. We arrived a little early for our reservation, and even though they were busy, they seated us right away outside. Our table was along the walkway, which wouldn't necessarily be my first choice next time, but I appreciated that they got us settled without making us wait around. The outdoor area had a relaxed neighborhood feel, and it was nice being outside while the evening was warm. We started with the Fiori di Zucca. The squash blossoms were stuffed with ricotta and Parmigiano, lightly fried, and served with marinara. They were good, although they weren't the dish I found myself thinking about afterward. That honor goes to the mussels. I wasn't expecting them to be my favorite thing we ordered, but they absolutely were. The broth was flavorful enough that I kept going back to it after the mussels were gone, which is usually my personal test for whether a mussel dish has done its job. We also shared the Pappardelle alla Vaccinara with braised oxtail ragù, Parmigiano, and rosemary oil. The ragù had a deep, meaty flavor, and I liked how the rosemary oil cut through some of the richness. It was a solid pasta, but the mussels still won the night for me. My cocktail was light and refreshing, with cucumber and mint, and worked especially well with dinner outside. Everything we ordered was flavorful, and the meal made for a lovely belated birthday dinner. Parking around this stretch of 3rd can be a little tricky. I ended up finding street parking a few blocks away, but Oste does offer valet, which would have saved me the neighborhood parking hunt. For a first visit, I'm glad I finally got to try Oste. It was a relaxed, flavorful dinner and a really nice way to celebrate a belated birthday.

Tonight, my family and I came to this restaurant excited to try their pasta because we had heard…read moreabout this place for a long time. Everything was perfect at first, until a server wearing black-framed glasses came over and was extremely rude. When we asked him for a menu, he didn't even respond. He just shrugged and gave us a very strange look, then went to get another server to help us. I don't know what's wrong with him or if it was racial discrimination. We were smiling and polite to him the entire time, yet this was how we were treated. It completely ruined our lovely evening. I will definitely never come back. So disappointing!

Absolutely loved my experience at Bestia! The food was incredible, everything we ordered was full…read moreof flavor and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere is lively and has such a great vibe, and the service was just as impressive. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience even better. From the food to the ambiance and service, everything felt worth it. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend for a great dinner in LA!

The people here are sooo nice and accommodating. Came here with a friend for lunch-our first time…read moreand it was great. Surprise was the happy hour menu offered. We got the nachos and the burger trio and the filet burger sandwich. It was all good esp the filet burger which had 2 big slices of steak! The trio sliders were so good and love the bun with a lot of French fries. The nachos was a big bowl too with all the fixins-guac, beans, cheese choice of chicken or ground beef! This is a neighborhood gem and I'd make it a destination place to go to too. The place has a nice bar area with tvs too Thank you Keith for the wonderful service.

First off, I'm sad to know they are closed :(…read more The last time I went there was around the holidays before the end of the year and enjoyed some good wings and a couple of drinks. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The wings and drinks themselves were super flavorful and I thought I would have more time to enjoy and come back to visit while in town. My partner also tried their burger and fries and decided to stop by the restaurant only to find out they closed a couple of months ago. It was worth the visit when we went there back in December.z The place was cute and it felt comfy.

This is genuinely one of the best staffed restaurants in LA. Their service is exceptional --- the…read moreenergy of the staff is infectious and lively. I would come back solely for Madeline and clovers exceptional service. Love love love this place (highly reccomend you request her as your waitress in your reservation notes)

Madelene is the best server you could ever get... I swear she found the elixir and thanks to her…read moreenergy I'm no longer depressed. ASK FOR HER!