The best soul food not in Grandma's kitchen…read more My family and I had a 5-star experience at this soon-to-be LA staple. We were greeted at the door by security, who opened it for every customer. His attitude was pleasant, and he had a genuine smile. Not one of those false demonstrations of civility. When you walk in, the smell of the food automatically turns you from hungry to excitedly starving. One of the keys to good food is the aroma from the kitchen. We were ushered to the back, Sunday Church pun intended. Our server got us wonderful drinks. Then we ordered our food, and when those soulful southern dishes arrived, it was the crown jewel of the experience. They looked as good as they tasted. We not only enjoyed the food, but Lonell came and chatted with us. He was genuinely concerned with the quality of our food and service, which was exceptional. On the way out, we asked for a picture and promised to come back whenever we are in the LA area. Please try this for yourself and post your favorite food.

Lonells -- Juneteenth Experience…read more Live music drew us in, but the visit was deeply disappointing. I wrestled with writing this review precisely because it's Black-owned, but the experience spoke for itself. Ambience and service were positives: a warm greeting from Lonnel, sweet waitress, and a friendly bartender. However, beef was unavailable on the day despite Friday/Saturday promises, and the food failed to justify the price. A friend's fried chicken arrived raw--we know what cooked fried chicken should taste and look like, having eaten fried chicken plenty of times. The chef dismissed the concern and offered only a $5 discount, eroding trust in safety and quality. Overall, none of the dishes hit the mark. The hospitality was the bright spot; otherwise, the experience did not reflect the concept or value. I wouldn't return, but hope for improved consistency and safety. Giving it 1 Star for our waitress and the bartender.

Love that this place is so close to my apartment! Location is a little small but in downtown small…read moreis big. They have amazing service the staff is so friendly, attentive, and ready to help at all times. Jarvis was so sweet always asking if we needed help and showing us what was good on the menu. Cosmic who was at the cashier also provided us with tips on how to work the Digital menu. You've got to try the margaritas they are sooooo strong and yummy. Truly hit the spot. My friends and I ordered the big bucket which comes with just enough food for three people (if your not super hungry) we added the white rice which was perfectly made. I do wish the shrimp was a little fresher but all around great taste! Lastly Jarvis didn't let us go without a taste of the wonderfully cooked fried Oreo dessert. Definitely the cherry on top of it all. Looking forward to coming back and adding who I would smack on the wall.

Update after reading other reviews:…read more It's not just me. Multiple people are saying the same thing -- small portions, barely any actual seafood, and prices that don't match what you get. What really stands out is how the owner responds. Instead of addressing concerns about portion size and value, the responses come off defensive and focused on the reviewer rather than the issue. When several customers mention the same problem, that's something worth taking seriously. At the end of the day, customers are paying $90-$100 expecting a certain level of quality and portion size. That expectation isn't unreasonable -- especially when it's based on how the food is presented online. There are too many solid seafood spots in L.A. to take that kind of gamble. I stand by my original review. There is definitely no ambience at this location.

The Most Amazing Experience. Food was amazing, Service is spectacular. 10/10 will be coming back…read more Staff is super nice and helpful.

I want to give this place 10 stars if I could. Flavor table is an understatement. My first time…read moretrying it was Togo and not really anything to brag about however. Hubby said let's give it another try and we went in and sat down. The staff very attentive and great customer service. Tansie, was our waitress and like I said very attentive food was excellent I ordered the fish and shrimp combo and hubby had the short rib and grits. Great ambiance and friendly respectful atmosphere .

WHEW! Came here 3 days in a row!! Food was delicious, the husband-and-wife team are very personable…read moreand friendly and are just the sweetest! The food is amazing and the ribs don't even need sauce. Everything I ordered was delicious and I'll def be returning. I got the What the Helly Meal, Chicken Tacos, Baked Beans, Mac n Cheese, Fries and some complimentary cheesecake. I think it was sweet potato. Idk and idc, it was fire! I'm not stopping until I eat up everythang on the menu! LOL P.S I even like the little outside setup with the music playing.

I'm happy to see your husband and wife team work like they do. Great customer service and great…read morefood! Definitely your repeat customer!

It is so good! Amazing! The sauce and the slow cooked ribs. I got the lunch special for only $11read more

As someone who grew up in Los Angeles, this review honestly pains me to write…read more.. Woody's used to be a birthday tradition for me growing up. If you know, YOU KNOW. Back in the day, you had to get there early because the place STAYED PACKED, and their ribs were THEE reason to go. They were hands down some of the best ribs I ever had as a kid. They put me on. Fast forward 15-20 years later, and today was my first time coming back since my teenage years. I tried calling ahead to place an order, but couldn't get through. Honestly, that didn't surprise me because Woody's was always busy. I figured it was still the same old Woody's. Then I pulled into the parking lot around 6 PM on a Thursday. Immediately, there was parking available. That alone felt odd. No line. Plenty of parking. Not a single customer inside. That should have been my first sign. We ordered beef ribs, sliced brisket, mac and cheese, and dessert. They were out of the banana pudding, so we settled for peach cobbler. The total was around $50, which isn't bad for dinner for two. The excitement really started to hit when we got home and opened everything up. Unfortunately, that's when reality set in. The mac and cheese was terrible. Completely flavorless, watery, and mushy. The pasta was so overcooked it practically fell apart and blended together like baby food. It tasted old and had absolutely no seasoning or richness whatsoever. First and last time ordering that. Next was the brisket. The slices were gray, dry, and looked like they'd been sitting around for a while. I took one bite and immediately said, "Absolutely not." Another disappointment. But I wasn't too worried yet because I came for one thing: THE RIBS. The flavor was actually still there. The sauce and seasoning reminded me of the Woody's I remembered. BUT THE TEXTURE... A completely different story. The ribs weren't tender, weren't juicy, and definitely weren't falling off the bone. They were tough enough that I found myself working for every bite. At that point, the empty parking lot, empty dining room, and lack of lines made a lot more sense. By the end of the meal, I ended up rinsing the remaining ribs off so my dog could enjoy them as a chew toy. What hurts most isn't the bad meal--it's seeing what was once a legendary BBQ spot become a shadow of what it used to be. I almost wish I hadn't come back because it tarnished some really great childhood memories for me. I don't enjoy leaving negative reviews, but I also believe in being honest. Maybe I caught them on a bad day, but based on this experience, Woody's is not the Woody's I remember, and unfortunately, I won't be returning. If it's any consolation, the cobbler was okay. But not worth going out of my way for.

Been about 10yrs since I last came here, and was dreaming of their King Burger. Thank God there was…read moreonly one person in front of me, but a million rolled in after me! Unfortunately I forgot the name of the lady who helped me, but what a sweetheart she was. Perhaps I got lucky as cars started rolling up right when mine pulled in. Ever had to make a mad dash to the counter? Well, that was me. Ordered a King burger and simply put it was delicious. The patties are thick, and every bit "down home". Now, that expression can mean many things to many people, but judging from the reviews and comments alone suffice to say most are on the same page. Come here. Get full. You won't regret it! It was my first Burger from here in almost a decade. Where have I been?

Worst customer experience ever. I usually don't take the time to ever negatively review a business…read morebut the way I was handled at the window here by the rudest employees ever is beyond me. When I first asked for an update on my order the girl in the window was so quick to shut me down, and rudely dismiss me. After 10mins I asked again, on the second window. Just for a male employee disgustingly and rudely dismiss me again by saying "if you told her, she got you" if that was what I was asking for. I was asking for an update. He then proceeded to shut the window in the rudest way possible. Just for me to have to wait 5-7mins more, for a third employee. For my luck this time it was an older women, who was nicer. Just for this lady to tell me that my order was ready, and been ready. STAY AWAY THE FOOD IS NOT WORTH THE DISRESPECT. Food was picked up April 28, 2026 Tuesday. Around 6:30pm *** turkey burger and fries aint worth the disrespect**

So far my experience has been very well 2nd week straight eating here and unfortunately it has been…read moresome of the best Jamaican food I've had in a while a shame I just now gave them a try genuine authentic Jamaican

Great service. And very good food. Definitely worth it. Nice sized portions. Cooked fresh…read more Limited parking. But you can get it.

This is a Christian black owned establishment with the most gorgeous murals and an absolute…read morewonderful vibe. You feel like family walking in. The food was wonderful. I came on the right day. It was immediately after rush and right before close so it was limited on what was left in the menu. I did the salmon and the asparagus, with mashed potatoes. All of which were to die for and the and the salmon was the best I've ever eaten and I love to eat . I will definitely be returning here. My waiter was new and a little nervous but very attentive and the service was perfect She got the tip that she deserved, which was 30%. The bathroom was clean, and tables were clean. I will definitely be returning like I said, and I will be bringing others.

I tried the oxtail, Mac n cheese, yams and cabbage. The…read moreoxtail was very tender. The flavor was very smoky i assumed it was bbq'd. Which would have been fine with a little gravy (Instead of grease). The Mac n cheese looked decent but it was just an oily disappointment. The yams taste like spice and oil :( the cabbage wasn't cooked enough for me but I understand many people like it crunchy so that's just a personal preference but a little seasoning would've helped. The decor was beautiful the restaurant very clean. The staff very kind. I was so sad I didn't enjoy the food because I love to support local business & good food.