The cocktails were one of the highlights for me. I really liked how the drink menu was curated…read morewithout relying on a lot of overly sweet cocktails. I had the one made with mezcal, green tea, coconut, and a splash of pineapple juice. I could taste the mezcal but it didn't overpower the drink. It was crisp and balanced. I had to really hold myself back from not drinking the cocktail like a glass of water on a hot day. I slowed down to savor it but it took some restraint. The oysters were fresh and flavorful. The size of the oysters was on the smaller side which was fine. The sashimi was incredibly tender and was in a sauce that complemented it perfectly. A friend had the sea bass which looked delicious as well. We sat outside, which had a nice open and airy feel even though it was a covered patio. The service was excellent. Our waiter was attentive and present. The banana cream pie was excellent. It had great texture and structure; it wasn't mushy. The bananas tasted fresh and were not soft nor overripe. The thin layer of melted chocolate on bottom of the crust was different for a banana cream pie but I liked it. Overall, everything we ordered was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared. Laurel Grill was an enjoyable experience. This is a cashless restaurant, credit cards only.

This review is for the drinks only, I'll update again for food! This place was pretty busy on a…read moreSunday evening although it was a rainy Labor day weekend. We got the Gangster, which was in thr sweater side. The Inverted Jasper and Emerald city. Both cocktails were decently strong and had a nice flavor combination. The resturant had some outdoor seating and had a great romantic upscale vibe. It's great for date nignt and there's also a piano so would love to check it out when they have someone playing live.

Sorry it took so long to write this. The chef/ host greeted us warmly and was very patient while we…read moretried to figure out where was the best place to sit. Had the pizza Marguerite with buffalo mozzarella and it was delicious! The server had suggested we get this one rather than the classic fior di latte mozzarella. Better than Naples! When I asked the chef about the tomato sauce, because it was so yummy, he went into the kitchen and brought me some of his homemade sauce to take home. Can't wait to make chicken parm with it. We live far away, but, we'll be back.

Food was good, parking is in the area either in one of the lots or limited metered parking. Shared…read morea secular and artichoke salad (which was really good, but too heavily dressed) and a squid ink linguini which was great. They have a HH menu from M-F from 3-6. When I asked to order a margarita pizza from the HH menu they said as we were at a table with over 6 people we couldn't order from HH menu. I laughed and said that was super arbitrary and the waiter was serious. We ended up getting another waiting for some reason and he had no problem with us ordering from the HH menu. So maybe this was a weird misunderstanding.

The moment I stepped into this restaurant, I immediately fell in love with the decor. We went…read morearound sunset, and the golden-hour lighting made the space even more beautiful. I was instantly so glad we chose this spot to celebrate our anniversary because it was the perfect setting for a romantic date night. Now, let's talk about the food! Everything we ordered was delicious, with the exception of the Korean aguachiles, which we probably could've skipped. We also tried the bluefin bibimbap, oysters, and the oh-so-tender short rib that practically melted in our mouths. But the most unforgettable dish was also the simplest: the Korean fried chicken. It wasn't necessarily something out of the ordinary, but it sure tasted like it. The perfect crisp, flavor, and seasoning had us eating every last piece right down to the bone. Our server also made the experience even better. She gave us some of the best recommendations and were incredibly attentive and friendly throughout the entire meal. We absolutely loved this restaurant and are already planning our next visit!

The Mulberry is a cool, modern, more upscale Korean fine dining restaurant. The vibes are…read moredefinitely more date night - dark, moody, candlelit, and loud. My friend and I ordered the soy marinated prawns, beef tartare stone pot rice, creamy chicken soup, Wagyu beef soft tofu soup. The prawns were nicely marinated in a slightly sweet slightly salty soy sauce, and came paired with some barley and seaweed to make mini wraps. Delicious and a nice way to start the meal. The creamy chicken soup was indeed very creamy and smooth but the bowl is really small and would've been better with a higher soup to noodle ratio since the noodles soaked up the yummy soup. The tofu soup was surprisingly bland even though it was very red. It could've used more umami flavor or spice - something to jazz it up since the tofu, egg, and beef itself were not seasoned. My favorite dish of the night was the steak tartare stone pot rice. It came with a lot of veggies that helped balance out the sauce and I'm a sucker for crispy rice. However, the rice itself wasn't seasoned thoroughly as some spots had absolutely delicious sauce while other spots were bland. And the sauce wasn't a part of the tartare on top so it wasn't a mixing issue. The staff are kind and attentive, even with us being tucked away in the back corner and hidden by a curtain panel.

It's the question: do I cook or not...? It's 80 plus in and out there, so not!! But I want cornmeal…read morepancakes! Cafe Vida still has blueberry cornmeal pancakes on the menu and serve breakfast all day!! =O Yes please!! =D Greeted with smiles and seated immediately. Seated outside under shade with the outdoor hubbub of the noonday; but no problems for me, save the lady next to me was trying to know everything I was eating and drinking!! =\ My server Ana is a sweetheart. She advised me to get the 2+2+2 instead of just the corn cakes; good call Ana!! =) Started with Sangria Vida - delicious! My plate: two cornmeal blueberry cakes, two scrambled eggs with cheese and chicken cilantro chorizo. The eggs taste farm fresh. The food is quality fresh and delicious and did I mention fresh?! I ate until I was stuffed; almost finished everything save my pancakes....left just under a quarter. After eating, sat for bit and wrote in my datebook and sipped on sangria; beautiful day to while away at Cafe Vida - come check y'all! =D

This might very well be the best breakfast spot on the west side. I don't think I've ever had…read moreservice like the way they do it here. They waiters always check on you, if you need a coffee refill, very kind and funny staff. The overall environment is very lively! Now let's get to the good stuff; the food was amazing! I ordered their turkey burger scramble which also came with two pancakes. There were other items that caught my eye, and I'll be more than happy to come back and try those other times. For this day I wanted to find something that included both sweet and savory items. It was the perfect thing to order, along with my iced vanilla latte. Thank you Cafe Vida and staff for everything, I will definitely be coming back soon.

great food and happy hour!!…read more when you walk in, and smell the fresh meat because cooked, it's pure HEAVEN, as a meat lover, I wish that bath and body works took the smell of maple block and put it in a purfume, it is THAT good. the service was pretty good - but the food is amazing. I got the build your own lettuce wraps and they were so yummy!! the prices are pretty reasonable - i tend to go during happy hour. the tocos are also delish. all in all - i know where i will be going on my bday!

We came back to here a second time as the manager offered us a discount due to an issue with our…read morefirst visit. Appreciate that and coming back was a good deal. We had brisket, tri-tip, Mac and Cheese, and potatoe salad and all were good. The only issue was the house made sodas. Too much carbonation and not enough syrup. Thanks

Great place for brunch, small restaurant & patio seating with shade umbrellas! They have parking…read moreright next to the restaurant, very convenient and free! Pet friendly, which they have to add it to their features on this app. Since they have patio seating and also will be a plus for them. We order their banana pancakes they were 7/10 not very fluffy but their Italian omelette was 10/10 I wanted to order the kale lemonade but maybe next time , i would definitely come back here for their omelettes. Pretty nice service, they were very fast and attentive with our needs and provided us a water bowl for my dog.

i came with a group of friends on labor day for breakfast, and it wasn't too busy. we were seated…read morequickly and given a table outside. the service was fairly decent, but nothing spectacular - it was slow at times, but not too bad. i ordered the ranchera fresca (2 over medium eggs with avo salsa plus potatoes and toast). the price was reasonable - it was on the cheaper side compared to the omelettes. the eggs were cooked perfectly, and the chunky avocado salsa added lots of flavor and texture that i loved. the potatoes were unseasoned, so i had to add my own salt and pepper. the plate also came with a melon/honeydew, which was super refreshing. thankfully, there's a free parking lot right next to the cafe, but it can be busy since it's shared with the travelodge right on top of it. there was plenty of seating outside, but the cafe looked smaller on the inside. toward brunch time, there were lots more people waiting for seating, so if you plan to come here, come early!

Came here for a birthday. We loved the vibe and service, and the food was amazing. They also have a…read morehappy hour menu that I wish I could leave work earlier for. Exited to come back soon! Parking available in one of the many downtown Culver City structures.

My wife and I used to love Simonette -- it was our go-to for a steak and fries fix. Our last visit,…read morethough, was disappointing. We ordered the tuna tartare, steak frites, and roasted chicken. The tartare was excellent, but the entrees fell flat. The steak used to be a tender filet; this time the cut was chewy, cut with the grain, and smothered in a new curry sauce. I don't know if we got a bad cut or if they've downgraded quality to manage rising beef prices, but the sauce felt like it was masking something. At $41, I can't justify the dish. The chicken's flavor was still good, but the portion seemed smaller, and it's no longer served with their excellent whipped potatoes. Sadly, we're moving on. LA has no shortage of great restaurants, and at these prices, every dish needs to earn it. C'est la vie, Simonette.

Good spot for brunch. We didn't have a reservation but it was Sunday on Labor Day weekend and we…read moretook advantage of folks leaving L.A. for the long weekend. Even with that, only bar seating was available. We were a party of three, so we happily took it and were immediately seated. Maya, our server, was assisting those of us seated at the bar. She definitely added to our experience. She was friendly, funny and attentive. Refreshing for nowadays when customer service seems to have disappeared from the service industry. Thank you, Maya! Food was good and came out of the kitchen at lightning speed. Drip coffee, cold brew and/or an espresso martini are your coffee choices. Some fun cocktail concoctions should you fancy one of those. The playlist for Sunday brunch at Hatchet Hall was spot on for the environment of the restaurant. Kudos to whoever chose it. It rounded out the food, decor and service nicely. Valet parking available. Street parking available.

*This is a Brunch Review* Love love love! The interior…read morereminds me of a cottage or traditional bed and breakfast. Something about all the plates being different felt so comforting to me. The server was really friendly and patient as we worked through the menu. We all know the star of the show is the cornbread- literally no question. But a surprising opportunity came through the fried green tomatoes benedict. They had a beautiful crunch and fullness to them. The fried chicken was delicious - i wished it was a full meal with a side (not just coleslaw). I ordered the steak and eggs as an entree and it was cooked well but slightly paled in comparison to the other things on the table. I would definitely come back to Hatchet and can't wait to try other menu items.

Love the coffee shop outdoor aesthetic they have! Inside seating is limited but parking near here…read moreisn't too too bad. Food looks good but I just got a latte which was strong!

I went to Destroyer with a friend for lunch last week, and we really enjoyed it! We split the…read morechicken schnitzel and the "French dip" and each got an iced black sugar sesame drink. My friend also got a yuzu-ginger tonic to go. - iced black sesame latte: very yummy and different! Definitely not sweet at all, so I added in simple syrup. This made it super delicious. -yuzu-ginger tonic: verryyyyyy ginger heavy. Tasted like it would clear up any tummy issues for sure LOL - "French dip": my least favorite of the meal. I didn't particularly enjoy this, but I think it's maybe an acquired taste. The sandwich tasted almost bitter to me, and I am not a fan of bitter personally, so I wasn't a fan. My friend thought it was okay, but we agreed we wouldn't order it again. It was beautifully presented though lol - chicken schnitzel: so tasty! The chili crisp was delicious on top and I loved how crunchy and tender this was. It also didn't feel too heavy to me, even though it's literally fried chicken. The salad was fine, but nothing all that exciting. The staff were very kind, and the spot is super cute. I loved sitting outside and it was fun to eat at a place that feels high end without being stuffy or overly pretentious. I'd come back to try other items and just for the ambience, honestly!