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    Destroyer

    4.1 (1k reviews)
    ModerateNew American
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Cardamom latte
    Aaron W.

    This lovely place is near my office. I work remote but visit often and finally tried Destroyer. Delicious red gem salad. I added an egg. The cardamom latte drink I had was great as well. Staff was nice and outdoor seating vibe can't be beat!

    Oscar B.

    This brunch spot has unique dishes that you probably can't find elsewhere and its aesthetic outdoor seating make it a nice place to enjoy an early afternoon on the weekend. -Koshihikari Rice Porridge: This was like a congee. Definitely tasted premium and high-quality. The flavor that was most prevalent to me in this was the onion. -Chicken Schnitzel: The outer breading of the chicken was perfectly crispy. Imo the chili oil, which did add an interesting Sichuan flavor, was an okay match for this chicken. -Sweet Potato Waffle: There's a variety of interesting flavors in this. -Ube Lavender Latte: A visually pleasing drink which even impressed and caught the eye of the neighboring table next to me. I'd say it was pleasing to the taste as well but was nothing too exceptional. The ube and lavender did seem to work well together.

    Wine
    Dannielle G.

    Destroyer is a cafe with only outdoor seating. You order inside and then find your own seat. The staff were nice, the seating clean, and the food came out promptly. Unfortunately we felt that the food was a bit lackluster especially considering the hype and the fact they are in the Michelin guide. The Okinawa latte wasn't sweet at all and I personally could not taste the sesame or black sugar. Maybe I have a different understanding of those flavors than what was intended here. The star of the show was definitely the chicken schnitzel.

    Crispy Chicken Schnitzel
    Kathy X.

    I love that they made a casual spot, that still has elevated food, with large portions, and affordable prices. My favorite bite was the red gem lettuce. All the flavors were really balanced, and it made for a unique salad. My husband's favorite was the chicken schnitzel, it's drizzled in this nutty chili oil. The beef tartare was also really good and it's a huge portion. The matcha filled croissant was so yummy too. My husband usually doesn't eat sweets, but he took a bite of the croissant, and then ended up splitting the pastry with me!

    Such
    Aneesa M.

    I had gotten coffee here but never the food until last weekend. It's my favorite brunch spot now: Schnitzel: I had no idea chicken schnitzel could be so good. They put chili crisp on top, and it came with a salad with chopped snow peas. Delicious and I will probably think about this dish for a long time 10/10 French toast - it was good and I think the bread was sourdough so it balanced the syrup and jam nicely. Loved the cream and all the toppings on the side. 7/10 Corn cookie- this was my friend's favorite but I think it could have been cornier. 6/10

    Koshihikari Rice Porridge
    Edward S.

    Hayden Tract is an off kilter and a bit industrial neighborhood. At Destroyer, its modern food marches to the beat of its own drummer like its renewed surroundings. Come here for brunch after climbing the Culver City Stairs at the Baldwin Hills Overlook or a bike ride by the Ballona Creek jetty. Koshihikari Rice Porridge: This is a risotto that has gone gooey. Or is it the creamiest congee around? It is warm and thick, slightly soupy, and the rice grains still have some texture. The flavor is well balanced, a bit of broth, lemon, and olive oil. There are melted leaks at the base of the bowl, glistening with golden olive oil. The broccoli stems have been cooked until they are really soft. Crispy and chewy puffed rice has been sprinkled on top of the porridge, as well as raw green broccoli bits. The broccoli bits are what you get after you shake a grocery bag holding your broccoli crowns. Grilled onion rings are charred sand sweet. A sweet chocolatey gravy of black garlic is dusted on top. I don't eat porridge too often, but I'd keep coming back for the incredible flavors and textures in this stunning bowl. Ordering: Place your order at the counter, pick up a number, and find a table on the sidewalk. Dining: There was a line out the door on the weekend and seats are hard to come by, so I roll the order to go. Parking is plentiful with lots of spots on the street.

    Sweet Corn Porridge
    Jo C.

    Ordered the sweet corn porridge, beef tartare, and French dip. The porridge was my favorite, the rice was very creamy and savory with a slightly hint of acid, which reduced the sense of satiation. The corn itself though, was lacking sweetness and the nuts was also lacking flavor; maybe try roasting the nuts and use a different type of corn. I feel that the extra seasonings on top were more for decorations than enhancement of taste. The beef tartare was mediocre IMO, the chips were on the greasy side, lack of seasoning. The sunflower seeds also, I'd would have preferred roasted to elevate aroma and texture. To prevent them from getting soggy, maybe sprinkle them on top of the tartare. Acidity from the pickled mushrooms helped to take off some of the greasy sensation. Overall, the chips stood out more than the other ingredients. The French dip was meh, the short ribs were pretty dry, lack of flavor, not tender. The dip was bland and the dish needs some acid and little more salt in the seasoning of the meat to elevate the experience. The sesame tasted water down, same thing with the matcha Americano, none of the notes tasted, only tasted light matcha flavor. The line moved pretty fast, the service was prompt. Tables were clean. Might wanna consider providing some mist outside the restaurant when the weather is unbearable since all the tables were outdoor.

    Jamie Y.

    Decided to come here for breakfast. It's definitely a vibe in here. We got some pastries and some food. The stuffed matcha croissant really wasn't stuffed, the matcha was coated on the side of the croissant. The pastries were alright. Husband got the coffee and it was a bit too acidic. My matcha latte was soo grassy and herby. I also tried the koshihikari rice porridge, the black garlic flavor was overpowering. It's a very hearty dish, perhaps a bit too much for me in the morning. Overall I feel like maybe this place is too avant garde for my taste.

    Christin C.

    You can tell a lot of thought and effort went into the dishes. We ordered the porridge and the waffle as our mains. While I appreciated the creativity, both dishes were a bit too unique for my taste, and the combination of flavors didn't quite come together for me. We also for the black sesame latte and chocolate croissant which were both good.

    Menu
    Beatrice V.

    This place had been on my list for a while given its Michelin Bib Gourmand status. You don't hear of many Michelin breakfast spots so I was definitely intrigued. Parking can be a bit tricky, the location feels like it's located within a bunch of work buildings, but I found a spot down the street. I thought it was a sit down place, but it's actually one where you order at the counter, take a number and they bring it out to you when ready. They display their menu on the wall and when you walk in, you just get the vibe that everyone who works here takes what they do very seriously. We ordered a few dishes. The koshihikari rice porridge and we added a poached egg and the red gem salad without goat cheese. I also got an iced matcha with almond milk. The matcha was ready pretty quickly and it was great quality and delicious! Vibrant green color. The rice porridge was insane. So incredibly good and unique. The black garlic gives the dish a really nice flavor. And the presentation... wow. The salad looked simple, yet it was plated beautifully, but the flavor was anything but simple. Super delicious, whatever was on the bottom, per their menu it's a hazelnut crunch and onion jam, tasted incredible. My sister also got the BLT which she seemed to enjoy. Definitely curious to come back and try more dishes!

    Koshihikari Rice Porridge
    Olivia P.

    Really love this spot and what they are doing with food. The dishes feel unique and elevated with fresh ingredients. You definitely cannot get some of these dishes just anywhere and then the taste meets the visual appeal expectations. Highly recommend!

    Pastries
    Karissa L.

    I really liked Destroyer. It's a cute, slightly tucked-away café with a calm feel. Great for catching up with friends or sitting outside with a book when the weather is nice. I had the chicken katsu. It was crispy and filling, though the Sichuan pepper was a bit too salty for me. The chai latte comes pretty sweet by default, and I would have preferred it less sweet. The vegan chocolate chip cookie was good but also on the sweeter side, even for me. Service was kind and quick. If you're in the area, it's worth stopping by, especially to sit outside and relax.

    Danster L.

    I am a big fan of Jordan Kahn. I loved his experimental Vietnamese restaurant "Red Medicine" in Beverly Hills but sadly it closed. I love Destroyer and the food is just very different. Some items can be a hit or miss but the items that are a hit, they are a hit. I love the broccoli porridge which is so unique. I also recommend the chicken schnitzel and the melon dessert, if you ever see it on the menu. I recently had the blueberries with coconut yogurt and that was ok. I love coconut and blueberries but this combo was a bit sour on the day I went. Parking can be tough and you'll be circling around and around looking for a spot. Most of the people that dine at Destroyer are the local Apple and office employees. One day, I want to go check out Vespertine which is just across the street.

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    Easy parking. cute little location to work on your laptop for an hour or two. Coffee was not worth $11 with tip.

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    Ask the Community - Destroyer

    Do they allow you to bring your own wine?

    Can you bring a laptop and work from there / do they have wifi?

    No. It is a very busy place for meals

    What's a good item to order?

    Chicken schnitzel!

    Where to park?

    There is street parking all along Hayden Ave and Higuera St.

    Where is there good parking?

    The surrounding streets offer lots of parking on the weekends. Hayden Street, I believe.

    Are there Vegan options?

    Yes, many

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    Vicky's All Day - Salmon tacos

    Vicky's All Day

    4.5(535 reviews)
    1.3 miWest Adams
    $$

    Enjoyed Brunch during a busy Sunday and was pleasantly impressed with the food and service at…read moreVicky's! I ordered the French toast with berries and almond granola. No syrup or butter needed and super filling. The servers were sweet and accommodating for my walk-in. My server, Rena, was particularly attentive to me, making sure if my food and experience was up to my standards. Her smile and energy kept me in high spirits at the bar! Expo was super quick and helpful. Overall, would come again for the food and stay for the friendly company!

    A very unassuming restaurant, and you have to know where you're going to find it, as the signage…read moreisn't flashy or major fro the outside. Myself and my husband along with 4 of our friends decided to try Vicky's before a play we were attending. At first, I was a little worried as it's not a large place, and looks more like a neighborhood spot, but I was pleasantly surprised when our food arrived. The service was great, as well as the timing of the food and drinks arriving after we ordered. The food was great, and they gave you nice portions that can be shared. Everything we ordered was tasty, as well as my friends were raving about the dishes they ordered. I will definitely recommend, and myself and my husband will be back for sure. Looking forward to trying their breakfast, and more dinner items on the menu. Don't sleep on this spot, its excellent!

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    A Food Affair - Scottish Salmon with Crispy Calamari

    A Food Affair

    4.5(1.6k reviews)
    1.9 miPico-Robertson
    $$$

    Cute family-owned French establishment with genuinely welcoming waitresses. As expected, with great…read moredeals from Dine LA set menu, the spot was pretty busy so further reservation's recommended. We're there Saturday dinner time and it's full house. We started with their mushroom tourte, one of their favorite appetizers, serving puff pastry topped with creamy mushrooms and truffle oil. Perfect opening with hypnotizing truffle aroma. As for the entree, we tried both the Lamb Shank and their crowd's favorite Duck Confit. My husband who's a fan of lamb did love his dish as the meat was tender, portion was satisfying, and it's rich in flavor. I was in the camp of those who couldn't stand lamb's after-taste so the duck confit was my option. Extremely juicy meat with palatable sauce and nice crispy skin. We got their Creme Brulee for dessert and it just gorgeously ended the dinner set, being moist and silky, not eggy at all, flawlessly topped with torched caramel layer.

    Came here for Dine LA week on a weekend and wanted to try out French food which AFA seems to be…read moreknown for. Upon entering, you can tell this is a very nice restaurant with a nice dark aesthetic that sets the mood for groups or a nice date. Not a huge french food fan but wanted to give it a shot since a lot of people recommended. Got the Duck dish which was ok. Not too strong flavors but cooked really well. Didn't think too much of it really enjoyed eating their desserts a lot more than the main dishes. And a pistachio cake plus a crème brûlée, which was really delicious and I remember a lot more than the actual main dishes. If you like French food, you'll like it here. Make sure to make a reservation. Parking is a little hard so you'll have to find street parking somewhere.

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    A Food Affair - Sorry forgot the name.. its like a stew with the pasta

    Sorry forgot the name.. its like a stew with the pasta

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    GRANVILLE - Sharing

    GRANVILLE

    4.4(3.3k reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Locally sourced ingredients

    What a great place to dine that serves up bold and flavorful dishes. I very much enjoyed the…read moreambiance and presentation end to end. The service here is excellent and everything ran smoothly with zero issues. The bread and butter here is excellent while waiting for your meal. I had the beef stroganoff, which is a comfort dish for me. It's hearty and delicious so I couldn't wait to try this dish. I was certainly surprised because I was not expecting it to be incredibly flavorful. It was so good I couldn't stop eating it. Highly recommended! We ended our meal with the devil's advocate flourless chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream, which was delicious for being flourless. What a perfect way to end a tasty meal. My only complaint is the parking because we didn't know where we could park. We ended up getting a ticket because we thought we could park nearby. Definitely recommend asking where to park to avoid a ticket. Overall, we very much enjoyed our dining experience and will certainly be back to try other menu items.

    Another great dining experience on all levels. This time was for DineLA, which was such a value…read more The room has a great vibe with different seating options indoors (including bar) and outdoor space and window adjacent tables. We started with the farmhouse beets, a delicious balance of beets, arugula and dressing topped with candied pecans. The portion was more than enough so we boxed some up to leave room for the main course. Our mains were the wagyu beef stroganoff and the trout filet with blistered green beans. The stroganoff and pappardelle arrived in its own covered dish, so hot it sat on a wood base. While it was a good comfort food dish I thought the horse radish was a little too forward for my taste. It was my companion's entree and she really enjoyed it and there was enough to take home. I had the trout filet with its crispy pepita topping served with blistered green beans. Very happy with my choice and it was also a generous portion. Dessert was the yuzu olive oil cake for my friend and butterscotch budino for me. I loved the balance of butterscotch, crème fraiche, salt and pecans. And the pecan cookie was a great accompaniment. She enjoyed her selection as well. Corkage fee is $20. From the ambiance to the food and service, it was another great experience here. Parking was easy with metered parking along Beverly.

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    Great White - Smoked salmon pizza

    Great White

    4.1(874 reviews)
    4.9 miWindsor Square
    $$

    I came here with a friend due to him moving out of state soon. Attention was top-notch from the…read moreget go. Shoutout to McAllister, the hostess. She was pleasant, friendly and professional. Our server, Kimi V. was also great. We tried the Shrimp Pasta (10/10, highly recommended), the Crispy Chicken Wings (10/10. They make these in a particular way, please ask them to explain it to you: the end result is fantastic), fish tacos (7/10, they're good, but I am neither a fish nor a taco person (however, I do like some good shrimp tacos). These ones in particular were plated and served so well ( they use blue corn tortilla: top-notch ingredient) and the ingredients were fresh, but maybe it was the type of fish? I don't really know, they were good, but I definitely would not order them again). Also, my friend had a coconut cold brew which he really enjoyed. Service was all around great. Ambiance was fantastic, the whole restaurant has a very upscale, chic vibe while also being unique in its own way. Even the restroom, that was super clean and well-maintained, has a very unique and interesting setup for what is the sink. All around great place, highly recommended. 10/10. UPDATE: Added names and more clarification on the fish tacos. Thank you to the GM in leaving a response. Your whole team is fantastic. I'll definitely be back.

    Food: the ceviche is a must try! We had the pizza and chicken kabobs which were very good…read more Service: it was okay, attentive. Ambiance: you have to sit outside, specially on a summer night

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    Great White - Poke bowl was delicious!

    Poke bowl was delicious!

    Great White - Can't miss with the burger. So juicy and perfectly cooked. Fries are on point as well!

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    Can't miss with the burger. So juicy and perfectly cooked. Fries are on point as well!

    Republique

    Republique

    4.2(8k reviews)
    3.5 miHancock Park
    $$

    Came here for a second time recently! A lovely place to come for breakfast. Everything is always…read moreamazing here. As for parking, I normally do street parking a couple blocks away. I personally don't mind the walk. My only complaint is that I had no idea that dogs were allowed in this restaurant. There was a couple sitting next to me with a small dog that kept staring at me eat the entire time. It made me uncomfortable and a bit sad but it was tolerable. Everything was fine until the dog got on top of the table and I immediately became disgusted. Dogs are lovely but shouldn't be allowed inside the restaurant for this very reason. Let this be a reminder to always ask (nicely) if your table can be cleaned before you enjoy your meal!

    We celebrated my birthday at République, and it was truly the perfect night. From the moment we…read morearrived, the staff was incredibly attentive and welcoming, and the service was exceptional throughout the entire evening. The food was absolutely stellar. My husband and I loved everything about our meal, and every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and memorable. The bluefin tuna toast was a standout, beautifully presented with a delicious smoky flavor and kaluga caviar. The hamachi crudo brought a fresh brightness to the meal and was the perfect contrast to some of the richer dishes. The tableside Dover sole was an experience in itself, and the lobster campanelle had such unique and wonderful flavors. Everything was outstanding, but what made the evening especially memorable was the combination of exceptional food, impeccable service, and the warm atmosphere. République made my birthday feel truly special. We had an incredible evening and can't wait to return!

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