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    Dunsmoor

    4.3 (683 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndAmerican, Wine Bars, Beer Bar
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Intimate
    Classy
    Upscale
    Outdoor seating

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    Ashli A.

    10 out of 10! Seriously, a true brilliant restaurant! One of the best I've ever had! Get the Ribeye, the tuna toast, the oysters, the cornbread. Service is 10/10 the ambiance is phenomenal! My only deduction is for our blackberry galette dessert being dry.

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    Stephanie N.

    - cornbread: 8.7/10 || cornbread is one of their most popular dishes and it lived up to expectations. it has a crusty exterior with a honey butter. a little sweet/heavy would be my main critique - baby albacore: 9/10 || albacore with ginger root and crispy shallots and lemon. light, crisp and a refreshing bite that keeps you coming back for more - chopped chicken liver w/bacon, rosemary, and onion: 8/10 || fatty but tasty. the bacon and onion really added a layer of flavor and sweetness that the dish needed - carolina gold rice: 8.5/10 || reminded me of a risotto. loved the creaminess and the shrimp - rainbow trout: 8/10 || crispy pieces of fish. very simple in a good way. if we hadn't ordered the other dishes, i think eating only this would leave a little to be desired however really great service and a nice vibe. would've liked to sit more in front of the fire to watch but we were a little to the side which has its pros and cons. also curious to try the ribeye with bone marrow which they are known for! overall fantastic spot

    Natalie L.

    Dunsmoor was such a great dining experience! Everything we ordered was delicious, but the ribeye, Carolina Gold rice, and stew were definitely the standouts. The ribeye was cooked beautifully and full of flavor, while the Carolina Gold rice was comforting and delicious. The stew was rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. Such a great spot for a memorable meal would definitely come back! Should be able to find street parking near by and it's pretty dark and tight inside the restaurant. It call connected to a bar. Also love that they change out the plates after each course.

    Aunt Emmy's Pork & Green Chili Stew (absolutely amazing)
    Christopher B.

    Wife and I finally got to dine here after waiting 7-weeks for our reservations. Parking can be a bit of an issue, so plan ahead for that. Checking in was a breeze. The staff overall was WONDERFUL. We were very impressed with how polite, attentive and professional all the staff were. You're supposed to order all your food at once, so wife and I shared 4 different plates and everything was absolutely delicious. The food just kept getting better and better as each course went by. The portions are just a tad bit on the smaller side, but everything was packed with flavor, so that definitely made up for it. There's not much of a cocktail list to choose from, but they do have a few beers to choose from and a plethora of wines - there's even a small wine bar inside in the back of the restaurant. We can't wait to come back, just sucks that getting a reservation here takes awhile.

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    Keilab A.

    If you don't have reservations, don't bother trying to walk-in to the main restaurant. I was the first one in line at maybe 4:50pm and for parking, I found plenty available on Bushwick Street. Around 5/5:10pm a line of walk-ins started to form along Eagle Rock Blvd and a separate line for reservations formed along Ave 35. This was confusing because none of us knew where to stand until a lady came out around 5:15 to let us know. Once the reservations were sat, the line of walk-ins were called. The hostess said there is no guarantee of being seated and she would put my number on the waitlist for the night if anything opens up. This is basically useless so just go to their bar instead (which is walk-ins only). It's located behind the main restaurant and the door to enter is on Ave 35 where the tables are outside. The bar is also a cool vibe and there's about 15 seats inside. They also have the outdoor tables if the inside is full which is where I ended up sitting. Yes the menu is limited but still has really solid options and some not offered on their actual menu. I had their raw oysters, cornbread, and steak with duck fat fries. The servers were all super chill and friendly. I enjoyed all of the menu items especially the cornbread, which was the main dish I really wanted to try. It was crispy, buttery, fluffy, savory, and sweet. I'm glad I got to try one of their meat dishes as well because they are known for cooking over an open flame. Steak was tasty and oysters super fresh and briny. Also, their plating is super intentional and beautiful! I really don't know if I will be returning for their main restaurant because reservations are hard to come by, but if you are able to snag one it's worth trying.

    Chris H.

    I can definitely understand why reservations for this place is needed so far out in advanced. The food, the location, the venue, everything is absolutely wonderful. From the moment you step in, the hostess and the staff take care of you from start to finish. They have amazing recommendations and you cannot go wrong with any of the options they provide. I had the Baby Albacore and Hokkaido Scallop as appetizers and they were delish. I leaned a bit more towards the Albacore over the scallop, but both great. I also had the Sour Milk Cornbread which was magical and tasted like a cross between cornbread meets bundt cake. The flavor was perfect and was one of the best cornbread I have ever had. The pork chop was immaculate. I have yet to taste a pork chop that was so perfectly cooked from the moistness and the flavor. For dessert, the cobbler was ordered and goodness gracious it was absolutely amazing. If you come here, have all the courses, do not miss any course what so ever.

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    Jessica H.

    I was finally able to snag a reservation for this place and it made the excitement even greater. Being all of over social media as one of the hottest spots and booked a month out, made my expectations very high. That being said.. there were some pros and cons. First off, parking is tricky. The location isn't in the best spot for a lot of street parking. My husband and I, luckily arrived earlier than our reservation time and circled a few times. We got lucky with a spot but we had to walk a couple blocks. The ambiance is perfect for a date night or girls night. Super cozy and cute inside. There was a lot of staff and each person has a different role it seems. A lot of servers are on hand and different people come out with the food and take away your plates after each course. So it was a lot of people coming and going. Some of the staff was great and super friendly but others were a bit standoffish so you couldn't tell their mood. Our main server was great though! Now for the food... The cornbread was divine and just met all of our expectations. The pork and green chili stew was amazing! The tortillas were so chewy and yet a little crispy. The stew was spicy but cheesy with tender pork. It was delicious. The mushroom crusted pork chop was super tender and it was unique. I have never had pork chop like it and it was great. It was oily and definitely regretted not getting a fresh veggie side. We got the mashed potatoes and the green beans. The mashed potatoes were creamy and buttery. It was great. The green beans were salty and wasn't my favorite. THE ALL-STAR! STICKY BREAD PUDDING! I can't even describe it... just make sure to order it. You will not regret it. We went on a pretty hot day over the weekend and it was warm inside. With the open fire in the dining area I suppose it makes it difficult for the restaurant to be cool.

    Cheddar & Chive Potatoes
    Brandon L.

    (+) CHEROKEE TOMATO CAESAR (+) SLICED CHEROKEE TOMATOES (+) BEEF RIBEYE Dunsmoor is a trendy LA restaurant right now. Reservations are hard to come by but done through Open Table. Parking is available on the street, or valet for $15. Order one main entree and 3-4 appetizers/sides for two people. Even after that , we had leftovers. Great selection of wines available. Food: The meal is rich. My favorite is their Cherokee tomatoes. Plump, sweet and juicy. The tomato Caesar isn't your typical salad. It is a slice of tomato topped with dressing, basil, breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. One of my favorites this meal for its creativity and blend of flavors. Beef rib eye (32oz) is a lot for two people. Comes with bone marrow and sea salt to sprinkle on. Great char and flavor making it a good staple. The cornbread and cheddar & chive potatoes were ordinary. Nothing special. Loved the jalapeno addition to the cornbread. Service/Ambiance: Service is serviceable. Servers are friendly as expected with an establishment as this. Ambiance is bright and lively. Plenty of natural light. There are kitchen bar seats you can sit at where you can watch the kitchen staff cook, literally. Overall, a great tasting meal. It met my high expectations. Lots of oil and butter, so be prepared for a rich meal. Well done in my book. One of the top 10 best restaurants in terms of food and quality.

    Mushroom-Crusted Pork Chop
    Kelsey P.

    An absolutely fantastic experience and meal. Nothing outrageous on the menu, just rustic food done really, really well. The cornbread is a must, and I really liked the freshness of the tomato and peach side dishes. I'm not sure I can order a pork chop at any other place after having theirs--it was so juicy and grilled perfectly. I didn't know pork chops could be so good! Booked the Chef's Counter, which was an awesome experience; saw the behind the scenes of cooking, preparing, and coordinating all the dishes. Fair warning, we were sat directly in the line of fire of the grill, so it got hot. There are counter seats on the appetizer side, which wouldn't have been as warm. Besides the seating, we were treated so well and warmly by the staff, and felt very taken care of. A great spot for a fancy date night or celebration meal.

    Mushroom-Crusted Pork Chop
    Sheila A.

    Finally got to try this place, after seeing it being recommended everywhere. I made the reservation through Opentable and oh man how hard it is to secure a good dinner time on a weekend night. That's how popular this place is. Parking is street parking around the neighborhood. We came here on Sunday evening so it was somewhat doable. We showed up several minutes earlier and they suggested us to wait in their wine room/bar. I didn't really plan on getting any wine so we waited a little bit outside at the patio and then returned when it was the actual time. I had made a reservation for the counter seating, and we were seated right in front of the fire area where they cook the meat. It was cool to watch them cooking the food and prepare them, but it was soooo hot. I didn't ask to be moved, but I definitely should have. Now for the food, we got the baby albacore (sooo good), pork & green chilly stew (it came with tortillas) and they suggested us to get the cheddar & chive potatoes with the chili and make it into a taco. Really good. The tortillas were amazing too. We were saving our appetite for the other orders so the waiter offered to box the leftovers. It was a very efficient service. The next thing we ordered was the mushroom crusted pork chop. When we were waiting, we saw them prepared a lot of the ribeye orders which looked truly magnificent. Maybe for next visit! But the pork chop was so good too. It definitely felt pretty rich. The waiter had suggested us to order a side salad to complement the richness and they're right, I should have! We ordered the popular cornbread as a dessert (following other reviews online) and it was a great suggestion, since I really want to try it and there was no way we could eat another dessert on top of everything. Cornbread was amazing as expected. Pretty crispy on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. The honey and butter complement them really well. It has some jalapeño in it too. Overall it was an amazing dinner experience. Next time I visit I'll be sure not to sit at the counter (lol). But the service was really good and efficient, and everyone was really nice and polite.

    Cornbread
    Michelle W.

    The cornbread and albacore were both delicious! The ambiance was lovely, and the service was great throughout the meal. Parking can be a bit difficult--I ended up finding street parking about a 1-2 minute walk away. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and thought the food was good. That said, I'm not sure it's worth waiting a month for a reservation. While I had a great experience, I think you can find food that's just as good at other restaurants without the long wait.

    Cornbread
    Czarmaine M.

    I love the ambiance, the service, and the food. The staff were very attentive and they timed exactly when to take our food out. The food was great, this is my favorite so far. We took the recommendations on what to order and did not regret it. Everything may be shared for two since it's large servings. The cornbread did not disappoint!!!!

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    Mandy F.

    I was able to get reservations a month out and it worked out perfectly for our birthdays. We got a spot at the chef counter, where we get to see some of the magic happens. Your protein is cooked on the open fire grill. It does get a little warm sitting here, so if you do get a seat here, dress accordingly if you get hot easily. Service was so attentive and everyone was so nice and polite. Started off with cornbread and WOW, we were still thinking about it the next day. The hatch chile and cheese baked to perfection and crispy outside, a nice glob of butter and a ladle spoonful of honey to top it all off. AMAZING!!! Then came the salad and we nibbled on it because we wanted to pair it with our ribeye. The salad was had a zest and freshness to it. Then the Ribeye with a side of bone marrow enters, cooked perfectly med rare to med. The chef suggested to put the marrow on top and lemon and salt is optional. I tried the steak alone, with bone marrow, with salt and with lemon alone. Eat experience is different test and it's great all the ways you can eat it. The meat is really tender. We got potato with butter, it looked more like melted butter with a side of mash potatoes, regardless, very buttery and delicious and thank god for the salad to cut the fatty in the wonderful food. A sherry affogato to end the night. It's a small portion and was perfect way to end the meal and night. A scoop of the butter pecan ice cream, topped with sherry. Mmm really good together. FYI they do have a bar menu with some items that you can't order on the regular menu. These are for walk in. First come. If your able to find parking outside, great. If not they do offer valet. We can't wait to go back for the bar menu items.

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    Ask the Community - Dunsmoor

    What can 8 and 5 yo eat in the menu?

    Really anything that they'd eat at another restaurant. Steak, fish, cornbread, if all they eat is buttered noodles I would say no.

    Is a reservation required, can we walk in?

    Hi Ruthie! Walk-in availability in the main dining room usually depends on last minute no-shows and cancellations and cannot be guaranteed. You can join our waitlist by checking in at the door, or via the OpenTable app, starting at 5:30PM daily. Our… 

    Is the burger available at the bar?

    Hi Geraldine! We are not serving the burger at this time. Instead, we are now featuring our bar steak - a grilled hanger steak served only in the bar. This is subject to change as we rotate our menu often. Thank you!

    When do reservations become available on OpenTable?

    Hi Michelle! Reservations become available on OpenTable one month in advance. Thanks!

    There seems to be valet parking. How much is it? Can it be validated?

    Peter, Thanks for reaching out-we do have valet parking for $14 with no validation offered. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

    What is the Parking situation? And what is the Valet cost?

    If you get there early you can park around the area but they also have valet

    Is the stew available at the bar?

    That's a negative my friend. Dinner service at table only for that bad boy

    What are the odds of getting a table for 2 on a Sunday if we just show up at 530pm? Reservations are impossible to get.

    Hi Ken! We strongly suggest reservations, as walk-in seating in the main dining room is usually dependent on last minute cancellations or no-shows, which can't be guaranteed. Our wine bar is always available for walk-ins on a first come first serve… 

    Are children allowed to dine in? How do i book them for reservation? (Toddler and newborn)

    Hi Melody! Yes, children are more than welcome at Dunsmoor. We ask that you please include all children in your party size when booking to ensure you are accommodated at a table with adequate space. If you have any needs, such as a highchair, or… 

    Is there still outdoor dining available?

    I don't think so

    What is the last day for the burger?

    Tomorrow!

    Is the bar menu available for standard dining as well?

    While there are quite a few menu items that appear on both the bar menu and the dinner menu, the bar menu is not available for ordering in the dining room.

    Do you have happy hours on some days?

    Hi Cheryl, We do not offer any happy hour specials, just our regular food and beverage options!

    Are you guys allow 3 people walk in?

    Hi Li, Yes, we accept walk ins of all parties sizes based upon existing bookings for the evening.… 

    Are u guys still in business? I called yesterday and today at 9pm & 615pm respectively...answering machine said call back during opening hours. I left a 2nd message...hope to get a call back

    They are in business but extremely busy. Make reservations online

    Where is the ribeye steak sourced from? Asking to check if its halal

    Hi Amin, Yes, our ribeye is certified halal!

    Is the wine bar the same as the counter for the purpose of making a reservation?

    Hello Audrey, thank you for reaching out! Our wine bar seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. No reservation needed! Please feel free to contact us directly at hello@dunsmoor.la if you have any additional questions. We hope to… 

    Is the hamburger served nightly?

    Hello! Yes, the burger is sold in our wine bar on a fist come first serve basis. We open at 5:30pm everyday and have 20 burgers available until sold out. If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact us directly at… 

    The online menu doesn't have an allergy key - is the restaurant allergy-friendly? Celiac? Dairy? Nuts?

    They ask you before taking orders if you have any allergy.

    Are service dogs allowed?

    Businesses are legally required to allow service dogs per ADA guidelines.

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    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    "I know a dark, secluded place A place where no one knows…read moreyour face A glass of wine, a fast embrace It's called Hernando's Hideaway, olé" --Ella Fitzgerald, 1963 OK, this may date me, but this is what I immediately heard playing in my head when we finally found Wife and the Somm this weekend. Glassell Park is a hidden neighborhood in Los Angeles, anyway, and if you don't know what you are looking for, you might zip right past W&S, as we did. Parking is hit and miss, but there are side streets and you will find a space if you give yourself an extra 15 minutes before you come. The neighborhood is mysterious to me, sort of pricey grunge & hipster, iykwim. But! Once you are inside, you are in a completely different world. Bright, clean, genteel, muted, with dappled sunlight dripping through various apertures and alighting in a soft glow here and there on shining metal tables. It's beautiful. Some catchy upbeat contempo-pop music streamed steadily at just the right volume overhead. I found myself resisting the temptation to get up and dance. There are several rooms from which to choose, but I wanted to be seated on the wine-red suede banquette that gave me a view of the whole restaurant and out onto the tree-canopied street. From the time we arrived to the moment we left about an hour later, we were showered with warm smiles and attentive service. And the food? Exquisite. See my pictures. It was hard to choose. One tiny disappointment was they were out of the biscuits that I wanted to start with, but I enjoyed the crusty tender Clark Street bread slices served with warm creamery butter instead. It only got better from there. The two bowls we ordered were filled with fresh vegetables, cooked to perfection, topped with an egg prepared as we requested, i.e., over medium. The portions are modest and it was all so good, we didn't take anything home. We ordered coffee and were brought two tall steaming mugs of Americano, smooth, dark, and delicious. Best of all was the Lemon Lavender cake, a seasonal specialty. Honestly, it might be one of the best, moistest, most flavorful and elegant cakes I have ever had. So fantastic, that I just ordered some lavender buds (if I don't collect them from our garden) to replicate it at home. I don't drink much alcohol but if I did, I would head here for one of their experiences or tastings -- they have a formidable list. Check all this out. And hurry if you want to have Lemon Lavender cake.

    I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so confusing and disappointing that I…read moregenuinely left wondering, "Was I just part of a prank?" Let's start with getting there: there is no parking. We circled the block about 10 times before finally finding a spot. Thank goodness we arrived 30 minutes early, because otherwise I would have just gone home. They charge for reservations, and cancellations within 48 hours come with a fee per person, so honestly, I should've just taken the loss. Then, somehow, the evening got even stranger. When I returned to my car, someone was literally spraying a garden hose while watering their plants and my freshly detailed Mercedes-Benz was completely soaked and covered in water spots. Not the restaurant's fault, but at that point I had to laugh because I was already wondering, "Is this part of the Wife and Somm experience?" From the moment we walked in, the confusion continued. The restaurant wasn't even busy, yet we were told to wait several minutes before being seated. The photos online make this place look like a beautiful, elevated dining experience, but in person it felt completely different. I kept thinking, "What exactly did I just walk into?" The food was the biggest disappointment. We ordered the peach dish, which was nearly $30, and I honestly couldn't believe what arrived. It was essentially half a peach with a strange berry-colored sauce on top. I'm not even sure what the sauce was supposed to be--it looked almost like a yogurt-based strawberry sauce, but it was completely bland. The menu made it sound like a thoughtful, elevated dish, but it was literally peaches, onions, and sauce. I could have stayed home, cut up a peach, and poured something over it for the same experience. The wax beans were equally confusing--basically just beans with what looked like paprika sprinkled on top. No real seasoning, no depth, no flavor. For a restaurant at this price point in Los Angeles, it was shocking. The service only added to the experience. When we asked for the peach dish without onions, our server seemed completely confused by the request and said she didn't know and would have to think about it. It was a simple modification, yet it felt like nobody knew what was happening. Then it took about 30 minutes to get change back for a $100 bill on a roughly $60 check. Unfortunately, I would not return or recommend this. I genuinely have no idea how this restaurant has a 4.4-star rating in Los Angeles. I've been to a lot of restaurants, and my parents owned a restaurant for 35 years, so I've experienced my fair share of dining. I can confidently say this is at the bottom of my list of one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had.

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    Wife and the Somm - Grilled Pacific Halibut over white gazpacho

    Grilled Pacific Halibut over white gazpacho

    Wife and the Somm - Grilled cuttlefish and pickled persimmons

    Grilled cuttlefish and pickled persimmons

    Wife and the Somm - August Burger with sauteed mushrooms, leek fondue, worcestershire aioli

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    August Burger with sauteed mushrooms, leek fondue, worcestershire aioli

    Covell - Inside

    Covell

    4.3(524 reviews)
    3.3 miLos Feliz
    $$

    Where do I even begin with this fantastic establishment. My favorite wine bar ever. Wow. The care…read moreand dedication the staff have is amazing and you can tell they are genuinely passionate about what they do. It is really nice being able to come to a nice bar and receive such fantastic service. They will let you taste a few wines depending on what you like and it is awesome. The atmosphere is very vibey too, dim lights nice decorations and over all a great place. Need to come back and try the food menu now! Ciao

    Covell was such a great experience! I wasn't sure what wine I wanted because I enjoy both red and…read morewhite wines, but the bartenders were incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide me to the perfect selections. Their recommendations were spot on. The atmosphere is intimate, cozy, and honestly perfect for a date night. It has such a warm and inviting vibe that makes you want to stay for hours. Unfortunately, we arrived just after the kitchen had closed, but that only gives me another reason to come back. The service was truly top-tier, and the wine was absolutely divine. I even enjoyed both a white and a red during my visit. Normally mixing wines can leave me with a headache the next day, but the bartenders paired everything so thoughtfully that the wines complemented each other beautifully, and I felt great afterward. I can't wait to return and experience both the food and wine together next time. Highly recommend!

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    Covell - Cheese Plate with 3 Cheeses

    Cheese Plate with 3 Cheeses

    Covell - Cheese Plate and Pate

    Cheese Plate and Pate

    Covell - Scottie-Boy natural orange wine. From Buellton. Sweet with a semi sour finish.

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    Scottie-Boy natural orange wine. From Buellton. Sweet with a semi sour finish.

    Dunsmoor - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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