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    Great White Melrose

    4.0 (419 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Salmon coconut curry 10000/10 the most amazing dish ever, such unique flavor, a bit spicy.
    Ast D.

    One of the best places in LA! The salmon coconut curry was unreal, and the restaurant had amazing fresh vibe to it. Highly recommending it for any occasion!

    salmon pizza
    Vivi L.

    Parking is NOT EASY to find, so if you're meeting someone here, allocate your time well for parking!! Did a walk in on a Saturday around 2:30 PM and got seated about 40 minutes later. It was really, really crowded so the wait made sense. We just walked around and window shopped while we waited and honestly the time passed by pretty fast! Service was still pretty good despite how packed it was, not too slow and frustrating like some other restaurants in LA where they take forever to even take your order. Now the food... My favorite dish and the one that caught me completely by surprise were the chicken wings!! I would not have ordered these on my own but my friend (also his first time here!) picked them and I am so glad he did. So flavorful and sweet from the honey and chili sauce. The pastas though.. I did not like either of them. We got the shrimp pasta and the bolognese and both were disappointing. Flavors were really lacking and the pasta was a little too soft for my liking. I expected so much more from them. The smoked salmon pizza was good, exactly what you'd expect when you order it. Nothing out of this world but solid. I probably wouldn't come back here on my own terms, but if a friend wanted to come I wouldn't be opposed.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Bar area, patio
    Trey M.

    Great service. Beautiful restaurant. Food was solid and so was coffee/matcha. Coffee doesn't blow you away but special latte options are great, as well as food. Service was solid. 100% recommend Crowd really gets busier 11a and on.

    Ann L.

    Perfect spot for Brunch, EXCEPT it's all day long and any day of the week. And the food was beyond expectation. Heard about their famous breakfast burrito which was, as the rumors spoke, phenomenal. Made with crispy bacon bites, soft scrambled eggs, hash, chipotle aioli and wrapped in a perfectly toasted flour tortilla. Perfect! But the show stopper wasn't the burrito, it was the CHICKPEA SCRAMBLE. This is a bowl with cucumber-avocado salsa, chickpea (mashed and bites)-spinach tahini with dill (I believe), and sourdough. The sourdough is used to make your own diy avocado toast except with the chickpea mash. Sooooo incredible. I don't know why people haven't been talking about this dish more. I will definitely be coming back for this in the future. They also serve lunch menus and has a full bar. Highly recommend!

    Tomato salad
    Chris W.

    We had a group late lunch and we all love this smoked salmon pizza so much It is so delicious The service is always so good and hospitable and we even open a bottle of wine the day We had a good time there and even stayed til dinner time and the candles had been lighted up and it is very romantic with the music playing at the night Highly recommended

    Breakfast burrito
    Jimmy S.

    Came to this place to try their breakfast burrito. I will say it was very good with the crispy tots and well cooked eggs and the added avocado really went well. The salsa that came with it had a nice mild kick. For the price, the portion size of the burrito is a bit small. The mezcal cocktail I got was very tasty. The staff was very attentive and nice. For being that busy, they manage to provide decent service. The atmosphere is very lively vibes. I can see why many want to try to eat there for the atmosphere alone. The nice open air and space and shaded structure makes it a nice place to eat at.

    Fish Tacos
    Mae M.

    Always a nice time at Great White! This was my first time at this location but I've been to others and the menus and upscale brunch vibe are the same. My friend and I split the Tremendous Burger and Fish Tacos. Both were very "wet" entrees and were messy to eat but it was plenty of food and we left food. Personally I thought the burger was better than the tacos which we didn't realize would have lettuce shells. The fries were pretty average and nothing good once they got to room temperature. Parking can be a little difficult in the West Hollywood area but if you lap a few times you'll probably find something. If you can wait they also have valet.

    Love this SOOO much!
    Tony S.

    Finally made it out to this location. I'm usually at the Venice spot, but after hearing all the hoopla and... stuff.... about this one, I figured I had to see what the fuss was about. Turns out... there isn't any, and that's a good thing. It's just as fun here, with the same great vibe, consistency in service, and the decor that makes the place feel effortlessly cool. The only noticeable difference is a little extra Hollywood chic and slightly sharper fashion among the crowd. Most importantly, the food delivers just like the Venice location. My two brunch go-to favorites- the blue smoothie bowl and the breakfast burrito- are just as fantastic here as I expected. Consistency like that is rare, and it's exactly why I keep coming back. Safe to say this location is now another regular stop for me, and a nice little home away from home. Bonus entertainment: if you keep your eyes open, you might catch a few B- and C-list celebrities lingering outside while they wait for a table. Always good for a bit of people-watching.

    Saif R.

    Came here for a business lunch with my manager and team member and the environment was pretty nice. Open air seating kinda vibe and the menu had a lot of options. I got the veggie breakfast burrito and I would say, I would probably not get it again. It was small for the price and not that good tbh. I was just expecting something better. Got some coffee to go, that was pretty good. Overall wouldnt come here again, and its just pricey just like things in the area, but the taste doesnt make up for it.

    shrimp pasta, blue smoothie bowl, iced macchiato, green juice, tuna tostadas
    Jeslyn L.

    Definitely recommend this restaurant! I've been wanting to try this restaurant out and was finally able to come on a memorial day weekend! Surprisingly even though it was memorial day, we were able to get seated within 20 minutes (we went during lunch time at around 12:30). The restaurant was packed but the service was fast which allowed for shorter wait time. They allow for reservations online which would have even a shorter wait time but we came through walk-in. There is plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. We ordered the shrimp pasta, blue smoothie bowl, and tuna tostadas and for drinks we ordered a green juice and an iced macchiato. To start off, the shrimp pasta was flavored perfectly! It is a little heavy for lunch but probably perfect for dinner. The blue smoothie bowl I also recommend! I don't like bowls that are too sweet and this bowl had the perfect amount of sweetness. The fruits were really sweet and it balanced out with the smoothie and nuts that were in there. My absolute favorite were the tuna tostadas! I was surprised that they would be my favorite dish as we only ordered it as an extra shareable plate! The tuna tasted fresh and it was perfectly seasoned! It went really well with the avocado and the chip that was underneath the tuna. I would definitely go back for just the tuna tostadas! For the drinks I ordered a green juice, I really enjoyed it but my friend didn't like it as much because she doesn't like the ginger flavor. I personally like ginger so I thought it went great in the juice! She also really likes the iced macchiato she ordered and recommends it as well. Will definitely be returning!

    Burger
    Martin T.

    This place is always packed, and for good reason. Staff, vibes, and food are all great. From what I've had... Fantastic: - breakfast burrito - hotcakes I'd skip: - avocado toast - the burger ^ These two aren't bad, there are just better burgers and avocado toasts in weho.

    The small portion of the Breakfast Burrito.
    Wes F.

    A friend wanted to have breakfast here today, and despite the mixed reviews, I agreed to give Great White a try. Located on the very tony part of Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, the restaurant sits among other high-end restaurants and retail stores. We arrived just after 10a and the restaurant was half filled. We were greeted by a friendly host and seated immediately on the covered outdoor patio. It was raining this morning, but you hardly knew it. The restaurant is large with an indoor/outdoor open floor plan that works very well. Beautifully decorated, great lighting, and bright artwork on the main indoor wall. I loved the open air feel of the two combined rooms. Our waiter took our order after answering our questions. He assured us that we'll be happy with our choices. We never saw him again after we ordered. After around 15 minutes, our food arrived. The plates themselves are large, but with small portions of food. See pictures. I ordered the Breakfast Burrito. The waiter assured me it was very filling after I told him I was starving. The burrito was very good, but it was smaller than expected, and not very warm. My friend ordered the Eggs and Toast, and he enjoyed the meal, too, but said the food was not hot. Unfortunately, everything for breakfast is à la carte, so he ordered a side of bacon (as posted on the menu), but it's actually Canadian Bacon. Big difference, but not the end of the world. We had a side of fries which looked perfect, but unfortunately, not hot or warm. Disappointing. After the food was dropped, no one ever checked up on us. We had to flag down a busser for a refill of coffee. There seemed to be plenty of staff and they were friendly, but we didn't know who was overseeing our table. Once we finished our meals, we had a new server check up on us. Too late, we finished our meals. All kinda confusing. I love that most food items are California farm to table. That partially explains the high prices. The food was good despite the temperature, but definitely not worth what they were charging. Again, friendly service, but confusing at best.

    Breakfast burrito
    Amanda V.

    Did I stop in at Great White because it's named after my favorite shark? Yes. Did I end up having the best breakfast burrito of my life while there? Also yes. The burrito was next-level -- packed with scrambled eggs, Oaxaca cheese, scallions, chives, bacon, chipotle aioli, tater tots, and a side of salsa. Every bite was balanced, flavorful, and just indulgent enough to feel like a vacation meal. Pair it with (a bit overpriced) fresh juice, and you're set. The café itself has that laid-back California-coastal vibe -- airy, bright, and effortlessly stylish. Parking, however, was a bit of a challenge for this out-of-towner. The area is high-traffic and tight on spots, so I'd recommend parking a few blocks away and walking in -- it's worth the short stroll. All in all, Great White lives up to the hype. Whether you come for the shark name or the stellar food, you'll leave planning your next visit.

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    We had an amazing time here. Food was unique and very tasteful. Loved the atmosphere. No wonder they are always busy!

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    Are they dog friendly?

    Depends who is working that day,.: my service dog was turned away

    Are they usually open the day after thanksgiving (Black Friday)?

    U take reservations?

    They do!

    Where do you park?

    There are meters on Melrose and a public parking lot by the West Hollywood Public Library on San Vicente and Melrose. There is no validation or parking provided by the restaurant

    Do they have cocktails at this location or just wine/spritzes?

    Yes they have many cocktails

    Is this location dog-friendly?

    Extremely.

    Do they take reservations?

    Only for dinner.

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    Run, don't walk to Zarapé for some truly outstanding Mexican cuisine. The waiter's friendly service…read moreand on-point recommendations were very much appreciated: a perfectly-made Cadillac margarita and the best carnitas I have ever tasted (no exaggeration). I had to take half of my meal home to get out of a bad date but chef's kiss to this gem of a restaurant. The only issue is that the lady who closed my bill called me "papa" and I am a young 42.

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