Amazing service , especially food and ambiance 10/10…read more Recommend coco matcha and coffee flan

Amazing Vietnamese restaurant! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. The service was…read morefriendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The atmosphere was clean, cozy, and relaxing, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for delicious Vietnamese food!

It was my first time at Anju House and the experience was great and not only that the atmosphere…read morewas astonishing, The lighting along with the music and service was perfect. There is also a wide seletion of food you can choose from. The kimchi bacon pasta was soo good.

TJ and Tenny had exceptional customer service! Treated us so well, the food was so amazing. Come to…read moreanju for good vibes!

Been here twice, almost just see if the first time was a fluke...it wasn't…read more This little place, hidden in the lobby of a hotel, is fighting above its weight. A gem, just across from The Wiltern! There are places nearby with lines...skip them, come here! Bulgogi quesadilla? Amazing. Kimchi steak taco? Not soggy, steak is lean, pico de gallo is perfect counterpoint. Street sandwich? Comfort food. Tortilla pizza? Fantastic (but get the sriracha mayo and Tabasco to accentuate the positive). Beverages? Dynamite. Whiskey with fresh strawberry puree? As good as any tiki bar. Gin with lemonade and lemon cello with sparkling water? Delicious and dangerous. Not for nothing, service has been great both times Highly recommend, looking forward to coming back again!

First off, I like the ambiance. It's very pink, very girly, very aesthetic. I love how it's…read moredecorated throughout. Lots of potential for cute photos. This was one of the places that we had on a list that we were considering for event venues. It was much smaller than I expected but it could still work for our party. We originally weren't planning to eat here since we had other places to check out but my friends already had a table so we came by to say hi. They tried the food but I didn't so I will skip that part here. Service unfortunately felt very awkward and weird. This takes away from the ambiance in my opinion. We did consider ordering something like dessert (but weren't too keen on the menu) in the short time we were there as a courtesy but it felt very forced and in hindsight would have taken too much time. It just didn't feel warm or friendly at all. Same vibes from hotel staff too (it's inside the Garden Suite Hotel which makes parking slightly easier compared to the rest of the area). We may still return to book an event but to be completely honest I'm not personally inclined to visit again after this experience.

Justin, our server, really went above and beyond to help celebrate a birthday dinner. Would…read moredefinitely recommend.

宝子们！想带crush去吃点不一样的？ 这家Star Leaf东南亚菜馆我真的要按头安利…read more门头装修一秒穿越东南亚，氛围感直接拉满 放松又chill，约会聚餐都超合适！ Thai Royal Curry Shrimp -- 镇馆之宝！ 黄澄澄的咖喱一端上来我就忍不住上手了 餐前面包蘸着吃，香浓到舔手指 色泽饱满，咖喱香浓但不腻 虾肉Q弹有嚼劲，吃得出的新鲜； 外层油炸的外衣增加了酥脆口感； 里面的土豆泥和椰奶融合得超完美 Tom Yum Noodle Soup -- 酸辣星人狂喜！ 集酸辣于一体，汤底能喝到香茅、柠檬、南姜的香气 一口下去椰浆味也冒出来了 里面的sen lek米粉软糯有嚼劲，饱腹感超强 是我喜欢的糯叽叽口感～ Shrimp Pad Thai -- 酸甜咸香小炸弹！ 属于酸甜咸香型，甜味温和带焦香 酸味带有果香，咸香味来自鱼露 花生米是点睛之笔，不小心咬一口迸发出坚果香 层次感非常丰富，越吃越上头！ Hey besties! Want to take your crush somewhere a little different? I seriously have to push this spot on you--Star Leaf, a Southeast Asian restaurant! The storefront decor instantly transports you straight to Southeast Asia, and the vibes are off the charts. Super relaxed and chill, it's absolute perfection for dates and group hangouts! Thai Royal Curry Shrimp -- The ultimate star of the menu! As soon as this golden, rich curry hit the table, I couldn't even resist diving right in with my hands. Dipping the complimentary bread into the sauce was so rich and savory, I was literally licking my fingers . The color is so vibrant, and the curry is super fragrant without being overly heavy. The shrimp is bouncy and chewy--you can totally tell it's fresh! The crispy fried outer coating adds the perfect crunch, while the mashed potatoes and coconut milk inside blend together flawlessly . Tom Yum Noodle Soup -- Sour & spicy lovers, rejoice! A perfect combo of sour and spicy, with a broth bursting with the aromas of lemongrass, lemon, and galangal. Take a sip and that delicious coconut cream flavor just pops through. The sen lek rice noodles inside are delightfully chewy and tender, making it super satisfying. It's that delightfully chewy texture I absolutely adore~ Shrimp Pad Thai -- A little flavor bomb of sweet, sour, and savory! This one hits all the notes--sweet, sour, and savory, with a gentle sweetness and a subtle smoky aroma. The sourness has a fruity twist, while the savory kick comes from the fish sauce. The peanuts are the real game-changer here; bite into one by accident and you get an explosion of nutty flavor. The layers of flavor are so rich--the more you eat, the more addictive it gets!

Always been a fan of this spot...good quality food, reasonable prices, and super friendly…read morestaff/owners Happy to support long-time local businesses like this!

2nd time trying this restaurant & did takeout this time. Me and my partner ordered the Mongolian…read moreBeef and Beef Chow Fun. It came with free soda when ordering off their website too! Food was ready within 15 minutes. It was packed and ready when we arrived. We had no issues. The free parking lot is nice and easy. Everything was very delicious and flavorful. We were very full and still had some leftovers. Would highly recommend! Can't wait to come back :)

Freshly made udon. Nothing goes better than this…read more My second time here. And this time we tried the duck udon and sea urchins udon. Both are excellent. The sea urchins one is creamy and VERY RICH. The cream sauce bend in really well with the sea urchins. But definitely not something you would order if you are on a weaker stomach. The duck udon is flavorful with plenty of meat. The soup pair perfectly with the udon as well. There was a line outside before it opened. But not too bad. They got a little eating area outside right next to the street and I saw people ate there with their dog as well. I guess that they are "kinda" dog friendly?

7/19/2026 3 1/2…read moreStars Not my first time here, but my first review on Yelp. Been awhile since I was last here. UDON KAKE It was good, but the broth was a bit salty at first. Udon noodles were good, but it was not excellent. It did have light chewy texture. BUT in comparison to Meiji Seimen, it fell short, really short! I was disappointed. BEEF BOWL It was delicious! Beef was tender and moist and loved the caramelized onion too. Rice was delicious too, not dry nor mushy. Served with pickled red ginger. A very satisfying bowl. Sat at the bar, so watched them make udon from scratch, which was nice. WAIT LIST There was a line when I got there, just as it opened. It wasn't long, but everyone wrote their name down on a wait list. There's a sheet of paper placed on the table outside. Please write your name down ASAP, as that will help in making sure that you will grab a seat. Also, the lines are disorganized too, so it's best to write down your name, so no one cuts in front of you. It is a small restaurant. Limited seats. CUSTOMER SERVICE It was okay. Everyone got in the restaurant in the order they came in. Service was quick and there were no delays in taking orders. The server came by quickly and dropped off the check as she saw that I was nearly finished with my meal. PARKING Parked at Joe's Autoparks. It was $15! I did not know until after I paid the ticket. Very difficult to find parking in this area, so not many options unless you want to walk really far, back to your car in 90 degree heat. There was another parking garage next to Joe's, but the price was the same! Would I come back again? Not sure. Given that the udon wasn't what I expected, it may be my last time here. Also, parking sucks.

Who says Filipino food can't be considered fine dining? Chef Josh Espinosa is showcasing how the…read moredishes we're accustomed to can be prepared with an elevated approach. Sampa is located in the Arts District near the intersection of S Hewitt St and E 5th right next to Urth Cafe. There's a parking lot directly across the street from the restaurant but you can also park around the corner by Arts District Park for $5. If it's your first time visiting Sampa, you have to be open minded towards the concept itself. Yes, the dishes here are smaller in portion and costs more than your typical fast casual spot. All the servers here are attentive and offer to help with what to order if you're unsure. For dinner, the Crispy Pasta is their take on crispy pata but served with spinach tagliatelle. The crab fat fried rice is a no brainer and depending on the night you come, I highly recommend the Sinigang xiaolongbao special. You don't have to be Filipino to appreciate what Sampa is doing for the culture, just come by and see for yourself.

Sampa Restaurant…read more This is a review for my experience having brunch at Sampa Restaurant. Sampa specializes in Filipino dishes. "Sampa" is short for sampaguita which is the national flower of the Philippines. WORDS TO DESCRIBE SAMPA: Elevated dining, speakeasy vibes, quality food and service PARKING: Parking can be difficult since it is close to the Arts District, you may want to park in the Public Parking Lot areas FOOD: Lechon fried rice: This dish was exquisite! I loved all of the colors in the rice, which include the fried pork belly, the golden egg yolks, and the pigments of the atchara (atchara: pickled vegetables such as papaya, scallions, and carrots). When I took my first bite of the fried rice, the blend of all of them together was scrumptious! Yes order this dish! 5/5 STEAKSILOG: I would order just the steak alone! The skirt steak was savory, juicy, and mouthwatering! Yummy! 4.5/5 Kare Kare Tamales: This dish was delicious! Kare Kare is one of my favorite Filipino dishes, so when I saw it paired with tamales I was immediately intrigued. The presentation was beautiful. The flavor was rich and unique. The oxtail was tender and the peanut sauce paired well with the savoriness. 4/5 CHICKEN AND PANDAN WAFFLE: This plate was their take on chicken and waffles. The pandan flavor was there, but I wish the waffle was thick, instead it had a crispy thin cookie like texture. 3.5/5 DRINKS: Bartender has skills! Beauty in the booze! I appreciated the artistry in creating our beverages. I loved the details of the flowers and layers of color. Cheers! All in all I had a great time eating at Sampa! I loved the food and service! Maraming Salamat! Sobrang Sarap!

Never misses!! Truly the BEST tapsilog bowl in the area. I've been getting the same thing since…read more2014 and it never disappoints. After over 10 years it's always been consistently delicious. Staff at this location is super friendly and welcoming. There's limited seating inside and a couple tables outside. Not to mention there's tons of parking!

Rice was dry and the flavors and meat was slightly less compared to the one in the San Fernando…read moreValley. Service was fast. We got delivery and it came 30 minutes early.