Been a while since I have been to Granville. Came on a Saturday night, dropped into the bar, had an…read moreamazing Tuscany red wine The bar service was so great, music downtempo ambient, great Wagyu burger & just in that flow state.

I normally really enjoy Granville, so this visit was a little disappointing. I ordered the steak…read moresandwich, which I've had before, but something about it was just off this time. The steak was very shredded and almost stringy, and it didn't have the texture or overall quality I remember from previous visits. Looking at it, it almost felt more like shredded pot roast than the steak sandwich I was expecting. The flavor wasn't necessarily bad, but the meat and texture completely changed the sandwich for me. The fries were good and I still like Granville overall, but when you order something you've enjoyed before, you definitely notice when it comes out different. Hopefully this was just an off day, because this one unfortunately missed the mark for me.

One of my absolute favorite spots! Monsieur Dior is truly an experience from beginning to end. The…read morerestaurant itself is like a piece of art -- from the gorgeous interior of the elevator to the vibrant colors, beautiful artwork on the walls, and classy, elegant design throughout. Every detail is stunning. And then there's the food... it's literally art on a plate. Everything is so beautifully presented that you almost don't want to eat it -- but then you take a bite and realize it's way too delicious not to! The food and drinks were absolutely amazing. The portions are on the smaller side, but every bite feels like a little taste of heaven -- even the bread deserves a shoutout! The service is impeccable, with so much attention to detail. I also really appreciate that they give you plenty of time to enjoy your meal and experience the restaurant without feeling rushed. If you're on a tighter schedule or don't want to spend 1.5-2 hours dining, just let them know and they'll accommodate you. It is definitely pricey, but it's worth it for the overall experience, food, drinks, ambiance, and service. I absolutely love this place and can't wait to go back!

I visited Monsieur Dior with my niece to celebrate my birthday, and unfortunately, the experience…read morewas extremely disappointing. My niece had noted my birthday when making the reservation and was specifically told I would receive a birthday card, but my birthday was never acknowledged. Service was also very inattentive compared with the tables around us. We ordered caviar and beef tartare; after approximately 45 minutes with no tartare, we canceled it and requested the check. The waiter then brought only a credit card reader without first providing an itemized bill, and I had to specifically request one. The worst part of the experience involved the restroom. I was told the restaurant restroom was not working and was directed downstairs to the second floor, where there was only one restroom. I entered, closed and LOCKED the door. While I was using it, a cleaning attendant unlocked the door from the outside WITHOUT KNOCKING OR WARNING and allowed another patron to begin walking in on me. I was so startled and embarrassed that I scrambled to gather my belongings and leave. Afterward, I stepped only a few feet into the second-floor showroom and was rudely told by security that the store was closed--even though I was only on that floor because the restaurant had directed me there to use the restroom. For an establishment associated with the Dior name, the entire experience was incredibly disappointing. Slow and inattentive service is one thing, but having an employee unlock a locked, occupied restroom without even knocking was completely unacceptable and a serious violation of my privacy. What was supposed to be a special birthday evening instead left me embarrassed, uncomfortable, and disappointed.

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Pura Vita deserves to be a destination -- not because it's a vegan restaurant but because the…read moreingredients are quality, the food delicious, the menu is creative. My husband has type 1 diabetes so we very rarely eat at Italian ristorantes. Chef Tara has helped us rediscover a new world of flavor without negative impacts on my husband's blood sugar and cholesterol. (Thanks for the variety of non-dairy cheeses!!) Tip for first-timers: go when you can have the brunch or the lunch menu. Then you'll have so many options that you'll have to return! Round 1 Polpettine (meatballs) are made from lentils and texture similar to the real ones; lovely marinara sauce and ground macadamia nut instead of parmesan. Complement this with the citrus notes that highlight the sauteed swiss chard with earthy Italian butter / gigante beans. Round 2 The same beans are in the Greek goddess salad: rich with tomatoes, kalamata olives, and fresh red onions. This was a visually stunning and paired well with the Sicilian almond 'tuna' melt. The tuna is by far the most imaginative. Again, Chef Tara and the back of the house nailed the texture and I loved the hints of crunchy celery. The capers injected tiny bursts of salt and tartness. The only moderation I'd consider is slightly crisping / toasting the sandwich bread -- but the tuna melt sando is great as it is. Pura Vida is a diamond in the rough especially because the storefront is pretty discreet. I sure wish that we lived closer. We'll be back for special occasions in our life!

Usually come for their great breakfast but finally came for dinner. Tried tbe cheeseburger!…read moreExcellent one of the BEST hamburgers in LA. Great quality meat with good quality cheese, red onion and on brioche bun. So huge that I split it with a friend. Came with wonderful thin crispy fresh fries.

It's disappointing to see this place in such poor condition because it has so much potential. The…read morerestaurant feels run-down, the sofas and pillows inside looked dirty and poorly maintained, and it was honestly unpleasant to sit there. It also seemed like there was very little management oversight, with employees doing whatever they wanted. Restrooms were also dirty first thing in the morning... The food wasn't bad, but the lack of cleanliness in the dining area made me wonder about the condition of the kitchen. Zinqué has the potential to be a great spot, but it really needs better management and much higher standards of cleanliness.

I really did enjoy. I love the burnt ends of the smash burger very california burger style. The…read moreoutdoor theatre was an Audio Video marvel. The service was wonderful. I felt like the food was quality. I do not own a Tesla but I do enjoy the food and feel of this Diner. It is now a regular stop for me along with Canters and Win-Dow. I hope you give a try and enjoy it like I did. Well Done!

Came to charge the car and found out one can also order food!…read more Excellent customer service!

I had the pizza. It was very delicious. The staff is friendly and the location is very casual and…read moreclean. I do have to say, I miss the old food menu. The steamed hamburger sliders will be something I miss dearly.

hi i went here last night, im known as a big tipper to everyone i meet. i normally tip at the end…read moreof a tab. because as everyone in the world knows, a service should be provided tip or not, regardless i know that bartenders usually work on tips, i also work in the service industry next door so i get it. i asked for a shot around 1:50 close to closing i get it, and he (john) refused to service me and said next time if i tip better i could get my shot, maybe a miscalculation on my end of the tip, if you are an establishment you serve until the end of the night. i was not drunk as i had only had two margaritas at this time, and i watched him serve a group of three next to me as i was literally denied, at the end of the day i like coming here its close to my job, and they play good music and have good drinks, i closed my tab tipping the nice bartender woman, because she did an excellent job and was friendly the entire night, regardless, that was unnecessary and weird its as if i door-dashed alcohol and the dasher wont give it to me because i didn't tip up his standards, lets all have a reality check. yours truly, xelaya.

I love everything about to restaurant Been to Larchmont and…read moreWest Hollywood location. Both are amazing with great food and service . My favorite is margarita pizza with extra cheese . Love it

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.

This is a long-overdue post. République has been on my must-visit list of LA dining experiences for…read morequite some time. I just never realized where it was since I don't usually make it out to Hancock Park. Then one day, while I happened to be in the area, I stumbled upon it and had one of those "Wait...this is here?!" moments. You ever have one of those places you've wanted to visit forever, only to realize it was much closer than you thought? My first visit was actually for dessert after having a less-than-memorable lunch at Mish down the street. Unfortunately, I arrived later in the day and most of the pastry case had already been wiped out, leaving only a limited selection. The staff recommended the Dulce de Leche Cremadette ($6.75), and I'm glad they did. It was perfectly flaky, buttery, and sweet, with the dulce de leche tucked inside the pastry. The caramel reminded me of the caramel coating on a caramel apple. I also picked up some brownies at the staff's recommendation, and those were fantastic -- incredibly moist, rich, and delicious. Definitely a must-get. I was a little disappointed that I missed out on the majority of the pastry selection, but I was told that the pastries are made in limited batches each day and once they sell out, that's it. So if you're coming specifically for the pastries, get here early. Earlier this summer, I made the acquaintance of an OG Yelper, Joseph A., and we've been corresponding back and forth on Yelp. I happened to know that he's a regular at République, so I asked if he'd be interested in meeting me right when they opened. I figured if anyone knew what to order, it would be him. Joseph was incredibly kind and gracious enough to treat me to breakfast. I ordered his usual breakfast recommendation: the Regular Breakfast ($24), which comes with bacon steak, fingerling potatoes, a demi baguette, French butter, jam, and an egg prepared any style. Joseph went with the soft scramble, and I followed his lead. That was definitely the move. They really know how to cook eggs here. The soft scramble was absolutely divine -- creamy, delicate, and perfectly cooked. The bacon steak was a little on the salty side, but still very good. The demi baguette was excellent, especially with the French butter and jam. Honestly, I could have eaten several pieces of that baguette with the butter and jam alone. The fingerling potatoes were nicely seasoned and quite good on their own, but a few dashes of hot sauce really took them up another notch. I'll be honest: $24 is definitely on the pricey side for what you're getting, especially when you break down the individual components. That said, when you factor in the quality of the food, the setting, and the overall experience, I can understand why people are willing to pay it. We also shared several pastries, and every single one was excellent in its own right. I'm officially hooked on the pastries here. They just don't miss. Service was pretty good during my visit. One thing worth noting is that République adds a 4% surcharge to the bill to help cover healthcare for their staff. It's certainly something to be aware of when looking at the final bill. f you're looking for a quintessential LA brunch experience to take out-of-towners to, République is a great option. Just be prepared for potentially long lines, especially on weekends. I visited on a weekday morning over the summer, so I didn't personally experience the weekend crowds. My only real wait was at the pastry counter during my first visit. I've heard you can expect people lining up before they even open at 8AM, so plan accordingly. The cult following surrounding Walter and Margarita Manzke's restaurant/café is understandable. Between the food, pastries, atmosphere, and history of the building, there's a lot to appreciate here. And speaking of history, the building itself is pretty special. The property was built in 1928 by Charlie Chaplin. It became a restaurant in 1989 when chefs Mark Peel and Nancy Silverton transformed the space to open La Brea Bakery and Campanile. After Campanile closed in 2012, the building was renovated and modified to open up the space while returning it closer to the spirit of its original construction. République opened in 2013 and has been going strong ever since. Do yourself a favor and eat at République. Come for the food and pastries, but also take some time to appreciate the ambiance and the history of this incredible LA property. And whatever you do, get here early if you want the pastries. Once they're gone, they're gone! Don't walk--run to République.

The breakfast plate used to be really good & it had purple potatoes…read more I got it last month and it was off, and tasted very salty. It had regular white potatoes and the eggs seemed on the 'hard' side.

We had made reservation to attend the 90 minute open bar. The hostess had informed the wait for our…read moretable was taking a bit longer than anticipated, she was super awesome and sent complimentary bread and prosecco to our table. The great service didn't end there, our server Christian was super attentive checking on us for food or drink refills. Overall great customer service experience at bacari and beautiful ambiance.

Fantastic food and even better service. Oko was a phenomenal server; incredibly efficient and kind.read more

Really enjoyed this brunch restaurant. Stopped by to kill time before LACMA opened and it was the…read moreright choice. Cute little hole in the wall. Has limited seating inside and out so get there early if you can! I love the decor with the butterflies on the wall and they are playing chill jams. They have a cute chalkboard off the menu and a cool photo wall is celebrities who have visited. My fiancé and I tried the Huevos Rancheros plate, Peaches and Cream Waffle, and the Thai Style Fried Chicken plate. Along with their two drinks; Sunset Refresher & Blueberry Vanilla Cold Foam Matcha. Huevos Rancheros were a hit. To be honest I thought the dish to be a small serving at first. But it's actually a good portion. You get three tostadas stacked and layered with black beans and mozzarella and topped off with over easy eggs and salsa. I loved how the corn tortillas maintained their crunch and never got soggy. The habanero salsa that it came had a good KICK. Peaches and Cream waffle was good as well. It is seasonal so we jumped on the opportunity. Waffle was thick and fluffy that came with powdered sugar and cinnamon. The peaches were also thick and the sauce it came was light and sweet. Can never go wrong with ice cream and waffles. The Thai Style chicken was pleasant surprise. Before we ate the chicken, I tried a piece of the breading and I knew it was gonna be a good one. Lots of flavor from the tom yum seasoning and the chicken was a decent size. It's not spicy and comes with a sweet sauce to dip in. The bell peppers balanced out this dish. I was a fan of the sunset refresher. It's a mix of hibiscus, pineapple and lemonade. It's more tart than sweet but refreshing. The blueberry cold foam iced matcha was solid. Not too sweet and properly balance. Overall a good brunch spot with a large menu guaranteed to have you come back to try other things. A little pricey.

Customer Service is great! Waiters are attentive and go above and beyond…read more The food here is good, nothing amazing but good. Portions I will say are pretty large which I think is awesome. I feel like the food can be a little bland at times. Truffle fires are yunmy and omelettes are good. Parking sucks but everyone knows this area has poor parking in general. The space is small so it fills up fast so make a reservation or show up early: Seating is a bit crowded so I opt to always sit outside. It's a spot I go back to when I am catching up with a friend. You can trust that the food won't be bad and the place can be a vibe for a casual dining experience.