We really enjoyed our breakfast here! We came around 10:30 on a Sunday and only waited about 10…read moreminutes or less for 2 people. We shared the ribeye chilaquiles and the churro waffle and a side of potatoes for the chilaquiles. The potatoes were cooked perfectly and were the perfect addition to the chilaquiles plate. The chilaquiles were delicious and flavorful, and because they're cooked as tortilla strips, I felt they held their texture much longer and stayed crispy. The ribeye was cooked nicely, and the sunny side up eggs came out perfect. The waffle churro was soooo delicious. It wasn't insanely sweet, it was just right. And the syrup it came with was yummy and not overly sweet as well. I'll definitely be back to try more items on their menu!

We found street parking about a block away, and when we arrived the place was already busy with…read moreguests constantly coming in. The café itself is super cute, very clean, and has such a welcoming atmosphere. The service was friendly and attentive. There were so many menu options that I honestly wish I had more time and more of an appetite to fully indulge and try more dishes. We were in a bit of a hurry. I tried the chilaquiles, which were quit filling. They were a different style than the traditional version. They used crispy tortilla chips similar to the kind you get in tortilla soup, which actually gave the dish a really good twist. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying. The food overall was really good, and I especially enjoyed the latte because it wasn't overly sweet like a lot of places tend to make them. Overall, such a great little breakfast and coffee spot in Eagle Rock. I'll definitely be back when I have more time to explore more of the menu.

The people here are sooo nice and accommodating. Came here with a friend for lunch-our first time…read moreand it was great. Surprise was the happy hour menu offered. We got the nachos and the burger trio and the filet burger sandwich. It was all good esp the filet burger which had 2 big slices of steak! The trio sliders were so good and love the bun with a lot of French fries. The nachos was a big bowl too with all the fixins-guac, beans, cheese choice of chicken or ground beef! This is a neighborhood gem and I'd make it a destination place to go to too. The place has a nice bar area with tvs too Thank you Keith for the wonderful service.

First off, I'm sad to know they are closed :(…read more The last time I went there was around the holidays before the end of the year and enjoyed some good wings and a couple of drinks. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The wings and drinks themselves were super flavorful and I thought I would have more time to enjoy and come back to visit while in town. My partner also tried their burger and fries and decided to stop by the restaurant only to find out they closed a couple of months ago. It was worth the visit when we went there back in December.z The place was cute and it felt comfy.

YiCha has been on my HLP list for a while, and we finally booked a Friday night reservation for my…read morefamily birthday dinner. We had an incredible time--the food, drinks, and hospitality were all fantastic. Everything was delicious, but the Wagyu Bone Marrow Corn Cheese and Chef Deb's K-Town Nachos completely stole the show. Starters & Small Plates: King Oyster Mushroom Chips, the Ahn-Joo Platter (great sampling of their bites), Mandu Lumpia, and the Sashimi Chopped Salad. Medium & Large Plates: Joseon Style Bossam, Bulgogi French Dip Sandwich, KFC Wings (messy--don't wear white and ask for wet wipes), and the Kongguksu. Note on the Kongguksu: it has a slight kick, so skip it if you/kids can't handle a bit of spice. Dessert & Drinks: The Fuji Apple Eggrolls were ok--the standout sweet bite was actually the Gochugaru Peanut Brittle (made with soy and chili, perfectly sweet-savory) for the hn-Joo Platter. For non-alcoholic drinks, I tried all three and I liked the canned Milkis best, while everyone else loved their cocktails and wine. Inside is modern and stylish with a long, narrow layout, decent seating, and a few TVs over the bar. Great for dates or groups up to about 15. Eddie, the manager, was kind enough to set us up in the back section to accommodate our party of 13. Since it was hot out, I asked about A/C and he assured us it'd be the coolest spot, though it ended up a bit warmer than expected. It was also near the back supply/storage area so there was a faint odd smell, but on the plus side, noise levels were low enough for easy conversation. For parking, there's street metered parking or a paid lot behind the building. The service is what truly locks in 5 stars. From managing our large party reservation to the splitting of the final check, the entire staff--from host to waiter--was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Huge shoutout to Eddie for being so accommodating and taking such great care of our family.

I recently came to Yicha in Highland Park to try this place out, and overall, I had a really good…read moreexperience. The first thing I ordered was the Wagyu Bone Marrow Corn Cheese, and I have to say--it was absolutely delicious! I really enjoyed the texture, and the seasoning was perfectly on point. This was definitely one of my favorite dishes of the night. Next, I tried the Kimchi Carbonara. I would give it a 7/10. If you enjoy spicy food and like kimchi, this dish definitely has a nice kick to it. However, for the price of $25, personally, I don't think it's worth ordering again. That's just my opinion, though, because everyone has different preferences. I also ordered the Cheesesteak Sandwich. The meat was very tender and practically melted in your mouth, which I really enjoyed. The only thing I didn't like was the bread--it was a little too thick for my preference and didn't seem to go well with the meat. It also made the sandwich a bit messy and sloppy to eat. Other than that, the flavor and quality of the meat were great. The aesthetics of the restaurant were awesome, and the atmosphere was nice. We went on a Saturday night, and there were only a couple of other guests dining at the time, so it wasn't too crowded. Customer service was great! Our server was on point and gave us a helpful rundown of the menu. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would definitely recommend checking this place out and trying a few of their unique dishes.

We had a table of 4 on a Wednesday night, July 15 with a 7:00 pm reservation. We arrived a few…read moreminutes late, but no problem as they weren't crowded. Sat on the back patio. It was warm outside, but a small fan provided a little relief - I would add a few more of those fans for cooling and to keep the flying insects at bay. But, the atmosphere was comfortable. Service was good, not amazingly fast but appropriate for a leisurely dinner where we weren't in a hurry. The server was friendly and attentive. The food was really good. I had the shrimp and grits. It had too much "broth" or liquid, but otherwise way better than I expected for a restaurant located in Los Angeles. I ate every bit of it. One member of our party is vegetarian (pescatarian?), and she liked her dish. The other two were very happy with theirs, also. Sorry that I don't remember what they ate as I am writing this 3 days after our visit. Suffice it to say that we had 4 different entrees and all were excellent. The interior of the restaurant looked really interesting. Not your typical chain restaurant. Made me want to linger to check it out as we walked through from the patio. Overall, we had a really great experience!

When Little Beast first opened in 2013, I lived within walking distance but never had the…read moreopportunity to go. It's changed hands since then; however, new owners Chef Monique & Chef Paul have stuck to the original focus. (They also own Cindy's across the street.) The restaurant is a charming 1911 Craftsman bungalow. Inside emits a cozy vibe & warm ambience - just as if you were in someone's home. It's also a great date night spot if you're looking for someplace romantic. Menu offerings feature New American comfort food. Dishes change seasonally, as do the creative craft cocktails but the popular Little Beast Burger is a staple. Al fresco dining is available in the enchanting back patio, and there's a cute little parlor to chill in while waiting for your table. (Reservations are highly recommended.) I passed by enroute to another engagement and saw a parking spot, so I decided to stop in for a quick drink. The darling hostess asked if I had a reservation. I told her I didn't but was hoping to have a drink at the bar. The bar is tiny and can accommodate about 6 people. Krista the bartender/beverage director was fantastic. She was personable & friendly and we had a nice conversation during my visit. I ordered the Passion Fruit Margarita made with house infused passion fruit tequila. It was delicious & nicely balanced. I enjoyed my cocktail & visit here. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back for the full dining experience. *$35 corkage fee. Limit 2 bottles. *Street parking - read signs. *Live music Wednesdays 7 - 9 pm back patio.

it's been 11 months and i came back and this time i had the tripple and it was amazing…read more wait time 5/5 greeted 5/5 experience 5/5 food 5/5 restroom 5/5

This place has the best smash burger in LA without question. The staff is friendly and the…read moreatmosphere feels nice and summery. There is only outside seating however it's covered and comfortable for the most part. The food is amazing. They don't just smash hamburger meat, they season the patties and trust me that makes a huge difference. The patties are crispy on the edges and juicy in the middle and their burgers pair very well with their signature ronch sauce with the tater tots. The peppers are an added bonus. They also have great homemade hand apple pies though they do tend to sell out however. I am excited to try their hotdogs because nothing they serve is basic.

The food was amazing a 10 out of 10 on top of the service from Zaida . Will definitely be returning.read more

Xecora was amazing! With no good Mexican cuisine where I'm from (DMV), it was a relied to have been…read morereccommended such a delicious and authentic feeling. Shoutout to Zaida, our Server! Keep up the great work, looking forward to coming back!

Firstly let me say service was 10/10 even though they were short staffed they sat me outside upon…read moremy request, Rachel was friendly, attentive, knew the menu, had recommendations that were ready on the fly which tells me she eats here too, the recommendations were top notch! Atmosphere was awsome, had music but not too loud to have a conversation, chairs and tables were clean and comfortable. Food was plated well, tasted amazing, same with the cocktail it was clearly crafted well and was balanced. In California were spoiled this spot is a must see.

Made a reservation online using open table. It was very simple and easy to navigate. Called the…read morerestaurant on the day of the reservation stating we were running 15 min behind and that our number has decreased by 2. Not an issue, got thanked for the update. It wasnt that busy at the time of our arrival. There were a lot of tables and the noise level was quiet. The host was nice and sat us not too long after we arrived. The table that we got sat at was extremely wobbly. My father-in-law noticed another table had napkins placed underneath to stabilize so he did the same to our table and it worked. Tara took our order and brought out the drinks. The food was 90% great! The 10% that fell short was a combination of things. 1) menu online and the physical menu said corn bread (which we were told no longer serves them). If its no longer available, update the menu because we were excited to try the corn bread. 2) a bbq place with no wet naps, that is really weird. However, they did bring me a stack of paper towels that were wet as if they were wet naps. 3) only 1 steak knife was provided in the platters. It was hard for a party of 6 to cut up meat with only 1 steak knife. 4) one of the sides came out cold, and hard. I bit into a macaroni and it felt raw because of how hard it was! I even dropped the macaroni on the plate and it rang! We brought it to the servers attention and we were able to get a fresh one free of charge. We loved the short ribs and the tomahawk steak! They were delicious. Baked potato as a side item was very large! During the whole time we were eating, no one came by to check on us, refills were not provided until after we were done eating. We never got one of the drinks that Tara wrote down and it showed up on the check. I was trying to get a staff members attention, and my hand was raised up, and there were hosts that saw my hand raised, but did nothing. There were other servers and runners that saw it too. Took a while for us to get any help. We eventually flagged down our server after what felt like 5 minutes. We brought the charge to our servers attention, and they corrected that too. Overall, the table service could have been a lot better, fix broken tables, and I suggest you bring your own wet naps or baby wipes because they dont supply any.

Holy Saints is the kind of restaurant where you look at some of the combinations on the menu and…read morewonder how they're going to work together; then you try it, and it all makes sense. QUICK TAKE Get: Fish of the Day, Lamb, Moroccan-style Mushrooms Skip: Duck was our one miss Know: This is a good place for adventurous eaters who like sharing dishes and trying unexpected flavor combinations. Holy Saints does a nice job of making food feel creative without crossing over into "trying too hard." There are a lot of different influences running through the menu, and several dishes had us talking about the flavors and ingredients as much as the food itself. What we tried: Moroccan-style Mushrooms - A great example of what Holy Saints does well. Earthy, savory mushrooms with contrasting textures from the nuts, thinly sliced radish, herbs and crispy elements on top. There was a lot happening on the plate, but it all worked together. Definitely one to share. Fish of the Day - One of the highlights of the meal and something I would absolutely order again. The fish came over rice in a deeply flavored sauce with peppers, herbs and fresh vegetables. Colorful, comforting and much more interesting than the standard fish-and-vegetables preparation you see at a lot of restaurants. Lamb - Another winner. Rich, hearty and well seasoned, with the sauce pulling everything together. If you're visiting for the first time and like lamb, this would be high on my list. Duck - Good flavor, but it seemed like the duck sauce could have benefited from a little more time to rest before being sliced and served. We joked that we should have brought a bag, taken it home and eaten it as leftovers instead. Sometimes duck might just need a night to think about what it did. What I liked most about Holy Saints is that the food wasn't boring. The kitchen takes familiar ingredients and puts them together in ways you probably wouldn't think of yourself, which makes it a fun restaurant for ordering several things and sharing around the table.

Great cozy, American small plates spot in Pasadena. Parking around is pretty simple with structures…read moreall around and pretty easy to make a reservation for a Saturday. Dishes tried: - Sourdough bread and bbq butter, solid for a bread dish, butter is definitely unique, reminded me of Lay's BBQ chips in a good way - Grandma's Risotto w/ prosciutto, okay for me? Prosciutto was a supplement here and needs it imo for that oomph, otherwise a fine risotto dish but would pass unless it speaks to you - Barnyard Bolognese - a bit underwhelming to start, just too one-note for me, but it eventually grew on me and would get it again if I wanted a rich pasta - Duck Magret Au Poivre - easily my favorite dish here and what I would come back for and recommend for people, tender duck with the right amount of fat and a great sauce. Fries are a bit thicker than I would like, but still enjoyed it. - Seasonal apple pie - more of a danish if I had to describe it to someone, but nice texture and more importantly, not too sweet!

I had such a wonderful lunch at Nick's in Pasadena for a friend's birthday. We were seated right…read moreaway in a comfortable booth, which was a great start. I ordered the pan-seared salmon, and my friend had a salad with salmon. We both really enjoyed our meals. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Our waiter was extremely friendly and attentive throughout the meal. I also loved the attention to detail, especially the warm towels at the end of our meal. I had quietly let our waiter know that it was my friend's birthday, and at the end of lunch they surprised her with a lovely little chocolate cake, which was such a nice touch. I've been to Nick's before, and between the atmosphere, the food, and the excellent service, it continues to be a place I would definitely return to.

Every time that my wife and I have been to Nick's, we have had a great experience and great food…read more Solid all the way around. Great for just chilling at the bar solo, and great for getting a table for more intimate dinners. Have even brought family from out of town here and they rave about it too. Love Nick's!

Outstanding service. Ive come to this location a couple of…read moretimes before, but yesterday the customer service was a game changer. I was greeted kindly and quickly during the Sunday rush. Lily was quick and just as sweet as I remember. Prompty after checking in Radean got my cocktail order. She went above and beyond to check on me and make sure I had what I needed to relax during the long wait. I really love how this location always has a cocktail service. My server, Jewel was a rockstar. So classy and friendly, by far my favorite Houstons location.

Consistently, delicious…read more Been coming here probably for more than 25+ years, this little gem in Pasadena never disappoints and always knows how to hit the right spots. My usual is always the Hawaiian Ribeye until several years ago, they had a guest star join the spotlight, the Wood Grilled Ribeye which made me a diehard fan. That guest star is now a regular on this delicious menu. And that wood fire aroma sipping from the grill right in front by the door to welcome you fills the air soon as you step through those elegant pair of gold framed glass doors will make you more hungry than ever before. You've been warned.