Another reviewer nailed it when she said this wine bar had great vibes and was reminiscent of some…read moreof her NYC haunts. I absolutely agree. There was a split second, when we were sitting outside, I totally had a NYC summer flashback having drinks with friends in friendly neighborhood bars. The staff here is friendly and helpful. Even if you're a wine newbie, it's not intimidating. We'll be back.

This is becoming one of my favorite little wine bars. The wine selection is great and the…read morebartenders know their stuff, and are quite welcoming. There is no wine list. You tell them what you like/looking for and they give you a few wines to try before deciding. The light bites are perfect for munching. The space is small enough to feel intimate but vibey enough to be your only Friday night outing. Great for dates and girls night out. And the playlist is so perfect and diverse. I'm so glad I moved closer to Covell. It will be my go-to spot.

We hosted an engagement celebration here tonight for my good friends James and Maui and it was…read moreabsolutely magical. From the moment we arrived, the team was incredibly accommodating, and having the owner, Adam, present and involved made the experience feel extra special. You can tell this place is run with real pride and passion. The space itself is stunning -- rich with history (we were told it was once Charlie Chaplin's studio and later a library), and you feel that character everywhere you look. Books line the walls, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere that's both elegant and inviting. The staff was attentive, kind, and on top of everything all evening, and the food was fantastic. And if you love wine, you are in very good hands -- their knowledge and selection are outstanding. Beautiful venue, wonderful people, unforgettable experience. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate such a special night. Can't wait to go back!

I stopped into V Wine Room on a reconnaissance mission before a date later that week and discovered…read moresomething more than a suitable setting--I found a refuge from a strained business life. The atmosphere is quiet and sophisticated, the kind of place that immediately lowers your shoulders. The staff are attentive without hovering, genuinely warm, and deeply knowledgeable. Craig and Randee are true sommeliers: intelligent, perceptive, and able to guide you to exactly the right pour based not just on preference, but on mindset. That said, the wine list is so strong you could throw a dart and land well every time. The food complements the experience beautifully. Order a pizza and a charcuterie board and let them do their work alongside the wine. After leaving, I sat in my car for a few minutes just to savor the lingering sense of peace and equilibrium--exactly what I needed to carry me into the following day. V Wine Room isn't just a destination; it's a pause button.

I wish I loved this place because the food and wine are delicious, but the staff is so incredibly…read morerude. Everything is so overpriced it feels like they are intentionally letting you know you are not good enough to be one of their customers. You can get this type of food and wine at 99 other places with nicer employees, easier parking and much less attitude. The staff behaves as if this was a high school not a wine bar. Do yourself a favor and don't come here. I highly recommend the classic LA ambience at other close by establishments such as The Oaks on Bronson, the Alley in Silverlake or The Cara on Western instead. This place is like a bad Ryan Murphy series. It takes itself way too seriously. I've given them over 4 chances to change my mind since I live around the corner, and they never cease to amaze me when it comes to their entitled snotty staff & overpriced alcohol plus the parking is absolutely impossible! I even had to help customers break out of the parking lot one evening because the gate closes at a particular hour, and the restaurant doesn't even bother to tell you the gates shut at a particular time way before the restaurant closes. you're on your own, good luck getting your car out! avoid this place like the plague. I wish I could get back to $500. I've spent here over the past two years.

This was my first time visiting, and unfortunately, the experience left a very poor…read moreimpression.During my visit, I bussed my own table, which had 8 empty glasses and no one around to pick up. I graciously took them to the counter. I was surprised and uncomfortable when the bartender openly complained about the tip I left. This interaction felt unprofessional and unnecessary, particularly given that it was my first visit and no effort was made to provide a level of service that would warrant such a reaction. I believe feedback regarding gratuity should never be expressed directly to a customer, as it creates an uncomfortable environment and reflects poorly on the establishment. I expected a higher standard of professionalism and customer service. I am sharing this feedback in the hope that it will be addressed and that future guests will have a more positive experience.

Had a delicious chilled red and really lovely Friday night at Lolo…read more We ordered: - A bottle of the Mas Coutelou 5SO Formidable* - Olives* - Rigatoni alla vodka - Stracciatella ice cream Lolo can be trusted to provide a lovely ambiance. Tucked way, it feels like you've stumbled on a little oasis in East Hollywood. Offering candle lit tables and a very kind + helpful wine sommelier, Lolo is my go-to for a sweet night out. Recommend making reservations, but in case you can't the bar area is just as nice (can get packed).

Food was delicious, I had the branzino and it was **chefs kiss**…read moreThey had many wine choices, you could have anything your pallet desires! The waitstaff were sooo friendly, I was with a friend who accidentally ordered something sweet due to a language barrier and basically they switched it no problem and found her something she loved at no extra charge. Actually I'd have to say it was all reasonably priced. Please note that gratuity is already included. So, why four stars? Well, the ambiance was beautiful, sure, however if you're meeting up to try and have a conversation please keep in mind that you will not be able to hear each other and will be shouting "WHAT" at each other until the check comes and you decide to go to a quiet coffee shop to share the stories you're dying to share.

Made a ressie two hours before heading to the Bowl to see a show. Was excited to try this place, as…read morewe haven't been before. Arrived at the Bowl and checked into the host stand an hour early and asked to see if it was possible to be seated early. They explained it was likely we would be seated near our time but that they would call me if any thing changes. My family and I waited till our reservation time and then went up to the host stand to check in and the same host asked if I got their call? I said I didn't and they said they called me and repeated my phone number back to me. While they repeated my phone # back to me, my call log showed 0 calls. The person looked at their phone and said oh I must have put it in wrong. I wasn't sure what to say to that so we were left in an odd moment of silence. The exchange felt fake to me. :( The host then took us to a table with a great view and then just as we got to the table they told us to turn around to go to another table in the back. My daughter liked the table as it had a view so we said we'd sit there. Again, odd. The table as with all the tables in the restaurant are closely placed near one another so there is an overall feeling of being cramped. Also, the tables themselves are small and compact. You are really up close and personal with your fellow diners and the noise level of the restaurant is loud. The food we ordered didn't fit on the table itself so we had to constantly move dishes and glasses around the whole time we ate as food was brought to us and stack the dishes to make room. The food comes out as it is ready which was fine but we noted, the table next to us didn't get one of their dishes (we heard because the tables are so close and you hear everyone's conversations). Everything food wise was pretty good tasting with the exception of the tomato rice that came with the sea bass. It was extremely salty and we couldn't finish it. The servers were running around in a rush so we couldn't flag anyone to get it taken care of. While I appreciate that they moved quickly to get you taken care of before show start, it was hard to get anyone's attention because the whole scene here is completely rushed. While the food was alright, I am not inspired to return and probably won't come back. Overall, it's just really cramped, compacted and the staff, while attentive to some didn't seem to be attentive to us. It was a really odd dining experience.

Very cool spot for any pre-show experience people watching! I definitely recommend booking on…read moreOpentable beforehand as to not get air to be seated like my boyfriend and I did. The hostess has to be tough to part bounce all the folks who want in! Nevertheless, we got the first table behind the hostess and weee able to watch the action. Boyfriend got his red wine but I had my iced coffee from the counter Nextdoor. We opted for the 3-cheese artisanal cheese board that does not seem like much but hits the spot as far as a snack can go. It comes with cheeses, fruit and nuts. We likewise ordered the bacon-wrapped dates which are amazing as anything bacon is! Thank you for the hostess for also allowing my friends to pop in and say hi. Great wait staff - I'd go again, with a reservation and order more!

Food: We got the Grilled Locally Black Cod, Bub's & Gram's Country Bread with Butter & Ricotta…read moreCavatelli. A glass of Rosé and Skin Contact. We enjoyed the wine. The Black cod was light yet delicious. However, I did not like the server snide remarks about our order being small yet the menu is very limited. Ricotta Cavatelli had a spicy pomodoro texture however it was okay. We enjoyed the bread sliced into croutons to apply the butter. Service: It started off great until it came up to paying the bill. I was calculating and inputting the tip amount and the server abruptly grabbed the payment machine as I was typing the remaining tip amount and did not give me an option for the copy with the tip. Ambiance: Cute little French restaurant tucked away in Melrose neighborhood. The booths and bar sets the mood for an intimate and romantic evening dinner. However, they were having strange lighting maintenance where the dim vibes became bright and dim a couple of times.

I came here with some friends this past weekend, and was delightfully impressed with the place. The…read moreinterior is beautiful, dimly lit and romantic. Probably a really great date night spot. It's not very big, so I would recommend snagging a reservation. We sat the bar, and were helped right away. - Cheese tart: This was the most surprising. It had a matcha topping with I believe a fig spread. We thought that this would be really good but I wouldn't order it again. - Garden of Market Herb Salad: This was a big hit. Light, refreshing and so tasty. - Caesar beef tartare: A must have. It's so good! One of my favorite things we tried the entire night. - Rotisserie chicken: I was surprised at how juicy the chicken was. Definitely would get this again. - Steak au poivre: Again, this was a hit. Overall, I highly recommend Bar Etoile. Beware, parking is annoying though.

Bar Avoja has got to be the most beautiful bar I visited in 2025. I'm a big fan of all of Evan…read moreFunke's restaurants, and Bar Avoja lived up to the hype as his newest offering. We were greeted immediately by the Mother Wolf host when we arrived (as Bar Avoja is located inside Mother Wolf). While I believed I had made a reservation for Bar Avoja, I had made a mistake and there was no reservation, but the staff were able to seat us immediately when we arrived anyway. The interior of Bar Avoja is gorgeous. With decadent red curtains all around the bar, and a dim-lit interior, it feels a little bit like you're in Eyes Wide Shut. A waitress soon came over to take our orders. She was super friendly and gave us both drink and food recommendations. We ended up ordering four dishes, and were pretty stuffed by the end. The dishes we got included the sfincione (focaccia like a garlic knot), the octopus skewers, squash blossoms, and frittatina alla norma. The sfincione and the frittatina were the standouts of the meal, and they were both carby dishes so they filled us up. There isn't a lot on the menu, so I'm not sure if I'd recommend it as a place to get a full dinner, unless you're okay with the lack of variety.

Tucked within (at the back of) Mother Wolf, Bar Avoja has its own vibe, its own reservation system,…read moreand its own menu. It's a lounge in every sense -- bigger than you'd expect, lots of armchairs and cushions, low tables, and just enough dim lighting (one small lamp per table) to set the mood. We showed up around 6:30pm on a Saturday and it was pretty empty, which honestly made for a lovely, relaxed start to the evening. A heads up if you're coming with a vegetarian: the food menu is limited, and vegetarian options are slim. There were really only three when we visited: * Sfincione All'Aglione: garlic knot-style bread, tasty but I actually prefer the sfincione over at Mother Wolf * Frittatina alla Norma: rigatoni-style lasagne cut into fried squares, served with sauce. A fun concept, but mostly tasted like the breading and fried flavor. * Fried squash blossoms: we skipped these Our waiter did offer an off-menu margherita pizza for my vegetarian friend, which was a nice touch. As a non-vegetarian, I had the hamburger - usually a Thursday-only item that they extended through Mother's Day weekend - and while it was good (hot, crunchy fries included), $38 felt steep and honestly... at a Roman Italian bar, I'd probably just order off the actual menu next time. The cocktails are where this place really shines: * Morso Di Vita: passion fruit forward with tomato and basil -- excellent, would reorder immediately * Robusta: ginger forward, light and refreshing * Sole Dorato: billed as a spicy margarita, served with an adorable little honey stick One tip: ask about dessert! We weren't offered it and almost missed out. So glad we asked because we ended up with: * Budino al gianduia (I think, no photo of dessert menu): amazing. Crunchy bits on top, thick chocolate ganache layer. Get this. * Passion fruit mandarin sorbet: light, tart, refreshing - a great way to finish Service was friendly throughout and the pacing felt easy. Overall I'd go back for the cocktails & vibe and to actually explore the non-vegetarian menu more. Currently on Inkind if you want a discount! Parking: Hollywood meters can be tricky - I'd suggest heading south on Wilcox where you can usually find something a few blocks into the neighborhood. Or just do valet and enjoy the night.

The outstanding selection of several niche brands of wines are one thing, the relaxing ambiance…read morethat is fueled by Chacarera tunes, the warm lighting and the vibrant vibes of the regulars who frequent this place is another, but the true gem of this wine studio, and the reason one decides to come back three times in a row, is the service of one impeccable entity called Hannah. She fills the place with light, joy and laughter and lets you forget about the outside world by letting you sink into a world of enjoyment, pleasure and absolute peace. "Spin The Bottle Wine Studio" is nothing short of an oasis of delicious, fruity pours and fantastic, eclectic company because Hannah provides such an inviting, sweet atmosphere that makes you feel like you've landed in paradise, right in the very heart of Toluca Lake. It's all about the cozy vibe. And that vibe IS Hannah.

Good spot for a glass of wine, good selection of reds, less so for whites or sparkling. It is close…read morefor us, but it can be very loud, and doesn't really have a chill outside space, it's on the (busy) street. Feels a little like a bar vs a wine bar. Nibbles on the menu are good, and service was great. Not the place for a quiet convo over a glass of wine but perfect to meet some neighbors and chat with folks are the bar.

Life always presents unique circumstances and synchronicity. It is hard to explain, but one should…read moresimply enjoy. Case in point, my friend and I were going to see Spamalot at the Pantages Theatre, so I wanted to find a restaurant for lunch walking distance before the matinee. We ended up going to Lemon Grove at the Astor hotel, which was an incredible experience. I had never heard of this joint prior to dining there. After posting my review and pictures, I got a very nice response from the manager on Monday and then on Tuesday two very dear friends who are twins invited me to their birthday party that Friday night at the Lemon Grove where one of the sister's daughters is the DJ. We had half of the entire roof for a great party with wonderful friends meeting new people, some DJing and dancing and a marvelous server who remembered not only my name from the prior Sunday, but also that I was gluten intolerant and brought me a menu I could select from while she was taking care of over 50 people. And as you can tell I am so shy and demure to boot. She was fantastic, and the food I ordered: GF Lemon Pasta and 1/2 dozen oysters while sharing the Brussels Sprouts, were all superb. The GF lemon pasta in a pesto sauce did not have any chance to avoid my boca and I left no penne unturned nor uneated. Who says you can't enjoy a place twice in one week and have a great experience both times. It's Déjà vu all over again.

Randomly came across Lemon Grove when in Hollywood and decided to grab some brunch. It's…read moreconveniently located inside the Aster Hotel's rooftop and there were luckily still tables available. We did not have reservations and were still seated promptly. Service was great - Our server Travis was really nice and checked in on us often. Food was delicious! The dishes looked simple but actually packed a lot of flavor. The Pearamount+ cocktail was so tasty. It had no alcoholic taste and was so smooth which made it dangerous. I should've gotten another one. I would totally come back and try other dishes next time.

Very cute and lowkey wine bar. Came here after work with a few co workers and we had some wine and…read moreappetizers. They do also serve actual meals and it looked really delicious. We went with a wine tasting, which wasn't on the menu but we asked if they offered it. It was $30 for 3 wine choices (2 oz I believe). Either the somalier's choice or your own. But they definitely help you with picking the right options. The staff was super nice and friendly and knowledgeable about the wines. The appetizers were pretty good too. We had the fries, brussel sprouts (best choice), tater tots, olives, marcona almonds and hummus. This place is perfect for either date night, cute meet up with a friend or after work with co workers.

My favorite combination is wine and lava cake. Unfortunately they were out of lava cake!! Which…read moresays a lot cuz it's probably sooo yummy. Got their crème brûlée instead and that was delicious. I forgot which wine I had, some red wine. The waitress was also super friendly and nice. We sat outside and it was easy to talk to each other, calm with a warm breeze.