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great everything. food was phenomenal the service was phenomenal had a amazing time at this…read moregorgeous restaurant not to pricey and was so delicious. definitely a top 5 restaurant in los Angeles

My wife and I have been trying to get to Petit Trois for lunch for a long time and it just never…read moreworked out. Finally made it. I love this kind of restaurant. Small brasserie, sitting at the bar, shoulder-to-shoulder with everyone, watching the cooks work right in front of you. Before we even got our food I told my wife, "I hope this is the best restaurant in LA because I already think this might be my favorite restaurant." We were told the Big Mec was the move for a first visit. So rich, so delicious. I've honestly never had a burger quite in that category before. We had the steak frites too and loved it. The whole thing just felt like a great lunch. Taking our time, hanging at the bar, nowhere to rush off to. Only thing missing was a glass of wine, which I'll fix next time. Very excited we finally made it. Can't wait to come back.

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French onion soup（front) Burgundy escargots (back)

The Little Door

Wow this place is amazing, 1st time and we really enjoyed our dinner here…read more Food was outstanding. Every thing was delicious tasty and great flavors Service was accommodating and friendly, shout out to Maya/Naya thank you for the good service Love the ambiance here so chic Def coming back here again when I'm on LA

After years of wanting to visit The Little Door I finally got to go to celebrate my birthday with…read moremy partner. The Little Door is known for their gorgeous outdoor seating under twinkly lights but be aware you cannot garuntee a spot there - only request. We had reservations on a Sunday night and they were fairly busy around 7pm. We were taken to the back seating area which is indoor. I appreciate that they have the option of a personalized dinner menu which is what my partner got for me, and they even bring you a large envelope so you can take the menu home. It took us some time to be greeted by our waitress. I felt the service was lacking. She was nice, but I felt like we were often forgotten. For our drinks I had a cucumber gin martini and my partner had the Casanova. Both were delicious! For our appetizer, we ordered the Piri-Piri shrimp. It was 4 pieces of shrimp lined up with small circles of flatbread in between each piece, seated on top of a smoky and flavorful sauce. We both loved it! For our main meal we ordered the couscous "Royale," fresh Papardelle pasta, and roasted carrots. The couscous came with one lamp chop, stewed lamb, merguez, and chicken - with a side of sliced almonds and dried apricot for topping, extra lamb stew sauce, and the most incredible harissa. I absolutely loved this dish, it was so flavorful. The pasta was a solid dish as well, and the roasted carrots were also fantastic. For dessert, we ordered the lava cake and I had Moroccan mint tea. The lava cake was well balanced with flavor and not overly sweet. The tea was fragrant, sweet, and the best way to end the meal. Overall I had a nice first experience at The Little Door. I don't think there's much left on the menu that I would want to try. I would love if they added more Moroccan-inspired dishes to the menu to make them stand out! But I feel like I would still come back, and I recommend it as a place for date night or to celebrate a birthday.

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DineLA nite 2013

L’appart

Went for the dine in LA deal and was super worth it!! Tucked in an alley of DTLA, this place…read moretransports you to a cozy French living room. You can really tell that the food and ingredients are super high quality! As for what we ordered: - Escargots (5/5), no notes - super flavorful and tasty standard escargots done right! - French onion soup (5/5): the cheese was nicely melted and the soup was rich. Classic choice, can't go wrong! - Duck confit (5/5): never had this before but oh man it was so good! The duck skin was light and crispy, not oily at all and the duck was juicy. The flavors shined throughout and the purées complimented the duck really nicely. Super balanced dish - Beef Bourguignon (4/5): I wanted to love this more but I think the wine sauce was too overpowering. The beef was fork tender and cooked really nicely but I just thought the sauce was too strong. Everything else was nice! - pistachio crème brulee (5/5): I was so surprised but this was so good!! Never had these flavors before but it was the perfect blend of light and airiness with a hint of pistachio! Service was standard, they give table bread which was good and fresh! Parking is tough since it's in DTLA but it was easy on a Sunday night!

This restaurant is tucked away near Chinatown in LA, located within a small plaza alongside several…read moreother eateries. You'll need to venture a little deeper into the plaza to find it, but it's well worth the effort. They were offering a pre-fix menu during our visit, which was a great way to sample a variety of dishes. The standout items for us were the ENDIVE SALAD, BURGUNDY SNAILS, 48-HOUR DUCK LEG CONFIT, and the MOULES MARINIERES. Service was a bit slow, but the food was good. ENJOY! PS: Super weird, you have to leave the restaurant and go to a security guard in the middle of the plaza to let you in to use the restroom. Parking can be really difficult. There's no lot, but I was able to get a meter spot.

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Republique

4.2(8.1k reviews)

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We celebrated my birthday at République, and it was truly the perfect night. From the moment we…read morearrived, the staff was incredibly attentive and welcoming, and the service was exceptional throughout the entire evening. The food was absolutely stellar. My husband and I loved everything about our meal, and every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and memorable. The bluefin tuna toast was a standout, beautifully presented with a delicious smoky flavor and kaluga caviar. The hamachi crudo brought a fresh brightness to the meal and was the perfect contrast to some of the richer dishes. The tableside Dover sole was an experience in itself, and the lobster campanelle had such unique and wonderful flavors. Everything was outstanding, but what made the evening especially memorable was the combination of exceptional food, impeccable service, and the warm atmosphere. République made my birthday feel truly special. We had an incredible evening and can't wait to return!

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.

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4.5(493 reviews)

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We came in only about 20 min before closing, but the staff were very friendly and gave us a table…read more We ordered the yogurt/granola/fruit bowl and the chocolate chip/pecan cookie, both of which were delicious. Very patient and lovely staff + great food. Thank you!

Food - The French toast is a must-order, light, fluffy, and topped with a Chantilly cream that…read moretastes like it's homemade. Would order again. Regular breakfast items are solid too, and the eggs specifically were cooked really well. Price - French toast was $22, and a breakfast plate with eggs, bacon, and a side of French toast is $24. You can tell the ingredients and effort are there, but be aware that portion sizes may not be as big as casual diners/brunch places. It was enough for me, but if you're hungry you may need to order more times to feel full. Ambiance - Small, cute space. If you've got a big group or you're going during a busy time, reserve ahead or expect to wait a bit. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

2.1 mi•Arts District, Downtown

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American in Paris

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Enjoy a slice of quiche Lorraine on our lovely patio.

Camelia

3.9(299 reviews)

This was my second visit, which is usually when the honeymoon phase ends. Somehow, it got even…read morebetter. * The food is French-Japanese fusion, but not in a "we added soy sauce and called it fusion" kind of way. Every dish feels genuinely thoughtful. * The dry-aged burger was deeply savory, perfectly cooked, and extremely juicy. The kind of burger that requires both hands, several napkins, and temporary silence. * The fries were excellent, but the real plot twist was the curry ketchup. I had never tasted anything quite like it before. Sweet, savory, slightly spiced--and dangerously easy to keep eating. * We also tried the pork sandwich, topped with egg yolk. Rich, layered, messy in the correct way, and full of flavor. * The cocktails were also very well made--interesting without feeling like a science experiment served in glassware. * The menu changes frequently, so every visit feels a little different. You might see Japanese and French influences, then suddenly something inspired by Chinese dishes like Peking duck. The chef clearly enjoys traveling without leaving the kitchen. * ‍ Most importantly, you can feel the attention in the small details. Nothing seems random, even when the combinations sound unusual. This is becoming the kind of restaurant I'll probably visit once a month just to see what new idea has appeared on the menu. For research purposes, obviously. The curry ketchup has nothing to do with it.

Came to celebrate our anniversary and had a great experience at Camelia…read more Cocktails (3.5/5): while they were good, we felt that they were lacking in alcohol content and tasted a little watered down. Oysters (5/5): great value for happy hour and they were tasty. Bluefin tuna toast (2/5): for the cost, the quality did not match and it didn't have much flavor. Chicken liver toast (5/5): highly recommend, I normally don't like chicken liver but I loved this one. Japanese Bolognese (3.5/5): solid, but nothing too special about it. Abalone pot pie (5/5): one of the highlights of the meal, could have eaten one by myself! Duck (4/5): it was cooked well and tasty, loved the fries that came with it. Overall a very nice spot for dinner, highly recommend coming earlier to catch their happy hour deals. Good music, nice ambiance, perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. Not sure if we would pay full price, but using our Chase Sapphire Reserve benefit was worth it!

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Chicken liver mousse

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Old fashioned

Le Petit Paris

3.8(1.8k reviews)

1.1 mi•Downtown

Cozy romantic decor. Happy hours 5-closing every day at the…read morebar & patio! $2.5 oyster $9 wine (rotating wines, we had the French rosé and it was perfect!) & many other. Pizza was great. Previously I had their warm baguette is one of the best in town & butter too. Also a very good duck confit

A really good place to get dinner! Very romantic, especially when they play live music. Noise level…read morewasn't too bad but it did get crowded around peak dinner time. Food: everything was delicious! Escargot, baguette, grilled octopus, filet mignon The oysters were also decent Server was very attentive and the bus people were on top of it!

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Monsieur Marcel Bistro

4.1(1.1k reviews)

5.7 mi•Fairfax

Went on a Saturday in the middle of July and it was very warm in LA, however, it's cool under the…read moreawning. The food was wonderful, the wait staff attentive and helpful....I travel with tours for a travel agency from the San Joaquin Valley and this is one our favorite places to eat before we go to the Pantages Theater for the Saturday Matinee .

The Marvelous Monsieur Marcel! That was a delicious lunch we had here at the lovely open-air Bistro…read morewith plenty of shade from the hot California summer sun. Keeping it simple we started with the classic baguette with Beurre D'Isigny Demi-sel (butter), and while I would opt for a bit more softness and fluffiness with the baguette, it was nonetheless a delicious pairing. The main course for me is the very classic Boeuf Bourguignon, which is braised beef ribs in red wine sauce plus parpadelle carrots, mushrooms, and pearl onions. It's not too hearty or heavy and it's quite tasty, although it could use a little more flavor overall. Slightly polite, but good nonetheless. If you're into exploring traditional French cuisine, be sure to check out Monsieur Marcel Bistro as well as its Market.

Nice seating and conmforable place

Boeuf Bourguignon

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Pistachio mousse

Entre Nous French Bistro

4.4(448 reviews)

9.6 mi

Honestly, better than most of the food I've had in Paris! I went on a Thursday night, and it was…read morenot busy at all. We each got fish as a main and we shared an escargot. The escargot is probably the best I've had. I loved how buttery it was and the snail itself was so fresh and tender. I'd definitely repurchase this on another visit. I even dipped some of the baguette bread (which had the best crunch!) into the butter and it was perfection! For our mains, we got the sea bass with lentils and the Alaskan halibut, and both were prepared perfectly down to taste and texture. Everything about its execution felt very intentional. The halibut was baked with the right amount of breading and the sea bass was pan seared to give that nice crispy texture to the skin. My only critique is I thought the lentils were a bit too overpowering because of the huge quantity, but honestly, everything else was amazing enough that I'm not bothered by it.

Always wanted to try this french restaurant and finally was invited by my family for donner…read more Very chill spot and perfect for a intimate date night. Overall this restaurant layout was pretty cool and the night we went the noise level was moderate but I can see that if its packed this place could get loud. They offer outdoor seating as well that looked cozy. Our waiter and his team was very attentive and always made sure we had what we needed so service was exceptional. Food is always an area that I leave up to everyone's own taste. To me I felt some of the dishes needed more salt but I always enjoy my food from how the chef prepped it so I can try new dishes.

1.9 mi•Arts District, Downtown

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Entrecote au poivre

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Malbec,

Camphor

4.2(555 reviews)

•$$$$

We were served by Thomas and he was awesome! Salad and bread/butter on steak night also gasread more

My wife and I dined at Camphor this weekend, after attending the opening of the Lucas Museum, and…read morewhat a wonderful experience it was. The restaurant has an upscale yet relaxing vibe. The staff are friendly, engaging, and attentive. If you take the time to listen, you can hear and see that the restaurant is run like a Swiss watch. The kitchen and wait staff communicate like you would see in The Bear or The Menu, which I found amusing. Sue and I both had the burger and fries and they were superb. I also had a glass of a Napa red, which was equally wonderful. Camphor doesn't disappoint.

Now that's a bathroom

Chicken Breast

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Dinning room - looking towards the open kitchen.

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Isela A.

7 years ago

These stars are for the food but man TIFFANY!!! Girl,I must say you have the best customer service. Keep up the good work. You deserve all the 5 stars. read more

Matthew L.

10 years ago

The food is good not great, being in the staples center the price is very high but so is everything.

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