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    Majordomo

    4.2 (1.8k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndNew American, Asian Fusion, Korean
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kristina S.

    Ambiance looks nice but it was extremely hot inside to a point many guests were using the menu to fan themselves. It was uncomfortable to eat in that condition. I saw staff was fanning with her hand as well. They did turn the AC up when we were finishing dinner. Food: nothing special. Tuna was room temperature so it's not refreshing. Drink was weak and watered down. Mushroom rice has too much sauce with nothing to cut the salty and sweet flavor (a tiny portion of kimchi would have help). Steak has good texture. Will not recommend.

    Short rib over rice w jalapeño sauce
    Ron W.

    Finally visited the restaurant in person before attending a concert next door at Pacific Electric . Food was great and delivered in a timely manner. Staff were friendly and provided an additional drink when one was inadvertently taken away before we were done with it - Bravo ! Restrooms were clean and we were seated right away although it was at the bar - reservations definitely recommended.

    Grilled Branzino
    Derek F.

    Really enjoyed dinner here. The space is industrial and spacious - high ceilings, open feel. Loved the vibe. Food overall was great, even if it's on the pricey side. Grilled branzino was spot on. Pork chop tasted good, solid flavor, but the center felt was cooked through and not as tender as I had hoped. Tomato salad was fresh. Fried cauliflower, nice crunch. Tapioca spaghetti was interesting (even though there's no tapioca, right?) but had a small complaint that the noodle was a little hard. Some like, some don't. Crispy potatoes - crunchy on the outside, soft inside. It hit the spot, one of the best crispy potatoes that I can remember. Bing butter & honey was a favorite too. Drinks were solid, ube pina colada didn't taste as good as it looks, but it's a lot of purple fun. Yuzu lemonade was refreshing. The missing 1 star is a mix of small gripes: the pork chop (a little dry inside), hard noodle, ube pina colada looked better than it tasted, and it's a little pricey for the amount of food. Would definitely come back, I wanted to try the pork shoulders next!

    Tal M.

    The food was good overall, and the restaurant was decent. However, the atmosphere was a bit underwhelming, and I honestly expected more, especially after driving an hour from Orange County to get there. Everything was okay, but nothing really stood out. Unfortunately, I probably wouldn't make the trip back.

    Kelly H.

    Delicious Chinese and Asian fusion cuisine restaurant. Similar to Momofuku in Vegas. The branzino, pot with crispy rice and mushrooms, bing with salmon and dill, and large braised pork is a must order. Also, the osmanthus sparkling tea drink was refreshing for a hot summer day. Service was excellent and ambiance is high ceilings with natural light.

    Steak and eggs
    Shalisa F.

    I enjoyed brunch here. The restaurant has a cool ahd chill, industrial-inspired design that gives it a modern, upscale vibe. There was a beautiful mural on the patio. The buns were definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. All three dips were delicious, and each one gave the bread a completely different flavor. The steak and eggs crispy rice was packed with flavor. The crispy rice added a really nice texture and made the dish more interesting than a typical steak and eggs. The steak could have used a bit more salt. The Branzino was another solid choice. It was flavorful. Such well balanced flavors . If you're looking for something lighter than the steak and eggs but still substantial, this is a good option. The customer service was excellent. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made the experience feel welcoming without being overbearing.

    Tomato Salad & Eggplant Bing
    Barbara T.

    Majordomo was such a great dining experience! The service was wonderful, and everything we tried was delicious. I would definitely come back. The Tuna Carpaccio was easily my favorite! 10/10! The yuzu and sesame pairing was so bright and flavorful, and it was one of those dishes I could have ordered again and again. We also tried the Eggplant & Pine Nut Bing, Little Gem Salad, Tomato Salad, Mushroom Crispy Rice, Crispy Potatoes, and the Strip Steak. Everything was thoughtfully prepared, and the strip steak was cooked to perfection. I paired my meal with a glass of red wine, which went perfectly with the steak. Overall, great food, great service, and a really enjoyable experience. Definitely worth coming back for!

    Bing with smoked fish and crème fraiche
    Candyce P.

    I was super excited to try this restaurant because I had seen really good reviews online, esp for the bossam and Bing. The interior of the restaurant itself is very industrial and it's a super cute date spot. Parking is paid tho (as with most places in LA). We had a reservation on a Friday at 6:30 and were seated immediately. Our servers were super attentive and kind and our food came out relatively quickly as well. As for the food tho... it was a bit of a let down for us. Bing with cultured butter and honey - 4/5 If you come here, the one thing I do recommend is the Bing. The bread comes out warm and is super soft and fluffy in the inside, while having a crisp outside. I liked the touch of black pepper with the butter and honey, but it was a bit too much honey for my liking. Besides the bread itself, the dip wasn't anything special but dill delicious nonetheless. Bing with smoked fish and crème fraiche - 4/5 I think this is my favorite thing that we ordered. The smoked salmon paired well with the creaminess and slight tang of the crème fraiche, and I also loved the touch of dill. Nothing outstanding again, but the cold dip provided a nice temperature contrast w the warm bread. Mushroom crispy rice - 4/5 Loved the variety of mushrooms on the crispy rice. It had a nice umami flavor that paired well with the rice that had a nice crisp texture. It was a bit on the heavy side tho -- I wish it had a touch of lemon zest or something acidic to brighten up the dish. Bossam - 2.5/5 This was unfortunately the biggest let down of our meal. Priced at $135 I would have expected more, but it just tasted like a typical bbq pork shoulder. It was super heavy and greasy and even with the sides of lettuce, kimchi, pickled onions, and ssamjang, the fat still left a slightly unpleasant mouthfeel. The meat itself was very tender tho which I can appreciate. Also, I'm surprised this dish is called bossam, as it is not the traditional boiled pork belly. It didn't even have any sort of asian flavor besides the sides. When I read reviews online, this was by far the most hyped up dish, but we did not love it. All in all, I'm glad I tried the restaurant once but I would not personally come back. The ambiance is super nice, yet the food was unfortunately a let down.

    Stewart L.

    Majordomo has been uber-chef David Chang's flagship restaurant in Los Angeles since its 2018 opening, yet this was my first visit, for weekend brunch. In my defense, I have frequented several of his numerous restaurants in New York (some now closed) and Las Vegas. Majordomo's location is rather odd--north of Chinatown in a non-commercial area full of warehouses, some refurbished, like Majordomo's. This part of Naud St. doesn't even have curbs or sidewalks. There are 2 large parking lots, one for Majordomo guests (not free), plus street parking. Nearby is Los Angeles State Historic Park, so street parking is precious during later brunch hours. Majordomo has a pretty large airy warehouse interior dining area, plus an equally spacious covered patio. I arrived early to see a staffer debugging the area with some sort of powered zapper. I looked over the online brunch menu quite thoroughly, only to find the actual menu is a bit different. I was here to use an expiring Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit, so I ordered quite a bit. 1) Kimino Momo sparkling peach soda. Came in a bottle, made in Japan, refreshing and not too sweet. I looked up the brand to see if it was owned by David Chang--it's not. 2) Bing Bun Basket (3 pc). Nice Korean version of a Parker House roll. Served with cream cheese/ricotta/butter with chili jam/honey/dulce de leche. Delish. 3) Corn Pancakes. A stack of 3 served with maple butter syrup and an herbed creme fraiche. Nice crunchy edges, slight corn taste, topped with corn flakes. Unique. 4) Crispy Bing. A flattened bing bread fried crisp and topped with smoked pork shoulder, avocado crema and another spicy red crema, plus a fried egg. This seemed to have replaced the croque madame on the online menu. The bread was rather tough, but tasty. 5) Steak and Egg Crispy Rice. My fave dish. Pieces of steak, slices of pickled daikon and jalapenos, scallions and sesame over crispy rice with mushroom broth and a fried egg on top. Mix it all together for a delish savory delight. 6) Smoked Rack of Pork Ribs. I got half a rack. Slow smoked/roasted to a salmon pink colour. Tender and tasty with sweet, vinegary and (not too) spicy BBQ sauce. The online menu listed 2 desserts, choco pot de creme and honey pie. I would have liked to try the honey pie but was told this was not possible. Overall a nice, tasty and substantial Korean fusion brunch. I noticed that at opening, 100% of the guests were Asian, then later decreased to maybe 95%. The staff is a potpourri, service was good.

    Erick V.

    Everything about this place is amazing. Been here twice now, Dinner and Brunch. Both menus are a must try. Servers are attentive and genuine. Didn't take many photos because I couldn't wait to dive into the food. You can't miss with any pic here. Brunch pick: Baked cook Bing! Steak and Eggs Crispy Rice Smoked Ribs Dinner pick: Pan cooked Bing!!! Get the bing! Perfectly paired with their Ricotta, Jam & Chili Crunch. Grilled Bok Choy Smoked Bo Ssäm

    Elizabeth L.

    Majordomo is an LA staple and I haven't been back to try it in years. I think your experience here may largely depend on what you order. Raw marinated prawns- comes in a kimchi marinade with the fried shrimp head on the side - good and fresh, make sure to eat the head while it's hot! Ricotta, jam, and chili crunch bing- could have done without this. Almost like naan with dip. Nothing special about it. Smoked fish dip- our server pushed us toward the little gem salad but we decided on this instead. We thought from previous pictures it came with roe on top. It did not. The dip itself was good but the chips were not fresh and crunchy and kinda chewy and stale. Would not order again. Mushroom crispy rice- for $48 this was good, but I think could have been done a lot better. I found it too salty. Shiitake mushroom normally has an almost sweet, umami flavor. The mushroom was cut too small and the salt was too overwhelming to let any of the original flavor shine. I was sad when the server broke and mixed the sauce and crispy rice for us because the crisp was lost within the first few minutes. Without the crisp this just becomes an overly salty rice dish. Ribeye- the best! Cooked well, Garlic confit to spread on each piece of meat, and a perfectly light tart bearnaise sauce on the side to balance. Would order this again. Dessert- Choco pot de creme- loved that the chocolate mousse was a little spicy. Felt the cream on top and mousse on top tasted good individually but made no sense together. Service was great until the end when we sat with empty plates and untouched food for quite a bit but our server walked by us several times busy doing closing side work before we were able to ask for the check and some boxes. Ambiance is chic Asian fusion. Mitsi is across the way if you wanted to grab a drink. Overall I'd come back but would probably order different things. I've heard the pork is good.

    Allen C.

    Went here a friends birthday celebration. Amazing food! Personally I wouldn't have ordered the boiled chicken. It was ok but not at the list price. The rest of the ensemble was amazing. Something you don't experience anywhere else! Amazing service. Received a lot of great recommendation! Love the place, nice and cozy spot. Dim lighting for the outdoor seating

    Mushroom crispy rice
    Amy W.

    First time trying the new weekend brunch menu and it did not disappoint! Made a reservation only a week in advance and there were plenty of times available. All the dishes were excellent. My table ordered two of the bing basket which were more like traditional rolls but just as good as the regular bing. The steak and egg crispy rice was my personal savory favorite. Would definitely reorder that and the crispy potatoes, which are a lighter version compared to the dinner potatoes.

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    Ask the Community - Majordomo

    Hello! I made a reservation and the only option was "patio." Is this outside? If so, would it be possible to move inside? If maybe, I can call the reservationist. My mom is kinda particular...

    The patio of completely covered with heaters. I've say in the patio during the "winter"months and been fine...but I was also drinking liquor. I'm sure they can accommodate of you call prior to your reservation. Enjoy! I absolutely love this place.

    Dining room better or chef's counter?

    I have not dined at the chefs counter so have no opinion but the dining room was very nice and a great experience.

    Can you bring your own bottle of wine , if so what is the corkage fee?

    Yes, you can bring in your own bottle of wine. Corkage is $40 per bottle and will go up to $60 after the second bottle or if it is a magnum. Thanks!

    Is the prime rib (March 2024 menu) a family style format like the bo ssam and short rib?

    It is! Its about 30oz, bone in. Served with horseradish cream, fresh grated horseradish and jus.

    Can they accommodate for a gluten allergy?

    I only sampled their food as part of a catering order but I'm sure with advanced notice they can accommodate you .

    Is there a tasting menu available?

    I have never seen a tasting menu. As of last month there was not one available.

    HI. RE Boneless Chuck Short Rib Stew with melted raclette! I've been waiting 3 years for you to bring this back after pandemic! Any chance you will have it in June as I would love to dine with you for my birthday or anniversary? PLEASE! :)

    Hi Brenda, at the moment the short rib stew is not slated to return, so it will not be on the menu in June. However there is still a possibility for future menu changes. Thanks!

    What's the "PDR" seating on resy?

    "PDR" is the abbreviation for Private Dining Room. When it is not reserved for a private event, it is open for general seating.

    Does the short rib have sugar in it?

    Yes, there is some brown sugar in the marinade.

    Do they allow to bring in our own bottle of wine?

    $40 per bottle for first two, then $60 for each subsequent

    What is the "PDR" seating option on Resy?

    Hey there! PDR means Private Dining Room, which is an adjacent seating area to our dining room connected by two large barn doors. When we do not have a private event, this part of the restaurant is open for general seating.

    Do you have private rooms that can accommodate 6-10?

    Hello! Yes, we have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 36 guests. For more information, please email domoevents@momofuku.com. Thank you!

    Hi! Stupid question but is this an adult only restaurant or do you allow kids (with their respective parents obviously)?

    all ages welcomed

    Hi! Do you accept walk-ins for bar seating? If not, can you get drinks to go?

    Hi Nancy, Thank you for reaching. We do accept walk-ins for the bar on a first come, first serve… 

    Are there vegan options? Been invited to a bday dinner and need to know if we should eat first if there isn't an option.

    Yes

    Is it possible to get a 1/2 order of the smoked short rib if we give advanced notice?

    Hi Jennifer, Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately, all of our Whole Plate Short Rib orders… 

    How many people could share the Whole Plate Short Rib? Of course we would order accompanying items, but how much food is it? It's hard to tell from photos.

    Hmm, we had 7 adults and we had leftovers. We ordered a bunch of other stuff too though.

    What's the chef's counter? I see it as an option in the resy reservation system but it doesn't have any explanation.

    Hi King, Thank you for your inquiry. The chef's counter is an area of the restaurant that provides… 

    About how long does a meal take?

    Depends on how large your party is and the amount of food you order. Have been with a party of 5… 

    Are there cooling misters on the patio?

    Hi Michael, Thank you for your inquiry. We don't have cooling misters but we do have a retractable… 

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    Lasita - Lechon Kawali

    Lasita

    4.4(370 reviews)
    0.9 miChinatown
    $$$

    Lasita is a Filipino rotisserie located at the Far East Plaza in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Owne by…read morehusband-and-wife team Chase and Steff Valencia, Lasita's menu draws from Filipino flavors. Lasita was named one of Bon Appétit's 50 Best New Restaurants in America and one of the NY Times' 25 Best Restaurants in LA. You can walk in but you will be waiting so make a reservation. They also have pick up and delivery. Call ahead for pick up. This is a Filipino place with an LA touch. It is just great. It is not huge, but it is super clean and comfortable. It is cute. The service is great. You will love the staff. We love most of the dishes there. Their starter Sinigang Shrimp Chips are so good. We have never had anything like that before. Another starter that is great is their Adobo Marinated Castelvetrano Olives. Just Yum. There is not a bad entrée to be had. You will love it.

    Sinigang Shrimp Chips 5/5 Baby Gem Salad with Pinipig…read moreGranola 4.5/5 Pancit Canton with Fried Egg 5/5 Sizzling Pork Belly Sisig 5/5 Chicken Inasal 5/5 Chicken Fat Rice 5/5 Wine Selection 5/5 Corn Leche Flan 5/5   Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Overall 5/5   I have been coming to Lasita for years! I live in the Arts District and whenever I want to impress visitors - I take them to Lasita. Beautiful restaurant and and always impeccable service. Food is always amazing.   Our top favorite dishes are the Pancit Canton, Pork Belly Sisig, Chicken Inasal with the Chicken Fat Rice. There are never any leftovers. We devour everything! The Pancit Canton is one of my favorite noodle dishes - flavorful and full of chewy noods and veggies. The Pork Belly Sisig is rich and pairs perfectly with the Chicken Fat Rice. Though to be fair, everything pairs perfectly with the Chicken Fat Rice. The Chicken Inasal is juicy and tasty - I love the mojo and toyomansi dipping sauces. The desserts change - but in the past my favorites have been the Halo Halo and currently the Corn Leche Flan.   I highly recommend Lasita and will continue to return!

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    Firstborn - Zhajiang Oxtail squid, cucumber

    Firstborn

    4.2(159 reviews)
    0.6 miChinatown
    $$$$

    Went to Firstborn yesterday. Overall foods are really good, but their Ogen Melon dessert is out of…read morethis world.

    My husband and I dined here for the last night of DineLA and had a spectacular meal. It was a last…read moreminute decision so we didn't get a seat inside where it's dark and vibey, but sitting on the patio outside in the plaza was still really nice on a warm summer evening! Our server was very friendly and helpful in what we should order, and we felt very well taken care of during our visit. Over the course of the evening, we ordered the peach cocktail, strawberry goat cheese jasmine cocktail, Tommy's margarita, and kumquat apricot cocktail. My favorites were the first two - you could really taste all the components in them, so complex and interesting!! The kumquat apricot was also fun and refreshing for a hot night. The margarita was fine. Full disclosure - I ordered this drink because the ingredients looked really unique and interesting but I don't like Mezcal because it usually overpowers a drink, and that is kind of what happened here (couldn't taste any guava or green tea notes), so take my opinion with a grain of salt. For food, we got the following: Course 1: - Lamb terrine (5/5 great if you like lamb, it is delightfully gamey - in a good way) - Tomato Tartare (3/5 I think I wasn't into the trout roe with this but it was fresh and nice) Course 2: - Pork sausage in crepinette (4/5 fun presentation but this didn't blow me away) - Ragu of wild mushroom with tofu gnudi (5/5 the sauce on this was so good) Course 3: - Fried chicken (5/5 perfectly fried and loved the pickles on the side) - Mapo tofu with sweetbreads (4/5 good but I've had better mapo tofu, not a big lover of organ meats but the sweetbreads were great) Course 4 (best course): - Beef cheek (5/5 so incredibly tender and flavorful) - Spiced lamb saddle (5/5 so many flavors going on and the meat was cooked to perfection) For dessert, we ordered the corn sabayon and the roasted strawberry desserts but they brought us the strawberry and melon desserts instead. We realized we didn't get the corn dessert until we were halfway through eating what we received. We mentioned it to our waiter jokingly but he actually brought us out the other dessert too, which was such lovely service. Honestly, even though we didn't order the melon dessert, it ended up being the sleeper hit because it was served with a an amazing creamy honey mousse underneath the melon shaved ice. It was really something special, and I'd highly recommend it. Overall, I'd recommend this for a nice date night or a splurge dinner with friends. It's not cheap, but the quality was definitely there both in their fare and their service. It was a great exploration of Asian fusion done in a fine dining/tasting menu-style.

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    Manuela - Manuela now open for curbside pick up and delivery via Tock.

    Manuela

    4.2(2.4k reviews)
    1.7 miArts District, Downtown
    $$

    This was our first time dining in the arts district, and I picked your restaurant strictly for the…read moreambience that I saw online. Most times, a good ambience means mediocre food so I'd just hoped it was edible. Good Lord, was I wrong. Several things on your menu were the "best we've ever had" of that item, starting with the cornbread. I never order chicken when eating out because it's boring and usually dry. Your chicken was so moist - the spice level so perfect - that I had to share it with everybody at the table. Everything that arrived was met with "Oh my God. Have you tried that?" The only thing I didn't love was the parsley eastsider drink. I often have an Eastside when I am out, but perhaps the addition of parsley just made it taste like I was on a juice cleanse. Our waiter, Angel, noticed I wasn't gulping it down and asked if he could get me something else. I kept telling him it was "fine," but he did not accept "fine" as the bar of satisfaction so I asked for a margarita. He offered to add heat and I was reluctant, but said ok. Spicy margaritas often taste like a margarita with spice dumped as an afterthought. Again, you blew that theory away. I had to have everyone at the table taste the best margarita we have ever had. It tasted like the margarita had been born of a cross-pollinated agave-pepper plant. The seamless flavor was out of this world. I'm so grateful that Angel insisted I change my drink because we ordered 3 more. Angel also turned my husband onto an IPA that he loved. The unique ambience goes without saying. The designer of the space should win an award. We were fascinated by the diagonally, cut doors, wondering the story behind them. The people watching could have been our entire entertainment for the night. I've saved the best for last and that is our server, Angel. We were well taken care of from our first moment to our last. He gave us honest recommendations, made sure we were very happy, and clearly served your food and drinks with great pride. His name personality was delightful and we are still dreaming about everything the next day. Thank you so much.

    Manuela has been a spot on our list to check out for awhile and finally gave it a shot this weekend…read morefor my cousin's fiance's birthday brunch. First impression is that the space is stunning and so inviting. In the heart of the arts district it is located in a historic building and they leaveraged using a lot of the original infrastructure to make this spot a hidden gem amongst the other eateries in the neighborhood. The meal started off strong with attentive service and delicious starters. We got the popular cornbread, biscuits and trout dip. 5/5 for each item! Where the meal started to fall short came to our entrees. The service staff was kind but not very attentive. Tables who were sat after us were noticably getting their food faster. We waited closer to an hour for our entrees and had to send all of them back because they arrived cold. The manager became aware of the issue and they refired our entrees immediately but didn't do much else to address the significant lag in the service and cold delivery. Given it was a birthday brunch they did give us a complimentary dessert and ice cream but not much else to acknowledge the lack in service and quality especially given the value point of the meal. Overall, we had high expectations for Manuela but this particular brunch experience fell short. We aim to come back to try their dinner service in hopes for a better experience.

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    Sampa - A perfect bite of the ube cheesecake

    Sampa

    4.4(730 reviews)
    1.9 miArts District, Downtown
    $$$

    Amazing experience. My wife and I decided to celebrate our 3rd wedding anniversary at Sampa. Peter…read moreand his staff were super gracious and friendly hosts for the evening. The food was incredible too. The duck and crab rice blew us away. They take a lot of pride in their craft cocktails which also stole the show. Ube clarified drink was 1 of a kind. 10/10 must try!

    My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate our 2 year anniversary. We've visited a couple of times…read morebefore and always had an amazing and enjoyable experience, so we were really looking forward to coming back for such our 2 year anniversary. Unfortunately, this visit was completely different and left us extremely disappointed. The night we went, there was a large party of at least 30 people gathered around the bar, which made it difficult to get in and out of the restaurant and took away from the overall atmosphere. We ordered the Bicol Express Mezzelune and Crispy Duck Pancit, along with the Clarified Ube Sour and Calamansi Mojito. Unfortunately, neither of us enjoyed the flavor profiles this time. The Bicol Express sauce was too sweet for our taste, while the filling itself was quite dry. The sauce on the duck pancit was also extremely salty. We were hoping our drinks would help cleanse our palates and balance out the meal, but they were forgotten and didn't arrive until the very end. To top things off, after we paid, our credit card wasn't returned to us, and we had to ask another server to retrieve it. Overall, this was a really disappointing experience, especially since we chose this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary and had such great experiences here in the past. We know they're capable of providing a much better experience, which made this visit even more frustrating. After this experience, it's unlikely that we'll be coming back anytime soon. That said, because our previous visits were so enjoyable, we might be willing to give them another try in the future and hope this was simply an off night.

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    Sampa - Bar area

    Bar area

    Sampa - Kare-kare tamales

    Kare-kare tamales

    Sampa - Crab omelette

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    Hill Street Bar & Restaurant - Seven-Hour Bolognese

    Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

    4.5(318 reviews)
    1.7 miDowntown
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    This is a great place for a party after work. The restaurant/bar has an old San Francisco look and…read moreis large enough for big events. The staff is very attentive and will configure the restaurant and bar to fit your needs. This includes moving tables and setting up and monitoring the sound system. Because the venue is near the various courthouses and government buildings in the Civic Center area, the parties tend to be celebrations for judges, attorneys, police officers and other government workers. However, I have attended parties for other prominent people, including the owner of the charming little hotel above the restaurant. Hill Street Bar & Restaurant is also close to the museums and theater events on Grand Avenue which is just 2 blocks away. The food is terrific and the pours are generous. Can't imagine the neighborhood without this place.

    This is a conveniently located restaurant on the corner of Hill and Second. The restaurant has a…read moregreat ambiance with good picture windows looking out at the traffic, but somehow calming. The service was lacking. When we walked in, the server said, "Pick a seat anywhere," and didn't even walk us to our table and give us menus. As we were chatting, he brought us means later. He brought the menus with water. Then we were given enough time to look at the menus, which I found lacking. I looked at Yelp to picture shop for dinner. Thanks y'all! I chose the 7-hour bolognese. It was delicious! Even though the cheese garlic bread sounded good, this is nothing but sub par French bread buttered, slightly toasted, with some kind of cheese puff powder on it. Not worth my time, taste, or calories. Somebody on here posted some delicious-looking chocolate chip cookies. We had to ask for them, now knowing that they come complimentary after the meal. However, they could have kept them! They are super thin, and taste like old butter. Meanwhile, my friend had the chicken. Another Yelper raved about the chicken, and my friend had her mind set on it. However, it turns out they do not have fried chicken; they just have the chicken from the chicken sandwich. I have never seen such a thin piece of chicken! It's like they pounded that meat until it could be the thinnest possible to fry. It was not delicious, so I offered my friend to eat some of my Bolognese. We had a sub-par experience. Been there, done that, don't need to do it again.

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    Hill Street Bar & Restaurant - Bartender

    Bartender

    Hill Street Bar & Restaurant - Mitcher's Blackberry Smash, and a cute table top flower

    Mitcher's Blackberry Smash, and a cute table top flower

    Hill Street Bar & Restaurant

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    Perilla LA - Dosirak - Cod

    Perilla LA

    4.4(80 reviews)
    1.2 miChinatown
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    Such a cute place!!! It's hidden behind a coffee shop and burger place. It took me a minute to find…read moreit, but walk towards the coffee shop and there's a "driveway" to the right of the coffee shop which has a courtyard of food places. Walk straight up and you will see a tiny looking house. I saw them on "Worth it". Lady behind the counter was so nice and helpful. I went for the potato salad, $6. This one has apples and cucumber in the mix. Pretty good! Kimchi is just perfectly layered And delicious! $8. It is worth it as you could tell it's homemade and not processed. Plenty of other Banchan to choose from! Kimbap and a whole menu. You can eat out in the courtyard. Street parking.

    If you LOVE banchan, Perilla is the place for you! This takeout-only space has no room inside for…read moretables. A cold case offers an array of pre-packed banchan, and hot boxes are ordered at the same register where you pay. May sure you order the Dosirak for rich slices of buttery black cod. You get to try four banchan with it as well. The Mushroom Dupbap is another hot option. The maitakes are fresh and perfectly cooked but could use a little less salt. A side of Smoked Eggs is a must. These are the best thing they make aside from the cod. Not all banchan are made equal, and it seems all the mushrooms are a miss. Mushroom Bokkeum is mostly tofu, and the Jang a Ji has maybe 6 slices of king trumpet mushroom. Love the mix of sweet and spicy from the Fermented Cucumber with Korean Pear, and the Spigarello Namul is umami and mild. I didn't love everything I ate, but I do love coming here. The banchan can be hit or miss, but the cod is fantastic, and it's just so much fun to try it all!

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    Perilla LA - Fresh gimbap

    Fresh gimbap

    Perilla LA
    Perilla LA - Entrance

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    Entrance

    Majordomo - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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