We discovered this cheerful little place after running errands in the Valley and cruising Ventura…read moreBlvd, looking for a late lunch. The friendly waitress brought us a pitcher of ice water, which was great on a warm day, and a basket of tortilla chips served with a warm, spicy bean dip; a pico de gallo sauce; and a selection of 4-5 bottled hot sauces. We ordered the shrimp enchiladas with green sauce; a Michealada; and three shrimp gobernardo tacos. Everything was fresh, incredibly delicious and with very generous servings! We both took home enough food for another meal! We will definitely return on our next visit to the Valley. Adding it to our lunch list now..

Fun simple Mexican decor. Lots of TV's for futbol. Friendly service…read more The grilled fish tacos were AMAZING! Excellent flavor. The fried calamari was very good. Chips and salsa good. Excellent hot sauce selection. Decent beer selection and they offer frosted mugs if you want one. Not just fish - they also have plenty of steak, chicken and vegan options. Avg price for 2 tacos is $14. Entrees in the $20 - $40 range. This was our first time and we can't wait to come back. 5 stars and recommended!

Katherine O gave the most amazing service. Very attentive and awesome with giving suggestions on…read morefood options. She is a top tier server and if you get here you are in good hands like the Allstate commercial.

Came in for Dine La! Parking can be competitive!…read more Solo dined asked for a table and was beautifully treated! Got the charbroiled oysters (4) Upgraded to the coastal grill platter! Felt like a true feast! 2 more charbroiled oysters Half a prawn Scallops Whitefish With 2 sides I got Brussels and sweet potato fries! Love that Trent was a great server! Made sure I was loaded up with bread and water even with all his other tables! Bathroom is so sleek and clean! Keylime pie was so delicious! Been wanting to try lure as a valley native so glad I got to try!

A fast casual spot that hosts a slew of boils complete with paper covered tables and bibs. Popped…read morein on a Friday early afternoon and service was fast and friendly. The baskets are well priced and come with tons of fries. Nice beer, wine, and drinks menu as well.

After the shenanigans next door, we both decided to try this Crab House that everyone is talking…read moreabout. I have been wanting to eat here for quite some time now. Love seafood and the whole works. I heard they even offer you a bib, to get messy, which I am so down for. Anyway, same thing happened at this restaurant. A confidential envelope was posted on the door and we were not able to get in. Both sides of the doors were locked. Some other mail was on the ground and 2 were inside the restaurant. I don't know what is going on with both Oliva and this Crab House restaurants? It was dark inside as I snooped to see what the place looked like, was not able to see anything, except one side of the restaurant the chairs were placed on top of the tables. Again, either they are going out of business, or sold the restaurant to someone else. We dialed their number, no answer, left a message (twice), and no one called us back! Even until today. What a shame!! Was so looking forward to it. We were there on the 7th of this month at 12 noon. My friend drove all the way from Tarzana so we could have had lunch, but both restaurants let us down..

Mache AKA Machete was our incredible server! The Drunken Crab is BLESSED to have such an…read moreexperienced and talented server! He made our experience unforgettable. Our grandma recently passed two days ago so we needed something delicious. Little did we know Mache would take such great care of us and make us feel special Food is always a 10/10. Food helps to heal but so does Mache's service.

Food is okay, this place is overpriced and they are price gouging the crab, the shrimp they sell is…read morevery small and double what you would pay for at boiling crab. The bags come with minimal sauce and they charge 5$ extra for extra sauce. Service is not great either, they treat their guests like CRIMINALS and make you put down your ID or credit card for a pound of shrimp, not the ambiance i'm going for. For the price you pay i'd expect better service and cleaner facilities. The bathroom floor was sticky and it smelled horrible.

I stand by this being one of the best iced coffees in LA. It's nothing insanely fancy but it's so…read morewell priced and tastes perfect every time. The Uni was absolutely superb! I was a little worried because it didn't seem like they had a lot of options available in the case, but they brought out a lot more for me to choose from. I highly recommend telling them what you're looking for because they have some amazing recommendations. Next on my list to try is the handroll kit!

I turned to my friend and said "I think this is my favorite sushi spot now." I heard about the…read moreJoint Seafood and investigated yesterday - going in to just sniff things out. The space is really quite large. I was happy to see there was a seafood counter with a display case of smoked fish, a couple of dips, aged beef. The guys were super friendly behind the counter. I spotted the cafe area where they serve coffees and teas - I made a note that I had to come back to try that. Back to the deli counter - they recommended I try the smoked sea bass since they don't get it in often so I took some of that and a smoked salmon collar. The hand roll bar was empty since it was late in the afternoon but too early for dinner. I promised the sushi chef there that I would return. So I went back today with a couple of friends. We sat at that hand roll bar and had the best hand rolls I've ever had. We ordered a la carte and I absolutely loved those creations - full of flavor, texture - unique and tantalizing! I'm curious to go back and try some of the other things on there like the burger? the shabu shabu? I can't wait to see how they serve those items. Their little market area is fascinating as well - with small bottles of soy sauce aged in bourbon barrels and other delicious sounding ingredients. I did end up taking home a shaker bottle of their house made furikake. Can't wait to try that! I'm so happy this is in the neighborhood. It's a great spot to introduce friends to and serves as inspiration for anyone who loves to cook.

I absolutely love coming to Fishbone Seafood! Darlene, the owner, is amazing, she truly cares about…read moreher customers and it shows every time I walk through the door. There was a mix-up with my order once, and she handled it with so much understanding and professionalism. She corrected everything right away without any hassle, which I really appreciated. What makes this place special is the way they treat you like family. The energy, the service, and the consistency are unmatched. And let me just say, the fish fry is hands down the best seafood in the Valley! If you're looking for great food and even better customer service, this is the spot. Thank you, Darlene, for always taking care of me!

Jumbo shrimp was delicious but the overcooked fries is disappointing!…read more Service was friendly and fast. The aroma that you smell when you walk in the door is an unsettling fishy smell mixed with an overpowering air fresheners.

King's has long been a solid, enjoyable place to get a good meal, cocktail and, if you're in the…read moremood, very fresh raw bar seafood. Though it's the more casual offshoot of Water Grill, King's retains a sleek decor and top-flight service, and you definitely get an excellent experience for your buck. In fact, cocktails are a good few dollars less here than at other places in the area, especially Blvd Steak right next door. My martini was very cold, well-made and of a very generous size, so no complaints on that front at all. My wife ordered the Macadamia Crusted Halibut, with a double dose of starch: mashed potatoes and Mac & Cheese. The fish was fresh, meaty and nicely cooked, with a juicy interior and a very flavorful crust. The potatoes also had good flavor, but I found the mac & cheese to be wanting -- a bit too much like the packaged variety. However, my wife really liked it, so what do I know?! For my entree I ordered the Shrimp Louie Salad, a very generously portioned bowl of greens and assorted chopped veggies plus avocado, onion, hard boiled eggs and cool, poached shrimp, all topped with a Louie dressing. Everything was fresh as could be, the shrimp tasted terrific, and the avocado was a nice foil for the onion and chopped carrots. It was a very enjoyable entree salad. Service was friendly and attentive from 2 different bartenders, and it turned out to be a very satisfying, impromptu Saturday date night for a couple of no-longer-kids!

I am genuinely curious…read more I ordered a Cesar salad with grilled shrimp on the side. When it came, the shrimp was not cooked through. Mind you, I used my fork to poke at all 6 shrimp. The same fork I'd started eating my salad with. I get the waiters attention and let him know the shrimp are still 'al dente'. Again- I've used my personal fork poking all 6 shrimp as well as touching one with my fingers. Waiter comes back with said SAME SHRIMP. The f'ing chef just threw them back on the grill and they brought them back out to me. Waiter says very proudly 'he tossed them back on, should be to your liking now' Me: he tossed the same shrimp back on the grill??? Proud waiter: YUP! First of all- you don't toss uncooked back onto the grill. You make new ones. RIGHT?????????? Second of all- my FORK from my mouth, touched those shrimp and you just told me those shrimp went back on the grill you use to cook other people's food with ?? Disgusting Pretty sure that's against a law?? The shrimp were absolutely overcooked and now burnt - and you're a fish house. Do better Not sure how many size 16 people parties we will be having here anymore.

This is our 2nd time going. Luckily we got the same server Zack. I highly suggest asking for his…read morearea. He is absolutely amazing. He has the best recommendations. He's friendly and just so fun to talk and joke with. The food is absolutely delicious. We had oysters, Greek salad, the salad with peaches (to die for) I had the vodka penne pasta with shrimp, so flavorfu!!!! I've had the braised short rib and that was delicious as well. The ambience is gorgeous! I highly recommend going, but make sure to ask for Zach!

My boyfriend and I came here on a date night. The food was delicious. Everything was fine except…read moreonly first got there. Our table was set with dirty plates and we let the manager know but he didn't seem to care too much. She just apologizing and gave us new ones. Very surprised that an establishment like this will put dirty plates on the table however it was late and we were starving so we didn't wanna leave to another place. Everything else was fine afterwards the drink lady came and was nice It was a bit too loud for what we wanted. So maybe next time we can try a quiet area in the restaurant otherwise the ambience seems chic

I rarely ever remember to leave Yelp reviews, but this restaurant was EVERYTHING. The place was…read moresuper clean with such a cute aesthetic. The waitresses were so pleasant and attentive the entire time. Now let's talk about the food... 10/10. We ordered aguachiles, mango shrimp ceviche, tacos gobernador, camarones rancheros, and enchiladas. Every single dish was well seasoned, juicy, fresh, and the presentation was beautiful. Definitely worth coming back for.

A Hidden Gem for Fresh Seafood & Family Vibes!…read more We visited Marisco Corona as a party of six--four adults and two toddlers (under 3)--and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Despite it being a busy spot, we were seated right away, which is a huge plus when you have little ones in tow! The Drinks & Starters We started with the Horchata and the Pineapple Water (Agua de Piña). Both were refreshing, authentic, and clearly made with care. If you like traditional Mexican drinks, these are a must-try. The Food Everything we ordered was packed with flavor and felt incredibly fresh. A standout for us was the homemade corn tortillas--you can really taste the difference! Our table shared: * Mojarra & Pescado al Mojo de Ajo: Perfectly cooked and seasoned. * Lobster Plate: Succulent and generous. * Surf & Turf Tacos: These were a highlight! Loaded with carne asada and creamy guacamole, then topped with perfectly grilled shrimp. Each plate comes with rice, beans, and a side salad, but they are super flexible--we were able to substitute fries for the rice and beans on some plates, which is great for picky eaters or just a change of pace. Service & Atmosphere The restaurant is tucked away in a shopping center, so parking was easy to find, which takes the stress out of the arrival. Even though the dining room was buzzing and busy, our waitress was incredibly nice and the entire staff was well-attended to our needs. Bottom line: If you're looking for delicious, flavorful seafood in a family-friendly environment, Marisco Corona is the place to go. We will definitely be back!

This place came up several times when I researched on great restaurants that have excellent vibes…read moreand great food. Although it didn't really necessarily show up as "the best food in LA area" but all the reviews were so good so I became curious to try. Mainly the reviews also raved about the vibes, services, and live music. Well, they were not wrong! It was fairly easy to make a reservation through Opentable, and I made a reservation for two people for my birthday dinner on Sunday night. I put on the notes that it's my bday so it'll be nice to get a nice table near the stage. I didn't have a high expectation, cos I'd never been to the place and I didn't make a call or anything. But wow, they definitely gave us a great table at the very front! As many reviewers had mentioned, the acoustic of the restaurant is really great. You can barely hear other people's conversations. There's a live jazz band playing, so you can really enjoy that. Although it made it slightly hard to hear what other nearby people say to you either, haha. Our server Dawson was a really great one! Very nice, very informative and just has a great vibe that made you feel comfortable to converse with him. We also asked if he could take a picture of us and he went above and beyond with taking our pictures haha. He took the table lamp as our additional "lighting". Such a great service! Dawson also made a few suggestions on food. We ordered the milk bun (so great!), the tiger prawns tostada (omg, my favorite of the night!), braised lamb pasta, pork belly risotto, and roasted broccolini. Everything was really good and really filled us up! We also got the "smokin old fashioned" and "Wake up and repeat" cocktails. It was plenty of food for us so we asked for a check. Dawson asked if we wanted a dessert but we were already full. He asked if it's ok to give us a lil treat for my bday. It was a really nice dessert :). Oh I forgot to mention that they also put a small bday card on the table for me. The prices of food and drinks are on the higher sides, but I feel like it's worth it due to the live music and the vibe. It easily covers the entertainment part. We definitely will go back and recommend this place for anyone who's looking into a nice date night or to celebrate something special. I was informed that Friday has more of a "party vibe" here, although it's still a jazz performance. Sunday feels more laid back :) Overall I'm really pleased by this place. I used to think that I don't care that much about excellent service as long as the food is great, but I was wrong. The excellent hospitality just made the night even better than expected. Thank you for making my bday dinner memorable.

This place was on my list and we happen to pop in at 5pm but reservations are highly recommended…read more It was a little difficult to find because it's just a door without any signs, but I saw the valet guy pop out so we figured it was the entrance. The usually have a live band after 7pm and the sound in the resturant is amazing. It's like a recording studio. The staff was very friendly! The decor and ambiance was also impressive. Definitely swanky but down to earth vibes. I got the rasberry beret cocktail and it was different but fabulous. Not sure how else to describe it. It was refreshing. We got the tiger prawns and it was presented as a toasta, which had a great flavor and texture. The apple salad was also refreshing and a good portion to share between 2 people. The broccolini was cooked perfectly and my favorite after the tiger prawns was the Dungeness crab pasta. It had uni on top! The uni elevated the dish, and honestly there were a good amount of crab meat in the dish. Overall well balanced and creamy. The 2 of us left full and satisfied. Highly recommend this place for a date night. There's also plenty of street parking when we went but there is also valet for $15.