Consistently good food and drinks. Very solid 90s hip hop…read morevibe. Brunch pops off on the weekends

Escala in Ktown is where cultures collide on the plate and in the room. Colombian food -- real…read moreColombian food -- in the heart of Koreatown. El Chino's spot, Bogotá soul, LA address. We got the chicharron plate: thick cut fried pork belly, rice, beans, avocado, sweet plantain, arepa, sunny egg. The ceviche. Short rib with guava gravy. Colombian soda. Sixteen dollars for a full plate that hits every time. The vibe inside matches the food -- it's lively, it's warm, it's the kind of spot where everyone belongs. And with the World Cup coming, this is exactly where you want to be watching the games. Big screens, great food, and a crowd that actually cares. Only in LA does a spot like this exist.

This spot has been on our list to try for a while, and I'm glad we finally made it in. The…read moreatmosphere is such a vibe, somehow both homey and edgy at the same time. We lucked out and snagged two seats at the bar on a Friday a little after 5 p.m., which ended up being perfect. It wasn't overly crowded but had just the right amount of energy. The drinks were excellent, high quality, beautifully presented, and definitely one of the highlights of the visit. We ordered the shrimp fajitas, which were delicious. The salsas were packed with flavor, and the fresh tortillas really elevated the dish. I'd recommend ordering the fajitas as an individual meal rather than sharing. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. It took quite a while to receive menus and be acknowledged. Our bartender seemed very disengaged, there was no greeting, no small talk, and the interaction felt pretty transactional. I even asked for his name, it was unique, but I completely forgot it. Something with a C or K? One of the other bartenders stopped by to check on us and was much more personable and welcoming. There also seemed to be an odd dynamic behind the bar. The staff didn't appear to interact much with one another, which created a slightly uncomfortable vibe. That said, the food, drinks, and atmosphere were strong enough that I'd absolutely give this place another shot. I won't let one service experience stop me from coming back to explore more of the menu.

Came here for Mother's Day brunch. Service was great. Food was great. The French toast was…read moreparticularly interesting. Drinks were on the sweet side, but otherwise delicious. Will definitely be back!

A phenomenal experience from the quality of the food to the service. We came in for an early…read morereservation (be sure to make one since they will not take walk ins if full). The seafood here was all fresh and delicious. Favorite bites are the tuna uni - they didn't have cones the day we were there but the chip was just as good. Crab legs were fresh. And the tostadas and toro sashimi was divine. He had a wonderful sancerre that paired well with the dishes. Would highly recommended. Street parking available.

This was my second visit to Ceviche Project and I was not disappointed. It was a quick meal with a…read morefriend so I only got one photo because we were busy talking. I was a bit shocked that we were the only guests on a busy weekend night but thankfully more showed up before we left. We ordered a couple of Scallops, a Ceviche and two Tostadas. The scallops were okay, nothing to write home about. They were on the small side. The toppings kind of overpowered the scallops so I missed that tender sweetness they are known for. The highlight of the meal was the ceviche. It came bathed in a delicious pineapple based marinade that had the perfect amount of heat. The octopus tostada was delicious but hard to eat. The mound of octopus and veggies was piled so high that we ended up using plain tostadas to spoon on a bite at a time. The kanpachi tostada was just okay, nothing bad but not great. I look forward to returning. Keep in mind that it's pricey but the quality is top notch.

Such an awesome restaurant!! The owner and worker were very sweet, makes you feel very comfortable…read more The food was delicious! The interior was so fun and the decorations made a really cool space. Would definitely go back.

Food 5/5: Wow food was amazing! Asada melt in my mouth and all the salads were great. We put the…read morerice in the pan after we finished meat and wow We have been looking for a place where they serve juicy meat and just good vibes. This was exactly that! Will come again. Service 5/5: owner is hella hilarious lol Ambiance 5/5: vibez. Highly recommend!

Are you ready to eat a hefty and hearty meal? La Fonda Antioquena is one of few Columbian…read morerestaurants in LA. I've been here a few times since I tag along with my Columbian friend for brunch here. This place is not for vegetarians. So, keep on driving or skip reading this if you are. The empanadas here are delicious. My favorite type of empanadas. Made with a crunchy, fried corn dough filled with meat. Served with encurtido, it's a Columbian salsa type but little spice. What I had recently here is sanchocho. This soup reminds me of a caldo de res but with oxtail, plantain, yucca. It also has potato and corn. Very hearty and comforting. It's served with a side of white rice on the side and arepa. If you every come here for breakfast, you'll be fed like a champion. Try the bandeja paiso.. Take your gout pills first. It's a meat fest. Serving of fried pork belly (crispy chitarrones), grilled steak (churrasco). It's served with rice, beans, egg, plantains, arepas, Comes with heart healthy avocado and a tomato for good health. You might have a hard time standing up after this meal. The service here is always good. Well especially because my friend is a regular.

Delicious food and such a good experience here! They don't serve alcohol, but honestly the fresh…read morejuices totally make up for it -- so yummy and refreshing. Plato paisa they was to go..! It was delish! Definitely coming back!

The small restaurant seems like it's family-owned. The server was very attentive and friendly. The…read morefood was authentic and delicious. I had the variety platter with different meats. The chicken was tender, and the steak was flavorful.

Never coming back here again & DONT COME HERE ... awful service & this is the worst food i have…read moreever had... Reporting this restaurant to the santitaion department there was a cockroach in my food and I found a hair And if I need to say it in Spanish so this "Restaurant " can understand : Nunca volveré aquí otra vez... pésimo servicio y esta es la peor comida que he probado... Reportaré este restaurante al departamento de sanidad porque había una cucaracha y un pelo en mi comida

This was my first time here from Las Vegas and let me tell you the food here was amazing…read more I had the half chicken with side salad which included beets, which I love. And also a side of rice. Also ordered an Horchata. The service was fast and efficient. The lady at the counter was friendly and kept the linE moving and had a good system going. This was a cool hole in the wall spot with a lot of traffic coming in and out and you can feel the buzz of how good the food was. I will definitely come back when I am in town.

Small little shop that's always bustling with business. No frills and the kitchen staff are always…read morefiring on all cylinders. I got chicken, rice, and beans. The chicken is white meat, but mine came a little dry for my taste. The skin was the best part - well roasted and flavorful. The black beans were decent, the rice was good. I did have to wait half an hour on a weekday in between lunch and dinner (when it was "less" busy, but less is relative - this place is always busy) so I walked around and did errands. I came back, the staff looked at me and called my name knowing I went out, and I took it to-go to eat at home nearby.

I had to come back and update my review just based on the service I experienced at my most recent…read morevisit. The staff could not have been nicer. So friendly, engaging and made sure we had everything we needed when we needed it. For a fast casual spot, the customer service definitely takes it a step above the rest. I got my usual Kale salad with some modifications for my current diet and it was still so good. I thought I would miss the cheese, but the chicken is just so delicious and packs so much flavor I wasn't even mad about not having it. My son got the quesadilla and he enjoyed it of course. What's not to like? Ingredients are always super fresh and taste top quality. Their patio is actually really well heated on chilly nights. I love mixto for a quick bite on the go or even a casual date or meal with friends. I always seem to find parking in their lot. It's behind the restaurant!

This spot has one of the world's best kale salads in Los Angeles. Also, you can get a family meal…read morethey can feed like 10 people. I highly recommend this spot. It's my go to.

Vegans not welcomed . What a disappointment. Most serious restaurants accommodate all dietary needs.read more

I grew up coming here and the food used to be amazing. It was one of those spots that was always…read moreworth the drive. Unfortunately, that's not the case anymore. The last few times I've gone, they've been sold out of multiple items, which seems strange and poorly managed. The service has also gone downhill, and the food quality just isn't what it used to be. It's honestly sad to see such a great place decline like this. I really wanted to give a better review, but nostalgia can't make up for the drop in quality. What used to be worth the drive isn't even worth the walk down the street anymore.

The food was amazing!!! I loved their mango salad and their breakfast was good as well as variety…read moreof options. I loved the their salsa and chips as well. very good portions. And the service was excellent, Dante is a great guy and I will be coming again.

They serve great tasting and relatively healthy Latin American food here. The food is made fresh on…read morethe spot at all times. My favorite dishes are the lemon chicken breast plate and the mango salad. The lemon chicken breasts consists of flattened chicken breasts drenched with a citrus sauce and melted cheese on top. The sides can be Spanish rice, vegetables mashed potatoes or pan fried potatoes. I like to go with rice and/or the potatoes. This is my favorite dish!!! The mango salad consists of chopped up mangos (of course!!!), chicken, avocados, lettuce and tomatoes. This is an extremely tasty, yet healthy option. The restaurant looks like a hole in the wall and very unimpressive. It looks dead at times that I've got orders to go. Don't be fooled though. The food is good here. Dante probably does most of his business through catering.