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    Good for kids
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    BBQ Fried Chicken
    J B.

    I'm disappointed. I've wanted to try this restaurant out based on the high reviews, but sadly, it was a disappointment. We went for a late dinner at 8 p.m. The restaurant was basically empty, with only one table being served, which we probably should have taken as a sign. We sat down, and the waiter, who was nice and friendly, handed us the menu. This is when things started to go wrong... After giving some time to look over the menu we called the waiter over. Everything my date wanted was no longer available. Crispy turkey meatloaf... not available Oxtail tacos... not available Plantain callalloo tacos... not available. Um, what? What is available, sir? And why didn't you inform us that half of your menu wasn't available when we sat down? Oh, and they also ran out of soda; they only had wine available. We ended up ordering the following: Fried Green Tomatoes Catfish on cheesy grits BBQ fried chicken with gries We thought well at least the food would be good right? Wrong. The fried green tomatoes had a HAIR on them. At this point, I couldn't help but laugh at how bad this experience was. I called the waiter who was very apologetic and said he wouldn't charge us for it and put in a new order. We got a fresh order but it just wasn't good. Tasted like breaded tomatoes with no seasoning. Catfish and cheesy grits. The fish tasted off not fresh. I was so hungry that I forced myself to eat it. Again no flavor. The cheesy grits were ok. BBQ fried chicken. My date had this basically fried chicken with a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Again nothing special lacking in flavor. The gries which were grits in fries form he actually did like. I don't know if we came on a bad day. But this experience was so bad that we will never come back.

    Grit fries.
    Jen C.

    So great to find gluten free mac + cheese! And a warm friendly environment. This is the kind of neighborhood place I'm looking for. Chef Alisa personally greets us and has so much talent. Don't miss this award-winning chef's magic! Got to go back for my second visit today and loved the oyster mushroom special. Photos included here are the fries made from grits (my new favorite kind of fries! Move over sweet potato fries!) and the turkey meat loaf sandwich.

    Crispy Turkey Meatloaf Burger
    Jessica S.

    There's a small parking lot next to the restaurant. The service team are great but it can get busy and a little loud. The food was so comforting. All the meat is cooked to perfection so it's soft and juicy. Personally, I loved the meatloaf sandwich the best. The patty is delicious with some crunchy bits inside. The cornbread is on the smaller size and came out hot and fresh. They may run out of some things. For example, we got mac n cheese soul spring rolls since they didn't have their regular mac n cheese. The soul spring rolls were delicious and it came with a salsa. My group agreed we need to come back to try more because we were stuffed at the end of dinner.

    Black Eye Pea Stew
    Mika C.

    Been wanting to try this spot for the longest and so happy i finally did!! We had friends in town and it was mandatory to find a delicious spot that was gluten-free friendly. From the fried chicken to the fried catfish to the oxtail tacos to alllll of the sides, everything we had was a hit. I was so impressed with the menu and how hard it was to decide what to get because everything looked so good and tasted even better. It's a really cute spot, service was great, and overall great vibes. Can't wait to be back!

    Barbecue Chicken Salad
    Natalie G.

    The food was fresh delicious and extra tasty. I had the Chicken salad and I may sound plain, but far from it. Chicken pieces with a crispy, not greasy crust, a drizzle of bar b que over each piece, not soaked in sauce, perfect. There were these soft on the inside hard on the outside, croutons, but never have I had such a flavor. The greens were fresh, and the salad dressing was an Asian flavor. Wanted to lick the plate. My partner had the Waygu burger with caramelized onions and Gouda cheese. There was green salad on the side . Excellent. Our waiter was polite and cool all in one package. It's not a fancy place but clean and happy people. We found out later just how nice they were as our truck wouldn't start and the owner/cool came out and gave us a slice of lemon pound cake while we waited for AAA. Bonus. Definitely a beautiful vibe going back to eat the menu!!!

    Ambiance / Vibe
    Ashli A.

    I am so glad I found this gem! It's a cute restaurant with plenty of street parking. It's black owned and has a lot of cultural design in the restaurant. It's very hip and casual. Our waitress was AMAZING! She made great recommendations and was very helpful with our questions! The food was PHENOMENAL! I ordered the domestic channel catfish with cheesy grits (pictured) and it was DELICIOUS! The catfish was fried and seasoned to perfection, and the sweet, cheesy corn gave a nice balance to the dish! I ate one of my friend's Mac n Cheese soul spring rolls, which was delectable! The food is amazing, the service is splendid, and I'll definitely be back!

    This bread looked so good but it was disappointing super dry and crumbly and it was $8
    Laila R.

    Service was friendly 5 stars for service The menu and food is just ok. The oxtail tacos were tasty but there was something missing on the plate to make it a meal. Ordered a few small plates to make it feel like more of a meal but Spent 111.00 (pre tip) for three people with no drinks and left hungry. The cake was $8.00 and it was so dry and crumbly.

    Oxtail Tacos (3)
    Devi N.

    I used to come here when it first opened and I'm glad to say that the quality of food is still the same. Really tasty southern style food. There's a number of gluten free options and also vegan offerings which made me happy. I had been craving oxtail so the oxtail tacos were perfect- juicy, tender and loaded with onions and kale so I got my veggies as well. My friends liked their shrimp and grits and also the fried green tomatoes with the remoulade. The food was amazing, and the service was great as well. It's off of Pico and there's small parking lot but there's plenty of street parking as well. The desserts looked amazing but we were pretty full with our meal so we'll have to come back!

    Aneisha H.

    The service was so great and made me feel like I was at my family business. The music and vibe was also really good. I can't believe I haven't yet been here. The setup felt so embracing of Black culture and history from the decor to the food. The shrimp and grits was so good. I'm craving it just thinking about it. They did have plaza free parking but it was shared and limited so street metered did the job The dessert I had was strawberry cake and it was okay and not as I anticipated but sure if I had asked they would've happily replaced. The lemonade and tea was addicting and so good! Can't wait to go back and try out more.

    Shrimp and Grits
    Brian V.

    4++ great soul food spot near the Fairfax / Mid City area. Has a warm, family/ home style cafe vibe to it. The folks here were very friendly. It's order at the counter style and they bring out the food. So the presentation is beautiful and it still has a fast casual feel to it. This place has been on my go to list for a while now. Finally got to go with couple of friends. I ordered the fried catfish with the cheesy grits as a side. The grits were delicious and had a nice firm texture to them. The fish was fried perfectly with flakey bites and crisp outside. I got to try some my friends shrimp and grits and oxtail taco. Both very good. Definitely a great spot that I would love to return to and try some of the other stuff on their menu. There are a lot of desserts there that I would like to try as well. I was kind of full and we were kind of a rush to get somewhere so I didn't end up getting any dessert this last trip. But they are behind the glass at the ordering counter and they all look wonderful. Especially that German chocolate cake.

    Shrimp and Grits
    LaMont W.

    I thought I would surprise my wife with dinner at My 2 Cents. I follow Chef Alisa on her Hulu Show " Searching For Soul Food". Turns out that I had taken her here before. Chef Alisa throws down! This place must be Heaven Sent‼ The food is awesome!! The shrimp and grits is literally the best thing I have ever tasted! I'm not a big Grits person but I am when it comes to their dish. It melts in your mouth. Creamy Grits that I'm guessing is cooked in Broth⁉ It definitely has the essence of Soul Food Kuz it warmed my heart. I could eat that every day. The Honey Truffle Wings were bomb too. A perfect add on or appetizer. Perfect balance of Truffle to Honey combo. The Jamaican Jerk Shrimp Tacos were very good too. It had all the Jerk flavor with a little heat. The only thing that could have made it better is a homemade tortilla. Still tho‼ The side of Black Eye Peas were It reminds me of my Grandmothers stews and soups. The 3 Young Brothers who served us were excellent. They provided the details we needed to help us choose the right dishes. This place will be a forever go to any time we are in LA

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    Ask the Community - My 2 Cents LA

    Is shrimp and grits on the menu daily or is it just a special?

    Not sure. But it's been there every time I have been there

    What's the nearest metro stop? (train/bus/etc)

    You can look on Metro.net to find that answer. Should be a stop close by since it's on Pico Blvd. Maybe also BBB Big Blue Bus

    Are there tables inside to sit and eat?

    Yes, places to sit on the inside and outside in front. Good atmosphere and you're not rushed... Great place to sit, eat, and have good conversation.

    Are dogs allowed on patio?

    Probably not because of small space

    Do you have to make a reservation?

    No need

    What's a good item to order?

    Everything is delicious! E V E R Y T H I N G ! !

    What is the current health score?

    pretty sure it's A, think i would have noticed if it was anything less. but i can't be absolutely certain.

    Is there are Parking structure?

    No parking is on the street or in the very small parking lot which is usually busy. The food is great and worth the parking issues.

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    Came here for Dine LA week on a weekend and wanted to try out French food which AFA seems to be…read moreknown for. Upon entering, you can tell this is a very nice restaurant with a nice dark aesthetic that sets the mood for groups or a nice date. Not a huge french food fan but wanted to give it a shot since a lot of people recommended. Got the Duck dish which was ok. Not too strong flavors but cooked really well. Didn't think too much of it really enjoyed eating their desserts a lot more than the main dishes. And a pistachio cake plus a crème brûlée, which was really delicious and I remember a lot more than the actual main dishes. If you like French food, you'll like it here. Make sure to make a reservation. Parking is a little hard so you'll have to find street parking somewhere.

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    Great White - Smoked salmon pizza

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    Can't miss with the burger. So juicy and perfectly cooked. Fries are on point as well!

    Two Hommés

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    Food-5/5 Service-4/5 We were place in an out of the way area…read moreand got lost in the busy of a popular spot. Ambiance- Perfect. It's a chill spot. Very NYC feel with the energy of that secret place you only tell your best friends about or people you care about their opinion of you. I had Lamb Dibi. It's now my favorite Lamb dish. Smashed potatoes, the best Salad i have ever eaten, a fine smooth Ipa and a Passionfruit Meringue tart. Everything we tasted was PERFECT. We were there to see J Cole, and would come back again just for the food and the vibe. I want them to cater my next special event. People will think you know fine food after you recommend this place. Our Server Mo was also excellent. We met one of the owners as well. Excellent gentleman! I only wish they were in my neighborhood. If they were, we would eat there every week!

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    Cento Pasta Bar - Carbonara

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    What a fun little spot! The vibe of the place is super cute. I'm super happy they accommodated us…read moreas a walk in, since seating is limited. We started with some cocktails and a Caesar salad. Caesar was fresh and yummy. Next, we ordered the sweet corn agnolotti which is a MUST TRY. It's a smaller portion but soooo flavorful, we had to stop ourselves from ordering another round. We also tried the broccolini bucatini, which was different! It was good but I also felt that it was missing that punch of flavor, it's more of a subtle taste. And lastly, the spicy pomodoro was creamy with a hint of spice. I almost wanted it to be a bit more spicy but flavors were definitely there. For dessert we ordered the famous tiramisu and it was amazing. Service was great.

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