Now that we have a new, amazing movie theater (have you tried $8 Tuesdays?), we have gone back to Nomad a few times, and I can't believe I have not reviewed it yet. The Mediterranean menu is inventive and amazing top to bottom. Start by heading to nomadsouthbay.com and sign up for their email list to get a free hummus appetizer. It's $16 on the menu and comes with a still puffy from the oven flat bread (pita). It's worth the money, but definitely worth joining the email list. After the hummus, we split five dishes for the four of us. The roasted cauliflower is straight forward and delicious, served atop a lovely tahini and turmeric sauce. The kale salad was light and delightful. The lamb kabob plate was exactly what you want in Mediterranean food. The steak atop risotto, a favorite from Jackson's (the prior establishment here), was near perfect. But the star of the show was the Salmon Esquites--perfectly cooked salmon over fresh corn, lime, crema, and pinto beans. I am salivating writhing this! And I'm going back soon! read more

Honestly (which is what we are supposed to do here), I was a little disappointed. We stopped in for lunch before an afternoon movie. We were not in a big hurry but we didn't want to have a two hour lunch. When you first walk in, you can clearly see the bar area directly off to your right. It was completely empty. But, I wanted to sit at one of the tables there are they have TVs above the bar. Something to watch in the background during our meal. I notice that there were about four tables taken in their "outdoor" area. So, no busy. We were seated fairly quickly but then it took about 5 minutes before someone came over to offer us water or to order drinks. Seemed like there were only two people working the floor and they seemed a bit ruffled. Overall, for the limited number of patrons who were in the place, I thought we'd get more attention, or at least get it quicker. Once nice, thing, they have some specials daily. My wife ordered the tacos and they were good. I ordered the steak and fries. The steak was good but had a bit of sinew in it, making several pieces chewy. When I needed a refill, I had to flag down one of the two servers. When I wanted our bill, I had to flag down the server. Just seemed odd, for a place that only had 6 or 8 tables occupied (at this point) that we would have to flag them down for service. As said, overall, disappointed and wasn't the mood we wanted to be in before our matinee. Hope your experience is better than ours and...enjoy!!! read more

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Perfect Location Nomad Eatery is conveniently located steps away from the movie theater and salons. There's a nice & clean outdoor lounge area outside while you wait. The restaurant itself was nice, clean and aesthetically pleasing. Unfortunately, I don't have the same hype for the food. Let's start with the drink. I can't recall what I had, but I do remember that the ice filled up my 4 oz cocktail glass. My husband and I ordered the Nomad Hummus for appetizer. The only thing I can say is $14 for it is thievery. The same goes for the Mary's Chicken. It was not bad, taste wise, but no wow factor. The portion of everything in that dish was not worth the price. As for the service, the host was very hospitable. I can't say the same for the waitress. She was so blank. There was no sense of welcoming in her. She just took the order, filled the glass with water and gave the bill. It would probably make more sense if it was busy, but it wasn't. It was a Tuesday early dinner with two other parties at the time. I don't know how business is going for Nomad Eatery, but I suggest to be more great full to the customers that do come. A little hospitality goes a long way. read more

Nomad Eatery - Mary's Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

Dine in LA menu is an excellent value and lets you try variety of dishes. Everything we ordered tasted amazing--the standouts were the scallops, burrata, and branzino! It would have been a 5 star rating but a star was knocked off because of service. It wasn't bad, but they kept coming by when we said we were waiting for more people to show up (we prefer to order when our entire party was present) and they weren't aware who ordered what, and pacing was off. One person was still eating their entree and they just plopped down our desserts. It would be nice to ask if we were ready for our dessert. Overall felt rushed. Nice ambiance, seems like a nice cozy place to come back when the weather is cooler. We weren't aware that there is automatic gratuity (perhaps because our group was 6 person?) read more

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Service: Friendly, prompt, attentive. Ambience: Lively, well lit but not bright which is how I like it. Food: Oh the food.......so very good. Filet Mignon risotto and lamb skewers. The meat was marinated well and oh so tender, both the steak and the lamb. The drinks were delicious and really interesting. I had one called "save the bees", I believe, a bourbon based cocktail and had bee pollen sprinkled on top as a garnish. It was fantastic! I'll have to return and try a few more items to be sure but if everything else is prepared as well, this place is great! read more

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We came for Dine LA dinner last night. It was $45 for select items on their menu. (They did not offer Happy Hour since they were offering Dine LA menu.) I enjoyed everything that I ordered, from the generous portion of mussels, the crispy whole branzino, and the crème brûlée. My husband also had the mussels, the lamb shank, and rice pudding. He did not care for the lamb shank. He said it was tender, but would have preferred a different sauce. He also wishes that he got the crème brûlée instead. Our server was ok, but seemed rushed. There was a lot of free 2-hour parking when we arrived for an early meal at 4:30 pm. If there were more entree offerings during Dine LA, I'd go back again. But I didn't see anything else that I'd be interested in trying. The restaurant is nice inside with spacious modern interior. read more

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Stopped in before a movie and happened to catch their Happy Hour. I'm vegan, so I ordered the hummus plate, guac and chips, and fries. Everything was tasty, though the portions were on the smaller side. The service was a bit unusual. It doesn't seem like you get a dedicated server --whoever walks by handles whatever you need. It made things a little confusing since the person who took our drink order never returned, and we ended up flagging down different staff members for the rest of our visit. My wine also took quite a while to arrive, even though we were seated at the bar and I noticed other drinks going out first. It may have just been an off night. The vibe is cute, and the shared parking with the cinema makes it a convenient stop before a movie. read more

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Dine LA week menu was enjoyable. Service was good. Food was tasty , but the crème brûlée we choice for our dessert was flavorless. The consistency was good but lacking in flavor in the custard. read more

We love Nomad, especially during Dine LA where we get to enjoy a 3-course meal at a set price. By making it a date night, we get to experience 6 different items with flavors and ingredients from different parts of the world. My favorite today was the sea bass, it was beautifully served, raw, I was very pleasantly surprised. I almost asked for chopsticks until my wife reminded me this is a Mediterranean dish. I forked it and it was amazing, fresh and tasty, highly recommended! The short ribs is usually favorite, it came out nicely, falling off the bones, only thing was the sauce was a bit salty for me. I wish there was a side of rice or bread, ha ha. May be I will ask the polenta to be in the side in the future. My wife had the Hummus Meeze board, we loved everything on it and wish there was a bit more bread to help us finish every bit. She also had the filet mignon Loma Saltados, it was also deliciously done. For dessert, we shared crème brûlée and tiramisu. Both were yummy and gone in no time. read more

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I've been wanting to come here for a while and finally decided to visit yesterday. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. It was a little hard to find the entrance, but you enter through the patio area. The interior is very chic. It feels like Tulum vibes. Now, for the important part, the food. I ordered the crispy Branzino and a side of charred broccoli. I will be honest and say the presentation was a little underwhelming however, the taste was incredible! I literally ate everything! It was the best meal I've had in a while. I also had a spicy Mezcal with aloe cocktail, very good. The bartender came to my table personally and gave me this recommendation which I thought was really cool. I believe this cocktail will be on their Spring menu fyi. Overall, a great experience. I'm really looking forward to coming back to order the exact same thing. Lol. read more

Nomad Eatery - Charred Broccoli with feta. So good! - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Global spot that is a hidden gem. Came here for brunch with my family and we made a reservation online in advance. It's located by the movie theater and there was plenty of parking. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Our waitress was friendly and we were able to promptly place our orders. My boyfriend and I split the chimichurri steak and eggs and the French toast. My sister ordered bacon on the side for her French toast (extra cost) while my mom had the enchiladas. They're vegan friendly and my dad had the Mediterranean kebab which was vegan. We all split the mussels to start as well. read more

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This is really weird but... can I do a review for the best Cesar salad of my life? Like, seriously. I'm just as shocked as you are. Popped into Nomad for lunch with my boss and while the service was a bit slow and absent minded--had to send back my wrap for being the wrong protein but it was cheerfully replaced, and the restaurant got crowded really quickly--and I was impressed with the cool laid back ambiance with a more dignified menu. I ordered the Cesar salad almost on a whim. Needed some roughage to go with my carbs I guess. Dude, what? How am I in love with a salad? It was incredible. No soggy iceberg or wilted romaine, the veg was crisp and fresh. I can't remember if it was bread crumbs or croutons but I do remember the FLAVOR and the CRUNCH were top tier. But the true star was the dressing. Creamy, tangy, FLAVORFUL. It was amazing. I filled up on salad and fries and brought my wrap home where my dog promptly stole it from me. But I'm not even mad. The salad was THAT GOOD. read more

Parking in the nearby garage but finding the entrance isn't straight forward if you haven't been here before. Nice ambiance (open architecture) and pretty prompt service but the kitchen took forever (like closer to 45 minutes) and the place isn't slammed nor even that full. Good food (tried the lamb kebab and shrimp) but pretty pricey. Was going to order desert but she brought the check so fine. They are not very interested in our custom. read more

Nomad Eatery - Wok-seared shrimp with jasmine rice - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

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I love eating here, the food is fresh tasting the staff remembers you and is so attentive. The Kebobs are a favorite amongst everyone and the caesar salad is delicious. Be sure and try the sampler appetizer with the dips. The pita is bomb here! read more

We were seated in the patio area which was too loud and we asked the waiter to move us after little attention to us. Rather than ask for our drink or food order she left. After 10 minutes we asked the the bartender to send over our waitress and were ignored. We then flagged down another staff and when we asked when we could get a waitress we were given attitude about moving and she left. After 5 minutes we left as well. Abysmal service and attitude. Wasn't even that crowded. Won't be back. read more

Salvatore and team provided excellent service. The meal was amazing but most especially the bouillabaisse. I nearly liked the bowl clean. Nomad offers a wide range of wine and cocktails. I enjoyed a glass of Tempranillo blanco which accompanied my dish nicely. The chef and owner, Scott, came out to ask about our meal and if we were enjoying the dishes he had prepared. I will definitely trek across Southern California for another meal. read more

My friend and I decided to try Nomad for dinner tonight. The restaurant is modern and decorated very well. They were serving their regular menu plus a prix fixe menu for DineLA week. I decided to try the prix fixe - Course 1 - Burrata & Pistachio Pesto, Course 2 - Filet Mignon Lomo Saltado, Course 3 - Creme Brulee. My friend had the Nomad Hummus and Grilled Loin of Lamb. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful. The food was flavorful and great quality. Initially, I was going to order the Balsamic Braised Short Ribs, but unfortunately, they had run out. The filet and lamb were both tender, juicy, and flavorful. The Creme Brûlée was excellent, though I would have wanted a thinner burnt sugar layer. It was still so good. Scott, the owner, came to our table to chat with us and ask us about the food and how we found them. He was friendly and grateful for our patronage. He shared how he came up with the concept of the restaurant. We really enjoyed the conversation. I definitely will return because there were so many other items on the menu that I would like to try in the future. read more

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Great food and wonderful service. Really felt taken care of and the birthday dessert was excellent!

I was very pleasantly surprised by this restaurant, which I had picked largely because it was close to where I needed to be afterwards. But it turns out the food was excellent, the service friendly and the dining space pleasant without being ostentatious. And it was QUIET enough to have a dinner conversation without having to shout. There was a bit of background music but it was barely audible so it did not cause diners to shout to hear each other speak. And the tables are far enough apart, so you get visual and auditory privacy. In fact, the restaurant layout is suited for privacy. It's sort of a U-shape rather than a large room, so you're not near a lot of other diners, and the bar is in a separate room, so diners don't get a lot of bar noise. Importantly, there is plenty of free parking in off-street lot. We went during LA Restaurant week and had the special menu. I had the scallops, which were elegantly served on half-shells and were cold and delicious. Two of us had the Branzino, which was served whole, batter-fried, and it was not only beautiful to look at but yummy. I had the rice pudding desert, which was excellent, with flavors I did not recognize but enjoyed. One of my companions had the flan and praised it, though I didn't taste it myself. At $45 for the three-course meal, I thought it was a steal. I had an alcoholic drink called The Heights of Machu Picchu for $17, which is a bit on the pricey side, but it was absolutely worth it. It was cool and refreshing with a flavor I hadn't tasted before. All told, this was an excellent dining experience. Kudos to server Elysia L. and her two helpers for being friendly and attentive while not being obtrusive. Now that I've discovered Nomad, I plan to go back and try some of the other stuff on their ample menu. read more

Amazing food always hot and fresh I don't go often because it's far where i live but whenever I am in the area I always pove to go there.

Loved the spaghetti & grilled shrimp entree! My co-worker & I both ordered this, both of our shrimps were cooked PERFECTLY! I am very picky about my shrimp and hate having it over cooked. These were not, so tasty! I loved the flavor of the pasta too. My co-worker thought it was a bit too salty but I didn't think so. I do like stronger flavors. I would go back for this dish. read more

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Ordered two of the tiramisu as takeout ($14 EACH) and their portion size was incredibly small. Maybe 2 x 2 x 2 inches for $14 EACH. Yikes. If the piece was generous or even just a decent size, that would be fine... but at this price point I'm astounded and very disappointed. So puny it was pathetic. Will never order from here again ... taste was mediocre too, kinda tasted like it went bad. read more

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We were greeted by the manager and then ignored for a good 20 mins before anyone came to check on us to see if we were ready to order. Ambiance was nice, with indoor heat lamps and a cozy feeling. We opted for the DineLA menu so I ordered the scallop crudo aguachile, crispy branzino, and the coconut rice pudding. Everything was delicious! I was the last one to get my food and they forgot to bring my rice bowl and dipping sauce. The overall experience was good. I may return in the distant future. read more

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Service was great. Happy with our waitress who was very kind the entire time we were there. Ambiance is amazing. Quiet, cozy. Outdoor seating was not cold as there were fireplaces. Food was alright. Somewhat overpriced. Ordered the spaghetti bolognese. Nothing special in my option. The Nomad burger was good. Fries somewhat soggy. Aguachile was small, but good. Place overall is expensive but if you are looking for a date spot, it would be great to try. read more

Amazing place and ambiance. Especially for rainy and cold days. Wish there was more food selection. Overall great read more

Nomad Eatery - Korean chicken sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

This has become one of our favorite places and in the steady rotation. Happy hour has some great deals and the nomad fries are so good. Everything we've had here is good. We also came for dine LA, which was a great deal. read more

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Met a friend for an early lunch. Free parking is available for 90 minutes albeit I don't think it's a problem unless it's super busy. The restaurant is on the backside of Rosecrans, catering to the office and businesses in that location. Nice ambiance, good service, but boring food. If the owners' aim is to showcase some international favorites I suggest they go and revisit some restaurants that feature some of their dishes. The papaya salad was bland and the papaya did not seem super fresh. The shrimp on the side was a boring presentation. The lamb shishkabob platter was a nice presentation but the lamb was not grilled. It was soft and not fatty at all but again, so tasteless. Not for me. read more

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Amazing service here!! I ordered the steak risotto which was very good. Great ambiance here too & plenty of parking. The owner even came to our table to chat for a bit. Super great experience. I'll be back for sure. read more

This place is pretty great. It's located within some sort of living space with "suites" but unclear if it's a hotel or not. The place feels modern with an outdoor patio, greenery, and wooden studs supporting the frame. The service was good. Timely with water and food. Not much else to say. I was here for the dinela event and so I ordered the scallop crudo as an appetizer, the filet mignon lomo saltado entree, and the creme brulee dessert. The scallop appetizer was excellent with a spicy green salsa and jalapeño slice that complimented the fresh scallop, mint, and cucumber. The avocado didn't pack too much of a punch, but the combination of spicy with a bit of refreshing minty scallop was excellent. The filet mignon lomo saltado was great too. The steak was very tender and the sauce seeped into the rice well. The fries were crispy as slightly damp fries could be and the onion and tomato mixture was good. The only qualm I have is that the flavor profile comes off a bit salty. A little more kick of lime or mint would freshen it up nicely. The creme brulee is a standard one with a nice crispy top with berries and mint. No notes, this is just delicious since I'm biased towards dessert. Fruit and mint accompany the sugary innards of the brulee well. A fantastic experience all in all. Something worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

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Nomad Eatery is a great place to grab that uniquely flavored meal. This is a great fusion restaurant that offers a nice selection of cross cultural dining experiences. The food here is all very well prepared and it tastes great. My first experience at this restaurant was that we were driving by. We had been meaning to go here for a while, but it just seemed to be the right time to do that this a.m. I want to make sure we had a seat, so I booked a table for their 11 AM opening on OpenTable. A few minutes later we arrived, we were seated, and we begin our meal. I believe it's interesting to go into a restaurant when they are first opening. By arriving early, you get to see how prepared they are and if they're going to be able to take care of their customers. They did a great job with this. No complaints whatsoever. This restaurant has a very nice interior design. Plus, they have a nice semi outdoor patio space. In this area, they have a very nice fireplace that keeps you warm if it's a little bit cool outside. In terms of parking, Nomad is located right off of Rosecrans. Pull in off the street and the have a large parking structure near the rear of the restaurant. So, parking should never be a problem. Overall, the staff here was very nice, the food and the drink were very good, and the overall vibe of the restaurant is great. read more

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Had a sister date and she picked nomad for us to meet up at. The place is tucked in the corner so it's easy to miss but once you get inside, it seems very spacious and they have a covered outdoor area that made it very nice even though it was chilly outside. We decided to go with the dine LA menu, which had three courses. Our first course came out and I had the scalloped chilies and my sister had the beef risotto. Both of them were so amazing. The flavor of the risotto with the mushrooms to die for and the beef was so tender didn't even need a knife.. We got to chatting And it was over 30 minutes when I realized that our second course had not come out. During that entire time I had not seen our waiter and they had not checked up on us, so I tried to fly down a waitress who told me she would be right with me and then never came back. Our waiter came around a few minutes later, and I asked about our food and he said that the kitchen was understaffed and they were a little busy because of dying in LA. Two other tables that came after us had gotten their food before us. And I understand that restaurants can have call out, but that would've been good to know at the beginning not after we had waited 30 minutes. It was about 45 to 50 minutes after we had our first course that we received our second course. I had the chili Reno and my sister had The lamb skewer. The food was absolutely amazing. The chili Riano was gushing with cheese so much flavor, nice and crispy outside. The lamb super tender everything was just on point. We had the tiramisu and the rice pudding for dessert to finish off our three course meal. The food here is amazing. I would come back for that alone and recommend them for that sole purpose. I do not mind waiting for my food, but we should have been told in advance that the kitchen was behind, and if they were sold behind, why were two other tables getting their food before us. Also, the fact that we did not see our waiter for that entire 30 minutes was very concerning and nobody else came to check up on us as well. There's construction going on so we actually almost missed it because it's around the corner from Orange Thorpe. Plenty of parking and I'm sure it'll look a lot better once the construction is done and it is opened up. read more

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Wow, Nomad is a hidden gem!!!! My friend and I visited on a whim, with a craving for some Mediterranean food. I looked at OpenTable and they had reservations, so I booked something at 6:15 (which, for future reference, Happy Hour ends at 6:00, so try to visit between 4-6 for extra perks!). The location is tucked away off Rosecrans, with ample parking in a structure behind them. It's a cozy space with seating inside or in a charming enclosed patio. The service is A-1. Highly professional, prompt, and attentive. The FOOD is equally fantastic. My friend and I lucked out with a Dine LA special menu, so we got to try a bunch of stuff for an absolute steal. Scallop aguachile: WOW. The presentation was great, but the balance of flavors was great--a nice crisp bite of jalapeño, balanced with refreshing cucumber, citrus, and of course some tasty scallop. It was awesome. Lamb kebab: fantastic! Served with veggies, tzatziki, baba ganoush, pita. The whole plate was filling but not over the top. The lamb was well cooked, tasty, and complemented well with all of the other additions. Coconut rice pudding: so good! I loved the zest of orange here and there. I'm a big fan of both pistachio and coconut so this was a no-brainer for me. Really nice way to end the meal without being overly indulgent. Overall, I'd love to come back and try more things. Highly recommend for a date, celebration, or a Mediterranean experience a touch more elevated than my beloved Zankou or Chicken Maison. Check it out! read more

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I was so excited to find a French Dip sandwich on the menu at Nomad Eatery. It's rare to find and when I do I will order it. The steak was well cooked and high quality, and the bread was freshly baked. I asked for extra jus which was flavorful. They we nice to substitute a salad in place of fries. Service was great. Ambiance right now isn't great as the patio is under renovation but it'll be great once the work is done. read more

Nomad Eatery - PRIME STEAK FRENCH DIP - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

I had the Shrimp Papaya Salad as an entree and it was a bit much to eat all by myself. Definitely recommend doing it as a shared plate unless you LOOOOVE papaya salad. We got the cauliflower and hummus appetizers to share and it was amazing. My coworker told me that they are great for happy hour. They have plenty of parking especially now that the Beach Cities Arclight close down. RIP that movie theater. :') Ambiance is quiet and nice for lunch! It was great for a lunch where you want to hear what your companion is saying. What I had: Shrimp Papaya Salad - green papaya, fresh lime, fish sauce, bacon, spicy red chilies, roasted peanuts Instagram: @jessgoeat read more

Nomad Eatery - SHRIMP PAPAYA SALAD - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Really enjoyed everything at this spot. The food, service, atmosphere were all great. Went on a Wednesday evening to celebrate my wife's bday. Had a reservation but it wasn't busy at all. We ordered some starters and entrées to share and enjoyed everything. Our favorite was probably the steak risotto. It was one of the starter options but can definitely have that as a meal. We tried the roasted butternut squash. It was good but I didn't really enjoy the flavor and it was a little too spicy for our little one to enjoy. We got the roasted lemon chicken and the spaghetti bolognese. We really enjoyed the spaghetti with the little garlic bread served alongside. Great option for kids and adults. The chicken was okay. I don't love roasted half/quarter chickens because I feel like the meat is usually bland and all the flavor is on the skin. We ended the meal with a creme brulee which was light, custardy, and not too sweet. Overall a great meal and would go back to check out some of their other options. read more

I love this place for dinela but aside from that they make the best salmon. I'm not big on fish but the salmon esquites here is always a must order item. Everything I have tried has been delicious. Additionally, the service is great. The owner Scott walks around and greets all his customers. Salvatore is upbeat and so so attentive. Before I even have to ask, he's already on it. One of the nicest servers I have met. I brought my friend here for her bday, was her 1st time here and she was thoroughly impressed by this small and quaint place, coupled with amazing service. read more

Nomad Eatery - Mediterranean Near Me - El Segundo, California

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Came to Nolan Eatery for Dine LA and wow -- the Bouillabaisse stole the show. A generous portion packed with perfectly cooked seafood, in a rich, fragrant broth so good I didn't leave a single drop. Service was top-notch. Our server Salvatore was friendly, attentive, and spot-on with recommendations. The host kindly moved us to a less breezy table without hesitation, and the chef made the rounds to every table to chat about our meals -- such a rare and personal touch. Bonus points: free self-parking (almost unheard of in LA!) and no annoying "optional" 4% health charge. Casual dress code, fine-dining quality. I'll be back for that Bouillabaisse again -- and again. read more

I went for dine LA on 1/25 and had a 3 course meal for $45 which was quite a deal. Since there was 3 of us, we decided to sample 3 different appetizers consisting of 4 scallops with Serrano chile, mussels with fries and burrata cheese with grapes and toast. All were very tasty. Two of us got the lamb shank with risotto and one for the branzino which was flash fried and with a somewhat sweet Asian (?Thai) sauce. Both were amazing and generous in size. Lastly, we got tiramisu, coconut rice pudding and crème brûlée. I highly recommend you don't miss this promotion. read more

Was surprised with a beautiful night here for the Valentines Day Pre-Fixe dinner. The service to the food were absolutely amazing and delicious. Not sure what is typically on the regular dinner menu but ALL items we ordered were sooo good. Our servers were so attentive as well and had the hugest smiles on their faces when talking to us, definitely gave us such a welcoming vibe. The crab cakes and scallops were literally the BEST I've ever had. Also, for dessert the Tiramisu and Coconut Rice pudding was phenomenal and not overly sweet, just perfect. I cannot wait to come back and try their regular menu out. read more

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Good for happy hour! Cocktails are $8 and they are good. The the happy hour menu is not extensive but the food is of high quality and it is certainly possible to satisfy to small to medium appetites. Service is attentive and cheerful. read more

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