JM9 kitchen is one of the vendors in a ghost kitchen in Colony Santa Monica. I ordered ahead of…read moretime, not in their kiosk, so it was ready when I arrived. Colony has both inside and outside seating which looks so cozy. Since I was in a hurry, I had mine to go. When I got home, I was very surprised to see how big their portions are. That explains why I thought the bag was too heavy. I had the Grilled Chicken Steak with Black Pepper Sauce and a side of spaghetti. I ate half of everything and ate the other half the next day so you can actually split it with another person. Everything was so delicious including the lemon tea I had. I was pretty satisfied and I can't wait to try other items on the menu.

Was excited to see HK style food on the Westside and wanted to try it out for couple months…read more Finally went last Saturday, ordered at the kiosk and then got a table at the patio. We had the baked pork chop so food took about 20 / 25 minutes or so to come out. Tasted just like childhood! Milk tea also tasted very familiar. I was happy about these two items. The grilled chicken with black pepper sauce was just so so in comparison. Gave it 3 stars because there were flies flying around the patio. Covered trash cans might reduce this problem a bit. Price is also on the higher side. $6 milk tea was not very worth it. And they charged you some sort of fee (see pic) that I wasn't aware of, did not expect extra fee when ordered at the location and not doordash.

This location is so far the best sweet maple location I've been to, the ambience is beautiful and…read morepeaceful, from the lighting in the restaurant, the decor, and the large amount of seating space this restaurant has is amazing. The food was delicious and fresh, I had the Bay Bottom Omelette, with the millionaire bacon with the mimosa flight, My kids had the one pancakes with the millionaire bacon's and the One French toast with orange juice, the service was amazing our food came out fast and hot. Our server was amazing he offer other options for my kids since they never had the millionaire bacon's and they enjoyed it. Thanks for wonderful experience!

I was in SM with some co workers for a CHLA walk and after the event we decided we wanted to get…read morebrunch. We were in the mood for both sweet and savory and came across Sweet Maple. Thankfully the line was short and the wait was not too long. I would make reservations for next time. They were kind of busy and semi loud but not terrible. The waitress took a little long but she was friendly. We all picked a couple different meals to share amongst the 4 of us. The portions aren't big but shareable as we ordered 3 different dishes. They didn't take long and the presentation was really nice. I was impressed with the food and taste. I got a drink and it looked pretty and tasted yummy. I really enjoyed the ambience and the food. Can't wait to go back.

My wife, 4-year old son, and I absolutely loved coming here. This family business has great food…read moreand the service was wonderful. The owner was very warm, friendly and accommodating. The chicken pho was clean hearty and delicious. It comes with a dipping sauce for the chicken that was very nice. The chicken bahn mi had a really nice savory flavor and the bread was light and flakey. The shrimp spring rolls were good sized, filling and refreshing. We will be back!

Some basics: Family owned. Manned by 3-4 people max. Super small and cozy (only counter seats)…read more True Authentic Vietnamese. For the amount of demand from DoorDash orders, window side orders, and dine-in orders, the server took care of everyone in the timeliest of fashion with kindness, positivity, and max efficiency. Very impressed. 20/10 in service. Spring rolls super fresh and light. Peanut sauce wasn't too sweet and I liked the thicker consistency. Summer mango salad special...stellar. The combination of mango, calamari, shrimp, basil, and peanuts might be weird at first but it worked beautifully together for a fresh summer bite. Vietnamese ice coffee is rich, dark, and perfectly sweet. One of the best I've had in a while. Will be my go to Vietnamese spot in the westside. Highly recommend to those looking for a quality light and fresh meal.

Gogobop is fantastic! Located conveniently next to UCLA's campus- Gogobop is like an elevated,…read moreKorean Cava experience. The ingredients are super fresh and the bowl I got was an enormous portion size. The service was really fast and friendly. Being located in Westwood, the vibe was laid back and it was nice to sit outside. The beef I got was really tender and the kim chi, onions and sprouts all worked really well together. The Gogobop sauce was a savory, spicy mayo.

I have been a loyal GoGoBop customer for many years and have visited this location countless times…read more I have always enjoyed the food and have consistently received friendly service from most of the staff. This is the first time I have ever felt the need to leave a negative review. Unfortunately, there is one tall male employee who has served me on several occasions. Based on my personal experience, every time he has been the one preparing my bowl, the portions have been significantly smaller than those served by other employees--not just the rice, but nearly every item. A bowl that is normally filled close to the top by other staff has consistently been only about one-third full when he prepares it. Each time he has served me, I have left feeling hungry. Today, while waiting in line, I honestly hoped that someone else would be serving me. Unfortunately, he was the employee at the counter. I ordered three portions of rice and one vegetable. From the very beginning of my order, he repeatedly acted as though he could not understand what I was saying, even though I was speaking clearly. The customers standing behind me could clearly understand my order and even tried to explain it to him, but he continued saying that he could not understand. As he prepared my bowl, he again gave me much smaller portions than the standard serving. The three portions of rice together were roughly equivalent to what I would normally expect from a single standard scoop. At that point, I knew I would not have enough food for my meal. Because he repeatedly said he could not understand me, I finally asked if another employee could please help me instead. When I pointed to the food to clarify what I meant, he responded by saying, "Don't raise your hand so high." I found this unnecessarily rude and dismissive. For a moment, I even wondered whether ordering three portions of rice was somehow inappropriate. I am currently following a meal plan designed by my nutritionist, and this is simply the amount of food I am supposed to eat. Afterward, I spoke with the Chef Manager and asked whether ordering three portions of rice was a problem. She clearly told me that it was not my fault at all and that my order was completely reasonable. Because I felt so uncomfortable, I got back in line and purchased another bowl just so I would not have to be served by the same employee again. This time, the Chef Manager assisted me. She immediately understood everything I said, treated me with professionalism and respect, apologized for my experience, and assured me that if I returned in the future, she would make sure I would not have to be served by that employee again. I truly appreciate the Chef Manager's professionalism. However, no customer should have to ask for a different employee simply to receive the correct portions and be treated with basic courtesy. This review is not about receiving extra food. It is about receiving the standard portions that every paying customer should expect and being treated with respect. After many years of supporting GoGoBop, I left feeling embarrassed, disrespected, and deeply disappointed. I sincerely hope management reviews this incident and addresses it appropriately, because one employee should not be able to undermine the positive reputation that the rest of the staff has worked hard to build.

went here for my grad dinner and it was spectacular!! honestly, my FAVORITE spot in LA now! i…read morecalled an hour before bc my reservation didn't go through and i was able to snatch a spot--bless the heart of who said okay to me i was stressing during my commencement ceremony bc of this the food was so yummy. as a southeast asian, the flavors of each dish seemed strikingly similar to our authentic dishes and were all executed so well. there wasn't a single dish that my party of six did not enjoy. the papaya salad, moo yang & thai curry pork katsu in particular were my favorites of the night we took an uber there so unsure about the parking but its surrounding area was very lively on a saturday night. the overall ambience of the restaurant is perfect for any occasion. our server was SO kind and answered all our shenanigans without judgment. we felt so comfortable dining here. overall, im def coming back! you really can't go wrong with piccalilli as everything about them is top-tier. my new favorite gem in la

Came here for happy hour and snacks with a couple of girlfriends on Cinco De Mayo…read more The Laelia Blanco tequila served neat was the drink of choice for us all and it was smooth. For snacks, we shared: Thai Chicken Katsu - it was nicely breaded and not overly fried with a refreshing side salad Crispy Rice Salad - very flavorful with great textures with the crispy rice Cinco Chuchito - it was good Brussel sprouts - really heavy on seasonings I was not prepared for all the heavy flavors and it wasn't bad but it was a lot. The service was nice. We came here because all of the locations we wanted to try were really booked with long waits. I was surprised there was no wait or not many people here on such a busy night. Glad we got to try it and cross of the list. The décor here is also really interesting with an open kitchen and patio. Also, speaking of open kitchen, there's a 3% charge on the food that's call Kitchen Love. Not sure if that's the standard at restaurants in the area or if it's on the menu but that can definitely rack up with a full dinner with friends. As for parking, there's meters if you're lucky to snag a spot or there's plenty of parking structures in the area.

Always been a fan of this spot...good quality food, reasonable prices, and super friendly…read morestaff/owners Happy to support long-time local businesses like this!

2nd time trying this restaurant & did takeout this time. Me and my partner ordered the Mongolian…read moreBeef and Beef Chow Fun. It came with free soda when ordering off their website too! Food was ready within 15 minutes. It was packed and ready when we arrived. We had no issues. The free parking lot is nice and easy. Everything was very delicious and flavorful. We were very full and still had some leftovers. Would highly recommend! Can't wait to come back :)

Was craving Indonesian food so I tried Mr. Sate out with my friends, and was not disappointed! The…read moreinterior is cute, clean, and comfy.I'm pretty sure they have a free parking lot in the back which is super convenient for if you're driving to get here. The prices are very reasonable, especially by LA standards, and the staff are friendly and attentive. Sadly, I have a peanut allergy, so I wasn't able to try the satay, but according to my friends, it was really good! I got the Soto Betawi though, and it was super delicious and flavorful. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back the next time I'm craving Indonesian food. I'd also recommend it to anyone in the area looking to give Indonesian cuisine a try.

Decent Indonesian food on the West side!! Better rendang…read morefrom many fancier restaurants in LA for its price, but not the best rendang around. Some spices can be stronger. Wished there was more sambal that comes with the nasi. Owner was very friendly and service was great!

Nice restaurant in Century City with a great location! We tried the Meizhou Duck (half platter),…read moreBang Bang Chicken, Sichuan Cold Noodles, and Cucumber Salad. Overall, I enjoyed the meal. My favorite dishes were the Bang Bang Chicken and the Cucumber Salad--the chicken was flavorful, and the cucumber salad was crisp and refreshing. I also really liked the sauce on the Sichuan Cold Noodles, though I personally found the noodles a bit firmer than I prefer. The Meizhou Duck was interesting to try, with a mild flavor and fun to assemble. The service was excellent, and the restaurant had a quiet atmosphere. It's a good option if you're shopping at Century City and looking for a sit-down meal.

The Peking duck is still the reason to come, but nearly everything around hasn't kept pace with the…read morecompetition. The space feels worn -- menus tattered, décor dated, the whole interior overdue for a refresh. For a restaurant positioning itself at the higher end of Chinese dining, Meizhou Dongpo is sleeping on the finer details. No complimentary tea service, and rather than offering a pot for the table, they serve individual tea by the mug -- a comically oversized Western mug at that. Chopsticks arrive without spoons, and when you ask for one, you get silverware instead of the porcelain you'd expect at Chinese restaurant. The Peking duck accoutrements came with a little plastic spoon on the tray. Small things, but they add up.The fried rice was a letdown too and looked nothing like the menu photo. Spots like Din Tai Fung and Lunasia Signature are operating at a different level and the gap shows. Meizhou Dongpo has the bones of a great Chinese restaurant. The duck alone proves it. But until they invest in the experience around the food, it's hard to recommend at this price point.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​