Very impressed! Go with your servers recommendations. We had the tomato curry- omg so good! The sprouts are good, but the best was the pork with chimichurri- beautiful, delicious, tender: very good. Great service, lovely patio, fair prices. Yum. read more

Piccalilli - Pork :) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Culver City, California

Had a delicious dinner here with great service. We were early enough to make it for happy hour and we tried everything on their happy hour menu: - Brussel sprouts - amazing with crispy rice and delicious tamarind sauce. - pork jowl - surprisingly light and delicious - cucumber salad - refreshing - crispy chicken skin - so crispy - chicken wings - spicy with a spice that lingers but very flavorful too - potato wedges - good but not as unique as the other dishes All of this was more than enough for 2 hungry people. The portions were bigger than I expected. Cocktails were good too. read more

As a vegetarian, I thought this place was just ok (pretty pricey, not sure if it's worth the money) My friend and I ordered: - lychee cocktail- 10/10, pretty yummy - Brussels sprouts - 7/10 - sauce was a bit too tangy - rice cakes - 8/10 - great, but very small portion - tomato curry - 3/10 - this was probably the most disappointing since our server told us this was a popular menu item. The dish was incredibly bland, and honestly ruined what's typically a very flavorful Indian dish. The garlic "naan" that came with it was crunchy, barely had garlic on it, and basically was more decoration than food. The ambiance is nice, but nothing special. I don't think I'd try again. read more

Piccalilli is the new Asian- fusion bar and restaurant that took over the previous Pieology spot at the corner. The decor and feel is cool and modern, with blue lowlights giving a glow to the space. Four of us came for happy hour and were glad to find out that they serve happy hour throughout the restaurant, including the outdoor patio! Love that. We ordered everything on the happy hour menu: Brussel sprouts ($7), Thai banana hush puppies ($7), miso pork jowl ($9) and shrimp and sweet potato ($9). I also tried the Lime in the Coconut cocktail, which consisted of gin, lime, ginger and coconut cream ($9). The food was good overall, with the miso pork jowl and shrimp as the highlights. I will say that the pork had a bit more of a tangy, ponzu flavor instead of miso. But it was very tender. The shrimp was lightly battered in a salt and pepper Chinese style which I really like, with the heads on and everything. The Thai banana hush puppies didn't have much banana flavor and I'm not sure why it was named that way. It was okay. The Brussels spouts were a bit overdressed but I like the corn nuts on top that added a crunch. The cocktail was yummy, with a strong dose of gin and lime and coconut flavors. Hoping this spot does well! read more

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Food is great! If you don't have a spice tolerance though, watch out. Everything's spicy! Great ambiance, good time read more

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We went to this restaurant for Valentine's Day. It was some of the best food I've had in Culver City, but just a tad on the spicy side for my white girl palette. Even so, we'll be back! read more

Service: Our server Paul was helpful with recommendations. He and another staff member were attentive with water refills, which was much appreciated since it was a hot day. Food: We ordered a wide selection: Brussel sprouts, potato wedges, wings, squid, pork jowl, Hamachi crudo, cucumber salad, the bread plate, papaya salad. We loved the flavors, but the dishes all seemed to taste the same after a while (which is why we ordered the bread and crudo; the herb salad served with the wings is brilliant). I think some contrasting flavors to balance the menu (or maybe just our selections) would have made our experience more enjoyable. Ambiance: The outside dining area was lovely and the vibe was chill. Other: There was only one working bathroom and there isn't really a good place for people waiting to stand. You're either in the way of the staff or standing right behind folks who are eating. Awkward. read more

Wow! I was so blown away by this restaurant - I came here on a Thursday night with my friend and although I was excited to try this place out, I never really put too much thought into how good the food would be. Spoiler alert: the food is amazing! Not much parking since they closed down a street for outdoor seating, but I parked in the culver steps lot (right across the street, free first hour and $1 for every thirty mins afterwards) My friend and I ordered the crispy rice salad, chicken wings, and Thai chicken katsu. Crispy rice salad: I saw this on the menu, didn't think much of it because I don't like mushrooms but my friend ordered it and I had some. This was DELICIOUS. The flavors were so good and it was perfectly seasoned. I didn't even notice the mushrooms because of all the other delicious ingredients. I would totally order this again. Chicken Wings: really good but also really spicy, I didn't realize that they'd have a kick to them but honestly totally worth it! Thai Chicken Katsu: huge portion (it was $31 so understandable). I wish it came with a side of rice or some carb but I enjoyed it with the lettuce (dressed in a delicious vinaigrette) on the dish. Super crispy, garlicky, tender chicken katsu. Would forsure order again. I took the leftovers home and threw them in the air fryer the next day, not as good as the first time but still really tasty! It also came with a yummy chili sauce that I wish they gave me more of lol. We also ordered a couple cocktails: the lychee and honey boba one. Super intriguing Asian inspired cocktails, I definitely would like to give another one a try next time! Overall super delicious!! I'm so glad I tried it out because now I know where I'm going to frequent. I've been telling all my friends about this place too lol. Definitely want to try out their brunch! read more

This place is legit good. The food is amazing. The specialty drinks are soso so just get your usual simple drinks. But the food here is superb. My favorite- chicken skin and the pork belly!! Yum. Love the ambiance too. Will be back here for sure. Trust. read more

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I think this was our 3rd time at Piccalilli and I finally decided to leave a review. Piccalilli is conveniently located in Downtown Culver City, just a few steps away from the metro (for those of you who hate LA traffic). Southeast Asian - inspired little gem with trippy whimsical decor - that's how I would describe this restaurant. I love the ambiance, music, and how open and airy it is. The main dining room leads you to the little patio which faces Culver Blvd and Culver Hotel, so it is quite entreating people watching as well. We stopped by for happy hour without reservation on Saturday (yes, you read that right, on Saturday) and had a great time, again. Brussel sprouts, potato wedges, and nam prik wings were great. Keep in mind: they love spice here, don't go with the wings, unless you know you can handle it (probably 7-8 on a scale of 10), so my mouth was on fire. Fortunately, they have house-made coconut sorbet, (tasted exactly the same as the one from street carts in Thailand), which definitely will help to clean your palette. They also have nice drink options for happy hour. Service was laid-back, but professional. If you will find yourself in Culver city, do yourself a favor - stop by Piccalilli, you won't regret it. Thank you, team. read more

Great Thai flavors, so surprising it makes you want to try everything on the menu A bit noisy The service read more

By far, this was one of the worst choices we could have made for a restaurant in Century City, service and drink wise. I'm baffled by how this place has such high reviews given how poorly they treat their customers. The young waitress who served us on 8/16 around 8pm was incredibly rude and inconsiderate, and 2 out of 3 people who brought out our food were equally unpleasant. The drinks were absolutely dreadful. I've never tasted a drink as bad as the "Oaxaca Gentleman" (or whatever it was called). My friend ordered a simple drink, and it was just as awful. As for the food, it was a mixed bag. The wings were good, and the udon was tasty and spicy. However, the cucumber salad seemed like it might make me sick later, and the crispy rice salad nearly broke my tooth. The ambiance can be characterized by the small space, noisy crowd, and dim lighting. Honestly, I'm being generous in giving this place anything over a 2/5. Overall I'll never be returning here. read more

Piccalilli seems like a great spot for a date or a night out with friends. They offer some great cocktails that are perfectly complimented by tapas-style southeast Asian dishes. For the drinks, I got the Lychee Lounger which featured Ford's gin, lychee, St. Germaine and fresh lemon and my friend tried the Lavender Trinidad Sour which was a Rittenhouse Rye with lavender bitters, orgeat and lime. Both drinks were unique with great flavors but we both preferred the Lychee Lounger which offered a really refreshing taste between dishes. The bitters came through rather strong on the Trinidad Sour and offered a much bolder flavor. The Hamachi Crudo came out first. An incredibly light and well-balanced dish. The wasabi oil offered just the slightest bit of bite without overpowering the hamachi. Second, we had the Spicy Crispy Rice Salad. Like the name states, it has a bit of a kick. The crispy rice was such a pleasant texture, but the flavors were quite bold all around. Much stronger than the other two dishes. My favorite dish of the night was the Blackened Octopus. The octopus was cooked perfectly - a slightly crispy exterior with a soft and chewy interior. The daikon and inari side salad complimented the charred octopus brilliantly and I just know I'll be ordering this again if I make it back. The bill for two was $100 before tip, which in my opinion is a bit on the pricier side. While I really enjoyed my meal at Piccalilli, it feels more like a fun dine-in experience than a place I'd be craving to get take-out from. That said, I found pretty much every item on their cocktail and dinner menu intriguing, so I would definitely love to come back and make my way through a few more dishes. read more

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Such great vibe, located at the heart of downtown Culver, cute little spot with amazing happy hour. That was a mouth full for an opening line. In case if that didn't grab your attention, the Chicken Wings (I am sure there is a name for it), but I just referred to it as the chicken wings. It is hot, but not on the front of the tongue. It is a rising slow heat that will get you like 30 seconds after chewing. Do take a bite of the salad like your server instructed, the mint leave (I think that's what it is) will offer an instant cooling effect. The Hamachi is also super yummy. Now please take close notes, that this is a tapas place. Meaning all of their plates are made for 2 bites, so order plenty (especially for the happy hour menu). I would say you can get through the entire menu with a party of 3 or 4. Drinks are the star here. So yummy, so pretty, it is just great. Come hungry, eat lots, drink lots, and enjoy yourself! read more

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Chef Max is a damn genius. Clear your plans and head here tonight. We went out last night and have had a hard time thinking of anything other than the meal since. It was THAT GOOD. Unreal. Mouth-watering and loaded with flavor. We started our meal with some cocktails and the brussels sprouts and knew right away we were in for a treat. There must be wizards in this kitchen. Followed it up with the chef special of the night which was a pork belly bowl. HANDS DOWN OUR FAVORITE DISH OF THE YEAR, maybe ever. Prepare to shed tears of flavor joy. Many "wtf, how is something this good" were shared. We also got the chicken wings - insanely good. Recommend if you like spicy! They're flames. We got a papaya salad per our servers recommendation and glad we did. It helped balance out all the super rich flavored dishes. Topped it all off with the coconut mousse dessert! Phenomenal. Cannot wait to get back here! Go!!! The service is high caliber and the flavors are from another world. read more

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I kind of forgot about this place until I came across it again today, and I'm puzzled to still see so many misleading, positive reviews. My friend took me here to celebrate my birthday back in 2021, and I have to tell you this is by far one of the most disappointing Asian fusion places I've ever dined at. I thought maybe it has improved since, but after seeing the picture of the sad green papaya salad (for $19!!!??) and the very limited menu options, I'm doubtful. I remember everything we ordered here had the same sour dressing, including the crispy rice. It was very weird and the seasoning didn't go well with the food at all. The drinks were just okay and extremely overpriced. If you're looking for decent Asian food, save your damn money and head to the San Gabriel Valley! You'll find delicious food at half the price. read more

Bartender was awesome and so sweet!!! Sadly she only works one day a week! But the vibes were so good and it was so dark and mellow inside. Drinks were yummy and strong. Me and my friend got the thai tea drinks ( one frozen and one on rocks ) and they were so good, the coconut cream on top was amazing. We also got a passionfruit lemonade shot and it was so fruity and refreshing!!! We love our bartender and will be coming back! read more

Piccalilli - Bangtao Tea and Bangtao freeze - Asian Fusion Near Me - Culver City, California

We had a great server, the food came out slow but it was delicious. Loved the octopus, the texture was perfect. Not overcooked. Everything was hella expensive, and it is unfortunate that this place has unique and tasty dishes you can't really find anywhere else. read more

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Fantastic new Asian fusion spot in Culver City with lots of exciting drinks and food to try. The menu is a bit like a build your own prix fixe. You order all the dishes you want at once and they space them out to bring to you in order. The drinks were strong without being overwhelming and not too sweet. The food was really bright, complex and flavorful. They all came with really tasty herby and acidic garnishes and have a decent kick. Just watch out, if you're not great with spice like me, it can start to get pretty spicy by your 3rd dish or so. The crudo and Thai chicken katsu were fantastic but our favorite dish of the whole night was actually the lamb crepe which was only a special and not on the menu. read more

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Service is horrible, the host did not wanted to give us a table of 2 that was empty the entire night. We sat at the bar. Since we arrived this table was empty. However , I have to give props to the food. food is too die for and the bartender is so gorgeous. read more

This is hands down the best food in Culver City, it could totally stand strong anywhere in town. Every member of staff was more than capable, friendly, and well trained. The happy hour menu was great with a lovely Sauvignon blanc and INCREDIBLE Brussel sprouts to get started on. Oh man. The Katsu chicken. The eggplant. The crispy rice. The cocktails. The service... TEN out of TEN. Would recommend to everyone. read more

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Best spot. Enjoyed the ambiance, the vibes decor the wait staff and most of all the food!!!!!!

Great food, vibe, and service. I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the Brussels sprouts. read more

Piccalilli - drinks - Asian Fusion Near Me - Culver City, California

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This used to be one of my fav restaurants in LA. The foods, drinks and the flavors are very good and everything is beautiful cooked. My last visit however changed things. They got rid of my favorite dish on the menu which was the Moo Yang. The server also wasn't the friendliest and made my friends and I feel like we were being a bother. Maybe it was an off night for her, but still. Overall I still recommend coming, even if it is slightly overpriced in my opinion. read more

Our waitress was so bubbly and nice. The tamarind cocktail was delicious. Love the happy hour. The flavors here are so good!! The Brussels sprouts were unreal! Also liked the wings and curry dish. read more

Piccalilli - Wings - Asian Fusion Near Me - Culver City, California

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So disappointing! I live in Culver City and went several times to Piccalilli in the past. It was good and the staff was nice. Well, everything changed. You have to order and pay for your food from your phone. When you go out to have a good time, you do NOT want to spend more time on a phone! How romantic is that? It really is a mood killer! No charm whatsoever. Half of the content from the menu was missing. What we ordered could potentially have been good: Brussels sprouts, hamachi crudo and papaya salad. Every single dish was way overdressed. Great initial ideas but poor execution. Did they change chef? Almost no interaction with the staff. This is NOT what you expect when you go to a restaurant. It felt like ordering food-to-go except that you ate it on premises. We ate outside, thank God since the inside was so loud that I could not stand being there more than 3 minutes. I guess I won't go back unless the whole vibe and quality change. Sad. read more

Just delicious. The wings, brussels, pork towels. The cocktails are good too. Great place to sit outside and watch the farmers market go by. read more

Obsessed with this place. The menu is always evolving. It's true southeast Asian fusion and never fails! Every dish I've had here is amazing. Love the fresh herbs and that they don't shy away from spice. And their cocktails are so creative and yum! We bring any out of towners here! read more

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Lovely patio and solid happy hour everyday from 4:30-6:00! It is so nice to dine outside again, especially when a place has a designated patio, as opposed to eating in a parking lot or, as is fairly common in this area of Culver City, in an area of the street closed off just for dining and walking. That part is very nice, though it made finding the restaurant and parking super challenging, as the gps doesn't know which streets are closed down. All employees were masked and donned shields. Touchless menu, touchless payment options; everything on the up and up for health. Anyhow, we made a reservation, to make sure we could get a spot, and enjoyed the kind greeting and lovely music as we sat outside, enjoying excellent service from Diego. Jim G. and I enjoyed the Nam Prik Wings (a little hard to eat, tbh), the Brussels Sprouts, the Crispy Pig Ears (not my favorite, but I appreciate that they aren't trying to trick you into thinking you're eating something else; they are straight-up pig ears!), and our favorite was the Pork Jowl. We really appreciated the Asian fusion aspect, with a seemingly extra sprinkling of Thai! It took us more than an hour to get here in crazy traffic (still during a pandemic, lol!), so this isn't a place we will frequent. But, this is a great little spot that we would definitely visit again if we lived closer or were in the area. Definitely give them a try during happy hour for some decently-priced flavorful food! read more

Came here to celebrate a birthday and Piccalilli did not disappoint - I would definitely recommend this place for drinks+bites or any meal, whether you're celebrating something or not. Piccalilli is Asian fusion with more of a focus on bold and/or spicy Southeast Asian flavors. I made a reservation in advance to make sure they could accommodate a larger group outdoors, but they have a lot of outdoor seating since Main Street is closed for cars. Our server, Lexi, truly made our dining experience - she was extremely friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond. All of the food was amazing, but top highlights include the Blackened Octopus, Five Spice Pork, and White Chocolate Almond Blondie. The Five Spice Pork was made of super crispy pork belly accompanied with veggies and sauces to wrap in a fresh roti - I would definitely order this again bc I loved the crispness and flavor of the pork and the roti! I would typically not order or recommend bread, but the Indian pickle butter was very good with a unique savory taste (surprisingly not pickley). The Green Papaya Salad was good but extremely spicy and the menu doesn't mention any heat! The coconut rice was just as our server explained - a version of risotto, but not as sweet as you'd expect. Don't forget to save room for dessert! The White Chocolate Almond Blondie was beyond what I'd ever expect from a blondie (I don't typically love them) and I can't wait to try their other desserts next time! read more

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Wish i took photos but my date looked at me crazy when i started to lol. Came here on a Wednesday night around 630. No wait at all and got to choose between patio and inside. 90s r and b playing all night was great. Got the Brussel sprouts which I'll definitely be back for, the scallops and shrimp kofta curry. All were good but those Brussels were great, they also have a great non alcoholic drink called the farmers market smash if you're in the mood for that. Great spot would recommend to anyone read more

WOW. This place is awesome, we were blown away with every single thing we ordered. Every dish was bursting with flavor and carefully thought out to deliver a killer culinary experience. You need to come here!! Hamachi crudo - loved this one so much. The flavors were amazing and on the very bottom they have thin slices of cucumber and pine nut crispies. That + the sauce it comes with ties everything together so well. Pork belly - highly recommend. Super tender and juicy, perfect char, great sauces to accompany the meat. Ate this one with a side of white rice. Green Papaya Salad - refreshing, good spice and texture. Balanced the meal. Garden cocktail - refreshing and packed with greens. Loved this with our selection of dishes. read more

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Our group of 4 ordered the following: brussel sprouts broccolini squid "woked" rice cakes tomato curry chicken katsu The menu consists of plates meant to be shared. They ask you to order everything up front so that they can time the dishes. Our server said we may have over-ordered, but it turned out to be just the right amount of food. We were all full but not stuffed, and there was nothing left to take home. All the dishes were strong. The Brussel sprouts have a spicy kick that's delicious. The only dish I wouldn't order again is the chicken katsu. It was fine, but not as interesting or flavorful as the other dishes. The ambience and service were great. read more

What a pleasant surprise! Loved it. The staff was great as well but the food was simply wonderful. Fun spot to do cocktails and food for sharing. Chicken wings are amazing! read more

Came here for happy hour with a friend. Solid drinks & food! Really cool atmosphere as well. read more

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Not a bad spot. Food was on the up and up and definitely recommend the mushrooms. They have a solid drink menu and make a great first date location. read more

Piccalilli - Asian Fusion Near Me - Culver City, California

this is my favorite spot in culver !! the vibes are immaculate, the service is great everyone who works here is really cool and make you feel cared for without being overbearing, and the FOOOOD HOLY COW. i haven't had a bad dish here seriously. the bread platter is incredible, i love the miso pork jowl that is a must have, the brussels are drenched in this tangy spicy sweet sticky sauce, ugh everything is so good read more

Wife and I dropped in on a Saturday without a reservation. We ordered the papaya salad, the brussels sprouts, the chicken katsu, the rice cakes, and their hot chicken wings, plus a couple of drinks. The papaya salad is what made the meal for us. Close my eyes (abd mentally block out the traffic sounds) and I could imagine i was in Thailand. Brussles were also very good, i gobbled them down fast. Everything else was just ok. Then the bill came... With tax and tip, almost $200 for a dinner for two. That seems a bit ridiculous for what is a nice meal but not fine dining by any stretch. I know inflation and all, but still... Won't be coming back read more

Fun place. Nice bar, nice vibe. The food has no business being this good. Papaya salad, rice, salad, etc. All to die for.

Southeast asian food with lots and lots of spice and herbs. The papaya salad is pretty good except there could be some more papaya instead of the dressings. The pork dishes are all pretty good, more of a bbq style of cooking for the pork. Rice cake is ok. Decent food but more on the spicy and salty side. Overall the service is solid with no issues during dining. And the restaurant locates in a the prime spot of Culver City with a bar like ambiance and environment inside, looks to have good drinks. read more

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