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    Pollo A La Brasa

    4.1 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Ac M.

    People say this place has some of the best chicken. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. I'm a chicken fiend and got their quarter chicken combo with salad and beans to try. The salad was interesting cuz it had beets and a strawberry but was pretty fresh and crunchy. The beans were well seasoned, flavorful, savory, startchy, and spiced but were a bit on the firm end for me. I like my beans thick and creamy. Was kinda surprised they gave me all white meat but didn't mind cuz I do prefer it. The chicken was nice and savory, umami, flavorful, and seasoned. Cuz it was white meat it was a bit dry tho. It also came with a tomatoey salsa and cilantroy a bit spicy green sauce that helped to add a brightness and freshness to the chicken. Everything here is super flavorful and well seasoned but like I can also get a full Costco rotisserie chicken for just $5- so overall this place eh. Paid $13.25 Price $12.08

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    Rickey K.

    Stopped in and I devoured their half chicken with rice and salad. Super healthy salad with beets! The chicken was roasted perfectly, so juicy and the skin was nicely crisp and proper! Customers were nonstop brimming! Their house green sauce is proper spicy too! Excellent spot!

    Half Chicken with side salad which included beets  Horchata  That Green Sauce was delicious
    Jeff G.

    This was my first time here from Las Vegas and let me tell you the food here was amazing. 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.

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    Erik G.

    What I Ordered: -1/2 Chicken with Rice & Beans $19.31 -1/4 Chicken with Fries & Salad $12.08 Pollo A La Brasa is known as the go-to spot for Peruvian rotisserie chicken in LA, and for good reason. The chicken was flavorful and moist, with excellent dark and white meat, and the portion size was very good. I wasn't sure what to order as a side, but the recommendation was fries and salad. I switched to rice and beans, and I'm so glad I did! The sides were both pretty good. I especially loved that the beans came in a separate container and had bits of meat inside. The rice was also nice, with a medley of corn, carrots, and peas. The biggest surprise was the salad. I'd heard people on Yelp recommend it, but it's not common to find a salad at a chicken joint, especially one with avocado, beets, and a slice of fresh, crisp apple. The tomatoes were very juicy, and I'd pay for this salad on its own. The orange dressing is the icing on the cake; it's so good! I appreciate that they provide a bottle of aji sauce when dining in. I also asked for extra orange and green sauces to go with my leftover chicken, and they were happy to accommodate. Don't order the fries! They lacked salt and seasoning and tasted like they were drenched in oil. I'm thankful I didn't order them a la carte because I threw most of them away. I had heard complaints about the staff being rude, but I didn't get that vibe at all. They were friendly and attentive. They're busy, so don't expect a long conversation, but they were respectful and polite. They offer complimentary cucumber water, which was another surprise. That's something you'd normally find at a spa, not a rotisserie chicken joint. While the location isn't ideal due to limited parking and a busy intersection, I haven't let that affect my opinion of the food. My suggestion is to order your chicken with rice and salad, and then get a small order of beans on the side. The beans are the cheapest, while the rice and salad are more expensive to order separately. I highly recommend this spot for rotisserie chicken - you won't be disappointed! Overall, considering everything, I think this is the best Pollo A La Brasa in LA. My experience at Pollo A La Brasa exceeded my expectations!

    Best rotisserie chicken in LA
    Gregg B.

    Best wood fire smoked rotisserie chicken I ever had I don't know what they do but the seasoning on the skin, the deep smoked flavors and the juiciness of the meat is just incredible Then you add their spicy green Aji sauce- it's just - WOW! The black beans are good as well as their rice. The salad is ok. But the star is the chicken

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    Raymond M.

    If this is rotisserie chicken, then what have I been eating this whole time? LOL this chicken is smoky, juicy, fall apart tender, seasoned to perfection. I got the half chicken with rice and beans. Even the beans super good. The place is small though, 6 tables maybe? And park on the street better unless you want a headache getting out.

    Anhvy T.

    Saw this place was on the Michelin guide and I love chicken so I been wanting to check out! Place is a little run down but the food quality is there. My order took around 25 minutes and we parked on the street since their is lot is limited. I ordered a whole chicken with fries and split that with my friend and we devoured it. The chicken had so much flavor and super juicy!

    Steak is tender and tasty
    Tim L.

    Delicious! Ordered 1/4 chicken and steak with a combination of rice, beans, and salads as sides. The meats are extra tender and flavored just right. Will definitely come back again if in the area. Recommend!

    These are my mushy plantains I paid extra for .
    Rosa C.

    The rice was mushy and the fries were mushy and flavorless. Waited 40 minutes for the food and the customer service inside is horrible

    Sad looking plate. Just toss everything. Burnt and dry.
    Harry P.

    Instagram just hype the video. It's really not that good. ‍‍ the plate looks so sad. I will not be coming back. Not worth the $22 for half plate. Save yourself from time and $$. Service was mediocre. Ambiance needs general cleaning.

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    Mario's Peruvian & Seafood - Lomo Saltado

    Mario's Peruvian & Seafood

    4.0(2.8k reviews)
    2.0 miHancock Park
    $$

    This is the spot for authentic and great tasting Peruvian food in Hancock Park. Parking can be a…read morebit tricky and expect a line even during the week. It's better to come right around when they open to escape the lines. Doesn't matter when you come, people will come in drones to eat this delicious food. They do a tasty Lomo Saltado ($22.75) and the portion size is MASSIVE, it could easily be shared among two people. I ate the whole thing and immediately entered a food coma and my belly was smiling..I swear. They bring a complimentary hot dinner roll with butter before they bring you your dish. The green aji verde is spot on, it's spicy, but not overly spicy and it has great flavor. Prepare to cover your food with this delicious sauce. I will definitely be back for Lomo Saltado and to try other dishes. FYI, There's a 3.5% charge for using a credit card, so pay cash and a save a bit.

    To start: Our server wasn't rude. Just absent. She did the…read moreminimum by taking our order and bringing our food- but never came by to check if we needed anything. And I mean she didn't come back at all. She was servicing everyone else around us, but us. Someone else noticed us looking around and ended up bringing the go box and our ticket. We paid $86 plus tip she didn't deserve for lomo saltado, pescado frito and shrimp cerviche. $100 for 2 people and couldn't even get a refill. I'm good with paying that price if the service reflected that. In conclusion food is good- but not good enough to pay the high prices and bad service.

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    Rosty

    4.4(706 reviews)
    7.4 miHighland Park
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    If you're on the fence about eating here...eat here! I was worried the portion sizes wouldn't be…read morebig enough, especially the ceviche. But there was so much to eat and it was all so flavorful. The ceviche classico is some of the best I've had in years. Lots of fish, tangy, incredible with the Peruvian corn and sweet potato fixins. Sandwich de lomito was chonky and saucy and hit the spot. Aguadito de pollo really tasted like a savory delicacy, tender chicken and a good deal at under $7 for a decent-sized cup. Overall, it's pricy but the dishes are delicious and thoughtfully made. Excited to eat some leftovers today.

    I used to come here nearly weekly when I was working in the area years ago. It was a favorite…read morelunchtime mainstay in rotation. When I found myself here again, I revisited. The Peruvian food is still as good now as it was then. I ordered the Aquadito de Pollo which is a chicken soup with a distinct herbal flavor. There is plenty of tender chicken in the soup. It was a good start to my main which was Saltado de Pollo, my favorite. The dish was nicely prepared with a good ratio mix of chicken, onions, tomatoes, and French fries. It was not too salty at all. Rosty seems to make an exemplary Saltado de Pollo. The Chicha Morada was refreshing with the meal. I would return to Rosty if I am in the area again. Dining areas are comfortable with staff being friendly and efficient. The neighborhood looked gentrified with many other businesses in close proximity to explore. Street parking is usually available on the side streets if none is found in front of the restaurant.

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    Tiled wall decor

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    The Hummingbird

    4.4(211 reviews)
    3.3 miEcho Park

    High-level review: * 5-Stars, ALL AROUND. World-Famous Chef…read more Super fun experience. Outstanding food, super fresh. * Perfect for dates or groups, and also has a bar seating area if sitting at a table isn't your vibe when rolling solo (me, most of the time). * Awesome place that's non-pretentious but elevated at the same time. * Staff are welcoming and super positive, friendly, welcoming, professional. * Couldn't recommend it more!! A must-go restaurant. Read on for deep dive stuff or if you love a good novel... Vibe - is casual, but in a sexy and a solid-date-spot way. The atmosphere is fun and colorful in unexpected ways, and every team member we interacted with was really, really nice and seemed genuinely dedicated and excited to be there. Food & Founder - The chef/founder is **world-famous** and the taste, quality, and depth/breadth of the menu reflects this. Don't even get me started on the flavors. I heard that he named it "the hummingbird" because when he was growing up in Peru, he would be like a hummingbird, going from experience to experience, picking up knowledge and expertise. I love that. New to Peru - A couple members of our group had never had Peruvian food (including myself!) but we were guided in what to order and all were INCREDIBLE. We were like, jumping in head-first, trying dishes that rewarded us with outstanding flavors and SUPER fresh ingredients. Peruvian Pros & Overall - I've seen a lot of reviews and social media from dedicated Peruvian food enthusiasts, experts etc. who all highly recommend The Hummingbird. So we know they love it/approve. And from a newbie to Peruvian food perspective, I too would recommend 100%. Just so impressed and excited that I can't wait to go back. If you made it this far, good for you! And in summary, The Hummingbird is a total gem.

    The word of the day is FUNKY…read more 1. Food. It's at best a 4 star. My favorites were the grilled salmon and lomo saltado although both portions fit into the palm of my hand (Well, everything we ordered did so beware - who needs Ozempic when you can go here for dinner?). Ordered a few ceviches (king salmon, yellowtail, scallop) and was not impressed. It was fresh but exceptionally fresh. Flavors were okay, I expected to be more impressed by the fusion but it just felt performative. The quality of the fish does not match the prices they charge. The teas were great but they were also $14 each for like a grande cup portion from Starbucks. Also everything is non alcoholic except some random THC drink and like a beer? Funky. 2. Service. FUNKY AF. I made a reservation for a birthday for a party of 7 (you have to DM them on IG for parties 7+ btw) earlier in the day. They DMd me back saying no problem and changed my reservation to a party of 7 (it was previously at 6, the max). My party gets there at the reserved time. Upon entering, there was no greeting, no welcome. I felt like I entered some secret society where everyone's in on a secret except you. The server (tall male) eventually comes up to us and the first thing he says is that our reservation was changed to 5pm without notice and seemed to be blaming us for the mix up. The Opentable app doesn't even allow me to edit my reservation since edits for parties 6+ are not allowed. It must have been a worker here messing with the reservations and we got caught in the crossfire and they ended up blaming us. The cherry on top was that they never did anything for the birthday person nor even acknowledged his birthday. DO NOT come here for a celebration because your vibes will 100% be killed by the end of the night. The servers here give "I put an ad out on Craigslist and hired whoever showed up". Not sure any of them know what they're doing. We were seated for 15 min with no water. I had to flag them down since they were busy chatting and hanging out. The server with short blonde hair in a ponytail passive aggressively brings us water and then zero cups. Who brings jugs of water with no cups? Then we had to chase them down again to get cups. "Chase" them down since the restaurant is the size of a garage so clearly it was intentional they were not checking in. Everyone had sour attitudes the whole night as if they are not willingly employed here. 3. Ambiance. FUNKY!!! Do NOT be fooled by the videos guys. This place is like a run down, local dive bar trying to serve Michelin food. You can just FEEL the inauthenticity and performativeness of the place. This place is musty. It's on the corner with trash everywhere and a bus stop outside, and no parking so there's your first red flag. There's no central AC so prepare to suffer. They play loud and constantly genre-changing music that makes no sense. I tried to DM them on IG to get them to explain the reservation mix up and avoid writing this review and I'm currently on delivered for 12 hours - although they're quick to respond to a reservation request! I wish I could rewind time and tell my past self to avoid this place at all costs. HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND and will never be returning. Holbox in DTLA puts this place to shame. Please go there instead of you're looking for fresh ceviche. The prices they charge actually match the quality of food and service. There are way too many better restaurants in LA for a place like this to continue to be in business. Good luck!

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    View of the restaurant from the corner

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    Strawberry sorbet, arare crispy rice

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    DAMA

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    3.5 miDowntown
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    What a surprise! My friend and I visited for restaurant week…read moreand I'd give it a 9/10! The drive there was a bit iffy due to location but surprisingly the street that the restaurant is on was clean and felt pretty safe! I chose to park on the street but I'd advise to valet ($15) for safety purposes. We walked into a concrete built up newish area that had a brewery and another Michelin rated restaurant across the courtyard. The entire area was inviting! The restaurant felt like we took a dinner vacation to Cabo which was recipe for a relaxing evening! We ordered from the restaurant week menu which for us consisted of Ceviche, Guac w/delicious fresh tortilla fresh chips, whipped beans, snapper, bbq chicken, empanadas and basque cheesecake. All were great!.. we just wanted a larger portion of everything! I'd recommend and will definitely go again! I love restaurant week!

    I made reservation few weeks in advance for Saturday 5:30pm dinner to try out Chef Antonia Lofaso's…read morerestaurant. Upon arriving at the restaurant block, I was so surprised to see it was in a spooky area. I was literally terrified to leave my car parked on the street. They had valet parking for $15 also. The restaurant itself looked super nice, beautiful interior and a huge bar in the middle. Some tables were in outdoor patio area too. The menu had bunch of small and large plates, alongside lots alcoholic and N/A drinks. I ordered the Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail that almost tested like a smoothie. The fried calamari, corn, empanadas, short rib tostada and chicken taco, all were good dishes but none of them were mind blowing. Prices were mostly fair. The service was really good. Our server did a wonderful job. All the dishes came out in short intervals. Overall a good location to have relaxing dining experience with friends and family.

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    DAMA - Lovely interior and decor -- summer getaway

    Lovely interior and decor -- summer getaway

    DAMA - Whole Organic Rotisserie Chicken Dinner (serves 3-4)

    Whole Organic Rotisserie Chicken Dinner (serves 3-4)

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