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    Rendezvous

    3.3 (55 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Asian Fusion
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    a tray of mexican food including tortilla, salsa, and tortilla chips
    Curtis A.

    RENDEZVOUS WEST - UCLA 10/10 -- Review: oh how i missed you rendezvous. what even is chipotle? UCLA and i are blessed to receive this magnificent creation of a dining restaurant. like how lucky can i be to swipe everyday and every meal at this place in college!!! the way they fill up my steak bowl with such passion and scoop tons of meat and veggies. i love every worker here and how much love they put into this food. i also get tortilla on the side and wrap a bigger burrito myself . thank you UCLA

    Summer menu: fish burrito, chicken plates, and spinach and mushroom quesadilla
    Julia H.

    Rende is one of my favorite places to eat on the hill at UCLA, especially if you want to get something quickly to-go. I absolutely LOVE the Mexican side and usually don't like the Asian side. Asian Side: I usually never get the combos from Rende East since none of the food there is really that appealing or authentic. There are times when I crave chow mein and get it, but I'm always disappointed and usually throw half of it away. But there are a daily specials that I do actually really like: chicken catsu curry, mapo tofu ramen, vegetarian ramen, sushi bowls. Rende also has boba - it's not very good but it definitely fulfills my boba cravings when I need it. I like the milk tea and the Vietnamese iced coffee. Mexican Side: UGH I LOVE THE FOOD HERE! My all time favorite, go-to meal there is the spinach and mushroom quesadilla, omg sooooo delicious. And it all comes with rice and beans!! Also a big fan of their chicken and fish bowls! OH and their nachos are also fantastic! Tip: you can replace the Mexican rice with brown rice and the refried beans with black beans Tip: most meals come with guacamole and sour cream so make sure to mention if you don't want one of them Tip: a lot of times you can replace the rice and beans for chips! Also I love eating here during the summer because it's basically all you can eat for just one swipe! WHAT A BARGAIN. (This is what's pictured and why everything is on a plate instead of to go boxes)

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    Cassie C.

    No shame in my game...I probably use most of my swipes here (and mostly on taco salads and nachos). It's pretty darn good for dorm food, they have specials every single day on both the Mexican side and the Asian side. It's weird but c'mon where else would you have the option of choosing between a beef quesadilla or some bulgogi ramen? Honestly I never stray far from the Mexican side but there's always a line out the door for the Asian side so I'm guessing it can't be bad. They also have chorizo and machaca breakfast burritos and bacon bagel sandwiches in the morning. The only downside to this place is that it's not open over the weekend. Hooray for living about 20 steps from here!

    a patio area with tables and umbrellas
    Nikki I.

    Since I don't live on campus anymore, I don't eat here anymore. But I stopped eating here at some point last year because I got so sick of the food. It's true: UCLA is one of the top rated universities for dorm food, but Rendezvous doesn't attribute much to that ranking. The only thing I could really eat from there was: Chinese side: orange chicken and white rice Mexican side: nachos or taco salad. Even that got disgusting/underwhelming after a while. A lot of their food is inedible because it's poorly cooked or too greasy. I remember feeling sick and getting sick after eating from here. Unfortunate. The only good thing about this place is a) you can take the food back to your dorm (can't do that with dining hall food) and b) the breakfast is pretty good (though the lines are ridic long and slow).

    Xiaoying S.

    Rendezvous is relatively far from campus. I like that they have special dish every day. The tofu dish in picture is pretty bland. The portion size is very large. Not too many seats inside.

    Hongxuyang Y.

    The Chinese dish in this canteen is great!I also love the milk tea. Start to miss everything in UCLA

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    Brittany R.

    Rendezvous is one of my favorite places to eat at in terms of to-go on-campus dining options here at UCLA. In fact, I am writing this review as I wait in line for it to open (opens at 12pm for lunch). It is one of the further dining restaurants in that it is located up a steep hill and two sets of small stairs--I like to tell myself that I am really working for my food!! ;) Anyway, here is my breakdown: -Great options for to-go breakfast because other to-go places serve bagels and pastries but one can pick up breakfast burritos and more (check menu daily)! -One of the four to-go options on campus for there is a wider selection of cuisines like "Latin," and "Asian" cuisines (as their stations are called). -"Rende," as it is called by Bruins, has vegetarian options and daily specials such as: --Monday: Chipotle Chicken Burrito, BBQ Chicken (or Vegan) Quesadilla, Pork Tankatsu, Vegetarian Bento box --Tuesday: 3 taco combination (beef, chicken, al pastor), Potato Enchiladas, Bulgolgi bowl, Korean Vegetable Box --Wednesday: BBQ (or vegetarian) Chicken Quesadilla, Chicken (or vegan) Teriyaki box, --Thursday: Beef pho, California (or vegetarian) Burrito, teriyaki chicken bento box --Friday: Chicken (or potato) Enchildas, Shrimp Sushi bowl, Vegetarian Sushi Bowl --**Also have daily noodle bowls (check menu) -All entrees come with one drink -Dessert is sold after 9 P.M.--churros with hot chocolate or hot vanilla, Green Tea waffle with ice cream, or dessert nachos. -They also have a wide array of beverages with boba such as Horchata, Milk Tea, Thai Tea, Green Tea, and Taro. -There is a "Happy Hour" special from 2pm-4pm in which one can get a FREE 16oz Boba with meal on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays. -There is a large seating area for students and staff to dine, unlike other to-go places. Everything at Rendezvous is average in taste, but it is still tasty! I mean, I definitely do not feel healthy when I eat here, but it is quick (because ain't nobody got time to eat in the dining halls sometimes) and it definitely has that street-food taste (and grease) that I crave from time-to-time. Tis' all!

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    Save yourself the trouble, and do not get the beef special burrito. Could not even eat half of it without wanting to throw up.

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    Rende is one of the best take out spots on campus, especially the West side. The portions are fantastic and always leave you filled.

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    The west side is pretty good. The line can get long but otherwise considering it's college food, it's great

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    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.

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    Grilled Chicken Steak (Black Pepper Sauce/Garlic Sauce/Teriyaki Sauce)
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    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.

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    Hotteok - Korean pancake w/brown sugar filling
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    4.3
    (517 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    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.

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    Green Curry Shrimp Ball - meh. The curry had no flavor.
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    3.5
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    2.1 mi
    $$
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    Every dish we ordered at Meizhou Dongpo was packed with flavor and tasted like true comfort food…read more The fried rice was simple but incredibly well executed, with perfectly seasoned rice. The braised pork in brown sauce was rich, tender, and melted in my mouth. My favorite of the meal was definitely the garlic vermicelli shrimp. The shrimp were fresh and cooked perfectly, while the vermicelli soaked up all of the garlic sauce. It was easily the standout dish and something I would come back specifically to order again. The Kung Pao chicken was tender, and a good balance of savory, sweet, and tang. The restaurant isn't that big but it does have tables suitable for larger groups. This is a decent spot for lunch. The only thing is the dishes are a little more expensive compared to other restaurants. The staff were attentive, efficient, and made sure everything arrived promptly which I appreciated.

    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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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