A very popular brunch spot in Los Angeles is Republique. I have been here a few times and have to say they are always busy with tourists, workers, and overall just wanting some good food. read more

My new favorite brunch spot in LA! Here, you order first and then find a seat. There were so many delicious brunch and pastry options! I got here around 9:30 AM on Sunday and there was no wait, but on my way out around 10:30 there was a huge line forming so make sure to go early! The interior is so beautiful and I love how there is a rustic aesthetic. I got the Mediterranean Breakfast and the Breakfast Sandwich and both left me so impressed. The Mediterranean breakfast came with a sesame baguette that paired perfectly with the poached eggs and the dill aleppo pepper butter was something out of the world. Everything in this dish combined to create such amazing flavors in my mouth. The Breakfast Sandwich was also so delicious, with a perfect Brioche bun and every bite was juicy and flavorful. I am definitely coming back to try their other items because this place really blew me away. I understand why there's a long line now. read more

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Loved the food and ambiance. Found quick street parking on Memorial day weekend at 9am. Iced almond milk latte with light honey was excellent. read more

Republique - Mediterranean eggs and Croque Madame - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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A little disappointing for a place with a Michelin star, especially since the restaurant itself is gorgeous. The line was long, but it moved pretty quickly. The guy serving the pastries was very nice, but unfortunately the servers at the tables were not very helpful. I ordered a latte that was way too strong for my taste. I asked for more milk, but one server completely ignored me, and I only got help after asking again. My friend's food also arrived about 40 minutes after the rest of ours. When we asked about it, one server ignored us again, but thankfully another staff member stepped in and finally brought the plate out. I had the regular breakfast. The potatoes and bread were easily the highlight -- both 10/10. I wasn't a fan of how the bacon was served, and the eggs were just okay. The pastries were decent, but nothing particularly memorable. The standout item was definitely the tres leches cake -- perfectly sweet and probably the best thing we tried. read more

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While visiting Los Angeles, I had heard about this popular restaurant located in the mid-Wilshire area serving a variety of French inspired dishes and garnering high praises from visitors. I ordered the escargot, dover sole, salmon, prawns, fries and risotto. Although, some dishes were good the majority were disappointing and totally missed the mark. The Salmon was lukewarm and was sent back. The Prawns were without question the biggest disappointment. By far these were the smallest prawns I've ever had anywhere and for the price one would've truly expected more. Overall, the meal was good but not great. The service was poor and lacked structure, creating a chaotic and rushed atmosphere. Throughout my entire dining experience and other than the times of me personally calling over my server, he was inattentive, lacked personality and never made me feel welcomed. Although, it appeared the staff worked as a team it never seemed cohesive and what one might expect from an establishment of this caliber. The restaurant was crowded but I did see several staffers seemingly with little to do, which is why the lack of table service surprised me. Kudos, to the manager who did walk over and apologized for the salmon and provided me with a $50.00 gift card towards a future visit. This was very thoughtful and appreciated. read more

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One of the best brunches I ever had in LA! It's a wait until you get seated but the line moves pretty fast. We went around 12:30 and got a place to sit at 1:15 The restaurant closes at 2 pm for their brunch menu We ordered two omelettes one blue berry pan cake and one Turkish eggs. Everything was delicious right from coffee to croissant! Make sure you have time in hand before you go to this place :) absolutely amazing!! read more

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Food is very decent, I would give a 4.5, I like their baked goods more. Their egg Benedict is ok, not bad for sure. Thick cut bacon is salty, and toast is very fresh. Ambiance is where it shines, very cool looking interior. Service is fine, they get what you ask for. Just beware parking is very hard, and wait time is long so plan ahead. Definitely a go to spot if you visit LA. read more

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A good friend and I went out for a celebratory dinner at Republique on Tuesday. Food was amazing, ambiance was great and service was very good! Great vibe all around so let's get into it. Ambiance: From what I understand the building dates back to 1928 and was commissioned by Charlie Chaplin as an office space. ...some office! It's kind of a mixture of french gothic meets Spanish colonial with high ceilings, dramatic archways, and really makes for an interesting restaurant atmosphere. One can tell that this was built during the Los Angeles boom where real money was spent on the electrical and romantic structures. I kind of felt like I was in a monastery or private Hacienda - very unique and very Los Angeles. Food: overall 5 stars. We decided to cleanse our pallet with a glass of Rene Geoffroy 1er cru, Expression champagne: 5 stars Velvety, fine bubbles. Very good depth to this wine - starts out a little crisp and mineral on the tongue, then turns into a brioche and kind of a dry chalky finish on the palate. My first time trying this champagne and I found it to be delicious and sophisticated; perfect accoutrement to our oysters. We were given an amuse bouche (see photo) and it was the most perfect bite. I don't even know how to begin to describe it so I'll just refrain. East and West Coast Oysters: 5 stars Fishers island and kumamoto with barrel-aged mignonette. Delicious and perfectly shucked. The kumamoto were a little creamy, but not too much and the fisher islands were perfectly briny, good firmness to them. The mignonette had a bit of cracked peppercorns in it and that was quite interesting in a great way. My friend and I decided that we could both make a meal out of these oysters alone. Baguette: 5 stars wow. The best baguette this side of the Atlantic ocean. Served with Rodolphe Le Meunier butter, this was a real treat. This baguette and butter will set you back $15 but it is worth every cent. I highly encourage everyone to order this and the waiters and other patrons will tell you the same. I'm so glad we did this. Japanese Hamachi Crudo: 5 stars Tender Hamachi served with a strawberry Thai basil nuoc cham... very unique and delicious dish. I would order again. I'm typically not the kind of person to mix sweet berries with savory food, but this was the perfect balance of texture flavors, sweet and heat. Caramelized Walla Walla Sweet onion tart: 5 stars This is a very interesting tart served with chunks of Applewood, smoked bacon and aged Gruyere. This eats more like a very thin crust pizza wonderful texture, crispy thin crust with sweet onion, jam, melted Greer cheese, and crispy yet chewy chunks of applewood smoked bacon. Great flavors great texture (see photo). Frederic Esmonin 2023 Pinot Noir: 5 stars I remember notes of black cherry red currants, more of an earthy and heavier wine compared to the lighter pinot noirs I've had before. Napa Valley Lamb Rack: 4 stars (5 star lamb, 3 star polenta). Mixed feelings about this one. Lamb was cooked perfectly. Great on-the-bone flavor and I could have licked the lamb jus off my plate. The dish also had roasted baby artichokes which were good, but the issue we had was the polenta. I've had polenta before, and I don't remember it being so sweet. The polenta does come with mushroom and merguez sausage to help bring some depth and savoriness to the dish but it needed more help. We did not finish this side, and we were disappointed but it's not the end of the world. Opera Cake: 5 stars There are times where I wish I can make something so delicious that people will talk about it for days after they eat it. The opera cake is a solid 5 stars I dessert choice. My friend and I are not big chocolate people, but our waiter highly encouraged us to give this a try, and since we were having a celebratory dinner, we decided that a cake was in order. The texture on this cake was amazing. Smooth ganache with light sponge cake, crispy layer of roasted hazelnut. Just the right amount of richness and decadence. I'm glad we went out of our comfort zone and ordered the opera cake. I highly recommend this dessert. Service: 5 stars. Jared was a waiter and he was attentive, possessed a good knowledge of the menu items and was able to offer helpful insight on the menu items. There is a whole team working to buss dishes, replace silverware and ensure water glasses are always topped off. I should also mention a man by the name of (I think) Quang; appeared to be either manager or a type of lead staff member. Very attentive and has a very keen eye to detail. I thank him for bringing me my second glass of wine when my first ran empty, and ensuring that my friend and I had everything we needed throughout the night. I look forward to coming back to Republique. read more

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Umm... can I live here?? We stopped by for brunch and left completely impressed. First things first ,the ambiance is stellar: airy, bright, and absolutely beautiful. I was smitten at first glance. And then came the bakery display, which honestly took my breath away. Once I managed to tear myself away from the space itself, I was blown away by the variety and the intricate detailing--things I'd only ever seen on shows like The Great British Bake Off. We ordered brunch along with a few pastries and beverages, and since it was Thanksgiving weekend, we also took home a pecan pie. It turned out to be a huge hit with our friends and was gone in a single sitting. Pricing is definitely on the higher side, but the quality and overall experience make it worthwhile. Highly recommended. read more

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Came here around 11 am on a Saturday and there was a line. We waited about 15-20 minutes to get to the cashier to order. You order first and then find a table to sit at. We ordered the Filipino adobo fried rice, potato pancake, mango calamansi pie, a creme brulee pastry and another blueberry croissant pastry. Everything was delicious! Our favorite was the potato pancake, which came with pieces of salmon lox and eggs on top. The potato pancake was crispy and had a pancake texture and it was so interesting. The flavors all blended well together. Would highly recommend ordering! The Filipino adobo fried rice was also delicious and very flavorful. It had a kick to it even without adding the sriracha! Out of all the pastries, our favorite was the mango calamansi pie. They had just brought out a new whole pie as we were ordering so we had to order a slice. It wasn't too sweet and the cream wasn't too heavy either. Would definitely order again! The other pastries were also not too sweet and were tasty. Service was excellent! We received our food fairly quickly considering how packed it was. The restaurant has a lot of seating but République is pretty popular so it gets packed. There is street meter parking out in front. Would recommend! read more

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Hey, let me get this out of the way: Valet parking- $14, employees personnel fee: 4% onto your bill. The tip starts at 20-% at the register unless you change it. I felt like I was handing out money for everything other than the food... Wifey had Quiche and a Rosè. She didn't like it, but ate it anyway. I had the Burger, which came with crispy fries that were really tasty!the Burger was cooked well and was amazingly good. The service was great and the environment was very busy and the movement was fast. Would I return? Sure, but just make sure you have at least $100. ‍ read more

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A very popular brunch spot in Los Angeles is Republique. I have been here a few times and have to say they are always busy with tourists, workers, and overall just wanting some good food. You have to order first and then get a number to put down on your table. The avocado toast is delicious!!! If you love avocados this one is gigantic and I literally couldn't finish it. For dessert, we also ordered a cheesecake and had a taste of this creamy delicious cheesecake. It is one of the best! They have long tables or small chairs and tables as well. So you can come with a large group or even a small one just enjoy the inside of this spot. It is quite pretty. read more

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We had a very lovely evening. The restaurant is stunning. The Hostess was very kind, warm greeting and enjoyable to chat with while we waited for our table. Our waiter was excellent. The drinks were good. Our favorite thing was the baguette, which was incredible. And the taster of potato leek soup that came out with it. That pairing alone we could've eaten for dinner. It was followed by the beef fat fries and the half roast chicken. The mains were very good, but again could have had that baguette and soup for dinner! The one Complaint I have as is the prices are pretty high and when you balance the experience with the cost, I'd probably give it four stars. $72 for a quality 1/2 roast chicken. When the cost goes up that much, your expectation goes up with it. read more

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Long overdue, but this spot absolutely deserves a shoutout. We came here for Valentine's Day and ended up having one of those meals you keep talking about long after, it was that good. Every one of the six courses hit, and we couldn't resist ordering a few rounds of cocktails to keep the celebration going. Standouts for me were the kanpachi crudo and the cauliflower agnolotti (Maine lobster with winter black truffle), both beautifully plated and packed with flavor. You can tell a lot of thought went into each dish. Service was polished and accommodating, and the ambiance was beautiful, perfect for a special night out. The pacing felt a bit quick at times; a little more breathing room between courses (and cocktails) would've made the experience even better. Definitely book ahead, this place is always buzzing and has definitely earned its spot as one of LA's go-to dining destination. read more

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Love visiting here for brunch when I'm in the area. They have such a cute interior it literally feels like you've been transported to a different country. It's all self seating so you can choose where you want to dine. I love all their pastries here they are made fresh. My favorite this time was the black sesame mochi cake which had just the right amount of sweetness 10/10. The eggs Benedict was good but nothing too amazing 7/10 The mushroom rice bowl was so good as well!! 9/10 super savory and came with two amazing eggs. I swear their quality of the eggs that they use here is out of this world. And it doesn't even have any meat -- perfect vegetarian option Tables are cleared quickly and food comes out relatively fast as well. read more

Republique - Ube cream & black sesame mochi cake - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

With the Wilshire/La Brea subway station now open and so very close, my daughter's father-in-law and I had a chance to stop by around 10:30 on the Tuesday after Memorial Day. As explained in other reviews, the lines here for the first-come/first-serve Cafe & Bakery are long and stretched out the door. However, the Express Window on the outside was unoccupied (customer or server), so waited in front of the closed window, and soon a harried but no-nonsense employee soon came to ask what I wanted. It was later in the morning, so my first choice of a croissant was sold out. But they still had a chocolate croissant which I got ($7.50). It's beautiful with the outside buttered layers of the croissant being crispy and the inside being flakey. The transaction was quick. Saw no reason to stay much longer, so found an empty table outside, tried not to make too much of a mess while eating the decadent croissant, and we were on our way. read more

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Good food but with a casual atmosphere. The space was a little tight and saw a few families with strollers struggling a bit. The line was out the door when I arrived but it went by fairly quickly, and staff were pretty efficient with clearing tables and what not. You order and pay with the cashier then hope you can snag a table! We were able to get one fairly quickly though :) They have solid coffees and pastries so I can see myself going back for that vs a full meal. The breakfast was delicious and all the toasts they brought out looked so appetizing. Food!! I shared the Pork Adobo Fried Rice which was delicious and the pork was so tender, and the blueberry pancake. If you're a pancake fan, get this! Its big, light, and fluffy. Im not much of a pancake person so I think I would've preferred the waffle or a toast bc they come with more toppings. All the pastries we tried were delicious! Uber Brioche Blueberry Pop Tart Banana Dulce de Leche Salted Caramel brioche ( SO GOOD) read more

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Alright so Republique had been on my Los Angeles dining bucket list for quite some time and I'm pleased to report I finally made it there this past Friday evening for dinner. It was my first visit and I'd say that overall, it met expectations. We had reservations right when dinner service began at 5:30pm which was great for me as I don't stay out too late, hehe. Despite that being the only reservation available, the restaurant did not actually fill up too quickly. Either way, arriving early allowed us to settle in nonetheless. Parking is pretty much valet only ($17) which I suppose is typical for this part of LA. So anyway, if you've never been to Republique before, the atmosphere alone is worth a visit. The dining room feels almost Harry Potter-esque/cathedral-like with its soaring glass ceiling and tall brick walls. It feels pretty special and unique. On this particular Friday evening, our strategy was simple: order a lot and share everything. The wait staff/menu encourages this approach and we were told that 5-7 dishes is a good number, which is about what we ordered. A few standouts from the meal included the Kumamoto oysters which were fantastic. They were incredibly fresh and I loved the mignonette sauce. The bread with pan drippings was deceptively delicious and quite unforgettable. I could have happily kept dipping bread into the savory goodness of the pan drippings all night. Even the butter was delicious! The agnolotti pasta was another highlight. Perfectly cooked without feeling heavy. For mains, I really enjoyed the striploin steak which was cooked beautifully and full of flavor. We also ordered the lamb rack which was just as impressive and plated beautifully if I do say so myself! The hamachi crudo was probably the only dish that I didn't love which is too bad because it was one I really wanted to try. It wasn't bad by any means but just a bit unexpected in flavor and not my personal favorite of the evening. Service was solid overall. Our server (Jared, according to the receipt) kept things moving smoothly, though he didn't introduce himself by name and the interactions felt a little odd, especially considering the restaurant of this caliber. And, one thing I didn't notice until reviewing the receipt later was the 4% service charge added for employee health and medical benefits. I completely support restaurants taking care of their staff, but I do wish this had been mentioned more clearly during the dining experience. It's noted on the receipt, but I'm not sure it was noted on the menu. A meal here is definitely a splurge but sometimes you just have to treat yo'self. The food, the atmosphere, and the overall experience were five stars. Next time, I'd love to return for breakfast or brunch. For now, Republique delivered a memorable first visit and I'm already looking forward to next time! read more

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this spot has been on my list of places to try for a while and i finally had to chance to try it! the line seemed pretty long but it went by really quickly, i think we waited around 15-20 minutes. you order first and then it's open seating. i ordered the: potato pancake kimchi fried rice caramel banana pudding bread with vanilla cream short rib burrito my favorite was the potato pancake, i loved how crispy the pancake part was and it paired so well with all the toppings, very creative and unique dish. i also really liked the banana pudding bread, it was crispy and soft and had a really great banana flavor which went well with the vanilla cream on top. the burrito and kimchi fried rice were just okay, the meat was rlly tender for the fried rice but the dish itself doesn't rlly taste like kimchi fried rice. overall loved the vibes and ambiance of the interior and i would come back for the potato pancake and to try other desserts read more

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Republique Review THE FOOD: Republique absolutely delivers where it matters most--the food. The standout was the kimchi pastry, which was both inventive and genuinely delicious, not just creative for the sake of it. The quiche was authentic & divine. The viral potato pancake absolutely lived up to the hype, satisfying, and worth ordering. The kimchi fried rice was solid but didn't quite hit the same level as the others; it could definitely benefit from more meat to round it out. On the other hand, my husband couldn't stop talking about the croque madame, which was clearly a hit. THE SERVICE: This is a pay-and-seat-yourself setup, so don't expect traditional table service. That said, the system runs smoothly and efficiently. It's more casual and self-directed, but it fits the overall experience and keeps things moving without feeling chaotic. THE VIBE: Republique has a lively, bustling energy that makes it feel like a true destination spot. It's busy, a bit loud, and very much part of the charm. The atmosphere leans more toward upscale casual than fine dining, perfect for a relaxed but still elevated meal. read more

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We came here for my birthday and we loved it! This is a great restaurant with phenomenal service, and the interior of the restaurant is nicely designed! It gives it a real classy LA vibe. Food was amazing! We had the braised shortrib, lobster pasta, pork belly and caviar, and I forget the other dish.. Also had Berry tres leches for dessert! Highly recommended! Street parking! read more

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It's not for no reason Republique was awarded with Michelin and prolly also first name LA peeps would call out when being asked top brunch place in town. I completely got the line in front almost always looked discouraging but this did worth the wait. Their brunch menu, their pastries and cakes line up, their gorgeous dining space; name it and they simply ticked all boxes. No single dish tried so far wasn't impressive. We're back to host our friend who's LA first timer last week and arrived there around an hour before lunch, when the line wasn't bad and moved speedily! Got their crowd's fave Maine Lobster omelette which might sound simple yet also simply outstanding with generous chunks of fresh lobster with lusciously creamy sauce. Having been a fan of their pastries since my week 1 moving into LA, I never skipped trying different ones when coming here. This time it's the seasonal Ube Coconut Almond Croissant, which I certainly fell for and still thought about. Pretty bold ube and coconut taste, but still let the almond being the star! read more

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Valley parking is available but no dedicated parking lot. Usually a meter spot will open up frequently. Went in for lunch and was unsure the set up, the staff was friendly enough to explain that you ordered the counter and self seat. Got a vanilla latte and a dry aged burger. Both were great though I will admit that the latte was better than the burger and fries. It can get a little loud when the restaurant is nearing full capacity, though that is to be expected. Nice fully stocked bar with great premium liquor. We're a couple other things on the menu. I wanted to try but may have to come back for another time. The pastries do look amazing. They didn't have enough room for one. read more

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Visited this place on a recent Sunday morning. Parked in the lot adjacent to the establishment before the valet dudes even showed up. Got to the entrance about 25 minutes before opening hoping to avoid being in a long line, which I heard is pretty common here. Was pleased to see no one else waiting in line. By the time the place opened, there were only about a dozen or so people in line. Kind of regret showing up so early, but absolutely do not regret coming here. The selection of bakery goods here is pretty impressive. I could have ordered like two dozen things since everything looked so delectable, but I exercised restraint. Can't afford to gain too many more pounds. I ended up getting the cinnamon roll, traditional croissant, chocolate chip cookie, and bomboloni. At the register, I also ordered the short rib burrito and lemonade. I paid for my food right then and there, which I appreciated. That meant I could leave whenever I wanted once I was done eating. Anyway, after paying for the food, I was given a coffee cup with a number on it and informed that I could sit wherever I wanted. I could talk about how cool the interior looks, but you can browse through the interior photos and judge for yourself. I felt like I was in one of those themed restaurants at Disneyland. While I waited for the burrito at a table, I started trying out the baked goods I got. Man oh man. I loved everything I got here. The cookie was packed with chocolate goodness and had a wafer thin crispy crust that was amazing. The cinnamon roll, which had a crunchy and sugary exterior, was delicious. My favorite bakery item was the croissant. It was crunchy and flaky on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. There's no way I can go back to eating store bought croissants after this. The short rib burrito was a home run as well. It was so tasty. Loved that it had a slight kick to it. I should point out here that this is not one of those burritos you can grab and eat with your hands. You have to eat it with a fork and knife. Like an enchiladas. What makes this burrito distinctive is that it's got an egg on top of it, not inside it. This review is running super long even by my standards so I'll wrap it up soon. I have to mention that I even enjoyed their "lemonade." I'm not sure why they call it a lemonade when it tastes like blueberries and mandarin oranges, but who cares. It's refreshing as hell. One last thing to share. Just because you park next door and there's no valet guy around doesn't mean you get to park there for free. It's $14 whether you park the car yourself or not. Not sure how people can rate this place less than five stars, but everyone has their own opinion, heh. In my opinion, this is one of the best places around to have breakfast and that's saying a lot since there are a lot of great breakfast joints in the Los Angeles area. read more

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One of the best bakery and brunch spots in all of LA! My husband and I visited on a weekend afternoon. The line looked seemingly long, but actually moved by pretty quickly. We were able to order some brunch foods as well as pastries in less than 15 minutes. This is a casual restaurant during brunch hours, in which you order first and then seat yourself anywhere. It appears to be more formal during dinner hours. Bakery: The pastries here are absolutely wonderful. No wonder there is always a line out the door for them. The Creme Brulee Bomboloni has a soft, pillowy dough and a rich custard that is addicting to eat. Furthermore, I was super amazed by the Almond Dacquoise, which was light and airy. It had delicious layers of buttercream and a pleasant nutty flavor. There are many more standout pastries, some of which are seasonal. I wish I could try them all! Brunch: We ordered 2 things from the brunch menu. First, the BLT Benedict is a creative twist on traditional eggs Benedict. I really enjoyed this version with bacon, lettuce, and tomato. The eggs were poached perfectly, while the hollandaise sauce was mouthwatering good. As for the Maine Lobster and Dungeness Crab Omelette, it was the best omelette I've ever tasted. Both the lobster and crab complemented the eggs and cheese wonderfully. Highly recommend both these brunch items! read more

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Went to République on La Brea and Wilshire and really liked it. The place is beautiful and has a great vibe, but it does get pretty busy. The pastries were amazing...definitely the highlight. Food overall was good, though a bit pricey for what you get. I'd come back, especially for the pastries. read more

Republique - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

good food. good service. May be a bit busy on weekends. I would say that is just a common place to take a lunch. read more

Tried Republique for the first time! Two of us had: arugula rigatoni $44 bucatini cacio e pepe $38 sparkling water $8 rodolphe le meunier butter $15 4 Kumamato $5 ea $20 2 cheeses $20 little gem salad $28 regalist pennsylvania golden chicken $72 remi jobard btl white wine $140 cuyama orchards apple tart $18 health LA 4% $16.04 Knocking off a huge star for the pasta. Big miss. Pasta was overcooked for both and a bit on mushier side. I did let staff know at the tail end of the meal for feedback. Bread was good! Wasn't charged for another one (but maybe it is included?) though the second one was on the burnt side. The chicken though! So good! Haven't had chicken like that in a long time. Everything else on the menu was good. Obviously on the pricier side meal, so hopefully the pasta is just a one-off. Server Bessie was great! We ended up parking on the street a few blocks down. read more

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The food was better than I thought. The line was long but moved quite quickly. What I didnt like was some of the foods were sold out. Next time to myself to come early. read more

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Parking lot is tiny and valet parking is pretty much mandatory You walk in and get funneled into the line of ordering desserts while you browse through the daily fresh made breads and cakes. At the end of the line, there's two kiosks that will take your order. My wife and I went during lunch time so it's cafeteria style seating and you get a number sign after you order and the servers will bring your food to you. The basque cheesecake was the most memorable item here and most other items on the menu are ok/above par. The ambiance and the decor is what really draws people in. For dinner service, reservations are required! read more

Ube Brioche (8.5/10): the brioche was super caramelized on top and the ube was a nice addition. Very impressive pastry! Black Sesame Mochi (6/10): nothing too impressive here. Tastes pretty average Baguette (5/10): not memorable. Bread was pretty average. Kimchi Fried Rice (6.5/10): not as good as the adobo, actually. Less flavor in the rice and it felt lacking somehow. Short rib was decent. Adobo Fried Rice (7.5/10): actually delicious! I was surprised to see a French restaurant serving Filipino food. The chicken was very tender and savory Brioche French Toast (7/10): pretty good. Nothing mindblowing. Breakfast Sandwich (8.5/10): actually surprisingly good. Looks very simple, but super flavorful. Loved the sausage. The interior of this place is very cool! Feels like you're dining in a mansion. read more

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Came here for dinner with my mom and sister and it was a cute restaurant. The food was great we shared the short rib, lobster pasta, and tuna tartare which was good for 3 people! The vibe of the restaurant was really cute too. The waitress was also so kind and also from houston so we bonded about that! I definitely wanna come back and try more of the stuff on the menu bc everything sounds great + everything we got was delish read more

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I just moved to the area and was thrilled when I saw République was walking distance to me. République is busy more times then not. And for good reason. It's recognized by the Michelin Guide and you'll see why when you visit. It's a beautiful open sunlight restaurant that has a big dining room filled with seating. I've only been in the breakfast/lunch service and you will wait in line to place your order. There are a bunch of delicious pastry options to choose from while in line. After you order, it's opening seating so you can sit wherever that's open. I've order the Koshihikari rice and the quiche from the pastry case. The rice is great, my boyfriend loved it! It's very flavorful and satisfying. The quiche is delicious and they rewarm it perfectly, the crust is perfect and flaky. I've gotten both the Vietnamese latte and the café con horchata. They are both okay, nothing out of this world. However, they do have other drinks that I do want to try. Like I said, they have a wonderful pastry case with plentiful of options. I've only tried the dulce de leche pound cake and it was fantastic! It's definitely a new favorite spot that I will be coming back on repeat. So much more to try! read more

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Came here for a date night with my husband, and was completely blown away! I am so happy we finally were able to dine here. The ambiance, service, and quality of food were all 10/10! We ordered the blue fin tuna tartlet (packed with flavor in a tiny handheld tart!), baguette and butter (the world's SOFTEST bread!), yellowtail tartare (the zest!!! was def my fav), duck (so tender!) and the Campanelle pasta. We also got a side of fries that was so savory! To finish, we got the strawberry tiramisu, which was to die for. The service was quick, friendly and so thorough. We left feeling so full, and so excited to come back again! Would love to try the brunch sometime. Tip: valet parking for dinner hours is a standard rate of $17. read more

Yes, I know it's a fancy place. Yes, I know a lot of people go there just to take Instagram pictures but the food is legitimately good I mean really good. The interior is also classic French cafe and feels like they used french street views inside of the building. Friendly, well spoken staff, they clearly knew their food. Its an open kitchen and you can see the big grill. Yes, it's expensive but it's not overpriced. This is a great place to treat yourself or your loved ones..! can't believe I'm saying this, but the duck was better than the beef steak. The french fries were crispy pieces of perfection. The croquette was a crunchy morsel of bacony fat and potato. The tuna and caviar was my least favorite skip it... But then again, l've never been blown away by caviar. read more

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My friend says this is one of her fave foodie spots. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. They were on the Michelin guide and have a bunch of yummy looking pastries. I ended up getting their quiche slice and banana croissant thingy to try. The quiche had a buttery flakey crust with super creamy rich savory eggs and a good amount of spinach. My friend said it's the best she's ever had and she wasn't wrong. The croissant was nice and crispy flakey caramelized and buttery and had a soft gooey sweet yummy bananay middle. This place is kinda pricey but tastes good so it's lowkey pretty good. Quiche $8 Banana danish $5 Paid: $14.85 read more

Republique - Instagram/YouTube/TikTok/Yelp/Google Maps: @AC9MOO - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This has been on my list for quite some time, and I'm so glad we were able to check it off. Even on a Wednesday morning, it was so busy - I can only imagine how packed it gets on the weekend. We ordered the following: Iced latte (standard, nothing amazing) Cheesecake (so moist and delicious) Banana cream pie (husband preferred this - it was good, but the crust was a little tough) Short rib burrito (super flavorful) Potato pancake (we both loved this one - such a creative and beautiful dish) Lobster omelette (husband's favorite, but I prefer a Benedict) Steak frites (solid, cooked perfectly) We were able to snag street parking, but again, it was a weekday. Would love to come here again (but never over the weekend). read more

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Came for breakfast on Saturday ~9:45am. Or is it brunch? - important to note the "lunch" portion of the menu doesn't go into effect until 11am. Line was a little bit out the door, but moved quickly enough. Busy and hectic right at the front as always -- pressure to choose your pastry items quickly before you order the menu items (food and drink) at the register. Do make sure you get a look at everything before choosing in the case there is something at the end you might want! After ordering and paying (FYI there is a service fee for staff members), you take your number to seating of your choice. Currently the outdoor patio area is closed for renovation (or remodeling or re...), so it's indoors only. We were a bigger group (6) so squeezed on the end of a shared table with two others and moved to have the whole table once they left mid-way through our meal. Food: * Brioche trench toast: An amazing thick piece of brioche that is light and sweet and toasted evenly. It barely needs the maple syrup, but of course we're adding it. * Chicken and biscuits: Not as gravy-forward as I would have liked, but great presentation, well cooked, etc. Had a little bit of spice but would have liked more! * Chocolate salted caramel cake: This may be my favorite chocolate cake in LA. I love chocolate cake and this is amazing (and the reason for the whole visit!). Breakfast starts off great with a slice of this. * Cinnamon bun: Not like the oozy sticky buns you may be thinking of but a pastry with cinnamon (-sugar?) on top and around. Was light, delicate and delicious. * Matcha-something (different than what's on the current published menu and I can't remember!): Ordered it hot and loved it. Parking is a bit tough - but can be found on the block parallel for 2 hours free on the weekend. Is this a surprisingly expensive brunch, yes, but a special place for a brunch outing with friends or visitors from out of town. read more

Republique - Chicken and biscuits; matcha latte - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We finally were able to try Republique! Arrived around 10am on a Saturday and waited about 20 mins to order. When we left at 11am, the line was triple the length (come early!). Pastries 10/10: WOW, they can't go wrong. We tried multiple and we couldn't get enough What we ordered from best to worse: 1.Breakfast quesadilla: basically the French version of a Oaxacan tlayuda. The cauliflower was such a tasty twist to what could have been a basic dish. It was loaded with flavor and was a very good size. We ended up sharing it! 2.Mediterranean eggs: probably the most unique egg dish I've tried. Taste was 10/10, but the portion was very small. It was two eggs in a puddle of yogurt which tasted amazing but left us wanting more. 3.BLT Benedict: the least memorable from what we ordered. Still had fresh ingredients and tasted lovely but was pretty basic. Wouldn't order again. As expected, the ambiance was amazing and made us want to hangout and just enjoy the space. Such a beautiful building with lots of LA history. read more

Republique - Croissant, guava brioche, raspberry bun - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is very popular so expect a line and a bit of a wait. But the line goes reasonably fast and despite the number of people you can generally find a seat. The skylights make for a very pleasant morning dining experience with wonderful natural light without three wind or weather. I ordered the Croque Madame wondering, how good can a ham and cheese sandwich be? The answer is, pretty damn good! The gruyere cheese is fantastic, the chopped ham was the perfect amount and the fried egg on top was just decadent! More places have to copy this! My wife had the lobster omelette and it was also very good. The flavor was mild but very nice. The Belgian waffle was fine ... But not as special. Warning: the valet parking is $14, which is pretty steep if you consider that you're probably only going to be here an hour or so. The one thing I would change is the choice of drinks. If you don't want coffee you can have ginger ale or lemonade. That's it. Would it really kill you to offer some diet Coke? I had the ginger ale and it was just too much. I had to water it down to make it drinkable. I was considering dropping down to 4 stars for the drinks and parking ... But this is about food so I kept it at 5. read more

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