Brian's is my fiancés and my favorite desert on the westside!…read moreAll there flavors from fruity to tropical and more are the absolute best, the Dole whip is very authentic tasting. And the toppings are next level. (My fiancé gets a side just of the rainbow mochi) We will definitely be back soon

I love this place. They have dole whip!! So many delicious flavors to choose from for your shaved…read moreice. An absolute staple on Sawtelle. I love the POG option for shaved ice flavor combo! It's huge and fun to share one with a friend.

Sweet dad and daughter duo who do pop-ups in Culver City's Citizen's Market! I wish they were in…read morethe food hall all the time. They serve some really delicious shaved ice and they also have vegan options. I got the yuzu flavor and it was so good! It absolutely tasted like yuzu. And the next time I went, I got the strawberry shaved ice. Sadly, they are only at the market during some weekends, so check their social media to see when they'll be there!

the snow is good and its got lost of fruit on it. and i would love to see more of these places all…read moreover the place. unfortunately it is so popular they can not keep up. hire lots more people please because your place is a disaster. used containers and napkins and over filled trash everywhere you look. the poor employees are working their butts off so i am not blaming them. ownership has to step up to the obvious success they have created. its too much of a giant sticky mess for me to go back too soon. it is also a light desert that cost as much as an expensive entree most places. when you get half a melon and half box of strawberries thrown on top of your shave ice you can at least see where a lot of the cost is going. for now the place is a victim of its own success and i am sure they will get their act together while they conquer the world with sweet franchises (literally). would love this to be the next pink berry. good luck and for goodness sake clean up!

My then-fiancee and I wanted to have a sweet treat for guests after our midday wedding ceremony,…read morebefore the food service started. I reached out to several companies to get bids, but secretly hoped to work with Bachan's as I really liked their vibe and previous work with the Japanese-American community. Their social media photos looked really authentic, which was important as both of our families are from Hawaii and that crunchy, grainy product that passes for "shaved ice" (ugh lol) that you usually find in LA would instantly be called out! To my delight, they came in with a very reasonable bid and we had fun choosing the flavors and toppings with their executive assistant, Joy. The contract and booking process were clear and pain-free and I was impressed that their team showed up early to get set up and not add more stress to an already very stressful and busy morning. I hired a crew of two servers to streamline things, although I'm not sure it was totally necessary, but they worked quickly and diligently and the line never got crazy. Everyone loved the shave ice and my friend from my hometown on Oahu even had three bowls(!) While I don't plan on getting married again anytime soon, I would definitely love to hire them again if the occasion came up, and we were asked by a couple of the attendees for the contact info for their own parties in the future.

We had an aloha baby themed shower and decided to go with shaved ice as our dessert option. Bachan…read morewas great from the very beginning. I got quotes from a few different vendors but Bachan was the most prompt and clear. Our guests were OBSESSED. We have a few native Hawaiian guests that couldn't stop raving about the flavor. It was the biggest hit at our shower. The girls were so sweet too! Thank you Bachan for making it super memorable.

A great grab and go place. Small interior, no dining inside, and not really any tables outside…read moreeither. I took my omusubis to Ocean View Park to picnic. Decent amount of vegetarian/vegan options. My partner and I got the eggplant chili (2x), miso mushroom, and the pickled wasabi and pickled konbu. They smells amazing when fresh. The struggle is you want to eat it immediately before the seaweed goes soggy but need to find a place to eat. These were $4.50 or $4.75 each. Pretty good sized with plenty of filling. A great snack or lunch if you eat multiple.

My daughter and I have never had Omusubi or Onigiri so this was a culinary adventure for us. We…read moreboth really liked the decor. Unfortunately there was no seating so we ate in our car. The staff were very friendly and helpful. My kid had the Miso beef and the Tokyo tori (chicken) omusubi. I had the Hijiki Shiitake and the Miso Mushroom omusubi. She loved both of hers, with extra love for the Miso Beef. I thought that my Hijiki Shiitake needed spicy mayo or something to bring it together, but BABYYYYYY the Miso Mushroom omusubi was delicious. I kept making the "mmm mmm" sound because it was that good. Our meals came with miso soup which was a tad salty. We also ordered a hot tea and an oolong mango boba juice tea which we enjoyed. You can select from green, oolong, and barley for the boba options.

My absolute favorite shaved ice now that I've tried! I got the matcha red bean bingsoo and loved…read morethat it came in an ice bowl so that the ice never melts! Genius idea :) I'm particular about my shaved ice and prefer a more snowy texture and this was just right. The owners who run the shop are also so sweet and friendly!! Please go support this small business I wish I lived closer so I can have it more often!

I stumbled across Noon Ice Bowl inside Westfield Century City mall, and I'm so glad I did! Their…read moreshaved ice is unlike anything I've had before -- it's served in a frozen ice bowl so it stays cold and refreshing for so much longer. I tried the wine, mango, matcha, and Dubai choco flavors, and mango was definitely my favorite The ice itself is super soft and silky, and I love that they use homemade fruit purées, which makes the flavors taste so fresh. The presentation is fun, the quality is great, and it's such a perfect treat if you're walking around the mall and want something sweet but refreshing. Definitely recommend Noon Ice Bowl if you're in the area -- it's a unique dessert experience you won't find everywhere! Also owner is so nice !!!

Hokkaido milk flavor was today's choice. The waffles are…read moremade out of charcoal powder making them a nice black color. The soft serve ice cream comes from grass fed cows raised at Iwase farms in Sunagawa, Hokkaido. They have delicious toppings such as mochi, brown sugar, roasted soy bean powder combo. Fruit sauces, and other seasonal flavors. I'm lactose intolerant and for some reason my gut tolerates this ice cream. Atom wanted shaved ice next door he missed out!

We may have been willing to give it 5 stars given we didn't try anybof the toppings, but we wanted…read moreto try the ice cream by itself. It was quite good! It's more subtle in flavor than other soft serve I've previously had. My wife and I shared the matcha swirl, she liked the plain, I liked the matcha. Because it's not overly sweet, the flavor of the Hokkaido milk comes through, and it's a good flavor. My older son had the yaki-imo (sweet potato) brulee, we both liked it, but we noted you should like seeet potato (we do), whereas my wife and my younger son are indifferent to yaki-imo. It was novel and definitely a fun choice. I'd definitely try this place again, this time with a topping on the matcha-flavored ice cream. As the LATryGuy (an online food influencer)wouldnsay, this place is legit!

refreshing + yummy and the customer service was great! flavors were not overly sweet which i loved…read more thank you!!

Tried Shavers for the first time tonight and overall I really liked it. I will say that Brian's…read moreShaved Ice is still my favorite in town, but Shavers is a nice second option. I wish they would offer popping pearls and a few more flavor options but in the end it is a great sweet treat. Inside is pretty small and is more designed to go, which is what we did. Both of the employees working were polite and everything was made in a few minutes. They don't have a dedicated parking lot, but we were able to find a space directly in front so parking is really easy in this part of town. For this visit, I chose cherry and strawberry and got a large and it was honestly huge. I would say medium is more than fine and a large is something that would be hard to finish. I would recommend this to any fan of Hawaiian shaved ice and would stop in again next time I am in this part of town.

Top-notch service and incredible food! The Maine lobster spaghetti was the standout dish for me,…read moreperfectly balanced with just the right ratio of pasta, lobster, and sauce. The roasted cauliflower was absolutely delicious, roasted to perfection and paired with a delicious sauce that complemented it beautifully. And the espresso martini was perfection, the ideal way to end the meal. I can't wait to come back!

My family and I dined at Orla during a Father's Day weekend stay in Santa Monica, and it was one of…read morethe best restaurant experiences we've had in quite some time. The food was excellent from start to finish. Highlights included the whipped chickpea hummus, lamb kofta, Michael's Favorite Salmon, zucchini fritters, saffron rice, and an outstanding dessert course. The cocktails were creative, beautifully presented, and thoughtfully crafted. Every dish felt intentional and well executed while remaining approachable and enjoyable. What truly set Orla apart, however, was the service. Pia stopped by our table to personally ensure everything was going well and even made sure we hadn't left any belongings behind when we departed. That level of attentiveness is increasingly rare and very much appreciated. Ryan provided exceptional service throughout our dinner. We were dining with young children, and he consistently looked for ways to improve our experience. One moment that particularly stood out was when our son preferred traditional dinner rolls over the pita bread being served. Rather than simply apologizing or suggesting another menu item, Ryan and the team went out of their way to locate dinner rolls elsewhere in the property so he could have something he enjoyed. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a perfect example of hospitality done right. Another memorable touch came when the evening ocean breeze picked up during dinner on the patio. Before we even had the opportunity to ask, the hostess noticed and brought blankets for our family so we could remain comfortable and continue enjoying our meal outdoors. It was another example of the team's attentiveness and ability to anticipate guests' needs. The team was also incredibly gracious in handling special requests and making our children feel welcome throughout the meal. As parents, we appreciated that just as much as the excellent food. Many restaurants offer great cuisine. Far fewer combine great cuisine with genuine hospitality. Orla succeeds at both. The restaurant delivers a refined dining experience without ever feeling pretentious or unwelcoming, and the staff consistently demonstrated a level of care that elevated the entire evening. We left impressed not only by the quality of the food, but by the people behind it. Thank you to Pia, Ryan, the hostess team, and the entire Orla staff for making our Father's Day weekend so memorable. We look forward to returning on our next visit to Santa Monica.

I have been to the other Brian's location in Sawtelle many times, so was excited to try this spot…read morebecause I live very close by. I can report that this Venice location is just as good as the Sawtelle location however they don't have popping pearls and other fillings that the Sawtelle location has, that will be the only downside. Parking also is a bit tricky in this area, I found a street spot, the other option would be a pay lot. I would suggest going after the rush because due to its proximity to the Venice Boardwalk it can get extremely crowded at a certain times. They don't have an indoor seating area, it's basically a to go window a half a block from the beach. For this visit, I ordered cherry and banana and loved it. Honestly, all the flavors I have tried here are great and would highly recommend to anyone.

Need a refreshing treat while walking along the boardwalk in Venice Beach? Check out Brian's Shave…read moreIce. Lots of choices to satisfy your sweet tooth. Dole Whip. Rainbow. Fresh off the Boat. Islander. Sunset Beach. Plus, it's named after my brother! A nice place for a quick stop along the Venice Beach Boardwalk.