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    4.0 (511 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Macaroni
    Trice O.

    Service 5/5 -The service was great! Very professional, attentive and welcoming. Ambiance 5/5 - Grown and sexy vibes. Dimly lit, live band and perfect for a date night. Food 3.5- The cocktails were good. Yeast rolls, steak and paccheri pasta were all great! The seafood macaroni was a little salty. The portion sizes were small for the price points. The dessert menu was disappointing. Tres Leche and Flan for dessert? I was expecting a spin on a soul food dessert option or something. Nonetheless I am a fan of Issa Rae so I had to support.

    Pam S.

    Great location! Slow service... know this before you come. Everything we ate was delicious and the beverages were on point. Valet parking is available but there is also free parking in the lot behind the restaurant. The band was nice, booths were comfortable and we went the Saturday before Mother's Day so it was busy. I felt sorry for our Server he seemed lost the entire evening. I can't wait to return with Little Bit! Respectfully Reviewed.

    White sangria
    Taylor H.

    Brunch review: As expected, you aren't seated till most of your party gets there, but there wasn't a wait once we were both there. The ambience does give dinner/supper club even though it's brunch. There's no natural light in the building. The food was soooo good though. Shrimp and grit 10/10. It is a lighter dish though so if you're starving you might need something else Shrimp cocktail- tasty, but still Shrimp cocktail. Not worth the price for 4 Shrimp Ham and cheese scramble- 10/10. Filling and you get a little bit of everything. Protein, starch, and greens Espresso martini- 10/10 if you're not a creamy coffee person. You def taste the expresso White sangria - good, but red was better. I'd recommend sampling both and then decide. Service: the service was great! Even though I sampled the sangria I still made the wrong choice, but our waiter was more than willing to switch it for me. Can't wait to go back for dinner!!! I had a reservation at 1:30 and the music was a little loud

    Ran C.

    Heard about Somerville but never made it. Better late than never. And after my visit, I wished I had gone sooner. I don't remember what night it was however, it was close by and a friend and I had went elsewhere and was underwhelmed. A quick search in the area landed us at Somerville. I parked in front on Slauson. Free. I heard there's a lot in the back but I don't know any more details than that. I just know that I don't like parking on a main drag because of the potential for accidents - but when you're in LA - you take what you can get. It was later when I overheard someone mentioning the lot in back. Service was excellent. From the server, to the chef to the manager - all came out checking on us and even just chatting. All this and live jazz. Not complaining one bit. It was one of those experiences where you feel like you're in someone's home and they're just making you feel like their guest. As for the food ... see pics. I don't have the words except to say, it was perfect. I wouldn't change a thing and I'd order the exact same thing again on the next visit. Food was served as requested and came out timed like courses. I don't know what's in the bread but if it's crack, it needs to be legalized. Anyway, love places like this. Not many have the kind of vibe you get when all cylinders are firing along to the beat of the live jazz. You can put money down that I'll be back again.

    Salmon
    Brit W.

    I went back Feb 2026 to celebrate a friend's birthday and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, from beginning to end. We arrived a little early and waited at the bar. I believe I had the Dunbar, which has Prosecco and Hennessy...loved it! Once seated, everything that hit the table was excellent! Two of us had the kale salad and caviar slides and loved them! It was the perfect amount of food. One person had the chicken and enjoyed it and the sides. The other two had the Salmon, which was a delight with a curry sauce. Now I have to bring my husband back so we can try it together. Service was friendly and attentive and the ambiance remains top tier! They charge a $10 per person plate fee if you bring your own cake. I thought that was a bit excessive so we opted to provide the bday person with a slice. They will hold it for you and provide a candle. It took me awhile to make it back, but I'm glad I did and really enjoyed the experience.

    Truffle fries
    Kiana B.

    One of the best meals I've had in a long time! Service 10! Not only did our server recommend food she also recommended places we could go after. The live band was amazing. Such a great vibe. Pictures turned out great. Drinks 10/10. I wish I lived in LA I would be a regular. Can't wait to come back and recreate this experience I truly loved it so much

    Forget Me Not, Sweet Tone and Golden Age - Cheers!
    Lynn O.

    Believe the hype and come here! Owners Issa Rae, Yonnie Hagos and Ajay Relan intentionally created an elegant vibe in View Park-Windsor Hills that celebrates the rich history of South Central LA. Upon entering, guests are transported to a grand speakeasy with a high wooden ceiling, velvet booths, vintage chandeliers and lighting and art deco designs. The live jazz band is the focal point and sets the mood every night. Note that they don't seat parties until everyone is there. They should mention this detail in the reservation reminders. One of our friends out of a party of 5 was running a little behind and we had to wait outside until she came. My party got seated next to the band so it was a bit loud, but we appreciated the music and the view of the beautiful bar. We were still able to chat. We enjoyed our drinks and most of the dishes we ordered. The Golden Age is their twist on the Old Fashioned, the Sweet Tone was like a raspberry tequila martini and Forget Me Not was a nice balance of Ilegal Mezcal, Chareau, pepper honey and Glenfiddich 12 Scotch. Fried Chicken & Caviar Sliders ($27 for 2) the Buttermilk-brined chicken were decent, juicy pieces but didn't taste much of the caviar in the Petrossian creme fraiche. Maybe that's why the chef recommends adding 4 grams of caviar for an extra $45! However, we got the Baked Mac n Cheese ($17) and added Maine lobster for an extra $17 and thought that was worth it. The Mac n cheese was rich and crispy on top and the lobster elevated the dish nicely. The Brussel Sprouts ($16) were cooked and seasoned perfectly. Not greasy at all and the crispy rice added a good texture. But the Winning dish was the Collard Green Lasagna ($34)! It doesn't look that impressive on the surface but when you cut into it, you'll be pleasantly surprised with the marrying of flavors of the greens, bechamel, ricotta, sun dried tomatoes, parmesan and mozzarella layered in al dente pasta. We finished our meal by sharing a fudge brownie topped with strawberries and ice cream. The fudge was rich and gooey. The strawberries and ice cream balanced out each bite. There were a couple of mishaps with service, but they made up for it in a special way. I would definitely return to try more dishes and enjoy the live jazz and ambience. Street parking may be difficult in the area. Valet is $20.

    Lasagna, salmon (okay), truffle fries (good)
    Diamond B.

    I really wanted to love this place, but the three stars are for the cocktails, rolls, and ambiance only. The restaurant is stunning and I really appreciated the live music and yummy cocktails. Unfortunately, my party was seated in the corner with our backs to the rest of the restaurant, so we couldn't fully enjoy the atmosphere as we were facing a wall. As for the food, the chicken sliders were good, but probably not something I'd say are worth the price. The collard green lasagna was raved about online so my friend and I gave it a try; this was probably our least favorite item. I'd give this a 5 out of 10. Overall, I'd come back, but only for live music and cocktails.

    Side : Brussel sprouts / lobster mac and cheese
    Jude M.

    I mean as soon as you get there you are greeted by the most friendliest hospitality. The door opens and you enter a room with such a beautiful table arrangement, intimate lighting, decor that makes you feel you just walked into a speakeasy. i simply adore it, being located in south central is a plus. Tiffany our waitress we loved her !! Could not leave w/o giving her a New Year hug and appreciated her kindness and taking such good care of us. Drinks and food came with good timing. Amazing delectable cocktails. Food we ordered all a 100/10!! Flavors of all kinds exploding in your taste buds with every bite. Choice of sauces / seasonings paired perfectly. Very well prepared, a round of applause to the chef!! Presentation also very beautifully layed out. Thank you Somerville for our first time experience and to bring in the New Year as well as my 40th trip around the sun.

    Truffle fries
    Steph O.

    Came here for my anniversary and they were so friendly about it, they even wrote us a letter. Loved the atmosphere and vibes in there. Super romantic and low key especially with the jazz band playing in the background. The food was fresh and tasty. I definitely want to go back to try more dishes.

    Stylin' & Profilin'!
    Maria N.

    SUCH a lovely addition to the Windsor Hills/View Park neighborhood! Only open for dinner, but worth wait if you're looking for a spot to enjoy your evening alone, or with friends, a date, or for a special occasion. You can easily spend hours here vibing to the live jazz, and energy of this place. It is dim lit, and feels like youve been transported to the 1950's. The brown and neutral tones, and wooded interior of the restaurant is so classy and elegant, like a scene from a movie. The food was absolutely delicious! A little pricey, and fewer options then I would prefer, but understandably because of the location and prestige, as well as Issa wanting to master the quality, rather than the quantity. A total gem in L.A.! An unforgettable experience!

    Seyi A.

    WOW!!! Somerville is amazing! I was honestly so impressed by our food, our drinks and the service. I had no idea what to expect and it def exceeded my expectations. We ordered the duck appetizer, drinks, pork chop, shortrib + risotto (which is amazing!) and ended dinner with the chocolate torte. It was truly black excellence! From the patrons.. to the staff.. to the live jazz music. Seriously if you get a chance to go, you won't regret it. 10000000/10.

    Akisha E.

    Finally made it to Somerville. Was it worth the hype? For a one-time visit--yes. But would I go back? Probably not. I'd heard mixed reviews going in, so I was mostly there for the aesthetics and the vibes. On that front, they nailed it: 5 stars for ambiance and service. Now, the food. We started with the much-talked-about rolls. They were definitely good and lived up to the hype, but at $19 for six small rolls, it felt a little steep. For entrées, we ordered the braised short ribs and the collard greens lasagna. The short ribs, served over creamy risotto, were flavorful but a touch too salty. The lasagna, though, was the biggest disappointment of the night. It was so overwhelmingly cheesy that it completely drowned out the greens--I genuinely couldn't tell you what the greens or even the noodles tasted like. Don't believe the hype on that one. Dessert was the highlight: the chocolate torte. Think chocolate mousse-like cake with a crisp wafer bottom, fresh strawberries, and a scoop of strawberry gelato--absolutely delicious. Cocktails: We tried The Dunbar, which is similar to a French 75 but made with Hennessy instead of gin, and Forget Me Not, a mezcal-based drink. The Dunbar was my favorite of the two. Overall, Somerville is a classy spot with live jazz and great atmosphere. Just know what you're getting into food-wise. Valet parking is $20.

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    Beautiful setting, wonderful service, great food. Highly recommend. Loved it. We ordered pretty much everything on the menu.

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    Ask the Community - Somerville

    How to make reservation?

    Call them....

    Can you wear sneakers?

    Good question! With Men ! You already know the suit and slacks and SNEAKERS. The style trend Now. If I was in that style I would do it! 😉 Have fun!

    Is it kid friendly for older kids (17+)?

    It's considered a supper club so I wouldn't bring anyone under 21. Try calling . It's hard to get through at times.

    What is the parking situation here?

    There's free parking behind the restaurant but may be limited. They also have valet in the front.

    Do they accept cash, silly question but I'm curious?

    Yes, cash and credit cards!

    What days/times does the band perform?

    Every evening they are open starting at 7pm

    Is it kid-friendly?

    It's a more mature environment imo.

    Do you need reservations?

    Not need but highly recommended reserving. Tables can be reserved on open table.. A book in advance. I booked in Dec for March

    Are there gluten free options?

    Salad, brussel sprouts!

    Can anything be made vegan friendly on the dinner menu?

    No, unfortunately the chef doesn't change anything on the menu.

    How much does the food cost?

    $15-40

    Do you absolutely need reservations?

    You definitely need reservations to dine at a table, they are booked until April 2025. If you want to get a drink at the bar you still have to wait in line and it's not a guarantee you'll be let in, mainly because there are a lot of people waiting… 

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    Stopped here tonight before dinner. I was here before a couple of years back, it was a non-issue…read more Tonight's experience was a total disappointment, much need for someone in leadership to improve. Ambiance is nicely decorated, it's part of the hotel, so just walk right in, pass the lobby, take the elevator to the 6th floor and you are there. Parking is free and plenty of it outside, do not feel the need to pay. Service: Horrible, I would give her a zero if I could. We had the woman server, reddish hair, one who I thought would be seasoned. Oder took her about 8 minutes, she then walk away and not said why. It was apparent that there was an issue with the table. Drinks took about another 12 mins to arrive and when they did it would have been great if she had spilled them. Drinks were horrible. My rum and coke was served flat and warm. Ice was dirty, seemed like no preventative maintenance takes place. No napkins were served, and at no time did she stop by to check in on us. Bartenders... not presentable at all. I didn't know what I was looking at. There was no way for me to tell if he was a bartender, or anyone else making the drinks. He seemed hot and sweaty, completely off, and wearing some sort of white T-Shirt., again, you couldn't event tell that it was a bartender making that drink, the entire experience was horrible. The drinks were so bad that we took 2 sips and said it's time to go. Waitress came by, we checked out and she just stood there waiting for a tip. We felt forced to tip her, when in reality I wanted to say, please quit your job. Folks, if you are looking for a nice classy drink, or something made right, do your self a favor and go elsewhere. if you are staying there, either go to the lobby bar, or better yet, skip out and head to Manhattan beach. No one should pay over $50.00 for poorly made drinks, served on a dirty glass, warm and with less than mediocre service.

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