We celebrated a birthday with a party of 6. Our server explained dishes were served family style…read more She recommended 2 items per guest. This is what we ordered: 1. Pickled Pepper Blueberry Cornbread 2. Grilled Corn 3. Grilled Kalbi Style Short Ribs 4. Sauteed Green Beans 5. Goat Curry 6. Goat Belly 7. Ginger Chili Yum Salmon 8. Pork Belly Noodles 9. Sticky Glazed Pork Shank 10. Blackberries & Butter Montamore Cake Complimentary chocolate ice cream with chocolate syrup and sprinkles for the birthday boy! My favorites: 1. The blueberry cornbread was served with the best honey butter and blueberry jam. 2. The goat curry was not gamey. The meat was tender and the curry was mild in flavor. 3. The salmon was served with a crispy skin. The celery and peanut salad complemented the salmon well. 4. The pork belly was full of flavor. It was served with glass noodles. 5. The HIGHLIGHT of dinner was the pork shank. It was served with a strawberry salad, cucumbers, hoisin mayo sauce, hot mustard sauce, naan, and lettuce. The meat fell of the bone. This is a MUST try. For dessert we ordered the blackberries & butter cake. It was served with a frozen blackberry basil jam which had the consistency of a sorbet and basil whipped cream. If you like basil, this is the dessert for you! Overall, this was a delicious dinner. Service was attentive. Everyone had a great time!

Wow! After years of waiting, I finally tried the girl and the goat and it did not disappoint. We…read morearrived early... yes, there is a parking structure!! Big win. We sat at the bar where there was ample seating. We ordered three mocktails and one martini... all drinks were We were taken to our table (check was transferred from bar) and started one course at a time & shared. Our waiter was personable and took our order quickly as well as consistently replenished our drinking water. Everything was delicious and had its own unique flavor, from the chickpea fritters which had softness and crunchiness, the goat mousse with sweet and savory sauces and the crumpets and crackers; then the goat belly with a deliciously crisp skin and soft inside and intense flavor (but not gamey) with a rich sauce, the steak was yummy and precut, and the pork shank which was epic! I loved all the greens and pita to wrap the pork and goodies into! We ended with a bday scoop of mango sticky ice cream which was completely different than I've had before and yummy.

My first day back from Chicago to the Larchmont neighborhood and you bet I'm going straight to…read moreGreat White for dinner! Had to have their delicious black cod entrée once again. I mean, look at that beautiful seared fish basking in delightfully flavorful sweetened soy sauce with delicate spinach and shimeji mushrooms swimming around it. Every bite was roll your head back awesomeness. Accompanied by a fresh crisp glass of quality Sauvignon Blanc and it's my complete meal. Waitress Kimmy (sp?) was very charming, professional, efficient and attentive. Dining outdoors always a treat, and though a bit on the chilly side, ample heaters made it comfortable.

Been here several times and it keeps growing on me. The host can be a bit much sometimes, always…read moreacting busy, but once you're seated it's a great experience. Indoor seating has that Tulum vibe--chandeliers, music, really nice energy. Now that it's warming up, the patio is also a solid move. Food is consistently good. We always get the burger--it's one of the best. This time we tried the crispy chicken and wow... sweet, spicy, super underrated. Got ranch with it and it was a perfect combo. Also tried their pizzas--really solid, and they have gluten-free options. Ivan was our waiter, super nice, and the food came out fast. We were in and out in like 30 minutes (we do eat fast though). Definitely coming back for the burger and to try more of the menu.

I've had Majordomo marked for years, and I honestly don't know why it took me so long to finally…read moremake it here. Now I understand why people keep coming back. One of the best meals I've had this year. Everything was a hit -- from the salad to the side dishes, the meat, and dessert. Nothing disappointed. The menu is definitely made for sharing, and every dish felt thoughtful, flavorful, and fun. My favorite was the fried pepper. I think I'll be dreaming about it, and I would come back just for that. We were definitely overloaded with meat, but in the best way. The decor and ambience are very chill -- lively, relaxed, and very LA without feeling pretentious. We came for my mommy friend's birthday, and it was perfect for a moms' night out, but the crowd also had that young, hip energy. It feels like a place that works for all ages. Service was very attentive and knowledgeable without hovering. Parking is right next door by the Electric Theater lot, about $15 with no validation, so carpooling is probably the move. Love it, love it, love it. Definitely coming back.

Came here for the first time with my parents for my dad's birthday. It's a restaurant where…read moreeverything is shareable, and we ordered A LOT. We had leftovers for days after we finished our meal. Bing w/Cultured Butter and Honey + Smoked Eggplant and Pine Nut: This was phenomenal, I really enjoyed this dish. It seems like it's one piece of bread per dip you order, since we only received two pieces. I do wish they provided more bread because the amount of dip they provide with the amount of bread feels a little wasteful, especially for the price. Sugar Snap Peas: Tastes good, but an interesting choice. Usually, they're cooked, even when served as an appetizer, so it was a little off-putting. Bossam: Absolutely delicious. This is more than enough for 3 people. It's very tender and flavorful; it does not disappoint. We loved the option of both butter lettuce and perilla leaves for wraps. Pavlova: Unfortunately, we did not enjoy this dessert option. The way it was described on the dessert menu, we expected a mousse, but it was a merigue instead Parking: It's very difficult to find street parking. There's a parking lot across the street available, and I think it was $15.

Decided to try Granville in WeHo after shopping in the area. Overall, really enjoyed the…read moreexperience and the drinks especially tied everything together well. I got the skirt steak cooked medium rare -- flavor was good, but it was a little tough to cut. I think it would've paired even better with some garlic butter or chimichurri on the side. The mac and cheese was SO good and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Creamy, flavorful, and definitely something I'd order again. The pork chops were delicious and packed with flavor, but the spinach underneath was a bit too bitter for my taste. The mashed potatoes were creamy, soft, and comforting. We also loved the Brussels sprouts and Caesar salad -- both were super solid sides. Drinks were perfect and balanced out the dishes really well. Service and atmosphere were great too. Would definitely come back to try more items on the menu next time we are in the area.

Im giving this place a 4 star only because of service, the waitress was kind gave us time and…read moreoffered great suggestions. In reality the food was not great. It was bland and portion was just smaller than I expected. There is a location in Pasadena and the pasta was seasoned well and balanced and what I feel the portion was much bigger. I do have to assume it's due to the location of this establishment. The ambiance was pretty slow however the inside decorations were so cute and pleasant on the eyes. I wouldn't come here for the food, perhaps a drink and a small app.

I had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt warm and welcoming, and the staff made us feel genuinely cared for. The service was friendly, attentive, and never rushed, which made the whole meal feel relaxed and enjoyable. The food was just as impressive, it was very flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried was delicious and beautifully prepared, and you could really tell the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. What stood out most was the combination of great food and truly kind service. It's the kind of place you leave already thinking about when you'll come back. Highly recommend!

My friend and I always eat at Running Goose before we see a show at the Pantages. The service is…read morealways warm and attentive, and if you let them know that you're going to the Pantages, they do everything they can to get you there in plenty of time. (It's an easy walking distance to the Pantages and parking at or across from the restaurant is half the cost of parking on Vine.) The patio is beautiful and amazingly quiet for being so close to Cahuenga. The food is fresh, beautifully seasoned, and delicious. The menu is varied enough that it has options for vegetarians and vegans too.I've never been anything less than delighted with anything I've ordered. When you're there, do yourself a huge favor and order the carrots (listed as the roasted farm vegetable). It may be my favorite dish anywhere.

Beautiful restaurant and great food. Manuela has lovely outdoor dining alongside their vast variety…read moreof plants and vegetables

I'm obsessed with this restaurant! This place is such a vibe. I came here for brunch to celebrate…read moremy bday with my family. It's located within Hauser & Wirth which I discovered is an art gallery. When you walk through the building and enter the restaurant, it's such a big open space and doesn't feel cramped at all. Such a nice ambiance with lovely greenery and decor. Perfect for celebrations or a nice date out! Great for photos too. Across the way from the restaurant, there's even an area with fresh herbs being grown and you can even see a bunch of chickens! So if you come with little ones, they'll be super entertained and will have a great time here. We ordered a whole bunch of food and split everything. Upon seeing so many reviews for the cornbread, we had to get that and wow wow wow it is so worth the hype. Unreal. We had to order 2 because it was that good. Smoked albacore dip, ocean trout tartare, and louisiane shrimp aguachile were all good. The cara cara salad was diviiiiiine, so unique, it's a salad of oranges but it had such a unique flavor and had a slight kick to it. It's one of a kind! Both the grilled yellowtail and hangar steak were delicious, the steak comes with two eggs. Both cooked to perfection. Got a side of grilled asparagus, this one had an interesting twist with seaweed. Tasty but other dishes shined more. We ordered so much food and everything had such a beautiful presentation and was really delicious! I would come back here again in a heartbeat. One of my fave restaurants in LA, by far. Service was great too!

Best dinner I've had in LA. Had the tempura squash blossom, grilled eggplant and adobo octopus. We…read morealso had several cocktails. Every dish was perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. Portion sizes were surprisingly large for this tier of restaurant .The cocktails were invented, definitely unique and not something I've had before. Our server Jaden was super attentive and the service was excellent throughout. This is officially my favorite fine dining experience in LA.

The best food and service we had at a restaurant ever. The kare kare tamales were phenomenal as…read morewell as the A5 Wagyu and Ribeye. We tried all the pastas with the Bucatini being my favorite for its perfectly balanced tomato type sauce. We finished off with the Ube souffle and key lime pie. Both were uniquely crafted and a nice flavor to end the night. Drinks were very tasty as well. We had the Ube horchata, melon pandan cooler, and a calamnasi mocktail mojito. Shoutout to all the staff for making this experience wonderful.

Still stands-up to the hype after all these years…read more If "Trendy" was a restaurant, Bestia would easily be in top contention, even after being around for more than a decade. That says a lot. Once upon a time (a few years ago), my CFP + banking institution wanted to thank me for being one of their top private clients. They expressed their gratitude with a very generous, all expense paid full-course meal at Bestia. To say that I was impressed would be an understatement. Fast forward to now, I knew that coming back here would be a good idea. Make no mistake, even if you try to book a reservation several weeks in-advance, don't be surprised if the only available seats are at the counter. Granted, I was in a spacey table during my past visit, the counter can be an enjoyable & unintentionally entertaining space. It's great for a more casual vibe, as you get to see some of the kitchen workers put together some of their signature dishes. In many ways, Bestia seems like a microcosm of the city that it rather humbly resides within. What always catches me off-guard, is that the surrounding simple area really doesn't reflect the happening, vibrant, night-life that resides within the building's walls. You feel like you're taken so a different, very social, very bustling world. WINE: Podere 72, Poderi San Lazzaro (Marche region, central Italy) - 8.7 / 10 A very robust blend of Montepulciano & Sangiovese grapes that results in a balanced, medium bodied red wine that stands-up to heartiness of a beef ribeye steak. FOOD: Roasted Bone Marrow - 9.4/ 10 I have several friends that go here just for this particular dish. Funny enough, one can almost always tell that one is at Bestia because of the rather peculiar manner in which this dish is served. Hot, melted bone marrow is appropriately scooped out of the bone & poured onto spinach gnocchetti. It's like eating beef flavored mouth pillows of potato + spinach. It's definitely a dish that will impress whoever you are with. I can never resist ordering this whenever I am here. Oxtail alla Vaccinara - 8.9 / 10 The deep, rich maroon color of the rigatoni (thanks to beets) is a sight to behold. The pasta is firm but not too hard. It's a humble yet complex pasta dish that complements any main course. 26oz Margaret River Wagyu Ribeye - 9.4 / 10 Anybody who knows me knows that I love my ribeye. Any decent fancy restaurant does a ribeye. But no one does a ribeye quite like Bestia. The fermented mushroom cream delivers a punch of pungence not unlike a delectable dijon mustard, but to the highest of levels. This dish also makes me a believer in well-cooked onions served alongside steak. I usually like to take a home a portion of ribeye for later, but this is one of the very few instances when the steak is so good, that I can't help but finish it here. Again, the portion is more than enough to be shared. Fromage Blanc Mousse - 9.1 / 10 This seasonal dish hits all the right notes. It's the fanciest of cheesecakes, so I recommend sharing this. With its decadence, a little truly goes a long way & that's perfectly fine. The richness of the cheese is offset perfectly by the right balance of candied kumquats. A great "bite" to end on. Huge shout-out & thanks to Radu for being the nicest & most enthusiastic of servers. It's little things like him being so down to take pics of you with your party that really make me want to come back here. It the owners / management is reading this, please recognize how pivotal he is to your team. If he was working under me, I would most definitely give him a raise. Also, shout-out to Dani at the hostess stand. She is one of the most personable people. For being the first person that patrons see upon entering, she is the perfect face, attitude, & welcoming personality that the hospitality industry is in dire need of. She's a rockstar of a hostess & a pleasure to talk with. Bestia is a better place because of valuable employees like Radu & Dani. As always, come for the food. Come back for the service. I would definitely come back because of how amazing Radu & Dani are. Years after the hype, the vibe is still very much happening at Bestia.

Bestia was unfortunately very overhyped. The restaurant encourages ordering shareable plates, but…read morethe portions were extremely small, and the food itself was just okay--not bad, but nothing memorable. The biggest disappointment was the service. Our server was unwilling to accommodate even simple requests. One friend in our group doesn't drink, and when we asked if her mocktail could be served in a cocktail glass so she could feel included, he simply said no. He also refused to make an espresso martini despite having the ingredients available. To make matters worse, one of our dishes never arrived. When we brought it up, the server responded, "I asked you if it came out and you said yes," instead of apologizing for the mistake. Afterward, he took the bill and appeared to be talking negatively about our table. For a restaurant with such a stellar reputation, I expected much better. Between the tiny portions, average food, and poor service, I won't be back

Finally made it to Dunsmoor after hearing so many people talk about it, and it completely lived up…read moreto the atmosphere I was hoping for. The space feels warm, intimate, and effortlessly cool without trying too hard. It's one of those restaurants where the lighting, music, and overall energy become part of the experience. The fire-driven cooking really stands out, and everything felt thoughtful and well executed. Service was welcoming and paced nicely throughout the meal. Definitely the kind of spot that makes you want to linger a little longer at the table.

Whoa, I haven't been back to Dunsmoor in a few years. They got so popular! I checked Open Table for…read morereservations, but the earliest open date was for two months later, so I decided to walk in at 5:30PM when they opened. They seated a bunch of people before me, but I ended up being first on the waitlist. It took maybe 30 minutes to get a table. I highly recommend making a reservation! Service was really good. The host was very friendly and handled the long line very well. It seemed like all the servers were hands on and looked out for the entire dining room. I had a different person refilling water, clearing old plates, and bringing new utensils. They were all nice. The menu was ok because it listed a bunch of appetizers and sides but only three mains (fish, pork, beef). The dessert is also included at the bottom. I went with the cornbread, rice, and beef ribeye. -Edna's Sour Milk Cornbread $21 - so buttery, so good. The honey was delicious. This is the "must order" dish here. -Carolina Gold Rice $31 - high price for small portion size. Too salty. -Beef Ribeye $149 - pretty good. They cut the beef into slices. They also included bone marrow in the bone, grilled lemon, and sea salt. (We had a kinda funny issue with the ribeye, but the server so kindly helped us.) Good luck finding street parking. Some outdoor seating available. Bathroom is in the back. I would visit again!

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

My new favorite brunch spot in LA! Here, you order first and then find a seat. There were so many…read moredelicious 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.