Covell was such a great experience! I wasn't sure what wine I wanted because I enjoy both red and…read morewhite wines, but the bartenders were incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide me to the perfect selections. Their recommendations were spot on. The atmosphere is intimate, cozy, and honestly perfect for a date night. It has such a warm and inviting vibe that makes you want to stay for hours. Unfortunately, we arrived just after the kitchen had closed, but that only gives me another reason to come back. The service was truly top-tier, and the wine was absolutely divine. I even enjoyed both a white and a red during my visit. Normally mixing wines can leave me with a headache the next day, but the bartenders paired everything so thoughtfully that the wines complemented each other beautifully, and I felt great afterward. I can't wait to return and experience both the food and wine together next time. Highly recommend!

Where do I even begin with this fantastic establishment. My favorite wine bar ever. Wow. The care…read moreand dedication the staff have is amazing and you can tell they are genuinely passionate about what they do. It is really nice being able to come to a nice bar and receive such fantastic service. They will let you taste a few wines depending on what you like and it is awesome. The atmosphere is very vibey too, dim lights nice decorations and over all a great place. Need to come back and try the food menu now! Ciao

I did a wine flight . 1 sparkling & 2 white ... i was highly satisfied. The wines he recommended…read morewere so good! I randomly found this place on the app called INKIND . I'm so happy i decided to come. The service is good & a super cool ambiance . They even have little games you can play . Perfect for a solo night out , girls night or a date night . Great hidden gem .

This review is long overdue. I was here for a company holiday party and the service was…read moreexceptional. The ambiance and decor is lovely, classy, and inviting. We had the best time ever! I will definitely come back and bring my friends.

Nice quiet spot for after work drinks. Came on a Thursday and it was pretty dead but that might…read morehave just been because of the World Cup. Unfortunately my friend does not drink as much wine as I do so we opted for a couple of glasses instead of a bottle. Well, EYE had a couple of glasses to her 1. I wasn't incredibly impressed with the by-the-glass selection considering this is a whole wine bar but I found a few that I enjoyed. The bread & honey butter as well as the asparagus were both great. Asparagus was lemony and delicious, in particular. The crispy weiser potatoes were also good -- could have been a little crispier I thought! Service was great and very quick but mind you we were pretty much the only people in the room

Had a delicious chilled red and really lovely Friday night at Lolo…read more We ordered: - A bottle of the Mas Coutelou 5SO Formidable* - Olives* - Rigatoni alla vodka - Stracciatella ice cream Lolo can be trusted to provide a lovely ambiance. Tucked way, it feels like you've stumbled on a little oasis in East Hollywood. Offering candle lit tables and a very kind + helpful wine sommelier, Lolo is my go-to for a sweet night out. Recommend making reservations, but in case you can't the bar area is just as nice (can get packed).

I hadn't been back since 2019, and unfortunately the experience just wasn't what I remembered…read more The portions felt small for the price, and the halibut was the biggest disappointment. It was underwhelming and lacked flavor. We also ordered two hanger steaks, but only one was brought to the table. There were four of us dining, so it was obvious something was missing. By the time we realized it, service had been slow enough that we didn't want to flag someone down and wait even longer, so we just shared what we had. Another surprise was the soda, a small glass filled mostly with ice for $7, and it didn't appear to come with refills. $14 for two small glasses? That felt excessive. The dining space was also very cramped. Tables were packed so closely together that there wasn't much room to move around, making the overall experience feel crowded. The saving grace of the meal was dessert. The Chocolate Torta and Market Berries. The service was ok, except for missing an order and not acknowledging the birthday. Overall the execution and experience didn't justify the cost. Between the small portions, missing entrée, underwhelming halibut, crowded seating, and expensive beverages, I left disappointed. After not visiting since 2019, I was hoping for a much better experience. Sadly, I don't see myself returning.

Really appreciate them allowing me to book a last minute reservation at 7:45 when they close at 8…read more They sat me right away and got my food out within 5-10 minutes. The service was friendly and they made sure to check on me a few times even while they were closing up shop. I ordered the Hanger steak which was pretty good! It was cooked well, juicy, and flavorful. It was topped with garlic and butter which helped add even more flavor. Admittedly, it feels overpriced for what you get, especially with it lacking any sides. It felt more like a nice snack than a full sized entree. Nonetheless, I'm sure if you get an appetizer, an entree, and a drink it'll be satisfying (though also costly). It's super conveniently located so you can head right to your seats once you're done eating and you can even hear the performances if the show starts while you're still there. Solid spot to kick it for a quick drink or bite to eat before the show!

We Had mandela effect, gin tax, drinks were so flavorful n good…read more Couldn't read the menu, cause the font was so little n printed on the brown paper, somehow managed to order. Located the 1st floor of the Adler hotel in Hollywood, nice small cute spot with mid century style interior.

Cute little retro hotel lounge. It's small and usually pretty quiet. Great for a couple friends…read morewho wanna chit chat.

Wine bar/ cafe located in East Hollywood/ Melrose Hill area. I can't confidently say that it's a…read moreFrench restaurant, but based on the name and the menu, I would say this place at least leans heavily French. There's a high sense of hospitality as soon as you walk through the door. Everybody was friendly from the people greeting us to the servers. The space itself felt casual, but elegant. When we came in, we had a pretty large group. I felt bad because we really wanted to go, but we had a reservation right before a concert. We didn't want to rush the folks here so we just tried to order as soon as we could. I started with a gin martini that was really well made and it really hit the spot. The food came out beautifully presented and most importantly, really delicious. The dishes we ordered included: - Cheese Plate - Pleasant Ridge Reserve Cheese Tart - Scallop Crudo - Chicken Liver Mousse - Caesar Beef Tartare - Yao Cheng Yams, Gaujillo Sabayon - Tehachapi Polenta, Mendoza Asparagus, Weiser Snow Peas - Grilled Local Black Cod - Steak Frites Definitely looking forward to coming back in a less rushed setting (on my end) to just really enjoy the fantastic food here.

Probs my favorite restaurant I've tried this year as of August 2026! We had the caesar beef…read moretartare, chicken liver mousse, ricotta cavatelli, steak frites, and creme caramel. All the dishes were delicious and all the flavors meshed well when mixing sauces with different items. Steak was thick but somehow still remained perfectly juicy and medium rare, one of the few steaks that I think are good to eat in one bite without cutting because each large piece had so much nuanced flavor per chew. Loved the caesar beef tartare too, and how it was already cut into small pieces! Housemade caesar dressing was hitting with the anchovies, and the sourdough was perfectly toasted. Parking is metered or neighborhood parking, can be a bit tricky but we always seem to get lucky in this area. Service was so friendly and sweet, water was constantly refilled even on a busy night. I love how efficiently they've used the sq footage and even though there are many people dining in at once, it doesn't feel crowded due to the layout. Both bathrooms were clean and we dined in around 8:30 PM.

Tucked within (at the back of) Mother Wolf, Bar Avoja has its own vibe, its own reservation system,…read moreand its own menu. It's a lounge in every sense -- bigger than you'd expect, lots of armchairs and cushions, low tables, and just enough dim lighting (one small lamp per table) to set the mood. We showed up around 6:30pm on a Saturday and it was pretty empty, which honestly made for a lovely, relaxed start to the evening. A heads up if you're coming with a vegetarian: the food menu is limited, and vegetarian options are slim. There were really only three when we visited: * Sfincione All'Aglione: garlic knot-style bread, tasty but I actually prefer the sfincione over at Mother Wolf * Frittatina alla Norma: rigatoni-style lasagne cut into fried squares, served with sauce. A fun concept, but mostly tasted like the breading and fried flavor. * Fried squash blossoms: we skipped these Our waiter did offer an off-menu margherita pizza for my vegetarian friend, which was a nice touch. As a non-vegetarian, I had the hamburger - usually a Thursday-only item that they extended through Mother's Day weekend - and while it was good (hot, crunchy fries included), $38 felt steep and honestly... at a Roman Italian bar, I'd probably just order off the actual menu next time. The cocktails are where this place really shines: * Morso Di Vita: passion fruit forward with tomato and basil -- excellent, would reorder immediately * Robusta: ginger forward, light and refreshing * Sole Dorato: billed as a spicy margarita, served with an adorable little honey stick One tip: ask about dessert! We weren't offered it and almost missed out. So glad we asked because we ended up with: * Budino al gianduia (I think, no photo of dessert menu): amazing. Crunchy bits on top, thick chocolate ganache layer. Get this. * Passion fruit mandarin sorbet: light, tart, refreshing - a great way to finish Service was friendly throughout and the pacing felt easy. Overall I'd go back for the cocktails & vibe and to actually explore the non-vegetarian menu more. Currently on Inkind if you want a discount! Parking: Hollywood meters can be tricky - I'd suggest heading south on Wilcox where you can usually find something a few blocks into the neighborhood. Or just do valet and enjoy the night.

Tucked away in a shared space with MotherWolf, this bar is truly a vibe. We had terrific cocktails…read moreand the food is k point. It's a fairly limited menu but the food is from MotherWolf so it's pizza-focused but delicious. We had the garlic knot, the Cesar salad atop pizza, squash blossoms and finished with some delicious gelato (pistachio yum!) The atmosphere is mood lighting (dark!) so I couldn't take good photos but I did manage one of the cocktails *Morso di vida (recommended and amazing!)

The outstanding selection of several niche brands of wines are one thing, the relaxing ambiance…read morethat is fueled by Chacarera tunes, the warm lighting and the vibrant vibes of the regulars who frequent this place is another, but the true gem of this wine studio, and the reason one decides to come back three times in a row, is the service of one impeccable entity called Hannah. She fills the place with light, joy and laughter and lets you forget about the outside world by letting you sink into a world of enjoyment, pleasure and absolute peace. "Spin The Bottle Wine Studio" is nothing short of an oasis of delicious, fruity pours and fantastic, eclectic company because Hannah provides such an inviting, sweet atmosphere that makes you feel like you've landed in paradise, right in the very heart of Toluca Lake. It's all about the cozy vibe. And that vibe IS Hannah.

Good spot for a glass of wine, good selection of reds, less so for whites or sparkling. It is close…read morefor us, but it can be very loud, and doesn't really have a chill outside space, it's on the (busy) street. Feels a little like a bar vs a wine bar. Nibbles on the menu are good, and service was great. Not the place for a quiet convo over a glass of wine but perfect to meet some neighbors and chat with folks are the bar.

Went here with my parents and partner on Saturday around 11AM, and I have both good and bad things…read moreto say. Sadly, our experience started off very poorly. The bad: The host was extremely unprofessional and un-accommodating of my family's request. She has black hair with a streak of grey/silver hair I believe. While we had 2 different 2 person reservations, we asked if we could sit together since I don't get to see my parents often now that I live out of state and it was my birthday. We understand this isn't a request that can be always accommodated, but we were willing to wait to sit together. The host said this was not possible and we accepted sitting at 2 different tables. When my parents were sat, we noticed an empty table next to them. My father then asked the host if we could move and she refused, saying she isn't sure if rid totally sanitized and it would take a very long time for it to be cleaned by staff. She then walked away from us while rolling her eyes and cussing under her breath while walking right past my table. Even my father noticed this!! We understood, but a minute later a staff came and fully cleaned the table. Our waitress came to introduce herself and we requested to be moved once more, and she said of course and had us move immediately to be next to my parents :) Big shoutout to her! Again, I'd understand if the restaurant was busy and packed, but after us I saw no one sat at the 2 person table we were initially sitting at and the entire restaurant was slowly emptying out with not many new parties coming in... The host seemed to have extreme anger issues and lack of professionalism that I would expect from someone who knows the availability of tables. Now, for the good: The restaurant itself is amazing with great ambiance. I want to thank our awesome waitress and other people working at the restaurant, truly everyone else was great! They were funny, welcoming, and very patient. The food was tasty and we loved the lemonades we ordered. I recommend the pastrami dish from their brunch menu :) I would definitely recommend coming here, but the host at the front who is supposed to "welcome" guests is clearly not doing her job well. It truly left a sour taste in my mouth and I'd likely turn back from the restaurant if I saw her as the host again.

OMG, some of these negative reviews are ridiculous -- we're talking WORLD problems!…read more I used to use Yelp like it was the Bible, reading both the negative and positive reviews before deciding where to go. It's been forever since I've written a review, but after being here twice now and having a fantastic experience both times, I had to give this place a shout-out. Having this restaurant just two minutes from the Pantages is such a huge plus! The service has been amazing, especially considering I have many food allergies. Our server was incredibly kind, patient, and asked all the right questions, which made me feel comfortable ordering. The cocktails have been excellent, and both times I've ordered the spicy pasta. And when they say spicy, they mean SPICY! I was literally sweating on this 90-degree summer night, but I didn't even care because it was THAT good. This has quickly become my go-to restaurant when I'm heading to a play, or even when I just want a nice rooftop spot to sit, relax, and enjoy some cocktails. And the hummus? SO good. Next time, I'm ordering my own because I definitely don't want to share. I'll absolutely be back and will continue recommending this place to friends!

I just have to say... wow! What an absolutely great experience from start to finish!!!…read more The restaurant is such a cool, intimate space that immediately makes you feel welcome as soon as you walk in the door. There is a cute little bar and a cozy space with the perfect amount of tables inside. There is also a wonderful patio with plenty of outdoor seating. Our waiter, Lokahi, took such great care of us and was so warm, friendly and helpful with his suggestions.... But I have to say, I think that no matter what we ordered, it would have been great! We started with the little gem Caesar salad, the brussel sprouts and the patatas bravas... all were sooooo good! The salad was simple, crispy and fresh with delicious tomatoes, the perfect amount of Parmesan, and a superb Caesar dressing. The patatas bravas was equally as good - slightly crispy potatoes with a great tomato sauce that had a hint of spice and was incredibly flavorful! And the brussel sprouts were perfect - not oily, plenty of flavor and overall rounded out our apps perfectly. For dinner we each had the Salt Spring Mussels with a side of fries to share... the mussels were amazing, the broth delicious and the side of bread that they serve with them is the perfect addition to soak up all the savory broth. The fries were cooked perfectly and were seasoned just right! I have to say that Melanie is without a doubt one of the best dinner experiences that we have had in our 11 years of being in LA. From the food and service to the overall experience, I would give Melanie 10 stars if I could. Needless to say, I would HIGHLY recommend Melanie as I know that you will have an amazing meal with equally top notch service as well! We will 100% be coming back again and again!!!

Melanie is not a new restaurant, it's a wine bar serving food that I've known about for several…read moreyears. I didn't make it here until March 2026 and after my first visit, I'm sorry I didn't come earlier. My husband and I came here on a Sunday night, with a last minute reservation I'd made on Resy. The restaurant wasn't very busy when we came in around 5:30ish. A lot of the tables were empty. They had both indoor and outdoor dining available, but the majority of the seats were indoor. The ambiance here is dark and chic, it reminded me very much of restaurants in NYC. It would make for a good spot for a date night or girls' night out. We made it here in time to order one thing from their happy hour menu, the tater tots. These were heavy but moreish, it was hard to stop eating them even when my stomach was telling me I was full. We also shared the corn, which I believe may have been a special/seasonal dish. It will go down as one of the best corn dishes I've ever eaten in a restaurant. My husband got the burger for his main and I got the mussels. The mussels were pretty fresh and silky, and were overall excellent, but I didn't love the broth they came in. My husband's burger was fantastic. It's one of the best burgers I've eaten at a restaurant in LA. Service was lovely and efficient. I'm looking forward to dining here again, and would highly recommend trying it.