it was a good experience. there were 5 of us and we ordered the…read morefried green tomatoes, the fried deviled eggs, oxtails, smothered pork chops, and shrimp and grits. It was all good and plenty for the 5 of us. really colorful inside too. The adult Kool-aid Drink was really sweet so beware!

The food was delicious, the staff were so nice, and the vibes were great!…read moreThe place was packed but we didn't have to wait long. I ordered: - fried chicken: the best fried chicken I've had in a long time! So crispy, juicy and packed with flavor. - biscuit: delicious! Buttery and flakey. Not dry at all. The butter it comes with was so good! - Yams: so much flavor! - Mac and cheese: creamy and cheesy. Not watery at all. Perfect texture and flavor. - cobbler: so much flavor! Nice and warm. I wish there was more crust but other than that it was perfect. This was the best way to end the meal! I would definitely come back when in the area.

wow. truly one of the best dining experiences i've had. the service was amazing from start to end…read moreand the food was just as exceptional. despite everything being amazing, i have to highlight my favorite bites of this night. the tuna taku handroll was truly one of the best things i've ever eaten, i can't stop thinking about it. the crunch of the radish with the soft, fresh tuna was heaven. the concept of fresh nori gives both a nice interactive experience to the item, while keeping the seaweed nice and fresh for each bite. i genuinely would come back to eat a whole meal of only this. i'm also someone who would not even give a second of consideration to a single item costing more than $50 but the hikari don was truly so worth it and i have told all my friends they have to try it. i even mention multiple times that i can't wait to go back to get it. everything is just so incredibly fresh and of great quality. the miso clam chowder was a first for me and i didn't expect much from it but i thoroughly enjoyed having that clam chowder satisfaction while being so light at the same time. the flavor was so refreshing and balanced. what a unique combination. i need to go back asap. i will go back. i love this place so much, most possibly one of the best restaurants i've tried. mirrors quality i've had in japan, which is such a high point for me as everyone around me knows how much i loved japan especially for the food.

On a Saturday afternoon, it was easy to find parking on the right residential street of the…read morerestaurant, and my friend and I were able to walk in. Upon entering we weren't greeted or acknowledged and had to wait awhile. Besides that, afterwards our server was friendly and attentive. Serrano Hamachi - 5/5: The fish was fresh and the yuzu ponzu brought such a tangy umami pairing. Sonmari Set - 4/5: Their temaki sushi was what brought me to dine in with their innovative way of being able to wrap the sushi yourself to keep the seaweed crispy. Everything was good but I especially enjoyed the last 2 fancier rolls on the left. Their wasn't anything too standout with the other 3. This set did come with miso soup but its pretty pricey at $39.

(+) CHEROKEE TOMATO CAESAR (+) SLICED CHEROKEE TOMATOES…read more(+) BEEF RIBEYE Dunsmoor is a trendy LA restaurant right now. Reservations are hard to come by but done through Open Table. Parking is available on the street, or valet for $15. Order one main entree and 3-4 appetizers/sides for two people. Even after that , we had leftovers. Great selection of wines available. Food: The meal is rich. My favorite is their Cherokee tomatoes. Plump, sweet and juicy. The tomato Caesar isn't your typical salad. It is a slice of tomato topped with dressing, basil, breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. One of my favorites this meal for its creativity and blend of flavors. Beef rib eye (32oz) is a lot for two people. Comes with bone marrow and sea salt to sprinkle on. Great char and flavor making it a good staple. The cornbread and cheddar & chive potatoes were ordinary. Nothing special. Loved the jalapeno addition to the cornbread. Service/Ambiance: Service is serviceable. Servers are friendly as expected with an establishment as this. Ambiance is bright and lively. Plenty of natural light. There are kitchen bar seats you can sit at where you can watch the kitchen staff cook, literally. Overall, a great tasting meal. It met my high expectations. Lots of oil and butter, so be prepared for a rich meal. Well done in my book. One of the top 10 best restaurants in terms of food and quality.

Extremely overrated and overpriced! Walk in or even outside and you can feel the pretentiousness…read morealmost immediately. We waited quite a while for a couple seats at the bar (reservations are really difficult to find here) and once we sat we were met with a waitress with a severely brusque demeanor. Anyway, we started with the bluefin tuna toast which I could make myself at home. Not worth $25. We also got the "legendary" Edna's sour milk cornbread which I was so excited about but it did not live up to the hype. I found it rather dry- to enjoy it you must drench it in honey and butter. We ended with a steak that arrived surprisingly cold while the fries were piping hot. It's just another overhyped LA restaurant!

Went for brunch........ Great atmosphere, food and service!…read moreTry the lemon ricotta pancakes, crispy polenta and hash browns with poached eggs. Yum!

Neighborhood spot with a great space with outdoor and indoor seating. They're open for…read morebrunch/breakfast service and dinner service. They're also a good place to hang out with for drinks as well. The menu leans Italian, although you can get some universally cherished breakfast items. And the service is/ was wonderful. I came here right at opening on a Sunday morning and was able to sit right away down at the bar area inside. I was gonna grab breakfast - most likely the pancakes, but I saw that some pasta dishes were available. I ended up ordering the linguine al limone. I'm sure I would have been happy with the pancakes, but so glad I opted for the linguine. The pasta was perfectly cooked and it was a bright and tasty dish with a slight citrus zest. Such a fun dish to eat. Especially in the morning where I was able to enjoy with a nice cappuccino. Definitely a place I would like to come back and enjoy with another person or a small group. I got there pretty much right at opening on the weekend so there was plenty of street parking nearby