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    Ysabel

    3.8 (2.1k reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    YSABEL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Upscale
    Good for kids

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    Kayla C.

    Honestly, our server Connor, made a good dining experience a great one. Highly attentive, funny, friendly, and charismatic! Truly the charm of our dinner. As for food, it was good -- not particularly spectacular, but a generous portion with lovely presentation. Drinks were delicious and dessert was too. We ordered a ribeye, sea bass, rigatoni, asparagus, and for dessert affogato and crème brûlée. Ambiance is lovely for a first date or hangout. Weekdays seem to be the vibe as it's not so crowded and more intimate crowds.

    nice centerpiece for our table
    Joyce G.

    Thanks to my daughter for making dinner reservations. It was fabulous!! Since we came here on a Sunday, we were lucky to find free street parking. We got there early for dinner, so we beat the crowd. So many nice and interesting places to sit outside. The seating inside looked nice as well. We had calamari which came with a tasty dip. I've had calamari at many different restaurants, and this one was really good, but I have to admit I've had better. I would still order it again though. I ordered a pasta dish which tasted so good and was filling. My drink had just the right amount of alcohol in it. I should have asked for another one!! It was that good. The restroom was so nice and clean. There's a really large mirror in the restroom and the lighting was actually good. Some restrooms are way too dark. Great place for dinner with family and/or friends. The customer service was good as well as the service. Really nice vibes.

    Fluffy Breakfast Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and Salmon Eggs Benedict - yum, so filling.
    Kathy Z.

    Years and years ago, this place used to be IT. Ysabel was popppppping on the weekends, and attracted groups and groups of people living their best LA life. The food was great, the vibes were there, and the decor added to the swanky ambiance. I even remember all of the pictures we'd take in front of their iconic wall of faces! I still have them, and they serve as souvenirs of wonderful memories... Good times. I recently went back to Ysabel on a Friday night and it was much different than what I remember. The environment was quiet, it was about 1/5 full if not a little less, and the food was just okay. It reminded me a bit of Lavo, just before they announced they were shutting business down. Ysabel was unfortunately not great about accommodating a food allergy at our table. Other restaurants swap ingredients or make suggestions or offer up alternatives, but Ysabel pointed out a couple of sides and deterred us from most of the menu. Not the best experience. The food we tried was okay... nothing to write home about, nothing I felt I had to come back for ASAP, and especially not for their price point. Disappointing but not all that surprising - seems like another LA place that has lost its way a bit through the years, especially post-COVID. Valet parking is your best bet here.

    Truffle Fries, Parmesan, Tuna Salmon Tartare, Calamari
    Audrey H.

    Sadly I do not have any pictures of our entrees bc we were starved LOL) but our dinner was soo delicious. We're visiting from the Bay Area and wanted to try Ysabel out since I had seen a lot of great reviews about it online. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Love the ambiance and the vibe of the place- very romantic and fancy. For drinks we ordered the "Something About Cherry" and the "Sophia"- both of which were sweet, delicious and definitely strong. For apps we ordered truffle Parmesan fries, calamari and my favorite- the tartare. I could probably have 5 more of those tbh. I ordered the Spicy Rigatoni for my entree and it was amazing. I wish it would've came with some sort of chicken or protein since the pasta itself is heavy but overall it was delectable. Definitely recommend anyone who's looking for a nice restaurant with great food to come here.

    Harold V.

    We went to Ysabel for my wife's birthday and it's a pretty perfect birthday spot if you're parents looking to feel like you actually went out on the town. Especially if you live in the Valley and rarely go over the hill after 6pm. Ysabel has been on our radar as one of those celebrity/Instagram-friendly spots, and the space is the first thing that stands out. You enter through a small, tunnel-like corridor off busy Fairfax, with almost nothing visible from the street. Then you walk in and feel transported. The patio is a must with its twinkly trees, candles, white booths, marble tables and enough LA-ness to make the night feel a little special. We were honestly happy just being there on a beautiful summer evening. The cocktails were delicious and very aesthetic, though not exactly strong for our tolerance levels. Maybe that says more about us than the drinks. Still, delicious. We mostly ordered seafood and everything was solid for a three-dollar-sign restaurant. Good, but nothing life-changing. The warm apple pie-style dessert in a cute cast-iron pan with maple ice cream was excellent and probably the highlight. We went at 6pm on a Wednesday, so it wasn't too busy, which we liked. But as we were leaving, it started to pick up and we realized a little more people energy and people-watching would've been nice. Service was fine, but not especially warm. Our waitress did her job, but she started off pretty low-energy and only became more engaging toward the end. Food came out relatively quickly, though. I gave it 4 stars mainly because the service lacked a little enthusiasm. But if you're celebrating something special and don't mind spending $100+ per person, Ysabel is definitely that spot.

    Very romantic restroom.
    Shahram M.

    Very interesting dinner at Ysabel on a Saturday night. The best things about this restaurant is the ambience. There are multiple sections including two indoor rooms with booths and two separate bars and the outdoor courtyard and the patio. Very nicely decorated with lights. Very romantic. Menu is mostly Italian. Our server was nice and service was amazing. We sat out side in the corner. Cocktails were great. We had the prosciutto and peaches plate. Very interesting as it was on top of a thick pesto paste. We also had the chopped salad which was very well seasoned. For main dish I had the rigatoni vodka but didn't think it's had the calabrese chili that was said on the menu. My wife had the short rib pasta. Was good although the short rib has an interesting aftertaste. It was top with burrata but given the cheese was cold, The Who dish seemed cold. My son had the chicken schnitzel and he truly enjoyed it. It's a big piece with some sort of a salad on top. We skipped dessert.

    Diane K.

    I went to Ysabel on May 4th, 2024, and it recently came up again in my social media memories, which reminded me of the place. At that time, I went there with my mom for brunch, and I remember the atmosphere being really nice. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly, and overall it was a very enjoyable experience.

    Hand Cut Rigatoni
    Leilani P.

    first time trying ysabel and i've seen it all over social media for so long, i'm glad they didn't disappoint! there's valet right in-front and it's $15. i thought the restaurant was small while we walked in but when i was walking to the restroom i noticed it was actually very spacious and had tons of indoor and outdoor seating. the food was amazing and both the service and ambiance was great! our server gave great recommendations so we went with * fried calamari - small pieces and was a bit lacking in flavor * wagyu yakatori skewers - so delicious, also came with some sweet potato's! * crispy sesame shrimp - is was actually shocked how good this was! & the sauce they give on the side was so good * fries * truffle fries * hand cut rigatoni - definitely adding this to my fav pasta dishes! i think it's better than the pasta at elephante, it was saucier and a bit spicy! our server came back a couple times to check up on us and our waters were constantly refilled as well!

    Truffle Fries, Parmesan Hand Cut Rigatoni
    Priscilla M.

    This restaurant is so nice, I love the entire ambiance of it. Their food & drinks were amazing, definitely worth it.

    Salmon Tartare
    Maria O.

    Trendy, cute super trendy, pretty, vibrant spot great for Fridays and Saturdays gatherings! It's usually crowded so would definitely need to make a reservation, however, you can chill in the bar (they have 2 inside bars) or by the stairs while waiting. Cocktails are a piece of art! I had cactus and it was absolutely amazing! Atmosphere is very nice and even feels slightly private, even though place is super crowded (probably table that are far-ish from each other help). Food was delicious- from appetizers like fries and Brussels sprouts to hand cut rigatoni and chicken snitzel! Work of art. The only thing that was slightly annoying was that waiters were trying to make us pay before we haven't even finished our courses and drinks yet, it felt a little rude, but we all gotta do what we gotta do. Overall- worth coming and hanging!

    Antonio G.

    Decadence wrapped in great service, great ambiance, and high quality food that I find to be unmatched. If my queen is happy, I am happy.

    Multigrain Multigrain Flatbread
    Sejal S.

    This a hidden gem in Weho. It's great for a date night. We went on a Tuesday night so the service was quick. They have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. The portion sizes are shareable.

    Ruby M.

    I was having trouble finding a birthday dine spot, and I came across this beautiful gem. From start to finish I've got to say it was one of the best experiences I have had at a restaurant in awhile. The server was super knowledgeable and broke down the menu as first timers, I ordered the miso salmon and my boyfriend had their vodka pasta with chicken. We both were in awe of these two plates, the miso salmon was packed with flavor and paired so well with their "black forbidden rice." The vodka pasta had the perfect kick to it. Our drinks were delicious! I ordered the something about cherry drink, which was a vodka based cocktail (not my usual) , but I wanted to try something other than a margarita. Thank you to the Ysabel team for making my birthday dinner so special, they even add a birthday card along with your dessert! Now moving onto the ambiance, it was one of the most beautiful, most intimate/romantic restaurants I've been to in awhile. I loved that they had trees with lights in the restaurant, and roses hanging from the trees. The iconic steps make for great Instagram pictures!

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    Such a great place, I had the short rib and it was soo good. Ordering was quick and easy. It's very nice inside , totally worth it

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    We loved our bartender and the poke was good. My friends and I loved the ambiance in here and the lighting was perfect for pics

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    Ask the Community - Ysabel

    Are they currently open for brunch hour on the weekends or not ? little confused about the operating hours.

    Ysabel no longer has brunch service!

    Can you ask for virgin drinks/ non alcoholic drinks?

    Absolutely! There's lots of options for non alcoholic drinks.

    I'm allergic to eggs and nuts - is the pasta made with eggs and is there anything with nuts?

    Some of the pastas are made with egg (the lobster ravioli and the tagliatelle) but the rigatoni never has egg and the lemon pasta can easily be made without cured egg yolk shavings. In terms of nuts, there are a few things that contain almonds on… 

    Do we need a reservation for brunch on Sunday?

    It doesn't hurt. You can be a walk up, but make sure you're a small group of 4 or less- two is golden. We've done it plenty of times with spur of the moment brunches

    Do you allow children in the restaurant on evenings?

    Im not sure

    Are they still open for business? If so, did their phone number change?

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes they do

    Do they serve beer?

    Yes

    Do they offer takeout?

    Yes they do!

    If a group of 3 just want to go for drinks at 8:30pm on a Saturday (no dinner), is reservation required? No one is picking up the phone at the establishment.

    You'll still need a reservation. Just keep calling because they will eventually pick up! It happened to be as well. So just keep trying(:

    Can someone tell me how to get a hold of this place? i made a reservation for this weekend and i want to double check it went through but i cannot get through to their phones.

    If you reserved on open table then your confirmation will be there.

    Is ysabel open? I set a reservation and no one is answering the phones

    Yes. They've been open. Doors open @ 6:00pm. You prob won't get an answer until closer to that time. I'm a fan of this place. Sexy ambience + great food + cocktails

    Are they open for lunch on Sunday at 12 pm?

    I believe they just opened for brunch so you should be able to get a table at that time.

    Are the tables outside properly social distanced?

    Yes they are, some table has only two seats and some with four

    Parking? Street or valet? Both? How much is valet?

    Vallet is $11. I parked at a meter across the street.

    What time do they serve food till?

    Sunday to Tuesday kitchen closes at 11 last order goes in at 10:45pm Wednesday 11:30pm last order goes in at 11:15pm… 

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    0.7 mi
    $$$
    Romantic vibe
    Happy hour specials

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