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The Penthouse at Huntley Santa Monica BeachSanta Monica, CA · 02/25/2009
Nightmare Experience
THIS PLACE PULLS ...
World CafeSanta Monica, CA · 02/23/2009
Mojitos!
I’m not so sure what was so worldly about it, but it was okay. After standing in the freezing cold on St. P...
MelisseSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Amazing!
Some of the best food I’ve ever had, I had at Melisse.But man, what a weird location. Right on Wilshi...
Le Pain QuotidienSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Delicious breakfast food, cramped setting
Okay, so this one has a totally different feel from its snooty (but alas, much roomier) Bev Hills cousin.Th...
Denny'sCulver City, CA · 02/18/2009
Overpriced, under delicious
I’ve never much liked Denny’s. They used to be known for such amazing deals, but then started charging...
Vanilla Bake ShopSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
In a word: YUM
I don’t care what you say about Sprinkles Cupcakes, it doesn’t hold a candle to Vanilla Bake Shop....
World CafeSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Sophisticated and casual
It’s weird. World Cafe is such an awesome brunch location, as well as lunch.Why, then, does this plac...
Chinois on MainSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
80's throwback
This place has an aging, once-hip clientele who still clings to the outmoded notion that Chinois on Main is a cool...
Norm'sSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Only two stars? Shocking.
Okay, it seems kind of ridiculous to even bother rating a Norm’s. After all, this is a cheap diner chain we&...
Izzy's DeliSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Adequate. Open late. There you have it.
Izzy’s is awesome, in that the food is relatively inexpensive, you can stay as long as you want, and they...
SwingersSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
Good diner-like trendy restaurant
What I like about Swingers: It has an electic, broad menu that doesn’t resemble the Norm’s down the bl...
Baja Fresh Mexican GrillSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
I mean, it's fresh Mexi-fast-food. What do you want?
Really, I mean, how does one review a fast food chain? Everything here tastes pretty good, considering it’s ...
Anisette BrasserieSanta Monica, CA · 02/18/2009
I didn't actually eat here, but....
…. I want to next time!My friend and I came here for an intended brunch. I’d heard good things ...
Aroma Coffee & Tea COStudio City, CA · 02/18/2009
The Abbey of Coffee Houses in The Valley
Aroma Coffee & Tea is one of those places that don’t deserve deserve the positive praise or hype its rec...
DaichanStudio City, CA · 02/18/2009
Japanese Comfort Food in the SFV
Daichan is one of those pleasant surprises when you step inside. My urban hiking group originally meant to have a ...
Belwood BakeryStudio City, CA · 02/18/2009
Family Bakery in Ventura Blvd.
If you are craving quiches while driving down Ventura Blvd., try stopping at Belwood Bakery. I visited this place ...
Boneyard BistroSherman Oaks, CA · 02/18/2009
Don't talk to me, I'm licking my bones
This is a nice looking bistro, small, however charming. Limited tables inside and outside sitting available as wel...
FulfilledBeverly Hills, CA · 02/18/2009
Lost in Translation
Ima(e-ma) is Japanese dessert often found at festivals. Its America’s equivalent to funnel cake made of batter in...
Solar de CahuengaHollywood, CA · 02/18/2009
Yes, it is the Sunshine of Cahuenga Blvd.
I really like this venue, it has such a relaxed atmosphere, very loungy with big pillows and bench seating in the ...
Sitton's North Hollywood DinerNorth Hollywood, CA · 02/18/2009
"Kiss My Grits"
For those old enough to remember, the title of my review is from “Alice”Do you ever get the mid...
Natas PastriesSherman Oaks, CA · 02/18/2009
Are you a bakery or what???
Portuguese bakery in Studio City/Sherman Oaks.Natas Pastries features home-style Portuguese pastries based o...
VersaillesEncino, CA · 02/17/2009
ME GUSTARIA MAS POLLO CON MI AJO POR FAVOR.
I’d like more chicken with my garlic please.Since I don’t live in Miami or Havana, Versailles is as good as...
The CounterSanta Monica, CA · 02/17/2009
Lots of hype, but not disappointing
The Counter is ALWAYS packed, no matter what time or day of the week. It is just that fa...
Thai DishesSanta Monica, CA · 02/17/2009
Best Westside Thai
Well, best that I’ve found so far. I am not too picky in my Thai food, but I have been disappointed by many ...
Tandoor-indiaSanta Monica, CA · 02/17/2009
Cheap, tasty food
My go-to Indian restaurant. Yes, maybe the food is a bit Americanized, not totally authentic, but it is damn tasty...
Aromi CafeSherman Oaks, CA · 02/17/2009
love it!
This is a cool, cozy, little cafe, w/great sandwiches! All the sandwiches are awesome, and super-friendly service ...
Honey's KettleCulver City, CA · 02/17/2009
Finger-licking good chicken!
This Honey’s Kettle fried chicken beats KFC any day! Their chicken is oozing wit...
Natas PastriesSherman Oaks, CA · 02/17/2009
Portuguese Pastry in the Valley and not in Mystic CT
I stumbled upon this delighful Portuguese bakery in Studio City/Sherman Oaks while having my car washed. The car ...
Gordon Ramsay at The London West HollywoodWest Hollywood, CA · 02/17/2009
Sophisticated Dining
Dinner at Gordon Ramsay at the London felt like a true European dining experience. It reminded me of many high end...
Copa d'OroSanta Monica, CA · 02/17/2009
A Cup of Gold
LOVE the Copa, Copa d’’Oro. (I can’t seem to get Copacabana, that Barr...
Pink BerryWest Hollywood, CA · 02/17/2009
Yummy but too few flavors!
Pink Berry aims to be like In-N-Out Burgers w/ their menu creation; but In-N-Out serves mostly ground beef patties...
Il Ristorante di Giorgio BaldiSanta Monica, CA · 02/17/2009
A low-keyed gem w/ big name stars
The restaurant is dimly lit for the obvious reason: hollywood celebrities/stars frequent this joint. Papa Giorgio ...
Belwood BakeryStudio City, CA · 02/16/2009
Your Friendly Neighborhood Pastry Shop
I fell in love with Belwood Bakery when it was the only venue where I can buy Orangina (Carbonated Citrus drink), ...
The Great Greek Restaurant and TavernaSherman Oaks, CA · 02/16/2009
A perfect Lunch Spot If Time Is On Your Side
When my office was in Studio City and was in the mood to eat lunch at a leisure pace, this was one of my favorite ...
Cucina BeneSherman Oaks, CA · 02/16/2009
Cucina Bene e Molto Bueno e Delizoso
To be fair, I’ve only eaten at Cucina Bene for lunch and when I am in that area . Since my friends work at o...
Stanley'sSherman Oaks, CA · 02/16/2009
Let's Try It Again Stanley....
About 4 years ago, I used to dine at Stanley’s at lunchtime since I used to work in Studio City and I loved ...
Caioti Pizza CafeStudio City, CA · 02/16/2009
Friendly Neighborhood Pizza and Then Some
I have been coming to Caoiti Pizza since I ettled in the Valley about 15 years ago and I am never disappointed-wit...
Ocean and VineSanta Monica, CA · 02/16/2009
A fantastic surprise
After a disappointing DineLA experience at Dolce Enoteca, and overall mixed dining experiences at “nice̶...
Pollo DoradoHollywood, CA · 02/16/2009
i was just so hungry
This place is at the corner of Hollywood Blvd & Edgemont, next to Barnsdall Art Park, where i had an appointme...
Grand Casino BakeriesCulver City, CA · 02/15/2009
this place took a nosedive. so sad.
I shoulda had a sit down lunch here back in its heyday, which wasn’t that long ago, when it was bustling bus...
Katsu SushiBeverly Hills, CA · 02/15/2009
best omakase experience!
Wonderful. All-around best high end sushi place. Highest quality fish and all other ingredients, down to the fre...
FulfilledBeverly Hills, CA · 02/15/2009
An Affordable Japanese Fusion Snack in Beverly Hills
Last night, I attended another Pleasure Palate foodie event. This time held at Fulfilled, whose claim to fame are ...
sugarFISHMarina Del Rey, CA · 02/15/2009
I'm never going to Nozawa, ever
The 2 stars are for the food only. The service deserves 5 stars, they were friendly, helpful, and extraordinarily...
FulfilledBeverly Hills, CA · 02/15/2009
unfulfilled
Nice concept. But the batter was clearly re-worked for the westside crowd. It tastes like pancake batter, which ...
Joe'sVenice, CA · 02/15/2009
upscale at a good price
Food: excellent.Space: very nice.Service: good.Went for dinner awhile ago, food was great. T...
Gordon Ramsay at The London West HollywoodWest Hollywood, CA · 02/15/2009
Tea was excellent. Dinner was good enough, but very definitely did not knock my socks off.
So I went back for tea. And I gotta say, that was the best tea I’ve had in a long time. There are lots of ...
S & W Country DinerCulver City, CA · 02/15/2009
Cholula
I don’t know what took me so long to eat here, but I finally did. Maybe I never knew they serve breakfast t...
Rush StreetCulver City, CA · 02/15/2009
waste of primo real estate
Mediocrity, thy name is Rush Street.I was going to wait for a second visit before writing anything but I go...
Citizen SmithHollywood, CA · 02/15/2009
The waiter added $1 to what I wrote for tip.
My name is Katherine and I ate at Citizen Smith. Twice. There, I own it. But both times I went on Monday nights...
