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UMAMIcatessen - Thoughts?!
Surprised this thread hasn't been started yet!
Checked it out last night after work! Longish wait, but to be expected for an anticipated spot. The cocktails are the bar were delish and service was attentive. We had the Black Jack (really yum and could be dangerous as it was strong but sweet!), the pig whiskey thing (was aiiight) and the Urban Trader (could have been mixed better of all ingrediants).
Finally after 30 min or so, we were seated. Waitstaff was lovely and menu was familiar on the Umami Burger section (which I was thinking there'd be something different). It's funny to me that there is a "kosher" Jewish Deli section and then a pork-centric menu! All 3 food menus offered a variety of selections without being too overwhelming. I do however wish there was a lil bit more veggie options, as it was very meat and startch/fried/carb heavy with only a few salads.
We ordered the crispy pig ears (good but nothing amazing), mini potatos knishes (yummy morsels but again, nothing that blew my mind), pastrami burger (yum--want to try just the pastrami sammich next), manly burger, and the tempura onion rings amongst 3 people. Dessert was the beignets and they were not good (pout).
Would I go back? YES! Sure. Would I go out of my way for it? Naaaaaaa.
Fun/weird / hole-in-the wall / hidden gem spots for brunch or lunch???
Thanks all for your suggestions!
Langer's is always on the menu :) KTCN105 is me and my friends spot...may be too trendy/artsy for her. Casablanca ew. Nickel Diner & Uncle Johns been there (close to my work!). Inn of Seventh Ray closed during winter months :/
Nick's Cafe, Papa Cristos (close to my house and I want to check out their market), Pann's are in the running. Madame Chou Chou looks superb for my mother/daughter brunch with my girlfriends :) Thank you all~
Fun/weird / hole-in-the wall / hidden gem spots for brunch or lunch???
My mother is coming into town, and she loves a great culinary experience with "extra charm". One of our spots was Clifton's, but that's obviously on hiatus. *pout*
Any recommendations for a quirky, delish hole in the wall spots within the LA area??? I'm at a loss and I want to do something fun with her. I can only think of PDC, Taylor's Steakhouse or Olympic House of Breakfast...!
Where to splurg for a dinner on the Strip
I had a lovely experience at SAGE a few days ago. Casual chic with a nice atmosphere. You can converse which is lovely--as some Vegas restaurants are loud and obnoxious. The portions are generous for the price, and the ingredients were incredible. I opted to do the 4 course tasting menu, which was plentyyyy of food and only $80 (you can wine pair for an additional $40). I had the wagyu beef tartar (perfect consistency and temp but a tad bit bland to be honest), maine scallops w/ braised oxtail and broccolini (yummmX1000), 48 hour beef belly (I'm not a hugeeeee beef belly fan but whatever hehe), and some chocolate amazing desert. Others had the fluke, skirtsteak and the octopus as an app which could have easily been a small main! The service was attentive without being annoying, and knowledgeable.
A few cocktails + a nice bottle of wine and that's def $200 per person. I don't recommend the ginger cocktail though (forget the name hehe) and they gave us an after-dinner "chocolate soup" thing which was horrible and tasted heavily like chai (Chef McClain, if you're reading this stop! lol) Cheers!
Best Mandarin restaurant in Chinatown???
WOW! Not only am I getting some interesting recommendations but also a history/culture lesson! LOVE IT. Thank you everyone
Dinner RECS in Hollywood area
I really enjoy CLEO. There's a new spot Osaka but haven't been yet...?? Both are very close to the theater.
Best Mandarin restaurant in Chinatown???
Hi all!
Looking for a great Mandarin spot in Chinatown before hitting up a friends art exhibit.
What are your thoughts ChowHounders?!
THANKS!!!!!!! x0
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Hanukkah in Miami ~ Where to nosh?!?!!?
Hi-e! Will update as we dine FYI.
My Aunt went to Buena Vista Bistro a few days ago and she said it was whatever...can't wait to try Nemesis Bistro!! Why has no one suggested this? It looks like a gem!
Atwater Village Farm is open for business
Thanks for sharing Layne!
Do you know the hours or any other info? I'd love to check it out. Sounds superb for some gifts perhaps too! :)
Sit down mexican food for birthday dinner
I send Guelaguetza. NO @ El Cholo their food is horrible.
Duck confit & duck fat
When I saw this post I just have to say that BEER BELLY in KTown has amazing "Death by Duck" fries, which are fried in duck fat served w/ duck confit on top :) #JUSTSAYIN :)
Hanukkah in Miami ~ Where to nosh?!?!!?
OOOH! My taste buds are getting anxious to get to MIAMI!
We're going to do XMas dinner at Hakkasan ~ thank you for the warning about the price. I figured it would be $$$$ but will make for a special dinner with family.
Michaels Genuine for lunch has also been booked.
Sage Bagel, Harry's Pizza, and Hiro are on the "food for thought" list :)
So excited for next week's eats! :) Thank you all!
Thoughts on Sr Martinez?????
Hanukkah in Miami ~ Where to nosh?!?!!?
I do not keep Kosher, so that isn't a huge factor, but I appreciate the observation and accommodation to the Jewish dietary restrictions!
Thank you both for your input ~ I am going to check out your suggestions and will report back! Red Light, Fratelli Milano, Sam's Deli, Etzel Itzik Deli, Hakkasan sound amazing!!!
Hanukkah in Miami ~ Where to nosh?!?!!?
I'll be heading to MIA from LA during the holidays and we'll be staying in the Design District.
Need to know the best spots: deli, Chinese restaurant for Xmas, etc...you know!!
Interested in hole in the wall gems to fine dining. Thank you looking forward to your suggestions!
Best Steakhouse for business/fun dinner with a large party of 9?
Went to CUT last year so that isn't an option....Will do SW that sounds like a fun thing and the dinner is with clients but to have a great time and not talk-shop :)
Best Steakhouse for business/fun dinner with a large party of 9?
Hi all!
My clients are wishing to dine at:
Boa, Carnevino, SW or Craftsteak.
I've not been to either and after reading reviews they seem fairly wlel recieved (with Carnevino being the lowest).
Which is best? Any of these better to host a larger party? Need to book res asap and your insights are greatly appreciated!
x,
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Near 1st & Beaudry? People cooking in a parking lot?
YAY! Thanks everyone. MYSTERY SOLVED...now, if I was only hungry (and not sweaty haha) after Bikram to enjoy this delish fare...def will be checking it out! THANKS AGAIN!
Soul Burgers in Inglewood
This is amazing! Thank you for bringing this spot to our attention! :-D
Near 1st & Beaudry? People cooking in a parking lot?
On my way home from yoga on random eves, I see a small crowd with people cooking in a parking lot when I turn onto Beaudry from 1st...does anyone know what is cooking up there?
The Orso space on 3rd st.
Okay--since no one replied I will give you an update.
I went yesterday evening. Very low key for a Friday evening, but still patronized. Interesting crowd as well (super cheesy people + old folk).
Ordered: Octopus carpaccio (which was served with cubed potatoes and olives) ~ Delish, light, and interesting mix of flavors without being "out there". Burrata w/ cherry tomatoes and olive oil. I'm a burrata connoisseur, and it was fairly good, decent texture and temp. Again, light (which was what I was going for!). I didn't like the bread they served at all (tasted like pita). We decided to split a main, which was the Branzino w/ seasonal veggies (which happened to be their brussels sprouts). Fish was served with head and tail and was supposed to be "de-boned" but had a few stragglers in it. We paired it with their Mezzelune Al Tartufo (half moon shaped pasta with black truffle cream) and the flavor was SUPERB and went amazing with the fish (which was pretty zzzz but I didn't mind because of the pairing and it was cooked well). We ended the eve with something sweet--which was their "chocolate salami" w/ vanilla gelato. Sounds weird, but was very good and great way to end the meal.
Service: Strange but attentive. I didn't understand why he didn't mention the specials at all until we ASKED about them. But no hiccups or negative vibes. Also, the dessert had nuts in it and he should have mentioned that when we ordered it--kind of an important component when describing a dish (what if we had a nut allergy!)
Atmosphere: One of the best patio's I've been to in LA. Charming, decent noise level and romantic.
All in all, decent spot to try but not like "OMGG!"
Low brow brunch?
I'm a fan of Alcove Cafe or La Conversation myself.
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La Conversation
638 N Doheny Dr, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Coming to LA and looking for unusual ethnic gems and supreme examples of the form ala Langer's Pastrami.
I wholeheartedly second that! Follow-up with a delish ice cream treat at Scoops on Heliotrope.
Okay folks, I’ve decided to take the plunge ... Korean food. Where to begin?
Soot Bull Jeep is great for authentic charcoal, but perhaps a great AYCE spot for you would be Road to Seoul. Then move to Parks when you want to spend some $$$. I hear Castle BBQ on Western is good too. My order-off-the-menu spot is Hodori. You can always go to Assi Market and pick up some takeaway food or make it at home.
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Soot Bull Jeep
3136 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005
Hodori Restaurant
1001 S Vermont Ave Ste 101, Los Angeles, CA 90006
Road to Seoul
1230 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006
Your Favorite Tacos Downtown
La Torta Loca in the fashion district (Between 8th & 9th on Santee) ~ their crispy asada tacos are amazing (and of course their tortas hehe)
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La Torta Loca
855 Santee St Ste A, Los Angeles, CA 90014
The Orso space on 3rd st.
SOOOO has anyone been yet? Someone wants to take me there tonight and I haven't seen much about this spot! :)
Wedding in Littleton...where to eat?!
Thank you much Dan! Very helpful and will update you all on my trip when I'm there! Have a great day :)
Wedding in Littleton...where to eat?!
I'm fine with venturing even an HOUR outside to stay somewhere proper! hAHAHA...An hour Los Angeles time = driving 15 miles...so I'm more than happy to drive an open road for that long instead of being stuck in traffic :) FOR BOTH FOOD AND LODGE!
I'm getting very excited about my trip :) Thanks for all your feedback.
Lukshon, A-Frame or Red Medicine
I've been to LUkshon 3x already and I cannot get enough!!!!!! LOVE everything about this spot.
Still haven't been to Red Medicine...was turned off when they first opened booting the critic...really class-less attitude.
A-Frame is good as well, but more for a fun dinner before going out since they don't take reservations and the wait is usually 40 min or so....and very casual dining that isn't too adventurous food-wise.
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A-Frame
12565 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Wedding in Littleton...where to eat?!
Thanks everyone for your replys!
It will be me and another person traveling together to the Mountain state for the wedding so not a large party. I heard that Opus was delicious--any dishes you reccomend? I just want to make the most of my trip to Colorado and eating is always my #1 priority haha...
Bummed about the lodging situation though! I for sure thought there would be something like a cabin in a ghost town or something hahaha...shows how much I know! :)
