Not sure why this place got three dollars signs. I've come here a few times for lunch, and I think their prices are very reasonable, given the quality and quantity. There are many restaurants in the Culver City downtown area. This is always my choice for eating healthy without sacrificing too much taste. I love their salads, we usually order one to share. Bowls and pizzas are good too. If you prefer to "eat, happy", versus "eat healthy", their burgers and meat dishes won't disappoint. Great service! They are tentative, friendly, but don't bother you too much. Ambience is casual and relaxing. They're right next to the Culver City public parking structure so very convenient and you pay less parking to eat here than most other restaurants in the area. read more

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Akasha is still offering catering even though the restaurant has sadly shuttered. We got Akasha for Thanksgiving and everything was delicious. I love that they have vegan and gluten free options. Especially loved the squash and cauliflower puree soup and the mashed potatoes were so yummy. Highly recommend for your holiday feasts! read more

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Very fresh ingredients. Generally great for the price point. Wish the Wagyu burger was a bit burger for the cost. Highly recommend the beet salad. Would love to come back to explore more of the dinner menu. Excellent customer service. Ambiance is quite laid back. read more

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I recently ate a lovely brunch at AKASHA. The menu was quite large, with salads, sandwiches and breakfast entrees. My breakfast burrito ($18) was on the small side, but it was quite delicious - eggs, chorizo, potato pancakes and queso fresco, with salsa verde and lime crema on the side. This was the first time I've ever had latkes in a breakfast burrito and it was DELICIOUS. Much better than regular hash browns, thanks to the addition of onions. Convenient parking in the lot behind the restaurant (first hour free). read more

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Met a friend for dinner at Akasha on a weeknight and had no problem walking in without a reservation. We wanted a place that was fairly quiet so we could talk and catch up, and Akashi was perfect. The server let us taste several wines before selecting the one we liked. The burrata salad on arugula was delicious as was the kale salad. We added salmon which wasn't an option on the menu but we were nicely accommodated. Pets are welcome as well. Highly recommend for a casual dinner. read more

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I met my friend here last night to celebrate our belated birthdays and I really LOVE Culver City. It's buzzing with great restaurants like this one. Francesca was our server and she was lovely. Great vibe and food! This is what we ordered; Pasta Bolognese Beet & Avocado Strawberry and Lemon Verbena Sorbet Kitchen Appreciation (3.00%) Not sure what exactly kitchen appreciation means but I do hope it goes towards the staff. All the food was so delicious! The pasta fresh and so good! The sorbet was refreshing and so tasty. The beet salad so good! Love beets. read more

I was admittedly a little skeptical coming in reading the reviews of the food, but the place well-exceeded my expectations. We were seated promptly by the server despite it being semi-busy on a Tuesday afternoon. We ordered the mushroom pizza and pea soup. The mushroom pizza had a deliciously crunchy crust, with a generous slathering of olive oil, paired with creamy goat cheese. The mushroom was well sautéed, not overly done. The service was excellent; they were super attentive. Seeing that we were sharing the dish, and they offered sharing plates immediately, along with some chili flakes (which we highly recommend! it added an extra layer of heat to the rich, savory flavors of the pizza.) My partner especially loved the Soup of the Day, which is a thick, creamy pea soup, which held a savory, earthy flavor almost. This is off topic, but I absolutely loved the music selection. Mr. Jones, Fade into You, Journey, Wonderwall, Save Tonight... bring the 90s back!!! We will definitely revisit this restaurant :) read more

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I forget that Culver City does not want you to drive your car there. And I know this is less about Akasha and they probably share my frustration about this but going to Culver City - the powers that be have NOT made it easy. Know that you CAN find a parking garage a few blocks away (totally hidden) and get an hour of free parking. Culver City is completely backwards in trying to encourage people to come for their restaurants - they need to look to Beverly Hills for inspiration. Moving on. Except this is to be clear... a business lunch and I wouldn't do it again in Culver City. It was OK. The menu isn't huge and my chopped salad was mostly chickpeas and pretty much no other ingredient. I didn't see any of the promised "pepperoncini, salami, provolone, grana padano". It was chopped greens with a lot of chickpeas. For $18, it wasn't great. My friend had the kale Ceaser with chicken and it looked ok. She didn't eat much. Iced tea with the typical politically correct sweeteners. I like the pink stuff. I didn't eat more than a few bites and I didn't take my salad home. I almost always do. This was just not great. On the other hand, it's a good place to have a meeting if you're going to... I don't know... bicycle in? I think if you're going to make it so inconvenient to get to your place, you need to be exceptional. This wasn't. It's just OK. read more

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I will be dreaming of this restaurant for who knows how long. Such a lovely modern restaurant, food is exquisite, and the vibe is perfect. I was looking at the menu online and one item immediately caught my eye- the piri piri chicken and also decided to come for Dine LA. We came on a Friday night and even though we had made a reservation, we still had to wait a bit. It seemed like they were understaffed. From the Dine LA option I ordered the winter chicory salad and the beef bourguinon. I loved the salad- manchego cheese, dates and almonds paired so well with the sherry vinaigrette. And the beef bourguinon was the star of the show for me. The beef served on a bed of mashed potatoes with a delicious red wine sauce and roasted carrots and beefs was pure perfection. For the non Dine LA options we got hummus and vegetables as well as the piri piri chicken. The vegetables with hummus were fine but nothing special. However we enjoyed the piri piri chicken and at half a chicken served with large cut potato wedges, it's the perfect amount. The piri piri chicken was spicy but nothing crazy. Personally I wasn't a fan of the white sauce they served it with but the chicken alone is delicious and has a ton of flavor so you don't even need the sauce. Please get the piri piri chicken, you won't regret! For dessert I got the the chocolate layer cake as an option from the Dine LA menu. It was a freshly baked brownie served with coffee ice cream. The brownie had a rich fudgie texture. Honestly so so good. It reminded me of a pizookie. Overall it was a very nice meal and I would love to come back again to try other dishes! read more

Even on its last day of service, Akasha's food and service continued to be top notch. We stopped in for a farewell drink at the dimly lit stylish spot. Wound up staying for a happy hour drink and a double order of onion rings. The staff was kind and communicative as the kitchen staff had to scramble to make sure we would have ketchup and eventually aioli for the perfectly battered light as air onion rings. This local favorite will be missed in Culver City. read more

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NOOO! Don't go! Reliable quality, guaranteed good food.  They do healthy like the Hummus & Crudite, a pretty, bright plate with so many veggie flavors. They all interact a little differently with the hummus, which is really fun. Silky cubes put some sweetness into an earthy, crunchy papadum in the Yellowtail & Pomegranate Crudo. Standout sauce. Lunch is a bit of a limited menu, not that it's unreasonable to offer mostly salads and sandwiches. And I did enjoy the Wagyu Beef Burger - it's a very good burger, no complaints, and fries are usually a throwaway, but theirs have a more savory finish, and the aioli has the perfect hit of acid.   Akasha got a lukewarm review from my first visit, but I do like them overall and am sad to see them go. read more

I am surprised that this place, in sum, got a 3.5 on average. I enjoyed the experience but I did have to work to enjoy it. I arrived early to the joint and took a self-guided tour of their bakery section, which also doubled as their prepared food section, kind-of. For example, in one of my pictures I showed a picture of a refrigerator packed with pre-packaged soups, like Tortilla and Turkey Chili both gluten-free. Available, was also Nonna Sauce, a type of marina sauce. Truth be told, in their label packages the sauce and soups looked sad, and by sad I mean unappetizing. But to be fair, food that is served to be on a plate must look unappetizing in kitchen backrooms. I am confident that a home cook can take the packaged contents and make them happy to be re-heated. I just do not think that people will take the soup and sauces, looking like they do. I know one is not suppose to judge a book by appearance, but I ask- if the option was to take home a torn and battered version of To Kill a Mocking Bird or one that was pristine and leather bound which option would get picked up? The place also had pre-packaged meals like Potato Pancakes, Tandori Chicken Wings, and eggplant parm. These meals looked more inviting, and could possibly taste better re-heated. I guess the soups and sauces suffered from looking like slop before re-heat. I could more easily imagine enjoying the meals even when they were just frozen and packaged. Before I move on, I would like to note that a lot of their baked goods were also glutten free, and one was vegan. So all different eaters may likely find a pastry made just for them. Despite the inclusivity of the baked goods, they still seem like they had better days. Jordan was our server. I ordered an ice latte before my partner in dine came, Liz. The latte was unique because it was made out of Turmeric. It was a risk, I knew it. But I am also open to learning. I tasted the latte, took two big gulps and decided it was not for me. The drink had no sweet notes, like at all. I had to return it. Jordan was kind and quirky about it. I appreciate anyone who whistles while they work, either literally or figuratively. I am not telling servers to smile but maybe like teaching, serving, is at its core a performative role, because when one performs when hopefully engages others well. My main dish was the Shakhsuka- a baked egg dish with saffron, tomato sauce, aragula, feta and also bread on the side. Again, I ordered to defy my comfort zone. On the side, I had the house's turkey sausage and their home fries. The turkey sausage I could not finish. They were overdone, meaning they had too much going, to be delicious, in terms of herbs and spices. Maybe complexity does not belong in morning meats. After having a few bites of the Shakhsuka I was underwhelm. The aragula taste was too present. I had to remove some from the plate, like a gardener removes weeds from the sidewalk. I dunked the bread into the Shakhsuka and it felt like I was dipping bread into marinara but the marinara was not flavorful, its flavor profile was shallow. I let the Shakhsuka sit, I was not enjoying it. Then I took some of the potatoes and tried them with the sauce and the duo hit. I took all potatoes and dunked them in the sauce. Yum! Yum! Yum! I had taken the pieces and made them work--- finally to a dish I can gush about! Liz told me that the eggs in the Shakhsuka still cooked. Perhaps the flavors settled into their own taste. The bread was not what I needed to enjoy the Shakhsuka made for dipping. But the mixture of potato and Shakhsuka, as stated before, was the ticket to flavor town, where I enjoyed being. The space itself was gorgeous-- high ceilings with these chandeliers that look like petals hung up side down, a few petals, not many. The flower was not wilting in Winter, the flower had only a few petals because it knew that these are the only ones it needed to be elegant and beautiful and arresting to the eye. The glow was dim but enough. read more

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Came with a friend for lunch and ordered a kale salad. I was very underwhelmed when they brought out since it was a pile of kale and drawing, Parmesan and croutons were on the side vs mixed. It's definitely not the same kale salad I remember and paying $17 for just kale leaves isn't worth it. I added chicken for $6 which was also a very small serving. Service was fine and server was friendly but disappointed in the food read more

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A Royal Review from Princess Mozzarella Akasha - Downtown Culver City's Hidden Gem Hello, dear readers of refined taste and sensitive tummies! I'm Mozzarella, the Pink Poodle Princess -- loyal companion, and a very important gluten detection service pup-in-training. And today, I must bark from the rooftops about my number one favorite place in all of Los Angeles -- a place so magical, so nourishing, so welcoming, it makes my floofy tail do a happy tap dance every time we walk there: AKASHA Yes, that Akasha, tucked sweetly in downtown Culver City. The food? Immaculate. The energy? Glowy and warm. The vibes? Chef's kiss. ‍ Let me tell you something very important: my mom (the sparkling star of my universe) has celiac disease. Not the trendy kind. The real, blister-causing, painful, hyper-sensitive kind. And Akasha is the ONLY restaurant where she's been eating for years and has NEVER gotten sick. That is HUGE. That is miraculous. That is worth a thousand golden biscuits. Not only do they deeply understand gluten cross-contamination, they treat it with respect and care. Every banana bread slice, every sweet potato fry, every cozy turkey meatloaf from their market fridge -- it's all made with love and integrity. I personally enjoy lounging on the pet-friendly patio, where the staff always greets me with kindness. Sometimes the kitchen even makes me my own little chicken dish (though let's be real, I'm holding out for steak ). My tail wags just hearing the word "Akasha." My favorite human enjoys: * The warm banana bread (gluten-free and dreamy!) * The sweet potato fries * The roasted Brussels sprouts * The chicken -- simple, safe, flavorful * Their daily matcha lattes * The homemade-style market meals (hello, dairy-free mashed potatoes and latkes!) * ...and most of all, the consistent peace of mind And let's talk about dessert -- because Akasha is one of the only restaurants in the entire galaxy that serves a vegan and gluten-free brownie with ice cream that actually tastes like magic and not cardboard. My mom has searched far and wide -- through trendy cafés and health food havens -- and no one else comes close. The fact that you can order a real, indulgent, gooey, warm brownie with ice cream at a regular restaurant (not just a vegan-only spot) is a dessert miracle. It makes us feel included, celebrated, and oh-so-sweetly spoiled. Truly, Akasha is a rare gem -- a dreamy, delicious haven for sensitive tummies and sparkly souls alike. And the history?! Don't get me started! The building used to be a surgeon's hospital, and there's even an old tunnel from the Culver Hotel. I've heard rumors it's haunted -- and honestly, I adore that. Haunted or not, it's filled with warmth, wonder, and good energy. It feels like visiting your artsy, spiritually-attuned aunt who gives great hugs and always has fresh banana bread. It's not a corporate chain. It's a mom-and-pop dream, created by Akasha and her husband -- real people who care about quality, comfort, and community. In short: Akasha is not just a restaurant. It's a sanctuary. It's a daily hug. It's our second home. And this little poodle will bark about it forever. With full paws and a full heart, Mozzarella the Poodle Princess of Culver Kingdom read more

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Excellent ambiance, excellent service, an interesting and satisfying menu (trust me - we ate half of it tonight), and a terrific cocktails program at the amply stocked bar. The Brussels sprouts, Sev Puri Chaat, and cacio e pepe were especially strong. I just wish they could be a bit more liberal with corkage. The wine list is ok, but there are a lot of things I would rather drink with that food that they aren't ever going to stock. read more

Consistent. Welcoming. Classy. If you're ever looking for a sure shot at a good quality meal that is locally sourced- sustainable and delicious - search no more. You want sexy & classy with a hometown feel- search no more. I love coming here- it's usually with a +1 or more but today I came solo. Chris (manager) & Anthony (bartender) were superb. It felt like dining with old friends I hadn't seen in awhile. Customer service is a 12/10! read more

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June 2024 | Culver City: Dined here tonight with two friends & fell in love with the salmon & broccolini, yum! We ordered plenty & shared each dish, as plates are small, but mighty! Salmon: Melt in your mouth delicious; tender & plenty of flavor, which made my tastebuds incredibly happy! I will order again!! Broccolini: Flavorful & flat out delicious, especially when you squeeze the lemon over this dish! Yum! I can still taste it as I write! I will order again!! Beet & Avocado Salad: Loved! Flavorful, plentiful & will order again! I love beets, in this case, golden beets! Yum! I will order again!! Onion Rings: Yum & yes, please! Arrives with two sauces! I preferred ketchup over the paprika aioli! Squash Blossom Pizza: Very tasty, enjoyed the flavor! Gochujang Cauliflower: Light flavor w/a bit of spice. I would not order again. I have Gochujang at home & it's quite flavorful! In fact, I'm used to its strong flavor; it really stands out! Suburbanite Mocktail: Pretty pink color, light, refreshing & without alcohol; cranberry lime & toasted rosemary! Customer Service: Everyone we interacted with from the moment we walked in was super friendly & often plenty of laughter, as well as service with a smile, loved it! Thanks again to everyone! Overall: I'm excited to eat at Akasha again! Simply thinking of the Salmon & Broccolini makes my mouth water, yummy!! Let's go! read more

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THE best salmon salad I have ever had at a restaurant in my life... this is not an exaggeration. The salmon is perfectly crunchy on the outside and moist, but not undercooked on the inside. I did specifically ask for it to be cooked all the way through so not sure if you need to do that if that's the way you like it too. But I do know that the outside is always crunchy, that's what they're known for. Riri at the front and Kenny at the bar made this experience EXCELLENT with their kind service and going above and beyond for me. Five stars on all fronts: food, ambience, and service! read more

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Akasha has been a staple in Culver City since 2008, and while I've spent plenty of days working from their attached coffee shop, I hadn't actually eaten at the restaurant until recently. I went for a networking lunch last week--it was a convenient mid-point to meet up, and none of us had tried it before. Making a reservation was easy, and there's a parking lot directly behind the restaurant, which made things super convenient. We sat out on the patio, which was quiet and perfect for conversation. The service was friendly and attentive. We started with the hummus & crudité, which I could probably skip next time--it was a bit on the bland side. I had the fish tacos for my main; they turned out to be fried (which I wasn't expecting), but they were still really tasty. My colleagues ordered the BLT and the burger--both looked great and got good reviews. Portions were generous without being too much. All in all, I'm glad I finally got to check it out! read more

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Weird experience here. Our waitress was so nice but I feel like this restaurant has a lot of work to do in terms of timing. My friends and I ordered quite a few dishes, but tell me why I ordered the exact same thing as my friend so 3/4 entrees arrived at the same time but mine came about 30 minutes later... We also waited a super long time for our entrees despite it not being incredibly busy inside the restaurant. My group noticed that another table got their food first despite us being seated first. The food is pretty good. I really liked the French toast and the breakfast entrees but I will say service makes or breaks a meal. I was so hangry LOL read more

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All the food was delicious! The paprika aioli was so yummy with the french fries. The black bean chilaquiles was so yummy. The sauce that drenched the chips was delicious but the chips weren't too soggy. It was still the perfect texture and upheld its structure. The fried egg was done perfectly and the black beans complimented the chips well! read more

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Came here for brunch with 3 other friends today. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was tasty and the portions were perfect to be finished in one setting. The banana bread was really really good, and gluten free. There were a lot of gluten free options in general. The outdoor seating is shaded and kept cool on a hot day. Nearby paid parking just walking distance in a large parking garage. It's free for 60 minutes. I was here for 2.5 hours and it only cost me $3. The only issue I have with this restaurant is that when I asked my server if I could substitute my potatoes for fruit I was told that there are no substitutions. I could add fruit and pay extra for it but I could not substitute the potatoes for anything other than salad. Most restaurants let me substitute potatoes for fruit for a small fee and I think it would be nice if the restaurant did that. read more

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AMAZING spot in Culver City! We were here for a team dinner with about 20 people and were offered a pre fixed menu. Our team loved every bit of it and the service was amazing. We had a chance to work with the owner Alan to coordinate everything and it was seamless from beginning to end. Highlights from the menu included the salmon, Cacio e Pepe and chopped salad. Few things to note is that the spot is super vibey inside -- didn't know what to expect as it was our first time but we loved how dimly lit it was and how it felt like you were dining in a luxe open air industrial loft. The cocktails were also quite whimsical and we loved how unique they were! They had an alcoholic matcha drink as an example. Parking is also free in the garage in the back. Will definitely be back! read more

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Had a great experience. We ordered flat iron steak, salmon, spaghetti & turkey meatballs, rigatoni and wine. One slight complaint, we ordered meatballs as an appetizer which was great. However the meatballs with the spaghetti were on the dry side - dry enough where we didn't finish it. Overall we were happy with everything and would come again. read more

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The bacon-jalapeño mac & cheese was absolutely amazing!! Special thanks to the staff who was very friendly and attentive. Will definitely return in the future. read more

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I tried this spot for dinner and ordered the Wagyu burger, but unfortunately, it wasn't cooked quite right. Girlfriend had the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe, she mentioned it was okay -- nothing special. The onion rings as an app, were nothing amazing. The ambiance at night is definitely a highlight--great atmosphere and a nice setting. Service was okay but felt a bit rushed at times. read more

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Came here for lunch and their food was delicious. I ordered the quinoa veggies stir fry with shrimp and it was very flavorful. My friend's dishes all looked good too. They ordered burgers and tacos. Service was great. Very attentive to always serve us water and check in on how we are doing. read more

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The ambiance is classy and cozy, a fun vibe even mid-week on a Wednesday night. We shared a few dishes: 1. Brussel Sprouts, not my favorite, but others liked them 2. Cauliflower- delicious! 3. Squash Blossom Pizza- not a fan at all 4. Burrata Salad- pretty good, but nothing mind blowing 5. Tofu curry- a bit too sweet for my taste, and the tofu was just thrown in, without being seared or fried I also tried the butternut squash soup, which I loved. They used a lot of fresh herbs on their other dishes, which also elevated the taste of everything. Our server was great. He let us know it was "Wine Wednesday" (1/2 off bottles), and we chose an orange wine, which was fantastic. Definitely worth trying if you're in the neighborhood! read more

Good food Perfect lighting and sound Great friendly service Elegant Nice design High ceilings Wine deals on Wednesdays Jazz nights Great Culver City spot!! read more

Makini is super friendly and had great attitude. We sat at the bar area and got bluddy Mary which was super delicious! Nice restaurant. Good music and nice environment read more

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Akasha has one of the best happy hour menus I've seen. In total my bf and I paid $85 (including 18% tip) - This includes 1 cheeseburger, wings, meatballs & garlic bread, fries and onion rings, 1 rose & 1 beer. The decor is very modern and sophisticated. read more

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I like this place especially when they have specialty menus. I've been here several times with friends visiting from out of town, or even out of the country. The peach menu is truly something special. It only happens for a couple weeks a year when the summer peaches are in season. They are from farm to table with the peaches. The menus are unusual and different each year. The wait staff is well trained and friendly. The weekend brunch is also nice, I like their tiramisu French toast. The coffee is always great. Beautiful restaurants in a historic building. Years ago it used to be a doctor's office and a hospital. Lots of Hollywood/LA history in the area. Fun to bring friends there to explore. I recommend this place for these reasons. read more

I decided I have to update my review because the salmon tonight was once again beyond phenomenal. There are no words except this is beyond a five star. They had cream corn under it and some kind of a squash. It was ridiculously delicious. Plus I had my regular beet and avocado salad that's done with an Asian dressing and our server, Natalie is so sweet and so professionaland this is our regular date night place so we will be coming back again and again and again. And my lemon drop ... Purrfect ! read more

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There's a reason Akasha is one of the longest-standing restaurants in Culver City- it's great! Great food, drinks, vibe, pricing, and service. Never had a miss in 15 years of dining. read more

So bummed to hear that today October 5,2025 will be their last day of service. I truly enjoyed dining here. Great service, good food, and cool vibes. Akasha will be sorely missed. read more

I've been here for dinner and happy hour several times over the years. I'd never written a review before today. Each visit was pretty good until my now. This time there was one thing that irked me, that's why minus one star. Let's start with the good. Food is consistently tasty with interesting twists. All our picks from shared apps to entrees were delicious. Wine list is very good too. A no-brainer pick: select one marked "recommended" FYI: do yourself a favor, order a bottle (not by the glass) to avoid overly oxidized wine. Having tasted a few reds, I noticed they'd "gone bad" and were too warm for serving... they weren't stored properly after uncorking. Service was fine not exceptional. We were celebrating an occasion so we were busy chatting and eating that's why nothing stood out as bad or great. First server was friendly. Parking is easy in the garage behind the restaurant. First hour free, $1/every 30 min after. Safe and well-lit. They don't validate! Finally, the reason for knocking off a star. It just rubbed me the wrong way. The dinner was for my birthday (listed on my Rez). Since no one asked, one friend told the server it's my birthday after seeing a table nearby get a dessert with a candle (she told me this later). So AFTER we ordered our shared dessert, a server brings me an empty plate with one lit candle melted to the center. Seriously? What is that? Never seen anything like it! SMH Total letdown knowing another table got a proper b'day dessert. I felt slighted. Our bill was pretty big for a small group so you'd think one free dessert wouldn't break them? Better nothing than that absurdity. I will go back for the food/wine but not on any special occasion. read more

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Went for the dine la experience and it was decent. The interior was nice and clean. The service was also good. I got the yogurt w/ granola and it was just okay. The mimosa was decent too. The reason why I'm ranking this place higher is because of the burger, it was pretty good and had a nice charred flavor. For a future dine la menu though, I'd reccomend going for something more unique because this seemed like average food to me to pay for dine la. read more

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This restaurant is truly the cornerstone of Culver City! It's my go-to spot for weekend brunch, happy hour, or dinner with friend. If you're gluten-intolerant, you have to check this place out--the gluten-free options are next level.The gluten free Onion Rings are way better than traditional onion rings. They have diverse food menu for everyone to enjoy, even if you have friends who are picky eaters. I love that they make incredible frozen dishes you can take home. It's a total lifesaver on busy nights when you don't have time to cook. I just heat up one of their pre-made dishes and it tastes like I'm dining out, right at home.The staff is warm and welcoming, and the restaurant itself is set inside a beautiful landmark building, which makes every visit feel special. read more

Yummy food and drink with good vegetarian options about at Akasha. We headed there with a party of 10 after an event at a nearby bookstore and they were able to seat us almost right away on the patio which had plenty of heaters to keep us warm. The staff was great and delivered the food quickly. My wife and I shared the Bali Tofu Curry which was beautiful and delicious, and the Arugula & Date Salad which also looked and tasted fantastic. Everything we saw brought out to our fellow diners really looked great and no one had a complaint about anything. Also took a few nibbles on the Garden of Carrots dish which, again looked gorgeous and tasted like a whole spiritual reinvention of carrots. They really pay a lot of attention to the visual impact the food makes and the flavors that they bring are a perfect match to that aesthetic. I also had the Golden Hour Cocktail which was bourbon based, though I didn't taste much bourbon in it. (So either that wasn't that match or it was just super-well mixed.) It was, at least a delight to look at. We'd come back and try more. read more

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A friend of mine gave me a gift certificate for this restaurant. So last night I finally had time to check it out. We ordered the meatballs with the marinara sauce as an appetizer and it was excellent. The next thing we received was a beet salad (it literally had about six little pieces of beets, so the waiter brought some additional beets) it was tasty but by the time I was to my second bite (one minute later) they brought the main dishes, which I thought was a big mistake because there should be separation. I enjoyed the seafood curry, but for my taste it was a little too sweet. They brought out the wrong pasta for my wife so they had to remake that while I was trying to eat my food when it was hot and the salad is still in front of me. My wife had the pasta with duck Ragu . She enjoyed that. There was definitely some communication problems with our server but it was still an enjoyable dinner. The ambience is nice but it's definitely on the loud side. I inquired about their happy hour because I'm in that area between four and six pm occasionally. What I found out it only includes drinks and there's no food involved in the happy hour so we'll see because I would possibly like a small happy hour snack . They do serve their regular menu but no happy hour specials on the food. read more

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