Delightful! Some colleagues and I decided to give this place a shot since we work in the area and it had a Dine LA special going on. I could tell from the moment that we were led into the dining room and saw the big grill in the back that this was going to be a fun evening! Before we even ordered, we were offered a cup of vegetable broth as a starter. The broth was excellent, and appreciated despite it being a hot and humid day. I suspect that the composition varies based on the kitchen scraps, but we all agreed that it was great. After the broth, the waiter stopped by to walk us through his recommendations and some background about the restaurant. Even though we were doing Dine LA, he was able to give us some suggestions on pairings, and I apprecaited how he walked us through each item as it was brought to the table. For the first course, we tried both the torta frita with cashew butter, and the chipas with tomato butter. I was impressed with how everythign was thorugh out - the dishes, the butter knives carved out of single pieces of wood. The flowers that popped on the otherwise plain cashew butter, the (if memory serves) toasted buckwheat seeds on the tomato butter. You eat with your eyes first, and mine were feasting while they were laying everything out! The cashew butter was slightly sweet with the honey, and it paired well with the crispy torta. Spreading the butter was a bit awkward, but we made it work. The toamto butter was likewise great. With both breads and butters, what I loved most was actually the combinations of textures. There was thought given to how the ingredients paired together. The crispy torta, for exmaple, was paired with the smooth cashew butter, while the soft chipa was paired with the "crunchy" tomato butter. The second course was likewise impressive. We mixed and matched a number of different appetizers. I can't speak for the empanada (it was devoured before I could try it!), but the hamachi crudo was fresh, tasty, and delicate, and it was fun to watch them pour the sauce on tableside. What was most impressive, however, was the burnt avocado salad, which has the most unique preparation thad I had ever seen. What looks like an unpeeled avocado is actually a peeled avocado that has been charred so that the blackened surface resembles an avocado skin! The char on the fatty avocado paired well with the bitter salad greens and the vinagraite. The crispy onions and candied lemon bits sprinkeld through out were barely visible yet added delightful little flavor bombs and some texture. For the third course, each of the entrees was excellent. Two of us ordered steaks, and I noticed that they didn't ask us for our desired doneness. While some might be squeamish, I appreciated they made the call to serve the meat how they thought was best. Their choice delivered. The steaks were great, tender and well seasoned, and with no strong herbs or spices to hide behind. That said, I tried a bite of the short rib, and I think that was even better! Someone else ordered the pork and paired it with the peppers per the waiters suggestion, and that combiantion was delightful. At the end of the meal, we decided to get deserts, which weren't included with the Dine LA. We ordered a "Ode to DDL" which was basically like a dulce de leche version of molten chocolate cake. Our second desert was a chocolate & Sabayon. I didn't read the menu description carefully enough and didn't realize that the foam... icing? topping? would have a liquor added to it. On its own it was a bit much, but together with the chocolate and the caramel it worked well together. Speaking of which, I attached a photo, but the desert came with a massive piece of caramel crisp that was a lot of fun to break with a spoon! Overall, it was an incredibly enjoyable experience. The food was great, the staff was fun, attentive, and knowledgeable, and the whole restaurant was thoughtfully put together. It was a little pricey, but I think the experience was worth it. We're already planning our next trip back! read more

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The waitress, Yeilis ,greeted us and was very charming and gracious. As recent newlyweds the restaurant comped us champagne which was a kind gesture. We had the cheese bread, the crudo, and empanadas for starters. They were fantastic. The decor of the restaurant is also really nice.. For mains, we had the rock cod which was good, but challenging to eat since it had a lot of bones. But the peppers were great. The avocado salad was good. The only dish that was so so were the artichokes. They just didn't have much flavor. Cocktails were terrific. Service was top notch, it's always nice to watch people work who are great in their job. read more

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Went for my birthday, unfortunately a mistake. Waited 5 minutes for the host to show as he lost his shall. Was told to go to the bar first even though the restaurant was empty. Asked the bartender how their day was, first thing out of their mouth was "bad" and she was really busy, so we just sat and waited in the empty "lounge". Once at our table, it took another 5 minutes for the waiter to come by. The food was alright but not spectacular, the ribeye and potatoes were cold. We had our apps before our drinks arrived and felt rushed to finish even though we wanted to enjoy a drink with it. The worst part was after dinner we sat at an empty table for 15 minutes (no exaggeration) waiting for someone to refill our drinks and tell us the desert menu. There were 3 people who were supposed to be supervising the tables, watching our waiter cater to half the restaurant, with the whole staff walking by our empty table not doing anything. It's sad they kept mentioning "the experience", but it was a bad one. read more

This was our first time at ALTO. I found it on Google because I'm always looking to try new places, and the photos immediately caught my attention. I especially loved the open-kitchen concept where you can see the chefs in action from the dining room, and that was honestly one of the main reasons I made the reservation. When we arrived, we were greeted by the hostess and sat in the lounge area before moving over to the bar. The bartenders were very friendly. We ordered a red sangria and an Old Fashioned, but unfortunately neither drink was really to our liking. They were a little too sweet for us, and at $50 for the two drinks, I thought the pricing was pretty high considering we didn't really enjoy them. Once we were seated in the main dining room, I was actually really impressed with the atmosphere. The restaurant is beautiful, and I was excited to eat there. Our waiter explained the menu and took our order. I ordered a glass of red wine right away, but unfortunately he forgot about it. I had to flag him down later, and he apologized and offered to pour me a little extra, which I appreciated. As far as the food, this is where the experience really fell short for us. We started with the cheese bread with tomato butter, which was actually very good and one of the highlights of the night. I ordered the catch of the day, which was trout and I ordered the side of potatoes which the waiter said complimented the trout well. The potatoes were probably the best thing I ate all night. The trout itself was okay, but nothing memorable. My husband ordered the ribeye medium, and unfortunately it was extremely disappointing. I would honestly give the steak about a 2/10. It was so tough and rubbery that his knife was struggling to cut through it. He said it felt like he was chewing on a piece of rubber, which is definitely not what you expect when ordering a $95 ribeye at a restaurant in this price range. Overall, I feel like the atmosphere and vibe are much better than the actual food. I really wanted to love this place because the restaurant itself is beautiful, the open kitchen is such a cool concept, and our service overall was fine aside from the forgotten wine. But when you're spending around $300 for dinner for two, plus another $50 at the bar beforehand, the food needs to match the price point. Unfortunately, for us, it didn't. The cheese bread and potatoes were the highlights, but that's not enough to justify the price or bring us back. Beautiful restaurant and great concept, but based on our experience, I would not recommend it and we won't be returning. read more

Came here on a Friday night, for date night. We enjoyed an array of food, with recommendations from our attentive server, Michaela. Not pictured, the divine cocktails. I had one with fig infused tequila and I'll dream of it for the rest of my days. As for the food, the concept that everything touches the flame added a lot of dimension to the flavor. Shout out to the leeks, prawns and lamb. All memorable dishes. The empanada was good, but as a Venezuelan, I'm always partial to less dough! Decor is elevated and nice, but my husband complained about his seat. The angle was not comfortable, which distracted him from fully being present at the meal. Don't snooze on the Uruguayan port! read more

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Had a reservation at ALTO for 6:30 for 2 Arrived right on time, got seated at the bar for 15 minutes. Got a broth , it was mushroom and delicious actually while we waited on the cocktails we ordered. Once seated we waited another 15 minutes for the cocktails we ordered at the bar to arrive. We finished our cocktails in about 20 minutes so we ordered another . We received our food 1 hour into our reservation, it was very good, but I had no drink the entire meal which was a bummer , it was ordered just took forever.. The food was interesting , but really great. Consistency was spot on. The chefs did an incredible job. Once ordered, food came out timely and we had all courses before my drink came. We skipped dessert as we were getting tired and full. The check came to 300$ for 2 people with 2 rounds of drinks. Our server disappeared at some point and someone else asked us for dessert order and checked us out ? Decent time. Cocktails were well made, just took forever . The ambiance was nice, the seating was a tad close together , not much privacy for a conversation.. but it was fine. It's very beautiful inside . It's a nice place to bring have an upscale date. read more

ALTO Fire to Table - 17$ tea? - Latin American Near Me - Studio City, California

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We were transported to Uruguay and Argentina last week by way of ALTO Fire to Table and it was incredible. I had a client in town for the holidays and I took him, his girlfriend, my wife and myself there last Saturday after seeing the positive reviews and that they made it on the L.A. Times Top 101 restaurants of the year. From the moment we walked in, we knew we were in store for an otherworldly experience. The place itself is absolutely gorgeous starting with a super cozy sitting area next to a nice big fireplace and the bar. There are 2 other sets of yummy leather and wood chairs that help with the feeling of being transported to Argentina and Uruguay. I mean, I've never been to either of those two countries but I imagine them having similar fine dining spots. The very friendly and helpful hostess took our drink order and my wife and I enjoyed the fire for a few moments until my guests arrived. While we were seated, a server brought over a warm bowl of about the tastiest broth I've ever had. It was simple, light but full of flavor. When my client and his girlfriend arrived, we were promptly seated in the equally beautiful dining room and the drinks started flowing. The cocktail hit of the night was the JARDIN de ALTURA ($23) made with tequila infused with fig leaves, orange liqeur, magnolia flower nectar (!!), herb oil and corn salt. This drink was absolutely wonderful if very pricey. Preferring a more traditional drink first, my first cocktail of the night was the GARRA CHARRUA ($20) or traditional Uruguayan Highball made with Rosa Negra Grappa Miel (honey), lemon juice, perrier and lemon peel. It was very good and came with a square column of clear ice but the Jardin was definitely better. Our friendly server helped guide us with our order and suggested we try at least one or two of the bread appetizers....so we ordered all FOUR and they were insane. They were small but perfect for sharing for the four of us and we demolished them. We ordered the Torta Frita ($12) with the perfect sphere of cashew butter and rosemary honey, the Criollo ($17) with herb butter, the Chipa ($15) with tomato butter and the many layered Marseilles ($11) with Chimichurri butter. I usually don't order (and pay for) a bread course but these little delights were incredible. Truly life changing they were so freakin' good. I don't honestly know if I could pick a favorite and well, like I said, the drinks had already started to flow...but that Marseilles was pretty amazing. If you can, order them all. We then shared the Burnt Avocado Salad ($25) and my friend/client and I couldn't resist the lovely oysters (the women folk don't care for oysters much to our benefit). The salad was interesting, nice and light and while the avocado sure looked "burnt", it wasn't. Perhaps this wasn't a standout but it was a nice salad. The oysters were fantastic and beautifully presented. Oh! And how could I forget, each couple shared one of the highly recommended "OG" Empanadas ($12) made with housemade dough and filled with braised beef, served with Llajua sauce. These little suckers were awesome. The waitress mentioned that people have a hard time sharing these but considering all that we ordered...we were totally fine. For our mains, we ordered the Pork "Txuleta" ($62) - A 12oz. house dry aged Ped & Barnets Pork chop applewood smoked and roasted in Kombu seaweed. This was absolutely delicious as was the Ribeye special ($93) - slowly roasted 12 oz. dry aged ribeye with hollandaise on the side and served with wild mushrooms. They recommend this cooked medium rare which is usually too cooked for me but it was fantastic. Because we were still hungry....KIDDING...but we did actually order the recommended Peppers ($22) - Piquillo Peppers slowly confited for 5 hours in the charcoal oven. This actually was one of my favorite dishes...so much flavor...just wow. Make sure you eat them when they're hot as the fat of the dish did congeal as the evening went on. We also ordered the Eggplant ($20) - Japanese eggplant braised in honey and bay leaf broth, slowly roasted on the grill, served with eggplant smoky sauce. This was a nice dish but not exactly how I expected it to be. The peppers were definitely the highlight of the sides and I couldn't stop eating them. And for dessert...HOW IS IT POSSIBLE?? We couldn't resist the Chocolate & Sambayon ($25) and the Ode to DDL (We were charged $28 but the menu read $27). These dishes were remarkably yummy. Ode to DDL is an "A la minute" Dulce de Leche Souffle with housemade Dulce de Leche ice cream...truly the bomb as was the Chiffon Cacao Cake with 70% chocolate mousse and Oporto Zabaglione foam and topped with carob brittle. I loved every aspect of our experience at Alto....BUT...if I hadn't been using my expense account, I probably would have never visited. The prices are C-R-A-Z-Y. $25-$27 (or in our case $28) for a dessert, $20-$25 for cocktails and even $93 for the ribeye....in Studio City..... read more

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One of the best meals I've had in a while. Can't wait to go back and have a nice bottle of Tannat.

We had a wonderful birthday dinner with friends at Alto, filled with perfectly grilled meats, savory sides, and beautiful desserts. I think one needs to have a bit of patience when dining here. They grill large cuts of meat that naturally take time to reach perfection. We were seated out on the patio. I was hesitant about the weather, but they had plenty of heaters to keep us and our plates warm. Our server explained that we should consider ordering a variety of dishes to share. We took that advice and chose the Provoleta as an appetizer, followed by the Asado Banderita, Pork Txuleta, and Monkfish. For sides, we ordered the eggplant and peppers. Let's start with that Provoleta. That round, crispy cheese was unbelievably delicious. Who doesn't like fried cheese? The fennel pesto softened the tangy provolone beautifully. When our entrées and sides arrived, we had a hard time deciding which dish was the best. While we enjoyed the eggplant and its pleasant, smoky char, those peppers were absolutely heavenly. Any description won't truly do them justice. You need to order them to experience how wonderful they are. The monkfish was sweet and firm, reminiscent of lobster. The Asado Banderita was savory, with the perfect chew that tells you you're eating a perfectly grilled short rib. The Pork Txuleta was equally outstanding. The chop had crisp edges and fat that simply melted away. Every one of these dishes stood out in its own way. You could tell the chef was telling a story through the technique behind each one. We moved inside for dessert and cocktails at the end of the meal, with a perfect view of the open-fire grill. For dessert, we chose a lemon creme brulee and a magical pear with pistachio. Both were excellent and ended the evening with just the right amount of sweetness. In case you couldn't tell, Alto is very good. read more

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Service was warm and friendly across the board. The one hiccup was the start of the experience. We were checked in at the door and sent to a lounge area with no real explanation, which felt a little confusing since we could see open tables. We later learned this is just how they kick things off, which is a nice idea, but a quick "grab a drink while we get your table set" would make it feel a lot more intentional. After that the night was great. Our waitress was wonderful, the rib eye was cooked perfectly, the peppers and bread were both excellent, and the DDL dessert is a must. Only miss was the squash blossoms with prawn cake, not really our thing. We mentioned it casually to our waitress and my husband told her not to take it off the check. She did it anyway. That kind of thoughtfulness goes a long way. Beautiful space, will definitely be back. Cocktails and wine were also great! read more

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South American cuisine prepared over an open fire. Beautiful open kitchen in the back where you can watch your meals being prepared. Love the rustic vibe. Very romantic. Perfect date location. Also has a separate bar/lounge area that's open before the restaurant for you to enjoy a cocktail while waiting for the rest of your party. Food was also good. Would love to come back o try a few other dishes. Here's some tastings 1. Criollo: thinly sliced bread stacked together. Can either separate them and enjoy individually or as a whole. Pairs beautifully with herb butter. Really liked this choice for starter. Sorry not great with the explanation but posting a pic for you to see for yourself. 2. Asado Banderita: dry aged short rib steak. Felt it was overcooked and dry. Very difficult to cut with the steak knife. Should have asked for medium to medium rare. Not bad flavor but just cooked a little more than what I would have liked. 3. Japanese eggplant: this is a side dish ordered separately. Japanese eggplant braised in honey and bay leaf broth served on top of eggplant puree. By far my favorite. Fantastic. Must order 4. Ode to DDL "A La Minute": dolce de Leche soufflé with house made dolce de Leche ice cream. Takes time to make so should order early. Very good. Overall very romantic and beautiful venue. Wouldn't mind going back to try a few other dishes. read more

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Excellent dinner experience! While the inside was packed, we had a more quiet, intimate dinner on the patio. The weather was perfect! For food we kicked off with Criollo and Chipa- both were smaller dishes and excellent! I loved the Criollo! From the starters we got the OG Empanada and Chimichurri Prawns. Both tasty, but the heirloom & peaches were our favorite. We finished with the Potato and Surf and Turf. The restaurant is great for date night but we saw a few family groups. Service was excellent as well. We are defined coming back. Also while there is street parking, they also have valet ($10). read more

ALTO Fire to Table - Surf and turf - Latin American Near Me - Studio City, California

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Cassandra is a sweat heart and such a good attitude , she knows how to make amazing cocktails this is a new restaurant and the design is so BEAUTIFUL! I would recommend it for date night and large parties especially for birthday Great vibes read more

ALTO Fire to Table - Jardin de Altura - Latin American Near Me - Studio City, California

One of the best dining experiences I've had. Went during Dine LA week and the menu was awesome and our waitress, Lauren recommended nothing but gems You'll spend a bag here but it's incredibly worth it. The food imported from a whole other country so it's deeply authentic. Ambience was chefs kiss with the moody colors read more

ALTO Fire to Table - Short rib, paqillo peppers, potatoes, fish - Latin American Near Me - Studio City, California

The vibes, service and food were lovely. We went on a weeknight at 6pm so we did not experience any wait issues as noted by prior guests. The open concept kitchen, aesthetics and flavors were all wonderful. The staff was gracious and welcoming. I want it to do well. Cocktails were creative and fantastic. Well curated wine list. Highlights were the avocado salad, peppers, lamb and squid. The breads are unique but a bit too well done and portion is small for the price. The prawns, were good and our least favorite was the Gnocchi. Lukewarm, needed more flavor and its breaded but sitting in a broth. Our soufflé. Ice cream served on top. It really tainted the soufflé experience a bit as it was cold and ate like a milkshake almost. We are going to come back and try more items. Very creative chef, lovely concept and you can feel their love for the restaurant in the space. read more

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Absolutely obsessed with ALTO. The concept, the style, the service, and even the owners have been so amazing. I've been here 3 times already, and I'm writing this as I'm arriving for my 4th because I couldn't believe I haven't written a review yet! Everytime I've been in, they've given welcome drinks of some sort. Such a nice touch! I've tried majority of the menu, & all have been executed perfectly. The cheesy bread- mind blowing! Pork- juicy! & SO ON!!!! What a cool addition to the LA food scene. I hope everyone gets to experience ALTO. I know I'll be a regular here forever! read more

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Alto is a special restaurant with food that will transport you to two countries. Uruguay and Argentina... bringing true authentic flavors cooked on an open fire. The moment you walk in you are greeted by the staff that is so welcoming and friendly. They bring you a special drink or soup as a welcome offer. This right away sets the mood for the whole dining experience. The restaurant itself is stunning. You feel like you are on vacation. The smell of the fire is perfect. You can appreciate the wood. The food being cooked over the fire it's so special. I can't truly explain this you just have to experience it yourself. This is my four time dining here and it's always special. Our server Jay was able to suggest the perfect amount of food for our table! He was very honest about everything and I truly appreciated this. The chefs Juana and Esteban are talented individuals bringing a new dining experience to LA. I follow them on Instagram and know that what I'm eating was fresh from the farmers market. This you can taste through the food. So fresh. Their details to the plates, cutlery being custom made by a knife maker in Mexico is beautiful. You are literally eating with art. Come to Alto if you want an incredible and unforgettable dining experience. Thank you for making my mom's 60th birthday and last day in LA truly special. Grateful to have a culinary dining experience like Alto. read more

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Don't understand how anyone could rate this any less than 5 stars. Food drinks service and ambiance were all 10/10

Alto Fire to Table (South American cuisine inspired by Argentina & Uruguay) definitely deserves 5 stars from all six of us! Our good friend, a local chef, and his wife treated us to this incredible restaurant -- and from the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed and offered a glass of vermouth, which happens to be one of my favorite aperitifs. That thoughtful touch set the tone for the entire evening. We enjoyed a variety of appetizers, and every single one was fantastic. For our main dishes, we had the pork chuleta, eggplant, asado banderita, cordero patagónico, and rib eye -- everything was cooked perfectly and absolutely delightful. The only dish that missed the mark was the T-bone halibut, which was quite bony and had a very strong fishy taste -- definitely not my favorite. The open kitchen with its live fire makes the whole experience special. You can smell the food grilling, hear the crackling of the coals or wood (whatever they're using), and it all adds a bit of theater to the evening. The aroma, the flavors, and the presentation come together beautifully with deep, smoky notes in every bite. From the food to the ambiance and service, everything was top-notch. Alto Fire to Table offers a truly memorable dining experience -- one that celebrates South American flavors with passion and flair. Highly recommended! FOOD: Really Good! SERVICE: On Point AMBIANCE: Perfect read more

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The restaurant itself is really cute, and I loved the concept, so I really wanted to like this place. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. First, everything was extremely slow. Our waiter was actually the highlight of the entire experience--he was amazing, attentive, and genuinely great--but the food and drinks took a very long time to come out. The biggest issue for me, though, was what we witnessed from our table. Since this is a fire-to-table/open-kitchen concept, we were seated right next to the kitchen and could see everything happening on the line. Throughout the night, we watched a woman who appeared to be managing the kitchen handling order receipts and the phone with her bare hands and then immediately touching and garnishing food. We also repeatedly saw her touching her face and nose, adjusting her clothing and pulling up her pants, and then going right back to handling food without washing her hands. It was honestly very difficult to watch and completely turned us off from eating. We later mentioned it to our waiter and were surprised to learn that she was actually the owner. As for the food, it was very hit or miss which was very disappointing. Our bill for 7 people was $1200 and overall the food for the price just wasn't at the level we expected. It's unfortunate because the space is charming, the concept has a lot of potential, and our waiter truly was wonderful but I would never return. read more

Outstanding. Like having a personal chef looking for the highest quality current farm offerings with highly attentive staff. Fun relaxing music, great drinks, and excellent service. Yes, it is a special place that has a premium: memorable and worth it for us with a special celebration last night. read more

We were a group of six, three of us serious food lovers (including a chef and a restaurant owner), so we came in with high expectations. I mentioned to the manager on arrival that I was excited because I've been to Argentina and love Argentinian BBQ and empanadas. The service throughout was excellent and that's the only reason I'm leaving two stars instead of one. The space is beautiful, clearly the product of a major renovation, but the food fell far short of the level and price point. Here's a breakdown of what we ordered and explanation of how it was: * Mushroom dish - Small golden mushrooms with a foul taste; our server ended up taking most of it back. * 3 Chipa ($51) - Cheese bread, but at $17 each it was completely overpriced for what we received. * 2 Burnt Avocado Salad ($54) - Lacked seasoning, acidity, and any real char flavor. A very basic dish for $27 each. * 2 Oysters - Ichiban ($36) - Arrived plain with almost no topping; we had to ask for salt and lemon. Tasted way better after the lemon and salt but it was too late since we had all ate 6 of the 8 oysters as they were. * 3 Chimichurri Prawns ($45) - You could barely taste the chimichurri, and prawns not cooked properly, making the skin not come off the prawns. At $18 per prawn, this was the most disappointing dish of the night. * Asado Bandeirita ($48) - Short rib, decent but not special. * Cordero Patagónico ($62) - Arrived severely undercooked. When sent back to be cooked more, it returned overcooked and dry. A lose-lose situation. * Ribeye ($135) - Just okay. I've had better results at home with a smoker and cast iron skillet. * Eggplant ($28) - One of the better dishes of the night. * Lion's Mane ($33) - Bland, even with brown sauce there was no taste. * Chocolate & Sambayón ($25) - This was okay * Ode to DDL ($28) - The highlight dessert, it was really good. Overall, the food lacked the flavor, seasoning, and execution to justify the prices but presentation was absolutely on point. Presentation and ambience were clearly the focus of the investment, but without improving the menu, consistency, and taste, this restaurant will struggle to live up to its potential. To the owner: I mentioned some of this to our server Olivia during the meal, but it didn't seem to reach management. I'm writing this because the space is beautiful and the service team is wonderful, it would be a shame to see all that effort wasted if the food doesn't improve. I genuinely hope you can make changes, because this could be a fantastic restaurant if the kitchen catches up to the design and service. read more

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You people are crazy not leaving anything but a 5 star review! Incredible atmosphere, service, decor, wood fire grill, and branding. Service was outstanding and truly deserving of a Michelin Star. Food, wow where do I start? Best New York Steak I've ever had. Most New York steaks have a lot of fat, this was perfect and cooked to perfection, even eating the fat wasn't tough. Krudo had an incredible smoky flavor, cheesy bread made me want more, empanadas had imported beef from the meat capital of the world, Argentina. And then there was desert. Next level, incredible and memorable. Chocolate and Sabayon cake with chocolate brittle. Great drinks, perfect margarita was perfect! Don't read these rookies and non foodies reviews here. What a joke, do yourself a favor and book your reservation now. Thank you Alto for treating my wife and I to an amazing birthday dinner! We will be back! read more

Upon entering the bar, the atmosphere was solid; low lighting, plenty of open seats, and a good buzz of friendly chatter. However, once we got our drinks, we quickly realized we were in the presence of an inflated male-ego bartender who spoke to the waitstaff in a condescending and brusque way that was just plain rude. My wife and I felt awful for the staff and asked to be seated before our reservation time just to get away from the barrage of meanness. "Mr. Mustache" could use a serious lesson in humility and kindness before coming to work again. He even forgot our olive order entirely, ironic, considering his attitude, and if you can't get one simple appetizer right, maybe don't act like you're better than everyone else. Once seated, the bad service continued. It took over 10 minutes to be greeted by our server, another 15 minutes to receive our first round of drinks, and 5 more minutes to finally get our long-lost olives (which, unbelievably, we still got charged for, 45 minutes late). We ordered the Cheese Bread ($18), Lion's Mane Mushroom ($38), and Ribeye Steak ($95). The food arrived in a reasonable timeframe, but when it hit the table, we couldn't help but laugh out loud at the comically small portions. The cheese bread, one to two soggy, overcooked bites, came with a mountain of sesame butter about ten times the amount needed. The Lion's Mane mushrooms? Four bland, lukewarm medallions buried under overdressed, soggy greens. And the ribeye, ordered medium-rare, arrived completely rare, eight small slices in total. After waiting so long and enduring subpar service, we left with empty wallets and empty stomachs. We will not be recommending this place to anyone we know. If they don't figure things out soon, this could be the fastest restaurant flop on Ventura Blvd in quite some time. read more

ALTO Fire to Table - Dry, undercooked mushrooms that went with Ribeye - Latin American Near Me - Studio City, California

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The interior of the restaurant is beautiful and interesting. The service was fine. The one star comes from the crazy high prices, tiny portions and lack of flavor. I haven't disliked food this much in quite some time. I didn't want to go back for second bites. The hamachi came with some sauce poured over it that was a weird pink color and gelatinous giving off it was some juice from undercooked meat. Carrots are served cold (they are supposed to be) but as there's a purée underneath, it gave off a baby food vibe. Just felt like everything needed a sprinkle of salt. The bread that was $14 was smaller than a dinner roll which might be ok if the bread knocked my socks off. Super disappointing which is a bummer because Sherman Oaks needs some nice restaurants read more

ALTO: A VICTIM OF ITS OWN SUCCESS Great concept. Food is absolutely top-notch. The restaurant itself is horribly mismanaged and not at all ready for prime time. 7:30pm reservation for 2. Waited over 45 minutes in a lobby to be seated. The lobby was filled with people complaining and following up about why they weren't being seated. A table of 3 with reservations took over an hour to be seated. And what's strange is that we were all in a lobby area that had seating - this could easily have been converted into additional restaurant seating. One guy asked if he could just eat at a table in the lobby. No response from the hostess. No one offered us drinks while we waited. We tried to approach the bar and none of the bar staff paid any attention to us. 35 minutes into our wait, a woman came to us welcoming us with "veggie broth." It was such an afterthought. At any other restaurant of this caliber, there would be some sort of comp for the wait, some sort of appetizer or dessert comped. Here - nothing. No mention. No apologies. Pretend it didn't happen was the approach. "I'm doing the best I can" said the hostess after one series of complaints from other patrons. No Maître D to be found anywhere. It wasn't clear who ran this place or who to even complain to. It wasn't even clear why there was a long wait to begin with - the tables were emptying and there was plenty of staff. The way that this issue was completely ignored is telling: this isn't a one off occurrence. This happens systematically and their stance is to ignore vs address. This restaurant isn't doing the chef any favors. They need an operations consultant in here ASAP or they are on their way to joining the graveyard of failed LA restaurants. It's a shame, for such excellent food. And this could have been such a wonderful addition to the Studio City scene as well. And P.S. the bread pricing is outrageous. $17 for one 3" piece of bread? I'm not coming here looking for a bargain, but if you're going to mandate ordering all food together, then at least be transparent that the bread comes in a single serving. The pricing suggests otherwise. read more

Excellent food, excellent and knowledgeable service, nice ambiance. I'll definitely be back!

The service was excellent; the ambiance was charming; the food was not to my taste. I can't recall a single dish that stood out for me. The wine selection is very good. An expensive meal is all I recall read more

Great experience all around! The most amazing decor I've ever seen in a restaurant in LA!! The staff was very friendly including the owners who personally escorted me to the open kitchen to watch them prepare dishes. Food was very creative and I'm excited to go back and try other items! read more

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Stunning restaurant with wonderful food cooked over the wood fire. The space itself is worth the visit, welcoming, comfortable, and beautifully designed. Service is great, very warm and knowledgeable. Enjoyed all the meats and fish we ordered. The vegetable dishes stole the show - peppers and potatoes were delicious. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? Yes. read more

Food is fine and extremely over priced. The waiters uniform a little ridiculous although sweet and friendly i am second hand embarrassed for them. The vibe is chill i guess but to be honest I feel like everything had to be a performance like i was a part of a circus i feel like this might be the reason everything is priced so high? Idk read more

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The atmosphere at ALTO is honestly incredible. You walk in and feel like you're in another world. The design is beautiful and immersive, and there's this grounded, calming sense of presence in the space that hits you immediately. The service was attentive and genuine. Everyone was kind, checked in the right amount, and clearly cared about the experience. And I have to say, the sides and breads were absolutely phenomenal. Whoever is handling that part of the menu is doing an amazing job. Now for the hard part: the meat just wasn't good. The ribeye and the short rib were both disappointing, whether it's the sourcing or the preparation, it misses the mark completely, especially at the price point. I'm not the only one saying this. It comes up in other reviews too, so it's not an anomaly. It's a pattern. And it's a problem. I'm leaving 5 stars because I genuinely want ALTO to succeed. This place is exciting and Studio City needs cool, experiential restaurants like this. But if they don't reevaluate their approach to the proteins, it's going to hurt them long-term. I hope someone in management genuinely listens, because the potential here is huge, and I'd love to see them thrive. read more

If I were filthy rich, I might come back here to taste more things and enjoy the absolutely beautiful design of the restaurant. However, for a $200+ date night I need to be more impressed by the food. This place is GORGEOUS. Really good vibes, very sexy date spot, inviting and smells delicious. The staff were all very excited and accommodating. The food/drinks: small portions, with high prices. * Crudo Criollo (Dry aged local Hamachi) - would have not had much flavor except for the black garlic sprinkled on top. * "Asado banderita" short rib - was fine, nothing special, and a small portion of food * Piquillo Peppers - these are slowly confited for 5hs in the charcoal oven with beef oil, and they were very tasty, and enhanced each bite of our short rib. * Ode to DDL - the Dulce de Leche ice cream was very good on its own, but in combination with the souffle it melted right away and the whole thing turned to mush. I think this soufflé would be better with the ice cream served on the side so you can mix the cold and hot parts together at your own pace, enjoying the separate textures for longer. * I don't recall the name of my cocktail, but it did not leave any impression on me. I might go back someday for a glass of wine and appetizer, just for the ambience, but I don't think I want to spend this much on dinner here again. read more

1 star for the ambiance and staff, who were friendly and at times attentive. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end. The cocktails were good, but significantly overpriced. The bread appetizers were $15 each and amounted to just a few bites. The $93 ribeye did not come close to justifying its price point, and the market fish was completely lacking in flavor. For a restaurant called "Fire to Table," some dishes arrived burnt and charred and inedible. To make matters worse, a dessert we never ordered was brought to the table and added to the bill. Even the desserts we did try were not appetizing. One of our guests felt like they had to throw up after we left. Also, the dining room was so cold that the food lost its temperature within moments of arriving at the table. Between the overaggressive air conditioning, underwhelming execution, and 4% surcharge on the check, the experience never found its footing. Nonetheless, there's potential at this spot, and I'd like to see the restaurant succeed. The concept, location, and staff are all working in its favor but until they figure out the rest, they may want to consider a temporary name change from Alto to Bajo. read more

Only went there for drinks, but the ambience was amazing, Cassandra bartender was excellent, and the cocktails very original and packed a real punch - delicious. Will be going back read more

Alto management debited $50 from my credit card for cancelling my reservation with only 8 hours notice - not the 24 hours they apparently require. My credit card disagreed and re-credited me. So, however creative and skilled the kitchen may be, they will always be undermined by the deluded and pretentious management. PS: the restaurant has since told me they require 48 hours not 24. Really? read more

Such a pretty space and excellent service . Overall , the food is tasty and prepared with love and detail . The bread service is pricey . We tried 3 breads and they all were quite small but good . The Potatoes are a must but enough to feed 2 people. We have BIG appetites and here that means BIG money . They also charge a health service fee so add that on top of everything else . This isn't a place I would frequent often but I would definitely return to . read more

Iv been here for drinks and just love the vibe ! It is on the pricy side so just be ready for drinks $20 and up! But there delicious the service is great but you do need to book a reservation weeks out be ready for that as well ! Supper cute decore, gender neutral bathrooms and a completer drink A must try spot ! read more

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We went to Alto for dinner with my family and absolutely loved it. From the moment we walked in, everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming. The space is beautifully designed, and the vibe is warm, lively, and just feels good to be in. Our table looked straight onto the wood-fired grill, which is really the heart of the restaurant. Everything comes off the fire, and you can taste it. As someone who grew up in Argentina, Alto manages to elevate our food while keeping it truly authentic. The bread is insane, don't skip it. The chipá and the criollo are a must. We ordered the "asado banderita", grilled squid, red peppers (absolutely don't miss these), and the potato foam. Every dish was amazing. The empanadas were honestly some of the best I've ever had. Dessert was just as good, with a modern twist on classic flavors. The ode to "dulce de leche" is incredible. It makes me really happy to know there's a place like this in Los Angeles! read more

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From the moment we walked into ALTO, we knew we were in for something special. The ambiance is chic yet welcoming--a perfect blend of rugged open-flame energy and refined South American elegance. Everything about the place--from the flicker of fire in their grill to the warm lighting--felt intentional and vivid. But what really made the night unforgettable was our service. Andrew was an absolute star--attentive but never hovering, knowledgeable without being pretentious. His shadow, Max, seamlessly supported every moment: refilling waters, offering recommendations, making sure our pacing was perfect. The two of them together was a perfect pair! As for the food--wow. We began with the oysters and the OG empanada, which already teased the brilliance to come. Then came the mains: the lamb, the pork "Txuleta," and the short rib (the "Asado banderita")--each one more astonishing than the last. Every bite was rich with smoky fire, nuanced seasoning, and that perfect char you only get when the flames are treated with respect. Each course felt like it told a story of wood, heat, and local ingredients. Delectable doesn't even begin to cover it. The seaweed surprisingly was a huge hit for the flavor in the pork. Exceptional work chefs! We lingered over dessert, awed by the detail, the wine pairings, the way each element--from the bread to the butter to the finishing sauce--was dialed in. In short, ALTO is doing something extraordinary here. Can't wait to come back and try more of what their menu holds. Five stars, all day. If you're looking for a family-farm-to-flame, soul-satisfying meal in L.A., this is your spot. Cheers, ALTO. read more