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    Amiguita

    4.4 (18 reviews)
    Open • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago
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    Nikki P.

    The perfect lunch! The service was top-notch from the moment we walked in--attentive, friendly, and welcoming. They remembered and accommodated our request for accessible seating and a high chair. The food, every single dish hit: * The Whole Fish: Incredibly fresh, beautifully cooked, and packed with flavor. * Zucchini Croquettes: The perfect blend of rich, creamy, and decadent. * Jerk Chicken Sandwich: spicy, saucy, and incredibly filling. * Plantains: Perfectly crispy on the outside and sweet on the inside. To top it all off, the drink offerings were perfect and the value was great quality of the meal. We will definitely be back!

    Martha M.

    Run, don't walk to Amiguita! Chill vibes and impeccable service, but the food is the absolute star. Special mention to the plantain gnocchi, which is divine, and the whole snapper (which can also be made gf)-tender, juicy, crispy, fatty dressed in acid & spiced robes of love.

    Hanan K.

    I came to Amiguita with high expectations, but unfortunately left pretty underwhelmed. The restaurant is relatively small and was very quiet when we arrived, with only a couple of other tables being served. We started with the heart of palm salad with fennel, tomato, avocado, and radish. The portion was quite small, and I could barely taste the dressing, so it lacked the brightness and flavor I was expecting. The shrimp appetizer was relatively good, although with about six shrimp, it felt overpriced for what it was. The Caribbean moules frites were probably the better dish of the evening. The mussels were good, and the aji amarillo coconut chupe and yuca fries were an interesting twist, but overall, nothing really stood out. I had particularly high hopes for the fire-roasted red snapper, but unfortunately it seemed undercooked and was also lacking in flavor. However, the rice was the highlight of this otherwise underwhelming experience.

    Sabrina F.

    Service was great overall, and I can definitely see the vision and the audience the restaurant is catering to. As a Dominican, I think I came in expecting a little more authenticity and depth in the food itself. The standout of the night was easily the red snapper with tostones, absolutely delicious and probably the strongest dish we had. The music and drinks also really helped create a fun atmosphere. That said, a few dishes fell short for me. The short rib arrived cold, and the flavor profile wasn't as bold as I was hoping for. The pollo y plátano relleno also caught me off guard because it wasn't what I expected at all. The beans unfortunately tasted very plain, almost like canned beans that were simply reheated. Most of the food came out closer to room temperature, so I'm not sure if there was a delay getting dishes to the table. One thing I also noticed was that for an Afro-Caribbean restaurant, the front-of-house staff lacked much visible Caribbean or Black representation aside from the host. It stood out to me given the culture the restaurant is inspired by. I will say, though, I respect the chef for building a stylish restaurant around his Dominican heritage and creating a space that clearly resonates with a broader LA crowd. I'd still come back to give it another shot, especially to try the mofongo since it wasn't available during this visit.

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    Elaina B.

    Great food! Highly recommend the short rib entree and the rice dish with mussels, olives and shrimp. Both well cooked, seasoned and balanced. For desert, the banana tiramisu is perfection! Service was hospitable, music was lively, intimate lighting and quaint restaurant space. Wine selection was good. I had a beautiful Matt crutchfield mixed blend, it was bright, served chilled. Downside: Parking is really tough to come by; there's no valet, the lot is shared with several other businesses so prepare for street parking only on an extremely busy part of silver lake. Our reservation was supposed to be at 7:00 pm. My friend and i arrived early. I paid for the first meter spot i could find, but due to parking limitations she was left spending 15 minutes just circling the area multiple times for parking.

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    Sahra S.

    Had one of my favorite dinners of the year here. Everything was so flavorful and always felt like it had a special twist on a dish that I won't be able to find anywhere else. Vibes are immaculate and I can't wait to come back. The team was so knowledgeable and passionate about their plates & bevs - you can tell they love it as well!

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    One of the BEST new restaurants I've been to. Every dish was unique and incredible. BRAVO

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    Thanks very much friendly good service.so delicious very clean. So great place.appreciate.

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