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    Amiguita

    4.3 (8 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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

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