It's been a while since I've had Ray's bbq but I was in the area and had to stop by…read more This visit I ordered a brisket sandwich, pork ribs, and a jalapeño cheddar sausage. Everything tasted just as good as I remember. As soon as you walk in it has a traditional bbq smell that isn't typical for all of these other bbq joints nowadays. The staff is still friendly and engaging as well as on top of cleanliness. I plan to make my way back to Ray's BBQ soon, I stopped by around noon today and they were almost sold out of their meats basically the same as when I first ate here years ago. Still 5/5 stars from me, just great bbq- no gimmicks

I was in town for work with my coworker not too long ago. And I had seen Ray's barbecue on the list…read moreof places that I had book I'm so glad that we decided to stop in for lunch. This barbecue was amazing and very flavorful. We got their ribs, sausage, got the dirty rice and mac & cheese. In hindsight, we probably could've ordered more brisket. The sausage I was very happy with as well Everything was really great and I'm so glad that this place There are only a few tables inside where you can sit and enjoy. I'm sure during meal times will get really busy and you might be out of There is a good amount of parking in this strip mall And it looks very popular with people that know We were unsure of what to order and the worker here was amazing. Walked us through a couple of options and what to get. I also got the lemonade aqua fresca that was really good as The sides were delicious and everything had a good strong kick to it. Nothing subtle with what we got in the best way possible. I would definitely come back in the future! I have been to a lot of the famous barbecue places in Texas and raised barbecue in my opinion is more flavorful and tastier than what I've had in Texas.

We came in for breakfast shortly after they had opened. This place just opened up recently and a…read moreplus is that its a block from us. The restaurant has seats for different sized parties but looks to hold about 30. We were the first ones there as all the seating was available so we got tp pick where to sit and were asked for our drinks and our order was taken right away. My wife got the Chicken and Waffles and I got the Chilaquiles with a side of bacon. Food was delicious which made us want to come back and try the other items. As we got served more and more people were coming in. The restaurant was being manned by the mom ( who was the delicious cook) and the son who was attending to everyone with speedy service. We recommend this place for breakfast or lunch since they close early but we'll be back for sure.

Im an L.A. native but new to the area, so I was really looking forward to meeting my new…read more"neighbors" and was hopeful to become a regular, as I love a good chicken sandwich. Unfortunately, I will not be returning , as both food but especially service were beyond disappointing. As I walk in I'm immediately hit with the odor of fryers in desperate need of an oil change. Still, I kept a positive expectation, and nothing about my attitude warranted the lack of effort/attention I received from my young male server, who seemed like he had a million better things he'd rather be doing and I just felt like he considered himself too good to be dealing with the likes of me. If only the chicken sandwich were enough to make up for the overall experience. While I've had worse, I was left unsatisfied by the two rather anemic strips of chicken and less than desirable texture of the buns (frozen maybe?) Normally I don't write reviews , but I was left with a bad taste in my mouth overall, though slightly more metaphorically than literally. Will not be returning, save yourself some time and money better spent elsewhere (with some friendlier staff!)

My first time coming visiting from out of state on a recommendation. Our server, Jillian provided a…read moregreat menu selection and offered great ideas on what we should order all throughout the evening she asked what our favorites were from dinner to dessert. Highly recommend as this is certainly a favorite for service , food and atmosphere. Look up menu and you will not be disappointed... reserve ahead as this place is busy for all the reasons mentioned. And ask for Jillian as your server.

Wonderful time and outstanding food and service! Jamie is a Rockstar! Thank you, Jamie we will b…read moreback!

Chase was our waiter on 4/10, and he recommended us multiple good menu items! i was a first timer…read moreat joey's and he recommended my entrée as well as one of our appetizers, and they were both delicious! definitely a great server, and i hope to see him again!!

My partner and I enjoy going to Joey's for their dinner and drinks. The music and ambiance are…read morealways great, and the staff are always so friendly. Marcus in particular made sure we had an enjoyable night. He would check in to provide updates on our food and drinks, and provided exceptional service. We'll be back again!

Good food. Good service…read more Perfect spot with lots of varity. Great place to go let lunch by my work.

I have been going to this spot since 2014, for my lunch breaks. I haven't been back in a while. My…read morego to is the salmon, their great quality and friendly service is still the same. They even gave my nephew complimentary fries.

I was able to get a reservation for 9:15 pm on a Monday night and I was shocked to see how packed…read morethe restaurant was at that time! The ambiance of the whole restaurant is warm and cozy. The family style tables are fun and different. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful when it came to recommendations and helping us to decide between all the amazing dishes. Myself and my friend ordered the albacore appetizer, the cornbread, the cheese, the rice dish and the pork stew. The stew and the corn bread I think were the stars of the show. I loved the albacore as well which came as a recommendation from our waiter. Overall for all that food and two glasses of wine our total was about $150 and we were stuffed. We both really enjoyed.

We came by for appetizers and wine. The wine bar had seating available at 9:30 but there were a few…read moredishes they were already out of. We tried the warm date dish, cheese dish, tuna on toast, albacore and cornbread. The albacore dish was outstanding. The cornbread was so warm, moist and delicious! Can't wait to go back for dinner. Service was excellent. The candles everywhere and dim lighting were amazing.

I keep coming back to Bestia because the pasta, sides and desserts are so darn good. Nicely…read moreappointed decor and the service was attentive and friendly. The food is what makes this place next level.

Still stands-up to the hype after all these years…read more If "Trendy" was a restaurant, Bestia would easily be in top contention, even after being around for more than a decade. That says a lot. Once upon a time (a few years ago), my CFP + banking institution wanted to thank me for being one of their top private clients. They expressed their gratitude with a very generous, all expense paid full-course meal at Bestia. To say that I was impressed would be an understatement. Fast forward to now, I knew that coming back here would be a good idea. Make no mistake, even if you try to book a reservation several weeks in-advance, don't be surprised if the only available seats are at the counter. Granted, I was in a spacey table during my past visit, the counter can be an enjoyable & unintentionally entertaining space. It's great for a more casual vibe, as you get to see some of the kitchen workers put together some of their signature dishes. In many ways, Bestia seems like a microcosm of the city that it rather humbly resides within. What always catches me off-guard, is that the surrounding simple area really doesn't reflect the happening, vibrant, night-life that resides within the building's walls. You feel like you're taken so a different, very social, very bustling world. WINE: Podere 72, Poderi San Lazzaro (Marche region, central Italy) - 8.7 / 10 A very robust blend of Montepulciano & Sangiovese grapes that results in a balanced, medium bodied red wine that stands-up to heartiness of a beef ribeye steak. FOOD: Roasted Bone Marrow - 9.4/ 10 I have several friends that go here just for this particular dish. Funny enough, one can almost always tell that one is at Bestia because of the rather peculiar manner in which this dish is served. Hot, melted bone marrow is appropriately scooped out of the bone & poured onto spinach gnocchetti. It's like eating beef flavored mouth pillows of potato + spinach. It's definitely a dish that will impress whoever you are with. I can never resist ordering this whenever I am here. Oxtail alla Vaccinara - 8.9 / 10 The deep, rich maroon color of the rigatoni (thanks to beets) is a sight to behold. The pasta is firm but not too hard. It's a humble yet complex pasta dish that complements any main course. 26oz Margaret River Wagyu Ribeye - 9.4 / 10 Anybody who knows me knows that I love my ribeye. Any decent fancy restaurant does a ribeye. But no one does a ribeye quite like Bestia. The fermented mushroom cream delivers a punch of pungence not unlike a delectable dijon mustard, but to the highest of levels. This dish also makes me a believer in well-cooked onions served alongside steak. I usually like to take a home a portion of ribeye for later, but this is one of the very few instances when the steak is so good, that I can't help but finish it here. Again, the portion is more than enough to be shared. Fromage Blanc Mousse - 9.1 / 10 This seasonal dish hits all the right notes. It's the fanciest of cheesecakes, so I recommend sharing this. With its decadence, a little truly goes a long way & that's perfectly fine. The richness of the cheese is offset perfectly by the right balance of candied kumquats. A great "bite" to end on. Huge shout-out & thanks to Radu for being the nicest & most enthusiastic of servers. It's little things like him being so down to take pics of you with your party that really make me want to come back here. It the owners / management is reading this, please recognize how pivotal he is to your team. If he was working under me, I would most definitely give him a raise. Also, shout-out to Dani at the hostess stand. She is one of the most personable people. For being the first person that patrons see upon entering, she is the perfect face, attitude, & welcoming personality that the hospitality industry is in dire need of. She's a rockstar of a hostess & a pleasure to talk with. Bestia is a better place because of valuable employees like Radu & Dani. As always, come for the food. Come back for the service. I would definitely come back because of how amazing Radu & Dani are. Years after the hype, the vibe is still very much happening at Bestia.

It was my first time going to Laurel Grill. We had a party of 5 which means you can't make a…read morereservation (since we had kids in tow, we showed up at 5pm on a Saturday and there was no problem getting in). The place itself is very modern and nice. Overall the vibe it basically a Houston's-type place. And service was good. All of the food overall was very good. Nothing really too crazy. To me, the menu is a little... boring. But, I will say everything was tasty. We got the Cajun shrimp salad (which was simple and clean but tasty), a cheese pizza for the kids (which was good!), a brisket French dip (very tasty and a horseradish sauce with a LOT of bite), a vodka pasta (was good but it actually is TOO big a portion to eat by one's self), the Ahi Tuna frites (the tuna was good and served with a nice green sauce), and the grilled cabbage side (with brown butter and some pomegranate molasses--it was actually my favorite thing!). The key distinctive thing about Laurel Grill seems to be that a lot of things get cooked by that fire which really adds a nice smoky touch (like the shrimp and the ahi tuna and the cabbage). My only major complaint would be the fries were just okay. After a minute or two they weren't crispy anymore. As good as everything else was, I thought they would step things up with the fries but they were just average. Anyways, while I overall am not that excited by the menu, it definitely is a great place to go where everybody will be able to find something tasty to eat. And overall, the portions were pretty fair.

Excellent food, service, atmosphere. Have been here a few times with friends and family, but had a…read morememorable brunch today! It was sunny on the patio and there was a lovely breeze. Victor took care of us and was very attentive. Some recommendations: - good cappuccino - hamachi crudo for appetizer - margarita pizza from wood oven - asian chicken salad - apple pie with ice cream was so well done

Just making my timely updated review. The lights were still dimmed, which brought a great ambiance…read moreto the dinner experience. It was very relaxed and just had chill vibes. The evening started off strong, as we stopped by during Hoppy Hour (around 9ish). There wasn't a wait, and it wasn't too busy, so we were seated right away. The front staff was nice and polite. She gave us the option of either a tall round table or a shorter rectangular table. We of course, opted for the slightly shorter (height-wise) rectangular table. Once we were seated, we were given the menu, and the waitress told us that we would be right with us. She stopped by to ask about drinks, and we opted for water. She dropped off water and came back with perfect timing because by then we were ready to order. I also love the simplicity of the menu. There really aren't too many options where you feel overwhelmed, but there are still enough choices to pick from. Shout out to the pastrami quesadilla, I didn't realize it had been swapped for a new menu item until I asked about it this time around, but I'll be waiting for its comeback! We ordered a few items: the mac and cheese balls, the Wagyu bone marrow burger with truffle fries, and a double smash burger with ribbed finger potatoes. We had to get the mac and cheese balls since it was Hoppy Hour! I also didn't realize that on Wednesdays, the double smash burgers are half off. I'll definitely remember that for next time. After we ordered, the food came out quicker than I expected. It was a nice surprise. I think the first item came out about 10 minutes after our initial order. The mac and cheese balls came out hot, which was great. The breading made them super crispy and gave a nice crunch that balanced really well with the softer, chewier mac and cheese inside. I was glad the inside wasn't too runny since that would have made it like lava! I didn't see a cheese pull this time, but next time I'll try again to see if I can catch one. It was a great start to the meal. The burgers came out shortly after we finished the mac and cheese balls. I totally forgot that the truffle fries came with sauce. I should have asked for the sauce on the side, but it wasn't a problem that it was added on top of the fries. It just made them get soggy a bit faster, but that's no problem; it just means I've got to work faster! The burger was good and came out super juicy. I asked for it medium, and it looked about medium, so no complaints here! I never realized before, but the bread was so fluffy... it was a super pillowy bun with a nice bounce to it. It definitely helped balance out the meatiness of the patty. The hint of tomato gave it a nice, refreshing bite and really helped cut through the richness of the meat. The onions also added a nice sweetness to the burger, which was appreciated. I also snuck a bite of the ribbed potatoes, and they were good as well. They were a bit crispy on the outside and nice and soft on the inside, with just a touch of saltiness. I also stole a pickle from the double smash and realized I probably should have asked for pickles on my burger, but I'll remember that for my next visit!

Tried out the umami burger, with mushrooms and pickled onions, it was pretty solid! Unfortunately,…read morethe Fresno fig came out cold and the fries were overcooked/too hard. Almost like both were just left out for 30 minutes before they were put on the table. Service was fantastic, always someone coming to check on us every 15 or so minutes! Love this place for its outdoor seating, it makes for a very relaxing eating environment.

Decided to try Granville in WeHo after shopping in the area. Overall, really enjoyed the…read moreexperience and the drinks especially tied everything together well. I got the skirt steak cooked medium rare -- flavor was good, but it was a little tough to cut. I think it would've paired even better with some garlic butter or chimichurri on the side. The mac and cheese was SO good and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Creamy, flavorful, and definitely something I'd order again. The pork chops were delicious and packed with flavor, but the spinach underneath was a bit too bitter for my taste. The mashed potatoes were creamy, soft, and comforting. We also loved the Brussels sprouts and Caesar salad -- both were super solid sides. Drinks were perfect and balanced out the dishes really well. Service and atmosphere were great too. Would definitely come back to try more items on the menu next time we are in the area.

Im giving this place a 4 star only because of service, the waitress was kind gave us time and…read moreoffered great suggestions. In reality the food was not great. It was bland and portion was just smaller than I expected. There is a location in Pasadena and the pasta was seasoned well and balanced and what I feel the portion was much bigger. I do have to assume it's due to the location of this establishment. The ambiance was pretty slow however the inside decorations were so cute and pleasant on the eyes. I wouldn't come here for the food, perhaps a drink and a small app.