I met my friend for breakfast this morning at 8:30 am. Since it was so early, we were able to…read moregrab a four-top table on their patio, just outside of the open-air, stylishly beachy restaurant. We both ordered coffees, a latte and an Americano. She had the overnight oats bowl, which looked delicious and filing, and I had the avocado toast on sourdough. So fresh and good! The staff were very nice and friendly, and this is a great, laidback place to have breakfast. There is a large parking lot in front of the restaurant; paid parking only. I will come back and bring my boyfriend! Great location across the street from Venice Beach, too.

Went here for brunch and they were really busy. We didn't have any reservations so it was a bit of…read morea wait. We walked to Venice Beach to pass the time. We didn't have to wait long. Food was really delicious. The service was really slow, though. I would recommend for brunch and if you are not in a rush.

This was my second time at Bella's Beach House. Overall, the food was decent, but the atmosphere…read moreand vibes were definitely the highlight. We ordered a variety of cut rolls and sashimi, along with the truffle fries, which were delicious. The drinks were also really good. Service was okay nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either. Overall, it's a nice spot with a great atmosphere. I'd come back if I'm in the neighborhood, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

This place was suuuuper cute. The vibe was great and it's beautifully decorated. I enjoyed both my…read moredrinks, as well as the rock shrimp & teriyaki burger. Really good. But I have two reasons for only rating it a 3-star. One, the bathroom. Super dark, super cramped, with only one sink. And second, the mouse. We had already eaten and enjoyed our meal and decided to order another drink when we saw the mouse right in the server's station. And no one batted an eye. So I would assume workers could be used to it. While I understand the area and how difficult it can be to keep pests at bay. It's extremely disturbing after having a meal somewhere and seeing that. I didn't want to give a 1-star since the food was good. So I wanted to at least give credit where credit is due. But mice? Yikes. It takes the experience down several notches.

Came across this place on line and it sounded interesting. It's vegetarian and they are open for…read morebreakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh organic cold-pressed juices and a full bar. I went with the Butcher's mushroom, quinoa & beet burger. And it didn't disappoint. They do serve an Impossible Burger, but I would recommend the beet burger. Easily one of the best vegetarian burgers I've ever had. And they don't skimp on the size. Got the special sauce on the side just in case I didn't like it. It was so good that I was dipping my potatoes in it. I will definitely go back and try the breakfast.

I didn't like my dish, it had too many competing flavors and was too strongly seasoned…read more I saw wait staff leave the bathroom and probably not wash their hands. And then there was poop toilet paper in the bathroom trash can. It was noticeable because it was filed to the top and was facing upwards. Both single stalls were occupied for 8 minutes. Making it seem like it impossible to wash my hands. My cloth napkin at the table had a brown stain on it. After seeing poop I couldn't stop thinking about poop. The food is over priced the dishes are no big deal. I would not return again. I liked the outdoor patio.

Such a great brunch spot in Venice! The outdoor patio is right by the beach, so the whole place has…read morea really relaxed, California vibe. The food was fresh and delicious. I ordered the Fig tree breakfast special, Everything felt simple but really well done. The drinks were great too, and sitting outside with the ocean right there made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for a sunny weekend brunch!

We went for breakfast. The menu selections arent great. If your just in the mood for a couple of…read moreeggs, toast, and some sausage or bacon... this isnt the spot. So I ordered French toast - it was very dry, no syrup or sauce and had a couple of fig slices on it - Meah. My wife ordered coconut pancakes, the portions was more generous than my French Toast, but also very dry. Everything like bacon or eggs have to be ordered separately as $$ide dishes. The wait staff is horrible. We had to get up from our table and go hunt them down just to get a menu, then to order coffee, and for everything else. The atmosphere is nice because it is right on the Strand. But given the VERY high prices, the nothing special food and menu options, and the lousy wait staff - I would pass on this place.

Came in for dinner to the 1st floor hole in the wall restaurant on a Tuesday night. It was almost…read moreempty. The rooftop bar is drinks and appetizers and was busy so we went back downstairs. Dinner was impressive. We love small plates. More tastes to try. We had grilled octopus with fingerling potatoes. The dish was great! The octopus was perfectly cooked. We also had the street corn variation. The corn, cheese, and sauce are on potato chips. Very tasty. A little heat with the crunch was perfect. We also had the pork ribs. They were perfectly cooked. Very tender meat with a crispy, burnt end finish. We also had a tasty peanut butter milk stout that was like dessert. The waiter/bartender clearly loved food and his job. A fun experience.

Came in and met Ms. Personality herself, aka Ms. Stacy Mac who was "serving up smiles" (her phrase,…read morenot mine!) here at the Barlo. I ordered the classic Wagyu Sliders and subbed the fries for a mini Caesar salad. The food was great but didn't compare to the hands on first class gold glove service delivered by true to life CSA, or Customer Service All Star Ms. Stacy Mac. Even though the elevators were out and getting up to the high rooftop lounge was a pain in the butt, it doesn't diminish in any way, shape or form the experience I had down here at this Barlow restaurant.

What a great brunch/lunch spot! The drinks were excellent, especially the Bloody Mary and the…read moreespresso smoothie. We shared the grilled Caesar salad with grilled chicken, which was fresh and flavorful. My salmon was cooked perfectly with crispy skin and a medium center, and the quinoa with sun-dried tomatoes was a delicious accompaniment. The beautiful weather made for an even more enjoyable meal, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service. A special shout-out to Jillian, who was outstanding. She was attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming. The rest of the team reflected the same high standards, which speaks volumes about her leadership. Great food, great drinks, great service, and a great atmosphere. We look forward to returning.

Today, July 4th is my anniversary. We wanted to take…read moreadvantage of living in Southern California, by getting out in the sun, plus we're going to see a movie close by. First let me say that Nahum, who helped us was excellent. The absolute perfect balance of checking on you but not overdoing it. If it weren't for Nahum, morning sun, and the breeze, I think we would have sent back our plates and left. Really. We didn't tell him there were any issues, because once the decision was made to stay, why ruin his holiday too? lol Ordered coffee. Dreadful. Ok, no big deal. The food came out and I could immediately SEE The Unappetizing . It's special when you can tell that your food is going to be bad before you take one bite. The French toast was Sahara dry, burned and flavorless. The chicken, was competing with it in the dry and flavorless category-- I really can't say which was worse. I don't really use hot sauce and I drowned the tenders in Cholula just to make it halfway edible. Literally we could have waited for the AMC chicken tenders and they would have been better, which is horrifying. Particularly when you try to avoid fried food in general and now you are poisoning your body for no good reason. Husband ordered a steak and eggs, medium well. I'll attach the picture and I'll let you be the judge of whether or not it was cooked properly. Eggs were not good either. Immediately, I gave hubby more than half my plate because he eats All of Everything that's put in front of him. Something would have to get up and walk off his plate for him to not eat it. He was taught not to waste food, period. The exception was steak so that he could take it home, cook it, and then eat it. This was possibly the worst meal I've ever had, and certainly on a special occasion. So many places we could have gone today that would have been a different experience, but it will never happen again. Know that they automatically add an18 percent tip and not just on parties of 6 or more.

Holy crap this place is incredible, and when I say incredible I mean LIFE CHANGING. I still think…read moreabout this place after it's been weeks. You want a really nice date spot with some Michelin level foods? This is the place. THE TARTARE: Do NOT skip this appetizer. This item will set the tone for your experience. I dont know how they seasoned this but it is probably the best tartar I have ever eaten. Every bite was perfectly savory, tender, and juicy. Oh my god if I could go back just for this I would. Absolutely incredible. Every dish here has to be a food buster, I was seriously mind blown at the quality of the food and the affordability of it. I love this place and if I ever see it again in my travels im going right away. PLAN YOUR DATE NIGHT. This place has achieved baller status.

After encountering far too many whole roasted cauliflowers that require awkward cutting at the…read moretable, I appreciated that Gjelina's wood-roasted cauliflower ($19) arrived already broken into bite-sized pieces. The flames caramelize the edges beautifully, giving the florets a smoky char while layers of garlic, chili, and vinegar keep the dish vibrant and addictive. If vegetables always tasted this good, convincing people to eat them would be far easier. The grilled squid ($22) also gets that char. The seafood is cooked perfectly so it stays tender while still getting a slight smokiness from the grill. Topped with a vibrant tapenade, beans, celery, red onion, and other vegetables, every bite feels fresh and lively. Still, the pizzas are hard to resist. The squash blossom pizza ($28) immediately caught my attention thanks to two personal favourites: delicate zucchini blossoms and burrata. The thin, blistered Neapolitan crust comes generously topped with baby zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and confit garlic, creating something creamy, fresh, and deeply satisfying all at once. Thankfully, the pizza was large enough to share because otherwise I may not have left any for my friend. Extra salt, dried oregano, and chili flakes arrive on the side for anyone wanting even more flavour. Honestly, I wish my trip had been longer just so I could return to try more of the menu. The gruyère and caramelized onion pizza and an anchovy-topped version all sounded interesting. Even on a Monday, Gjelina was packed through lunch service, with the back patio fully reserved. If you don't have a booking, it's worth arriving early or simply embracing the Venice lifestyle by heading to the beach first before returning for a later lunch. Some restaurants become famous because they're trendy. Gjelina feels different. It's the kind of place people keep returning to because the food genuinely delivers, even years after the hype began.

Service was exceptional. My waiter gave me great recommendations after asking what things l liked!…read moreWhen the host noticed that a fly or two were annoying my table they brought a cute contraption that kept them away. I had a chorizo burger that was quite good.

What an amazing spot for date night! He planned our date night and was very excited when we walked…read morein to see this gem! I can't express enough how cute it is! The service, 10/10. The food, also 10/10! Honestly this is probably the highest rating we've ever given to any restaurants lol. They serve tapas style and we shared a few items including the bone marrow pupusas, tuna carpaccio yucca tostada, yuca fries and sticky toffee bread pudding. Every single bite was so delicious! The outdoor seating was great for a warm evening. Afterwards we walked along the beach ending a perfect date night. Quick tip: there's self/valet parking right next to the restaurant so it super convenient. Happy eating!

I've waited so long to try Eggslut and it did not disappoint. We came at a time where it wasn't…read morebusy. We ordered two sandwiches: Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich with avocado The sandwiches are massive, served on pillowy soft bread, and packed with silky eggs and thick, crispy bacon. Pure breakfast bliss. I ordered just for the name alone is Slut. Mashed potato and egg mixture. It was a unique taste but I could get down with it. Pro tip: don't skip the crispy truffle hash browns. They're perfectly golden, full of flavor, and have just the right amount of crunch. The vanilla cream cold brew was also a favorite. I could've easily gone for a bucket sized version.

Wow! This food was absolutely delicious! Hot and fresh, and…read morefilled with flavor!! My taste buds were excited every single bite!! The truffle hashbrowns have enough flavor to carry the whole meal. It doesn't have to tho the Fairfax was sooo good, fresh cooked eggs, and that's Sriracha mayo were chefs kiss. I want to rewind time just to have that experience all over again!! I will definitely return the next time I visit LA!

We had such a wonderful! Nike was absolutely amazing -- so kind, attentive, and welcoming. He made…read moreus feel very special and made our celebration even more memorable. Wonderful service and a beautiful experience. Thank you, Nike! We will be back! Definitely ask for him if you come here, especially for Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas and music!!!

Very nice place had a drink at the bar excellent martinis very friendly service…read more Grilled ribeye was delicious and we had it sliced by the chef friendly service again definitely would come back The desserts - medium extensive dessert menu and we're having the Camila cake looks very good