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    Cara Restaurant

    4.0 (649 reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Branzino w/ side salad and truffle pasta. Both delicious! The Branzino was cooked perfectly!
    J H.

    Came to Cara for dinner and had such an amazing experience! The atmosphere, food, and service were all incredible. Our waitress was so kind and attentive -- I can't remember her name, but she was from New York and gave us some of the best service! We ordered the branzino with the side salad, truffle pasta, and the cactus cocktail. The branzino was huge, perfectly split in half for me and my boyfriend, and honestly one of the best I've ever had. Everything was absolutely delicious. Definitely a spot we'd come back to.

    Alisa K.

    Came back recently for brunch and everything was as great as ever. Fresh flavors, amazing ambiance, and great service. Classic brunch or date night spot!

    Tomato and mozzarella
    Kim K.

    I made a reservation here wanting to celebrate a birthday, they were so amazing with accommodating the celebration. They gave us the best seat in the house with the view of the pool and restaurant, and even brought out a complimentary orange sorbet with a candle to celebrate. We ordered the tomato mozzarella which came with a medley of summer tomatoes, some salt and olive oil with 2 pieces of sourdough on the side. 7/10 The rigatoni arrabbiata I will say I was a little disappointed in, the spice level was perfect for me but may be a little spicy for others with a lower spice tolerance. It tasted like tomato sauce mixed with sriracha and chili flakes, not my favorite. 3/10 The Braised short rib wasn't dry had a beautiful display, it was topped with celery root puree, red mustard frills, and pickled turnips. 7.5/10 The Caesar salad was good but the taste of anchovy was a little strong. 6/10 The whipped potatoes were amazing, so creamy and perfectly salted. 10/10 Lastly , the espresso martinis weren't too strong and tasted great. The foam on top was perfect. 9/10

    Lemon shrimp pasta is to DIE for
    Tanya W.

    Ambience is perfect. Gorgeous. Absolutely. Food, absolutely love it. Take me back anytime. Service? Can be slow. But haven't exactly had a bad experience, I'd say. The bar? Fabulous. The kindest and drinks are delicious. I tried a new concoction of theirs that had way too much ginger and yakked and they were the sweetest and kindest about it even though I was completely mortified. And then? WE HAD DINNER THERE AGAIN RIGHT AFTER. AND I STILL LOVED THE FOOD! They close between lunch and dinner for a little bit fyi. The only knock? Valet parking. But what do you expect? It's LA

    Make me famous cocktail and filet mignon
    Analiea M.

    I had my birthday dinner here and it was absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to the staff at Cara for such amazing hospitality. We arrived 10 mins late to our reservation but they had no problem seating us. The hostess was such a sweetheart and very helpful. You get transported to another world when you step in here. The ambiance is absolutely breath taking. To start we got the yellowtail crudo and oysters, and ceviche. All three were so fresh and delicious. We also got a couple of the make me famous cocktails and they were amazing. Not to mention the presentation is just as good as the taste. For our mains we got the fillet mignon and the whipped potatoes with kale and cabbage These have got to be my new favorite potatoes! From the delicious food and drinks down to the service, this place is truly great. The staff made me feel extremely special on my birthday! If you're looking for a romantic date night, a girls night or an intimate birthday dinner I recommend dinning at Cara.

    Handmade Pappardelle Truffle Pasta w/Salmon
    Bryan H.

    Went to this place on a recommendation from a coworker give to my girlfriend! Such a hidden gem in an area of Hollywood you probably wouldn't want to spend too much time in! The dining area was lovely, with the pool serving as a nice centerpiece! The wait staff was very attentive and kind, giving us some recommendations on what to order cocktail/food wise. And the food itself was delicious; I had the handmade pappardelle truffle pasta with salmon, which was creamy and melted in my mouth, and my girlfriend had the rigatoni with chicken, which she loved. The drinks and dessert were also delicious! If you're looking for a nice night out, definitely check this one out!

    Mimi L.

    This is a pool side (pool is just a pond) restaurant at a boutique hotel near Thai town. We came in for brunch and got seated at a shaded table which was nice. The brunch menu was good with limited gluten free options. The restaurant was very cozy which was great for brunch times. I saw a lot of dining ppl with dogs. For food hubby had steak & eggs and I decided on caesar salad with shrimps. The corkage was a whopping $60! It was a bit much really. Yikes! To be honest I didn't like the food much, it was a little bland. The service was friendly but very very slow! It's great if you want to enjoy a slow brunch on a nice day but we had somewhere else to be! LOL It was still nice to try this beautiful outdoor restaurant though.

    Brooke I.

    Cara is one of my favorite restaurants in LA. I've celebrated so many meaningful moments here: Christmas Eve dinner with my family, my birthday dinner, and my going-away dinner with my closest friends, and every experience has been exceptional. The ambiance is unmatched: beautiful, effortlessly chic, and intimate. The food is consistently incredible (the lemon pasta alone is reason enough to come back) and the service is welcoming and attentive. The overall vibe makes every visit feel special. This is a place I'll always come back to!!

    Chia
    Amanda P.

    We stayed at the hotel so had the opportunity to dine here a few times. Small but beautiful space. Dining is inside a covered courtyard so weather is not an issue. Pleasing lounge-like music playing. Service is attentive but also discreet and gives you space. Speaking of space, the tables are nicely spaced so you don't feel like you are on top of the next person. Was able to converse with my party without a problem and without hearing other diners' conversations. Food was great. Enjoyed a breakfast of chia pudding and coffee. Fruit topping the pudding was fresh. Coffee was flavorful and not bitter. Lunch ceasar salad with salmon was outstanding. The greens were so fresh and the salmon was cooked just as requested. Dinner was just ok. Best thing here that we tried was the salad.

    Bianka G.

    I came here about 4 years ago for dinner and this time for lunch, but the truth still remains...What a transformation! Again, This place was a forever rundown motel in East Hollywood and they turned this around fast. It's so beautiful that it literally pulls you away from East Hollywood, Los Angeles, California and transports you into a European oasis. You can try to find street metered parking or pay $15 for valet (cash/card). Once you enter, you walk through the beautiful hotel lobby and wait at the host stand. You are then escorted to the outside seating. Some which is covered by glass ceiling. At The center of the space sits an idle pond/shallow pool as a water feature, which at night looks also looks super nice with the string lights. We came here for lunch on a Friday afternoon and they were pretty empty. There is also breakfast available but ends at 11am and brunch on the weekends. My friend and I ordered espresso martinis (wake up call) and the warm baked banana bread to start. It was indeed served warm and delicious with the dark chocolate. The creme fraiche was the cherry on top. Light and buttery and the best accompaniment. For lunch we split the Cara Cheeseburger which comes with fries and the avocado beet grapefruit salad. Everything was good and tasted as expected. Burger was cooked to our liking and I loved the hazelnuts in the salad that gave it some texture. We lastly cheered with some rose for 20 years of friendship. Overall, such a pleasant lunch date! Great spot for a cute catchup or romantic date night.

    salmon
    Celine K.

    the location is beautiful and i feel like the food has gotten even better since the last time i visited. i recommend trying the lemon pasta and the breakfast potatoes. they have a good amount of options on the menu. they have valet for $18 and limited street parking. recommend checking them out!

    Oysters
    Serenity M.

    I came here for the first time to celebrate a friend's birthday and had such a great experience. The restaurant is inside a hotel, and when I walked in, I wasn't sure where my friends were sitting. I asked the host, and she was so sweet she didn't just point me in the right direction, she actually walked me to the table. That really stood out to me, that was super nice of her! Everyone we interacted with was super kind and attentive, from the host to our server and even other staff. The vibe of the place was so peaceful it honestly felt like a little getaway just for dinner. And the views? Absolutely stunning. The food was good too. I tried the ceviche, which was decent, I personally would've liked a little more juice for extra flavor, but it was still tasty. What really impressed me was the Mic Czech beer the server recommended. I ended up loving it! If you're into light or blonde beers, I definitely recommend trying that one. Parking can be a little tricky, but they offer valet for about $15. I took an Uber so I'm not sure if they take cash, but I believe they accept cards. Overall, such a nice spot. I'd for sure come back and would totally recommend it if you're looking to try somewhere new with good food, chill vibes, and beautiful views.

    Kamron H.

    Came here for an event gotta say this place seems like the perfect place to go to if you're trying to impress anyone, literally. Food and drink are even pretty great too which most high end places tend to skimp out on that area when prioritizing ambience and decor

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    No prices on the menu. How much are items?

    if you look at the Yelp photos of menus there are prices listed

    Does this place accommodate larger parties of 8-10?

    Yes

    Is there valet parking during the day (during the lunch hour)?

    Yes there is

    What time is breakfast served until?

    11:00am

    What time does the lunch menu end?

    2:00pm

    For brunch do we need reservations or do they accept walk ins?

    Reservations is highly recommended, but they would do their best to accommodate walk-ins as best as they can. There is beautiful Bar that recently opened to enjoy and offers a full menu

    Is the restaurant 21+?

    no it is not

    What is the corkage fee?

    Hi Dennis - would it be possible to see a complete wine list? Your website has only by the glass. Harvey & Harriet at $24 a glass when it retails at $30 a bottle? Shame on you!

    How much is parking?

    There is street parking for $2/hr There was also valet but I can't recall the exact amount... $10-20?

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Dogs are welcome provided they are leashed and well-behaved.

    Does this place do weekend brunch or just lunch and dinner?

    I think only lunch and dinner. Breakfast is available for hotel guests only

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    4.3(255 reviews)
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    4.1(337 reviews)
    0.4 miEast Hollywood
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    Wow wow wow. It's been a while since a bakery/brunch spot has impressed me so and for reasons I…read morevalue: the interior is homey but also like a massive cafeteria, the food is legit and special, and you can just tell the care they put into each pastry and dish. Short rib hash, tender and scrumptious -- who doesn't love a bread mop. But the buckwheat pancake floored me. As someone who always craves earthy and umami flavors, it hit the dang spot. Not too sweet, almost like a cross between a cornbread and a hot cake, fluffy, oh so crispy (presumably from the time spent in a scalding hot cast iron in the oven). And I haven't even gotten to the pastries yet. This is a place you come to to share everything and to wipe the plate clean.

    I was super bummed to see that most of their stuff was already sold, but hey, it was noon, and it's…read morejust proof that they make great stuff! The Morning Bun is the best! A crispy shell housing so many layers of chewy croissant-like dough. The Raspberry Fairy is light and lovely, and I enjoyed the muffins and a cookie as well. All delicious, but I think they truly excel at pastry, with all those beautiful layers. I can hardly ever drive to Hollywood, and I'm so happy to have had a chance to stop here. This bakery is clearly among the better ones in a city with a deep pool of talent, and I'd add that morning bun to my best-breakfast list.

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    Pork shoulder in red chili with scrambled eggs, potatoes, cheddar, pico de gallo and hominy in a whole wheat tortilla.

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    4.4(154 reviews)
    1.9 miHollywood

    I had a lovely, quick meal last night at the Hollywood Rooftop Restaurant & Bar. I actually wish I…read morediscovered it sooner because it's great to pop into for drinks or eats before a screening at TCL or Egyptian Theatre down the street. It's really pretty on the rooftop plus has a fun vibe with a few wax figures around! Will Smith, James Dean, The Rock, Zendaya, Marilyn Monroe...a bunch of A Listers to dine around! lol! The staff was all so nice and kind here! I was actually really surprised to find such amazing staff at such a tourist type of spot. They were all just so great!!! The other clientele seemed to be coworkers there for happy hour, tourists popping by, then my friend and I! It was a good mix of people hanging out up there. I really liked the vibes. We went during happy hour which had a bunch of drink specials. I had a Mocktail which wasn't on the HH menu but it was so gorgeous and tasty! The Zombie ($12) had Grapefruit, lime juice, black iced tea, tiger's blood and was wonderful. I really appreciate when places put effort into their NA drinks. Also on the HH menu were a few food options and my friend had a $4 Steak Taco which he was happy with. I had the Box Office burger which was incredibly indulgent with A Cajun-spiced patty, balsamic onions, bacon jam, arugula and garlic aioli on a pretzel bun. Plus, they bring a little pan of melted blue cheese which they will pour tableside onto the burger for you. Cute! And I loved the burger. Who knew there was a great restaurant and bar on top of Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum on Hollywood Boulevard!? I didn't but now we ALL know~!

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    4.1(846 reviews)
    2.0 miWindsor Square
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    My first day back from Chicago to the Larchmont neighborhood and you bet I'm going straight to…read moreGreat White for dinner! Had to have their delicious black cod entrée once again. I mean, look at that beautiful seared fish basking in delightfully flavorful sweetened soy sauce with delicate spinach and shimeji mushrooms swimming around it. Every bite was roll your head back awesomeness. Accompanied by a fresh crisp glass of quality Sauvignon Blanc and it's my complete meal. Waitress Kimmy (sp?) was very charming, professional, efficient and attentive. Dining outdoors always a treat, and though a bit on the chilly side, ample heaters made it comfortable.

    Been here several times and it keeps growing on me. The host can be a bit much sometimes, always…read moreacting busy, but once you're seated it's a great experience. Indoor seating has that Tulum vibe--chandeliers, music, really nice energy. Now that it's warming up, the patio is also a solid move. Food is consistently good. We always get the burger--it's one of the best. This time we tried the crispy chicken and wow... sweet, spicy, super underrated. Got ranch with it and it was a perfect combo. Also tried their pizzas--really solid, and they have gluten-free options. Ivan was our waiter, super nice, and the food came out fast. We were in and out in like 30 minutes (we do eat fast though). Definitely coming back for the burger and to try more of the menu.

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    Can't miss with the burger. So juicy and perfectly cooked. Fries are on point as well!

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    Darling

    4.1(58 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    Came here for a quick dinner after doing some work at the Pacific Design Center. The…read moreambiance/aesthetic is super cute, feels upscale without feeling too "fancy". We sat in the lounge area and it was perfect. Got the ham appetizer, the burger, fries, and the raspberry sorbet dessert. Everything was incredible, one of the best burgers I've had in Los Angeles. Service was also great. I even called about an hour after I got home because I started getting a scratchy throat and realized I didn't specifically ask if there were strawberries in the raspberry sorbet (I'm allergic and that was completely my mistake for not double checking before I chowed down) but the host that answered was super nice, I could hear in the background her double checking with a server, who then even double checked with the kitchen to make sure they were giving me the correct answer which I really really appreciate. Side note, no strawberries in the sorbet I'll most definitely be returning here in the future.

    Sean Brock (James Beard nominee and winner, "The Mind of a Chef" Season 2 host, "Chef's Table"…read moreSeason 6 featured culinary artist, among other highlights) has taken his Southern US cuisine to Hollywood in a recently opened restaurant. Darling takes some of Sean's favorite dishes, many of which are grilled, and adds an Asian fusion touch. Will it succeed? Time will tell, but we very much enjoyed our experience at the restaurant. The first two things you will notice when entering Darling is the large shade tree settled in the center of the lounge area and the Hi-Fi DJ booth pumping out the vibes. I really liked the decor, it set a casual tone to the fine dining. And the music jammed, from World to R&B to Jazz with a couple pop hits mixed in, it set an enjoyable atmosphere without distracting from the conversation my wife and a couple old friends were able to have. Favorite dish? It had to be the Deviled Egg topped with Bluefin Tuna. It takes a memorable dish from my childhood and turns it, well, not into something my mom would make but so much better! (Sorry, no photos of the dish, our eggs evaporated before I got to my camera). The Wood-Fired Oysters and the Rockfish (which my wife ordered) were also highlights. Any misses? I thought I'd enjoy the Dry-Aged Burger somewhat more than I did. The patty itself is very large and thick making it highly fat-forward on the palate. A little bit of acid, say, a couple slices of pickle and/or tomato would benefit the dish well. All in all, my friends and I very much enjoyed our evening at Darling. Highly recommended!

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    4.3(355 reviews)
    1.1 miHollywood

    Life always presents unique circumstances and synchronicity. It is hard to explain, but one should…read moresimply enjoy. Case in point, my friend and I were going to see Spamalot at the Pantages Theatre, so I wanted to find a restaurant for lunch walking distance before the matinee. We ended up going to Lemon Grove at the Astor hotel, which was an incredible experience. I had never heard of this joint prior to dining there. After posting my review and pictures, I got a very nice response from the manager on Monday and then on Tuesday two very dear friends who are twins invited me to their birthday party that Friday night at the Lemon Grove where one of the sister's daughters is the DJ. We had half of the entire roof for a great party with wonderful friends meeting new people, some DJing and dancing and a marvelous server who remembered not only my name from the prior Sunday, but also that I was gluten intolerant and brought me a menu I could select from while she was taking care of over 50 people. And as you can tell I am so shy and demure to boot. She was fantastic, and the food I ordered: GF Lemon Pasta and 1/2 dozen oysters while sharing the Brussels Sprouts, were all superb. The GF lemon pasta in a pesto sauce did not have any chance to avoid my boca and I left no penne unturned nor uneated. Who says you can't enjoy a place twice in one week and have a great experience both times. It's Déjà vu all over again.

    Randomly came across Lemon Grove when in Hollywood and decided to grab some brunch. It's…read moreconveniently located inside the Aster Hotel's rooftop and there were luckily still tables available. We did not have reservations and were still seated promptly. Service was great - Our server Travis was really nice and checked in on us often. Food was delicious! The dishes looked simple but actually packed a lot of flavor. The Pearamount+ cocktail was so tasty. It had no alcoholic taste and was so smooth which made it dangerous. I should've gotten another one. I would totally come back and try other dishes next time.

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    3.9(243 reviews)
    0.1 miLos Feliz
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    I very much love coming here because a lot of these guys work really hard to keep a big place like…read morethis clean and they have a lot of different items to keep track of the one thing you have to acknowledge this kitchen gets the food out great and it always taste good they do it in less than 10 minutes. I've never had to wait more than five minutes and I love the coffee here they even offer cold brew, but I'm telling you right now. I always sit at the counter so I can listen to the music. This place is clean. The food is great. I'm gonna be coming here for a long time because a lot of us who can't afford a lot. Get a really good experience here and that's the one thing this place offers. It gives many of us have a chance to have a restaurant experience and a lot of us can't afford that but here we're treated great and the quality of food is spot on delicious don't forget to say thank you and tip your service because you won't have to wait for your food!

    I would like to share feedback regarding my experiences at the NORMS Restaurant location…read more First, I want to recognize one of your servers, Ava. She consistently provides outstanding customer service and is a major reason I continue to return. Whether I'm ordering takeout or dining in, Ava is professional, attentive, and respectful. She represents your establishment in the best way possible and is truly an asset to your team. Unfortunately, my overall experience at this location has been inconsistent. There have been multiple occasions where other servers have made me feel overlooked or unwelcome, as if I was not being properly attended to. Additionally, I observed management interacting with customers in a way that came across as unprofessional and unpleasant, which was discouraging to witness. These experiences have, at times, left me feeling uncomfortable and concerned about how customers are treated. Without Ava present during certain visits, I believe the overall experience could easily become negative. While the food itself is acceptable, the atmosphere and level of service significantly impact the dining experience. I hope this feedback is taken seriously, as there is clear potential for improvement in both customer service and management conduct. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

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