Epic, epicurean, sybaritic Cantonese/Hong Kong Banquet marking over 40 years of Joss was presided…read moreover by the ever congenial, worldly, sophisticated owner, Cecile Tang. This event will be remembered in our mind, heart, and especially by our stomach. I was very fortunate in receiving notice of the last seating at Joss in the form of private, reserved banquets in September 2026. Joss had previously closed to the public at the end of August. 8 courses were most ample, and generosity was evident in the use of luxurious ingredients and elaborate culinary techniques. 1) Wu Gok: Fried Taro dumpling (Chinese: 芋角) covered in an airy, lacy, crispy batter. The mashed starchy, naturally sweet Taro root hides a soft oyster. Lightly smashed, crunchy, salted cucumber, dark cloud ear mushrooms are dressed in subtle, sweetened rice vinegar dressing similar to Japanese Su no Mono salad. Accompanied by whole red Thai chile and a slice of garlic clove. 2) Roast Squab: Small pigeon like bird slow baked to golden brown to retain succulence with pleasant scent of 5 spice where star anise added licorice aromatics. Possibly crushed red table pepper & touch of powdered Sichuan pepper in the salt blend provided along with a wedge of lemon for adding gastrique. Small nubs of dark, brown, squab meat were lightly sautéed with finely chopped bright green asparagus in butter lettuce leaf cups. Crunchy, thick rice chips for textural contrast. 3) Winter Melon 8 Precious Broth: Served in its own whole melon tureen after being cleared of its "meat". Shrimp, pillowy bay scallops, chunks of soft, juicy Winter Melon, diced earthy Shītakè mushroom, ham were some of the ingredients in soy sauce darkened chicken broth. 4) Maine Lobster Aberdeen over Braised Noodle with Lobster Jus Naturel: Whole scarlet lobster shell is placed over al dente thin pasta looking like squiggly Linguine. And barely steamed chunks of lobster that may have been coated in egg white & corn starch, then flash sautéed to seal in moistness for a plush velvety surface and fibrous, meaty, sweet interior. All the above are tossed in a concentrated lobster shell based broth along with medicinal ginger, chiffonade of scallions, toasty, aromatic sesame oil. Some will say this is a highly sophisticated, "royal" version of Lobster Cantonese. 5) Crisped California Red Snapper with Lychi Sweet & Sour Sauce: Whole fish lightly battered with possibly corn starch-wheat flour for extra crispness of the skin. The frying of the fish in light, clean oil gives the fish meat an ethereal, airy texture. Then a fruity, lychee, oyster sauce based, vinegar acidic sauce is applied garnished with sautéed green, yellow, red bellpeppers. 6) Joss Peking Duck: May be the signature Chinese duck dish in all of California if not the U.S. The special involved method leaves the skin, especially the legs, with a lacquered, shiny, lustrous glow. The crispy skin exudes a sweet, lush fattiness that is tamed by the extra earthy, sweet, heavy, viscosity of the fermented soy bean Hoisin/"plum sauce". The duck meat is lean, toned, moist for different effect. All the above can be placed in a taut, stretchy, ultra thin, leathery wheat crêpe slathered with Hoisin dressed with julienned watery cucumber and chiffonade of scallions. 1-6a) Chrysanthemum Tea paired well with the Chinese Banquet cuisine. The earthy, spicy, floral tones were ideal. Dessert: 7) Steamed Chocolate Pudding Cake is chocolatey, ultra plush, touch sweet, moist in a pool of dark chocolate sauce. 8) Fresh Coconut Frappé: Young, tender coconut meat, coconut water, possibly condensed milk seems blended and chilled to make a refreshing, frothy, aerosol-like whip cream texture. Garnished with mint leaves. What an incredible repast "by Executive chef Golo Kwokson Yu who joined the kitchen in 1988, training under master chef Lao Ying Chieh before taking over as Chef de Cuisine in 1993." Bravo to his culinary prowess! So privileged to have the last supper. Wishing Ms. Tang, Chef de Cuisine Yu, and the friendly, cordial staff the best, happy, good fortune. 5+++ stars!!!

We went to Joss tonight for the first time…read more THE GOOD Easy parking. Quiet atmosphere. One of the best appetizers I've ever had: Eggplant Chips Crisp slices of Asian eggplant topped with savory diced Yu Shiang eggplant. Their upscale take on brown rice was pretty wonderful: Heirloom Multigrains Unprocessed heirloom multigrains cooked in a clay pot to heighten its natural aroma. THE BAD Aside from the two dishes mentioned above, we found the other entrees to be unremarkable. Service was also unremarkable. One overworked waiter was handling the entire dining room, so service was not swift. Took 10 minutes 'til the brown rice equivalent I ordered finally appeared--and I had to remind him to bring it. I asked for an iced tea. He said he'd check to see if it was available. Never got back to me about it. The waiter had not a shred of warmth or personality.

Stopped here for a quick lunch, and fell in love with it. Little cozy place on Santa Monica Blvd…read more There was no line and we could sit imminently, the hand-rolls were so yummy and flavorful. And the service was extremely quick and they were all so friendly. Highly recommended!

Great backup plan if you don't want to wait for Sugarfish Beverly Hills' walk-in line. Reminds me…read moreof Kazunori if it's not a chain. A casual sushi spot that scratches the itch and not overpriced, fresh sashimi and tasty. Never heard of this place, was looking for a quick dinner before we head off to the next stop and this was nearby. No reservations needed when we came in on a weekday dinner around 7. We had the handroll set, and the seaweed salad. Everything was great. Everything is fresh, no chalky fish. The nori was very crispy as well, love the ambience. It's clean, casual and the ceiling gives a contemporary modern touch. I'd consider this place as a great backup when Sugarfish at Beverly Hills are packed, because usually the wait time for walk-in is ridiculous long and other restaurants at the street are more upscale. Don't really remember about it the service but no bad attitude. Nothing to complain about, it's decent, not magnificent. Wouldn't travel out of my way to come here but would happy to come back and discover more of their menu options next time.

Came here for our anniversary and sat at the bar. It's a small, quiet and intimate space, which…read moremade it perfect for a special occasion. The food was refined and delicious, with a great variety of dishes throughout the meal. I also really appreciated the amount of food and how the menu progressed, there was enough variety that every course felt like something to look forward to. I remember looking down the menu throughout dinner and actually getting sad as we got closer to the end because I didn't want the experience to be over. Such a lovely meal and definitely somewhere I'd come back to.

Loved it so much the first time, I came back a second time. Truly a dining experience, that you'll…read morelove to keep coming back to. Every single dish, has its own unique flavor, taste, and if you do the wine pairing, the wine selected is truly right on the money. From the moment you get into the parking structure, the staff is waiting for you, as they know you have a reservation. The service is very quick, and attentive. I see some people talk about how small the place is. Can I say something? That's exactly how it should be. Less is more. So much more. As someone who wants a nice quiet dinner, with no crowds, this place is exactly that. You have your dinner, with little to no interruptions. Also, the fact that it's connected to the valet is a huge plus. In today's world, even Beverly Hills isn't safe. This is a huge plus for me, as I want to feel safe, and secure. Back to the food. Can I have 10 orders of the shiro ebi w/ caviar?! Load me up with the caviar. So gooooood!!! The otoro had an amazing buttery taste. We got extremely lucky and got to have the rare Kamutoro sushi. Can't wait to come back again soon, and once again have a great experience. If you haven't checked this place out. Do it! Cheers to the executive chef Earl, who made this experience all happen to perfection.

Perfect spot for a date or girls night! The space has a really romantic, moody atmosphere, and we…read morehad such a nice time here. We ordered the sashimi platter, Wagyu don, Diamond Roll, and miso cod. Everything was delicious, but the sashimi platter and miso cod were probably my favorites. The fish was fresh, everything came out beautifully presented, and the portions were great for sharing. The service was also friendly and attentive throughout the night. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back

First time at Jade, and wow, what a beautiful spot! The aesthetic is stunning and creates such a…read morefun atmosphere. We had a reservation but grabbed a couple of drinks at the bar first. The bartender was incredibly friendly, told us about the different events they host, and encouraged us to come back on one of their livelier nights. Every drink was crafted perfectly, balanced, flavorful, and not overly sweet. The food was just as impressive. Everything tasted fresh and was absolutely delicious. We came on a Friday night, and it had more of a date night vibe, which we really enjoyed. From what we were told, the weekends get much livelier with rooftop events, so we'll definitely be back to experience that. Highly recommend if you're looking for great cocktails, delicious food, and a gorgeous atmosphere.

Rosalynn is finally in Beverly Hills! I went to the soft opening night…read more The space is located inside the former Bouchon Beverly Hills. A underground parking lot and you take the elevators up to the courtyard floor and the entrance is right next to the elevators. Venue: it's giving Old money. I love the chandeliers, the dim lighting and the carpeted floors. The brand fits the gorgeous venue. Food: shareable plates. Large portions. I loved the scallops, the Wagyu skewers, and the matcha tiramisu for dessert. Chef Jasper does his food right. Service: they are super attentive with the drinks and the pours. They take away plates at the right timing and the dishes come out very quickly. We had the same server the entire night and she was the best. Overall: Rosalynn fits this space so well and I hope it stays for a very long time so I can come back :)

Another yummy Thai find! Tasty Thai House did not disappoint! The food was delicious, flavorful,…read moreand came out fresh. Everything we ordered was so good, and you can definitely taste the care in the cooking. What really stood out was the great service, the food was served fast.

You know why they call it the Tasty Thai House? It's because the food here is Tasty…read more It's hard to find good Thai food in this area, but this place does a really great job. They are no Zabb Thai of Newport Beach--the best Thai around, but Tasty is one of the better one in this area. The food here is expensive--it's going to cost $50 min for 2 people to dine here. Portion size is average. You won't leave with any leftovers. I always get the spicy eggplant with chicken. Employees are fine and service is fast. They do a lot of take out--the dining room is never too busy. Good for a date, solo, business, friends, or couples.

Chef hilo was amazingly welcoming! Food was delicious. I went there with my gf and the day after we…read morehad the experience we decided to get married!!love you chef Hilo!!!

I wanted to love Hilo. Friends from NYC highly recommended it for both the seafood broth and the…read moreexperience. Unfortunately, this was one of the most frustrating dining experiences I've had in a long time. We booked the 8:00 PM seating, one of only two seatings that evening (6:00 PM and 8:00 PM). We arrived around 7:30 PM and were told they weren't ready because the entire 6:00 PM group was still there. Fair enough. We were asked to come back later. When we returned at 8:00 PM, guests were standing outside because the restaurant had locked the door. Despite having an 8:00 PM reservation, we weren't allowed in or seated until around 8:20 PM and didn't receive food until after 9:00 PM, all while many of the 6:00 PM guests were still dining. The seating situation was complete chaos. Guests were shuffled around the restaurant as tables slowly opened up. Some of the 8:00 PM guests were crammed together while the 6:00 PM was still finishing up, and people were continually being relocated. There were even guests from lunch services still occupying tables and screaming to the chef. Adding to the confusion, people were constantly walking behind the sushi bar to take photos while raw seafood was being prepared. Personally, I found that uncomfortable and unsanitary. Instead of acknowledging the delays or apologizing, Chef Hilo repeatedly explained that he was running behind because he was entertaining celebrities, important people, and high-profile guests. He mentioned several times how popular he was, but never once apologized to the guests who were waiting. The commentary throughout dinner was uncomfortable and inappropriate. Conversations drifted into topics involving sex, race, his dating life, his divorces, and other personal details that felt completely unnecessary. At one point, he openly told a woman that he would "bend her over" if her husband wasn't sitting next to her. He could see the very irritated look on my face and said, "You look like you want to eat my hand." I responded that I would like to eat at some point, considering we'd been waiting over an hour beyond our reservation time. Rather than recognizing the frustration, he asked what my problem was and loudly told me that I didn't have to be there if I wasn't enjoying myself. Had there not been a reservation deposit involved, I would have left. The frustrating part is that most of the food was actually pretty good. The fish quality was excellent and several bites were memorable. The standout person of the evening was Chef Siverio. While Chef Hilo spent much of the night talking, Chef Siverio appeared to be doing most of the actual work. He was professional, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about the guest experience. He was easily the highlight of the evening. I rarely reduce gratuity because I understand how difficult restaurant work can be. In this case, I lowered the tip and handed Chef Siverio cash directly because I wanted him to know his efforts were appreciated. What became obvious throughout the evening was that Chef Hilo knew we were unhappy. At one point, he told another couple that he knew how to "read a room and adjust accordingly," as he is trying to give us all of our food to rush us out. Yet there was never an apology for the delays, the disorganization, or the atmosphere. The food was excellent. The hospitality was not. I left remembering this guy's ego more than the fish, and that's never a good sign. The friends who recommended Hilo to me had a completely different experience because they were the only guests there that night. Unfortunately, that wasn't the experience we received. If you're looking for great fish, you'll probably find it here. If you're looking for a great omakase experience, I would strongly recommend managing your expectations and taking your money elsewhere.

We ate at Si Las Thai restaurant on Robertson last night. It was my first time eating there. I…read moremust have driven past it many times, but never noticed it before. This was the best Thai food I have ever had! I used to love Tommy Tang on Melrose and Chan Dara on Larchmont. Sadly both of these restaurants are gone now and most Thai restaurants I've been to leave me disappointed. But not Si Laa. We had 4 dishes for the 3 of us. The dishes we ate included the Hidden Treasures, Crispy Duck, Prime Filet Mignon and Pad Thai Shrimp. All these dishes were perfectly prepared and so tasty! I highly recommend Si Laa Thai and I am planning to return very soon.

Small portions for a lot of money. Food is good but not great. Not returning to these types of…read morebusinesses moving forward.