Let me start with the highlight--the cocktails were a 10/10. Seriously, not a single miss. Unique and delicious. The old fashioned had a strong sesame taste which really worked well and had a surprising punch. The penicillin was probably the best I've had in a while. Now that that's out of the way--everything else was aight. For the price point, it just didn't hit like it should have. I'm sayin $50+ for fried chicken! For that kind of $$$, I expect to be blown away. Instead, it was just... mid. Not bad, not great, just not memorable. Same goes for the rest of the menu: flavors good, portions were ok, but again, overpriced for what you're getting. The oxtail was flavorful and tender. The charred cabbage has a smoky, BBQ flavor that was satisfying. And the fennel dish was refreshing and unique. Apps were impressive, but only if this were a vegetarian restaurant. Creative, but not something I'd go back for. Favorite (besides the cocktails) was the side of the house made chili oil we ordered which was, you guessed it, not free. Service was friendly, but it took over 15 minutes just to get our order in, which set the tone for a pretty slow-paced meal. I came in with high hopes, but overall it was mediocre. Glad I tried it, but nothing pulling me back. read more

Firstborn - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Overall I would say this place is decent but it's kind of overhyped for the price point. The interior decor sets a good vibe. Service is great. I'd come back but not going out of my way to return. Spent about $160 per person Detailed thoughts on the dishes: Excellent - hojicha orange milk - presentation is very creative and tastes great - Blueberry corn tart: can taste each individual component - Lamb - basically a twist on cumin lamb skewers. Very tender and well seasoned! - Egg custard - almost looks like a shakshuka. Egg is silky and flavors are well balanced with a nice peppery kick to it. Good: - cucumber & melon - Heirloom tomatoes - Duck rice - Fried chicken - thought this would be chicken wings but you get 2 full size drumsticks and thighs. Exterior crust is super crispy and inside is tender and moist Just okay: - BBQ cabbage: Had high expectations for this dish but it was really just okay. Nothing special. - Beef tongue: too much going on. Flavors of vinegar, salt, and chili oil are a bit too heavy. read more

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I really wanted to love this restaurant, but some of the dishes felt like they were trying a bit too hard. I came with a small group and we ordered quite a few things. The server asked us a couple of times if we wanted rice, and it wasn't until we were halfway through the meal that we realized most of the dishes were quite salty--rice would've helped balance that out. A heads-up would've been appreciated. That said, there were some real highlights: the duck sausage, carrot congee, sweetbreads, grouper, and short rib were all excellent. I wasn't a fan of the steak tartare--it probably should've just committed to being mapo tofu. ENJOY! PS: I got really lucky with metered parking! read more

Duck Susage 5/5 Scallion Pancake 2/5 Szechuan Chicken 3.5/5 Seasame dessert 5/5 Cocktails 6/5 read more

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The ingredients and paired flavors were phenomenal- right now theyre leaning into peach, melon and seasonal truffles. The service was really great and felt well coordinated. The room was full but it wasn't loud and that made me love this experience even more. The bathroom was very clean, with nice towels . Overall, everything felt effortlessly intentional, not pretentious. 10/10 read more

Firstborn is a new hidden gem in Chinatown! The creativity of the menu stands out--modern, bold, and delicious. Highlights for me were the mapo tofu steak tartare, carrot congee, and the fish collar (special of the day). All the desserts hit the spot. Cocktails were on point too--I had the sobacha bourbon fizz and it was a great . Can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. This place is something special. read more

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Pretty good addition to Chinatown's food scene. This place is a an upscale Chinese fusion restaurant and is a nice replacement for the former Angry Egret (Wes Avila) patio. Parking garage is reasonable at $5 flat rate and takes the headache out of finding parking in Chinatown. We sat in the patio space as we were walk ins without reservations. The Patio was a welcoming space but the indoor restaurant definitely seemed to have "vibes" of its own. Service was friendly and helpful with the servers offering up their suggestions and recommendations which was helpful for tackling an unfamiliar menu. Now for the main event, the food: The drinks were great. We ordered a non alcoholic milk punch and their house Negroni. Both were great 5/5 To start we had the duck sausage in tofu skin (5/5) and wood ear mushrooms (5/5). The duck sausage in tofu skin reminded me of a dumpling it was savory, meaty, yet refreshing. The emoji mushrooms were marinated in black vinegar and served with snap peas and daikon radish (5/5) and was by far the most refreshing and "cool" / cold oriented dishes of the evening. 3/5- confit pork belly and pea congee. This was really just a pea risotto and did not provide the same warmth and comfort as a true congee. The hard rice texture wasn't what I was expecting or hoping for. The peas were a really nice addition. I did like that this dish was well seasoned but I found they used too much oil (there was some kind of oil drizzle in addition to the natural fat from the pork belly). Oxtail and squid (5/5)-one of our favorite dishes. Oxtail braised In a savory gravy and dressed with pickled cucumbers and rice noodles. Our server recommended adding beef far fried rice (4/5) to enjoy the broth : gravy with--great suggestion! The beef fried rice helped us really enjoy the dish to its fullest. The fried rice was a nice conduit for other dishes but I found it to be overly oily on its own. (2/5) chongqing / mala fried chicken. This was the biggest disappointment of the night. We understood the mala fried chicken to be their signature dish but it was a major disappointment. The technical execution of the fried chicken was great--the batter was thick and crunchy and the chicken was tender and moist (neither under nor over cooked). Now for the problem--there was zero flavor. I'm talking no salt. This dish desperately needs a wet brine and a dusting of finishing salt at the end. I thought the chili crisp the chicken was dressed with or the side of chili crisp I ordered would improve the flavor but it was really one note. The table right next to ours ordered the same dish and had the same takeaway "needs salt." (5/5) green apple granita--the dessert we order redeemed the evening. The green apple granita was a luscious custard topped with green apple flavored granita ice and a pie / graham cracker crust. The dish was so light and refreshing while also maintaining a multilayer / multi flavor quality. So good! Overall really enjoyed this restaurant and would come back but do not recommend the fried chicken unless they make major changes to the recipe. read more

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Firstborn is probably my favorite restaurant in Los Angeles. Every time I've visited, whether outside patio dining in the summer or dining room in the fall or multiple stints at the bar has been delicious, cozy, warm in both atmosphere and service. The food is great. Having been multiple times and trying the chef's new and evolving takes on his dishes, I'm impressed with his creative approach to his food. The BBQ cabbage and duck fried rice are my go to's but I also love the ever changing tofu dumplings and the congee. Service is always terrific and I always feel welcomed like an old friend. And the cocktails. My god. read more

Firstborn is basically the first child your parents actually brag about -- and honestly, they have every right. The food here? Phenomenal. Asian-influenced, but raised on a steady diet of creativity and pure flavor. Let's talk about the Fried Chongqing Chicken: $55 may sound like a lot... until you realize they basically bring out half a chicken coop. Four legs, four thighs -- enough meat to start questioning your life choices (in the best way). And for those whining about "$55 for fried chicken" -- may I kindly direct you to Howlin' Ray's down the street, where one leg and thigh will run you $12, a 2-hour wait, and a minor existential crisis. At Firstborn, you get your money's worth and you still like yourself afterward. Other stars of the show? The Steak Tartare -- think "Mapo Tofu but make it fancy." Savory, spicy, rich -- the only way it could have been better is if they had hand-fed it to me while playing a tiny violin. Also -- please do yourself a favor and dive into their tea-inspired cocktails. We had the White Flower Negroni (Song Cai Floral, Cimarron Blanco, Lillet Blanc, Saler's Aperitif, Grapefruit Twist) and the Baijiu Pu-Erh Kingston Negroni (Green Mandarin Pu Erh, Ming River Baijiu, Smith & Cross Rum, Campari, Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino, Lime). Both were so good, I briefly considered ordering a third and then writing a Yelp review entirely in haiku. Service was friendly, vibe was chill but polished, and my only complaint is that the service was a bit slower due to short staffed I believe? Highly recommend -- bring friends, bring stretchy pants, bring your self-esteem because you'll be flexing hard after this meal. read more

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We will be back again!!! Dining here after my younger sister's college graduation at UCLA was the perfect way to start closing a long and busy day! Not only was the food superb (we went for the newly implement brunch menu) but the cocktails and service was absolutely top tier!!! Names that we caught were Tom (Server), Lisa (Manager), and Kenzo (Bartender)!!! LA don't let this establishment down!!! They are whipping up something special and if they are given enough time to continue to refine further, I guarantee that Firstborn.la will have no issue becoming the new premier establishment in the long and historied story of Chinatown, Los Angeles!!! read more

Firstborn - happy customers - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My fiance and I were really excited to try Firstborn and ordered a ton of stuff. I won't list out everything we ordered, but everything was very good in terms of taste and presentation. I will say the mapo tofu steak tartare, vegetable rice, hojicha orange milk punch, and the chamomile custard were AMAZING. We have been craving these items since we've left. The punch was the most interesting mocktail I've ever had--so decadent and luxurious. read more

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Service was not very attentive as we waited for quite some time for someone to come by and take our order after being seated. I don't know if that's a result of us being seated in the patio versus the dining room or being short staffed that evening or something else. In fact, our server brought around waters after a few minutes and immediately left without asking if we were ready to at least order drinks. Of the items we ordered we enjoyed the Fried Chongqing Chicken the most. The batter was light, had a nice crunch, and had a bit of a kick. I would've liked more spice from the peppers, but its fine. We packed leftovers and they were just as good as when they came out of the kitchen after a couple minutes in the air fryer the following day. The meat was tender and juicy whether it was dark or white meat. We also had the Steak Tartare, Duck Sausage, Steamed Custard, BBQ Cabbage, and Zhajiang Oxtail. Unfortunately all were a bit lacking. We were particularly disappointed with the cabbage dish as we found it underwhelming and not worth the $22 it sells for. The drinks were absolutely the highlight of the evening. We had the Firstborn Spring Martini, Sesame Old Fashioned, and the Lactose Blueberry Bramble. All of these cocktails were excellent and I think the flavors in each were well balanced and thought out. I very much wanted to order another around of cocktails to try but I was ready to leave. I think I would come back for drinks and the fried chicken. Really cute spot. I hope maybe it was just an off night. read more

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Truly a unique take on Chinese/American flavors. The cocktail program is really impressive - they do also have some interesting NA options as well. We tried a bunch of things and honestly all were good but the true standouts were the Chongqing fried chicken (absolutely ridiculously crispy crust - our server told us that many diners who end up taking leftovers home end up microwaving the chicken and it's *still* crispy the day after), the charred cabbage (which apparently takes two days to prep) that's stuffed with leeks and the duck sausage (I am still thinking about these). Sleeper hit: beef fat fried rice. If you can try to get seated inside as opposed to outside which is the main hallway area of Mandarin Plaza. We ended up outside and moved tables because of rain - it's kind of loud outside especially in the evening where there was music from some kind of event going on near the plaza. You can also definitely hear pretty much all the conversations going on around you from fellow diners given the tables are packed close together - but that's just LA pretty much. You can try and find street parking or you can park in the lot on the north end of the plaza - the night we went it was $7. read more

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Had an absolutely perfect meal at Firstborn. The ambiance is first rate: soft lights, sophisticated color palette, comfortable seating and layout. We started at the bar where I had the Firstborn Spring Martini which was crisp and herbal with a float of celery oil. My friend had the non-alcoholic lacto blueberry fizz and really enjoyed it as well. For dinner we wanted to try everything but decided on Braised Fennel, Steak Tartare, Steamed Custard, Fried Chongquing Chicken, Cumin Lamb Saddle, and Vegetable Rice. Immaculate flavors across the board - new and satisfying combinations. I thought the tartare and the chicken were particular standouts and I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. This is such a welcome addition to the LA dining scene. Get your reservation now! read more

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New restaurant in Chinatown that we were excited to try. I am always hesitant to like any Chinese-American restaurants as I feel like the flavors never hit, always a bit bland so I was skeptical. Ambience was lacking for us as they sat us in the "courtyard" literally concrete no decor - next to the kitchen door and a bin full of dirty dishes - even when we made a reservation and were not a walk-in. Already was terrible to seat us there when we were dressed very well. Ordered a round of cocktails - they were decent, nothing particular standout and in very small glasses. We moved onto wine for the dinner. We ordered salt and pepper squid - was ok but very burnt so not the best texture. Fried chicken lacked flavor, it was sitting in a pool of Chinese hot oil but still lacked spice but the crunchy skin was very good. Steamed clams in black bean sauce was good, delicate, but had big croutons in it that didn't make much sense. The charred cabbage was the best dish we ordered which was full of flavor and fun to eat. Because the other dishes were so bland I asked for hot sauce which they charged us for but was the same non-spicy one under the fried chicken! The pacing of the food was really bad, things came our one at a time, and you know in Chinese food you eat family style so we were literally waiting for the dishes to all come out but it was one after the other. And the duck fat rice we ordered to go with the dishes did not come out till the very end! They paced it to not accompany the dishes. It made no sense. Ladies' room was very dirty with no paper, hand towels were empty. Lack of detail devalues the experience. I hope they figure it out. There is potential to be an elevated experience. read more

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I had high expectations going in, but unfortunately the experience didn't live up to the hype. Food: Most of the savory dishes we ordered -- Salt + Pepper Squid á la Voltaggio, Steamed Clams, and Fried Chongqing Chicken -- were overwhelmingly salty. The Duck Fat Rice was the only item that felt balanced, acting as a neutralizer against everything else. The Vanilla Sponge dessert was fine, but nothing particularly memorable. Service: The service was just average. Nothing terrible, but nothing memorable either. Overall: When a restaurant leans too heavily on salt, it masks the flavors and leaves the meal feeling one-dimensional. Combined with so-so service, I walked away disappointed. I wouldn't return, especially given the price point and the hype surrounding the place. read more

Been here 4 times now and tried most of the menu, and I haven't had a bad dish yet. The fried chicken gets a lot of hype (and it's deserved!), but my personal favorites are the tofu dumplings, BBQ cabbage, duck sausage, duck breast, egg custard, and clams. The menu is seasonal, and things shift or adjust sometimes, but the flavors are consistently excellent. Also worth noting - the design of the restaurant is beautiful, and there's a $5 parking lot next door. If you're considering going, do it! read more

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Food: 3/5 Disappointed: Cumin Lamb Saddle Honestly I wouldn't recommend any of the main courses. They are not bad but just not that good. Bottom line not worth the money. Zhajiang Oxtail All the things in this dish just don't go together. They literally taste like things from different dishes putting together. To me this dish is a variation from Zhajiang noodle-using squid to substitute noodle but give the similar texture but lighter and oxtail substitute for minced meat. But here it just doesn't work. Highlight: Chamomile Custard surprised me! I'm normally not a dessert person but this one is so refreshing and cream at the same time! I love the shaved ice with green apple and cucumber! And the shortbread inside adds texture. Mediocre: Steak Tartare is good but just what I expected to be. Making it Mapo tofu is an interesting try. Braised Fennel and Tofu Gnudi are not very memorable. Just okay I guess. Decoration is pretty modern. Lovely. read more

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Great take on Chinese dishes. Delicious. Service attentive and helpful. Great space plus outdoor patio seating also. Air was a little cold inside while we were there. Sat outside. Was perfect temp. read more

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Came here for the DineLA menu. What a wonderful experience I had at this restaurant in Chinatown. We were told this restaurant is fairly new. It opened in March or April. What a jewel. There were several menus presented to us. The dineLA menu - prefix menu, their regular menu - a wide selection to choose from and their beverage menu. We opt for the dineLA menu. It offered a good selection to try. The good to so palatable. The corn congee and the beef fat rice were so good, it reminded me of cooking from my childhood. So comforting. The staff were equally wonderful, they check up on how we were doing, they filled our water glass and changed our dishes after each dish. As we were waiting for our next course, I observed their fried chicken presented to 2 other table. It was too much to pass, so we ordered a plate but without the chili sauce. It was the bomb...so crunchy and so flavorful even without the chili. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and may come back. DineLA is one more week read more

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This was one of my favorite meals I've had in LA in years. The new set menu is a great value and took me on a gobsmacking flavor/ texture/ fresh ingredient journey. Starting from the top...the artichokes are savory and vinegary with nuts and pops of trout roe.. The trout tartare is an absolute superstar with delicate slices of fresh grapefruit. If you're like me, you know raw fish + citrus = HEAVEN. And this is a sublime example! The scallop/egg drop 2nd course is slippery and sweet and so yummy. And then the FISH entree is INSANE - the fish is so fresh and perfectly cooked, and it's got some kind of Sichuan that makes your mouth actually tingle with delight. (The duck rice is a perfect accompaniment.) And THE CAVIAR BLINIS are BEYOND ICONIC! I had 3 but I could probably knock back 7 or 8 and still crave more. The sponge cake dessert is Michelin level delicious - with layers of crunch amidst the vanilla. I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT! Also the staff is super loving and warm and welcoming. I love Firstborn. I can't wait to go back! read more

I went in on opening weekend and got some food to go. The staff was super friendly and my order came out quickly. The fried chicken was light and flavorful. The beef roll was tender and the marinated fennel was a refreshing counterpoint to the spices in the beef. The venue is super cute and the outdoor space is really pleasant when it's warm out. read more

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Great ambience but wasn't fun in traffic during a Dodger home game. Usually all about the meat but my favorite dishes by far were the veggie ones. Seasonal Honeynut Squash and the Grilled Cabbage was sooo good! I'm a fan of Chongqing chicken but almost wish the spices were drizzled more on it. Staff was nice and very friendly but felt rushed upon our meal finishing at 9pm when we still had 30 min left so my party and I had a quicker than normal dinner. Will try again though. read more

Firstborn - Hakka Mochi Corn Tart - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Where to start? The food was amazing! The chicken was extra crispy and the duck sausage was succulent. BBQ cabbage was perfect with the short rib. Service was on point. Consistent with the drinks and check up . Ambiance was a bit loud but honestly I like that, feels at home. As for prices , it def a once in a while spot for the everyday person like myself, but you know what the quality for food is worth it imo read more

Firstborn is good. Very good, in fact. They're doing a lot right, even if a few things miss the mark. Overall, though, the meal was excellent. Service was great, and the cocktails were outstanding. The food leaned more "hit or miss," but importantly, nothing dipped below "pretty good." Every dish landed somewhere between solid and memorable. Standouts: - Melon & Cucumber - A light, refreshing opener. - Heirloom Tomatoes - Much more exciting than it sounds. Well-seasoned, full of late-summer flavor, and the jasmine geleé adds an unexpected twist. - Duck Sausage - My favorite bite. Served in an onion brodo, somehow both rich and delicate. Fantastic. - Fried Chicken - A trend I'm usually skeptical of, but this one impressed. Shatteringly crisp exterior, juicy inside. The chili oil was restrained, letting you adjust heat to taste. Pretty Good: - Corn Congee - Excellent flavors (sweet corn, pork belly, layered curry from the vadouvan, and crunch from hazelnuts). But the porridge texture leaned gummy. - Pan-Roasted Fish - Cooked well, with a buttery, almost beurre blanc-style sauce. Still, I found myself wishing for something lighter--a delicate broth might have lifted the dish more. Misses: - Salt + Pepper Squid - Over-salted, and I rarely say that. - BBQ Cabbage - Disappointing. It ate more like charred sauerkraut, without much of a BBQ character. - Duck Breast - The biggest misstep. Perfectly cooked flesh, but the skin was limp, the fat under-rendered, and sinew ran through the meat. Felt like a sous vide attempt that didn't finish properly. Bottom Line:Firstborn is a very good restaurant, with flashes of greatness. I'd happily recommend it to friends--but I'm not rushing to tell them to drop everything and go immediately. read more

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Loved the vibe and food. They are definitely taking a different approach on what Chinese food can be. Not to mention that they have a 4 course tasting menu for only $70. Go with a group and get one of everything. Loved it and will be back. Drinks were creative and delish as well!!!! read more

Lovely space and ambience, service overall was decent but the kitchen was very very slow on some of our items. i didn't love the wine list, as unfashionable as it may be, where is the California wine? Chardonnay was thin and tart. While we enjoyed the fried chicken, the other items disappointed. yes, it's unique, and flavor profiles are inventive, but not sure this was to good end. The $26 mussels were from a can (correct me if I'm wrong please), the cherry tomatoes puzzling, and the cabbage could have been more well seasoned. Not an inexpensive meal, and i really like the space and intention, but it's a won't return for me, sadly, read more

Second time to this Chinatown spot that is cozy and perfectly decorated. The support staff on the floor was very attentive with changing out clean plates and silverware. The server while very attentive, didn't seem to be quite as knowledgeable about the menu. Highlights included the oxtail dish (very small portion) that packed a lot of great flavors and the roasted cod. The carrot congee, while very tasty with bits of pork belly as well was almost more like a risotto as it wasn't quite as porridge consistency that I'm used to with a classic "jook." Really enjoyed the mapo tartare and the woodear mushrooms. We opted for a half order of the fried chicken that has a wonderfully crispy well coated skin. The cod was cooked to perfection and also plated beautifully. The apple granita with custard dessert is refreshing and a light way to end a good meal. It will be interesting to see how the menu changes more as the seasons change. read more

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Super cute, great service with friendly and attentive staff, and the food was very well executed. Most notable dishes we had were: - fried chicken: so crispy - heirloom tomatoes - the corn tart dessert Good but didn't justify price: - duck sausage - duck fat rice - cabbage Wish we got: - duck breast - looked insane. had fomo Would go again for the new seasonal menu! read more

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This place is a find! The atmosphere is cozy, but modern. The food thought-provoking, beautiful, and absolutely delicious. The prix fixe menu (it was $68 when we went) made it easy to try lots of dishes and I think it's such a crazy value for the quality. Servers and bartenders really care and it shows. read more

I had first heard about Firstborn on an NPR segment, and luck behold - drove by it a few days after hearing about it on the radio. Opened about 2 months ago, Firstborn is exactly the kind of restaurant I want to see more of in Chinatown...bold, modern Chinese cuisine that doesn't compromise on flavor or creativity. We tried a range of dishes - the Beef Fat Rice, Duck Sausage, Woodear Salad, Braised Leek, and Squid & Oxtail dish (which was an interesting surf-meets-turf combination)...and while everything was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully plated, there was one dish that completely stole the show: their Fried ChongQing Chicken. Hands-down it was the best fried chicken we've ever had. Perfectly crisp, incredibly juicy, and seasoned to perfection with a nice blend of sichuan spice. I'd come back for that alone. Service was equally memorable - our server and the host at the front were both warm and attentive. Firstborn is a stellar new addition to LA's Chinese food scene, especially in Chinatown. We'll definitely be back - and of course ordering the fried chicken again! read more

I was here for a wedding reception. Small but a great ambiance with superb service. The majority of the food that was served I could not eat due to my taste being a simple one; however, all the other guests devower their meal. The only thing I could eat where the potato balls appetizers and my dinner was just the fried chicken. One of the best fried chicken I've ever had. Location is not near my residence but if ever in the area again, I will definitely stop to order the fried chicken. Very crispy on the outside and tender and juicy with a hint of spiciness on the inside. Delicious! read more

Neat spot in chinatown, a bustling plaza with a lively feel to it. The interior is gorgeous and understated in a way that is classy, but welcoming. Service was excellent, our waiter was very helpful. Every cocktail was a real flavor swing and almost all came in different glasses (which i weirdly love) Food was EXCELLENT - Congee was the highlight, but the Waguy Beef Tongue, Heirloom Tomatoes, Duck Breast were all great. Looking forward to coming again and sampling more drinks and bites. read more

Parking: difficult in Chinatown Atmosphere: gives off a White Lotus vibe Service: terrific Drinks: Lacto Blueberry was very refreshing. The Hojicha Orange Milk Punch is aromatic, tasty, and quite the visual display. Food: they have a rotating menu, so anything reviewed might not last. But the egg custard and chamomile custard are must-tries. Overall, Firstborn is a very unique and worthwhile experience with a creative menu for adventurous foodies. read more

The food tasted acceptable overall, but the portions were very small. One dish, the cabbage, looked like a lump of over-charred vegetables soaked in sauce; it was particularly memorable for how poorly it matched the price. The restaurant was quite crowded, and the four of us were seated in a public outdoor area of the building with cheap décor, This meal cost us $520 which also felt inconsistent with what they charge. Additionally, if you find it hard to accept being charged even for hot water, along with an extra 3% kitchen fee, you may want to think twice before dining here. 食物的味道還算可以，但量很少，其中的一道cabbag，像烤焦的蔬菜被泡在醬水中，與它的身價不符，令我印象深刻，餐廳內較擁擠, 我們四人被安排在廉價裝飾的戶外用餐，這一餐我們付了$520，與我們所期待的性價比不符，當然，如果你對他們熱水也收費，另外還加了3%的kitchen Fee無法適應的話，要多考慮 read more

Gotta chime in here because the high ratings just don't make any sense to me. Every single dish was underwhelming and over-priced, and at one point early on our server forgot about us. We know because she apologized without our saying anything. The food: You're gonna pay a lot, but you're not gonna get a lot. High prices and small portions, which absolutely doesn't bother me if the food blows me away, but unfortunately this wasn't the case. We had: Eggplant- super forgettable, bland, needed more acid to cut through the eggplant's richness. I've cooked better eggplant at home. Oh, and SO under-salted, this was the main problem. Radishes- was like pon chon radishes in a sauce someone thought "hey, this sauce is good, let's put it with ...something...radishes?" Elements did not go together and radishes too chewy for me, but sauce was good. Again under-salted. Duck sausage- lacked flavor, especially the onion brodo. Under-salted. A theme develops. Steamed custard- what an ODD mess of a dish. This one actually almost won me over, but the under cooked peas and uneven flavors/seasoning were it's undoing. How on earth did they think all these things would work together? Gelee, scallops, peas, sea lettuce...etc...what? I think if they leaned into it being a soup rather than a custard it would be better. Just make it all sea lettuce, broth, and properly cooked peas. A little more salt needed, especially in flavorless gelee. Oxtail- maybe the worst dish considering its price. Again the ingredients just don't work together. Squid and braised beef is a huge fail imho, and the salt is once more lacking. My last bite was tough and riddled with gristle. At these prices? Unforgivable. By now you probably think I'm a mean old salt-addict. A veritable saline fiend. But then! Out comes the lamb and it was the most over-salted dish I've ever had at a restaurant. Without the potatoes it would have been inedible due to the abundance of salt. If we hadn't shared it i would have had to send it back. It was like they saved all the salt they should have put in the other dishes and sprinkled it on the lamb. And SUCH a tiny portion for $52. Maybe 5oz...maybe. Horrific. One final note on service- At these prices every course should get a new plate and silverware. That said the only time it actually bothered me was when they didn't take the ox plate away because it meant those flavors would mingle with the lamb. Giving one star because this place has to be knocked down from its high horse on yelp. Reviews must be from friends and family. Do not go. read more

I've gone three times. The food is always delicious and inventive. Vibe is relaxed but chic and cute. Service is friendly and servers knowledgeable about the menu. Menu changes. Duck sausage and fried chicken were the stand outs this time. read more

The oxtail and tartar were spectacular but the fried chicken was mid. Cocktail menu seemed a little gimmicky, service was trying a bit hard but the ambiance and the decor were top notch! A new hip jewel of a restaurant. Beware of kitchen surcharge but expected for a place like this. Had a lovely time. Loved every dessert. read more

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Service: great. Food & Cocktails: spectacular. We've been there twice already. I highly recommend the BBQ cabbage, which is mind-blowing, and the duck sausage, very unique. And don't skip the dessert. I don't think there's another place like Firstborn in LA. read more

10/10 for the ambiance, food, service and 10000/10 for their cocktails. Everything we ordered was amazing. Kingston Negroni took my tastebuds to another dimension. Must order: steak tartare, lamb, fried chicken. Definitely leave room for dessert read more

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