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Great White Melrose

4.0 (393 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Ann L.

Perfect spot for Brunch, EXCEPT it's all day long and any day of the week. And the food was beyond expectation. Heard about their famous breakfast burrito which was, as the rumors spoke, phenomenal. Made with crispy bacon bites, soft scrambled eggs, hash, chipotle aioli and wrapped in a perfectly toasted flour tortilla. Perfect! But the show stopper wasn't the burrito, it was the CHICKPEA SCRAMBLE. This is a bowl with cucumber-avocado salsa, chickpea (mashed and bites)-spinach tahini with dill (I believe), and sourdough. The sourdough is used to make your own diy avocado toast except with the chickpea mash. Sooooo incredible. I don't know why people haven't been talking about this dish more. I will definitely be coming back for this in the future. They also serve lunch menus and has a full bar. Highly recommend!

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Chris W.

We had a group late lunch and we all love this smoked salmon pizza so much It is so delicious The service is always so good and hospitable and we even open a bottle of wine the day We had a good time there and even stayed til dinner time and the candles had been lighted up and it is very romantic with the music playing at the night Highly recommended

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Jimmy S.

Came to this place to try their breakfast burrito. I will say it was very good with the crispy tots and well cooked eggs and the added avocado really went well. The salsa that came with it had a nice mild kick. For the price, the portion size of the burrito is a bit small. The mezcal cocktail I got was very tasty. The staff was very attentive and nice. For being that busy, they manage to provide decent service. The atmosphere is very lively vibes. I can see why many want to try to eat there for the atmosphere alone. The nice open air and space and shaded structure makes it a nice place to eat at.

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Tony S.

Finally made it out to this location. I'm usually at the Venice spot, but after hearing all the hoopla and... stuff.... about this one, I figured I had to see what the fuss was about. Turns out... there isn't any, and that's a good thing. It's just as fun here, with the same great vibe, consistency in service, and the decor that makes the place feel effortlessly cool. The only noticeable difference is a little extra Hollywood chic and slightly sharper fashion among the crowd. Most importantly, the food delivers just like the Venice location. My two brunch go-to favorites- the blue smoothie bowl and the breakfast burrito- are just as fantastic here as I expected. Consistency like that is rare, and it's exactly why I keep coming back. Safe to say this location is now another regular stop for me, and a nice little home away from home. Bonus entertainment: if you keep your eyes open, you might catch a few B- and C-list celebrities lingering outside while they wait for a table. Always good for a bit of people-watching.

Fish Tacos
Mae M.

Always a nice time at Great White! This was my first time at this location but I've been to others and the menus and upscale brunch vibe are the same. My friend and I split the Tremendous Burger and Fish Tacos. Both were very "wet" entrees and were messy to eat but it was plenty of food and we left food. Personally I thought the burger was better than the tacos which we didn't realize would have lettuce shells. The fries were pretty average and nothing good once they got to room temperature. Parking can be a little difficult in the West Hollywood area but if you lap a few times you'll probably find something. If you can wait they also have valet.

Saif R.

Came here for a business lunch with my manager and team member and the environment was pretty nice. Open air seating kinda vibe and the menu had a lot of options. I got the veggie breakfast burrito and I would say, I would probably not get it again. It was small for the price and not that good tbh. I was just expecting something better. Got some coffee to go, that was pretty good. Overall wouldnt come here again, and its just pricey just like things in the area, but the taste doesnt make up for it.

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Martin T.

This place is always packed, and for good reason. Staff, vibes, and food are all great. From what I've had... Fantastic: - breakfast burrito - hotcakes I'd skip: - avocado toast - the burger ^ These two aren't bad, there are just better burgers and avocado toasts in weho.

Jeanette W.

The staff was really friendly and the chicken crispy sandwich was huge. Definitely generous portions. The atmosphere was nice and everything tasted really good. Would come back for sure

The small portion of the Breakfast Burrito.
Wes F.

A friend wanted to have breakfast here today, and despite the mixed reviews, I agreed to give Great White a try. Located on the very tony part of Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, the restaurant sits among other high-end restaurants and retail stores. We arrived just after 10a and the restaurant was half filled. We were greeted by a friendly host and seated immediately on the covered outdoor patio. It was raining this morning, but you hardly knew it. The restaurant is large with an indoor/outdoor open floor plan that works very well. Beautifully decorated, great lighting, and bright artwork on the main indoor wall. I loved the open air feel of the two combined rooms. Our waiter took our order after answering our questions. He assured us that we'll be happy with our choices. We never saw him again after we ordered. After around 15 minutes, our food arrived. The plates themselves are large, but with small portions of food. See pictures. I ordered the Breakfast Burrito. The waiter assured me it was very filling after I told him I was starving. The burrito was very good, but it was smaller than expected, and not very warm. My friend ordered the Eggs and Toast, and he enjoyed the meal, too, but said the food was not hot. Unfortunately, everything for breakfast is à la carte, so he ordered a side of bacon (as posted on the menu), but it's actually Canadian Bacon. Big difference, but not the end of the world. We had a side of fries which looked perfect, but unfortunately, not hot or warm. Disappointing. After the food was dropped, no one ever checked up on us. We had to flag down a busser for a refill of coffee. There seemed to be plenty of staff and they were friendly, but we didn't know who was overseeing our table. Once we finished our meals, we had a new server check up on us. Too late, we finished our meals. All kinda confusing. I love that most food items are California farm to table. That partially explains the high prices. The food was good despite the temperature, but definitely not worth what they were charging. Again, friendly service, but confusing at best.

Breakfast burrito
Amanda V.

Did I stop in at Great White because it's named after my favorite shark? Yes. Did I end up having the best breakfast burrito of my life while there? Also yes. The burrito was next-level -- packed with scrambled eggs, Oaxaca cheese, scallions, chives, bacon, chipotle aioli, tater tots, and a side of salsa. Every bite was balanced, flavorful, and just indulgent enough to feel like a vacation meal. Pair it with (a bit overpriced) fresh juice, and you're set. The café itself has that laid-back California-coastal vibe -- airy, bright, and effortlessly stylish. Parking, however, was a bit of a challenge for this out-of-towner. The area is high-traffic and tight on spots, so I'd recommend parking a few blocks away and walking in -- it's worth the short stroll. All in all, Great White lives up to the hype. Whether you come for the shark name or the stellar food, you'll leave planning your next visit.

Brussel sprouts
Lauren T.

The host last night was so welcoming right off the bat. The ambiance was insane- i felt like I was in tropical Mexico (the weather helped). We ate the Brussel sprouts, poke bowl, and shrimp pasta. Cannot recommend this place enough.

Chelsea C.

Solid four stars.... parking is a pain, but there is valet. Really lovely restaurant, staff is very nice and friendly, also helpful. The food was good, we shared the ceviche which was fresh and light. I had this curry salmon. Very flavorful, although the salmon was slightly overcooked. My friend had the market salad with salmon. Felt it was a little pricey, but considering it's Location, it does make sense. They have limited cocktail menu, but the mini dirty martini is lovely.

Black Cod
Hee K.

Prepare to wait if you're planning to come here on a weekend. But this place is situated on a street with lots of boutiques and cute shops for you to check out while you get that "your table is ready" text, so the wait isn't too bad. My table got bunch of items to share and everything was good. Two standout dishes were the Black Cod and pizza. the fish was tender and pizza was chewy with a crispy crust. The waitstaff was friendly and the service was quick. I really liked the open space of the restaurant- will come back for dinner to see how the vibe changes.

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Are they dog friendly?

Depends who is working that day,.: my service dog was turned away

Are they usually open the day after thanksgiving (Black Friday)?

U take reservations?

They do!

Where do you park?

There are meters on Melrose and a public parking lot by the West Hollywood Public Library on San Vicente and Melrose. There is no validation or parking provided by the restaurant

Do they have cocktails at this location or just wine/spritzes?

Yes they have many cocktails

Is this location dog-friendly?

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