went here for my grad dinner and it was spectacular!! honestly, my FAVORITE spot in LA now! i…read morecalled an hour before bc my reservation didn't go through and i was able to snatch a spot--bless the heart of who said okay to me i was stressing during my commencement ceremony bc of this the food was so yummy. as a southeast asian, the flavors of each dish seemed strikingly similar to our authentic dishes and were all executed so well. there wasn't a single dish that my party of six did not enjoy. the papaya salad, moo yang & thai curry pork katsu in particular were my favorites of the night we took an uber there so unsure about the parking but its surrounding area was very lively on a saturday night. the overall ambience of the restaurant is perfect for any occasion. our server was SO kind and answered all our shenanigans without judgment. we felt so comfortable dining here. overall, im def coming back! you really can't go wrong with piccalilli as everything about them is top-tier. my new favorite gem in la

Came here for happy hour and snacks with a couple of girlfriends on Cinco De Mayo…read more The Laelia Blanco tequila served neat was the drink of choice for us all and it was smooth. For snacks, we shared: Thai Chicken Katsu - it was nicely breaded and not overly fried with a refreshing side salad Crispy Rice Salad - very flavorful with great textures with the crispy rice Cinco Chuchito - it was good Brussel sprouts - really heavy on seasonings I was not prepared for all the heavy flavors and it wasn't bad but it was a lot. The service was nice. We came here because all of the locations we wanted to try were really booked with long waits. I was surprised there was no wait or not many people here on such a busy night. Glad we got to try it and cross of the list. The décor here is also really interesting with an open kitchen and patio. Also, speaking of open kitchen, there's a 3% charge on the food that's call Kitchen Love. Not sure if that's the standard at restaurants in the area or if it's on the menu but that can definitely rack up with a full dinner with friends. As for parking, there's meters if you're lucky to snag a spot or there's plenty of parking structures in the area.

Went here with my wife, son, and his partner. Service was excellent. They passed my first test…read morefor "real Indian" by having Kingfisher beer. We ordered a broad selection from the menu. Biggest hits were Chicken Korma, Chana Masala, and Biriyani. All of these were excellent. Cauliflower and samosa appetizers were solid. Butter chicken was average. Next time I visit my son in Culver City, I'm going back here.

I spontaneously met up with an old (vegetarian) friend here for dinner and really enjoyed their…read morenon-meat options. We ordered the Jackfruit Jalfrezi and the Daring "Butter chicken" with imitation meat. I normally am not a fan of imitation meat, but both dishes were overly. The jalfrezi had an incredible flavorful profile and I loved the tang of the gravy. The rice and garlic naan were good, but nothing memorable by themselves. My drink, the NA Indian detox was actually a smash hit. Service was friendly, but the bathrooms were surprisingly dirty/old. Maybe a byproduct of a busy day, but I definitely expect better for a restaurant at this price point (-1 star).

Been here twice, almost just see if the first time was a fluke...it wasn't…read more This little place, hidden in the lobby of a hotel, is fighting above its weight. A gem, just across from The Wiltern! There are places nearby with lines...skip them, come here! Bulgogi quesadilla? Amazing. Kimchi steak taco? Not soggy, steak is lean, pico de gallo is perfect counterpoint. Street sandwich? Comfort food. Tortilla pizza? Fantastic (but get the sriracha mayo and Tabasco to accentuate the positive). Beverages? Dynamite. Whiskey with fresh strawberry puree? As good as any tiki bar. Gin with lemonade and lemon cello with sparkling water? Delicious and dangerous. Not for nothing, service has been great both times Highly recommend, looking forward to coming back again!

First off, I like the ambiance. It's very pink, very girly, very aesthetic. I love how it's…read moredecorated throughout. Lots of potential for cute photos. This was one of the places that we had on a list that we were considering for event venues. It was much smaller than I expected but it could still work for our party. We originally weren't planning to eat here since we had other places to check out but my friends already had a table so we came by to say hi. They tried the food but I didn't so I will skip that part here. Service unfortunately felt very awkward and weird. This takes away from the ambiance in my opinion. We did consider ordering something like dessert (but weren't too keen on the menu) in the short time we were there as a courtesy but it felt very forced and in hindsight would have taken too much time. It just didn't feel warm or friendly at all. Same vibes from hotel staff too (it's inside the Garden Suite Hotel which makes parking slightly easier compared to the rest of the area). We may still return to book an event but to be completely honest I'm not personally inclined to visit again after this experience.

First time visitor Street parking and private lot…read moreIndoor outdoor dining Uncertain if dog friendly establishment but layout appears it could be but don't quote me :) The plants!!!! And decor! Mermaid. In a green house whimsical setting Sushi / bowls / noodles / small bites / various drinks / baked goods Got there before the rush ! It will get busy 2 gentleman running FOH and orders Place your order (note surcharge for use of cards) and then be provided a number and then find a table and wait to hear over the loud speaker for your name or number Definitely quality without a doubt Summer noodles with udon poach egg with runny yoke chili oil and garlic goodness along with radish for crunch and cucumber for chill factor Edamame as simple as it is plump and cooked perfectly served with a side of salt Water dispenser available and many signs to please buss your own table Definetly recommend for solo group kid friendly spot and the ambiance. Be mindful of space and the peak hours!

Cute spot. Quality ingredients. Food a bit uninspired. Portions small…read more Spicy salmon bowl has a small swipe of fish on top. Not anywhere near a hearty portion of protein. On top of that, Order at the counter and asked for a tip. Okay fine. But then you get a number and assuming they'll bring it out. Nope, go pick it up yourself. Grab your own condiments. Then they have signs asking you to buss your own table. I'm sorry, WHAT are we tipping for? Zero service. Zero. The entire place is self-service.

We got the Hainan Chicken and the Mee Goreng. Service was friendly-- we got seated right away and…read morethey were really helpful with their recommendations. Seating area is cute, with TVs inside and outside. - Hainan Chicken: chicken was soft and juicy, but rice was a bit hard. It comes with 3 sauces and we liked the ginger-chili sauce the most! - Mee Goreng: reminded us of chow mein. A little greasy but good flavors.

Closed Forever !!!! Here for about 10 years, but they're…read moregone now. I hope they're doing well wherever they're going.

Let me start by saying the food was not bad, however it was the worst part of the experience…read more Really incredible vibe, live music, and the lighting is exactly what you'd want for consuming raw fish. The highlight of the meal was the crispy tuna, but I would stay far away from the dumplings. Lastly, huge fan of the bathrooms and soap scent.

Food was delicious, vibes were amazing for my friend's bday and Charlie truly made us feel very…read morewelcomed

Have heard good things about Simpang so I had to see if it was true. It got quite busy on a Tuesday…read moremorning, which was surprising because it was a weekday! They had a special brazino dish and it was AMAZING. It had a bit of a char and the sauce wasn't overpowering. The salad they added on top tasted really refreshing.

Decided to try it while in Venice beach area. It is in a small strip mall but valet parking by the…read morerestaurant (free for customers). We ordered grilled Sea Bass in banana leaf, coconut rice and the vegetarian noodle. I asked the server to make it super spicy. Since he kind of guessed I will need additional spicy, he gave me the house hot pepper sauce. Sea bass was very tasty and the hot sauce complimented the extra sambal the chef had added. My kid laughed the vegetarian noodles but said, it could use extra spices. A bit blander than what we get in Bay area Indonesian places. Overall, the owner/server was nice. Small but well decorated place. Around 5 miles from Venice beach but we didn't mind the drive. At least thanks to free valet parking at the restaurant the dinner was not super expensive.

It's kind of hilarious that I've actually mistaken this place for another place. I had to double…read moretake to make sure it was the right one because I remembered it being somewhere else. But I was glad I came to this place. Love the atmosphere. It was energetic, a bit loud, and has a cooled retro night bar with neon signs. The alcohol display behind the bar was a spectacular view/design. It's high, making it looking pretty against the dim backdrop. We ordered four dishes, Dan Dan Mian, sichuan eggplant, chili wonton, and duck bao. The Dan Dan was unique. I didn't expect it to be spicy like all the other ones I've tried. But it was amazing! All of them were! Reservations are strongly recommended since it gets filled up pretty easily. Lastly, I want to give our waiter, Peter, a huge shoutout for being so attentive and engaging. He was on top of it! Great energy and very friendly.

Sat at the bar and had a great experience. The drinks were innovative and really well prepared, and…read morethe bartenders were attentive without ever feeling overbearing or like they were hovering. I ordered the dan dan myun noodles and General Tso's cauliflower. Overall, Little Fatty puts some fun, gastro pub style spins on classic Chinese dishes. The space is moody and intimate, making it a fun spot for a date night or drinks and small bites. I found the dishes to be a little on the sweeter side for my taste. Personally, I'd recommend it more as a place to grab a few small plates and drinks rather than somewhere to go for a full meal.