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    Laurel Grill

    4.3 (524 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Vodak pasta added chicken
    Perla S.

    Food was so good a lot of flavor service was awesome Clean restaurant dim light very fast pace

    Vodka pasta, gnocchi and sashimi
    Natalia H.

    The ambience was magic, our server was very kind with great vibes! I'm only putting 4 stars because I expected little more hit with the food, but still was great and very tasty!

    Cocktail
    Brett P.

    Nice setting atop the culver stairs. In and outdoor seating. Full bar. Maybe I was expecting a more old school steakhouse but it just didn't hit. Way too loud, and tv's on the walls. Staff was nice and attentive, but somewhat contrived, like they had all been told to watch and emulate the Bear. Food was solid, but standard. The steaks were cooked more than requested. I had heard good things, but maybe they are just relying on their previous reputation and non repeat customers. Want a total disappointment, but not going out of my way to go again.

    Chicken
    Natalie S.

    I met my friend here after a long work week. We deserved martins, and Laurel Grill has a really good one. I've come here and just sat at the bar solo, and it's a great people watching spot. The bar is pretty spacious so I've never had any issues with finding a spot. We decided to split dishes to try more options - margarita pizza: this came out very quickly after ordering. We were surprised how quick. But I really enjoyed this pizza. It felt like it was light, as light as a pizza can be. Would definitely order again or try a different topping. - meatballs: these were huge. And very tasty. 10/10. - chicken: we were pretty full after the pizza and meatballs, but the chicken was pretty good. I don't know if I'd order this again. I'd probably try something else. But it hit the spot. Overall the food is great here. I didn't like the baby screaming in the bar, nor the creepy guy staring at us from the bar. But sometimes you can't get away from that.

    Rotisserie chicken w rice pilaf
    Ashley H.

    Sat at the bar tonight, the bartender was not friendly at all. We also had to ask for everything... more water, silverware, dessert menu. Also they don't offer anything for birthdays or occasions... not even a free ice cream?? I think they should up their game because that is kind of lame considering the prices. Overall the bar is fine because it's clean and the lighting inside is still nice.

    Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
    Areial R.

    Updated review! On Saturday, May 9, I had the opportunity to try more items from the menu, and I'm so glad I did. The food and service were spectacular! We ordered the lemon pasta with grilled shrimp, pepperoni pizza, Caesar salad with chicken, hot bread, and the delicious cheesesteak egg rolls. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We also enjoyed an assortment of tequila drinks, and everyone was happy with their selections. A special thank-you to our server, Cassidy P., who was absolutely amazing. She was attentive, friendly, and helped make our experience even better. I'll definitely be asking for her the next time I visit!

    Apple pie - get this!
    Lizzy R.

    Located at the top of the Culver City steps, Laurel Grill is a nice restaurant with lots of casual food options like hotdog, burger, ribs, etc. it's created by the same owner as Laurel Hardware & Ysabel. It's gets busy and even with a reservation on Resy, we had to wait 10-20 mins to be seated. There are lots of booth tables which I love and have me a little bit of Houston's vibes. They have all the staples you want from a "new American" type restaurant and food is good overall. They don't have an actual kids menu but offer kids options like buttered pasta and grilled cheese. The best thing I had here is the apple pie - so good! But it comes smothered in caramel so ask for that on the side if you're not a caramel fan.

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    Jacqueline B.

    My partner and I stopped by on a weekend to enjoy a drink at this relatively new local restaurant. Unfortunately, our first visit was disappointing. The first thing that stood out was the bartender placing my martini glass on the bar well before preparing the drink. A martini should ideally be served in a chilled glass, so seeing it sit out and warm up before being poured was an odd start. The service continued to miss the mark when the bartender assumed we were only ordering one round and rather abruptly placed the check presenter on the bar before we indicated we'd like another round. It came across as rushed and unwelcoming. In a city like Culver City, where hospitality standards are typically high, I expect service to feel warm and attentive. Unfortunately, that wasn't our experience. Based on this visit, we weren't impressed with either the service or the overall experience, and it's unlikely we'll be returning.

    Cajun shrimp salad
    Jenny Z.

    Sashimi was fresh and delicious! Yummy watermelon juice as well. Service was excellent and quick to get seated. Easy to make reservations online too. Always clean in here with plenty of seating!

    Grey Goose Martini with Blue Cheese stuffed olives.
    Nikki B.

    It was a beautiful day in L.A. and a rooftop lunch with a view was the perfect way to spend a Saturday. I was joined by three beautiful ladies - Laurel, Lynn, & Te-See. Our server was a delightful girl named Cassidy. She took good care of us and had a great personality. We started with cocktails to toast our friendship: It's Giving-Paloma, Main Character (a riff on an espresso martini enhanced with vanilla syrup), Inverted Vesper (a twist on the classic with elderflower & grapefruit oil), and a Grey Goose Martini dry with Blue Cheese stuffed olives (for me of course). The menu contains lots of mouthwatering options. Our order consisted of: Hot Bread, Meatballs, Smoked Bacon & Pineapple Pizza, Spicy Vodka Pasta, House Salad, Caesar Salad, & two sides of Fries. I highly recommend starting your meal with the Hot Bread, which is baked in a wood-fired oven. It's pizza dough stuffed with mozzarella and topped with a light marinara. It is addicting. The meatballs were served on a bed of whipped ricotta and topped with marinara and shaved Reggiano. The House Salad was loaded with fresh veggies and came with a mustard vinaigrette. The handmade rigatoni was al dente and the spicy vodka sauce had a good flavor. It could have been spicier but it was still delish. Lynn said the Smoked Bacon & Pineapple Pizza was the best "Hawaiian" pizza she's had because it contained fresh pineapple and crispy smoked bacon. The fries were yummy and perfectly cooked. The vibe on the rooftop was chill and the view was lovely. (I was happy to see a well-mannered dog sitting at the table nearby.) The décor inside is also quite nice with sleek wood paneling and an open kitchen. A commercial for Ariana Grande's Cloud perfume was being filmed down in the courtyard the day of our visit. We got to see a parade of bubbles floating by. It was entertaining and a nice ending to our wonderful get-together. *Validated parking in the structure for the Culver Steps.

    Cajun shrimp salad
    Beatrice V.

    Met up with some ladies here for dinner! We made a reservation in advance. This place was popping when we arrived, super busy. It's up above the culver steps. Pretty twinkle lights throughout, a nice ambiance. You can park in the lot right ahead of it and they validate parking so you get 2 hours free. Huge restaurant inside, lots of seating. Seating in the outdoor patio as well. There's even a grand piano inside, so I imagine they have performances occasionally here too. I asked the waitress what she recommended between the Asian chicken salad and the Cajun shrimp salad. She said the Cajun shrimp so I went with that. It's not inexpensive at $28. It has a nice presentation! It was good and had a nice mix of ingredients, hazelnuts, orange, and Cajun-spiced shrimp. Decent amount of shrimp on the salad but not sure it's worth nearly $30. My friend got the Asian chicken salad and the portion was significantly larger and it was cheaper. Curious to have tried that one out. We also got the chips & guac which were decent but the guac was a little too on the creamy side for me. Staff was diligent at refilling waters etc but they also had an air of hoity-toityness. I did like the vibe of the restaurant though. Good for business meals or a date night or meeting up with friends.

    Family party of 6.
    Shik P.

    We had our family get together lunch at Laurel Grill on a Saturday late afternoon thanks to my brother who frequent this eatery and suggested for all of us to eat here. Thank you also to our Dad who always pays for all our family get together meals. He wants to continue to do our traditions even after our mom's passing. Laurel Grill provides comfort, ambiance, delicious food and meals along with excellent customer service. Love the patio seating and outside seating along with the indoor dining tables and benches. Thank you to our sweet waitress who made suggestions on what to order and checked on us a few times. At Laurel Grill we decided to order and try the Fried Calamari, 2 orders of Bread Service, Mediterranean Seabass, 2 orders of Rotisserie Chicken, Brisket Sandwich and 2 orders of Cheeseburgers. The Fried Calamari was delicious and crispy. It wasn't salty. Mediterranean Seabass was on point and wasn't over cooked. Rotisserie Chicken was flavorful and tender. Brisket Sandwich and Cheeseburger were plentiful and just delicious. We can't wait to come back to Laurel Grill and try other food items on their menu. Laurel Grill is now added to our list of favorites eateries to frequent with family and friends.

    Delicious lunch on the balcony!
    Lynn O.

    I had such a wonderful lunch here with fabulous Yelp friends, Laurel, Nikki & Te-see. It was a beautiful day so we opted to sit on the balcony overlooking Culver City shops. The interior of the restaurant is stunning with a grand piano, fireplace, asymmetrical angles and a wrap around bar. I'm sure it's romantic at night. I was also impressed that they have Toto toilets with all the gadgets and bidets! Cassidy, our server, greeted us right away and took our drink orders: Inverted Vesper, Paloma, Main Character (espresso martini with vanilla), and a dry Grey Goose martini with blue cheese olives. The martinis were bold, yet smooth while the Paloma was not strong, but refreshing. We enjoyed every dish we got: Hot Bread from Wood Fired Oven- their soft pizza dough stuffed with mozzarella and topped with a little tomato, basil and oregano. A great starter for two. Caesar Salad was evenly dressed over the fresh romaine and topped with house made croutons and shaved Reggiano. Nikki & Te-see got the house salad and that looked fresh and delicious too. Meatballs - came with 3 generous sized meatballs baked in marinara sauce and served over whipped ricotta. Very juicy and flavorful. Smoked Bacon & Pineapple Pizza- their version of Hawaiian pizza was the best I've had! Love that they use crispy, smoked bacon instead of Canadian bacon and FRESH pineapple, as opposed to canned! I asked for BBQ sauce on the side and thought it was perfect as is! The crust was thin too, just the way I like it. Spicy Vodka with house-made rigatoni- I couldn't resist stealing a couple bites. The pasta was al dente, the sauce wasn't really spicy but it was good. Cassidy took great care of us and even wished our friends a happy birthday. Just kind of wished she brought out a birthday dessert! There is a parking structure below the restaurant and they validate.

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    1 month ago

    Vibe and service were great. Apps were pretty good but could barely find the chicken on my fried chicken sandwich. Thin as paper. Do better.

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    Does the restaurant have valet parking?

    No but there's a very large structure under the restaurant for parking

    Is this restaurant good for couples after a Douglas Theater Matinee?

    Definitely. Make sure you make reservations. Otherwise, could be a little wait time as they are popular. Nevertheless, waiting inside or outside is a beautiful setting.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    Is takeout or delivery available?

    I know that you can order takeout for sure. I don't know any restaurant that wouldn't let you order for takeout but as far as delivery goes, I think you could get delivery if you used one of the services but what is the point of that the place is be… 

    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    Yes ! And they have cozy firepits out there as well.

    Does this place welcome kids and is there a kid menu?

    It’s a bit sophisticated for young kids, and no kids menu. When you say “welcome kids”, they wouldn’t kick you out, but there are not special seats for example, for little ones. If they would fuss or cry, I suspect people would be looking. It’s… 

    Is this a Hillstone restaurant?

    I don't think so. Even though the menu reminds me of Houston's by Hillstone, the Internet lists Laurel Grill as a Dean McKillen restaurant (a competitor).

    What are the Gluten free options? Do they have gluten free bread, pasta or pizza?

    I'm waiting for the answer too

    Is there happy hour?

    I've been there a few times. No happy hour yet.

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    4.4
    (189 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    This is a great place for after work happy hour in a casual ambiance. I came here for birthday…read moredrinks with my family before we headed to dinner nearby. The location has a spacious area filled with a variety of wine options. I picked a Bourgogne Chardonnay from France ($36). We came on a late Monday afternoon and, lucky for us, they have a bar special on Mondays: No corkage fee! They also have Happy Hour-- Monday to Friday from 3-6pm. The Chardonnay was divine! I would totally return and purchase another bottle. We also ordered a charcuterie board and took advantage of their happy hour special for $20 (pick two-- one cheese and one meat). We opted for the 'Humboldt Fog' Chèvre as our cheese option and the Bresaola for our meat option. Both were delicious, but the chèvre was truly exquisite. We shared one charcuterie board with five people and it was enough; however if you're on the hungry side, I suggest two charcuterie boards for five or six people. In addition to meat and cheese, it comes with crackers, some pickled veggies, onion jam, candied nuts, whole grain Dijon, and apple slices. On the left side of the venue you have your variety of wine options; on the right side, there's the bar and some tables, plus a small area with other snacks for purchase that pair nicely with wine or beer. They even sell the Torres truffle chips! My only complaint is the service, unfortunately. The lady at the cashier was super friendly, however the bar tender was not so welcoming. When he came over to our table to open our wine bottle, he didn't greet us, smile, or say anything. He took our bottle and opened it and then asked who was going to taste. Not sure if he thought we didn't speak English since we were speaking another language when he came to our table, but overall, we all noticed his attitude and thought it was rather unwelcoming. Because of this experience, I rate this place a 4/5, however, everything else was great!

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    Piccalilli

    4.3
    (518 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    My wife treated me to dinner at Piccalilli for my birthday. It's been on my list for some time, so…read moreI was really excited when we pulled up to the restaurant! I was blown away by the service. We were seated quickly in a hip and classy, but very casual sitting area outside, and our server was extremely kind and helpful with menu questions from start to finish. Drink-wise, I ordered the frozen slushee, and it was delicious. For our food, we had the bread plate (delicious), green papaya salad (amazing balance of sweet and spicy notes), Brussels sprouts (on the spicy side, but so good), and potato wedges (great crunch, and the aioli was superb). We each got our own larger plate: I ordered the moo yang, which was absolutely terrific with a great balance of flavors. My spouse ordered the yaki udon and only had great things to say! The show-stopper of the night, however, was the s'mores ice cream. Order this. Just do it -- you'll thank me later! Plenty of parking nearby in lots, and so much to do in this area of Culver City! This will be our new splurge spot, as it's somewhat pricey overall, but *definitely* worth every penny. I can't wait to return!

    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

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    Green Curry Shrimp Ball - meh. The curry had no flavor.
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    Simonette

    4.1
    (657 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    The decor is good, very French cafe vibe with indoor and outdoor seating. It makes you like you are…read morein Paris. Our service was good. Attentive and friendly. The food is good. Well made and delicious. The sauce on my hamburger was amazing but I could have used a little less but that's just me. The fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The mimosas were made with a good balance of orange juice and sparkling wine. Definitely a place to checkout and try

    I have been here for Happy Hour but this was my first brunch! So for easter brunch they had a pre…read morefixed menu for $32, included 1 app and 1 main. Drinks: Macha latte was decent. Nothing to revert about. But wow, that mimosa was filled to the rim! I got the speciality weekend brunch spritz. I don't remember what it was call but it was strong and refreshing. Yes. The spritz was strong or my tolerance has gone way down. First course: I was pleasantly surprised by how big the Avacado toast was. It had a jam at the bottom that brought the whole dish together. Like my HH review, some micro greens would have taken my heard back. I just love microgreens! Deviled eggs and croquetts I've tried before. They were both pretty good. Croquetts can't do wrong. Mains: I got the crab Benedict and it was awesome! I filled up on my avocado toast so I took half of it home. There was plenty of crab and the poached egg was running and bright orange. That's some healthy eggs! Fresh toast looked amazing as well, same with the burger. I know the burger was also popular at happy hour for the price but I was told it was very good. I'll have to go next time just for that. Parking: Just park by the paid lot by trader Joe's or off Cardiff. Easier than trying to find parking on that street. The paid lot is $1 free and $1 additional hours. The patio was super charming with all the natural lights and shaded by the trees. The service was decent as well. Will took good care of us.

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    Meet in Paris

    3.8
    (2.3k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    I've lived in Culver City pretty much my whole life, and I genuinely don't know how I've never…read moretried Meet in Paris before. The first thing that stood out was the beautiful outdoor patio. It's such a great spot to sit outside on a sunny day. They also have an amazing lunch prix fixe menu, plus happy hour and daily specials that are honestly hard to beat. Since it's a French restaurant, we had to try the escargot. The texture was great, it was super flavorful, and dipping the bread into the sauce it came with was chef's kiss. I got the Bistro Burger, and wow it was so good. The Wagyu beef was juicy, the bun was soft and fluffy, and everything just worked. I know you don't usually go to a French restaurant for the fries, but these were genuinely some of the best fries I've ever had. I also found out they have bottomless mimosas and weekly jazz nights, which immediately made me want to come back. Overall, I had such an amazing experience here. Great food, great service, and great atmosphere. I will 1000% be returning.

    Meet In Paris came really close to being a good meal, but ultimately missed the mark. Asking for…read moresalt is never a good thing in my opinion. Service here is great though so I would maybe come back for happy hours drinks and small bites. The best thing we tried was the Wild Mushroom Tarte & the Creme Brulee. The tarte was the only item that was perfectly seasoned and balanced. It's rich, for sure, but it's a small plate so it's not overwhelming. Other dishes: - Soupe a l'Oignon Gratinee: burnt cheese that taste burnt in a bad way, onions not well caramelized (they seemed rushed), and flavorless broth - Boeuf Bourguignon: beef was tender but flavor fell felt, needed some salt to enhance the flavor - Moules Frites: perfectly crispy and seasoned fries, mussels were cooked well, but the broth needed salt At one point our server took the salt from our table and brought it to another, so not enough salt seemed to be a theme with their food. We came for DineLA and I'm glad we got to check out a place we hadn't gone before. Ambiance wise, it does remind you of a Parisian brasserie. But at $100+ I wanted a great meal and it was just okay.

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