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    Manuela

    4.2 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids

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    DineLA 2026: Venison Burger, Brioche, Pickled Green Tomato, Crisp Leeks, Roasted Garlic Aioli
    Ran C.

    It's odd how sometimes Yelp sometimes show pics from previous visits to a restaurant on a review, then in cases like this one, only showing my most recent visit. Whatever the case - it's time to finally share my thoughts ... This most recent visit was during DineLA 2/2026. Dropped in on a weeknight and enjoyed it just like I have before. This was my third time. Parking was the same. Street parking or nearby garages. This time parked in the garage behind the brewery. $25. No validation. Other lots and street parking in the area too. Service was as expected. Excellent. Attentive. Friendly. Efficient. Clearing tables (was seated at a small table and space was an issue with all the plates) and refills. A genuine nice - not something feigned making you feel like the server is working the gratuity. Food was good - see pics. Went with the DineLA menu (Venison) and added a few menu items. And drinks. Enjoyed the ingredients and how everything blended together. It may not be for all, but the dishes that this team offers works for me. By the way, there's a bar - which I didn't know is open before dinner. Had a few cocktails before dinner until my table was ready. On another note, there's both indoor and outdoor seating. I've not sat outdoors yet but next time will try. The indoors area is cool because you can see all the action but it can get a little loud. Yes, you read that right. There will be a next time.

    Cream Biscuits, Col. Newsom's Aged Country Ham, Steen's Butter
    Alyssa O.

    By far one of my favorite restaurants I've tried this year. Such a cute, chic, aesthetically pleasing spot. We came for dinner not expecting much, but I am now emotionally attached to those biscuits. They were AMAZING. The cocktail list had a great sense of humor, and the wine list was extremely long -- I couldn't decide. I went with the Spritz'er I Barely Know Her... she was cute, refreshing, and definitely a must-sip. What we ordered: Miyagi Oysters -- 10/10 Burrata Persian Cucumber Salad -- 10/10 Creamed Biscuits -- 1000/1000 (good lord... incredible) Venison Burger -- 10/10 Butterball Potatoes -- 8/10 Pork Chop -- 8/10 Heirloom Half Chicken -- 8/10 For three people, we shared everything and still had leftovers. Everything was delicious. I'm already planning my return for brunch!

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    Ally B.

    Wow! I must go again cause we had a lovely dinner last night! I was looking for a place that was dog friendly and had some vegetarian options for my friend and this checked all the boxes. We didn't end up brining her little pup, but the ambience was so inviting, luxurious, and natural. Surrounded by greenery and well kept patio furniture, stylistic and industrial fixtures, it was a space you wanted to stay in. The food was superb as well. Biscuits and butter were a HIT and recommended by our server. The burrata salad, so fresh and tasty as a starter. And the artichoke and Lima bean dish was delicious, satisfying, while light. And one of our favorite parts, the SPRITZ HER I barely know her drink! The St Germaine spritz they make here is worth coming back ALONE! Our service was excellent from water refilling, recommendations, to our hostess greeting us quickly, 10/10 and will be back to try more dishes!

    Brandon Y.

    7/10 Got the smoked albacore dip, cream biscuits, and chilaquiles negro. Biscuits are a must if you go and everyones favorite by far. Dip was good and the presentation was really nice. I would not recommend the chilaquiles if I'm being honest. The mole sauce gets a little old/ tiring after a couple bites. Outdoor seating area is pretty and seeing all the birds fly is fun.

    Butterball Potatoes, Crème Fraiche, Pickled Onion, Shishito, Horseradish
    Joe M.

    Tried Manuela in the Arts District for the first time for dinner, and wow--this might have been one of the best meals we've had in a long time. We brought the family here to celebrate a birthday and were so glad we did. The restaurant has a uniquely eclectic and fun atmosphere, and the service was excellent from start to finish. Every dish we ordered was packed with amazing flavor, and honestly we loved everything we tried. Hats off to the chefs and the whole team--this place really impressed us. We'll definitely be back!

    Elizabeth P.

    The service and the vibe are great. It's a versatile spot - a good spot for casual date night, a little dinner with colleagues, or a casual dinner with friends. However, I would knock points off for their food. I tried several dishes and wasn't very impressed. The tiger prawn dish was spicy but a bit mild in flavor and not very memorable. The duck dish was the same. The best thing about this place seems to be their biscuit tbh. So, a spot to go for some good drinks and apps but eh for dinner. If you're looking to "wow" someone with food I don't know that this is the spot.

    Venison Burger, Brioche, Pickled Green Tomato, Crisp Leeks, Roasted Garlic Aioli
    Margaret P.

    I had the opportunity to dine here for brunch. It's such a beautiful restaurant inside of Hauser & Wirth. We ordered a handful of bites to try: - pear arugula salad - venison burger - albacore dip - shrimp and grits - steak and eggs - cornbread Full transparency, my favorite item from our brunch was the cornbread. I enjoyed the shrimp and grits as well, but I will say I found the portions overall to be a bit small. The place though is beautiful. Definitely a place to impress a crowd if that's what you're going for. I'm curious to know if the dinner menu is totally different.

    peads & Barnett Pork Chop, Spring Onion, Chili Vinegar, Mustard Oil
    Sophia C.

    Had a really nice experience here. We ordered the butter biscuit, arugula salad, and pork chops, and everything was good. The butter biscuit was definitely the standout -- so flavorful and moisture, the best I've ever had. The atmosphere was also great, very relaxing and comfortable, which made the whole experience even better. Would definitely come back.

    peads & Barnett Pork Chop, Spring Onion, Chili Vinegar, Mustard Oil
    Anna P.

    I celebrated my birthday here, we enjoyed every plate that was shared. The arugula salad with pear was super fresh and slightly sweet. The pork chops were cooked beautifully, tender and juicy with great seasoning. The halibut was flaky, moist, and really clean flavors that didn't feel heavy at all. We also loved the biscuit with butter and honey -- simple but very delicious , warm and comforting. Must Order! The smoked albacore dip with rice chips was addictive and packed with smoky flavor. Even the roasted cauliflower impressed us, was really tangy and perfectly caramelized and not just an afterthought veggie side. For dessert, we went all in. The blood orange sorbet was refreshing. That cake was unique, chocolatey, soft, and amazing with the top banana flavor and cold ice cream. Had an amazing time, definitely a spot I'd come back to.

    Libby R.

    This is my special place. When I want to eat amazing food and relax and enjoy a great environment, this is where I go. Usually by myself. The food is fantastic. The drinks are very good. And the prices are pricey but the vibes, environment, and food are so good, I don't mind treating myself to a little spending for the experience. I have been here more times than I can count and I have NEVER had a bad experience. My favorites are: The Trout Tartare The Biscuits any of the salads and most of the apps This is a great location for a date - friend, romantic, or self.

    Mimi L.

    It's been a while since we had visited this beautiful greenhouse like restaurant and bar. We are somewhat familiar with the bar cause we come in for a few martinis whenever we are in the area. They make great vesper and grey goose dirty martinis. We made a last minute reservation through Resy Amex global dining. The host guy was very nice to seat us as soon as he could! I am glad that this place is still so popular and thriving. As it should be, the brunch experience was nothing but perfection! The menus were big with extensive food and drinks. It's California cuisine but many items looked Spanish to me. For food we decided on albacore dip, shrimp aquachile, two orders of baked oysters, clams and side of potatoes. Also lemon cake and pear sorbet as desserts. Quite a few vesper and grey goose dirty martinis to go with our amazing tapas. And matcha latte oat milk and double espresso for food coma. The food was absolutely amazing and I liked the tapa portions. Our waitress was so friendly and attentive, in fact all workers were so fast and helpful. It's rare to see fast service at a lot of restaurants these days. I was very impressed by their high service levels! We should and will come in for full meals more often!

    Amazing cocktail.
    Troy S.

    As always, everything was great at the restaurant. The flavor of everything was, as always, very interesting and amazing. Consistently one of of the best restaurants in DTLA, if not all of LA.

    Eggs Benedict
    Emi G.

    Bday lunch with bestie. This place def gets a lot of points for ambiance. Felt like they were a bit understaffed. The lentil soup was my favorite thing and they were kind enough to bring out a sorbet for my birthday. Overall pleasant experience.

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    Ask the Community - Manuela

    What is the parking situation? I am on a walker and looking for disabled parking.

    They have valet for most of the hours they are opened.

    What's the dress attire?

    You can get away with dressing casually

    Hi, does this establishment take walk-ins? I am unable to book online and would like to come with a group on a Friday evening.

    With a group, it could be challenging to get in at night! You are pressing your luck without a reservation. You should call for a reservation.

    Hi how far in advance can you make reservations?

    Hi Barbara, reservations open about 30 days in advance. For example, if you were looking to make a reservation on April 16th, you will able to do so online on March 17th.

    Hi. I am wondering the brunch menu is for Sat and Sunday ? What time? Thanks Aug 11. 2023

    Yes, Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-2:30pm

    Is there a cake cutting fee?

    Hi E.K., we have an outside dessert fee of $3 per person.

    What is the corkage fee currently?

    Hi April, our corkage fee is $40 per bottle for each of the first two 750ml bottles and $80 per bottle thereafter.

    Are there vegan options?

    Not really!

    Is this place kid friendly or offer a kids menu?

    No kids menu. I don't think I noticed anything that is kid friendly. It's more upscale and romantic.

    Is the wood fire grill back up and running? Thanx

    Not yet! We will be sure to make an announcement.

    Do they have a vegan menu?

    Hi Cassandra, We don't have a vegan menu, but we do have menu items that can be altered to be… Read more

    How much is the valet parking?

    It is not a flat fee and I did not read the sign carefully, I thought it was a flat fee of $6 dollars. When I left, I learned that the $6 was for the first 30 minutes and after that it was a different rate. I had brunch and the cost came to… Read more

    Are there any non-alcoholic drinks for dinner?

    They didn't have iced tea or soda available when I went recently but I had a horrible experience here. Girl and the Goat or Bestia are close and MUCH BETTER. I'll never go back here it sucks

    Is street parking a b*tch for a Saturday brunch? And how much is valet?

    Haha yes. I'm a regular and my best advice is to take the earliest reservation. And arrive 15-20 min and likely you'll find street parking. Also top LA secret all Yellow Curbs on Sundays are open to park and no ticket will occur. Look up yellow curb… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    Is your garden bar still open? And is it open on Saturday?

    Hi Amanda, our Garden bar is not currently open for service. A portion of our bar is outdoor and we do have a beautiful patio for dining if you would like to enjoy an outdoor ambiance!

    Do you guys accept reservation for the garden patio area? Want to bring my dog.

    Hello Kristina! Thank you for your question! If you are interested in joining us in our main restaurant & you would like to bring a dog, please call us to let us know. We will make sure to seat you at an outdoor table. If you are interested in… Read more

    How much is VALET these days?

    Hello! Thank you for your question! Our valet is currently $6 for 30 minutes & $12 flat for any time after that.

    Do they serve lunch on saturday or only brunch?

    Hello! Lunch is available Tuesday - Friday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Brunch is available Saturday & Sunday from 10 am - 2:30 pm. We do not offer our Lunch menu on weekends.

    Can you bring a cake for a special occasion?

    We held a surprise gathering for a coworker here and brought a cake but we reached out to the manager prior.

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    I'll get the things I didn't like out of the way because it didn't really impact my final score…read more One, they don't have rice. With things like goat curry and gluten free options, you gotta have rice. Second, they ran out of goat curry. I came all the way from San Diego to try it. Oh well. Excuse to come back. I loved every bite I tried. There was nothing that disappointed. The standouts were the green beans, the Brussels sprouts that came with the chicken, the pork shank and the tuna and crunchy quinoa salad. I'm still thinking of that crunchy quinoa. We had no room for dessert. So maybe next time we try the goat curry, get the quinoa salad again and get dessert! The service was great too. Attentive but not overbearing. It's a cute restaurant both inside and outside.

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    Verve in the Downtown LA Arts District is so much more than a coffee shop. The people behind that…read morebar are not just baristas -- they are work concierges. Every single day they field the wildest, most specific drink requests, charging needs, and a million other needs with grace, speed, and genuine kindness. All so they can they host us -- for hours. Full workdays. Meetings. Calls. Creative sessions. All of it. It runs smoothly because they make it run smoothly, and a good design makes the space flow. If you love working from Verve the way I do, please remember: this is not just a café. It's a community space powered by real humans who work incredibly hard. Tip generously. Be courteous. Clean up after yourself. Make eye contact. Say thank you. Places like this don't stay magical by accident.

    I give it 4 stars because it covers the basics and quite more…read more The ambiance is really nice - or at least I happen to like it . - This industrial, minimal approach is something that I happen to like. The staff is always friendly and easy going. The music is for the most part good which is a huge plus. The quality of the coffee is good, not the best, but not garbage either. Above average. I have been going to a few of their locations and the Arts District one is one of my favs. I will keep going there, it's a nice hub. Cheers!

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    I hopped over to Azay for a quick lunch and promptly fell in love. From the ambience, to the…read morejoyfulness of the staff, from the presentation and sheer flavor of the food... everything was perfect. I ordered the Japanese Breakfast with mackerel and it was perfectly proportioned and flavored. The mackerel was cooked perfectly crispy without burning or drying out the fish. Folks have said the miso was a bit warm, but proper miso is meant to be made in warm water lest you kill the beneficial bacteria. Which means, the miso soup was also perfect. I also ordered the eel bowl for take out, and it's possibly the best eel I've ever had. More importantly, the way they flavored the rice surprised and delighted me. I don't think I've ever had rice taste so so so delectable. I would honestly just go back to eat the seasoned rice in their eel bowl and be the happiest person ever. The miso butter chocolate chip cookies was also very good--more buttery than miso tasting though. Thank you very much for such fine service and feasting. I left feeling lighter and happier. Thank you thank you thank you.

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