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    Nina’s Cafe Bar

    4.5 (241 reviews)
    ModerateFrench, Cafes, Bars
    Open 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    French Toast
    Claudia E.

    Parking is a nightmare if the neighboring venue is hosting a party. However, the food and service outweighs the negative. The service, and quality and the presentation of the food is excellent. The servers are on top of it, checking up on us, and asking for refills. I enjoy coming here for their French toast, sandwiches, and pasta.

    Diana A.

    Decided to order three of their crepes tonight and let me tell you every one of them was very delicious, Definitely give them a try!

    Pesto Panini with chicken

    Every time I visit Nina's, the experience is always amazing! Our server Cloud is incredibly kind and welcoming, and the coffees he makes are always so good whenever we come. The food is delicious, flavorful, and consistently satisfying. I always look forward to coming back!

    Menu August 2025
    BigDaddy N.

    This place is pretty good. Not great and not bad. I thought it was a French restaurant but it's a fusion of Mexican, American breakfast, French and a bar. I had the bechamel (butter cheese) & French crepes (goat cheese with almond). They were good but a little expensive. Service was ok. Food is overall good but overpriced.

    Fish tacos
    Richie L.

    Big portions, very friendly staff and a wide menu. Inside feels like a fancy dive bar when the door is closed. I added chicken to the pesto panini. The chicken was very good quality but it would have been better if it were sliced in smaller pieces. Also the "fish tacos" are not traditional fish tacos. They are actually salmon tacos.

    Piña colada

    The ambience here is wonderful. The food tastes delicious and drinks are perfection :)

    Yazmin M.

    We've been here a couple of times during Covid. Went again to celebrate a birthday. Food is always great. Service is great! Definitely a must have especially for brunch

    Annie R.

    Came back a 2nd time and brought my girlfriends this time. A party of 7 and all were happy with the delicious breakfast and the presentation! I ordered the Italian omelet again and it was even more scrumptious than I remembered!

    Smoked Salmon Salad
    Neiva O.

    Went in for lunch, it wasn't busy, the food came out fast , sodas are in cans . The salad was good , the most impressive part of the menu is breakfast .

    De La Mer Risotto

    Different name but the quality of the food and coffee remain the same. Nina's or now Cafecito de la Crepe is an absolute experience in the city of Bell. I don't know of many places in SELA that can serve a meal as delectable as their De La Mer Risotto but please do yourself a kindness and try it. Coffee is always strong here as well and made to brew. Service is always good and the restaurant has a beautiful outdoor and indoor ambiance.

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    Really good tasty food, bakery within the restaurant smells amazing . Music was also a treat

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    I've been going since they were on Gage, I was actually one of their first customers. I love Nina's! Food is just too bomb!

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    Went with family on Sunday, nice little place and food was good as well. Good vibes and reasonable prices.

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    What time do you open? 8am or 10am?

    Good morning. We open at 8am. Our apologies for this morning. There is a traffic accident on the 60 freeway. Owner was stuck in traffic. The restaurant should be opened in 15 minutes. Thank you for your business.

    Does This Place Have Sunday Brunch?

    Breachfast and brunch are served 11-2pm After 2pm is lunch and dinner

    Hi! I'm intrigued by this beautiful location. Do you have any happy hour specials on food/appetizers and alcoholic beverages? If so what time is happy hour?

    Hello! At the moment I have no happy hour specials. Currently working on providing it to our customers. Please follow us on facebook for updates. Thank you!

    Is it French? It seems more Italian to me? Just asking.

    It's definitely French 🤤

    Do they serve bottomless mimosas?

    Hello, We can offer bottomless mimosas from 2-6pm for $25 per person Monday to Friday only. We use San Antonio champagne

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    The Cellar Restaurant - Chateaubriand

    The Cellar Restaurant

    4.1(2k reviews)
    16.6 mi
    $$$

    First, it took us forever to find. It's in the backend of a plaza, same one as Somi Somi. You'll…read morehopefully see signs pointing towards a set of dark stairs that take you down to THE CELLAR. You pull the giant door and enter a vibe. It's definitely ready for Halloween, a bit dim, old fashioned, lives up to the centuries old feel. We split some soups. Both the lobster bisque and French onion soups were solid. Lobster bisque was super creamy, delicious. French onion was surprisingly mild, not heavy on the salt, very nice. I got the tenderloin, which was fine. But the winner was the salmon, very well-cooked with a super crisp skin. Service was attentive. They accept reservations, but do have a cancellation policy with associated fee for last minute cancellations. Gratuity included for groups of 6+

    Not sure what to say or how to express it.......This place is frickin OUTSTANDING! The service is…read more200%. The food is 2000%. The drinks/wine list is on spot. The ambience is like no other. Steak Tartare was like what?!?! Absolutely FANTASTIC! Came here for anniversary. They catered to us. Super cool! The chateaubriand was melt in your mouth deliciousness. You could cut it with a spoon. Mashed potatoes and veggies were out of this world. They brought out a sorbet for our anniversary which was amazing. This place is my favorite. Quaint, quiet, FRICKIN DELICIOUS AMAZINGNESS!! 100 out of 10

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    Seafood Linguini Provencal

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    Entre Nous French Bistro - Escargots de Bourgogne.

    Entre Nous French Bistro

    4.4(441 reviews)
    11.9 mi
    $$$

    塞翁失馬,焉知非福,人生所有的失去,都藏著另一種成全,世間萬物,禍福相依,一時的得失,從來不是人生的結局~…read more 今天來介紹一家在 也是在Pasadena 新發現的小店, 法國餐,環境從裡到外都很優雅, 食物, 從麵包, 鍋牛前菜, 沙拉, 主菜 mussels, 鱈魚, 菲力, 通通都90 分以上, 我們三個女生都很喜歡,甜點表現較爲普通, 一進門就看到一個帥哥侍者,,令人眼睛一亮,這點也加分, 但是飲料只有啤酒, 可樂, 紅白酒, 沒有調酒,這點就小小的扣分, 整體是一家會讓人印象深刻的浪漫小店,超級適合約會的地方,價格偏高一些,也很適合幾個女生一起過來, 有機會我會再回來的

    Entre Nous delivered one of those nights you don't try to top you just let it happen…read more From the moment we sat down, Julian took care of us like we were regulars, striking that rare balance of attentive without hovering. The owners added to the warmth of the space genuinely welcoming, the kind of presence that makes a place feel personal rather than polished-for show. The sea bass was the standout: perfectly crisped skin, buttery and delicate underneath, resting over earthy lentils that soaked up every bit of flavor. Paired with a smooth Malbec, it all came together effortlessly. But honestly, the best part of the night wasn't just the food or the wine. it was the company. The soft candlelight, a shared table, and her next to me made everything taste better. A spot that feels intimate without trying too hard. Definitely coming back.

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    Entre Nous French Bistro - Halibut.  3.5 stars. Properly cooked. Great sauces but tad fishy

    Halibut. 3.5 stars. Properly cooked. Great sauces but tad fishy

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    Dominique's Kitchen - Tables for walk ins

    Dominique's Kitchen

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    15.0 mi
    $$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Established in 2012

    This is a cozy French restaurant with incredibly kind service and food that hugs you. It's very…read morewarm and inviting when you walk in, and the staff are very gracious and welcoming. We started with the most delicious escargot followed by incredible French onion soup. For the entrée we ordered beef bourguignon and grilled chicken, both of which were out of this world. I have never been served such a large portion of roast chicken. It was so delicious and flavorful, and I wound up taking 2/3 of it home because I couldn't finish it all. Excellent value, huge marks for service and attentiveness. And A+ on the food. Look forward to coming back again soon.

    I came here years ago when my family lived in the area, but haven't been back since last week!…read more Service is amazing, they are friendly, attentive, and accommodating since I had my baby with me. But the food is top tier! Flavors are fantastic and portions are unbelievable for a French restaurant. I hope they never change because that is extremely difficult to find these days. PAN SEARED SOLE FILLET: I got this exact dish over 6 years ago and it's might even be better than before. The sole is so flaky and cooked perfectly. The spinach and wild rice accompany the fish well and the lemony butter sauce is chefs kiss! No complaints 5/5 ESCARGOT: The bread chunks provided are nicely toasted so that you can dip it in the herby butter coating the escargot. Escargot is also well prepared and wasn't chewy at all. Highly suggest making reservations because they do fill up and also just a note that their private parking lot has less than 10 spaces.

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    Entrance towards host stand

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    The alcove area

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    BO-beau kitchen + roof tap

    BO-beau kitchen + roof tap

    4.3(3.4k reviews)
    14.3 mi
    $$$

    I joined this new company about a year and as you may be able to tell. I have been fed well. For…read moreJanuary quarterly meeting dinner, the company booked BO-beau. It is an outdoor rooftop style restaurant. It offers great laid-back atmosphere. perfect for catch up, date night dinner or company relaxing dinners. I ordered steak and a cheesecake. They were phenomenal. Service was good. Our waiters served our 10+ people table with ease.

    Why is always so hard trying to find someplace to eat when there's loads of restaurants literally…read morearound you. Same thing each time, never figuring out what to eat and where to go. Tell me to meet you somewhere and I'll be there. Simple as that and less stress for me. Anyways, that's how we ended up at this place. Trying to find happy hour with food in the area was somewhat a challenge. Either they were finishing up or it wasn't that interesting on the menu. Of course some places offered amazing drink deals but no food. We ended up here actually across the street still looking up for places but the rooftop patio was what caught our attention. The restaurant itself looked bare as there was no one inside. Still on the early side but noticing people going in and then heading up stairs. After a few debates on here and there, we gave up and found our way here. Checked in with the host, letting him know that we just wanted happy hour upstairs. It was about two flights of stairs which the place looked quite industrial with all the metal beams and stairs. Downstairs was beautiful but completely emptied. Everyone wanted to utilize the rooftop patio as it was beautiful out. We were greeted by someone which mentioned to us that any bar seating was available. There was a section towards the back that was pretty lively. I think it was booked for a group. Instead of the bar area, we asked to sit along the rooftop counter that looks out to the street and building across the street. Way better view and perfect way to spend the afternoon hours. Staff were all pretty sweet and very friendly. Whatever we needed they were they to help. Both the regular menu and happy hour menu were quite impressive. As we just wanted HH, it was given. They had drink special for 10.00 and small bites for 10.00 as well. Didn't hesitate and started off with some drinks. The red sangria with mixed fruits was a nice clean and refreshing treat. Tasteful without that aftertaste. And the Le Pistolet Fumant, a delectable tasty drink with mezcal with a hint of pineapple. And other well drink that was perfect for a nice afternoon. HH drink special was quite tasty to start off. Food wise, started off with an order of the Caesar salad, simple but delicious. Fresh crisp Romaine lettuce and slices of Parmesan and crouton bits. Nice crunch with each bite. The dressing, wow pretty tasty. And an order of the Mac and Cheese . Most places it's either a hit or a miss and let me say it was a HIT. Quite cheesy and full of flavors that a second order was had. A dish I do recommend for HH. We also had an order of the Brussels sprouts which was excellent. A nice glaze and crunchy with chunks of house cured pancetta. Nice big chunks I must say. Lastly the beef sliders with Wagyu beef patties. Honestly, this was the least favorite of the dishes we got. You would think it sounded great but it was quite tasteless and nothing major to report on. Served with brioche bun and shredded lettuce and tomatoes and a lemon aioli. I had high hope for it when I saw the group next to us order it but it was a little disappointing. Overall, the Mac and cheese, Caesar salad and Brussels sprouts were all hits. The sliders, disappointing. Other items on HH didn't look too ingesting for us but it was for other people. The rooftop lounge and bar area was the place to be when we were there. It picked up real fast after we got seated. Picnic style tables being occupied by large groups before HH ended. Just the rooftop alone was great and beautiful. It a place that's good for a drink and meal with friends. Downstairs was beautiful but seemed more of an intimate experience. Overall, it was a great choice for a meal during HH.

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    BO-beau kitchen + roof tap
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    Perle Restaurant - Seabass with ratatouille

    Perle Restaurant

    4.2(599 reviews)
    12.0 mi
    $$$$

    Ordered 2x DineLA courses - duck liver parfait (5/5): the…read morepaté wasn't organy at all and tasted very creamy with the bread. The fig jam added a sweet and tangy twist that cut through the creaminess. The duck prosciutto was good but sadly only one small slice was provided. - French Onion Soup (4/5): Very hearty and warm dish to start the course. My gf preferred a stronger onion flavor but I found it fine. - Branzino et Ratatouille (4.5/5): Perfectly cooked fish, with distinct aromas from the vegetables and spices. The skin was crispy, but it would have been nicer if it was evenly crispy. Overall very flavorful and a good lighter dish option than the steak frites - Steak Frites (5/5): Ordered this medium rare and was not disappointed. Perfectly cooked and super juicy. The outside of the steak was nicely seared giving it a nicely crisp texture with richer flavors too. Paired super well with the sauce which had a distinct mushroomy flavor to it in addition to the peppercorn. Fries were very generous and crispy. - Creme Brulee (4/5): The Creme Brulee was a bit more runny than we were used to but the flavor was perfect. Breaking through the caramelized sugar was super satisfying. - Cheese Board (3.5/5): Pretty simple cheese board with bread, a fig jam, some nuts, and 2 cheeses. I enjoyed the triple cream cheese a lot as it paired very well with the bread and jam. Overall (5/5): We booked a reservation here on a Friday evening for DineLA back in early Feb but didn't get to posting this till now. The restaurant was pretty vibey and perfect for a date night. We were seated in the corner by the entrance making it feel more private than the other seats in the room, which was nice. It wasn't too loud either. Service was friendly and prompt. The food was very well executed, although at this price range we'd hesitate to try the regular menu. Overall, a very solid experience I'm glad we had!

    Beautiful location , prime structure parking right in front . The restaurant itself if small ,…read morecozy and beautifully decorated. I instantly felt France ... when I walked in. The hostess was very kind and attentive. The waiters were amazing ! Our main waiter check in often! He gave us a lot of good suggestions but ultimately allowed us to make our own decision. The food was decadent and delicious. One of the best French onion soups I've ever had . Tasted strikingly like the one I had at La Chaise au Plafond in France. The crème brûlée was amazing , well prepared with just the right amount of sweetness.

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    Perle Restaurant - Inside

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    Apple Tarte Tatin

    Perle Restaurant - French Onion Soup - $19 Caramelized onions, beef broth, white wine, sourdough bread, Gruyère gratinée

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    French Onion Soup - $19 Caramelized onions, beef broth, white wine, sourdough bread, Gruyère gratinée

    Perch

    Perch

    4.1(11.3k reviews)
    6.3 miDowntown
    $$$
    Outdoor seating
    Private events

    Walking into a place like that, you already brace yourself for the damage. You know the food is…read moregoing to be overpriced. You prepare your wallet. You convince yourself it'll be worth it because the experience will match the price. And to be fair--the food was good. But the service? Absolutely unbelievable. A $116 service charge just to be practically invisible the entire night is insane. We weren't asking for royal treatment--just basic attention. Our waiter came to our table maybe three times, max. Three. Times. The rest of the evening we sat there like background decoration, watching everyone else get acknowledged while we waited... and waited.

    What a great experience They truly know how to make your birthday feel special…read more I came here to celebrate my birthday on a busy Saturday night, and from the moment we walked in, the ambiance was amazing and everyone was so pleasant. We had reservations for 7:30pm, arrived around 7:15, and were seated almost immediately. Our waiter was incredibly nice and accommodating, especially when it came to adding an extra person to our party. I know a lot of restaurants aren't always willing to do that, so it was very appreciated. We also mentioned it was my birthday, and they truly went above and beyond to make the night special. We started with an appetizer, but unfortunately I think it may have been forgotten because we never received it. I was honestly really excited to try it, but even with that small issue, I still wasn't disappointed with the service at all. For drinks, I ordered the spicy margarita and WOW--it did not disappoint It had the perfect amount of spice and somehow made the margarita even better. For my main dish, I ordered the ribeye with potatoes, and when I say it was amazing, I mean it. The steak was packed with flavor, cooked perfectly, juicy, and not dry at all. Easily a 10/10. I was so full I couldn't finish the last piece, but my brother-in-law happily took it because it was just that good At the end of the night, they brought out a glass for everyone to cheers to my birthday, along with a candle to celebrate me, which was such a sweet touch. Everything about the night felt special and memorable. I honestly wouldn't have wanted to celebrate any other way. I can't wait to come back for another spicy margarita and enjoy the atmosphere all over again

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    The Little Door - Fresh Cocktails

    The Little Door

    4.1(3k reviews)
    12.3 miBeverly Grove
    $$$$
    Curbside pickup during COVID-19
    Vegan friendly

    Came here for me and my husband's anniversary and enjoyed our time. Their drinks are delish, try…read morethe cucumber martini! French onion is def a try if you love soup and if you like seafood, get the mussels. Curry flavor is so good and such a good size, they actually do not skimp on the mussels so it's so worth. As for the entrees, my husband got the ribeye steak and it was tasty and cooked perfectly. The scalloped potatoes that it came with was cheesy and delish! I opted for the cod and it was good as well, I recommend this entree if you want a lighter one since you munched on the appetizers already hehe. Service was great as well, they're all really friendly and attentive. The place is so cute as well, make sure you try to sit outside, it is such a cute place and pretty romantic. Highly recommend for a date night!!

    Came here for my birthday and overall had a really good experience. The decor was beautiful and the…read moreambiance was great -- definitely a spot for date night or a special occasion. For appetizers, we ordered the octopus and escargot. The octopus was easily the highlight of the night. The flavor, sauce, and texture were all amazing, and the roasted herb potatoes paired perfectly with the salsa verde and chimichurri. I would highly recommend this dish. The escargot was also very flavorful, especially if you enjoy garlic. The bread it comes with is a great touch since you can dip it into the sauce or pour the garlic butter over it. For entrées, we ordered the Atlantic salmon and the rack of lamb. The salmon tasted very fresh, but unfortunately lacked flavor. The rack of lamb -- which is considered their signature dish -- was tender, juicy, and worth trying at least once, but honestly the appetizers stood out more than the entrées for me. We also got two cocktails: the Pomegranate Margarita and the Casanova. Both were good and definitely on the sweeter side, so I'd recommend them if you enjoy sweeter drinks. Overall, I would come back mainly for the appetizers and cocktails.

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    The Little Door - Winter Garden

    Winter Garden

    The Little Door - 14 oz. Prime Ribeye Steak

    14 oz. Prime Ribeye Steak

    The Little Door - DineLA nite 2013

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