been here soooooo many times. love the food, love the vibe. would definitley recommendread more

it was a good experience. there were 5 of us and we ordered the…read morefried green tomatoes, the fried deviled eggs, oxtails, smothered pork chops, and shrimp and grits. It was all good and plenty for the 5 of us. really colorful inside too. The adult Kool-aid Drink was really sweet so beware!

Was finally able to try Somari after hearing about it so much. Was able to grab a reservation-…read morehighly recommend because sometimes the wait can be long. The menu is super simple, you have your sashimi, small plates, and your hand-rolls. The quality of the fish was outstanding, and you could really taste how fresh everything was. The Hikari Don was easily the star of the meal. Every bite was packed with fresh, high-quality seafood, and the balance of flavors was spot on. It was one of those dishes that leaves you wanting to come back just to order it again. We also tried several hand rolls, and they were equally impressive. Although the hand roll I was looking forward to the most didn't live up quite to expectations- the eel. I'd skip this one. I felt the gochujang just overpowered the flavor. But that's just me. What really stood out was the value. Considering the freshness and quality of the food, the prices were more than reasonable. If you're looking for excellent sushi without paying an outrageous premium, Somari is definitely worth a visit.

My girlfriend and I came in Saturday night. Very disappointing experience. I called ahead to make a…read morereservation and no one ever answered the phone, so I decided to walk in instead. When I arrived, I was told there would be a 2-hour wait for a party of 2, despite seeing several empty tables in the restaurant(both 4 seaters/2 seaters). The explanation didn't make sense, and the overall interaction left me feeling unwelcome. I can't say for certain what the reason was, but the experience was frustrating enough that it made me wonder whether I was being treated differently because of my race. Whether that was the case or not, it certainly felt that way in the moment.

Finally made it to this HOT (both in popularity and live-fire cooking) spot in Glassell Park just…read moreoff the 2 freeway. Apparently they've been open about 3 years, but all the buzz, accolades and crowds seem more recent than that. Reservations can be tough to secure, but recommended. We had a 5:30 opening time res, and I was quite surprised by the length of the separate line for walk-ins. But it appears they all made it in. Their next-door bar only seats walk-ins. Restaurant guests can wait here, but they also have a limited menu that includes several of the popular dishes (like the cornbread) and also a bar-only hangar steak, which replaced the highly lauded bar-only burger. Eagle Rock Blvd is a wide multi-lane street with a center median/parkway. The restaurant has a valet; street parking can be difficult as there are homes and apartments on the side streets. Eagle Rock Blvd has some parking, but across the blvd is FAR and hazardous to cross. A better bet is Bushwick St. behind the restaurant. There aren't a whole lot of businesses nearby, but on Dunsmoor's block there's a bar (The Grant) and a breakfast/lunch/bakery spot (Bub & Grandma's) where Dunsmoor gets their bread. Dunsmoor's Spanish Revival corner space is impressive and lovely. Chef-owner Brian Dunsmoor grew up in Georgia, but the cuisine here is "American Heritage" with definite Southern touches and of course California's abundant purveyors/farms. The menu seems highly seasonal and earthy; I doubt they use tweezers to plate the food here! The space has individual 2-top tables along 2 sides, the middle of the space has 3 long communal tables. There's counter seating right in front of the open fire (great view but hot) and a few more to the right. The fire is a further distance away from counter guests here vs. the spacing at Betsy in Altadena, another live-fire spot. Dunsmoor also has a back kitchen where non-fire dishes are done. We ordered a lot: 1) House Meyer lemonade. Dunsmoor's spirit-free beverage selection is limited. but the lemonade was great, sparkly. Their wine list is pretty large. 2) Chopped chicken liver with bacon, rosemary, onion preserves. Served with bread from Bub & Grandma's. Delish. The thought the rosemary would be overpowering but it wasn't. 3) Edna's sour milk cornbread. Pretty much seen on every table. Cheddar and Hatch chiles flecked through the bread, topped with a mound of melting cultured butter and honey cascading like waterfalls over the sides. A must order. Not spicy at all, thankfully. 4) Regier Farms yellow peaches with farmers cheese, different basils and olive oil. Summer on a plate! The peaches were exquisite. Clearly a seasonal dish. 5) Carolina Gold rice with shrimp and corn. A delish cross between risotto and grits. There was lots of cheese too. An ode to the South. 6) Aunt Emmy's pork and green chili stew. Another top-seller. Homey and substantial, with a slight kick and fabulous house-made tortillas. 7) Beef ribeye with smoked bone marrow and sea salt. Definitely shareable, it's prepared medium rare unless otherwise told. Our slice had a bit of gristle, but it was well prepared. We placed the smoky-rich marrow on top of the steak as recommended. The sea salt was not needed. Would love to try the pork chop and duck someday. 8) Sliced Cherokee tomatoes, simply dressed with apple vinegar, olive oil and sea salt. Another winning seasonal dish. The also have a tomato Caesar dish with more ingredients. 9) Sticky date pudding. Well done moist version of a classic, served in a cast iron dish with butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream. Would have loved to try the seasonal stone fruit and blackberry cobbler and the hand-churned ice cream, which on this night was cantaloupe! Overall an excellent and substantial meal. Unlike some past reviews, the service was fine and very friendly. I enjoy a Michelin-starred fancy tasting menu (where they use tweezers to plate) every so often, but a hearty, rib-sticking but upscale meal like this is also great.

The food is delicious. The service, other than the host was top notch…read more I found the front desk host, or maitre'd dismissive and rude. Not entirely in favor of another very high end and unaffordable restaurant in my neighborhood either. Especially if they are going to be outwardly hostile to me upon entering.

Went for brunch........ Great atmosphere, food and service!…read moreTry the lemon ricotta pancakes, crispy polenta and hash browns with poached eggs. Yum!

I absolutely love this place!! Every time, I have had the most excellent service. The outside…read moreseating is so gorgeous, I recommend making a reservation to make sure you can sit outside! The focaccia with whipped ricotta is a must order. Even if you don't like ricotta, you will absolutely love this. The honey has such a rich and complex flavor, it is simply magnificent. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the Agnolotti del Plin. It was sweet and light. I personally would recommend that you share this dish, because the flavor is so unique that I didn't need a lot of bites to feel satisfied. The highlight of the Sausage & Peppers pizza is the crust. It was airy and crunchy and so satisfying. (Next time, I'd order a pizza and keep the extra honey from the focaccia to drizzle on top!!) The hangar steak was a bit of a let down. It tasted a bit "game-y", which was very shocking. I will pass next time. The broccolini was good, but nothing worth raving about. If it were me, id stick with the appetizers, pasta, and pizza!!