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    Pasta Amore

    3.6 (210 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Gnocchi
    Mercy H.

    The BEST pasta place ever! I have not had any bad experiences here. I'm still truly grateful that the owner brought back the gnocchi for me! We always get the best service from Francisco. He is a hard worker and cares about the customers. Also, this is just a suggestion, but I think it would be really cool if there was a Photo Booth in here since they're really popular amongst young people. I really wish the best for this establishment and all the workers.

    Spicy vodka...penne? Ordered spicy vodka rigatoni
    Remy H.

    Discovers this spot since it was featured on the deals section of DoorDash. Great portion sizes for great prices! Spicy vodka rigatoni was prepared as spicy vodka penne for some reason

    Kathy M.

    TLDR: food was delicious, hefty, and came out slow. Customer service could be way better. Like other reviews, ambiance is slightly dim, but music level was just right to hear each other. Website or yelp page said free parking, but its $12 cash or $14 scan to pay. For AYCE, on a Saturday, you need more wait staff in the front of the house. They have a parking lot just behind their restaurant, but there wasnt anyone to attend the lot when we got in. I didnt realize the free parking until it was too late. Majority of the reviews on here is correct. I chose to order ice tea because it came with refills. Sodas were in cans and water came in bottles. The size of the AYCE plates began super hefty (can easily be eaten with 2 people), then the second and on plates were of smaller portion sizes. I didnt ask if we could get a smaller size like someone else suggested. The "server" was super rude. I asked for ice tea and then was about to give him my appetizer order and he rudely said "let's get the drinks first". He was using a hand held device to take our order. We placed our order slightly after 4pm. Pesto Tortellini (9/10), fried ravoli (9/10), chicken strips and fries (5/10), cheesy garlic toast (10/10), and regular garlic toast (10/10) to start off. My party was trickling in every 20 minutes or so. About 30 minutes in, I asked the server where some of the dishes are because it hasnt come out yet. I was rudely given "its coming" without checking what items we were missing. The next order was placed and we got that before we got the missing items. Ive tried flagging down the server, but he was busy with other tables. The AYCE part was a little tough. It takes a really long time for pastas to come out because it was made to order. My friend asked for the next plate knowing that in mind and another staff member said, let's wait til you finish the plate. I was in disbelief when that was said to him. About an hour has passed, I found someone else to check for the missing orders. The order never got put in! I had to flag so many people to get some refills for our table. They need to work on their customer service and check in. The restroom ran out of soap, so I found someone to replace it. Will I be back, probably not.

    Lemon Linguine
    Martin T.

    Solid pasta for $15. Solid options for AYCE. Don't go in expecting to be transported to Florence, but for what you're paying this place is great. Workers are super nice and fast with the service. Recommend: - fettuccine Alfredo with chicken - spicy vodka rigatoni - Lemon linguine - pink penne - fried ravioli I'd skip: - pesto spaghetti Haven't tried the rest.

    Spicy Vodka Rigatoni
    Deni B.

    Sometimes the price is too good to be true, and this case - it is. Pasta Amore gets people in the door with $13.99 unlimited pasta, clearly trying to capitalize on the virality of Olive Garden's never ending pasta. I figured I would rather support local by trying Pasta Amore, but maybe we should leave it to the pros at the Garden. When we entered the restaurant at 7:30 on a Thursday, we were only the second table seated. We placed our order, and after the garlic bread arrived, we asked for water. Our waiter informed us that their water filter was broken so they couldn't give us tap water. We opted for the First Street water bottles which they charged $1.50 for. But..... don't you need clean water to cook?! It was too late and we already ordered so we stuck it out. The pasta was not revolutionary, but we didn't expect exemplary food. We were there for the vibes and AYCE pasta! I started with the spicy vodka rigatoni which was an incredibly thick sauce and actually fairly spicy. Throughout the night, I tasted the pesto (flavorful and oily), the marinara (perhaps the winner, most classic taste without making me feel ill), the pomodoro (fresh!), arrabiata (probably in my top 2 or 3 sauces), the alfredo (just tasted like cream), and the lemon cream sauce (just tasted like the alfredo with a hefty portion of bottled lemon juice). Our waiter did not come back often, and our dinner lasted over 2 hours, for 3 rounds of pasta. The food came out very quickly after we ordered, but it took forever to get our waiter's attention. It wasn't until we left, feeling slightly queasy, that we noticed the "B" health rating in the window. Cool.

    Plate one of two.
    Steven M.

    My wife and I drove out to Fairfax to eat a specific restaurant, but when we saw "all you can eat pasta" on a sign in this places window, Pasta Amore was the new destination! We came here around 1PM on a Sunday and the place was completely empty. The staff up front checked us in, sat us down, and guided us through the menu so we knew what was going on. The menu here has some chicken wings, sides, and other random things, but the unlimited pasta for $13.99 is what we were interested in checking out. Basically, they have a list of different pastas to choose from and if you want things like chicken or meatballs added, it can be for some extra money. Now, I wasn't about to spoil the $13.99 deal so I figured I was about to crush five or six plates of pasta, but come to find out, I was lying. I started off with a plate of the RIgatoni & Marinara and plate came out on literal fire. The pasta was super fresh and actually tasted really, really, really good. After crushing the first place, my confidence was up so I figured I would give the Smokey Chipotle Penne and it was even better then the first dish. The sauce had a little bit of a kick to it, but the flavour was so good I almost ordered it again.....almost. Come to find out, two plates of pasta was the most I was able to finish and I tapped out. Overall, Pasta Amore was a super fun time and definitely a place I could see returning to in the future. The vibes here were solid, the staff was very friendly, and the pasta wasn't just all you can eat, it was actually pretty good.

    Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
    Serenity M.

    Pasta was delicious! My favorite was definitely the pesto with penne. The unlimited pasta deal was worth trying $14 plus some tax, but just keep in mind proteins cost extra. The ambiance was chill and not too packed there were only a few other couples there. Service was pretty slow though, and we eventually had to walk to the front ourselves to pay after waiting for a while.

    Ameer E.

    Honestly, after reading the reviews and hearing about the place on tiktok, I was skeptical of the restaurant's ambiance, food, and dining experience. I've seen some mixed reviews. Although, I am glad that I stuck with the gut feeling of me giving this place a chance. Not to mention the owner's replies particularly piqued my interest to try this place out for myself and give it an unbiased and honest review. Firstly there is parking behind the restaurant, probably close to 20 places. it is advertised on their website that parking is free for any paying customer of the restaurant, unfortunately there was no parking attendant present when we got there and when we asked about it in the restaurant they let us know that the parking fee was out of there hands and that we should just pay. We came on a Tuesday evening (2/3/26 at 5:15) and the restaurant had some people in it but you can tell it was a slow dinner night. When waiting to be seated, you get a view into the open kitchen space which lets you see the pasta dishes being made. Cleanliness was not an issue for me because I saw that the kitchen was spotless despite the cook being hard at work. My girlfriend and I were seated quickly and the waiter gave us time to look at the menu. We came in knowing we wanted to do the ayce pasta and exactly what dishes we wanted. Our server was extremely hospitable, genuine, and gave us lots of time to think. He came and took our order quickly and was helpful overall. One thing I will say is that the restaurant does NOT offer free water. They only have bottled or sparkling water. Not a dealbreaker, but just something to note. We put in our order for the mushroom alfredo as well as the penne with pink sauce. Both dishes came out fairly quickly and we were ready to dive in. Visually both plates look well made. The food is good for what you are paying. Sauces were legit and well made, not too watery, salty, or lacking flavor. They definitely don't skimp out on the fats either, the butter or cream they use for the alfredo is of high quality. The pasta was a bit over al dente but still very enjoyable, not mushy at all. It's also interesting to see that the detail of parsley was not skipped even though this place is an ayce unlimited pasta. When the pasta came the server also offered us more cheese which was very nice and welcoming. As others have mentioned, portions are rather large and the $5 leftover fee is again, something to note- so getting through more than two plates might be rough for some people. The person who sat us down was also our server and seemed to be helping in the kitchen in the back as well. He was super attentive with all the patrons in the restaurant and made sure that we were satisfied and that all was well. The two of us barely finished our plates and we were stuffed. We expected to maybe try one more plate but we were full. Our server came over and asked if we were going to order more but we let him know that we were full. He was so accommodating and offered to do a half portion of a pasta for us to taste more of the menu. This was such a generous gesture and the service overall was amazing. One last thing to touch will be the ambiance. The restaurant itself isn't hard to miss although it is in an odd location. A little hole in the wall is placed in between another restaurant. Parking isn't bad (although you do have to pay $12 for the nearest lot). The ambiance was a little odd. The decor was not what I would expect from an Italian restaurant, but it didn't take away much from the experience. The lighting was a tad dark with flashing led lights. The real annoying thing was the pop edm music, it was loud and did not positively affect our night. With that said the food was tasty all things considered, and the place is clean with an extremely caring staff. *Please note the review was inflated due to the personable and hospitable service we received as well as acknowledging the price and value considering the area

    Gnochi alla Marinara
    Lyndsay J.

    I rarely write lower rated reviews, but I want to be honest, this place is overhyped. The price is really good for food on the Melrose Strip, but that's just about where it ends. Food was about average, and for a place that advertises themselves as "All-You-Can-Eat", they overportion their plates to the point where you almost couldn't even finish your first round. They also mischarged my boyfriend at the end of our meal for a normal priced entree instead of the advertised buffet price. The amount of food they serve is double to triple that of a standard serving size of a box of pasta. Pasta is a heavy, filling, and cheap carbohydrate. If I were paying a-la-carte, this is something I wouldn't be commenting on, because who doesn't love big portions? But as others have said, the point of AYCE is to experience variety, which just isn't possible here in my experience. Taste wise, it wasn't bad, I'd say mid tier. I believe they make their sauces from scratch. I got the gnocchi, which was okay, the pasta itself was kind of bland and didn't hold the sauce very well but had decent flavor. My boyfriend's chicken parm was slightly overcooked but he seemed to enjoy it. He also ended up getting spaghetti & meatballs, which you could tell were frozen and not the best quality. Their alfredo cream sauce was also pretty good so I'll give it that. We didn't have much to say about the food during/after our meal because it was just okay. After reading the reviews on here and Google, I was worried about getting charged an additional $5 for not finishing our plates. We were all force feeding ourselves and stuffing our faces because of the warnings from others online. This is also where we discovered this place is apparently TikTok famous-- though we found Pasta Amore simply by walking by their sign advertising $14 AYCE pasta. Atmosphere was almost club/lounge-like, which I wouldn't usually expect for a place that serves Italian-adjacent food but we didn't hate it. Lots of colorful flashing lights and edm for their music of choice. Definitely an atmosphere curated for social media promotion, hence the apparent TikTok virality. Overall, would any of us eat here again? Honestly no. This is one of those places where I'd really take the lower reviews (hopefully including mine) into consideration. Service was lovely but nothing about our experience was particularly memorable. The place has a lot of potential, as AYCE pasta is kind of uncommon in LA (other than Olive Garden, which is way better) and they're relatively new. Hopefully the owner reconsiders their approach to portioning and listens to constructive criticism.

    Spicy Vodka Rigatoni and Chicken Parmigiana

    The spicy vodka pasta isn't flavorful, just spicy. Tastes watered down like they thinned the sauce too much so it's not creamy, and the meatballs are definitely cheap frozen ones. The chicken parmigiana has a great chicken cutlet but again the spaghetti is really lacking flavor. It also tastes watered down and you can't taste anything in the sauce. Ordered on Uber Eats, so I did not go into the store to comment on the service or location.

    Lemon chicken linguine
    Luis H.

    Very disappointing I am a long time customer. I have ordered multiple times online and this order sorry to say was just atrocious. The containers have changed now it's cardboard and the portions seem smaller. I ordered the lemon linguine with chicken which is normally my favorite. The pasta was overcooked. It was pretty dry and it came cold. Normally it comes HOT with the other plastic containers fyi. The chicken was not juicy as always not sure what happened if it's a one off, but maybe it's time to stop ordering from this place? If it wasn't for me being hungry I probably would've not ate it but I hope things change in the near future!

    Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo with added Grilled Chicken. The sauce was creamy as it should be!.
    Claudia M.

    Let's start with our service, Francisco was very helpful at explaining how everything works as this was our first time here. He was very friendly, kind and kept on checking on our table frequently as well as the others. He took the time to explain all the questions we had about the dishes and he made the experience amazing overall. This establishment should be very happy to have him as an employee that goes above and beyond for their costumers. If you want to experience his service he is here everyday but Mondays. As for the ambience, the place was clean, they had twinkling lights, and nice music. It was easy to maintain a conversation and not had to scream over each other. The food was great! Tasty, you can tell it was made to order due to the freshness. I came with my 2 kids, sister and mom. The food was delicious, not picture was my kiddos Fettuccine Alfredo, they were too hungry that I had not a chance to take a picture. They were so satisfied and left their plates clean as we did. I totally recommend this place, my kiddos are very picky eaters when it comes to pasta and this restaurant passed their test! Definitely will be returning!

    Food delicious, I ordered the smokey chipotle penne pasta with added grilled shrimp. It had a nice kick, not too spicy, just perfect. My niece ordered the fettuccine chicken Alfredo and said was the best she's ever had. Francisco, our waiter, very attentive. My only complaint would be, they had no plain water, but the lemonade I got made up for it. Definitely will be back.

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    Al Dente - MACCHERONCINI

    Al Dente

    4.6(166 reviews)
    5.0 mi•West Los Angeles
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    Al Dente is one of those small neighborhood spots where the food feels much more ambitious than the…read morespace. The pasta is all handmade, and you can genuinely taste the difference in both quality and flavor. The noodles have that fresh, slightly chewy texture that packaged pasta just does not have, and everything tastes carefully made rather than mass produced. The bolognese is spectacular: deep, rich, meaty, and comforting without feeling overwhelmingly heavy. It is the kind of dish that makes you slow down because every bite is worth paying attention to. The salads are also surprisingly substantial. The chopped salad, in particular, is a generous portion and packed with flavor, so it feels like a real part of the meal instead of an afterthought. Save room for the tiramisu, which is very good: creamy, balanced, and a great finish after the richer pasta. The only downside is the ambiance. The interior is tiny, so when it gets busy it can feel hectic and cramped. Still, the service is amazing, friendly, attentive, and impressively efficient despite the limited space inside.

    We ordered the Bucatini Carbonara, and my boyfriend ordered the eggplant pasta dish. The pasta…read moretexture was very good, and we absolutely loved the eggplant dish! The only thing I didn't understand was the Carbonara. It tasted very different from other carbonaras we've tried, it was greasy oily and bitter! . I noticed other people who ordered it before and after us seemed to enjoy theirs, but I couldn't even finish mine. I'm not sure if there was something off only with my dish or if the flavor just wasn't for us. Other than that, it's a very nice restaurant with excellent service.

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    Pasta Corner - Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe

    Pasta Corner

    3.9(259 reviews)
    1.0 mi•Fairfax
    •$$

    This spot is tucked away in the back of the farmers market, and if I'm craving Italian, this has…read morebecome my go-to. The noodles were cooked perfectly--great texture and bite--and the carbonara-style dish was really well balanced. The bacon adds just the right amount of saltiness without overpowering the dish, and the flavors come together really well. I've also tried their shrimp scampi, and it had some really bold, flavorful notes. And I almost forgot about the meatballs! The meatball pasta was another standout--the meatball was incredibly soft, tender, and packed with flavor. There's something about finding a great little spot inside a farmers market that makes it even better. If you're walking through and looking for Italian, definitely give this place a try.

    I've been here a few times now, and unfortunately, I've noticed that the food quality and customer…read moreservice aren't quite the same as they were when I first started coming here. I've always enjoyed my visits before. ::Food:: I was hoping to order the pasta with clams, but unfortunately, they didn't have it available. There also weren't many pasta options available that day, so the selection felt a little limited. I also noticed a piece of bread sitting out with a fly repeatedly landing on it. I know things can happen, but seeing that did make me a little uncomfortable, especially with food being left out. ::Customer Service:: The customer service felt different compared to my other visits. It didn't feel quite as attentive, welcoming, or friendly as it had been before. I've had much better experiences here in the past. ::M's Notes:: - Parking lot - Outdoor seating

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    Jon & Vinny's Fairfax

    Jon & Vinny's Fairfax

    3.7(2.8k reviews)
    0.8 mi•Fairfax
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    Came here for dinner on a weekday and was able to secure a metered parking spot outside the…read morerestaurant. The residential spots were all filled up. Jon & Vinny's is such a cute spot! Absolutely adore the paper place mats where you can color and everyone gets a different image. Service was good, staff gave us enough time to decide what to order. Looking forward to try their pizzas next time. We all ordered pasta and all were great! We had the spicy fusilli, spaghetti limone, and rigatoni carbonara. I do have to say that the standout is their chicken Parmesan. The chicken was crisp, and the tomato sauce and mozzarella complimented it well. Drinks were great as well. We had the matcha latte with vanilla simple syrup, house made strawberry lemonade and gavoty rose. They use rocky's matcha!

    Popped into Jon & Vinny's for a late dinner and the place was still bustling at 9pm on a Tuesday…read morenight. Every seat was taken, there was a waitlist, and the staff in the open kitchen was cranking. I'm not complaining -- it's just so rare to find a restaurant in LA with this kind of energy after a certain hour on a weeknight that I was taken aback. After a short wait we were seated at a 2-top and quickly placed our orders. Fried Zucchini had been 86'd, so we instead ordered the Cornmeal Crusted Spring Onions, a very generous serving that arrived hot and crispy, with a side of spicy Robatta Sauce (the normal accompaniment, Chili Aioli, had also been 86'd). I loved the crispy onions, which retain their onion flavor but lose the harshest of their bite during cooking. These were like new age onion "rings," and a pretty darned near perfect starter. As to our mains: my wife indulged in Bucatini dressed with olive oil and garlic. It was a simply made and plated pasta dish, but everything about it worked. I ordered the Eggplant Parm, which was nicely covered in a very tasty, fresh tomato sauce and melted Mozzarella. The flavor was spot on, but I do have one complaint: instead of layering thin slices of Eggplant, J&V's preps 2 thick eggplant "steaks" and serves them parmigiana style. Flavor was spot on, and the texture worked well, but I would still prefer thinly sliced eggplant to the thicker cut. Service was a bit off, as I think everyone was tired and wishing they were already home. But we got what we needed, and the food hit the spot at the ungodly time of 9:15pm. Next time, I need to return to the pizza menu, to remind myself why they've quickly become one of the best places I know to get a good pie and a cold beer. Definitely worth the trip

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    Met Him At A Bar - RIGATONI VODKA. Delicious!

    Met Him At A Bar

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    1.6 mi•Mid-Wilshire
    •$$

    Me and my boyfriend's FAVORITE weekend brunch spot. I love getting the wake up happy or the all…read moreAmerican breakfast. Maple sausage is soooo good. I don't get chives on the eggs because I don't like them! But these are my favorite breakfast choices. My boyfriend always gets the burrito and potatoes and loves it. Service is always always friendly and fast. Especially the people bringing water and other stuff. Inside is always bustling and warm! Clean too.

    We came in to celebrate a few birthdays and had been craving pasta and pizza, so this place…read moredefinitely hit the spot! Parking: We opted for valet, but if you prefer to find your own parking, there's street parking as well as a nearby parking garage. I believe the garage is around $23 for the full day, unless you're able to get your parking validated. Food: Everything came out pretty quickly, so we didn't have to wait long at all! For starters, we shared the Bruschetta with Burrata, which was enough for all four of us to enjoy. The baguette was perfectly toasted, and the burrata was so creamy. It was a great way to start the meal. Once we finished our starter, our main courses came out. We ordered the Funghi Pizza, Rigatoni Vodka, Six Cheese Tortelloni, and Spaghetti Carbonara. The pastas were creamy and flavorful, although they did feel a bit heavy. Of the four dishes, the table favorite was definitely the Funghi Pizza. It was very cheesy, and the combination of the mushrooms and cheese made it a standout for us. We ended our night with the Panna Cotta, which wasn't too sweet, but overall felt a little underwhelming compared to the rest of the meal. Service/Ambiance: The service was great! When we first walked in, it wasn't too busy, but the restaurant did start to fill up later into our meal. Even with it getting busier, our waiter continued to check in on us and made sure we were taken care of. Overall: We had a great experience celebrating our birthdays here! The food came out quickly, the service was attentive, and everything we tried was enjoyable. I can't wait to come back and try some of the other dishes!

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    Met Him At A Bar - Bright and airy. Perfect for brunch.

    Bright and airy. Perfect for brunch.

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    Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory

    Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory

    4.1(148 reviews)
    6.2 mi•Sawtelle
    •$$

    This place is a great spot for Japanese Italian food. I got the uni & scallop pasta which was full…read moreof garlic and the pasta was al dente. It was very delicious and flavorful. The staff was very nice and attentive. The decor was dark and a nice touch to the atmosphere of the Japanese restaurant.

    We are a simple group, we see Japanese and Italian fusion pasta and we go. The parking was a bit of…read morea nightmare, so if you manage to find it, this place is a must-try so you don't the opportunity. Luckily our group had about 6-8 people so we were able to try quite a bit of the food. Glapponese - Ground pork, garlic, bacon, soy sauce for pasta. Very strong umami in this. It's for when you'd like a simple pasta with meat and nothing too overpowering. Tarako - Cod roe and nori. This is another simple pasta when you'd like something with a strong salty flavor but want to mostly enjoy the texture of the pasta, which was soft and chewy btw. If you want a familiar Japanese flavor, this is the one to order Carbonara - A very familiar pasta in case you want to stay on the safe side. They still make it very delicious and creamy if you're in a simple mood for an Italian style pasta Keema Curry - This is where you start going for a more complex taste for your pasta. If you can't decide if you want an Italian or Japanese pasta, combine the tastes with pasta in curry Service I feel can be a bit more attentive. When they sat 6 of us down first, there were only 5 settings, so it seemed pretty natural to bring us a sixth set of utensils. But when we realized they missed it, we ended asked them. Not a big deal. But when our remaining two friends came, they sat them with us and brought out only 1 set of utensils, so we had to ask for it again. Just a small detail that had me a bit confused during the experience, but the food itself was great and we'd love to come back when they reopen

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    Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory
    Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory
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    Hot Wings Cafe

    Hot Wings Cafe

    3.8(1.2k reviews)
    0.3 mi•Hollywood
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    I stopped by Hot Wings Café on Melrose while I was in the area, and I'm so glad I did. From the…read moremoment I walked in, the service was absolutely impeccable. I arrived about 30 minutes after they opened, and my food was hot, fresh, and ready in about 7-10 minutes. While I was eating and watching the World Cup matches, Marion, one of the owners, came over and struck up a conversation. We talked about the different Hot Wings Café locations, and since I live closer to the Sherman Oaks location, he let me know that another family member runs that restaurant. I love supporting true family-owned businesses, and you can genuinely feel that family atmosphere here. Even during the lunchtime rush, there was a steady stream of customers coming in and orders going out, but the staff never seemed overwhelmed. It was easy to tell they have a loyal group of regulars. The young woman working alongside Marion was just as friendly, cheerful, and gracious, whether she was helping customers at the counter or taking phone orders. It's becoming harder and harder to find this level of genuine hospitality, especially at family-owned restaurants. They made everyone who walked through the door feel welcome, and that kind of customer service is something I truly appreciate. I'll definitely be visiting the Sherman Oaks location closer to home, but this Melrose location made a fantastic first impression. Great food, outstanding service, and genuinely kind people. I'll absolutely be back.

    I'm really disappointed because my experience here a couple months ago was good. We dined in and…read morethe wings were fresh, flavorful, and it made me want to go back. Yesterday I was nearby so I decided to treat myself. I ordered an 8-piece combo with 4 Mango Habanero wings, 4 plain wings and fries. I paid extra for vegetables and ordered a fountain drink. Unfortunately, this visit was completely different. The food came out lukewarm, almost cold. The fries were soggy, the wings were very small, dry, and overcooked the little amount of meat next to the bone was black. The Mango Habanero barely had enough sauce to even notice the flavor. What made it more disappointing was the price. I paid almost $27 for food that tasted like it had been sitting out and reheated instead of being cooked fresh to order. Meanwhile, I'd highly recommend New York Chopped Cheese & Lets Wing It in Mid City on Venice and Redondo instead. Their wings are bigger, more flavorful and the fries are actually seasoned. During lunch hours you can get wings, fries, vegetables, and a drink for $13 including tax. I really wanted Hot Wings Cafe to be consistent maybe I needed to dine in cause they have to be on their toes when you are in their face. The waitress we had went dining in was outstanding and the food was actually good then but after this experience, I will never order to go.

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    Hot Wings Cafe - Clean and empty dining room.

    Clean and empty dining room.

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