So so good! I literally do not understand how this brand is…read morenow available at Erewhon yet. The packaging is so beautiful. All instructions all clear and concise. But...most importantly, the food is so good. I tried one of every flavor available and found that the sauces perfectly complimented each flavor profile. I got contactless delivery and felt very safe in times of COVID. I've been trying to eat cleaner and better lately. You definitely feel better when you eat better ingredients. I highly recommend. Would get again. Can order via the website or on grubhub.

Korean Kimbap Rolls but make it with quinoa!…read more First time trying this creation and the no rice concept and honestly did not miss the rice. The flavors combinations are all done so well and fresh! The accompanying sauces deliver quite a potent and spicy punch so you will not need that much in each dipping. Of the three flavors of Sweet Pork, Spicy Anchovy, and Kimchi Quinoa. I liked the Spicy Anchovy the best as it provided a strong crunch with the fish and had a spicy component as a standalone roll. Their packaging and bags all come with handwritten names and through the COVID-19 crisis, they offer contactless delivery drop off options. Also for April 2020, all profits from Ganchi are donated to the LA Food Bank mission :)

We have a long history with this restaurant, having been blown away by Stephanie Izard's flagship…read moreChicago location back in 2011. Naturally, we were thrilled when the Los Angeles location opened a few years back in the Arts District, but our first few visits left us disappointed. While the food was always good, the service felt kind of arrogant and snooty. GATG subsequently fell off our dining radar. However, a recent invitation to a private group event completely turned things around. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was flawless--starting with a warm welcome at the hostess stand and continuing with the incredibly attentive, friendly servers assigned to our room. Because it was a set menu for our party of 12, we ended up trying several dishes we wouldn't normally order on our own, and every single one was spectacular. The creative cocktails were equally impressive. While the location is, for us anyway, still a bit off the beaten path, the space itself is beautiful, featuring a gorgeous blend of indoor and outdoor seating. Our private dining room was lovely and comfortably hosted our group, though it could probably fit a few more. If you are looking to host a small group event with great vibes, stellar food, and top-tier service, I highly recommend giving them a look.

I've been to the Girl & the Goat multiple times for dinner. Unfortunately, I did not have a great…read moreexperience last night. The food lagged and the dishes were not as delicious as they used to be. Green beans: this dish used to be my favorite dish and I always order for the table. Unfortunately, the dish was super salty and did not taste like is has previously. I let the waiter and waitress know but they didn't offer anything besides an apology Grilled Dorade and Naan with dip: these were the highlights of the show and items I also always order for the table. S'mores dessert: we ordered a s'mores dessert and it was a super small deconstructed s'more with one marshmallow. The graham cracker was almost a thin pretzel and had overwhelming cinnamon flavor. This dish was disappointing and the size for a child. The restaurant is beautiful, but the food and service were not up to the same caliber as usual during yesterday's dinner.

The Bottom Line 3.5 stars: Good option when in the area, with some concerns as noted below…read more Location 3 stars: Downtown Los Angeles Arts District, northeast corner of Matteo Street and Whittier Blvd, across the Matteo complex. Coming from the San Fernando Valley, nearest Freeways are the 101 (Exit 2A - Alameda Street/Union Station) and the 5 (Exit 135A - 4th Street). There is limited street parking. We self-parked in a paid ($10 after 6 PM) structure attached to the complex. Venue 4 stars: Huge venue with indoor seating, a large bar area, and a nice rustic and relaxing patio area. Service 3.5 stars: Friendly and helpful but not very attentive. Food 3 stars: We stopped by for lunch on a weekday. They were serving their Brunch menu at that time. It featured a large assortment of offerings including soups, salads, specialty items such as Avocvado Toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, burgers, sandwiches and egg dishes such as Eggs Benedict, omelets, wraps and sandwiches and chillaquiles. We had the Zinc Benedict (Salmon), the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and the Avocado Toast. All were just OK but unfortunately lacked in plating/presentation and taste and were rather small for the price. Also their "poached" eggs are not really poached... they were steamed in molds, giving them more of a rubbery texture compared to a true poached egg. Drinks 3.5 stars: Full bar, specialty cocktails and mocktails, specialty coffee/tea/matcha and juices. I had the Iced White Mocha, which was ok.

TLDR: VERY SLOW dining experience. I recommend a visit only if you have TWO hours to sit down. The…read morefood is also fairly salty. At this price point, there are better restaurants with faster service to visit nearby. - - - - - - Zinc, what an element - pun intended. I've been wanting to visit for a while, not knowing what the interior or exterior looked like, with knowledge only that it was a popular spot. The entrance was difficult to find and may be heavy with that metal gate. I tried relentlessly to find a hostess this Friday night with success finally after five minutes. I ended up sitting outdoors by the calm, rectangular fountain. After about 10 minutes, a server checked in with me for ordering, but they never handed me a menu - awkward! Menu in hand, I ended up ordering their Truffle Fries and their Chicken Pesto Orecchiette. My server ended up bringing out water and generously a cup of ice (it was triple digit heat on this day). Finally after about 30 minutes, I had my Truffle Fries appetizer, and it was good with their dips. They were thin and crisp, though very heavily salted. Around quite literally 30 minutes later, the Chicken Pesto Orecchiette was ready and served. By this time, I was not so hungry anymore, but I still took a few bites. The chicken had potential, but it was super dry, perhaps overcooked. Though I enjoy a chewy pasta, the Orecchiette was pretty hard and not too al dente. My favorite part of this dish was probably the pesto and pine nuts. The sundried tomatoes were nice, though maybe a bit too sweet for this dish. Paying took about 15 minutes to flag down my server, and around another 15 minutes to get a takeout box. I'm not sure what it was that evening, but it was very slow. During my visit, I even saw a table get up and leave because of slow service - sad! I feel this is no fault of the server but rather the lack of staffing OR the large space. Perhaps having a smaller dining area for slower times may improve the dining experience.

This is our spot…read more Yuzu Tsuyu Tsukemen is for true ramen lovers. Their warm noodle soups are also cozy and tasty. Don't sleep on the apps, they keep it pretty fresh and new so get the good ones while they're there! Afuri roll, gyoza, any carpaccio or sashimi, tofu, it's all amazing!

We had a mixed experience during our visit. Although the restaurant offers easy, free parking and…read moreplenty of seating, the service fell short of expectations. We initially provided our order to an Asian server, but were later assisted by a different Hispanic/Latina waitress. A male staff member also checked in with a thumbs‑up/thumbs‑down gesture, which felt unclear and added to the overall inconsistency. I generally prefer when servers take orders with a notepad. While many can remember everything perfectly without one, in this case it would have helped -- we never received our water, and the waitress had to reconfirm our meat selection. Small details like that affected the flow of the meal. The food was decent. I would reorder the Yuzu Ratan ($19) and the Basque Cheesecake ($11), as those were the highlights. However, the Mango Margarita ($15) didn't taste like mango at all, and my boyfriend chose not to correct it. Overall, the dishes and drinks were just average. We've been trying to explore neighborhoods outside of our usual Koreatown and Silver Lake spots, so it was disappointing that this experience didn't stand out more. The restaurant does offer reservations, which is convenient, but the service and attention to detail could use improvement.

Food and ambiance are great. Love chef Ito so much. Service is usually pretty good, especially when…read moreChef Ito is in.

Been coming to this restaurant for 10+ years. One of the top 3 vegan restaurants in LA and in the…read moreworld in my opinion. As a vegan for 22 years, I've been to some of the best vegan restaurants in the world including most of the Michelin star ones. Au Lac is always fresh, real, absolutely delicious and you can just tell the food is made with love. Chef Ito is the best. I've never once been here without ordering the Octopus - even back when it was in the secret menu. I've brought many meat eaters here who absolutely loved it as well. Come here and come here often! I recommend the octopus, the curry rice, the sushi roll and the ravioli. Also the juices are so good!

Un Solo Sol is an absolute gem. Every dish I've tried has been way more delicious than I could have…read moreexpected, everything is super fresh, and the portions are generous. It's super affordable, too - more than it should be, for the quantity and quality - so I always leave feeling stuffed but in a healthy way, not heavy. My favorite dishes (so far): Guacamole Green pozole with tofu - the tofu mimics cheese in an uncannily realistic way Pupusas, especially the bean and spinach Anything with nopales, but especially the nopales platter That said...you can't go wrong here!

I am not a vegan, but really liked the food, flavors, and friendly service offered here!…read more It's so rare to find a truly vegan papusa, and this place has it! I tried the papusa and the rainbow taco platter. Each of the tacos was absolutely wonderful and paired well with the salsa. I loved how fresh the ginger tasted in the B & H smoothie. We enjoyed sitting on their outside tables with a great view of Downtown Los Angeles and Mariachi Plaza. The owner was extremely friendly and I look forward to dining here with more of my vegetarian and vegan friends.

I stopped by and got the chicken burger with a Thai tea. Everything came out really fast and the…read morefood was great. The burger was super flavorful and hit the spot. The best part was the people. The staff and the owner all came by to talk and were really kind and welcoming, which made it feel more personal. There's street parking available too, so it was easy to stop in. I'd definitely come back.

This is one of my favorite vegan spots in DTLA. The Kra Pao is so good -- perfectly seasoned, just…read morethe right amount of spice, and always hits when I need something flavorful and filling. I brought a gluten-free friend here once who had never been, and now she's a regular. That's the kind of impact this place has. The space is chill and cozy, great for solo meals or getting some work done. The energy here always feels warm and welcoming. Go-To: Kra Pao Fully vegan Work-friendly vibe Gluten-free friendly options available

Service was fantastic - thank you Plernpit for taking such great care of us…read more The restaurant is very clean and beautifully decorated. Steak Pad See Ew Level 3 Spice, spice level was accurate. Broccoli was fantastic, soft exterior but super crunchy Noodles were very flavorful, but broke apart fairly easily. Not a problem if you dont mind spooning up the bits like me. Shrimp Wonton off Happy Hour Menu Super crunchy, the sweet and spicy sauce was delicious

Wow! I was impressed with this restaurant. After a visit to chinatown, my family and I were all…read morecraving some Thai food. White elephant was over at downtown, pretty close to where we were so we chose this place since the reviews are pretty good. Prices are also fair. $24 for the classic plates. We order the basil thai wings for the appetizer, pad Thai, pad see ew, drunken noodles, and yellow curry, all with chicken. Our favorite was the pad see ew. We liked the grilled taste for the chicken along with the savory and sweetness of the dish. The curry lacked a bit of flavor and could've used a bit more carrots. But portion size was good. For the 4 in our group, we finished everything. Each plate ranged from $24 to $32. Total for the 4 dishes and an appetizer came out to $170 with the 18% service fee that is included with the bill. I would definitely come back again when we are back in town.

Ordered the chicken noodle soup, and it was awesome! If there's one thing I want people to know,…read moreit's the serving size; it's massive and I needed a takeout container otherwise, our server was awesome, and the ambiance was perfect :3 hoping to come again soon!

Great customer service, friendly staff! Large seating area inside; feels like your siting in an…read moreoutdoor Korean café. The complementary sides they give you have tons of flavor; garlic spinach, marinated onions, kimchi (the best). The radish was a little bitter. Japchae- the plate came out hot and freshly made! We loved the variety of mushrooms. They were delicious! Recommend adding the bulgogi; sweet and tender. Brisket hot stone- The plate came out still sizzling! It is a hardy portion. The brisket was tender. Got a few pieces that were a little salty but everything else was great. The rice has a soy sauce drizzle with crispy onions. Take a bite of a little of everything and its perfect! Army stew- The added American cheese made the noodles so much more creamier! So much flavor in the broth; perfect at mild. Came with a side of rice and added broth with spam. So delicious and flavorful! The spam is cooked down to very tender. Not overly salty. Would definitely come back again!

Pizzanista! doesn't do the sad vegan afterthought. They do the real thing…read more The vegan Sicilian with hot honey is a thick, airy square with a crunchy, golden bottom and sweet heat. I came for one square and left with zero regrets and zero leftovers. The vegan garlic knots are pillowy, buttery, and garlicky enough to scare off a vampire, or a bad date. The vegan ranch split the table. It wasn't my thing, but my part-time vegan (not vegan but stays looking for vegan spots for us to enjoy), seemed to enjoy it. Nine years vegan and I'm still thrilled when a pizza joint treats plants like they a full replacement

When I lived in LA I would try and visit Pizzanista every couple months, and yesterday I had a…read morechance to revisit after years away. I'm pleased to say that the place still holds up! Pizzanista is in DTLA , about a 8 minute drive from the arts district. There's street parking across from the shop, along with on the side streets nearby. The shop has some outdoor and indoor seating as well. The staff is friendly and quick to serve, so you're not waiting very long to enjoy your meal. They've definitely expanded their menu since I last came, and so I tried their Sicilian slice along with their Veggie, Pepperoni, and Margherita slices. I loved all of the slices, and was relieved to see things haven't changed since I last came. I especially loved the Sicilian slice, and would absolutely get that again. Pizzanista remains one of my favorite pizza joints in LA, and I can't wait to visit them again soon. If you're in the area and craving a slice, I can't recommend them enough.