My first visit to this spot after first dining on 3rd st many years ago. Large open kitchen and…read morebakery with a very friendly staff.pastrami on ciabatta was nicely layered with equal amounts of dressin g , cheese and meat . Great flavor and love those pickles on side! Cesar salad arrived in a large mixing bowl with lots of croutons and shaved Parmesan made for a great salad. Parking on Ventura place has paid spots. Great noise level and vibe here .. see you again!

About 15 years ago, my friend and I tried their original location at the suggestion and high praise…read moreof our culinary professor. We were disappointed. Definitely didn't live up to the hype. 15 years later, I was looking for a place to grab a couple sandwiches for a road trip. I opted for the ficelle and alllllmoooost only ordered one to share between my husband and I. Thank goodness I didn't, because when I picked up my order, I did a double take when I looked in my bag and thought it was the wrong order. These sandwiches are TINY. Delicious? Yes. But this is basically a breadstick for 12 dollars each.

Items purchased: 2 Chinese chicken salads. Burrito. $36.00…read moreFood: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out of the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, Cashier greeted us and was polite and courteous. Cleanliness: A, Dining area and outside patio were clean. Bathroom was clean and stocked. Value: A, Pricing was on point. Ambiance: A, Still a great place to go after all these years.

The food was great from the chicken salad to the pancakes…read more Service was great both were delivered at the same time. Communal dining is usually not my thing , but the outdoor seating was not crowded and the tables were at a good distance from each side. We weren't sitting on top of each other.

4* Food 5* Ambiance…read more5* Service I love the ambiance and French country farm style of this Olive and Thyme restaurant. Tall ceiling, clean white background decorated with beautiful nicknacks, copper pans, cook books, coffee bar and sweets, and a menu that has a little something for everyone. Judging by the plates served at other tables, generous potions and beautifully plated are served for both breakfast, brunch and lunch. Multiple sandwiches, salad and breakfast menue options. We chose the taco and salmon bowl options. Both were delicious, flavorful and beautifully presented. The short rib taco was slightly dry and more of an appetizer portion than a lunch one. The bowl had a more generous salmon portion, rice, and vegetables. We really enjoyed the rice crispy chocolate chip. It was buttery, sweet and satisfying.

23 days ago I went to Olive & Thyme and enjoyed one of the better lunches I've had in my life. I…read moreremember the exact day because my attorney Richard had just gotten me out of a jam and I was eager to treat him to a meal (in lieu of payment). We got off the 134 and easily found some meter parking near the restaurant (I heard later that Richard got a ticket but not my problem). Strolling into O&T, I'd say the vibe was business casual. I heard the word "tentpole" spoken at multiple tables. I ordered the Chinese chicken salad and Richard got one of those waters that comes in a box. 45 minutes later it was bon appetit. I would describe the salad as heavy, which in this case is a compliment. There's something magical about the combination of fresh veg, crispy wonton strips, and umami peanut sauce dressing. Honestly? The mouth feel makes my mouth squeal. I usually can't finish a salad, but I was enjoying this one so much I pretended not to see Richard's Miata getting towed on Kenwood. I finished the salad and Richard was full on water so we asked for the check. The waiter brought one of those Nintendos for Visas and I pretended I couldn't find my wallet. Luckily Richard had traveler's checks. All-in-all I couldn't ask for a better lunch. I don't like to discuss my legal matters on Yelp, but let's just say after visiting Olive & Thyme I was driving under the influence of a full belly :)

I love this place! Food is always consistent great every single time! Service and staff is always…read morequick and they're super friendly there. At night the vibes are top tier.

Really enjoyed this brunch restaurant. Stopped by to kill time before LACMA opened and it was the…read moreright choice. Cute little hole in the wall. Has limited seating inside and out so get there early if you can! I love the decor with the butterflies on the wall and they are playing chill jams. They have a cute chalkboard off the menu and a cool photo wall is celebrities who have visited. My fiancé and I tried the Huevos Rancheros plate, Peaches and Cream Waffle, and the Thai Style Fried Chicken plate. Along with their two drinks; Sunset Refresher & Blueberry Vanilla Cold Foam Matcha. Huevos Rancheros were a hit. To be honest I thought the dish to be a small serving at first. But it's actually a good portion. You get three tostadas stacked and layered with black beans and mozzarella and topped off with over easy eggs and salsa. I loved how the corn tortillas maintained their crunch and never got soggy. The habanero salsa that it came had a good KICK. Peaches and Cream waffle was good as well. It is seasonal so we jumped on the opportunity. Waffle was thick and fluffy that came with powdered sugar and cinnamon. The peaches were also thick and the sauce it came was light and sweet. Can never go wrong with ice cream and waffles. The Thai Style chicken was pleasant surprise. Before we ate the chicken, I tried a piece of the breading and I knew it was gonna be a good one. Lots of flavor from the tom yum seasoning and the chicken was a decent size. It's not spicy and comes with a sweet sauce to dip in. The bell peppers balanced out this dish. I was a fan of the sunset refresher. It's a mix of hibiscus, pineapple and lemonade. It's more tart than sweet but refreshing. The blueberry cold foam iced matcha was solid. Not too sweet and properly balance. Overall a good brunch spot with a large menu guaranteed to have you come back to try other things. A little pricey.

I'm writing to you from the Burro Flats painted cave - and here I shall spend the rest of my days -…read morebecause there's no reason to participate in society anymore. All the answers to all the mysteries have been answered, including (but not limited to): What is life's purpose? Is there an afterlife? Why is Ed Sheeran famous? I've studied the holy texts. I've followed a guru. I've attended silent retreats. None had the powers of illumination harnessed within the fresh-baked $8 cookies from The Carving Board. Specifically the chocolate chip cookie and the lemon coconut cookie. (The Turkey Dinner sandwich ain't too shabby, either. (Ask for extra gravy.)) I'll see you soon in the caves. Bring firewood. And more cookies.

Food was wonderful. We shared a Bentley. Best sandwich on the menu…read more They made the potato chips on the spot.

This was the first time ordering and it will not be the last. Dinner was amazing. The whole…read moreprocess from ordering online, to check out and then pick up was so easy. The curbside pickup was great, you just text when you are there. Dinner consisted of Butternut Squash Soup with Walnut Cream, Romaine Salad with the works (feta cheese, toasted Ciara, black eyed peas, spring onions , cherry tomatoes topped with an amazing Avocado Dressing. Next is the Braised Shorts Ribs and Potato Salad. Heating instructions super easy. Portions were plentiful so we have leftovers. Thank you Chef Alex! There was a surprise in the bag, chocolate chip cookies for dessert!!!

Great food and service! Alex and his team were very professional and made a memorable evening for…read moreus. Highly recommend!

First time trying this cute spot. Food was delicious, drinks were tasty, and the service was great…read more Would definitely recommend as a cute breakfast spot.

Easily one of the best brunch options in the valley. I actually drove up from West LA specifically…read morefor this brunch and was very happy that I did so. Parking in this area is very easy compared to Los Angeles and our server was very polite. It's not a full Service restaurant you order at the counter, they give you a number, and then bring your food. There is not full waiter service. The menu is really large and filled with all sorts of great options and they have a ton of bakery items as well. It's really easy to find gluten-free and regular treats. Inside is also very large with many different table options and they seem to have very quick service because all the tables were returning pretty quickly. For this meal, I chose the soft omelette and thought it was fantastic. It was made just as I liked it and every part about it was great. We also ordered some of the churro pancakes and they were a real great sweet treat. They also have delicious drinks and honestly everything that we ordered was wonderful. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area and already want to come back again to try some of their lunch options.

Perfect spot to stop by and grab brunch while shopping in La…read more Had the cured salmon toast- it was fresh and well balanced. The café had a great atmosphere and the service was friendly.

A cute casual cafe in a cute area for shopping. I liked that this brunch spot wasn't overly…read morecrowded, sometimes you just want great food without squeezing past people or standing in lines on a weekend morning! We got some cafes, the banh mi sandwich, and the short rib sandwich. The short rib sandwich was packed with meat and served nice and warm. The banh mi sandwich was definitely a fusion style (made with turkey and a different kind of bread from the traditional style), and I enjoyed it as a lighter option. The seating area was cute with good indoor and outdoor seating. I would come again!

TL;DR: Creamy, high-quality craft ice cream with unique flavors, friendly service, and generous…read moresamples. On the pricier end, but comparable to places like Salt & Straw and Wanderlust but Carmela for sure gives larger servings. Came by on a Friday night around 8:30 PM, and the shop had a steady flow of customers with 5-6 groups coming in during the 15 minutes we were there. Despite being busy, the workers were consistently friendly and helpful. They let us sample as many flavors as we wanted without making us feel rushed or judged. We went with the double scoop, which lets you choose up to 4 flavors. We tried the matcha, earl grey, and strawberry milk. The ice cream was incredibly creamy with a clean, balanced taste. Each flavor is made with just 5 ingredients, and you can really taste the quality. My partner said the matcha was one of the best she's had in a while. I'd definitely come back to try the brown sugar vanilla next time. The shop has a small indoor seating area with a few tables plus two outdoor benches. Prices are on the higher side, but they're comparable to other craft ice cream spots around the area.

Local neighborhood ice cream shop with the freshest flavors!!! I love the floral flavors such as…read morerose and lavender and earl grey. Everyone is so nice and helpful letting you sample. I like how they also serve it as a seasonal flights so you can have all the new flavors in one go. Pints are $15 or 2 for $15. They also posted new ice cream making classes in the summer! Fave Flavors: - Fresh Mint Cacao Nibs - the best! - Earl Grey Tea - Lavender Honey - Brown Sugar Vanilla Bean

I have one main truth - regardless of whether I've already had dinner, if slices of pizzas…read moreavailable nearby, my pizza stomach will accommodate them. And this is how it was one night after eating dinner at another restaurant nearby...the enticing-looking slices at Gjelina Take Away beckoned, and I answered the call. Considering Gjelina proper is one of the more difficult restaurants to get into if you don't plan in advance, being able to get a taste of their deliciousness at the adjacent take-away version is a gift to us all. Their Pomodoro pie (think perfectly thin and crispy crust, generous size, and tomatoes galore on top) looked out of control, so we got a slice. Add burrata cheese? Oh, yes, please do that. And they did, and we ended up with this glorious Naples / NYC slice fusion that delighted my post-dinner pizza joie de vivre. There is plenty for vegetarians at Gjelina Takeaway, including some delights from the main Gjelina menu, other slices, and more. Oh, Gjelina Take Away - we took away...and we will keep it with us...always.

Nothing infuriates me more than when I order a sandwich and it immediately falls apart because the…read morebread is too thin or the liquids inside are too wet. I ordered the turkey sandwich and within 3 minutes of receiving it, the bread got soggy from the inside and half the ingredients spilled out, making a sloppy mess on my plate. It basically became a turkey salad with soggy bread mixed in. The quality was good and fresh, but I will not tolerate poor sandwich bread integrity, especially when it's $18. The more expensive the sandwich, the more irritated I get when it instantly turns into soup upon holding it for a bite. I like Gjelina for other items on the menu. Service is good. Location is nice for Venice. But I'll never order a sandwich here again until they toast the bread or use thicker slices to maintain sandwich firmness.