We stayed at the hotel for our anniversary, and were excited to try this Michelin star restaurant/chef. We had the grilled cheese when we arrived, and wow, it wasn't your average grilled cheese! The truffle butter, sauce, and pepper jack cheese made this the best grilled cheese I ever had! I actually order this from the bar, but I think it comes from the same restaurant/kitchen. The next morning, we had breakfast inside the actual restaurant. We ordered the avocado eggs Benedict with Jamon Iberico added, and the Congee. My husband loved the Benedict, but didn't think the ham for an $16 was worth it. Eggs Benedict is one of my favorite breakfasts, but I did not care for this version. The "light as air" hollandaise sauce seemed too light on flavor. I prefer the full richness of that sauce. The Congee was a first for my husband and I, and we both enjoyed it! Service was amazing! They knew it was our anniversary and made sure we had a table that we were happy with. I think 3 different people wished us a happy anniversary, and they surprised us with a dessert. Omg, the flan they served us was the best we've ever had! It was so silky, light, and airy. Even though we were full, we devoured the whole thing. It was the highlight of our meal! read more

San Laurel - This flan dessert was the highlight of our meal! - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Beautiful restaurant, beautiful view, but the reception can be improved. Host was not friendly nor welcoming. Not what I expect from a restaurant inside a Conrad Hotel. I got much better, friendlier service from a USPS store just prior to coming here. There was a relatively large event nearby and the restaurant was so unprepared for it. I could tell by the manager's tone that he got tired of having to tell non-dining patrons to stay out, basically. For a restaurant inside a hotel such as Conrad, I was surprised that you couldn't request a table based on your preference. It was my wedding anniversary and it was noted on OpenTable reservation, but it wasn't acknowledged. read more

We love fine dining and trying out Michelin rated restaurants. Unfortunately, we didn't enjoy our experience here. I had asked for a seating accommodation and the Hostess Claire made it happen. Thank you! The restaurant was empty on a Thursday night, which was a concern. Our server was Elizabeth and to be honest, she wasn't very friendly. She asked about food allergies and my date mentioned that she cannot eat mushrooms. Unfortunately, when the mac-n-cheese was served, it had mushrooms in it! The food was not good. We ordered the Stracciatella salad and it was too creamy. I already addressed the mac-n-cheese issue and it was just strange. The Lubina was pretty good. Overall, we didn't enjoy our dinner. Just seems like they are trying too hard to be creative with the menu. It's not working. One last thing, was the cost. We ordered a glass of Far Niente Chardonnay, and the cost was $45 for one glass! You can buy an entire bottle of this exact wine at a retail location for that price! read more

I've been to many José Andrés restaurants over the years, and most have lived up to my expectations (small plates, high prices, good service). San Laurel fit the profile, but somehow I left unsatisfied. We started with the jamón Ibérico, which was an astonishingly small portion for $40. In retrospect, we should have spent the extra $10 for the pa amb tomàquet (bread with tomato) to make it more filling. The ham croquettes (also wildly overpriced for five), were OK, but not memorable. I've had much better for a third of the price. I scarcely remember the rest of the meal. The view from the terrace is awesome, as is the price of a martini. It comes in one those cute little coupe glasses that "nice" restaurants use these days. For $22 each. I would have had to spend $66 to feel anything. I'm glad I went, don't need to go back read more

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A Michelin starred restaurant is highly regarded and by far San Laurel came very close. Our server was well versed in the evening's menu. We came on a Monday to celebrate an anniversary. It's the kind of venue where people would usually like to go for a special occasion. The food we had was amazing. Each dish was explained to us as they came. Cocktails were wonderful but the Mai Tai had too much ice and hardly any drink. Food portions were on the small side so that was a bit of a disappointment. The flan and cheesecake for dessert were heavenly! The restaurant was comfortable and elegant. Overall, the dining experience was memorable. read more

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Came in for a work lunch and was mesmerized by the view and ambiance. Staff was very kind and attentive the entire hour. I opted for the smash burger and it was an absolute hit! I couldn't finish so I took it to go, would definitely come back to try their specialty dishes! read more

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My wife, friend, and I had a great meal at this super-comfortable, beautifully designed restaurant. First, we started with cocktails. My friend had the Pisco Sour (Achelado Pisco, lime, sugar and egg whites) and I had the Bergeron's Mai Tai (Denizen's Merchant 8-year rum, lime, orgeat and dry curacao). While both drinks tasted great, there was way too much ice in my Mai Tai. It was verging on being an alcohol drenched snowcone. For appetizers, we shared the roasted eggplant (mole, honey miso, puffed wild rice, lemon, pea tendrils). It tasted great and was artistically plated but the portion size was quite small --- just 3 slices of eggplant. The other appetizer we shared were the oysters with lime, passion fruit and sesame. They not only tasted great but they looked like they had tiny surprised faces on them. For our mains, my friend had the rack of lamb, my wife the gambas (aji amarillo and garlic emulsion, red pepper and potatoes), and I had the Lubina (branzino) with Donostiarra sauce, smoked trout roe, fennel and fine herbs). All the mains were delicious, well prepared with very fresh ingredients: fish in my case, shrimp in my wife's case and tender lamb in my friend's case. However, the portion sizes were on the small size, especially my wife's gambas dish. Plus, there should have been toast served with her dish to soak up the sauce in the dish. For dessert, we shared two desserts: flan and the burnt Basque cheesecake. While both were great, the burnt Basque cheesecake was incredible. Our waiter was very friendly and had a nice, casual demeanor, which worked in my opinion. However, he served the cocktails at the same time as the appetizers when he should have waited a bit with the appetizers. While I gave a 5-star rating, it's more like a 4.5. Food tasted great and was truly fine dining quality, but portion sizes were small for the price; too much ice in my cocktail; and a little pause between the serving of the cocktails and the appetizers was needed. read more

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Fabulous restaurant!! Beautifully decorated. Michelin recommended. Amazing food and drinks!!! The absolute best, friendliest staff!! Nice views. Located inside the Conrad Hotel. read more

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Got to enjoy San Laurel a number of times during my brief staycation at The Conrad this week. I was incredibly excited to check out dinner service, as San Laurel has been on my list basically since it opened. Dinner was nice but breakfast honestly blew it away in terms of food and service. Dinner was nice, albeit a bit crowded on a Tuesday evening. The salt air margarita was fantastic with a salty, foamy top that added a little something extra to every sip. A very inventive cocktail from Chef José Andrés. The specialty Jamón croquetas were even better. Thinly sliced iberico ham on top of a perfectly melty, lightly fried cheese croquettes. Definitely my favorite thing that I ate during my three visits here. The gambas were good -- beautifully butterflied shrimp with small fingerling potatoes. Tasted good but was, in fact, just five shrimp and five individual small potatoes. More of a lunch portion than a dinner portion. I of course at it all, as well as a plate of chicken tenders and fries from room service shortly after. Breakfast portions more than made up for it. My first meal I had a wonderful bowl on congee and a side of the iberico ham alongside an iced americano. Absolutely delicious would definitely order this same thing again next time. For my second breakfast I had a plate of the olive oil pancakes and a side of bacon. The bacon was honestly my fault. I asked the waiter if the ham was exceptionally better than the bacon, since that's kind of their whole specialty, and he kind of hesitantly agreed that it was. Still I was feeling adventurous and tried the bacon anyway. It was good but definitely did not compete to that thin cured ham. The pancakes were also delightful with delicious butter, syrup, and a berry compote. read more

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Located downtown at the Conrad. Across street from Disney Hall. Wonderful service! Here for brunch before a play. Very chic contemporary decor. Outdoor lovely patio. Very nice brunch menu with the most popular breakfast items. Eggs were good. Across the street from Music Center. read more

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Absolutely loved my experience at San Laurel! Located inside the Conrad Hotel, this Michelin-starred restaurant truly delivers on every level. The view alone is worth it -- seeing the Walt Disney Concert Hall right from your table is such a uniquely LA experience. Dinner was especially memorable -- the seafood dishes were exceptional and full of flavor. Everything felt fresh, refined, and thoughtfully prepared. Breakfast was just as impressive. Enjoying the morning meal while looking out at the Disney Hall was honestly stunning. Whether you sit outside or inside, both offer great ambiance -- the outdoor seating is beautiful and relaxing, while the indoor space feels elegant and comfortable. Service was excellent throughout -- warm, attentive, and professional. This place exceeded my expectations, and I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend if you're looking for a memorable dining experience in LA! read more

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Still a great choice for a meal before a show at the music center. With weather warming up, it's actually comfortable to sit on the patio with glorious views of Disney Hall. Service is always top notch from reception to servers. They excel at making guests comfortable even if unusual requests are made (our party had none, but we heard the table next to us questioning the ingredients of several dishes). We started with the always delicious eggplant, tried the peas for the first time, and went on to the gambas and lamb chops. It's so comforting to go back to a wonderful restaurant and find consistency with the ingredients and skill at every visit. Prices have give up slightly in the past year, but with the quality ingredients and professional service, this remains my go to for a meal before a show. read more

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Absolutely an excellent little brunch spot located within the Conrad in DTLA. This place has an amazing selection of breakfast items and a beautiful outside terrace. The service is a bit slow but I'll totally be back to this place often... read more

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Located in the Conrad but surprisingly chill and comfortable. Love the elevated yet relaxed energy. 10/10. The Food: Second visit and it still hits. Every dish was consistently above average. The Service: Shoutout to the staff--incredible service from start to finish. Verdict: Consistent, high-quality and a great atmosphere. Definitely a DTLA favorite. read more

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Inside the Conrad hotel in DTLA, this restaurant is on the 10th floor. As mentioned by the waiter, it is a Jose Andres restaurant. He is one of the premier chefs in America, and quite possibly the world. Beautiful interior, the funny thing that stuck out is there were stems and leaves in a vase. Seems a bit strange to not have fresh flowers, especially for a restaurant of this caliber. Open face omelet with XO sauce was the star! I highly recommend this dish. We also had their version of a standard breakfast and it was outstanding. The Turkey sausage was delicious and tasted like it was made in house. Pair that with the rustic bread and it was phenomenal. The hotel recommended that we make reservations which was a good call since the restaurant was busy. If the stars align, I'd love to come back and eat here again! read more

San Laurel - Open face omelet with XO sauce was - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We had a lovely experience dining at San Laurel while staying at the Conrad. The ambiance, service and food were all excellent. We came for an early dinner at opening and the views were beautiful. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. The atmosphere is classy but not stuffy, casual but with refined food. They were accommodating of our toddler and provided a kid's cup for their meal. Our favorite dish was the lamb that was beautifully cooked to perfection. read more

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San Laurel was the perfect pre flight meal. The chicken was juicy and filled me with nutrients. The service was spectacular, the restaurant was fancy yet inviting and the ambiance was elegant and classy. Truly the freshest, most perfect meal before flying. read more

San Laurel - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped by for a quick lunch and was really surprised how delicious everything was. The service here was top tier and our waiter made some great recommendations. The octopus dish was so tender and flavorful and the salad not only looked amazing but tasted even better. Definitely a must try spot and will have to stop by for dinner too. read more

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I really like this restaurant and you can't beat the view of Disney Cincert hall. This meal Was particularly delicious! Yum the desert was so yummy too! Nice service and great cocktails! Yay read more

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First of all, the views are amazing in the restaurant. I would come back just for the environment- is the perfect place to meet with girlfriends for day drinking and lunch. Second of all the food is spectacular.. honestly I couldn't eat a lot of the seafood because I have an aversion while pregnant, but even looking at it made me salivate. Took my aversions away for a minute. Their salads were very tasty - I absolutely enjoyed devouring those. All in all a beautiful place with excellent food. Will be coming back when I visit LA again! read more

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I have came here several times with my husband and also family and there had never been a bad experience here. The staff is very attentive and polite. the breakfast here is a 10/10.. let me tell you I am not into breakfast but this is the only spot I will have breakfast at. All of the items I have tried on their menu from drinks to food you can tell is of high quality ingredients. It is a hidden little gem. I believe they have a michelin star or are in michelin guide and were recognized in Forbes magazine. read more

San Laurel - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Oh my goodness, did I love this meal!! My friend and I came here to celebrate, and it did not disappoint. Of course there are beautiful views, and it was a lovely day outside so we sat on the patio which was great. The service was outstanding. Andrea was our server and she gave great suggestions and always checked in on us. She has a great energy that we so appreciated. Now the food. So divine! We decided to get the prefixe lunches and we each got a different entree to share. The Peruvian scallops were delicious, and a great way to start: 9/10 The crab croquetas were the perfect crunchy texture on the outside with the smooth crab inside, and had a great mustard aoli dipping sauce that cut through the richness so well. 8.5/10 The hiramasa crudo was the standout. The sauce is SO good, I wanted bread or something to soak it up! I wish I could bottle that! 9.5 close to a 10/10 The lubina was delicious, very tender, the sauce really pulled it altogether. 8.5/10 The octopus with potatoes and sea lettuce garlic aoli and olive oil cargado was my absolute favorite. I just got back from Spain and Portugal a month ago and this octopus dish took me right back! It was perfectly cooked and the sauce really pushed it to the next level. You are supposed to mix everything on the dish, and below is a red tomato-y sauce that was beautiful when it coated everything. 9.5 almost 10/10, probably one of my favorite bites ever in the US. To finish we had the tarta de queso and the tres leches and truly they both were so heavenly. The basque cheesecake (tarta de queso) is made with goat cheese and you could really taste the tang at the end - 9/10 The tres leches was absolutely divine. They have a powder on the whipped cream that is so unique, I wish I had a bowl of just that. There is a hint of rose which I don't even normally like, but it went so well with all of the flavors, it really sung. 9.5/10 I love Jose Andres restaurants, they never disappoint. And I'm so glad we were able to try this one. We will be back! read more

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We visited for dinner on Sunday night, with a party of four, and it was a very nice experience. We had reservations and were seated right away. The place was packed at 6:30, but thinned out by 8 PM. We had a lengthy initial wait for our waiter, not sure why, he improved throughout the evening. Their margaritas and espresso martinis are strong and tasty. We started with the Iberico Jamon with the tomato bread, Fennel Soup, and Hiramasa Crudo. All were well prepared and presented. We then went with entrees; Scallops, Lubina, Duck, and Lamb. Everything was excellent, the Lubina had to be one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. The Basque Cheesecake was very unique. Overall, a great place for fine dining. Bring your wallet, it is wicked pricey. read more

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We stayed at the Conrad Los Angeles this past weekend and were fortunate to dine at San Laurel twice! For lunch Saturday, then again for breakfast Sunday. Our food, service, and dining room ambiance were all to be praised highly. I'll first comment on our lunch shortly after placing our luggage in our room. We were served by Cruz, who had been our waiter at one of our other previous times we've dined at San Laurel. We opted for their pre-fixe menu and my wife selected their Grilled Lubina while I selected their Pollo Frito. These mains were accompanied by the following appetizers: crab croquetas, Peruvian scallops, Miramasa Crudo, & Heirloom Tomatoes. We added their tomato house bread as well. All dishes were spectacular but my wife raved about the Grilled Lubina so much, she said she'd order it every time we come back here! A+++ lunch rating!!! Next was breakfast the following day and we were served by Jimmy who recommended some dynamite dishes to us. My wife ordered their deep fried poached egg while I ordered their congee. These two dishes were probably two of the best breakfast dishes we've had ever! And we've been to Spain! Chef Jose Andrés has put together an amazing menu here at the Conrad Los Angeles. It would be a no brainet to dine here if you're a hotel guest staying overnight, but the food and service at San Laurel is THAT GOOD, it would be worth dining here even if you weren't a hotel guest. Everything and I mean everything went well at both meals we had here. We can't wait to return to dine here again! read more

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We had an excellent meal at San Laurel yesterday. What went well? Everything with one minor thing. My sister had the lamb, I had the duck breast, both were perfectly prepared and the flavors were just wonderful. We started with the mushrooms served with glass bread and if that's the only thing we had we'd be happy, yeah it was that good. Cocktails were also terrific, my sister had the Flyer which I can't wait to recreate at home. Fresh honeydew juice/tequila. I had a pisco sour, also perfect. Dessert was mint ice cream with caramel sauce, worth gorging ourselves despite being full. Service by Alex and the whole team was really terrific, not a missed step. The only complaint I had and looking around I wasn't alone, the sun was right in my eyes for about 30 minutes. We saw people with their hands over their faces, I hope the restaurant will consider putting film or something over that window. read more

San Laurel - Mushrooms in cream sauce served with glass bread - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here the second time for a special date night dinner before the LA Phil concert. The server was very attentive and shared with us the special. We ordered a wild mushroom appetizer that came with some crunchy baguettes. The baguettes are served to allow us to enjoy the delicious sauce. It was very delicious for sure. For entree, I had the special which is the halibut with the olive sauce. The soul of the entree is the sauce. I paired it with a glass of Sauvignon blanc. My boyfriend ordered the duck breast, which is very nicely prepared with the carrot fritters. For dessert, we shared the chocolate mousse with mint ice cream. What a satisfying meal before the concert. read more

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Had breakfast and lunch here, can you tell what I had for breakfast and lunch? Food - decent. Breakfast is typical menu with toast and eggs (nothing crazy). Lunch I got the pre fixe set. The fish really stood out relative to the octopus and crudo. Scallops came second. Pricing as you expect it's LA pricing and Conrad hotel pricing (but San laurel is prob the best food you can get at Conrad) Service - great, attentive, friendly, Ambiance - love the vibes and the decor, very relaxing and sparks joy with greenery around in the midst of modern decor read more

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Had a great time dining at San Laurel in LA. This restaurant offers a variety Spanish dishes re-imagined. The restaurant sits on top of the Conrad, but the views are spectacular from the rooftop. The restaurant is open air and offers indoor and outdoor dining. I will say that I am a fan of the outdoor if the weather is nice. The hostess was very accommodating. As I waited for my party to gather, I noticed the extensive collection of Remy Martin, St Louis. They serve it from a huge museum quality bottle at $100, half an ounce. Not a fan of Remy, but I was impressed with the overall presentation. Dining was fantastic. I was made aware that it was Chef Andre' inspired. So many great meals on the menu. The waiter offered up the "Chef Experience". This is a Chef curated menu of the popular dishes. The whole table has to participate. I will tell you, this is definitely the way to go. There was no bad dish. From the prosciutto, to the soup & salad, to the shrimp, fish, lanb, and steak, there was no dissapointment. The prosciutto and steak were my favorite. That 26 oz steak did not let me down. For dessert, I had a mango cloud dish. Lite and refreshing. Adding a sweet note to close out the evening. This restaurant is truly a gem. Must dine in DTLA. read more

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The food is delicious and the atmosphere is relaxing. The service is also excellent. However, the portions are very small and not quite enough to feel full, which makes the meal feel rather expensive. read more

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Came here for lunch with some friends and I was surprised to realize the outdoor space that used to be in use wasn't open anymore. But I was happy about the bright and openness of the restaurant. We ended up doing the tasting menu and got to try each other's food. The star was for sure their Salt Air Margarita. I had never had it and I can't wait to go back for it. The crudo was excellent. Service was great! I just wish there was a slightly more extensive menu. read more

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Went here for brunch with a large party. Service was amazing and patient with us. Great restaurant with beautiful views of DTLA. read more

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It's nice inside with an open bar and an open kitchen. - Stracciatella Salad 1.8/5 Nothing special salad, really. - Fennel Soup 1.9/5 Lukewarm soup but tastes okay. Not really an explosion of flavor. - Duck Breast 4.8/5 The duck had a beautiful fried crust. It was cooked nicely. The sauce was slightly bitter sweet, not my style. - Rack of Lamb 3.6/5 Not sure why they gave us the bones separately from the meat. The meat itself didn't really taste like it was from the rack. It was a bit dry. - Basque Cheesecake 1.3/5 Too eggy and not so smooth for my taste. Valet parking or a building parking pay per minute? read more

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Perhaps downtown LA's more recent restaurant by good ol' Jose Andres, I've always loved this clip of him on, which I do believe, is the last episode of Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown to feature a guest - in this case, one of Bourdain's closest friends from the Manhattan dining scene: https://youtu.be/MZGTnXYCvaQ?si=6HoQuWlwjPEsSA-4&t=69 He has a great 2.5 hour conversation with Joe Rogan Experience on podcast #2315 as well. Fancy pants celebrity chef spot at celebrity chef prices. Location, space, and ambiance just screams celebrity. By celebrity, for celebrities. Lunch or dinner, expect to pay at least $100/person for a complete dining experience of appetizers, entree, dessert, and wine/cocktails. Compared to dining at Bazaar in Beverly Hills which was full of molecular gastronomy whim, San Laurel's offerings feel more regional, more seasonal, more rustic Spanish with a splash of class, with only THE FINEST ingredients. Great for a date, an anniversary, a supper before a show, etc. Or even just to come dine during your stay at the fabulous Conrad hotel. It's pretty hard to go wrong with anything on the menu, food wise. Carefully crafted, plated, cooked to perfection. Seasoned to perfection? I'll say that the one black mark I'll give is the wagyu steak with shaved Perigord truffle. Beautiful in photos, isn't it? But honestly, needed salt. Even with the sauce. I should've brought my own mini packet of salt, like just grab a fistful from In-n-Out. The other black mark is for the Tokyo Milk Punch cocktail using Suntory Toki as a base. Pricy bloody thing, with about as much pour of alcohol as the amount of water you'd accidently swallow while brushing your teeth. But damned if that ice cube is beautifully etched and perfectly crafted. But overall, feels too watered down, regret in a glass; I'll stick to their selection of prosecco and tempranillos. Everything else is pretty damn spot on. If you really want a sampler of their appetizers, come at lunch, for the prix-fixe menu. You'll get a bite of 4 of their appetizer offerings. Whether the hiramasa crudo, the scallops, the oyster, or even the tomatoes have a soothing vibrancy. The fish is prepped with the loveliest of crispy skins to accent it's mellow flesh. Ah, and that fennel soup is velvety luxurious perfection. Desserts? Good enough. Beautiful to look at, light, fresh, harmonious. Tried both the strawberry dessert and the chocolate crema mint, as one can see in photos. Easy to devour and clean off the plate. At this price point, maybe I expected something more impactful. The kind of thing that haunts your sweet memories like a hurricane mixed with love and pain. But they'll do. At least you won't leave feeling like you just swallowed a hippo. As parking goes, the most direct is the hotel valet, which discounts to about $15 after procuring validation with the restaurant. And if you do decide on lunch or dinner, consider LA weather and try to request an outdoor seat with full view of the Disney Concert Hall and the opera theatre. Overall, quality stuff that you pay for, you super baller shotcaller, you. read more

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Beautiful restaurant located in Conrad Hotel DTLA. Parking: go around, follow the sign, inside the Conrad hotel between bldg. Valet only. Validated at the restaurant. Reservation: via opentable We had a wonderful server, he is amazing and so enthusiastic explaining us about Chef Jose Andres and the food. It makes dining so enjoyable. We ordered: Special- kaluga caviar service Special- Grilled baby artichoke Straciatella salad - so refreshing, with fresh peach Fennel soup - so beautiful crafted. Its their awaed winning. Hiramasa crudo - yummmm Lubina- whole branzino, we love it Rack of lamb - so good Wagyu flat iron - a bit too chewy for us. Torta de queso with guava sorbet - refreshing Foggy hill - art of a drink Overall outstanding as usual, chef Jose Andres read more

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This restaurant is nestled amongst the theater area, right next to the Disney hall. Perfect for a dinner right before a service and food are really top notch. With several we friends we enjoyed several appetizers to share as well as several entree dishes. Not a single dish was unworthy of nothing than top marks from me. Everything was great (just ignore the price which is excessive but this is fine dining for the area). I love the decor of the restaurant, feels secluded being on the tenth floor and even though it was a Tuesday night, they were still crowded. Reservations would be highly recommended. Lastly we had a single basque cheesecake and sorbet to share and while it was good, the cheesecake was so fresh (and warm) that the filling had not yet set and was more of a runny pudding (not my cup of tea for texture). This is the only area I poked my tongue of scrutiny at during an overall evening well regarded evening of good wait staff, good tastes/textures/freshness, and packaged into a beautiful venue. read more

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Girl if you want an instagrammable gorgina boojie brunch, San Laurel is the spot. The space was spotlessly clean and was equipped with spaces to both lounge and dine. I came with two friends, all of us on specific diets with food sensitivities, and were able to find things to enjoy in the menu. The service was super friendly and asked questions to make sure that the food was prepared with our sensitivities in mind. I ordered the Toast with almond butter, banana, and honey, sub honey for vegan prep ($24). It came with a side of potatoes that were, quite possibly, the best potatoes I've ever eaten. My main nudge for San Laurel would be to clearly label their vegetarian and vegan options, and please, I beg, add more of them! As a vegan my only options to choose from were toast or fruit, and both of those options required a substitute to make it vegan. For an upscale restaurant, I expect at least one vegan meal that doesn't leave me thumbing through ingredients and subbing things. read more

San Laurel - Toast with almond butter, bananas and honey ($24) - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My second time here. First time was for brunch before a play at the music center. I thought it was fine that day. Today I go to take a friend for lunch for her bday. Totally different experience. We had the prix fixe lunch and green tea. I had the octopus and she had the fish. We loved everything. Service was great. Lovely space. They validate parking for 3 hours - instead of $25, it was $15. read more

San Laurel - Compliment bday flan - Spanish Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had a light dinner with a friend tonight at San Laurel and it was lovely. Service was terrific, attentive but not overly so. It was quiet enough for us to have a long conversation and we didn't feel rushed from our table. Shared: - bread (four relatively small pieces but that was fine) - 4/5 didn't come with any oil or butter - straciatella salad (inside of burrata, figs, marcona almonds, peach slices) - 5/5 was a nice combination of flavors and textures - acorn squash (pomegranate, salsa macha, whipped garlic labneh, za'atar - 5/5 similarly nice combination of flavors and textures - fennel soup (dungeness crab, manchego espuma, fennel pollen) - 5/5 delicious and didn't taste the fennel at all so curious about calling it fennel soup - cocoa coca - 5/5 beautiful presentation with tiny balls of chocolate mousse balanced on a thin wafer which is balanced on tiny balls of mint ice cream The reason why I'm giving them a 4 and not a 5 is really about the portion size. We weren't that hungry so this was fine but the portions were rather small across the board. read more

Everything from food to service and ambiance were so amazing here! It was a bit confusing to get in at first because it's actually inside the Conrad. It's valet only. $15 with validation. There's street parking but it seemed difficult. The oysters were really good. Fresh by themselves and tasty with the what I think is a raspberry puree. There was a burrata salad that was the special that day that was excellent. All the meat dishes were also good. I think the most underwhelming and could be skipped would be the artichoke hearts. It didn't taste like anything. There was a dessert that had a nice name like something in the clouds, but I can't remember. It's the all white one with coconut, and it was really good. Our server was also amazing! He was super funny and attentive all night. Would definitely recommend and be back! Loved it! read more

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Upscale restaurant from Chef Jose Andres. Came here for dinner prior to watching a show at the Mark Taper Forum with my family, and we made a reservation online in advance. There were a few issues we had at dinner (i.e., they sat us late for our reservation, they forgot a coaster for my mom, they gave our jamon to another table that was seated after us even though we told them that we had a show to catch, etc.). However, I must give a shout out to our waiter Kevin. He's a top notch guy. Even with the issues, he was proactive in communication and checked in on our table the right amount. He was accountable and that helped make the meal still enjoyable. In terms of the food, these are my quick thoughts. - I really liked the jamon and pa amb tomaquet. Get these for the starters. - Scallops were good but small. - Duck was cold and also small. I did like the sweet potato that accompanied it. - Lubina was good and I liked the cut lines of the skin. - Tarte de queso - very savory and not what we were expecting. Honestly, I didn't love this dessert. Overall, the place is classy and was clearly very popular. It's in a convenient location to catch a show but I would recommend giving yourself extra time if you plan to eat there. read more

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