Very authentic flavor, true to the ingredients whether excel at execution. A rare gem to find in LA…read morethis day. One of the high light is the dry aged duck -- Absolutely exquisite. The complex, nuanced aroma on the duck skin tempered by the aging process is reminiscent of some of the finest winter cured duck in my memory.

My partner and I had an incredible dining experience at Firstborn. The food was absolutely amazing…read morefrom start to finish. The highlights of the night were the celery root blini with crème fraîche and Ossetra caviar, the trout tartare, the duck sausage, and the grilled short ribs. And a special shoutout to the fried boneless chicken leg -- it was goddamn delicious! The wine list is exciting. It has some hard-to-find aged bottles. We scored a bottle of 2007 François Cotat Sancerre. Cotat is one of the most iconic Sancerre producers, and because his wines are built to age, finding a 2007 vintage on the menu here was a massive treat. While we didn't dive into the proper cocktail menu, my partner ordered the non-alcoholic Hojicha Orange Milk Punch, which was phenomenal, and judging by how beautiful the drinks at neighboring tables looked, I'd assume their cocktail program is strong. Service was stellar. Lisa, who helped us navigate the wine list, was lovely! She was incredibly generous, offering us a few complimentary pours of other wines to taste. Will definitely revisit to try other menu items and their cocktails!

I ordered the edamame salad, among other things, and you would think from the name it's a small…read moreAsian style side salad; but, this salad is the most beautifully made, both by design and execution, and robust salad I think I've ever had. Not sure if it's technically vegan, but with no cheese or meat, it's not a traditionally satisfying salad, but it absolutely was. With the table bread, it's easily a meal on its own. Anyway, enough on the salad The service is fantastic, and thorough, and the menu is varied and much more than it appears to be. Every item is delicious, sizable, and far more complex than the menu suggests. I don't want this place to get too popular, but I know everyone has a bottom line. I hope people start appreciating Alley Steakhouse. The only thing that's missing is an elevated take on a vegan steak from Besties (Vegan Paradise) down the street . As a vegetarian, I have many meat eating friends, and we all deserve to be happy when dining out. With its beautiful ambience, and kind, yet professional servers, Alley Steakhouse is almost perfect.

I think this place needs some work unfortunately. I had dinner here with a group and the restaurant…read morewas totally dead, maybe 2 other tables sat. It was a small group of 4 of us and we all placed our orders- all very basic, I ordered the burger medium rare. The food came out- all but my meal and after about 5 mins of the rest of the table waiting for me I told them to go ahead and eat. My food came out way later and was cooked well done. There was no apology or gesture to make it right given that it was a $30 burger, came out late and way overcooked. Based on this alone I won't be back. Also fyi they tip recommendation on the receipt are based on the total, not the subtotal. So double check.

This was my first time at NIKU. Roman, Isabella, Sarah, Jose, Efren, Joe and Julian my it memorable…read morefrom the moment I walked through the door. The person that hired this staff deserves a 5-star rating. NIKU is an edible art studio with exceptional service and quality food wrapped in one. Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Rogelio Martinez

Roman, Julian... remember the name and I promise you won't forget the hospitality! We absolutely…read moreloved the experience. The food is outstanding, and when you have service that these two provided, you walk out with a full stomach and a full heart. Thank you both for a beautiful evening, you made my birthday worth the visit. Blessing to you and your future here at NIXU, you both will go a long way BTW, I saw the QR for review on the table.

This place is beautiful, with modern ambiance, perfect for both a casual meetup or for a special…read moreoccasion. Initially they mentioned they didn't have uni available, but the attentive manager came to us and shared that he wasn't completely satisfied with the quality of the uni that day, though he was still willing to serve it to me. I really appreciated the honesty and passion for quality. I came here eyeing on the uni pasta, so I had to go for it. Maybe he was right, it was just OK. It wasn't necessarily the uni itself, but the pasta and cream sauce felt slightly overcooked and a bit dry. It could've used more sauce to bring everything together. Still, no ragrets (iykyk). It's something you should try here . We also ordered the hand roll trio and toro, which was yummy. The fish was fresh, beautifully cut, and served in generous pieces. They're partnering with Death & Co, known for their craft cocktails which explains why the drinks here are so uniquely curated and well mixed. Definitely worth exploring their cocktail menu.

I really enjoy eating here because service is fast and friendly. You get a lovely meal and every…read morestaff member you meet is always so friendly. Food is delicious, drinks are good, and parking isn't hard to find if you're willing to walk a little. The design kinda dark inside, but the patio is always nice. The best part? I can be in and out in less than an hour if I wanted!

Reserved a table for my birthday dinner on a saturday. They had a live dj playing and a fire…read moredancer. The dancer performed a few times before I left. The drinks were so good, I got the Caipirinha. The restaurant is in a hotel so you can get some pics before you leave. They're relatively new so it isn't crowded. It's cute for a dinner with the girls!

Great lunch place for work days. I come here for the picanha steak and the bottomless mimosas,…read morewhich is 25 with the purchase of any entree. The Brazilian bread is delicious and the hostess and server are friendly and follow up often. I've also gotten the Moca Colada, which is a mocktail. It's really good but a bit too sweet for me to finish the entire drink. The picanha steak is great, although I have heard people being surprised at the layer of fat, even when previously cautioned about it. I personally dont mind it but I know some do. If youre looking for a place downtown to have a nicer lunch, come try this place out!

Food and service was amazing! Would recommend starting with the Gold Tier for first time customers…read moreas you get access to a few A5 Wagyu cuts (limited quantities) and an all you can eat menu as well. The restaurant is clean and the interior is nice as well. They have free drinks and a soft serve ice cream machine! Our server Troy is super chill, attentive, and very helpful guiding us through the process of ordering. He made our first experience awesome and we will definitely be coming back again!

First time at Chubby Cattle and our server Johnny was so helpful and friendly. The food was…read moredelicious and fresh. We'll be back for sure!

Oste is the real deal. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere pulled us in -- warm, intimate,…read moreand effortlessly cool. But the true highlight? Carlos. This guy is a gem. Passionate, personable, and clearly proud of every dish that comes out of that kitchen. He guided us through the menu like a seasoned storyteller, and every recommendation was spot on. And the food -- where do I even begin? Each dish was a masterpiece. Bold flavors, beautiful presentation, ingredients that tasted like they were sourced that morning. The kind of meal that makes you slow down and actually savor every bite. Oh, and if you're a coffee lover, keep your eyes on that stunning Elektra espresso machine behind the bar -- a work of art that makes an espresso to match. Oste isn't just a restaurant, it's an experience. Do yourself a favor and go. Then go again.

Loved dinner with my girlfriends here! It's such a charming space and the service and food were…read moreexcellent. The standouts for me were the squash blossoms and the potato pizza. Would love to come back and try more! Parking, as in most of LA, is tricky. They have valet.

Still stands-up to the hype after all these years…read more If "Trendy" was a restaurant, Bestia would easily be in top contention, even after being around for more than a decade. That says a lot. Once upon a time (a few years ago), my CFP + banking institution wanted to thank me for being one of their top private clients. They expressed their gratitude with a very generous, all expense paid full-course meal at Bestia. To say that I was impressed would be an understatement. Fast forward to now, I knew that coming back here would be a good idea. Make no mistake, even if you try to book a reservation several weeks in-advance, don't be surprised if the only available seats are at the counter. Granted, I was in a spacey table during my past visit, the counter can be an enjoyable & unintentionally entertaining space. It's great for a more casual vibe, as you get to see some of the kitchen workers put together some of their signature dishes. In many ways, Bestia seems like a microcosm of the city that it rather humbly resides within. What always catches me off-guard, is that the surrounding simple area really doesn't reflect the happening, vibrant, night-life that resides within the building's walls. You feel like you're taken so a different, very social, very bustling world. WINE: Podere 72, Poderi San Lazzaro (Marche region, central Italy) - 8.7 / 10 A very robust blend of Montepulciano & Sangiovese grapes that results in a balanced, medium bodied red wine that stands-up to heartiness of a beef ribeye steak. FOOD: Roasted Bone Marrow - 9.4/ 10 I have several friends that go here just for this particular dish. Funny enough, one can almost always tell that one is at Bestia because of the rather peculiar manner in which this dish is served. Hot, melted bone marrow is appropriately scooped out of the bone & poured onto spinach gnocchetti. It's like eating beef flavored mouth pillows of potato + spinach. It's definitely a dish that will impress whoever you are with. I can never resist ordering this whenever I am here. Oxtail alla Vaccinara - 8.9 / 10 The deep, rich maroon color of the rigatoni (thanks to beets) is a sight to behold. The pasta is firm but not too hard. It's a humble yet complex pasta dish that complements any main course. 26oz Margaret River Wagyu Ribeye - 9.4 / 10 Anybody who knows me knows that I love my ribeye. Any decent fancy restaurant does a ribeye. But no one does a ribeye quite like Bestia. The fermented mushroom cream delivers a punch of pungence not unlike a delectable dijon mustard, but to the highest of levels. This dish also makes me a believer in well-cooked onions served alongside steak. I usually like to take a home a portion of ribeye for later, but this is one of the very few instances when the steak is so good, that I can't help but finish it here. Again, the portion is more than enough to be shared. Fromage Blanc Mousse - 9.1 / 10 This seasonal dish hits all the right notes. It's the fanciest of cheesecakes, so I recommend sharing this. With its decadence, a little truly goes a long way & that's perfectly fine. The richness of the cheese is offset perfectly by the right balance of candied kumquats. A great "bite" to end on. Huge shout-out & thanks to Radu for being the nicest & most enthusiastic of servers. It's little things like him being so down to take pics of you with your party that really make me want to come back here. It the owners / management is reading this, please recognize how pivotal he is to your team. If he was working under me, I would most definitely give him a raise. Also, shout-out to Dani at the hostess stand. She is one of the most personable people. For being the first person that patrons see upon entering, she is the perfect face, attitude, & welcoming personality that the hospitality industry is in dire need of. She's a rockstar of a hostess & a pleasure to talk with. Bestia is a better place because of valuable employees like Radu & Dani. As always, come for the food. Come back for the service. I would definitely come back because of how amazing Radu & Dani are. Years after the hype, the vibe is still very much happening at Bestia.

3 stars for Ambiance. Given I was dining on a Saturday night at 8 pm. Our waiter was just okay, he…read moredidn't ask about food allergies off the bat, and it seemed very inconvenient for them to address this issue. We sat at a shared booth. We felt the booth seats shaking the entire time. We looked back at the people behind us, and they also looked at us wondering where the shaking was coming from. We had a full on conversation searching for the source. IT was like an earthquake with the seats rattling around and became really distracting. MY seatmate date and I later figured out the movement was from the party across from us. I guess all the booths are connected. It was really loud in the restaurant as expected. 3 starts for atmosphere and the vibe I got from our waiter. THe food was on point and delcious Bestia 10/10 quality for the pasta and pizza. The Peruvian scallops were forgettable. The duck was over salted. I didn't enjoy the experience sitting at the booths inside. We have never sat here before, and I will make a point to not sit there again in the future.

The people here are sooo nice and accommodating. Came here with a friend for lunch-our first time…read moreand it was great. Surprise was the happy hour menu offered. We got the nachos and the burger trio and the filet burger sandwich. It was all good esp the filet burger which had 2 big slices of steak! The trio sliders were so good and love the bun with a lot of French fries. The nachos was a big bowl too with all the fixins-guac, beans, cheese choice of chicken or ground beef! This is a neighborhood gem and I'd make it a destination place to go to too. The place has a nice bar area with tvs too Thank you Keith for the wonderful service.

First off, I'm sad to know they are closed :(…read more The last time I went there was around the holidays before the end of the year and enjoyed some good wings and a couple of drinks. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The wings and drinks themselves were super flavorful and I thought I would have more time to enjoy and come back to visit while in town. My partner also tried their burger and fries and decided to stop by the restaurant only to find out they closed a couple of months ago. It was worth the visit when we went there back in December.z The place was cute and it felt comfy.

My first time coming visiting from out of state on a recommendation. Our server, Jillian provided a…read moregreat menu selection and offered great ideas on what we should order all throughout the evening she asked what our favorites were from dinner to dessert. Highly recommend as this is certainly a favorite for service , food and atmosphere. Look up menu and you will not be disappointed... reserve ahead as this place is busy for all the reasons mentioned. And ask for Jillian as your server.

Wonderful time and outstanding food and service! Jamie is a Rockstar! Thank you, Jamie we will b…read moreback!