Vespertine
3599 Hayden Ave, Culver City
(323) 320-4023
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Pictures show the wine pairing selection. We did upcharge the wine and truffles. Cost is high, but is expected for a reservation only dining experience. As others stated the overall is great but if you are a foodie connoisseur you'll be slightly disappointed with the flavor of some of the dishes. The staff is beyond amazing with the professionalism and memorized stories to tell. Staff accommodated us as we had an issue before we began.. I mean what place has a pillow and blanket when you don't feel well? Plus they refunded for 1 guest and we didn't ask.. Just was in the bank a few days later. Also they have to go boxes if you can't finish. Great job staff.. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amazing gastronomical experience with attentive and friendly service. From the architecture to the food, an unforgettable dining journey. Its art meets food without sacrificing the taste and culinary experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fine dining in special architecture building but the dining area is cramped and you can overhear each other’s conversation and voices often overlap when they explain their menu..
Food is quite unique and exquisite and service is amazing!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's really an experience worth the price 😌 its not super overwhelming and the full course was nicely spaced with small portions so that you can enjoy all of them. Wonderful experience over all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The kitchen had an issue with smoke which more or less fumigated the top floor. It was an acrid, oily smoke. It didn’t seem to be part of intended experience. It ended up being a massive distraction from the overall experience. While funny, it’s pretty absurd no matter how you look at it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
All the cooking shows I’ve seen could not have prepared my husband and I for the many surprises of this early winter feast. The dishes mix fantasy and industry much like the architecture, itself. The flavors really evoke the locations that the servers carefully describe. In a word, elemental. We recommend the housemade non-alcoholic pairing and an order of the uni sherry dessert.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vespertine is not a restaurant—it’s an experience. Magical, transporting, and unlike anything else. I won’t spoil it with details. Just book it and experience the pinnacle of dining for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vespertine is not a restaurant—it's an experience. Magical, transporting, and unlike anything else. I won't spoil it with details. Just book it and experience the pinnacle of dining for yourself.
There are places to dine and then there are experiences that can move you to your core. Vespertine is not a restaurant but rather an experience in sight, sound, and taste. From the beginning, you are offered added features to bring your dining to another level. Might I recommend the caviar and uni adds as they are unique and worth the up charge. Also, pair the meal with one of their wine or non alcoholic juice combinations. For the food, it is fine dining and art fused together. The courses are small but you will be full when you are finished. You shouldn't come here if you want something bland and unimaginative. This takes some buy in to enjoy the meal. But if you do, you'll be rewarded with amazing tastes of caviar, quail, lamb, Japanese fish, rare shrimp, squid ink, and more. This is art and food pairing with complimentary service from staff who care about your experience. We enjoyed the meal. Iykyk. Thank you to the chef and staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with you.
Vespertine has truly earned their two Michelin stars. My husband and I enjoyed thoroughly our anniversary. From the moment we pulled our car in the parking lot, the staff ensured we had an ideal experience. I will refrain from sharing every detail as I truly will believe it is worth experiencing personally.
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WOW, what an amazing experiencea at a TWO STAR MICHELIN spot.
From the building developed by Eric Owen Moss Architects to the culinary experience by Chef Jordan Kahn.
FOOD 5/5 MENU FOR FALL 2025 BELOW
- WILD SCALLOP passionfruit, aji amarillo = GREAT OPENING DISH SUPER REFRESHING
- HIDDEN MEADOW tomato, kiwi = DIDN'T WANT TO EAT IT - SO BEAUTIFUL
- DEEP OCEAN sweet prawn, quince = THE SMELL AND PRESENTATION IS FIRE
- OBSIDIAN MIRROR smoked mussel, plum = LOOKS BEAUTIFUL IN PERSON
- AGED KINMEDAI red papaya, indian mallow
- COTURNIX QUAIL waxflower, sacred pepper = EVERYONE FAV DISH
- SOURDOUGH PORRIDGE BREAD heirloom peel-corn oats, quail fat
- SPRING LAMB yeast fudge, magnolia = NOT GAMEY AT ALL - VERY TENDER
- RED EARTH hokkaido pumpkin, strawberry, temascal
- CARAMELIZED PANCAKE lamb fat, single-malt scotch = VERY GAMEY
- ICY BIRCH parsnip, reduced milk
- LAYERS black raspberry, sheep's milk = VERY SWEET AND TART
SERVICE 5/5
Fantastic service from the entire staff from beginning to end. They don’t rush you, just the amount of attentiveness, and kindness.
AMBIENCE 5/5
Three floors to experience your captivating moments
- Top floor: Kitchen area
- Second floor: Main dining experience
- Bottom floor: Dessert and bathrooms
Yes, as others have mentioned if you don’t request the seats on the perimeter it can be awkward in the center tables. You seat further away and everyone is facing you while you dine.
PARKING 4/5
TONS of FREE parking within the perimeter since it’s an industrial area. If you feel like valeting it’s right next to the building you can’t miss it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
The experience at this restaurant excels in many respects — the atmosphere is striking, the service polished, and the presentation deeply considered. The ingredients are clearly chosen with care and of undeniably high quality.
However, the one element that fell short was the flavor itself. The dishes were pleasant, but none delivered the kind of bold, memorable impact that lingers after the meal. The tea and dessert portion downstairs, in particular, felt conceptually ambitious but ultimately missed the mark.
Overall, I appreciate the vision and craftsmanship behind the meal, yet given the price point, I wouldn’t return. The experience is beautiful — but not compelling enough, culinarily, to justify a repeat visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I really love the food here – everything is delicious and impeccably done. I’ll definitely be back. It truly was a very happy birthday. 🎂✨
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It is an experience from start to finish! Every detail is thought out. The service and food were outstanding!
Truly an exceptional experience. The food was not only beautifully plated and unique, it was a symphony of flavors perfectly paired with drinks and served impeccably by a squadron of thoughtful and knowledgable staff. Ambience is sublime and the curated soundtrack and lighting match the cuisine to a T. Well done and worth the Star and not insignificant cost.
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