Intimate medium sized steakhouse. Banquets, excellent steak, impressive wine list & attentive service. Will return when in LA
ARobs
I was disappointed by Kali Steak. The cost was was too high for what it was. We came for a good steak and surprisingly there was no filet mignon on the menu. The smallest cut was a $95 16oz ribeye and it was about 30% fat. They charged $5 for a “house made” A1. The potato was cold, dry and unexciting. The $21 cocktails were just ok... my Paloma was made with sprite. To drop $300 (for 2) on a so-so meal was not the move. The ambiance was a bit odd too... very sterile as in blank grey walls and quiet music...low energy. The server was unfriendly and hurried, borderline annoyed. The sommelier was great even though we didn't even have wine. There are other much better steakhouses in the vicinity that justify the price tag. I won't be back here.
Suzanne
Kali has great old-style steakhouse ambience to go with its classic steakhouse menu. The noise level was extremely high due to a 10-person birthday party at a table near us, but I can't blame the restaurant for that. Besides the excellent ribeye, perfectly cooked, the accompanying sauces were especially delicious. The Parker House rolls with salted rosemary butter were also outstanding. The only disappointment was dessert. A decadently rich chocolate “parfait” was marred by hard ladyfingers inserted into the mousse, and the key lime pie was more gel-like than creamy.
Lauren Lauren
When you visit here for the first time, it’s a bit hard to find the front door because there isn’t a big sign outside. However, once you go inside, the atmosphere is completely different — it’s dark but has a really nice vibe. The food is amazing and creative. I'm highly recommend desert for Meringue Gelato which was cream and not too sweet that can't taste white eggs meringue. For dessert, the Meringue Gelato is a must-try—creamy, subtly sweet, and with meringue so light you won’t taste the egg whites at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James
This is a wonderful restaurant with great ambience and excellent food. But it is crazy expensive. And they add a 5% restaurant staff charge without telling you in advance. Also, often they do not answer their phone, and you cannot leave a message.
Tony
The drink was excellent, the steak was prepared perfectly, the environment was very loud from the bar, the service was slow and a few items were forgotten when we ordered them. Overall, left under impressed as I was expecting something much more intimate and service on point for the price of the menu.
Jean
The food is excellent, and great value. The beef, in particular, is of excellent quality,but reasonably priced.
Emily Rubenstein
Kali nails the reimagined steakhouse in all the best ways. Killer classic cocktails, a warm neighborhood vibe, and delicious, beautiful dishes. I got the baseball steak, which was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Someone in our group ordered the pork chop, one of the best pork chops I’ve ever tried.
We came for their World Series setup and had such a great time. We loved the creative, high-quality, festive bites (like the clever Ohtani dog, pigs-in-a-blanket-style snack with nori and miso mustard) instead of sports-bar junk, and in an upscale environment.
Dessert was a total standout. The crème brûlée was textbook perfect, and the chocolate parfait hit every note.
Chef Kevin chatted with us and couldn’t have been warmer or more welcoming, and the entire staff matched that energy. Kali has the elevated food and cocktails of a fine-dining spot but the heart and ease of a true neighborhood gem. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christine
Disappointing experience. We arrived early to an empty dining room, yet felt rushed from the moment we sat down. The waiter hovered constantly, pushed oversized steaks for two women, and barely listened to our order. Once the food came, service vanished—we had to flag him down for water and wine. Even the maître d' was curt on our way out. No surprise the place was empty.
Suzy Eastman
Just went to the new steak incarceration of Kali and it did not disappoint. The food on the new menu was as delicious as the old. And the vibe is very cool. I will definitely be back.
My favorite dishes are the scallop cake and the bone in ribeye.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robin
Wouldn't let me have a burger at the main dining table. It felt strange there as if it had t yet been finished being developed.
Ryan
We celebrated my partner's birthday at Kali last night, and it was truly one of the best dining experiences we've had in Los Angeles. The ambience, food, and service were all outstanding. Too often in LA, restaurants look incredible but fall short when it comes to substance, but Kali delivers on every level. From the start, Drew and Kevin, went above and beyond to help plan this special evening. They were involved every step of the way, curating a menu that perfectly fit the needs of our large group and taking so much stress off my plate. The attention to detail and genuine care made us feel completely taken care of. The entire group was impressed, and the guest of honor felt truly valued and celebrated. The quality of the food, the warmth of the service, and the thoughtful coordination from Kevin, Drew and their team made for an unforgettable night. I can't recommend Kali enough. It's a standout gem in Los Angeles dining.
Ron
The food was tasty, although not amazing. The crab on the salad was super fishy and unappealing. The shrimp were good. The steak was well seasoned and cooked properly. The smoke mushrooms were amazing. The creamed spinach was too creamy and not well seasoned. The Somm was awesome and the wine he selected tasted as described and was a great fit. Overall, it was good, not exceptional.
Intimate medium sized steakhouse. Banquets, excellent steak, impressive wine list & attentive service. Will return when in LA
I was disappointed by Kali Steak. The cost was was too high for what it was. We came for a good steak and surprisingly there was no filet mignon on the menu. The smallest cut was a $95 16oz ribeye and it was about 30% fat. They charged $5 for a “house made” A1. The potato was cold, dry and unexciting. The $21 cocktails were just ok... my Paloma was made with sprite. To drop $300 (for 2) on a so-so meal was not the move. The ambiance was a bit odd too... very sterile as in blank grey walls and quiet music...low energy. The server was unfriendly and hurried, borderline annoyed. The sommelier was great even though we didn't even have wine. There are other much better steakhouses in the vicinity that justify the price tag. I won't be back here.
Kali has great old-style steakhouse ambience to go with its classic steakhouse menu. The noise level was extremely high due to a 10-person birthday party at a table near us, but I can't blame the restaurant for that. Besides the excellent ribeye, perfectly cooked, the accompanying sauces were especially delicious. The Parker House rolls with salted rosemary butter were also outstanding. The only disappointment was dessert. A decadently rich chocolate “parfait” was marred by hard ladyfingers inserted into the mousse, and the key lime pie was more gel-like than creamy.
When you visit here for the first time, it’s a bit hard to find the front door because there isn’t a big sign outside. However, once you go inside, the atmosphere is completely different — it’s dark but has a really nice vibe.
The food is amazing and creative. I'm highly recommend desert for Meringue Gelato which was cream and not too sweet that can't taste white eggs meringue. For dessert, the Meringue Gelato is a must-try—creamy, subtly sweet, and with meringue so light you won’t taste the egg whites at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a wonderful restaurant with great ambience and excellent food. But it is crazy expensive. And they add a 5% restaurant staff charge without telling you in advance. Also, often they do not answer their phone, and you cannot leave a message.
The drink was excellent, the steak was prepared perfectly, the environment was very loud from the bar, the service was slow and a few items were forgotten when we ordered them. Overall, left under impressed as I was expecting something much more intimate and service on point for the price of the menu.
The food is excellent, and great value. The beef, in particular, is of excellent quality,but reasonably priced.
Kali nails the reimagined steakhouse in all the best ways. Killer classic cocktails, a warm neighborhood vibe, and delicious, beautiful dishes. I got the baseball steak, which was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Someone in our group ordered the pork chop, one of the best pork chops I’ve ever tried.
We came for their World Series setup and had such a great time. We loved the creative, high-quality, festive bites (like the clever Ohtani dog, pigs-in-a-blanket-style snack with nori and miso mustard) instead of sports-bar junk, and in an upscale environment.
Dessert was a total standout. The crème brûlée was textbook perfect, and the chocolate parfait hit every note.
Chef Kevin chatted with us and couldn’t have been warmer or more welcoming, and the entire staff matched that energy. Kali has the elevated food and cocktails of a fine-dining spot but the heart and ease of a true neighborhood gem. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Disappointing experience. We arrived early to an empty dining room, yet felt rushed from the moment we sat down. The waiter hovered constantly, pushed oversized steaks for two women, and barely listened to our order. Once the food came, service vanished—we had to flag him down for water and wine. Even the maître d' was curt on our way out. No surprise the place was empty.
Just went to the new steak incarceration of Kali and it did not disappoint. The food on the new menu was as delicious as the old. And the vibe is very cool. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Fabulous experience! Delicious, exquisitely prepared and presented food! Superb service! Fantastic beverages! Vintage steakhouse atmosphere. Lovely evening!
My favorite dishes are the scallop cake and the bone in ribeye.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wouldn't let me have a burger at the main dining table. It felt strange there as if it had t yet been finished being developed.
We celebrated my partner's birthday at Kali last night, and it was truly one of the best dining experiences we've had in Los Angeles. The ambience, food, and service were all outstanding. Too often in LA, restaurants look incredible but fall short when it comes to substance, but Kali delivers on every level. From the start, Drew and Kevin, went above and beyond to help plan this special evening. They were involved every step of the way, curating a menu that perfectly fit the needs of our large group and taking so much stress off my plate. The attention to detail and genuine care made us feel completely taken care of. The entire group was impressed, and the guest of honor felt truly valued and celebrated. The quality of the food, the warmth of the service, and the thoughtful coordination from Kevin, Drew and their team made for an unforgettable night. I can't recommend Kali enough. It's a standout gem in Los Angeles dining.
The food was tasty, although not amazing. The crab on the salad was super fishy and unappealing. The shrimp were good. The steak was well seasoned and cooked properly. The smoke mushrooms were amazing. The creamed spinach was too creamy and not well seasoned. The Somm was awesome and the wine he selected tasted as described and was a great fit. Overall, it was good, not exceptional.
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