The food is not good but it's expensive should be good right ?
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jayne
Only recommend their basic vegetarian dishes. The chefs' confidence and pitch did not meet my expectations, and the add-ons were rather quite basic. My partner and I tried one full course without add-ons and one with all the add-ons, but we both much preferred the vegetarian options.
Few comments.. They will not take the initiative to explain the menu unless you paid for the extra. For the course four and five they basically used the same sauce. Regarding wine, unless you do a pairing, they will choose a bottle for you to try, but without much description and will simply ask you to say yes or no to it, which felt a bit odd. I left with mixed feelings. I’ve dined at many michelin but never felt like I wanted to leave a review before. Also will have to wait like 15-20mins to be seated from your reservation time without much explanation again.. And was also confused why they were playing kpop half the time. Maybe cuz its in ktown?
I think you will enjoy it if you can vibe with them!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Jay
Only recommend their basic vegetarian dishes. The chefs' confidence and pitch did not meet my expectations, and the add-ons were rather quite basic. My partner and I tried one full course without add-ons and one with all the add-ons, but we both much preferred the vegetarian options.
Few comments.. They will not take the initiative to explain the menu unless you paid for the extra. For the course four and five they basically used the same sauce. Regarding wine, unless you do a pairing, they will choose a bottle for you to try, but without much description and will simply ask you to say yes or no to it, which felt a bit odd. I left with mixed feelings. I’ve dined at many michelin but never felt like I wanted to leave a review before. Also will have to wait like 15-20mins to be seated from your reservation time without much explanation again.. And was also confused why they were playing kpop half the time. Maybe cuz its in ktown?
I think you will enjoy it if you can vibe with them!
Phil Brown
Wonderful food, the corn chowder starter and the steak sauce were delicious. The risotto with truffles was exquisite. You all sit at a counter, and can watch everything the chef is doing A unique and spectacular dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lauren wood
Incredible experience! Thank you ❤️
Luke Yarbrough
Amazing culinary performance by Chef Gary Menes and assistants. Completely unlike (and arguably superior to) most fine dining experiences in its ambiance and focus. By foregrounding vegetables alongside the optional meat dishes, it's as though Menes is making a case that the veggies can hold their own. We were convinced!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Evening at Le Comptoir was a truly incredible dining experience. I commented that if I were a Michelin star chef, I can't think of a better way to share my craft than to host a small group of interested guests each night to deliver an intimate, deliberate experience. The food was fantastic, and watching Chef plate it up each course with deliberate effort and focus was really delightful. Thank you for such a fun night!
Nick
A perfect experience. We wouldn't change a thing. Every part of each dish was thoughtful, balanced, and out of this world delicious. Dining at Le Comptoir will be a memory my partner and I cherish forever.
Louis Hébras
I went there for the escargot and truffle gnocchi both are gone from the current menu. So based on staff recommendations tried soup of the day, burger and the apricot pie . The meal was descent but it was something that you can find anywhere
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Victoria Cartagena (Adore You)
Me and my fiance visiting and we stumbled upon Le Comptoir and I just can’t say enough great things about chef Craig and Allan!
The food was so amazing, delicious and the experience… don’t even get me started!!
Great company, great food, great ambiance overall.. you have to come here and try their breakfast menu .. I’m gonna recommend anyone and everyone here forever! Such a great place and impression!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sourdough Bread, Butter Poached Lobster, Brown Butter Cake
I went into Petite Comptoir on a Saturday morning on a whim, as I've lived right around the corner and had RARELY seen anyone inside. When I walked by to go to work one morning, there were people eating! I went in and got something small, a slice of Brown Butter cake. It was HEAVENLY. I've never had true butter cake, only Jeni's Gooey Butter Cake, and these two were vastly different and the same. This Butter cake was perfectly moist, with a toothsome crispier crust on the bottom from browning on the cake pan. The top was this soft, slightly subtle vanilla tasting buttery goodness and I ate it very fast. I will be coming back to try the eggs and espresso.
EDIT: went in to try an egg dish and was blown away! Soft French style scrambled egg texture, salty prosciutto, semi sweet, nutty emmentaler cheese on fried sourdough with fresh dill and chives garnished on top. A cappuccino finished off my breakfast and the whole thing was lovely! This place has definitely become my favorite place to eat on Saturday mornings when I'm home alone. Chef Gary Menes is so nice, and I love his interactions with guests.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bron Zoy
My recent visit to Le Comptoir was nothing short of magical. The restaurant's ambiance is a delightful blend of rustic charm and elegance, making you feel like you've stepped into a charming French countryside inn. The service was impeccable; the staff was attentive and gracious throughout the evening. The food, oh la la! Every dish was a masterpiece. The escargot, rich and buttery, was a true delight. The service was prompt, and our sommelier recommended the perfect wine to complement our meal. Le Comptoir is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic French experience.
Small and quaint place inside Hotel Normandie. The food was fine, expected more for how much it cost. It became a bit repetitive at some point and I was still hungry afterwards. Without any add-ons, it seemed to be a fully vegetarian menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Wonderful dining at one of the first restaurants in LA to receive a Michelin star we they came in back in 2019. Chef Gary Menes trained under great chefs through out NYC and France. The 8 course meal was phenomenal. Each course was independent and special. The flavors were amazing. Small intimate space -counter seating-so u can watch the magic. Highly recommend.
The food is not good but it's expensive should be good right ?
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Only recommend their basic vegetarian dishes. The chefs' confidence and pitch did not meet my expectations, and the add-ons were rather quite basic. My partner and I tried one full course without add-ons and one with all the add-ons, but we both much preferred the vegetarian options.
Few comments.. They will not take the initiative to explain the menu unless you paid for the extra. For the course four and five they basically used the same sauce. Regarding wine, unless you do a pairing, they will choose a bottle for you to try, but without much description and will simply ask you to say yes or no to it, which felt a bit odd. I left with mixed feelings. I’ve dined at many michelin but never felt like I wanted to leave a review before. Also will have to wait like 15-20mins to be seated from your reservation time without much explanation again.. And was also confused why they were playing kpop half the time. Maybe cuz its in ktown?
I think you will enjoy it if you can vibe with them!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Only recommend their basic vegetarian dishes. The chefs' confidence and pitch did not meet my expectations, and the add-ons were rather quite basic. My partner and I tried one full course without add-ons and one with all the add-ons, but we both much preferred the vegetarian options.
Few comments.. They will not take the initiative to explain the menu unless you paid for the extra. For the course four and five they basically used the same sauce. Regarding wine, unless you do a pairing, they will choose a bottle for you to try, but without much description and will simply ask you to say yes or no to it, which felt a bit odd. I left with mixed feelings. I’ve dined at many michelin but never felt like I wanted to leave a review before. Also will have to wait like 15-20mins to be seated from your reservation time without much explanation again.. And was also confused why they were playing kpop half the time. Maybe cuz its in ktown?
I think you will enjoy it if you can vibe with them!
Wonderful food, the corn chowder starter and the steak sauce were delicious. The risotto with truffles was exquisite. You all sit at a counter, and can watch everything the chef is doing A unique and spectacular dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible experience! Thank you ❤️
Amazing culinary performance by Chef Gary Menes and assistants. Completely unlike (and arguably superior to) most fine dining experiences in its ambiance and focus. By foregrounding vegetables alongside the optional meat dishes, it's as though Menes is making a case that the veggies can hold their own. We were convinced!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Evening at Le Comptoir was a truly incredible dining experience. I commented that if I were a Michelin star chef, I can't think of a better way to share my craft than to host a small group of interested guests each night to deliver an intimate, deliberate experience. The food was fantastic, and watching Chef plate it up each course with deliberate effort and focus was really delightful. Thank you for such a fun night!
A perfect experience. We wouldn't change a thing. Every part of each dish was thoughtful, balanced, and out of this world delicious. Dining at Le Comptoir will be a memory my partner and I cherish forever.
I went there for the escargot and truffle gnocchi both are gone from the current menu. So based on staff recommendations tried soup of the day, burger and the apricot pie . The meal was descent but it was something that you can find anywhere
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Me and my fiance visiting and we stumbled upon Le Comptoir and I just can’t say enough great things about chef Craig and Allan!
The food was so amazing, delicious and the experience… don’t even get me started!!
Great company, great food, great ambiance overall.. you have to come here and try their breakfast menu .. I’m gonna recommend anyone and everyone here forever! Such a great place and impression!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sourdough Bread, Butter Poached Lobster, Brown Butter Cake
Restaurantji Recommends
I went into Petite Comptoir on a Saturday morning on a whim, as I've lived right around the corner and had RARELY seen anyone inside. When I walked by to go to work one morning, there were people eating! I went in and got something small, a slice of Brown Butter cake. It was HEAVENLY. I've never had true butter cake, only Jeni's Gooey Butter Cake, and these two were vastly different and the same. This Butter cake was perfectly moist, with a toothsome crispier crust on the bottom from browning on the cake pan. The top was this soft, slightly subtle vanilla tasting buttery goodness and I ate it very fast. I will be coming back to try the eggs and espresso.
EDIT: went in to try an egg dish and was blown away! Soft French style scrambled egg texture, salty prosciutto, semi sweet, nutty emmentaler cheese on fried sourdough with fresh dill and chives garnished on top. A cappuccino finished off my breakfast and the whole thing was lovely! This place has definitely become my favorite place to eat on Saturday mornings when I'm home alone. Chef Gary Menes is so nice, and I love his interactions with guests.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My recent visit to Le Comptoir was nothing short of magical. The restaurant's ambiance is a delightful blend of rustic charm and elegance, making you feel like you've stepped into a charming French countryside inn. The service was impeccable; the staff was attentive and gracious throughout the evening. The food, oh la la! Every dish was a masterpiece. The escargot, rich and buttery, was a true delight. The service was prompt, and our sommelier recommended the perfect wine to complement our meal. Le Comptoir is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic French experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sourdough Bread, Tagliollini Black Winter Truffles, Butter Poached Lobster
Small and quaint place inside Hotel Normandie. The food was fine, expected more for how much it cost. It became a bit repetitive at some point and I was still hungry afterwards. Without any add-ons, it seemed to be a fully vegetarian menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Wonderful dining at one of the first restaurants in LA to receive a Michelin star we they came in back in 2019. Chef Gary Menes trained under great chefs through out NYC and France. The 8 course meal was phenomenal. Each course was independent and special. The flavors were amazing. Small intimate space -counter seating-so u can watch the magic. Highly recommend.
Delicious, fun, intimate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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