Absolutely delicious pasta, toasts, wine…. Great atmosphere, we felt really well taken care of! Ricotta mushroom toast is to die for, the fresh pomodoro pasta was also excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcus Smith
Food and drinks were ok.It’s just too expensive. Entrees are 40-60 plus a mandatory 20% fee before tip. After 50 minutes at our table we were asked to leave so they could seat another partyskip
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Daniel Ortega
Very beautiful place. To take your partner to celebrate an important moment in their lives. They will have a great time.
matthew rimmer
Just popped in for a beer and the guys were super
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Milan Norling
A lovely nook offering an oasis amongst the bustle of Beverly Blvd. Marvin greets its visitors with a smattering of unique wines to choose from and aroma's of food who's taste outperforms even the heavenly smells.The service was quick and attentive, with genuine insight into what dishes are most spectacular.We enjoyed the Burrata Toast and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. The Burrata Toast was a simple, yet decadent must have.Sitting at the bar was an intimate way to enjoy this lovely restaurant. I will certainly return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata
Mahmood Ibrahim
Its was a disappointment. The food was meh! It has been a good spot but not anymore! Too noisy and the dishes were either salty or just ordinary and nothing "French" about them. More like a cantina! To make matters worse the whole thing was an over-priced experience costing over 100 dollars each person with three glasses of house wine. I dont have anything to recommend except maybe for the multicolored lights on the ceiling. By the way, no coffee or tea served after the meal. They want to hustle customers out as quickly as possible!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Rachael Phillips
Marvin is a fave of mine because the burgers are similar to Ferdi burgers (IYKYK) and definitely my favorite burger in LA. Hosted my birthday dinner here with a large party last night and the staff was extremely friendly, patient, and accommodating throughout the evening and even cut and served the birthday cake we brought with us. my friends who had never been before said they can't wait to go back for the food and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Solange Borna
So, in a nutshell, it’s a cute little place on Beverly Blvd., the food (some items) were really good including the spicy vodka sauce pasta. However, the servers were so off putting in that they had attitude like they were really doing us a favor by serving us tonight. One even went so far as saying ‘it’s not our holiday!’ after a member of our party asked if he was ok because he looked stressed. All in all, there are better places in this city to spend your money and time.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Tatiana N.
I find it interesting that this is french fry, because the menu had different variety of things that didn't necessarily seem French. It has a very simple ambience. We came on a Saturday night. The staff took their time so that could be beneficial us to depending what you're looking for with a night out with friends or a dinner before you go out somewhere. The Hamachi Crudo stands out to me as an appetizer as well as zucchini blossoms. We also got the spicy rigatoni and the cacio e pepe which was a little too peppery for me and a lamb fussili, which is good if you really like Lam, I found the flavor to not be subtle. If I were to return, I would try the hamburger or steak frites. Bottles of wine start around $100.
This I.
Excellent food (had the squash blossoms and branzino:very tasty!) and service was good --the only issue was it was quite noisy inside--difficult to carry on a conversation without yelling across the table
One of the best dinner spots in LA. House wines are a must. Ricotta toast is amazing & so is their Cesar salad. Low key vibes- always good food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toffee Date Cake, Hamachi Crudo, French Fries, Caesar Salad
Megan L.
Went here for the first time on recommendation from friends and we're not sure if we'll be back. At 6:45 on a Saturday and the place is mostly empty but fills up fairly quickly around 7:30. We got a nice little table in the back. The ambiance is interesting, empty coffee cans and Christmas lights line the ceiling with photographs scattered across the walls. At around 8pm they dimmed the lights so low that we were struggling to see each other across the table. Our server was nice and knowledgeable but spent more time walking around on his cellphone than coming by to take our order.We started with the salami burrata honey toast and the meatballs. The toast was excellent and the absolute winner of the meal. The meatballs were perfectly cooked however they had sausage that was seasoned with fennel which I really don't like but the acidity of the tomato cut back that flavor. For our entrees we got the burger and the bolognese. The burger was very tasty. The bolognese was also made with the same sausage but the fennel was so overpowering, I couldn't eat it. It tasted like a bowl of licorice. Everything was decently priced so we may give it a second chance. One thing to note, a 20% tip is automatically added to the total so make sure to double check your receipt before paying.
Natalia M.
This place has been talked about for awhile so I had to come and try it out. The toast ALONE was something that's been highly recommended so we ordered that to start, it was unreal, something I'd eat everyday if I can perfect the at home recipe lol. The zucchini blossoms were very cheesy - loved the tomato sauce on the side! We ordered some pastas for our entrees : cacio e pepe, spicy rigatoni & beef bolognese! I got the spicy rigatoni and cleared my plate. the other pastas were super good! I'd recommend them all! I didn't love the peach cobbler but my friends did! super cute intimate little spot serving up some really good food! Everything we got I'd get again and recommend - especially the toast!!! The male who helped our table was super sweet and helpful, we had a female waitress who was a bit rude to our table but whatever, the guy made up for it! Deducted a star due to the 20% surcharge which isn't the tip, that shocked us considering we already spent $240 on food/drinks, got that 20% surcharge & then we also had to tip 20%, so basically you're paying 40% extra on the tab.... Didn't love that at all.
Ramy H.
Solid food, little inconsistent, tables very close together. Food:The food is really nice. I've been there twice now and I'll say the steak was a bit inconsistent. Medium rare wasn't prepared the same each time and the second time was a bit more tough than the first. Minor inconvenience. Fries and dipping aioli were great though. Meatballs were a nice portion and very flavorful. I'll say my favorite dish was the salami honey & burrata cheese toast. Very nice mix of flavors. FYI I'm terms of alcohol: wine only. Service:Service was okay. They were friendly but didn't check in enough so I was left without water a couple times . Ambience: imo a bit bland. Tables are very close together so if you like eaves dropping, it's perfect :). There are a ton of cans hanging from the air which I can only assume will make the restaurant LOUD when busy. All in all I'd return and dine here again. One more time at least to test the consistency again.
Shannon N.
I finally had some time to check out Marvin!Even though I was somewhat wary due to the reviews on poor service, I have to say it wasn't that bad. There was one guy completely void of personality, but he wasn't rude by any means. After narrowing it down to pastas, I decided to try their Cacio e Pepe and as soon as the dish was put in front of me, I knew I made the correct choice. This was really good! The pepper was a little strong (which I hear is a good thing) but besides that, the flavor was excellent. When I asked for bread, the bartender was nice in letting me know it would be an additional charge, or she could just throw some together at no charge (minus the butter, etc.); this rustic bread was perfectly toasted and there was plenty of it. I would love to try any of their rigatoni pastas on a future visit, especially the spicy vodka version. There were quite a few surrounding parties ordering this, so I know it must be a good one. The only downfall is that 20% service charge; you're already paying an extra amount on top of the actual gratuity, which I'm sure a lot of people overlook. Nevertheless, the food here was enjoyable for sure.
Absolutely delicious pasta, toasts, wine…. Great atmosphere, we felt really well taken care of! Ricotta mushroom toast is to die for, the fresh pomodoro pasta was also excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and drinks were ok.It’s just too expensive. Entrees are 40-60 plus a mandatory 20% fee before tip. After 50 minutes at our table we were asked to leave so they could seat another partyskip
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Very beautiful place. To take your partner to celebrate an important moment in their lives. They will have a great time.
Just popped in for a beer and the guys were super
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A lovely nook offering an oasis amongst the bustle of Beverly Blvd. Marvin greets its visitors with a smattering of unique wines to choose from and aroma's of food who's taste outperforms even the heavenly smells.The service was quick and attentive, with genuine insight into what dishes are most spectacular.We enjoyed the Burrata Toast and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni. The Burrata Toast was a simple, yet decadent must have.Sitting at the bar was an intimate way to enjoy this lovely restaurant. I will certainly return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata
Its was a disappointment. The food was meh! It has been a good spot but not anymore! Too noisy and the dishes were either salty or just ordinary and nothing "French" about them. More like a cantina! To make matters worse the whole thing was an over-priced experience costing over 100 dollars each person with three glasses of house wine. I dont have anything to recommend except maybe for the multicolored lights on the ceiling. By the way, no coffee or tea served after the meal. They want to hustle customers out as quickly as possible!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Marvin is a fave of mine because the burgers are similar to Ferdi burgers (IYKYK) and definitely my favorite burger in LA. Hosted my birthday dinner here with a large party last night and the staff was extremely friendly, patient, and accommodating throughout the evening and even cut and served the birthday cake we brought with us. my friends who had never been before said they can't wait to go back for the food and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So, in a nutshell, it’s a cute little place on Beverly Blvd., the food (some items) were really good including the spicy vodka sauce pasta. However, the servers were so off putting in that they had attitude like they were really doing us a favor by serving us tonight. One even went so far as saying ‘it’s not our holiday!’ after a member of our party asked if he was ok because he looked stressed. All in all, there are better places in this city to spend your money and time.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
I find it interesting that this is french fry, because the menu had different variety of things that didn't necessarily seem French. It has a very simple ambience. We came on a Saturday night. The staff took their time so that could be beneficial us to depending what you're looking for with a night out with friends or a dinner before you go out somewhere. The Hamachi Crudo stands out to me as an appetizer as well as zucchini blossoms. We also got the spicy rigatoni and the cacio e pepe which was a little too peppery for me and a lamb fussili, which is good if you really like Lam, I found the flavor to not be subtle. If I were to return, I would try the hamburger or steak frites. Bottles of wine start around $100.
Excellent food (had the squash blossoms and branzino:very tasty!) and service was good --the only issue was it was quite noisy inside--difficult to carry on a conversation without yelling across the table
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the best dinner spots in LA. House wines are a must. Ricotta toast is amazing & so is their Cesar salad. Low key vibes- always good food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Toffee Date Cake, Hamachi Crudo, French Fries, Caesar Salad
Went here for the first time on recommendation from friends and we're not sure if we'll be back. At 6:45 on a Saturday and the place is mostly empty but fills up fairly quickly around 7:30. We got a nice little table in the back. The ambiance is interesting, empty coffee cans and Christmas lights line the ceiling with photographs scattered across the walls. At around 8pm they dimmed the lights so low that we were struggling to see each other across the table. Our server was nice and knowledgeable but spent more time walking around on his cellphone than coming by to take our order.We started with the salami burrata honey toast and the meatballs. The toast was excellent and the absolute winner of the meal. The meatballs were perfectly cooked however they had sausage that was seasoned with fennel which I really don't like but the acidity of the tomato cut back that flavor. For our entrees we got the burger and the bolognese. The burger was very tasty. The bolognese was also made with the same sausage but the fennel was so overpowering, I couldn't eat it. It tasted like a bowl of licorice. Everything was decently priced so we may give it a second chance. One thing to note, a 20% tip is automatically added to the total so make sure to double check your receipt before paying.
This place has been talked about for awhile so I had to come and try it out. The toast ALONE was something that's been highly recommended so we ordered that to start, it was unreal, something I'd eat everyday if I can perfect the at home recipe lol. The zucchini blossoms were very cheesy - loved the tomato sauce on the side! We ordered some pastas for our entrees : cacio e pepe, spicy rigatoni & beef bolognese! I got the spicy rigatoni and cleared my plate. the other pastas were super good! I'd recommend them all! I didn't love the peach cobbler but my friends did! super cute intimate little spot serving up some really good food! Everything we got I'd get again and recommend - especially the toast!!! The male who helped our table was super sweet and helpful, we had a female waitress who was a bit rude to our table but whatever, the guy made up for it! Deducted a star due to the 20% surcharge which isn't the tip, that shocked us considering we already spent $240 on food/drinks, got that 20% surcharge & then we also had to tip 20%, so basically you're paying 40% extra on the tab.... Didn't love that at all.
Solid food, little inconsistent, tables very close together. Food:The food is really nice. I've been there twice now and I'll say the steak was a bit inconsistent. Medium rare wasn't prepared the same each time and the second time was a bit more tough than the first. Minor inconvenience. Fries and dipping aioli were great though. Meatballs were a nice portion and very flavorful. I'll say my favorite dish was the salami honey & burrata cheese toast. Very nice mix of flavors. FYI I'm terms of alcohol: wine only. Service:Service was okay. They were friendly but didn't check in enough so I was left without water a couple times . Ambience: imo a bit bland. Tables are very close together so if you like eaves dropping, it's perfect :). There are a ton of cans hanging from the air which I can only assume will make the restaurant LOUD when busy. All in all I'd return and dine here again. One more time at least to test the consistency again.
I finally had some time to check out Marvin!Even though I was somewhat wary due to the reviews on poor service, I have to say it wasn't that bad. There was one guy completely void of personality, but he wasn't rude by any means. After narrowing it down to pastas, I decided to try their Cacio e Pepe and as soon as the dish was put in front of me, I knew I made the correct choice. This was really good! The pepper was a little strong (which I hear is a good thing) but besides that, the flavor was excellent. When I asked for bread, the bartender was nice in letting me know it would be an additional charge, or she could just throw some together at no charge (minus the butter, etc.); this rustic bread was perfectly toasted and there was plenty of it. I would love to try any of their rigatoni pastas on a future visit, especially the spicy vodka version. There were quite a few surrounding parties ordering this, so I know it must be a good one. The only downfall is that 20% service charge; you're already paying an extra amount on top of the actual gratuity, which I'm sure a lot of people overlook. Nevertheless, the food here was enjoyable for sure.