My car is being fixed, I decided to take the the bus from glemdora to the train in azusa, just because!! No destination in mind, when i reached china town train station, i left the train to look around, saw the place, red neon all over the outside roof, right by the train station exist, i mean red light attracts, looked warm and cosy, dimmed lighting on the inside, i needed my phone lights to order, i found that romantic, like a dinner on the candle light! I had a friend with me so we ordered to share, escargot, beef tartar, loup de mer, and the bavette, then finished with creme Brule and chocolate mouse, everything was great, the escargot sauce with the crispy baguette bread worked so well together, I kinda appreciated it more than than the escargot itself, the beef tartar topped with egg yolk, with a side of mustard Dijon, and the super star was the citrus tasting greens that comes with it, the chef insist it's water cress but I'm not sure it is, but it's just delicious besides the argument! Citrus touch to it, reminds me of a herb we used to pick from nature back home in my village when I was a little kid, The seabass and the steak were both amazing, the steak was super tender and cooked to perfection, and the creme Brule tastes like a good creme Brule not the cheap ones you fimd on grocery shelves, homade and a gram by gram recipe by the book of a French heritage, good experience, I will visit again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bavette, Loup De Mer, Escargots, Steak Tartare
Gary Frazeur
Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Back soon
Justin
My fiancé and I stopped by Oriel last week. She tracked this place down and suggested it. I'll be the first to admit I don't typically eat French food, but I'm always willing to try something out!
It's ultimately a wine bar, but they have some damn good food and desserts! My meal was Bavette, which is the underbelly of the cow, fantastically cooked and seasoned. It came with garlic butter and mashed potatoes.
She ate the steak tartar. She loved it and said it was some of the best she's eaten. Our appetizer was the Artisanal Bread and Beurte de Baratte. Also very good.
Our desserts were awesome! We ordered the Creme Brulee and Pot de Creme au Chocolat! The Creme Brulee was the best I've ever eaten.
The service was awesome, and the waiter was friendly and helpful. He was always attentive to anything we needed.
It's worth a visit if you're near China town in Los Angeles.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese and Charcuterie, Mashed Potatoes, Frisée Aux Lardons, Steak Done Right, Charcuterie Board
Kelly Duroncelet
so good!!! so cute!! expensive but what isnt?! we came here after 10 days in paris and the food at oriel was honestly better than most of our meals there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Frisée Aux Lardons
Isabel E
Food service and atmosphere are all amazing!
M M
Cute date spot and great service. Shout out to Scott at the bar for making the night extra special!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Laura Longoria
Happily found Oriel by chance! Had planned to go elsewhere, however that place was packed & we needed to be in a calmer space., So we walked and found Oriel! So glad we did! Had some bubbly and snacks before heading to KCRW Summer Nights in Chinatown. Besides music by DJs and dancing, we thought we would grab another bite however nothing sparked interest so we returned to Oriel! Ate and drank &.were so satisfied with everything! Plus the staff are wonderful! Pleasant, informative and caring! Reminds me I need to return soon! An oasis.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cole Lupton
Killer deals on appetizers and a good beer on the side, also awesome service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Katie Antonsson
Absolutely loved this place. I can't believe we've lived in Chinatown as long as we have and never been here! The gnocchi and boeuf bourguignon were outstanding, we'll definitely be back for those. And the pot de creme! And the prices are really reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
tori holder
Food is amazing!! Happy hour wines are a steal. Our server was very nice. Will definitely be back.
Vegetarian options: The gnocchi was great, along with the salad and romesco tartine.
Delicious food, very hospitable and the waitstaff was very accommodating. Huge selection of rose, and the plating was great and filling. Pricing is high, but always worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Anna Lynch Yoga and Barre
Such a reliable spot for a quick drink, date night, or dinner with friends.
My car is being fixed, I decided to take the the bus from glemdora to the train in azusa, just because!! No destination in mind, when i reached china town train station, i left the train to look around, saw the place, red neon all over the outside roof, right by the train station exist, i mean red light attracts, looked warm and cosy, dimmed lighting on the inside, i needed my phone lights to order, i found that romantic, like a dinner on the candle light! I had a friend with me so we ordered to share, escargot, beef tartar, loup de mer, and the bavette, then finished with creme Brule and chocolate mouse, everything was great, the escargot sauce with the crispy baguette bread worked so well together, I kinda appreciated it more than than the escargot itself, the beef tartar topped with egg yolk, with a side of mustard Dijon, and the super star was the citrus tasting greens that comes with it, the chef insist it's water cress but I'm not sure it is, but it's just delicious besides the argument! Citrus touch to it, reminds me of a herb we used to pick from nature back home in my village when I was a little kid,
The seabass and the steak were both amazing, the steak was super tender and cooked to perfection, and the creme Brule tastes like a good creme Brule not the cheap ones you fimd on grocery shelves, homade and a gram by gram recipe by the book of a French heritage, good experience, I will visit again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bavette, Loup De Mer, Escargots, Steak Tartare
Great food, great atmosphere, great service. Back soon
My fiancé and I stopped by Oriel last week. She tracked this place down and suggested it. I'll be the first to admit I don't typically eat French food, but I'm always willing to try something out!
It's ultimately a wine bar, but they have some damn good food and desserts! My meal was Bavette, which is the underbelly of the cow, fantastically cooked and seasoned. It came with garlic butter and mashed potatoes.
She ate the steak tartar. She loved it and said it was some of the best she's eaten. Our appetizer was the Artisanal Bread and Beurte de Baratte. Also very good.
Our desserts were awesome! We ordered the Creme Brulee and Pot de Creme au Chocolat! The Creme Brulee was the best I've ever eaten.
The service was awesome, and the waiter was friendly and helpful. He was always attentive to anything we needed.
It's worth a visit if you're near China town in Los Angeles.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese and Charcuterie, Mashed Potatoes, Frisée Aux Lardons, Steak Done Right, Charcuterie Board
so good!!! so cute!! expensive but what isnt?! we came here after 10 days in paris and the food at oriel was honestly better than most of our meals there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Frisée Aux Lardons
Food service and atmosphere are all amazing!
Cute date spot and great service. Shout out to Scott at the bar for making the night extra special!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Happily found Oriel by chance! Had planned to go elsewhere, however that place was packed & we needed to be in a calmer space., So we walked and found Oriel! So glad we did! Had some bubbly and snacks before heading to KCRW Summer Nights in Chinatown. Besides music by DJs and dancing, we thought we would grab another bite however nothing sparked interest so we returned to Oriel! Ate and drank &.were so satisfied with everything! Plus the staff are wonderful!
Pleasant, informative and caring! Reminds me I need to return soon! An oasis.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Killer deals on appetizers and a good beer on the side, also awesome service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely loved this place. I can't believe we've lived in Chinatown as long as we have and never been here! The gnocchi and boeuf bourguignon were outstanding, we'll definitely be back for those. And the pot de creme! And the prices are really reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is amazing!! Happy hour wines are a steal. Our server was very nice. Will definitely be back.
Vegetarian options: The gnocchi was great, along with the salad and romesco tartine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bibb Salad
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I’m sorry but this place was mid at best. This cheese plate was TWENTY DOLLARS. Twenty. Look at this thing. How embarrassing.
Amazing food and wine. Also the music is my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese and Charcuterie, Bavette, Cured Olives, Duck Pate, Escargots, Bordeaux, Moules Marinières
Delicious food, very hospitable and the waitstaff was very accommodating. Huge selection of rose, and the plating was great and filling. Pricing is high, but always worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Such a reliable spot for a quick drink, date night, or dinner with friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great happy hour
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