Restaurants in Venice

“Absolutely delicious food. Chulita Bowl was fantastic, hibiscus mimosa and latte were so good. Friendly staff too! Thanks for the wonderful brunch. 🙏🧜🏽‍♀️”

“One of the best and most reliable places to eat in LA, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is consistent, delicious recipes, ingredients are high-quality, and the staff and ambiance are impeccable.”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“This place was a delight. From the moment we walked in, we were taken care of. Our waitress was amazing, the drinks were fun and unique, the food was delicious and the ambiance was 10/10.”

“Fantastic restaurant. The vibe inside is great and the space is really well built out. Their pasta is fantastic and I love their selection of different dishes. I am sometimes very picky about my pasta but they did a great job making it. I also thought the fish was very well made and the salad that comes with it was so fresh and good. Overall great experience.”

“I took my husband for Father’s Day brunch/lunch at our favorite Italian restaurant here in the Palisades and as always it did not disappoint. It never does. He loved his steak and eggs, steak was Devine and I loved my chick pea soup. Always have the panne cotta and the cherry gelato and an espresso in their delightful patio and you’ve been to Italy!”

“The food and ambience & wine selection was excellent! We will be back!”

“Our server Sean was amazing!”

“Amazing staff, fantastic food, great atmosphere. 10 out of 10 for me!”

“Excellent service great ambience ‘ they also have the amazing tequila card with a variety of tequilas . P”

“Brought some friends there to watch playoff football and a ufc fight. Ended up having the best filet mignon of my life. So tender you could slice through it with the side of your fork. Had fresh oysters from Virginia, which I was told are only $2 on Tuesday or Wednesday (have to fact check here). And probably the best thing on the menu is the bacon wrapped plantains, not a lot of food, but every bite is heaven. Wife loved her fancy drinks, but I prefer scotch.”

“a bit pricey (at least here in downey) but the food is worth it!!”

“la comida esta muy buena”

“I’ve been wanting to check this place out for years. It was absolutely worth it. The staff were warm and welcoming, and took the time to explain the wines and dishes in depth, despite an absolutely packed house.

If you have to wait for a table, consider yourself lucky. Getting to hang out with other patrons with a view of the sunset, enjoying the chatter and ambiance and cozy lighting — it was spectacular. I’ve only felt a street scene so neighborly and welcoming like this in Europe! They really do an excellent job with the outdoor eating and drinking.

The wine options are great. The dishes memorable and inventive. I know I’ll be coming back and bringing others along. Thanks for a good night, Dudley.”

“Best restaurant I've been to ever that understands and caters to Celiac, but is so good you can actually bring people who are not gluten-free and they would never know they were eating gluten-free. I was in LA for a week and ate there 3 nights. I would have gone more but they're closed on Monday and Tuesdays. The fried zucchini squash blossoms should definitely be ordered and enjoyed❣️ DPK from Plymouth, MA”

“Wow. The best place I’ve gone to in LA in YEARS. I grew up here my whole life and I’ve never felt more welcomed with warm, open arms than I have here. Leena, the owner, is the warmest girl with the best vibes EVER. Freaking epic spot with epic views and epic people. If you don’t come here, wyd?????”

“Sophia was an INCREDIBLE server, whilst the food was phenomenal she made the entire experience so special and worth every penny. Highly recommend for a special occasion or elegant but still slightly casual date night. Will definitely be coming back and hopefully with miss Sophia as our server again!”

“This place was exceptional. Tucked inside Dudley Market right along the water, it transforms into a coffee shop during the day. I walked in and there was a warm familial vibe between everyone. And a great DJ. Seems like a neighborhood staple. It was just one barista operating the shop, he opened this place four years ago and clearly cares deeply about the craft of coffee!! He was thoughtful and said the quality of beans and where/how they were sourced was important to him. He even sells the beans in vintage VHS movie tapes. The drinks were excellent. I ordered the Cafe Rico. Warm, bold, rich coffee with a hint of orange, vanilla and a thick frothy top sprinkled with cacao. Amazing. No modifications, which feels like the artistry. You drink as it’s intended. I ended up grabbing a cappuccino as well bc my first drink was so impressive and I’d heard rave reviews about this spot. I noticed online there were poor reviews about him specifically being a jerk but he was lovely to me! We had really nice conversation. Little sassy but in a fun way. Like when I ordered the cafe Rico he was like “okay be basic then”. Which I thought was funny. Will definitely be coming back. Can’t wait to try more drinks. Thanks Nicely!! xx”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“Absolutely brilliant place. Fantastic staff (Katy) who is lovely. Brilliant atmosphere and well worth visiting for a drink when in Venice”

“First time here @10am was packed to the brim. Very exciting soccer game. Seated myself into overflow and was happily hosted and waited by Kacey. Easy and delicious drinks and food. I enjoyed The energy and atmosphere. Will be back!”

“Fun place, great food/coffee , great energy without all the excessive pretentious weirdness. The most authentic and sincere business in that area.”

“Exquisite creative brunch!”

“Went to coucou with a friend to celebrate my birthday. This is on Main Street and there's parking on thr street and there's an underground parking lot on Navy with great service and a flat rate of $9/hr.

The place is small and I went around 6pm so right after happy hour so it was a bit loud but it calmed down after. There is a 3 for $33 deal that is pretty amazing for happy hour. Pretty much all the appetizers. You are allowed to pick 1 drink and 2 food items. I got the classic aperol, it had a little too much aperol for my taste but still good and refreshing.

We got the Zucchini bingets and they were tasty, cheesy. Almost like a fritter but not so much. Also got the fries as well. They were good.

I got the mussels marinere with the coconut cream sauce and honestly I love when places offer mussels in a different kind of sauce than just white wine and garlic. The toast was perfection. My friend got the grilled chicken Paillard and she liked it, came with a side of red sauce. I'll be back for the happy hour to try the apps with seafood. I didn't get w chance to since my friend doesn't eat it. They even gave me a the chocolate mousse with a candle.”

“This place is a MUST VISIT! Incredible food, stunning patio and ambiance, and the service was out of this world. Our server, Shirel, was extremely knowledgeable and made sure we were taken care of throughout the entire experience. That is what it is at Alisa - not dinner - an experience! Beautiful wine list, amazing people, fabulous service and food. Highly recommend!”

“Had a great meal! Forwent ordering potstickers in order to try the enticingly named Gang of 4 ×4 - a delicious decision! The Mao's Hometown was just-right spicy, and I'm sure they put more than $2 extra shrimp on my order. Service friendly and prompt, loved the art. I felt as though I had wandered back into college in the early '70s.”

“Delicious food and drinks!”

“Be aware of a GOOD thing…these sandwiches are HUGE!!

We had the Caprese and the Veggie and clearly we could have shared one sandwich as we ended up having half and then having the other half for dinner at home.

For five dollars extra you can upgrade and include a drink and a bag of potato chips. Very good food, the bread was fresh out of the oven and the ingredients were amazing.

Outside seating in a nice shaded patio. I definitely recommend.”

“Dinner ,breakfast coffee, staff were so friendly and welcoming”

“Best Peruvian Food ever!!!!”

“Great food. Great service. Great people watching. New favorite local.”

“The decor made you think you were on vacation. The food took your tastebuds to a whole other level of flavor! This place went above all my expectations. Everyone should try to visit @PalomaVenice”

“We were visiting from Pennsylvania and found this place. The food was absolutely incredible. Ingredients were all fresh and delicious. For such a small staff it definitely felt as though I was dining at a family member’s home. Every ingredient seemed like it was chosen with great attention. If I lived here I’d be back time and again.”

“Absolutely love this place. Staff is so friendly and attentive, as well as the managers. Sat at the bar and was served by Emma, Julian, and Adam. They were so fun, lots of laughs, and knowledgeable about the menu. Emma actually remembered my drink order from a previous visit, which was super sweet and surprising. I was also greeted by a manager, Tom, who was very friendly as well. The food, 11/10. I live for the tempura vegetables, tuna handroll, the island rock cod. The filet mignon is the most tender, tastiest filet you'll ever have. Trendy place, the ambiance is just as great as the food and service. Highly recommend for a nice bite before a flight out of LAX or a night out with friends. No notes.”

“We were just passing through Los Angeles and decided to celebrate my husband’s birthday at Wallflower on a whim. We had no reservation, but were warmly welcomed and given a lovely table beneath the disco ball, which made the evening feel even more special.

Every dish was delicious. It’s a bit on the pricey side, but the quality, atmosphere, and overall experience made it well worth it.

Thank you for turning a spontaneous stop into one of our favorite memories from LA. We’ll definitely be back.”

“The food was excellent! The service was excellent also ! Nice place”

“Buena comida 🥘 buen lugar para una buena velada”

“Highly recommended! This place is great!”

“I loved it. Everything is clean and the staff very friendly. And fist time going they help u order .”

“Best Thai food I’ve ever eaten.”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

“We had dinner reservations at 7:45. On a Friday night. We were sat immediately but at the most inhospitable table in the restaurant. They should be ashamed of themselves to put a table inline of the waitstaff that literally went past us the entire time. I've never been sat at such a terrible table in my life. Normally I would have just said I'd wait for another table but my daughter was really hungry. In addition to that, they were incessantly grabbing plates off our table when I was still literally eating my food. I had to stop them several times. And then they came with the machine in hand to ask if I wanted anything g else and then proceeded to give me the bill. I didn't ask for the bill but they decided when I needed to get it. Mind you, there were no more people waiting for tables so the rush to move us off of our table was unfounded. Every table around us were still sitting and enjoying each others company except for us. I am more than livid at the waitstaff's pushiness and they need to be trained better.”

“I worked at the Hollywood location in 2010. Its probably the best BBQ I ever tasted and glad I was a part of!”

“What a lovely experience. The staff was really helpful, service was outstanding and the food was excellent. The sashimi salad amd waygu dumplings and the tiger king roll was perfect for the two of us. We will definitely return.”

“We found this place by of chance needing to use the bathroom whilst walking around Venice and what a great find. Staff are lovely and welcoming and attended to us well. The place was very clean and the food was just right and so tasty. I will be returning when I visit again.”

“Love the smooth yet strong cortado!👍👍”

“Goat Cheese and Black Olives ice cream was delicious. The service was exceptional and the customer service provided by EVERY SINGLE ONE of their ice cream parlor workers was outstanding. You wont go wrong visiting the Abbot Kinney location.”

“HUGE SHOUTOUT TO VICTORIA!!!!! What a wonderful experience. I came here on a date night with my husband and this was the perfect night away from the kids. We had the carrot hummus, the meatballs and the artichoke appetizer along with a stellar bottle of wine. Will be coming back. Thank you Victoria for wonderful service.”

“Tried it yesterday. Stopped for a coffee and stayed for the outdoor seating. The cappuccino was excellent!”

“The lamb bowl with tzatziki and quinoa was fabulous! And the beef bowl was also nice. Baklava 10/10
Also, the girl at the cash register was super nice and helpful. Service was great!”

“The food and environment!”

“One of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had in my life! 🍝 Everything was absolutely delicious, from the pasta itself to the sauce and the overall flavors. You can really taste the quality and passion behind the food. If you love authentic, high-quality pasta, Fabio’s Pasta is definitely a must-try in LA.”

“Delicious sandwiches! Beat the line and go early”

“Great experience overall. The food was fresh and delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was really enjoyable. Everything was well prepared and we had a great time. Definitely worth visiting.”

“Best spot in Venice for fish tacos & good energy. Never have I ever had fish tacos served this way! Beautiful presentation and YUM. Great chips. Fresh guac. Outdoor seating. Family owned & run and they are so kind and attentive. Will be back again soon.”

“Great ambiance! Food was spectacular! Definitely would come back next time I’m in the LA area.”

“10/10 every visit. I’m addicted to the gringo tacos with the habanero sauce. It’s a spiritual experience to see how much I can handle. The people are great. It’s a low key and clean environment. And you may expect some more riff raff coming directly off Lincoln, but you wouldn’t know just hanging out in the back. Plus they have a great little parking lot.”

“I love the Waterfront. Great food and service, bogo happy hour, nice people and chill vibe”

“Everything about this place I love. Great pizza as you can tell.”

“the empanadas are exquisite. you have to try them to understand. this some homemade Argentina style 😋 deliciousness. Rico is a show to say the least. I will definitely stop by just to grab some more empanadas. my highlight of the boardwalk. like Rico says they're 🔥 fire.”

“Beef, chicken, and shrimp. ALL AMAZING. Made on the spot. Right by the beach. Master gave me 3 options of hot sauce - I was able to endure the pain of the spiciest one which wasn’t too bad. I’m drooling all over my couch thinking of these tacos. Highly recommended and I’m definitely coming back next time I’m in LA. Gracias.!!!”

“Great windward punch & oatmilk cappuccino”

“Came across the on a walk back from Venice Beach. Highly recommend.”

“Absolutely outstanding - the best burrito I’ve ever had!

The burritos are incredible value at just $10 USD, and the portion size is enormous. One burrito is easily enough to feed two people.

What truly made this place special, though, was the service. The owner and staff were incredibly warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. Their hospitality was unmatched.

A huge thank you - I can’t recommend this place highly enough! Come to Australia next 🇦🇺”

“Super cool 😎 Great place for drinks with friends, cool vibe and crowd”

“since 1973. the best, the greatest,anytime of day, night, after midnite”

“Excellent service and Food. It was Dine LA so we ordered that menu and the food was coursed out. Absolutely superb! What a great way to sample the chef’s specialties. Our waiter was the best!!!! Looking forward to dining again.”

“Saw this lonchería as I was driving by and I’m glad I decided to stop. The food is very reasonably priced. I spent less than $12 for a full meal. The taste of the food is very authentic Mexican food, with the beans being “de la olla.” I really like that they provide you with condiments, like salsa, lemon, chiles, and cucumber. If you are nearby, give this place a shot, I don’t think you’ll regret it.”

“Lovely outdoor seating and dog friendly 🐕
Food was delicious for the most part with reasonable prices and we'll be back. That said, the fried chicken on the sandwich was pretty disappointing, kind of low quality and gristly which put off the rest of the good flavor.”

“This location is Amazing! Consistently excellent food and service. The Abbot Kinney team is always friendly, helpful and fun :) I am a Venice local and this location is one of my best habits.”

“Best Thai in town 🤩

The food is amazing, and the staff is super friendly. I’ve tried A LOT of Thai restaurants in LA, and this is by far my favorite.

My recommendations: the green curry, the papaya salad, and of course, the mango sticky rice. 🤤
So happy to have Wirin in the neighborhood”

“Must eat authentic street tacos in LA. We went on a Friday night and there was a long line but it moved fast. For two people, we ordered 4 al pastor, 2 cabeza (head), and 1 lengua (tongue) - all were amazing. Plus the toppings (onion, cilantro, lime, pickled veggies, radish, and salsa) are all self-serve so you can load up. Watch out because one of the salsas is tasty but painfully spicy 🥵 😅.

Definitely eat them fresh on the spot, it makes a huge difference.

Also, no need for cash! They take credit card.”

“En general todo está bueno, en lo personal el café👍”

“Cracking little bar… fantastic customer service and such a warm welcome.”

“As Biggie Smalls said, LA is a great place to visit, but intelligentsia coffee on Venice Beach is the one spot in LA that I lean back on. Exceptional coffee options.”

“Food is Amazing and Staff treats you like family. Been goung here since 1996 . My Favorite is the Chicken Enchildas with Hreen Sauce.”

“Best pizza in LA, come at me. Crust is perfection, almost that of a bagel. The only qualm I have here is with their marketing team, because this place should be blowing up. It’s the perfect slice.”

“Tried it yesterday. Stopped for a coffee and stayed for the outdoor seating. The cappuccino was excellent!”

“Bootleg Tacos never misses! Every time we visit LA, we stop by. This past visit we stopped by twice. Food is great, pricing is great, and they are very consistent.”

“i eat here twice a week at least, i’m hooked on the street tacos & street corn 🤩 customer service is always great as well”

“Perfect for a night out, very busy great atmosphere. Drinks were a bit expensive and there's not much of a selection on tap but can't complain it's not the UK.”

“The matcha is incredible. Got a strawberry matcha latte and a banana peanut butter shake, both I would get again. Workers were also super nice and gave us free pastries. Ambience is very nice and relaxing to chill in.”

“🥙☕️💜I am an avid taco lover. We had never been to this adorable Taco Restaurant in Venice Beach before.
The first thing I noticed was how clean it was.
I was now anxious to have my fave food in life - beef tacos! THEY WERE out of this world.
Our entire family enjoyed the food & a quaint ambience. The Coffee is excellent as well.
I give this “Young Kid Shop”’ 5 stars! Because, if it is not on the Menu, I would bet my life Miss NADIA would not only make it, it would be absolutely delicious!
It is the cutest little beach taco shop on the boardwalk in Venice Beach. Check it out.
💟🥙🏖️”

“Friendly. Very friendly.
Smoothies and bowls and fruit and breakfast.

The quality and the value.
Funny but I like everything on the menu.
Breakfast sandwich. Yep that too”

“Delicious food being served here. Great customer service as well, super friendly staff. I discovered one of my favorite drinks here, its a pineapple and cucumber drink.”

“My family and I have been coming here my entire life and they always hit the spot! Wonderful char flavor and delicious teriyaki sauce!! Generous portions and friendly customer service!!”

“Love this shop. The Persian inspired art is really cool, and the music is always chill (although a little too loud if you're trying to read or chat). The upstairs area is super cozy too. I haven't seen this place get too busy, probably because there are so many other coffee shops in the neighborhood. The staff is always cool and welcoming.

Honestly I'd probably frequent this place more if the music upstairs wasn't too loud to read/work. Probably could be fixed with just some sound absorption panels on the walls across from each couch.
Sorry, I tend to focus on critiquing specific things when I feel like they're so close to being perfect 😂 I could literally just bring earplugs.”

“No major critiques. Felt a bit mass-produced and undifferentiated. I probably won't go back, but it's about as expected and you won't be disappointed if you find yourself there.
- Vanilla latte 4/5
- Oat latte 4/5
- Sour cream coffee cake 5/5
- Chocolate chip cookie 5/5”

“Esta exelente ese pollo no se xk esta diferente jugoso grujiente delicicioso”

“chill spot for friendly conversation.”

“Just bad food. Had crab cakes, 3 salads and burger. None noteworthy. Everything else ok .”

“I took my husband for Father’s Day brunch/lunch at our favorite Italian restaurant here in the Palisades and as always it did not disappoint. It never does. He loved his steak and eggs, steak was Devine and I loved my chick pea soup. Always have the panne cotta and the cherry gelato and an espresso in their delightful patio and you’ve been to Italy!”

“Had an outstanding night watching Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express at the Venice West. Venice West is an intimate venue with a perfect layout for live performances. Dinner was enjoyable and the staff was helpful and friendly. Now for the main event... Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express put on a heck of show. The band was tight and rocked the house. Every song was a hit and our group was blown away. Thanks for making great music! Looking forward to returning again for another memorable evening of great music and food.”

“We found this place by of chance needing to use the bathroom whilst walking around Venice and what a great find. Staff are lovely and welcoming and attended to us well. The place was very clean and the food was just right and so tasty. I will be returning when I visit again.”

“Super déco et très bonne nourriture . Un vrai régal . On a adoré”

“Great experience overall. The food was fresh and delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was really enjoyable. Everything was well prepared and we had a great time. Definitely worth visiting.”

“Wonderful atmosphere! My favorite place for breakfast. Staff are amazing and so friendly. They make you feel right at home!”

“What a lovely experience. The staff was really helpful, service was outstanding and the food was excellent. The sashimi salad amd waygu dumplings and the tiger king roll was perfect for the two of us. We will definitely return.”

“Hands down my favorite restaurant! 🥰”

“Been coming here for years, great spot to people watch, grab a cocktail, and enjoy beach eats.”

“Great ambiance! Food was spectacular! Definitely would come back next time I’m in the LA area.”

“Excellent service and Food. It was Dine LA so we ordered that menu and the food was coursed out. Absolutely superb! What a great way to sample the chef’s specialties. Our waiter was the best!!!! Looking forward to dining again.”

“One of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had in my life! 🍝 Everything was absolutely delicious, from the pasta itself to the sauce and the overall flavors. You can really taste the quality and passion behind the food. If you love authentic, high-quality pasta, Fabio’s Pasta is definitely a must-try in LA.”

“Be aware of a GOOD thing…these sandwiches are HUGE!!

We had the Caprese and the Veggie and clearly we could have shared one sandwich as we ended up having half and then having the other half for dinner at home.

For five dollars extra you can upgrade and include a drink and a bag of potato chips. Very good food, the bread was fresh out of the oven and the ingredients were amazing.

Outside seating in a nice shaded patio. I definitely recommend.”

“a bit pricey (at least here in downey) but the food is worth it!!”

“Everything about this place I love. Great pizza as you can tell.”

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING”

“Service and food were awesome late at night. Lots of homeless right outside. One came in and stood over us as we opened our pizza box. Felt so bad and not a good feeling right when you are about to eat.”

“Last night we were looking for food and it got late. We found this place on the Venice beach and is open till 3am. We decided to try it and it was absolutely AMAZING !! The lady working last night was very nice, great customer service. Food was hot, fast, & fresh. I will be thinking about this burger for a very long time and I will definitely eat here every time im back in Venice.”

“Fantastic Korean food I brought a group of guys for a bachelor party here because many of us like high-quality street food and are more interested in the food than the atmosphere. It was perfect. A couple of the guys, who have lived abroad in Asia, said the spicy pork tacos were phenomenal. I loved the Bulgogi bowl. The service was great too! I sent a text to the owner the day before to see if they would be open the next day and because I mentioned it was for a bachelor party they made sure there was a large table set up for us in the shade. Even the little space on the sidewalk was fun. I highly recommend!”

“Highly recommend stopping here for a quick bite! Not only was the food mouth watering, fresh, and delicious the coffee was also 10/10. This was also the absolute best customer service we experienced during our one week stay in LA!”

“Had dinner here yesterday with my Mum and this place certainly ticked all the right boxes, if you’re looking for a healthy spot along the Venice beach broadwalk this is the place to go. The food was so fresh, clean and tasty and the portions perfect. Thanks to the wonderful owner for a great meal it was a pleasure to meet you and taste your lovely food. We had the Ceviche bowl and Asian Bowl. Highly recommend.”

“This place is outside of Whole Foods and there are a bunch of other yummy food. But ai felt really lucky to have decided to eat here! So good!!! Chicken shawarma is a must try!!! Ayran too!!!”

“While strolling along Venice Beach Boulevard looking for a place to have a late breakfast, I came across Teddy’s Red Tacos. My original plan was to just try one taco there and then continue somewhere else for the rest of my breakfast — but that plan quickly changed.

The lady working there was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain the different tacos and ingredients. I asked for a taco without spicy ingredients, which was easily accommodated, and it tasted amazing.

After that first taco, it immediately tasted like more. Instead of continuing my search for breakfast elsewhere, I ended up ordering several more items and had my full late breakfast there. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and honestly turned into one of the best late breakfasts/lunches I could have hoped for that day.

The place itself doesn’t really have dine-in seating, but there is a terrace seating area right in front that can be used by customers from the surrounding restaurants, which worked perfectly. I even brought my laptop and ended up working there for some time while enjoying my lunch.

I also noticed the place didn’t yet have its own Google Maps listing. Since I enjoyed it so much, I decided to add the listing myself so more people can discover this spot.

Not sure if I’d personally go there for a very early breakfast, but for a late breakfast or lunch, this place is absolutely worth visiting.”

“I visited Lit Burritos while vacationing from Atlanta. The food is amazing. The food was soo good I had to visit a second time during my vacation. I had the Shrimp Lit Tacos and they were fantastic. I would highly recommend you visit Lit Burritos if you are in LA at Venice Beach.”

“I took the risk yesterday and went to pop-up BBQ joint APL. They were working out of a restaurant in Marina Del Rey, so I thought reluctantly to give them a shot. I knew they were expensive and likely not the “traditional” BBQ quality that I grew up with in L.A. I’d seen on social media that APL Barbecue almost always sold out, so I arrived 2 hours early. No one was in sight. I thought I’d gone to the wrong location. I looked around and saw 5 large pallets of fire wood stacked up in the rear of the building. Had to be for the smokers I thought. This must be the right place. I was just super early. About 30 minutes later I noticed 4 pillars of smoke coming up from behind the hedges in the patio area. I failed to look there before and walked over to find 4 large BBQ smokers at work. They were being attended by an African American gentleman. He seemed to know what he was doing. I started feeling a bit better on the potential quality of APL’s BBQ upon seeing this brutha handling the cooking. This was my opportunity to maybe find out the truth about APL’s suitability to my discerning taste buds. I walked over to him and said, “Bruh, lemme holla at you a minute. I’m new to APL and want to get your read on the BBQ. You know that there’s a difference between what some people call good BBQ, and what you or me might consider good Q.” He gave me a wry smile and a knowing nod. I knew he understood what I was cryptically saying. He asked about my regional knowledge of BBQ, from which I explained my preferences for North Carolina, and Texas styles of Q. He said it was more like Texan BBQ, which happens to be my favorite. He said that APL was the “real deal”. I was feeling good and hungry now. They opened the doors at 12:30 pm. A kid started passing out cornbread samples. I happily took one. I’m as critical of the sides as I am with my Q. Cornbread is rarely great and mostly just ok of from most BBQ joints. I took a bite. It was moist and very good with a honey taste but not too sweet. Kind of a cornbread-cake combo. Another very good sign! When I got to the front of the order line, the Bruh offered me a sample of the pork ribs. I took a bite. It was spot on. Had a nice light tug but was very tender and easy to pull off the bone. I couldn’t ID the flavor profile, but liked it a lot. I ended up buying 1 beef rib bone, 1 rack of pork ribs, and some cornbread for a total cost of $150. More than enough for 2 people for a couple of days or so. The beef rib was the best I’d ever had. Tasted more like a very good brisket. The pickle relish was outstanding. I wish I could buy it in a store or better yet get the recipe. Needless to say as a BBQ skeptic and traditionalist, that APL is real and highly recommended even with their high prices. I’m told they will be back in MDR at the same spot next weekend. It’s located Washington Bl. & Abbot Kinney. Go on Sunday when they will also sell smoked cowboy ribeye steaks. I’m told the rack of lamb is also outstanding. Before I walked away with my heavy bag of Q, I saw the the brutha I’d spoken to earlier chopping up some meat. It was loud and crowded in the restaurant. I spoke loudly in a manner I knew would get his attention and said, “Bruh! You were right. Thanks!” He smiled and responded back with the “brutha nod”.”

“I been waiting for a long time for this moment love shave ice I just tasted it is delicious:)”

“Good service, casual atmosphere. We had brunch. Brunch special is $20, including one brunch option (a variety of egg and other breakfast dishes) and a brunch cocktail. The regular menu was offered as well. The potatoes and tzatziki was delicious. Valet parking is $10.”

“I had an excellent cortado at Flo Coffee Bar. I was recommended this spot by Jack from Endorffeine, and it absolutely lived up to the recommendation. The service was warm, friendly, and welcoming.

The cortado was technically outstanding. The temperature was spot on, allowing the coffee to be enjoyed immediately without losing any sweetness or balance. The microfoam was silky and perfectly integrated with the espresso, creating an exceptionally smooth texture from the first sip to the last. The drink maintained excellent body retention throughout, and I was especially impressed that the latte art remained visible almost until the very end of the cup—a small detail that reflected how well the milk and espresso stayed integrated throughout the drink. The presentation was clean and precise, showing great attention to detail.

If you appreciate well-executed specialty coffee and baristas who focus on consistency and craftsmanship, Flo Coffee Bar is definitely worth a visit. And thank you to Jack from Endorffeine for recommending another outstanding coffee experience.”

“Visiting from England and wanted to try authentic American burgers. The burgers here delivered that and some. Great taste, full of flavour and highly recommend. The fries were also extremely tasty. Would highly recommend 😀”

“Salted caramel was great! Any flavor I ever got here was great. Delicious and refreshing. Definitely stop by for good service, good dessert, good location. 10/10 ❤🌴”

“The owner started with a food truck. The food ia Oaxacan and it was good. They were able to open a restaurant
Small menu. The food is great and from Oaxaca Mexico.”

“This is some of the best vegan ice cream I have ever had! They add thoughtful touches to most flavors. We had 1 kid scoop of the coffee, split scoops of Vanilla/Birthday Cake, White Peach/Birthday Cake and Vanilla/Chocolate Oreo Updated from previous review on 2026-08-31”