Suggestions for New American Restaurant near Los Angeles

Brian L. • November 29, 2019The best word for this dining experience is “otherworldly”. From the design to the service to the musical score, we were transported. Delicious and sensory.

Anna D. • January 3, 2020Absolutely lovely place, the ambiance is great, I loved the service. Cocktails on point! We had carrots, delicious rabbit and a charred broccoli salad, yum! Don’t miss the potato rolls they are bomb

Steven A. • October 9, 2017Huge fan of this place -- the avocado + burnt onion is delicious and the brown butter banana muffin is one of the best muffins I've ever had. Awesome breakfast spot in Culver City!

Roman S. • December 13, 2015Great coffee, hot tea and overall atmosphere! Likey!

ben m. • March 25, 2021The cocktails are nice. The pig jowl, tomato curry and brussel sprouts were table favorites. Great hang, great staff.

Kimberly Y. • August 23, 2013Loooooove this place!! Salads are hands down some of the best in town. Kale Caesar is delish :)

Kevin • December 3, 2011Great place. Just had the breakfast burrito with pulled pork, amazing.

bibliotekah • September 25, 2014can't go wrong with the chicken and waffle w/ grits and biscuit for brunch.

The Culinary Institute of America • December 10, 2012CIA Alumnus Sherry Yard is the pastry chef here. Check out some of the other amazing (and interesting!) careers our alumni are pursuing:

Brian H. • February 1, 2012I highly recomend every thing on the menu. Our party had the Short ribs, Pork chop & the Salmon. Outstanding!

Abigail K. • June 6, 2016A beautiful space, inside and out. Try the kale salad and a pastry.

Andrew H. • October 25, 2010Best veal chop I ever had. Delicious!

Simple F. • July 3, 2015Grilled Peaches Prosciutto and Burrata, orecchiette and lamb sausage, pizzas, it's all good.

Peter P. • October 1, 2018A hidden gem. Great food and a very interesting wine selection from the shop downstairs. You will want to come back again and again

Kimberly W. • November 6, 2016Half chicken huge and really good flavor; chilaquiles yummy and not too heavy . Corn tortillas made in house

Allan D. • June 28, 2013Anything that you order here will be delicious; I'm partial to the chicken lettuce tacos and raspberry lemonade;) #foodie

Scott A. • November 5, 2012Great food and ambience. Try the Short Rib Hash if you're there for brunch.

Sarah J. • June 4, 2018The fried chicken, of course! But, everything I have had has been wonderful. The Southern Revival is delicious. And, the biscuits are to die for😍

Ai K. • November 12, 2021Best combination of flavor, presentation and vibe. Beef carpaccio, lamb chops, scallops. All the familiar dishes with unexpected twists. Best meal in Santa Monica that's actually is worth the price

D S. • September 9, 2011Great lunch and great great service for party of 6! Manager Rod was exceptional. Friendly and helpful! Everyone should go!!

Clean Bay R. • June 18, 2014Congrats to The Counter for passing their Clean Bay Restaurant Certification 4 the City of Santa Monica! They're doing their part to keep the Santa Monica Bay clean! Learn more: www.santamonicabay.org

Reemz • October 1, 2017Love this place! you cannot go wrong with any of the orders. A fav of mine is the hamachi

Bianca • September 25, 2021Everything is amazing! The bread and butter, the cabbage, the fish tartare…. plus the the cocktails. Try them all. Staff is amazing!

Johnny C. • May 11, 2014This place deserves to be adjacent to the great Equinox gym. The food is always fresh and the clientele are amazingly sweet and cute! A very satisfying treat.

The Feast • June 1, 2011Rock stars and celebrities love to stay at this villa-style hotel in WeHo and dine outside by the koi pond in The Restaurant at the Sunset Marquis. [Ultimate Al Fresco List]

Ryan A. • November 18, 2013Don't let the name fool you, this is a great restaurant with a very modern/hip atmosphere. Great for a night out or a relaxing brunch. They also have one of the best outdoor patios in LA. 

Mr. Caballero • January 24, 2013The design is great! Vibrant, happy place! It is a great place for an individual and group of people to enjoy a beef quesadilla and Hefeweizen beer! The window view is great for people watching!

Ricky S. • August 30, 2016Good food with the perfect combination of on demand cafeteria food with fresh & healthy cooking. It's more convenient, cheaper, and less of a hassle than Whole Foods.

Mike P. • September 5, 2011Pork belly app is amazing, even more so, the craft cocktails by Cherish are epic!

Firass • September 28, 2014Food, dessert, everything.. One of the best spots in LA