Category: Restaurant
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Damian
We were looking for something a little more low key and since we were in LA we were hoping to get some tasty Mexican food (unlike our failed attempt last trip down here). I found this place not too far from our hotel with open reservations and more importantly it was founded by Enrique Olvera…
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Savoca
Went for a run around downtown LA. Streets were pretty empty. Not particularly nice run, but it’s a city run. The area down around the Disney concert hall was nice and it was nice to see the building for my first job out of college at 400 S. Hope St. After I got back, I…
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Hayato
I admit I am sometimes drawn to the challenge of getting a reservation at a place that is reported to be difficult. This one was difficult to get a reservation upon release, but wasn’t too difficult on waitlist. In fact, i received an reservation offer several months in a row from waitlist, but kept declining,…
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Savoca
We arrived mid-day in LA and just needed something to nibble on. We were staying at the Ritz, but it’s interesting since the building is shared with the JW Marriott. The JW occupies all of the lower floors and this area with the restaurants, etc. and the upper floors are the Ritz (there is a…
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Niku Butcher Shop
Larry reached out to for something and so we realized we need to catch over lunch. I suggested we try the burgers at Niku Butcher Shop which I’ve been meaning to try for awhile now. You have to wait out front until they call you so that they only have one group in the shop…
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United Club Lounge – LHR Terminal 2, B1
Lounge was fortunately right across from our gate and the Centurion Lounge was in another terminal. This was a decently sized lounge with tasteful decor. Food offerings looked decent enough, but I only had yogurt and fruit anyhoo (plus we’d get food on the plane)
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Ikoyi
The strengths are that it offers some unique flavors, so if you are looking for some variety it offers some value for that (I’m not even exactly sure how to classify the cuisine. Michelin guide categorizes it as Creative). IMO, it wasn’t a value compared to other options, but this was my wife’s favorite of…
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Caviar House & Prunier
We hadn’t eaten. The Caviar House was nearby which Trisha recommended. I was starving so I had the Salmon Benedict which only had a minimal amount of caviar on it. Andrea had a salad. Trisha had already eaten having had a late afternoon tea. Olga came out who Trisha knew from previous visits. Olga convinced…
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Dukes Bar
Met Trisha for martinis at Dukes. Seating is walk-in only. We were told there was going to be an hour wait to get in and fortunately it was closer to 30 minutes. This is place is all about the martinis. Seating is in cushy velvet couch and chairs. Martinis are made in front of you…
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