Culver City Culver City

Culver City, known for its vibrant arts scene and historic movie studios, offers a diverse food scene with Californian cuisine, fusion dishes, and popular food trucks serving tacos and gourmet burgers.

Pasta Sisters

Pasta Sisters

3280 Helms Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90234, 90034, Culver City, United States

Pizza • Pasta • Casual • Italian


"Yum yum yum!!!! I came here since I'd seen Pasta Sisters on Worth It (as I assume many do), and I'd like to say that it lives up to the hype! I ordered their special, which was a tomato based sauce with pancetta, and I got it with pappardelle. When I ordered it, the lady did warn me that it would be a bit salty, but I trusted that the thick pasta would balance it out, and I was right! The pappardelle was cooked to the perfect texture- it tasted so fresh and al dente, not too firm and not too mushy. Usually I get tired of a pasta dish halfway through because the taste gets old, but I enthusiastically finished my whole portion! It was just the right amount, I felt full for sure but not so full that I felt icky. I'd also been snacking throughout the whole day LOL so I surprised myself in being able to finish it actually, but it was just so delicious. While the bits of pancetta weren't super substantial, you can taste its richness from being cooked in the sauce, and the fattiness is cut well by the tomato's tang. I also tried a bite of my boyfriend's pasta- he got a cream sauce smoked salmon pasta, and the salmon pieces were quite good, but the flavors less punchy than my pancetta pasta. I also enjoyed the free bread and olive oil/vinegar they gave! We came on a Saturday evening during Memorial Day weekend and it actually wasn't crowded at all! We were able to place our order at the counter within 5 minutes (just the right amount of time to gaze indecisively at the menu LOL) and were seated right away. The outdoor seating is really comfortable- you choose your own table/are gently guided by some of the waitstaff, and the ambience is great. I'd never been to Culver City, and the neighborhood felt so cozy and artsy! Waiters/service were super friendly and helpful, though some things are kinda self serve which is nice and casual too."

California Fish Grill

California Fish Grill

6150 West Slauson Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230, United States

Fish • Casual • Tacos • Seafood


"The food tasted great, but the service was very slow. It took us about 35 minutes for us to get our food for two people. It was 8PM on Friday night so it was quite busy, but I was surprised how long it actually took. Tonight we did take out as well. They have a ton of great options on the menu and I really wanted to try the Branzino today. However, it was sold out. You place your order at the counter and then they call your name or text you when your order is ready. I opted to use the electronic kiosk to order, even though everyone else in line, for some reason, stood there longer to wait to order from an employee. I suggest using the kiosk because it’s literally the same screen that the employee uses to place your order. There is a ton of parking available because it is attached to a shopping center where Trader Joe’s and a bunch of other businesses are located.I chose the Shrimp Ceviche to start and it was actually really great. It came with a lot of shrimp and the flavors were great. For my entrée I chose the Catfish and I really enjoyed it. I wish it was cooked a little bit more so it was a bit crispier, but still the seasoning was great and I ate all of it. I also got a few à la carte tacos, one Battered Fish, and one Spicy Shrimp. They were pretty small tacos, so I don’t think I would order them again.Overall a good place to grab some fish or other types of seafood in a to-go type of setting. It took a while to get the food, but we were happy we chose CFG once we got a chance to try the food."

Destroyer

Destroyer

3578 Hayden Avenue, Culver City, 90232, United States Of America

Terrace • American • Eigentijds • Contemporary


"Owned by chef Jordan Kahn of the 2 Michelin star restaurant across the street Vespertine, Destroyer focuses on breakfast and lunch specializing in Scandinavian food with a California twist. It’s located in Culver City but in an industrial park. Parking is extremely easy and plentiful in the area. The menu has a lot of options but many of the dishes sell out because they really use very high-quality ingredients in limited quantities. You can tell the dishes are made with a lot of culinary experience and it really showed in the flavor profiles as well. Also love the plates and bowls! They are very thick and heavy with beautiful colors. I will say that it is a bit expensive, we spent $92 for three food items and two cappuccinos. However, the quality of food is very unique and it truly is a delicious meal. Inside is quite small you basically order at the counter and they give you a number and bring your food to you in one of the seats outside. From what I saw there are no inside tables. The staff was very polite however you won’t have a waitress or waiter. It will just be a food runner so I didn’t really get to experience true service. For our meal I wanted to order the Beef Tartare, but it was not available. So instead, I chose the Loaded Avocado Confit, Chicken Schnitzel, and the Strawberry French Toast. Our favorite of these was the Avocado Confit because it truly had a delicious avocado flavor and was very unique. The prosciutto really added a great flavor profile to the dish and I honestly loved every bite. The Chicken Schnitzel was also really delicious and I especially liked the heirloom cucumbers because that was a new take for me. The French Toast is also very good however, the bread was very thick so it made it a bit challenging to eat, but still it had a really really nice strawberry flavor. Overall, I would recommend to anyone searching for a unique breakfast or lunch option. Given its price, I would not suggest it for a frequent stop, but honestly I’m really happy that we tried it and I plan to be back in the future to try that Beef Tartare. Parking: plentiful free street parking"