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Dal Rae

➤ 9023 Washington Boulevard, Pico Rivera, 90660, United States Of America

Piatti • Wine • Meat • Seafood • American

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"Dal Rae is an Institution and has been around since 1951. This place is totally old school, and in the best way possible. It reminds me of old, classy Hollywood with the overstuffed booths, dim lighting, piano bar and ambience. There is tableside preparation for their signature Caesar Salad and the flambe desserts, that you rarely see anymore, such as Bananas Foster and Cherries Jubiless. Romantic restaurants are no longer plentiful, and this is perfect for a first date, anniversary, birthdays, or just good food. It isn't light on the wallet, but the food is quality. We had the Oysters Rockefeller, which were the best I ever had. We also had the Crab stuffed Artichoke Bottoms you can have Crab Stuffed Mushrooms or Artichoke Bottoms, but Mushrooms you can find on other menus. Never saw the Artichoke version. .The Crab Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms melt in your mouth and were unbelievably good. We shared the prepared at your tableside Caesar Salad there is enough for 4 and again, never had a better Caesar Salad, made with their own homemade dressing, prepared right in front of you. For entrees the melt in your mouth Chilean Sea Bass was beyound comparison and the Prime Rib was as good as any place I have ever had. I was celebrating my birthday, and did not have room for dessert, but the table ordered Bananas Foster, just for the experience, and it did not disappoint. This restaurant provides an experience vs. a dinner out. Additionally, the menu is very large, and I can imagine everything is excellent. This would be my number one recommendation of any restaurants in L.A. County that I have frequented, and there have been many. This just stands alone based on the variety of menu, quality and tasted of food, the tableside experience and ambience. Too top it all off, the service was very attentive."

Kalaveras

➤ 854 Garfield Avenue, Montebello, 90640, United States Of America

Piatti • Wine • Brunch • Drinks • Mexican

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"Kalaveras is a fairly large, family owned/operated “chain” of restaurants throughout SoCal; you’ve probably seen one or two in your travels. It’s a “modern Mexican” restaurant in design and food offerings. The food at Kalaveras isn’t bad in fact, my girlfriend said their Albondigas Soup might be the best she’s ever had. However, it feels like Kalaveras tries too hard to be “fancy” and somewhat froo froo with their offerings, much in the same way as the Javier’s chain. In our opinion, Mexican food just needs to be freakin’ good it doesn’t need to get lost in fancy presentation. And that’s kind of the downside to Kalaveras. We ordered the soup, several Asada Tacos, and Taquitos Dorados (some chicken, some potato). The taquitos were okay but the dye colored tortilla wraps are off putting, and my girlfriend says it messes with the taste, which I agree with. My asada tacos were good and the presentation was great (dunno why the photo I took of that isn’t showing up in my images for this review when selecting which to upload weird), but the marinade used kinda dulled the taste for me. Kalaveras is an upscale, “hip” and “fancy” place and the prices reflect that, unfortunately. This is kinda a one and done situation unless there aren’t any other options nearby and you’re craving Mexican food. Like I said, it’s not BAD it’s just too fancy for its own good and the higher prices detract from what could be an amazing go to for Mexican cuisine. Restaurants often trip over themselves when trying to be something they’re not or shouldn’t be. A great Mexican place should be warm and welcoming, nicely decorated, and the flavor explosion of the food should be the focus, even if it’s a burrito lying on a plate with hot refried beans and rice swamping together into melted goodness. Food over fancy, in our opinion. Kalaveras is trying too hard to be fancy."

Atlantic

➤ 630 S Atlantic Blvd, 90022, Los Angeles, United States

Piatti • Lunch • Steak • Drinks • Mexican

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"I visited this restaurant three times. During my first visit, I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the service was great. However, during my third visit, we had an unpleasant experience. While we were eating, a cockroach crawled out from between the plates. We were willing to continue our meal, but it made it difficult to do so. The staff told us to inform the owner, and they said they would give us a discount. Honestly, when I go to a restaurant, I expect to enjoy my meal without such issues. In the end, I paid the full bill, and they only deducted $5, which felt insufficient considering the situation. We decided not to return, and I doubt I will go back again."

Chili Lemon Thai Cuisine

➤ 701 S Atlantic Blvd, Los Angeles, United States Of America, 90022

Piatti • Thai • Casual • Seafood • Chicken

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"I have been coming here often for the past three months because of how good the food is. The food in the pictures are the Pad Kee Mao, Thai fried rice, Chili Lemon shrimp saap, and the Chili Lemon chicken wing saap. The other dishes that are also very delicious are the Pad see ew, BBQ pork fried rice, teriyaki chicken plate and the Tom yum seafood soup. The flavor is great and the price is right. Highly recommend if you are in the area and would like some delicious food!!!"

Brew Kitchen

➤ 2328 S Garfield Ave A, Monterey Park, California, USA, United States

Piatti • Pubs • Wine • Cakes • Coffee

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"The food is high quality. Took it back to the hotel and even at room temperature the fries were still edible. The first burger on the menu has millionaires bacon and I see why. Also the steak sandwich is fenomenal. Meals are perfectly staged making it even more appetizing. Keep up the good work James keep bringing that Blood Orange Cali squeeze and to Collette, more water please! Service: Take out"