Authentic french fare at a charming Parisian style brasserie.
(323) 284-5230
3932 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90029
34.0919
-118.2799
Neighborhoods: Silver Lake, East LA
Cafe Stella
Last updated 11.05.09
What People Are Saying About Cafe Stella
The Owner
Cafe Stella
Owner
Cafe Stella is little bit of Paris tucked behind the red walls of historic Sunset Junction. Lunch specials include sandwiches, salads, and our signature brunch is complete with champagne cocktails. The evening meal may include a l'assiette of imported meats and cheeses and French classics like Sole Meuniere or Steak au Poivre. Once described as Silver Lake's best kept secret, Cafe Stella is unique in Los Angeles; the neighborhood joint turned gourmet.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Hidden away off a courtyard, this tiny wood-paneled storefront holds just six tables--a dozen more reside in the dimly lit courtyard. The French waiters are so friendly you won't mind when they confuse your order. – – The Food – Old-line Gallic fare is making a comeback on Los Angeles' left bank. Stella's one-page menu is heavy on cream and butter, butter, butter. Escargot hide in a pool of garlicky white-wine sauce, and French onion soup is a decadent molten mass of bread and cheese. Entrees are even more criminal: Steak au poivre is smothered in a…
08/17/09
service that made me want to SCREAM.
by darbro
Jebus! I've never been as insulted as I did when I brought my fiance to celebrate our engagement to this otherwise charming restaurant. It was like being spat on by a hot girl after giving her flowers.
The African American bartender did not demonstrate any offense, however, his service was "cool" and impotent and he always seemed to be bothered by us whenever we needed anything. Despite his lackluster service, we left him his obligatory 20% tip.
I complained to the maitre d' (tall, skinny, Frenchmanorexic with longish hair). I told him that I was celebrating my engagement and that the service could have been better. In his arrogance, he snipped "I don't care," and quickly pranced away, leaving my fiance and I stunned.
We are easy going diners, and do not expect too much. We've worked in restaurants ourselves, and are sympathetic to the moment to moment plights of restaurant service people. What did we do to deserve such grievous service?
So as it stands, this place gets decent reviews on YELP. No question that it displays a charming bistro facade. But take a closer look at all the one star reviews. Many of the reviews blast the arrogant service. Hope they treat you better than they treated us. :(
- Pros: atmosphere
- Cons: service that made me want to SCREAM.
01/03/09
Try it, you will love!
by detmarlow
I have probably been to Stella about 15 times. The food is always good, but you can never go wrong with the beet salad and the moules frites. Dip the delicious bread in the white wine sauce....yum!!
Stella is a lovely dining experience, the ambiance is great and the service is consistently pleasant. Only once did I experience a less than accommodating hostess but the odds are in their favor.
Stella is my neighborhood fav!
- Pros: ambiance, the food, the patio
- Cons: more meat dishes that fish or vegetarian but that is only a con if you don't eat meat.
The Details on Cafe Stella
Know Before You Go:
Service is impossibly slow and chaotically disorganized. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Parking:
There's a free parking lot behind Stella off of Sanborn. It's big enough to accommodate most diners.
The Extras:
Trade in the French bistro feel for red lighting and a towering Buddha--it's just a short walk over to 4100 Bar.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash, Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Online Reservations, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Carry Out, Historic Setting
Cuisine:
Message from Cafe Stella
- Historic Building.
- Wine Bar
- Secluded outdoor patio
Cafe Stella is little bit of Paris tucked behind the red walls of historic Sunset Junction. Lunch specials include sandwiches, salads, and our signature brunch is complete with champagne cocktails. The evening meal may include a l'assiette of imported meats and cheeses and French classics like Sole Meuniere or Steak au Poivre. Once described as Silver Lake's best kept secret, Cafe Stella is unique in Los Angeles; the neighborhood joint turned gourmet.
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