Grace
Los Angeles, CA 90036-2501
Phone: (323) 934-4400
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Fuller Avenue
- Best of Citysearch:
- Special Occasion Dining 2007
- Hours:
- Tue-Thu 6pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 6pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Grace – by Tara de Lis
The Scene
A study in warm brown and green earth tones, lounge and restaurant alike are tastefully stylish and buzz with the din of industry braggadocio, gossiping girlfriends and couples flirting in not-so-quiet voices. Friendly servers impart extensive menu and wine list knowledge.
The Food
Chef Neal Fraser (Deep and Rix) infuses New American comfort food with unusual sauces and glitzy sides. Starters satiate without spoiling appetites: The minty sprout-laden Dungeness crab salad is divine, while somewhat-dry whole quail disappoints. Entrees are particularly solid: Wild boar tenderloin transcends the chewiness typically associated with the gamey dish, an experience further heightened by the popcorn-like flavor of Brussels sprouts and delicate spaetzle. The transcendental aromatic salmon in sweet garlic nage is another stellar feat. For desserts, opt for the rich chocolate gateau with bananas Foster or the crispy warm cajeta pudding; skip the gooey souffle and the bland chocolate silk tarte.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitThe banquettes along the east wall offer respite from too-bright track lighting, and table 60 in the back room affords dual bench seating.
ParkingUse the $4.50 valet to avoid the parking situation on Beverly and restricted surrounding neighborhoods.
The ExtrasReserve the back room for parties--curtain it off for privacy.
User Reviews for Grace
11/24/2008 Posted by therlp
This is a San Francisco restaurant in Los Angeles. The sommelier is knowledgeable and accessible, the servers are attentive, not intrusive, know the menu and wine, the ambiance is intimate, the food is delicious, the menu is diverse and the restaurant is not at all sceney. For special occasions, nothing in Los Angeles beats Grace.
09/19/2008 Posted by Sethsh
I have for years resigned to believe that you will either get amazing food or amazing decor from restaurants in Los Angeles. Much to my delight and chagrin, Grace has proved me wrong. OK, well, the decor is not groundbreaking (the lighting is perfect though, not too dark and not too over the top), and for that matter perhaps neither is the food. They both are however, very thoughtful and tasteful, with a little surprise thrown in to keep your attention. We enjoyed Grace's 5 Yr Anniversary tasting menu and highly recommend it. First off, the portions are unlike any tasting menu-sized portions I've seen before. They are HUGE! Come hungry if you plan on ordering this option. Second, the dishes were very delicious, plate after plate. I would say my favorites were the first course ( 3 corn cake bellinis with salmon and caviar), second course (2 large scallops on goat cheese polenta) and dessert (3 filled doughnuts with vanilla ice cream. One raspberry filled, another butterscotch and the last was Elvis: peanut butter, banana topped with caramelized bacon.) I admit, the caramelized bacon was a bit overpowering and not my favorite. However, the dish was a delight. We also requested wine pairing with each course. While some of the wines were very interesting, if not for the flavor at least for the grape varietal, I have to say that element didn't add much our evening. Still worth it though. The wait staff was also very attentive without interrupting your evening. To sum it up, I felt like I was invited to a friend's home and cooked an amazing meal. I was only there last night but want to eat there tonight, tomorrow night, the night after that and the night after that.
Pros: Everything, including the prices!
Cons: Food felt a little on the heavy side at times, but nonetheless, wonderful!
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