(323) 882-6965
3413 Cahuenga Blvd W
Los Angeles,
CA
90068
34.132
-118.3527
Neighborhoods: Central LA, Hollywood Hills
Minibar
What People Are Saying About Minibar
The Editor
Tara Lis
Citysearch
The Scene – This mid-century modern space is like an abstract peacock that has spread its graceful wings; stark-white leather banquettes fan out against turquoise and chocolate-brown walls. A mirrored ceiling section with spherical lamps, circular cutouts and oversized oil paintings of maudlin women add quirky appeal. Fun-loving waiters occasionally hand out tambourines and maracas to adventurous diners to keep rhythm with the funky electronica soundtrack. The back room is lined with soothing forest-scene wallpaper for a more intimate experience. – – The Food – An…
08/18/08
WHERE"S RAVEL? WHERE'S MINIBAR? BUSH-whacked by the economy.
by ricwest29
MINIBAR, VINYARD TERRACE, TOMMY RAY"s CLOSED ALL OF THEM. Eight18 very Limited wine list...are they introuble too? Savannah in BUrbank CLOSED. Thank you President Bush..and the Oil Companies...LE"S SEE IF SOME OF THESE NY PRICED RESTAURANTS IN THE VALLEY WANT TO KEEP CHARGING NY PRICES AND RISK THEIR VERY SURVIVAL.
- Pros: GREAT FOOD
- Cons: OUT OF BUSINESS
03/19/08
ARE YOU CLOSED?
by daveinla
TRIED TO CALL AND THE PHONE NUMBER IS DISCONNECTED. TRIED TO EMAIL AND IT BOUNCED BACK. HAD A GREAT TIME A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, SORRY TO SEE YOU GO.
- Pros: NA
- Cons: NA
01/25/08
minicool
by camposa
Concert at Universal's BB Kings bar last night, so we ate at Minibar beforehand. Just down the street from the entrance to Universal CityWalk, this was a perfect place to enjoy some good eats with my honey.
Since I'm a big fan of Modern design, this place was tops. The colors and lighting really compliment each other bringing a very sensual vibe to the whole place. We were seated on one of the side tables with a banquette. The waitress comes back with a small shot glass of Spanish Cava as a palate cleanser and my order of a Mojito. The Mojito was excellent by the way. The waitress tell us about the Prix fixe dinner they have available on Sundays, a deal for $40-for two. We decide to pass, eager to sample items from the menu.
We start with the Meze trio..this is pita chips with three kinds of dips. Then we have the Yucca bread, followed by brochette of flank steak, salmon strudel, rissoto funghi, and the duck confitt eggrolls. All magnificent. Especially the risotto..creamy and flavorful. It was perfect.
We ended our evening with the chocolate souffle. This was so warm and delicious that we each ordered one for ourselves-no sharing here.
When I made reservations for this place, I wasn't sure if my honey would like it. He doesn't like tapas style dining and he's a "meat and potatoes" type of guy. But he really liked this place. He even got "full" after wards. The servings were enough for two, and since they all come one after another, it really gives you time to savor each dish.
I suggest this restaurant if you are on a date. We found it romantic, and I loved the music they played through out the place and so will you.
- Pros: flavors
- Cons: none
The Details on Minibar
Know Before You Go:
The kitchen is very play-it-by-ear when it comes to closing time. Call ahead to see if they're staying open later than posted hours.
Look Good:
Be very specific regarding pacing your order, otherwise you may end up with too many dishes at once. If necessary, order only a couple items at time in the order you want them to appear.
Where to Sit:
In-the-know diners hold court at the single round table--No. 62--in the middle of the banquette-lined room.
The Extras:
Express your inner artist without breaking the law by using the colored chalk and board in the bathrooms.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Group Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Notable Wine List
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