Tender Greens
(310) 842-8300
9523 Culver Blvd
Culver City,
CA
90232
34.0233
-118.395
Neighborhood: Downtown
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In Short
Accenting the upscale artsy vibe of this rejuvenated Culver city neighborhood is this eco-friendly date spot, Sony exec lunch spot and organic haven for locals. Inside, polished blond wood and stainless steel exude modern warmth and huge plate glass windows bring the outdoors in. The wraparound sidewalk patio offers tables under fragrant Jacaranda trees amid herbs and vines. Specialties include big salads made with Scarborough Farms greens, gourmet soups, sandwiches and mesquite-grilled flatiron steak and free-range chicken.
User Reviews
StephenJ
May 05, 2009
I LOVE TENDER GREENS. The seared ahi with side salad for less than $15 is healthy, filling, fresh and a great value. I love everything about Tender Greens (just wish there were 100 more of them in LA). FYI - They now serve wine and beer.
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parenzano
February 15, 2009
I love this bargain eatery. If left up to me I would eat here all the time. I wish their was one closer to my house in Venice. I suggested Tender Greens on Friday night, my friend works in Culver City. We had the hot plate with loads of fresh grilled veggies / half mashed potatoes, and some fabulous grilled steak, and simple salad of ceasar. I love the tomato soup so yummy. We split the toffee cup cake which was terrific. My only complain is that sometimes it is hard to get a table. But I always seem to get lucky! I will definitely be going back for sure.
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theabster
December 07, 2008
This USED to be my favorite place in LA. My boyfriend and I have recommended it to everyone we know, even hardcore New York foodies. But our last few experiences there have been a big disappointment. The food is still delicious, and I still love the concept, but (maybe because of the economy, or maybe because TG has just gotten too big for their britches), the portion sizes are now fraction of what they were! We both ordered the Hot Plate with salad, mashed potatoes and Oxnard vegetables and took note of the tasty-looking veggies behind the glass while we waited in line. When we got our plates, though, neither of us got even one of each of the 5 veggies! Past experiences gave us a hearty heap! The last time this happened, disappointed, we asked for one or two of the missing veggie, and the server graciously heated a few on the grill and gave them to us. THIS time, when we took both plates back and asked for the same thing, the server (possibly the owner, which is even worse) rudely tweezered out two matchstick-sized pieces of parsnip and gave them to us?cold. It was like getting kicked by a friend! We had driven far to get there and were used to being so perfectly satisfied. Yeah, times are hard, but I?d rather pay an extra dollar than feel gypped and be treated rudely at Sunday brunch. Guess we?ll be thinking twice about recommending TG in the future?
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What to Drink:
Fresh-squeezed juices, artisan sodas, micro beers on tap and boutique wines by the glass or bottle are available.
Where to Sit:
The coolest seat is the cushioned banquette on the patio just outside the front door--it's shaded and off the street but still good for people-watching. A lovely rough hewn wood table with rustic benches is ideal for larger groups of eight to 10.
Parking:
Street parking is limited during busy hours--there's a public structure around the corner on Watseka.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Cheap Eats
