Palate Food & Wine
(818) 662-9463
933 South Brand Blvd
Glendale,
CA
91204
34.1347
-118.255
Neighborhood: Mariposa
What People Are Saying About Palate Food & Wine
The Editor
Lilian Lee
Citysearch
In Short
This gastronomic destination headed by Octavio Becerra, former executive chef and partner at the Patina Group, has an unmistakable focus: Wine. And if the giant goblets of overflowing grapes flanking the restaurant's interior don't give it away, the remarkable wine list--outnumbering the food selection 10 pages to one--should. It goes without saying that the wine program, with both international and domestic labels, goes toe-to-toe with L.A.'s best. With an "eno-gastronomic" library in the back that houses approximately 300 books on such topics as French wine regions and which cheeses to pair with what wine, Becerra has made this foodie outpost one of the most welcoming places to get friendly with wine. But don't discount the food selection here--the menu is kept intentionally small to allow for weekly changes according to available local ingredients. Also, the homemade butter served with a changing garnish (could be radish one night and shaved fennel the next) is a feast in itself.
User Reviews
CSMobileUser
March 10, 2009
My Service was poor! Waitier alex needs to learn some manners!
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javabean116
March 09, 2009
I have been to Palate twice- once in November and once last night. I had a good experience in November & decided to go again, but this time to sit in the dining room rather than the bar... BIG MISTAKE!!! The service was horrible. We sat down and no one cared about us at all- no water or menu for over 10 minutes. After we ordered (prix fixe for me & cheese plate for my companion), I had to wait for over 45 minutes before my main course came after the salad. When the miso-baked cod finally came, the fish was bland and didn't seem fresh. Waiter never came by to ask how the food was or to refill my water. To top it off, the dessert came while I was half way done with the fish- absolutely rude! Sadly, the dessert (date tart) tasted like fig newtons. The best part about the meal was the cheese plate... which they don't even make. If this was fine dining... clearly we are in trouble. Good food is only part of the experience... what polishes and sets a fine dining establishment apart from others is the ambience, service, courtesy of staff, food quality, etc. Would I come back? Maybe (but that's because the first time was good...) but I will definitely sit at the bar.
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Look Good:
This is one library where beverages are permitted: Order a glass of wine and settle down with a book from the gastronomic library.
Where to Sit:
If possible, request a table with a view of the exhibition kitchen. It's always a bonus to watch master chefs in action.
Know Before You Go:
As a neighborhood restaurant, families and little children are always welcome. Even better, individual dishes are already kid-sized.
Parking:
While there's free street parking to be found, valet is a bargain at just $5.
Category:
Restaurants, Wine Stores, Grocery Stores
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Quiet, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
