Buggy Whip Restaurant
(310) 645-7131
7420 La Tijera Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90045
33.9703
-118.3795
Neighborhoods: Westchester, West LA
What People Are Saying About Buggy Whip Restaurant
The Editor
Martha Burr
Citysearch
The Scene
The atmosphere is as thick and nostalgic as the steaks. Shady-looking suits rub elbows with ageless blond regulars, a spattering of martini-sipping hipsters and a relentless piano player ready for his close up. Red vinyl booths, old-time waiters and Currier and Ives lithographs round out this surreal, decades-old L.A. "coach house."
The Food
The classic American fare includes fantastically tender, plump and glistening shrimp cocktail. Equally celebrated is the Green Goddess dressing, the highlight of an exuberantly tableside-tossed salad--and remarkably addictive despite its unearthly hue. Prime rib is generous, fatty and running with juices, but the steak is the center of this universe. Filet comes thick and tender, outclassed only by the deep-flavored N.Y. sirloin, beautifully peppered and perfectly aged. A creamy, old-fashioned cheesecake adds the final cholesterol boost.
User Reviews
dyslexia
December 05, 2008
Having just experienced the Buggy Whip for the first time, we're very impressed. We'd recommend it to anyone, but especially those who appreciate classic mid-20th century dining. The quality and attention to detail in terms of atmosphere, decor, service and (last but not least) food was superb. In terms of atmosphere and decor - The subdued lighting, the wood paneling, the high-back leather booths, and even the lack of tv screens (an unfortunate rarity these days) combine in evoking mid-century style, a time when dining was truly an event. Our waiter for the evening was Fidel, a superbly professional, attentive, knowledgeable and funny server. Seats and butts hadn't had even a chance to get past hello before the drinks were on the table. He achieved the golden mean of service - high attentiveness without even a hint of invasiveness. The food was classic without being staid; the range of dishes enjoyed by our table (prime rib, trout, chicken piccata) being uniformly excellent in flavor, freshness and presentation. Be warned however - portions are generous! The highlight of the evening however, was the pianist, Peter Wagner. This guy defines the term "musical stylings" like nobody else, ever. Peter can play just about anything, and his arrangements and delivery are *amazing*. Manilow, Diamond, The Animals...he made every song fresh and delightful, camping up the lounge stuff, but with bang-on virtuosity. We were lucky enough to be late diners, so we got to sing along and clap like you might not want to do with a full dining room. Regardless, be sure to pick up his CD's...We'd *especially* recommend his single of "House of the Rising Sun" - pure, pure gold.
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Anonymous
May 31, 2008
seems a little dark and hidden from the street but buggy whip is a good hidden steak house. portions are very generous. worth a try if you are looking for a local steak dinner.
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thumpertherott
January 18, 2008
Tuesday night my girlfriend and I had dinner at the Buggy Whip. We showed up after 9pm and the restaurant was very busy. We were seated promptly by the hostess in a nice table by the piano. Our waitress was very punctual and helpful to the menu suggestions. The waitress noticed a large party was seated minutes before us and wanted to make sure we were taken care of and not neglected. She immediately had drinks and bread brought to our table. She made it a point to make sure our order was in before the large parties order went in. The waitress was very knowledgeable with the menu and had very helpful suggestions to help our dinning experience. I haven?t been to the Buggy Whip in years just because we live too far from, but now I remember why this place has been around for so long. The excellent service, great food and more then fair pricing will allow this L.A. landmark to keep providing a quality dinning experience.
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Save Money:
Early-bird dinners run from 4pm to 6:30pm and offer main courses like meat loaf or pork roast with soup and salad. The concurrent bar-side happy hour features complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
Where to Sit:
For music with your meal, sit in the front room. Peter Wagner has played and sung for 15 years and draws a crowd. For quiet conversation, sit in the larger rear room with gorgeous beamed ceilings.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Historic Setting, People Watching, Business Dining, Date Spot, Group Dining, Live Music, Bar Scene
