Magnolia - Hollywood

08/27/09

Great Casual Drink Spot

by BuckeyeGirl at Citysearch

I've been to the downtown location (which is very nice)but last night was my first time at the Sunset location. The staff was extremely nice and attentive considering they were about to close. The ambiance was very relaxing and I would definitly reccomend stopping by for some sweet potato fries!

• Pros: customer service
• Cons: nothing

05/01/09

Still the Best place in Hollywood by far!!

by kikidnst at Citysearch

This is hands down STILL the best place for late night or anytime of day food!! So much has opened in Hollywood and I've tried it all. I am out almost every night and always end up here. Great ambience and food (especially dessert) it's always impressing me and I'm a food snob. Also, great crowd. They JUST opened a another Magnolia downtown, can't wait to check it out!!!

• Pros: Ambiance, food, late night
• Cons: crowded at bar

03/05/09

Good Food

by betterChef at Citysearch

Every time I have been here the food has always been consistently good. Service is great also - great for late night.

03/05/09

Food was Good, Service was so-so

by STaylor921 at Citysearch

I've always like this place, and I still do, but we went for dinner and although the food was pretty darn good, our server was a little on the "busy" side. She was really sweet, but she seemed to barely remember us. I get that they can get busy, but it still kills to wait 15 minutes just to pay your bill!

• Pros: Food, atmosphere
• Cons: service

02/25/09

best dinner!

by emilyatusc1984 at Citysearch

came here for my birthday last month sooooo good tons of young people that night. i was pleased and i was able to chat with my friends without feeling like i was rushed out!

very impressed..

01/26/09

Great dinner... even better dessert!

by theeb at Citysearch

I travel a lot for work and have eaten in some of the best restaurants in the country. Magnolia is always consistantly great and last time the dessert I had there was amazing (Pear Crisp). I will go back next time I'm in LA for sure!

11/23/08

Cool Hangout!

by Fostin at Citysearch

Food & service were great!!! When in the area GO THERE!!! I know we'll be back.You might be able to star watch as well.

08/28/08

Ok, but no happy hour

by missangela2u at Citysearch

I have been there many times before as it is within walking distance of my house, and it has always been pleasant enough. However, a friend and I went there today specifically for the happy hour as we got off of work early - we were told that they do not now nor have they ever had a happy hour. Huh?

07/26/08

Awesome atmosphere...good service...food just ehh

by bhrealtor at Citysearch

I went to Magnolia with some friends for my Birthday a few weeks ago. The only other time I'd been there was about 2 years prior and I remembered it being good. It has enough reviews, so I'll keep this short. Ambiance was great, lots of trendy Hollywood, drinks were well-made, and the hostess and our server were both terrific. The only thing is that I felt we were a bit rushed, not by the server directly, but the entrees came immediately after the apps were finished. and 8 people with drinks, 3 courses only spent 70 minutes sitting down, I was slightly bummed about that. But the food...was just eh. It wasn't bad. Presentation gets a C, plates and bowls are ugly and look like they are from some 80's home kitchen. The steak I ordered wasn't super. Cooked properly, but there was no pizzazz to make me go, Wow. Other guests echoed my sentiments. Vegetable consisted of some tiny 1 piece of green thing which wasn't good. I probably wouldn't go back. For the price, there are much better restaurants in Hollywood.

• Pros: Great service, no waiting even when it was packed
• Cons: Food just not great

06/13/08

Such a great place!

by EmmaC101 at Citysearch

I have to say that I was a little hesitant to go to a restaurant near Arclight on the weekend a big movie opened. I went with a friend, and yes we were going to see the movie, and we had such a fantastic time. Friday night and the place was packed! We were sat quickly considering how busy it was and started off with some delicious cocktails that our server recommended. I had the special Cosmo with white cranberry juice and apricot and my friend had a pomegranate mojito. Great choices. We had some yummy mac and cheese to share and then I had the Mahi-Mahi special which they told me was going on the menu soon. Good thing 'cause I'll be back for more! My friend had the skirt steak which she said was delicious too (I can't say for sure, I don't eat red meat). Anyways, like I said it was super busy and our server was helpful and nice and the food was fantastic. I'll definitely be back!

• Pros: great cocktails, friendly staff, tasty food
• Cons: It's busy, so you may have to wait for a table