Next Door Tapas Lounge

09/30/08

great tapas, great wine, great service. WINx3

by cePLUSminus at Citysearch

i've been going here since i moved to the neighborhood from chicago. the staff are wonderful! they know my drink, they shake it right and i usually order a glass of wine which they offer a nice variety, spanish and california varietals dominate my tastes here!

as for food...order the mini kobe sliders which aren't on the menu...delish! you can get a dish from $5-$25 which allows for flexibility, portion and cost wise.

and the chocolate crepes or volcano cake are MY WEAKNESS...i often have sushi then stop over for desert and wine.

LOVE IT!!

• Pros: valet, ambience, taste buds are delighted.
• Cons: sometimes too crowded on weekends, what gives?

07/25/08

A hidden gem!

by GBs95 at Citysearch

A hidden gem! Great food, service and atmosphere. We sat for several hours more than we had anticipated enjoying the evening.

10/02/06

Great tapas and wine

by sschalin at Citysearch

This is an excellent place for an early bite and a glass of wine or a late night snack and nightcap. Warm, comfy setting, an extensive, reasonably priced wine-by-the-glass list and an extensive tapas menu. Try the sliders infused with foie gras. And the bartenders could not be friendlier actually telling the truth about which items are good and which they don't prefer on the menu. A real treat!

• Pros: wine list, cool ambiance

12/14/05

Inviting tapas lounge envelops locals with gourmet offerings and warm ambience.

by Leigh Reason at Citysearch

The Scene
Located off the serene patio of Studio City's La Loggia restaurant, this lounge has a look and feel completely separate from its sister Italian bistro. Black and blood-red mid-century-style leather couches, a two-sided fireplace and mod lighting--two magical chandelier bursts of wire and lights dominate--create a hint of retro appeal without overstating it. An intimate upstairs loft allows patrons to survey the action from above. Thirty-something locals and studio types linger over wine and masterful small plates.

The Draw
Owner Frank Leon brought Malaga-born chef Ruben de la Mata to California to create a unique, ever-evolving and authentic Spanish tapas menu to enhance the lounge experience. Pitch perfect cheese and charcuterie plates complement the wine list. Single-serving salads, like mixed greens accented with goat cheese and pistachio encased grapes, are served in double-old-fashioned glasses. A Spanish version of canoli is the don't-miss dessert, especially when enjoyed with a sip of rich, smooth 1971 Pedro Ximenez sherry.

12/14/05

Lovely lounge

by marilyn_mom at Citysearch

This is the perfect spot for a romantic drink, or a light bite to eat. It has a classy atmosphere, but a homey feel. The small plates are so good--we loved the spicy potatoes. This is a fabulous new addition to Studio City.