Bistrotek

 

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quantrell w.

Los Angeles, CA

Major props to the Chef(Paul Arias) and the staff. I had a great dinning experiance at Bistrotek. I had the duck and Pallenta and thought it was perfect. we Started out with the crispy shrimp sliders (which is a must...must have) The restaurant bartender cute girl(Mia) poors a solid drink. "the Door" bothered me. they've got to figure that out quick. I would also like to see a few more items on the menu. The quality of the dishes are top quality and the prices reflect that. Not sure Westechester residents are really ready to spend the coin on a regular basis. I know its a hotel, but you still have to take care of the people around you . I encourage everyone to try Bisrotek
*im going to try the Lobster Pot Pie next

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Elite '08

39

150

Chris G.

Los Angeles, CA

Bistrotek is the adjoining restaurant next to the svelte black Standard off Lincoln in-between a run-down shopping center and construction dust. The front of the restaurant is a large brick blockade with very small windows to distance itself from its un-hip surroundings and a fire door that serves as the entrance. The front looks like the entrance of a closed nightclub as it is desolate during the day.

Their vegetarian panini is good but the bread was the best part of the sandwich. It was not only fresh, but very crusty. The warm and fresh vegetables tasted as good as any Italian restaurant can prepare vegetables bathed in oil. The side salad came with a delicious amount of vinigrette glazed over the leaves. They were out of gazpacho. The arnold palmer was perfect; it's all about the fresh and fructose-free lemonade.

Simple, modern-style places ought to look impeccable. The lack of atmosphere and the sunlight that shined through the few windows made this place more noticeably flawed than it would have been at night. I was noticing the water marks on the glasses that were bouncing off the small stream of natural light.

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20

Christann R.

Los Angeles, CA

I must say I really enjoyed myself at this restaurant.  The moment I walked in I was promptly greeted.  It was great.  The decor of the restaurant is nice.  You definitely want to check this restaurant out when its dark...that's when you get the full feel of the place.  Now, I must admit if you aren't really looking for the place or know EXACTLY where it is...you will pass it up (like my friend did).  lol.....she called me and was like "where is this place?!?!?!

The Very French martini is delicious!  one of the best I've ever tasted.  For my appetizer I ordered the crab cake with fennel slaw.  It was delicious!  My friend ordered the fried tomatos....it was ok...lacked flavor but still a nice presentation.

For our entrees she ordered the chicken dumpling soup and I ordered the Mahi Mahi with white beans and kale.  Not a usual combination for mahi mahi but it was delish none the less.

Mind you...by now, I'm drinking my second French martini...did I mention how good this drink was?!?  *smile*

For dessert...a simple brownie a la mode....I took a couple spoonfuls of that and was NOT impressed!

But overall...I enjoyed my dinner....ambiance was awesome!!!
Service excellent and my food was good!

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Elite '08

50

73

Caroline C.

Los Angeles, CA

This restaurant just opened up recently so I feel they may still need some tweaking but at least they're starting from a good place. I went here for dineLA and loved my chicken entree and mascarpone grilled cheese sandwich dessert but wasn't crazy about the "shrimp cocktail" as it was flavorless and lukewarm. Portions were small but don't know if that was just for dineLA.

I like how there is a long table apart from the bar for cocktailers while the rest of the room is reserved for diners. I don't like how the front door of the restaurant doesn't close by itself so would just stand open letting the chilly night air in.

Regarding the important stuff, the manager, Michael, says they're going to expand their current cocktail menu to include more sugary concoctions like a peach martini and a chocolate chip martini as well as a Manhattan and margarita. Their beer list will also be expanded to include Belgian trippel ales and a chocolate stout.

On the weeknights I went the crowd seemed of the afterwork variety with some students (probably from OTIS design school and LMU) mixed in. Low-key, casual.

I might return for cocktails and dessert but don't know about having an actual meal here. We'll see.

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Elite '08

34

250

Shelley H.

West Los Angeles, CA

Came here with CoC for dinner as part of restaurant week.   We all enjoyed our food a lot and I thought it was a bargain at $25 for the caliber of food we received.  I had the split pea soup which came with a ham hock croquette that I thought was awesome!  Then the chicken entree which was perfectly salty.  I personally found the mascarpone cheese sandwich a bit too heavy as a dessert for one person, but my dining companions seemed to enjoy it.

Not quite 5star worthy yet as they are a brand new restaurant and it shows.  They have a few kinks with that door that wouldn't stay shut and the ambigous entryway - where is the official entrance to this place anyways?  But I thought the service was solid, parking is plentiful right out front.  And I would definitely come back with coworkers for drinks or an expensed meal.

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Lindsey L.

Los Angeles, CA

Upscale diner, serving a twist on American classics.  The Ahi Tuna Noodle casserole with homemade potato chips on top was delish!  And the lobster pot pie that comes with the surf & turf was a cozy delight. The manager Michael was very friendly and gracious.  He greeted us when we sat down and check in with us a few times during the meal.  We were a party of 7 and everyone enjoyed themselves as well as their food. I will be going back for sure and I would recommend it to a friend.

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