Craft Los Angeles

Overall, with this price, I was expecting a better quality. We spent a total of $850 for 6 people. Unlikely to visit again. Service was great, very friendly servers. The style and vibe of the restaurant was really good, very fancy. (guess that's where I had too much expectation when walking in) However, the entrees were very average to me. The sea bass/salmon I had: the tomato sauce is a very basic kind of tomato sauce, I can't taste the chef's effort. It did not surprise me at all. So did the salmon. Portion was way too small for an adult to feel full. Desserts were better, they look amazing and taste great. Nothing to complain. Loved the 2 cakes in the pictures (sorry I can't recall what they'er called).

It was a Wednesday evening, late at night, when my parents and I stumbled upon this enchanting eatery tucked away in a sleepy neighborhood. Owned by none other than Tom Colicchio, the culinary mastermind behind Top Chef, my inner professional chef and devoted fan were bursting with anticipation. The adventure commenced with a warm, aromatic gougere paired with our $3-per-person bread, which though a tad pricey, was a sign of a sophisticated gastronomic experience. The avocado salad, rich and creamy, dazzled our taste buds with the unexpected crunch and flavor of spiced peanuts. Sharing a delightful trinity of mains - wagyu pasta, Chilean Seabass, and a side of earthy hen of the woods mushrooms - we were enraptured by the flavors before us. However, an initial hiccup with the undercooked Seabass left us puzzled. Though the staff graciously tried to remedy the situation, we still found it tough to cut, despite its mouthwatering taste. Thankfully, management's gracious gesture of comping the dish left us appreciative of their care. The ambience was a symphony of soft, dim lights and a hushed, intimate atmosphere, all while being serenaded by the picturesque scenery outside. While the service was impeccable, the food - although delicious - didn't quite align with the premium price we paid. That said, this late-night discovery remains a captivating experience for any Top Chef fan seeking an unexpected culinary adventure.

The food here looks incredible! Every dish arrived at my table looking spectacular. To start, I had an off menu octopus special and the hamachi. The octopus was one of the best I've ever had, not slimy or chewy at all. It was grilled to perfection with a beautiful char and exquisite flavor. Definitely one of the highlights of the meal. Alongside it I had the fish which was light and fresh in a tasty jalepeno ponzu sauce. For main courses I had the duck breast and lamb chop. The dishes looked fantastic, especially the lamb chop. However, these were extremely small portions. The lamb was all of four bites and the duck was four small slices, not to mention dry as well. I was definitely wanting for more with the main courses. The sides however made up for the tiny protein servings. I had the crispy potatoes and the "Hen of the wild," a plate of oyster mushrooms. The potatoes were the star of the dinner. They were a hit - hot, crispy on the outside, soft inside and bursting with flavor. They were soooooo good. The mushrooms were also really tasty. For dessert, I had the funnel cake with berries and sherbet. The flavors were good, but the funnel cake was a little oily for me. Overall, the dinner was good. If you're really hungry, I'd say go somewhere else. Craft is definitely more of a quality over quantity kind of place.

Literally cannot say enough about how great the food and experience is at Craft. Every person that we encountered during our time at Craft was so kind and genuinely seemed happy that we were there. The food was also top notch. Definitely recommend the waygu! The pork belly appetizer was also phenomenal, as well as the lamb entree. If you are looking for a great dining experience I couldn’t recommend Craft enough!

Great service and ambiance. I am not a steak person, but I figured Tom's restaurant would be a good place to try wagyu, and I'm SO GLAD I ordered it. I ordered it medium and it was perfect. I expected things to be more pricey (on Google it's listed as "$$$$" but it's incredibly reasonable. Servers were attentive it was a great experience and dinner. Try the carrots too! My wife enjoyed the chicken.