I’ve been meaning to check out La Tache in Andersonville for a while now. I recently heard that the former chef left to take over Trio’s new incarnation. Has anyone been there recently? Is it still at the same level... (0 replies, last updated by Daniel September 22, 2004)

It’s been a little over a month since the last review of La Tache. Since that review was mostly “eh” (see link below), I will post mine since it is somewhat better. I went to La Tache on Saturday night with Mrs.... (7 replies, last updated by Hinman Guy May 25, 2004)

According to Morsels, "The neighborhood has discovered La Tache", the new upscale French bistro at 1475 W. Balmoral Ave (in the location of the old Dellwood Pickle). As a more clueless denizen of the neighborhood, I had no idea a... (2 replies, last updated by Harry V. March 18, 2003)

, but to me, this is in perfect drinking shape right now. Up until the next wine of the evening, this was probably the best wine I’d had in over a year. 94.5 1997 DRC La Tache When first opened, this was very stemmy. But as... (2 replies, last updated by whiner August 14, 2008)

Just reporting on my food shift last night and early this morning. Started at 7pm at LaTache-Great ambience, even the bathroom, dark wood, small tiled floors, white table clothes, etc. Good stirred dry Bombay Saphhire Martini... (4 replies, last updated by Kirk May 28, 2004)

I love the Pacific Dining Car in down town L.A. Been there since the 20’s, 24/7, great dry aged beef, excellent wine list. old world vibe. expensive. (19 replies, last updated by nosh October 1, 2008)

one with La Cachette’s pretensions — should find it difficult to prepare separate ground-beef patties differently. So I hope you complained, although, as a former restaurant cook, I can’t recommend sending... (4 replies, last updated by Harry Nile October 5, 2009)

If you’re going to Spago, the consensus here seems to be that the tasting menu is quite good and a far better choice than going a la carte. See: http://www.kevineats.com/2007/04/spago-beverly-hills-ca.htm Other solid choices... (12 replies, last updated by lotta_cox September 3, 2008)

To poorly paraphrase a famous line from Star Trek: LA Mill takes the traditional coffee house “boldly… where no man has gone before.” We stopped by today to try the coffee we so loved at Hatfield’s and taste their... (19 replies, last updated by FED January 22, 2008)

Can someone recommend a place that is unique to LA that has great food? Was thinking it would be great to be “California” style cuisine but we are open to other types of food if it is a great place. (22 replies, last updated by compucook August 25, 2008)

I will be in LA for 24 hours in April (prior to a flight to Thailand). My friend and I will be staying at the Beverly Hills Hilton (will take taxi anywhere for good food). I am a total foodie and want to make sure to hit the... (13 replies, last updated by penelopetf February 20, 2008)

I’ve heard a lot about Grits (in movies & such) and I’m curious to try them out. Any recommendations for places where I can get some good ol grits in LA? Thanks in advance! P.S. If this has been covered recently, please... (24 replies, last updated by Diana January 16, 2008)

I visited LA MILL on its first day of paying business – work precluded my visiting on the freebie day – and I left with a less-than-favorable impression. The espresso drinks were miniscule, the pastries were boring,... (16 replies, last updated by la tache burger June 25, 2008)

Luna Park on La Brea has a really good version of mac & cheese with broccoli, and you can have it with or without Neuske Smoked Ham. (99 replies, last updated by russkar September 5, 2009)

Didn’t really have time to go into it before, but I’ve lived in L.A. for about 14 years now and have tried every single wine store (of merit) many times. I’ve had good bottles from everywhere and good service,... (40 replies, last updated by bcakers November 18, 2008)