Award-winning

Asterid

3.7

306 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Lively

Inspired by Chef Garcia’s Angeleno experience, asterid lives to discover and celebrate Los Angeles’ mosaic of diverse cultures and culinary richness through vibrant, ingredient-driven menus in a warm, lively atmosphere. Authentically from and for Los Angeles, asterid features Chef Garcia’s California-inspired menu and bar program that celebrates the spirit of L.A.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Crossover, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 972-3535
Website
http://www.asteridla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Ray Garcia
Private party facilities
asterid events offers an impressive setting for your next social gathering or corporate dinner. Helmed by Chef Ray Garcia, asterid is a lively intimate outdoor and indoor gathering place featuring sophisticated décor and a private dining room.https://www.asteridla.com/events/

Location
141 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3034
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
2nd Street & Grand Avenue
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 306 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.7

3.7 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.6Service
3.9Ambience
3.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Asterid offers a delightful culinary experience with inventive dishes like the "spiced short rib" and "yuzu cassis dessert." Its convenient location is ideal for theater-goers, ensuring a memorable pre-show dining option. While service can be inconsistent, the atmosphere is lively, and the food presentation is commendable.

306 Reviews

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Melinda
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I had the short ribs and the flavors were so abundant and fantastic. The staff was kind and professional and the noise was remarkably low. Great place to go before a show.
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Jennifer
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good and service was pleasant but not as professional as it should have been (menus were left on table, a bit casual for the price)…. The beet plate was way overpriced for three small pieces of beet and three small pieces of endive on a huge plate. Basically excellent meal with only a couple of things I felt were not as professional as they should have been.
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Diane
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food good but service bad—-Will try other nearby restaurant next time I have a concert
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Laura
Los Angeles
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very expensive for what you get. The food isn’t outstanding and the service is adequate. For the prices you pay it should be an exceptional experience.
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Rachel
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our first visit to Asterid this season. We were going to the Opera so we had 5:30 reservations. Our hostess was so nice finding a perfect table for the 4 of us. Our waitress Malak noted the time we needed, making excellent suggestions. She surprised us with Prosecco for a toast for my husband’s birthday. The appetizers were served quickly & delicious with perfect martinis. We shared several salads & main dishes. Topped off by the delicious Budino dessert. Malak was friendly , professional, & knowledgeable. We look forward to more pre theater dinners . Thank you for the excellent service by all servers & the great team!!
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Jennifer
Los Angeles
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really appreciated the care we received as we had terrible traffic and ran very late but needed to make our theatre curtain time. Food was wonderful we loved meeting the chef all very excellent. We will be back!!
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michelle
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Delicious tasting food, but very small portions for the prices
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Kristan
Los Angeles
68 reviews
vip
1.0
68 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Our most recent visit to Asterid confirmed all the previous concerns I have had about dining here. The restaurant has still not figured out how to manage the pre-event rush that is inherent in their location. The service is uneven. The servers could not be nicer, however they are simply overwhelmed. The delivery of the food is erratic; we never received a dish and opted to skip it because the restaurant was becoming increasing frenetic and difficult to find anyone who would meet your eye. Again to be clear, every staff member is courteous and helpful when they can give a minute of their time. I remain hopeful that Asterid will find its equilibrium. It is a great location with an interesting menu. However, if you are looking for a relaxed and carefree way to start your evening before a concert or show then I would look elsewhere.
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Freya
Orange County
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu changed. We went for brunch and just all day dinner menu basically. Disappointed but food was excellent.
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Judith
Los Angeles
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was lovely and service was attentive. The chicken liver mousse was delicious and the portion was enough for two to share as a starter. The chawanmushi was delicious, but the portion was only about two spoonfuls and not worth the $29. Loved the flavorful spiced short ribs.
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Asterid is rated 3.7 stars by 306 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

141 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3034

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
2nd Street & Grand Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Crossover, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ray Garcia
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.asteridla.com/
Phone number
(213) 972-3535
Private party facilities
asterid events offers an impressive setting for your next social gathering or corporate dinner. Helmed by Chef Ray Garcia, asterid is a lively intimate outdoor and indoor gathering place featuring sophisticated décor and a private dining room.https://www.asteridla.com/events/

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