Cara

4.8

2301 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Great for brunch
Charming
Fancy

Elegant and refined, our food is based on a meaningful relationship with our local sustainable farms and the changing, bountiful seasons in California. We believe in respecting the ingredients with simplicity and allowing the work of our passionate farmers to shine through. We strive to create memorable connections over a shared meal through the inherent generosity of food.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(323) 672-8991
Website
https://www.carahotel.com/cara-restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Misael Sosa

Location
1730 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027-4830
Neighborhood
Los Feliz
Cross street
On Western Blvd. between Hollywood and Russell
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Warm Baked Banana Bread
dark Valrhona chocolate and walnuts
Bowl of JG Farms Berries
local honey
Greek Yogurt and Granola Bowl
JG Farms berries with local honey
Classic French Toast
vanilla brioche, maple whipped mascarpone
Buttermilk Pancakes
maple syrup & JG Farms Seasonal berries
Salmon Benedict
smoked salmon, grilled sourdough, hollandaise sauce, breakfast potatoes
Seasonal Vegetable Omelette
stewed peppers & onion, Manchego, wild arugula, breakfast potatoes
Huevos Rancheros
bean conserva, crispy tortilla, queso fresco, heritage pork bacon, chili salsa
Steak and Eggs
8 oz. grass-fed sliced Bavette, 2 fried eggs, breakfast potatoes
Egg White Omelette
Bloomsdale kale, shredded chicken, roasted peppers, sliced avocado
American Breakfast
two eggs, bacon, sausage, grilled tomato, avocado, breakfast potatoes, grilled sourdough
Bagel and Lox
Jyan Isaac bagel, smoked salmon, cream cheese, tomato, red onion, capers

Smoothies & Fresh Squeezed Juices

California Sunrise
banana, orange juice, mango, pineapple, turmeric
Berrylicious
JG Farms berries, Greek yogurt, banana, local honey
Fresh Squeezed Juice
orange, grapefruit

Starters

Avocado Toast
Schaner Farms avocado & 'Early Girl' tomatoes, mozzarella, basil
Bufala Mozzarella
charcoal roasted and marinated peppers with grilled sourdough
Yucatecan Ceviche
snapper, avocado, serrano chili, lime, tomatillo
Prosciutto & Buratta
with grilled sourdough
Hamachi Crudo
fresh lime, chili, cilantro

Salads

Californian Cobb Salad
chicken, avocado, bacon, egg, tomato, red onion, radish, buttermilk dressing
Smoked Trout Salad
arugula, grapefruit, avocado, red onion
Avocado Beet Grapefruit Salad
roasted hazelnuts, beet vinaigrette
Little Gem Lettuce
Honeycrisp apples, dates, Marcona almonds, parmesan, golden balsamic
Kale & Endive Salad
candied walnuts, sliced pears, cranberry balsamic, Roquefort blue
Arugula Salad
Schaner Farms wild arugula, 24-month aged parmesan, lemon, olive oil

Salad - Additions

Grilled Organic Chicken Breast
8 oz. Sliced Bavette Steak
Roasted Scottish Salmon
Marinated Grilled Shrimp (4)

Entrees

Lemon Pasta
24-month aged Parmesan
Harvest Grain Bowl
quinoa, farro, roasted peppers, sauteed kale, Maitake Mushrooms, beets, bean conserva
Roasted Scottish Salmon
Spring pea risotto, Maitake mushroom conserva, braised endive
Steak Frites
sliced Bavette steak, chimichurri, & French Fries
Cara Cheeseburger
cheddar, gem lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, Cara sauce, house-made bun, French fries
Steak Sandwich
Argentinian grass-fed beef, arugula, Manchego, grain mustard, grilled sourdough, French fries
Smoked Trout Sandwich
wild arugula, tomato, avocado, red onion, grilled sourdough, French fries

Vegetables & Sides

One Egg
Bacon or Sausage
Charcoal Grilled Broccolini
lemon, olive oil
Fried Shishito
tomato tapenade, basil, lime
Crispy Weiser Fingerling Potatoes
Smoked Salmon
Sliced Avocado
sea salt, olive oil
French Fries
Breakfast Potatoes
rosemary, sea salt
Charcoal Grilled Organic Maitake Mushrooms
Champagne vinaigrette
Irish Whipped Potatoes & Kale

What 2,301 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cara is a delightful hidden gem offering "beautiful ambiance" and "amazing service." The serene poolside setting and old Hollywood vibe enhance the dining experience. While some find the food inconsistent, standout dishes like the "Yucatecan ceviche" and "specialty cocktails" receive praise. Perfect for a romantic outing or special celebration.

2,301 Reviews

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Sanjay
VIP
Los Angeles
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff has consistently been amazing. And this is instance, Josie and Joshua we’re always above and beyond. Thanks for making us feel at home.
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Carla
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure coming here. 100% recommend everyone to try
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Scott
VIP
New Mexico
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful location, under the radar . Enjoyed the experience
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yeongjun
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome. Very impressive view of pool and taste of foods.
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Art
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a very amazing place. The atmosphere was beyond amazing and the employees were the best.
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Ikenna
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was so fantastic. They were attentive and also gave us time to ourselves which was nice. They were also very knowledgeable about the menu and ultimately the recommendations were spot on.
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nikan
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited Cara restaurant for my birthday, and it was such a lovely, cozy spot! The ambiance was perfect, and the staff were all very polite and attentive, which made our experience enjoyable. We started with the caramelized Brussels sprouts, oysters, and truffle fries. The oysters were incredibly fresh and definitely stood out, while the Brussels sprouts and truffle fries were decent, though nothing extraordinary. For drinks, we tried the Cactus and the Cali, and both were fantastic! We really enjoyed them. Our main course was the chicken shawarma. The flavor was okay, but we felt the presentation could have been better. Overall, Cara is a nice restaurant with a great atmosphere. We’re looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes!
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Vicki
Los Angeles
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this restaurant. Great food and ambiance!! Good for business or personal meals.
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Ron
VIP
Los Angeles
40 reviews
4.0
40 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe and ambience. The food is delicious. The wine list is good value for money. We ordered appetizers, salad, pasta and two mains. As happens more than we’d like, the waiter did not course the meal. We got the apps and then everything else. Argh. It doesn’t fit on the table and gets cold. I expect more from a higher end spot. I hope the my fix their service. RG.
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Vincent
VIP
Los Angeles
82 reviews
3.0
82 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Twice, entrees were beautiful but rather tasteless (chicken) and lamb shank not as tender as hoped.
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1730 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027-4830

Additional information

Cross street
On Western Blvd. between Hollywood and Russell
Neighborhood
Los Feliz
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Farm-to-table, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Misael Sosa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.carahotel.com/cara-restaurant
Phone number
(323) 672-8991

Cara

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Salmon Benedict

Salmon Carpaccio

Lemon Pasta

Breakfast

Warm Baked Banana Bread

Bowl of JG Farms Berries

Greek Yogurt and Granola Bowl

Classic French Toast

Buttermilk Pancakes

Salmon Benedict

Seasonal Vegetable Omelette

Huevos Rancheros

Steak and Eggs

Egg White Omelette

American Breakfast

Bagel and Lox

Smoothies & Fresh Squeezed Juices

California Sunrise

Berrylicious

Fresh Squeezed Juice

Starters

Avocado Toast

Bufala Mozzarella

Yucatecan Ceviche

Prosciutto & Buratta

Hamachi Crudo

Salads

Californian Cobb Salad

Smoked Trout Salad

Avocado Beet Grapefruit Salad

Little Gem Lettuce

Kale & Endive Salad

Arugula Salad

Salad - Additions

Grilled Organic Chicken Breast

8 oz. Sliced Bavette Steak

Roasted Scottish Salmon

Marinated Grilled Shrimp (4)

Entrees

Lemon Pasta

Harvest Grain Bowl

Roasted Scottish Salmon

Steak Frites

Cara Cheeseburger

Steak Sandwich

Smoked Trout Sandwich

Vegetables & Sides

One Egg

Bacon or Sausage

Charcoal Grilled Broccolini

Fried Shishito

Crispy Weiser Fingerling Potatoes

Smoked Salmon

Sliced Avocado

French Fries

Breakfast Potatoes

Charcoal Grilled Organic Maitake Mushrooms

Irish Whipped Potatoes & Kale

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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