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Cleo - SBE

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Address:
1717 Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028

Neighborhood:
Hollywood

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Cuisine:
Tapas / Small Plates

Price: $30 and under

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Cleo - SBE Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.cleorestaurant.com
Phone: (323) 962-1711
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Nightly: 6:00pm - 12:00am
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean
Executive Chef: Danny Elmaleh
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: SBE's Cleo can bring all the best food Chef Danny has to offer to the location of your choice. Please contact deirdrem@sbe.com for more details.

Getting there

Cross Street: Hollywood & Vine
Public Transit: One block west from Metro Red Line.
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Please park with hotel valet.

A word from Cleo - SBE

Cleo's distinctly light and fresh menu evokes a contemporary Mezze bar, featuring seasonal grilled Pinchos, small-plate selections of meats, seafood and vegetables, as well as delicious salads, homemade Laffa flatbreads, a delectable raw bar and an array of vegetarian items. Executive Chef Daniel… Elmaleh highlights the menu with a collection of unforgettable dishes prepared by a stone oven, only further reinforcing why Cleo is quickly becoming one of Hollywood's most sought after culinary experiences. Continued

Cleo - SBE

4.2

216 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
Diners' Choice WinnerHot Spot

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224 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

224 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(149)
hot spot(139)
good for groups(106)

special occasion(84)
vibrant bar scene(69)
romantic(56)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (224)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

It had a nice energy. The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2002

Dined on 04/13/2012

2002

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It had a nice energy. The staff was nice, but often it was hard to hear them talk. My cocktail was EXTRA yummy! Something with grapefruit."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2002

Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything about this experience

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Dined on 04/12/2012

2005

Dined on 04/12/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything about this experience was excellent! Our waiter was fantastic and made great suggestions. We've never been to a restaurant before where we wanted to try everything on the menu! Can't wait to come back!! Every dish we ordered was amazing, from the appetizers to the dessert and specialty cocktails."

Dined on 04/12/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had read some reviews that

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Dined on 04/10/2012

2011

Dined on 04/10/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I had read some reviews that Cleo might be overrated--it is not. If you go expecting a formal experience where the food is preciously served you won't find it. It's noisy, lively, fun. I always base my food rating on whether or not I taste something I've never had and the cauliflower, brussel sprouts and lamb were definitely unique. As I'm trying to eat less meat I loved that there were so many delicious vegetarian options.
We added two to our table at the last minute and they accommodated the change without problem, we just had to wait a few minutes more for the table. We were there a Tuesday night so I don't know how it is on a busier weekend."

Dined on 04/10/2012

2011

Special Features: good for groups, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Could have been exceptional,

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Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Could have been exceptional, except because of the restaurant's popularity perhaps our server was inattentive and unfamiliar with the wine selections. My boyfriend is a picky eater so he had a little trouble with the menu selections, however was able to decide on some solid choices. We had about 5 or 6 tapas and if I hadn't ordered the flatbread I perhaps would have wanted more. For tapas style, great plating and portions however."

Dined on 04/10/2012

2010

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I was greatly anticipating

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2012

2011

Dined on 04/04/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I was greatly anticipating my visit to Cleo, and was certainly not let down by the amazing dishes that arrived at the table one by one. The portions are very small, so be sure to get multiple plates of each dish if dining with a large group. We thought the food was moderately priced but that the drinks were far too expensive for the amount of alcohol in each and the size. The Janapolitan was delicious but the martini glass was only 3/4 full and it tasted as though the bartender completely forgot to add the vodka. Between the four of us, we ordered the Brussell sprouts (a must!), pork belly, beef cheek, Merguez sausage, and artichoke hearts & olives. Overall, we would dine at Cleo again but would drink before we go."

Dined on 04/04/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved it!

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Dined on 04/05/2012

2010

Dined on 04/05/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Went to Cleo before seeing a show at the Pantages theater based on the impressive reviews. It did not disappoint, what a great find! The food was so flavorful, unique, and delicious. And what a great value for the price. The wine list was a little disappointing, but there's enough of a selection to make most people happy, and the cocktails are really good. Will definitely go back anytime I am in the area. May even make a trip just to go to Cleo, it's that's good!"

Dined on 04/05/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Energetic scene with good

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Dined on 04/06/2012

2004

Dined on 04/06/2012

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Energetic scene with good people watching. Great place for sharing dishes with lots of vegetarian options. Very reasonably priced wine list. Service was very attentive."

Dined on 04/06/2012

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Mediterranean food served

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Mediterranean food served tapas style. The food is delicious and the cocktails are pretty good too. It can get expensive but doesn't have to be. The flatbreads are a must try."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We will come back again and again!

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Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We loved this restaurant so much that my husband and I began to discuss our future at Cleo. We planned birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. We chatted about bringing family members and friends, both local and out of town. From the minute we arrived, it was clear everyone at Cleo works hard and takes pride in their service. They were energetic, sincere, and thoughtful. Our server, Jay, was happy to explain anything on the very creative and extensive menu for us. We found out quickly, there were no misses on the menu...every dish left us dazzled. Chef Mike Teich took the time to greet our table and made recommendations that were out of this world. I thank him and his staff for making our date night a memorable one. We will be back!"

Dined on 04/05/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

One of few places would return...

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Dined on 04/04/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"One of a few places I tried that might want return sometime. Surely they have a chef does check and care his dishes. Could improve on seafood dishes though. Curious what people from mediterranean about their dishes since I never been there to try."