Engine Co. No. 28

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   Scottz

   Los Angeles

   1 review

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   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

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   No people in restaurant on Saturday night

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 14, 2023

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Good and good service

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 3, 2023

   overall2food4service1ambience3

   The service was terrible. We were literally the only table (3-people) and it took forever just to get someone over to see if we needed water or anything. Service continued to be extremely slow and inefficient. The menu had a nice bottle of Pinot Grigio that we ordered, when it was delivered to the table the bottle was a Pinot Grigio but of a much reduced caliber. When we inquired about it the waiter simply said - well that’s all we have. When asked if this inferior bottle would have an adjusted price he said he’ll see but the final bill had the price of the better bottle. And by the way, for the first time in my life ordering wine in a restaurant , they didn’t pour the first glass or even a taste. Just dropped the bottle on the table and left. Cool venue but now understand why we where the only ones in the place.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 2, 2023

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   Lack of staff, food was subpar, expensive for portions and quality. No parking nearby, super disappointed as we’d been here years ago and had an amazing experience. It’s downhill and unfortunate.

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 1, 2023

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   The drinks tasted like nothing but alcohol, we only ordered dessert but I’m glad because even though it should have been sweet both the cheesecake and chocolate mousse were drenched in caramel and neither tasted like anything else. Disappointed for choosing this place for a special new years dinner in DTLA.

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   LovesNYC

   New York Area

   5 reviews

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   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on December 30, 2022

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   Good location, fun ambiance, food ok. Wouldn't return - the weather was very cold and rainy and there weren't enough warm soup/stew options. Also very loud sound track running.

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   PhillyRich

   Los Angeles

   112 reviews

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   5.0

   112 reviews

   Dined on December 16, 2022

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   I enjoyed my meatloaf with spinach and mashed potatoes. Everything was well-presented and tasted great! Service was outstanding.

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   SuzetteB

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 9, 2022

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   The happy hour menu a few years ago was better and cheaper. It included a dessert and the drinks were more of a variety. The hours were longer it started around 3 and ended about 9. I was very disappointed.

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   NancyH

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 8, 2022

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   Will never return, last time I was there it was one of the best places to eat in downtownLA

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    Impressed

    Minneapolis

    9 reviews

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    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Great server in Chrissy - good service overall.

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    SteveM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2022

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    1 Waitress @ 6 pm Wed night. 2 parties of about 40 people total. SLOW SERVICE Food portions VERY SMALL for the prices. Calamari was the worst ever fed humans Chicken wings seemed cooked about 1` week ago Actually WANT A REFUND of $280 bucks

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    CaliforniaFoodie

    Los Angeles

    47 reviews

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    2.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

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    Very dated. Went at 6pm on a Saturday and there were few people and the food was "average" at best. The carpet had holes in it, and they used paper napkins (fine dining place usually use cloth). Bathrooms were new redone and nice. I was a patron more than 20 years ago - definitely not the same.

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    Sylonboard

    Los Angeles

    66 reviews

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    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience2

    The place was empty for 2hrs. I guess their brunch isn't very popular. We had 2 waiters that were very attentive. They had a good brunch selection. The place has great history. We put on firemen gear and took pictures.

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    Rita

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

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    Food over salted Portions smaller than usual Waiter did not compensate for dissatisfaction with our meals

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    FaithfulFoodie

    Los Angeles

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience3

    Had a great experience at the Engine Company The atmosphere was easy and very casual.

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    CaseyL

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

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    We were so delighted to find this restaurant! Great food and wonderful service. The staff was welcoming and friendly, even offering historical background on the fire station. We particularly enjoyed the ambiance and atmosphere of the 1912 building.

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    lhfoodie

    New York Area

    6 reviews

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    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

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    Food and service was great but I would ask about the price of a mocktail before ordering one. I was charged full price as if my drink included alcohol, insane. It was adjusted after I complained.

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    AtlantaScotts

    Atlanta

    16 reviews

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    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great, Cody location with great, comfort food!

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    Monica

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2022

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    It was our group’s first DineLA get together since Covid. While we prefer outdoor dining, I did not want to be eating street side in Downtown. Luckily we were able to be accommodated as I requested one of the more isolated tables in the restaurant and it wasn’t busy on a Monday evening. Our service was great and we were drinking so much water. Our hostess also had wine and cocktail recommendations that paired well with our food. We each ordered something different on the DineLA menu. I had the calamari, Scottish salmon, and cheesecake. The calamari was nice and light, salmon was cooked perfectly to a nice flakey gesture and crispy skin. The cheesecake did have a strange flakey texture to me. I’m a little critical because I make a lot of cheesecakes for friends and family and I was expecting it to be creamier. It might have been a lack of eggs or something was off. My friends had the short rib (very good), chicken Parmesan, lemon pepper wings, and cauliflower buffalo wings. They all looked good.

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    Halp

    Los Angeles

    232 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    232 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience3

    Went from DineLA dinner. Seem as if they were ill-prepared for the event.

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    Anita

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience1

    Engine Co. No. 28 WAS a nice spot for buisness lunches. Its really showing wear and tear, our booth seat was torn, scrapes on the paneling and tabletop. The bar fridge was broken so white wine and beer were not available and the cheeses cake tasted a bit strange. I will say the wagu burger was good. Please make the investment and update the interior.

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    MaryL

    Los Angeles

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall4food3service2ambience3

    Engine Co was ok. Maybe breakfast is not their strong point. The meal was alright. Service was casual.

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    Jackie

    Orange County

    27 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

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    The service was pathetic. The food was quite decent, except for the side salad, which was down there with the service.

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    USCmom

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience4

    Very disappointing. Food is so bland. Won’t be back

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    LinetteR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Great restaurant within walking distance of our downtown LAt also hotel. It's located in a historic fire station and decorated with fire station and LA memorabilia. I had the spicy shrimp (huge!) over a creamy and flavorful risotto that also contained mushrooms and asparagus. Would definitely recommend this little gem.

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    MissMercury

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

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    Good food but SO overpriced. They charged me 12.95 for a tiny side caesar salad added to my main entree. Also told me rolls were included but charged me for them.

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    frenchy584

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very good service

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    DeborahS

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2022

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    The food was good, but not as good as it used to be.

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    DavideR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2022

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    Love it. I would recommend to a friend. Very nice location and service

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    BenL

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great cob salad! And great service in the financial district

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

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    Outstanding restaurant. Attentive staff and amazing food!!

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    DawnA

    Columbus

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2022

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    We went right at 1130a when they opened during the week. Our server was perfect. She was friendly, efficient, helpful, and respected the time we needed to talk business. Food was delish and I can see coming here for a happy hour. Great vibe.

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    Teek

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

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    A little disappointed with the lack of menu items available during our visit. There were 4 of us and we each ordered a different meal. Well 2 of the meals we ordered were not available in the kitchen that evening although it was listed in the menu. They appeared to be short staffed, but the staff that was there was excellent. The service was slow because there was just not enough people working.

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    Tanja

    Hamburg

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Tolles Restaurant in einem alten Feuerwehrhaus. Die Bedienungwn Waren alle sehr freundlich und bemüht. Das Essen war frisch zubereitet und die Hamburger haben lecker geschmeckt. Kleines Manko: die Klimaanlage war etwas zu kalt eingestellt, so dass ein längeres Verweilen nicht unbedingt möglich ist.

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    IanH

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

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    Nostalgia is cool & this place is all that. Our server & support staff were fantastic! With no lack of selection, food was spot on.

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    KathrynE

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2022

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    We sat outside. We were treated well, even though we were the only table. Food was delicious. Service was good. No complaints.

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    AntonC

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This was a quiet place if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of LA Live on a Saturday. Really good food and friendly service. I would go again.

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    Hollyt1

    Los Angeles

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2022

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    Calamari appetizer was very good. Beer selection was poor. Waitstaff attentive.happy hours rules antiquated

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    Rogue

    Los Angeles

    45 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2022

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    We made reservations only to find once we arrived that the restaurant was closed. Poor form, Open Table.

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    caphilldiner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Management should be ashamed to place untrained staff as servers. The servers were no better than a a fast food counter server. When I’m paying these prices, I would expect service commensurate with what the establishment expects of me as a customer. Here, the servers were completely untrained. I don’t blame them so much as the management who should know better. The food was mediocre at best. Came out cold with no taste. $40 NY prime steak was more like a flat iron steak. My salmon was gross. Other plates similarly bad. Spent $400 to entertain a group for lunch and couldn’t have been more embarrassed. I will never return to this restaurant. You shouldn’t go either.

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