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   ChrisW

   Los Angeles

   35 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   35 reviews

   Dined on September 17, 2016

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   The brunch menu was delicious! I strongly recommend the Short Rib Grilled Cheese!

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   Foodie

   Los Angeles

   17 reviews

   2.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on September 16, 2016

   overall2food2service3ambience2

   The food wasn't bad. It just wasn't anything to right home about. And quite frankly appalled at the price for a simple cocktail. One Manhattan,$18.00? I'm a foodie and also a chef. Never have paid this much (except in Las Vegas) and Magnolia is a far cry from fine dining there.

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   Okay

   Los Angeles

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on September 10, 2016

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Had a rowdy party of 8 on a Saturday night and everything was perfect. The waiter was fast with the drinks, honest with recommendations and didn't bat an eye when we asked him to take a picture (which *has* to be annoying.) We split appetizers and desserts, had our own entrees and at least 2-3 cocktails each and the final bill was beyond reasonable. The menu had something for everyone, even with multiple dietary restrictions, and the food was great. So pleased with the entire experience.

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   GaryC

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 9, 2016

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   Although I had a reservation, they didn't have a table for me and had me sit in the lounge area. I've had lunch there and it was fine, but I will never go back for dinner.

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   Daveshootsvideo

   Chicago

   5 reviews

   1.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on September 8, 2016

   overall1food2service2ambience3

   I was expecting this place to be a lot better. I came on a Thursday evening, the place was pretty empty..maybe 8 people at most. Our waiter was decent, he was quick and polite. We ordered a few cocktails, Strawberry Fields and a Manhattan...they were alright..took the waitress like 10 minutes to make them (nobody was even there so couldn't figure that out.) Ordered the tuna tartar, it was good but wasn't anything special. We decided to order the half chicken with brussel spouts and mashed potatoes. When we got our dinner, the brussel sprouts were burnt and the chicken was a little burned but that wasn't the real issue...it was SO salty. I spoke with the waiter and this other guy, wasn't sure if he worked with the chef or was a water boy? However, they brought it to his attention and our waiter took $5 off our bill that was over $100 (mainly because we ordered drinks.) After all of this our waiter brought our check without even asking if we wanted desert, so we told him we would like the key lime pie. My girlfriend loves key lime pie and said it was way to sweet...I personally thought it tasted fine. Honestly, for the prices and quality of food I would pass on this place. So many better places to go, I would like to try it again but not on my expense.

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   tercric

   Los Angeles

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined on August 30, 2016

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   We often fine at Magnolia before our Pantages shows. This time before "Newsies". My date had a scallops dinner with braised Brussels sprouts and asparagus. I had their baked mac n cheese with short rib meat mixed in. We both loved our meals.

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   Barcapnett

   Los Angeles

   27 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on August 29, 2016

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   Seared ahi was excellent. A lovely place to meet up with an old friend

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   Rich

   New York Area

   58 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on August 27, 2016

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   We have eaten here 3 or 4 times over the past 5 years. The food and service are always decent. One favorite is the avocado and beet salad.

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   Newdiner

   Minneapolis

   26 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on August 24, 2016

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Service and food were great!! I was visiting from out of town and just came across Magnolia. Glad to have found it, great place!

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    Lucky13

    Los Angeles

    244 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    244 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Remains a pleasant location in congested area where you can feel like you're getting away from it all. Excellent cocktails, and the food was good. Ahi was perfectly prepared with nice helping of spinach and wasabi mashed potatoes. Easy to hear everyone at table and a very enjoyable meal.

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    BrianE

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always fabulous. Every time. For over ten years, magnolia has been my favorite spot to dine in L.A. xoxo

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    VincentB

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2016

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    recently made reservations for my anniversary. It was on a Wednesday so I was expecting a nice and quiet dining experience. The staff was decent, but they failed to mention any specials. They rushed us thru our meal, and then was tol about specials after the bill came. Will hesitate if I go back, but probably won't. It was also pricier than I expected for an average restaurant.

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    JONATHANM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and fantastic service! Thanks so much. A real surprise gem and a definite go to!

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    AndrewB

    Vancouver

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    The food at Magnolia was very tasty, presented well and we found to be very good value. The only down side we found, was dining on a Sunday it was very slow. Started out with us being the third table in the restaurant, but by the time we finished, we were the only two there. We felt because of the slow time, the service was too laid back and could have been more attentive. Overall though, we still did enjoy our dining experience and would likely return again.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great service. The Brussel sprouts were a little over cooked but everything else was amazing!!!! Loved the cocktails!

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    AmyS

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2016

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    Great for pre-theater dining. Reasonable prices, friendly atmosphere.

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    AngelaM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    delicious and great service. menu items unique and a good variety

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    WaltK

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2016

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    Although the food was good, and the waiter was pleasant, we were crammed into a tiny booth between two other booths, so we were almost on top of the people next to us. The room was sweltering, and the waiter's answer to our statement that it was hot was, "yep, it is". "The A/C is on full blast". Then the worst part was that although we ordered our food about 5 minutes after being seated, it took 55 minutes for our food to be served. When I said something to the waiter he said, "Yeah, we got caught between the post-theater, and the pre-theater crowds". Still 55 minutes is ridiculous. Tiny booth, uncomfortably hot restaurant, and 55 minutes to be served our food. We will never go there again.....

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    stephaniec

    San Francisco

    50 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2016

    overall3food3service3ambience2

    Very nice inside though the restaurant has little curb appeal. We went for lunch and were the only 2 in the restaurant for about 45 minutes and only one other couple as we were leaving. Although the quiet is nice it is much too odd to eat in a restaurant without customers. It may be a better spot in the evening.

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    LeslieW

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2016

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Cool space. Loved the short ribs and actually everyone cleaned their plates. Need more enticing dessert options though...

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    LoraM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Small but special. Terrific service and tempting menu. Easy walk to Pantages and convenient parking.

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    janytory

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Between the three of us we had the fresh fish of the day, the beet salad with salmon added, and the short rib/grilled cheese sandwich, and we all liked our food very much. The side salads were unique with very fresh ingredients. I think for the price points involved the restaurant could spring for some type of bread for the table - the portions were adequate but not very big for the price. We went there before a play at the Pantages because our favorite place nearby did not have tables available. We would go there again for the convenience and good quality, but not ahead of our favorite!

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    ksb1001

    Los Angeles

    61 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2016

    overall3food4service3ambience3

    Close to Pantages theatre and other Hollywood sites. Food good, and nice drinks. Not too pricey, but wine was a bit high.

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    Elleni

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Pre-theatre performance lunch; delightful! Good food, nice ambiance, attentive staff. Would recommend to others.

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    Mamacat90807

    Los Angeles

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of the best places we've found in the area, and close to the Pantages Theatre.

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    WandaB

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 12, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience3

    Great, attentive service! The wait staff ensured our meal flowed without unnecessary interruptions. We each had the braised short ribs, which was delicious and more than plentiful .

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 7, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Great service, had the turkey blt - just enough for lunch, served w a simple but tasty salad. Recommend.

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    Mom2Boys

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 6, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    If one of your group is in the valley and the other on the west side, this is a great middle meeting ground. It took each of us 20-30min to reach the restaurant. There was ample parking in the lot and street behind. We didn't partake in the bar, but the menu looked enticing. Lunch sandwiches came with greens versus fries which is a thumbs up in my book!

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    SarahG

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2016

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    I made this reservation last minute since we needed to be in Hollywood around 9. When we walked in, I remembered we had been to the restaurant before and didn't really enjoy our dinner. What a change! The dinner we had on Friday was delicious! Truly, delicious. We both had salads and an entree and it was both reasonable and delicious! I was so impressed that I even mentioned how pleased we were to the host. I would definitely recommend this restaurant!!

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    RobertD

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Never disappoints - always very good, not crowded and relaxing.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Very nice food and staff. Not too noisy and generally a very pleasant experience. Plan to go again soon!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2016

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Delicious food and cocktails with nice decor. Great if you're on your way to the Arclight, or the Pantages although the valet company can be a bit crabby.

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    LovetotravelSF

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2016

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    We had been wanting to try this restaurant for quite awhile...it was a disappointment overall. My husband arrived early, the restaurant except for one table was completely empty. He was seated in the absolute worst table in the restaurant, closest to the hallway leading to the restrooms, why? We made reservations, the place was empty and he was treated horribly. I arrived, several employees at the front, no one smiled, I said I was meeting someone, and walked past them after feeling like I interrupted their chat. My husband was never offered a drink, an appetizer, just ignored until I was seated, again...why? We realized that this wasn't the vibe either of us wanted for our "date night" so we left, went to another restaurant and enjoyed the rest of our evening. Would I return, not likely, too many options in this part of town. It's unfortunate we were both looking forward to enjoying Magnolia. As a side note, we did not order anything, but in order to post a review this site requires a rating on food, hence the" poor "review.

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    Linda

    Orange County

    46 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2016

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    We arrived at 11:30am and though we were seated right away waited 10 minutes fer a server for even our drink order (there were only two other tables occupied at that time ). Placed our order and waited over 20 minutes for food. Staff was very inattentive and had to be flagged down several times even though they were standing close by. Food was good though the eggs were not hot on 2 orders. No time to send back. May try it again when in the area. Nice and close to the Pantages.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Great, attentive service, cocktails were prompt and food came out quickly. Food was very good. Not amazing or unique, but very good. I would go back.

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    iheartfood

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2016

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    I have been here a few times and I must say the service at Magnolia is always impeccable. They check in an appropriate amount of times, always keep our water filled, and everyone is just so friendly. Food is excellent. Highly recommend this gem of a restaurant!

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    wass

    Miami

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Stopped in here at the last minute on a Monday evening. Service was friendly and attentive. The hummus was delicious. I ordered the beet salad and it was great. Large enough to have ,left over for lunch the next day.

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    Biggerfan

    Los Angeles

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2016

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    Magnolia never disappoints. Food was excellent, cocktails were great, service was outstanding, and overall, great value for the price.

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    tamara

    Los Angeles

    131 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    131 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2016

    overall3food3service2ambience5

    the food was ok. it was better last time i went there. the drinks were great but we wished the guy came by more so we could have more

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    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We enjoyed our five hour dinner and drinking so much on Saturday night that we went back for brunch the next morning, looking for the end of the bottomless mamosoias. The only disappointment I experienced was no rabbit tenderloin option for Easter brunch.

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