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Name: La Frite
Address: 15013 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA, United States, 91403
Telephone: (818) 990-1791
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

La Frite

4.1

78 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Serving the San Fernando Valley for four decades, La Frite cafe has become a staple of the Sherman Oaks areas. Nostalgic from its desserts to its decor, La Frite Cafe brings back the feeling of a Paris Bistro to Los Angeles. We have made quality the cornerstone of all our efforts because our customers are, and have been, an extension of our family for over 39 years. We serve our community best by ensuring that our customer's dining expieriences, special celebrations and occasions become extraordinary memories.

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Tipsy Mule (On Draft)$10.00
Pinnacle Vodka, House-Made Ginger Beer, Lime
Penicillin$12.00
Famous Grouse Scotch, Single Malt, ginger juice, and honey syrup
Old Fashioned$10.00
Jim Beam Rye, Brown Sugar, Luxardo Maraschino, Bitters, and orange rind
Ventura Lemonade$11.00
Vodka, House-Made Vanilla Bean Lemonade
Urban Julep$11.00
Copper & Kings brandy, Lemon, Maple Syrup, Mint, Bitters
Red Heifer$11.00
Jalapeno infused vodka, fresh strawberry, agave, Ginger Beer
Paloma$11.00
Grapefruit-infused Zapopan Blanco, lime, agave, soda water and grapefruit bitters
Bovine Bessy$11.00
Vodka, pineapple syrup, elderflower, lime, prosecco, basil
California Creamin'$11.00
vodka, orgeat, ginger simple,lime, coconut milk
Tropic Thunder$12.00
Fidencio Mezcal, pineapple, honey simple, basil oil, black pepper and celery bitters
Aussie Sour$11.00
Jim Beam Rye, Byrrh, lemon, maple syrup, egg white and bitters
White Sangria$9.00
White wine, various cordials, mango, orange and guava

What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.0Food
4.2Service
4.0Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Quiet

87% of people would recommend it to a friend

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Larry
Los Angeles
271 reviews
vip
4.0
271 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
I've been to La Frite numerous times over many years. It appears there have been some changes to the menu, but not drastic. What they did was pare it down to the dishes that most people have loved for years and updated it a bit. One of my favorites has always been their spinach salad. However, the change was to replace the mushroom slices with chicken slices. Fortunately, the dressing is great and blots out any problems. (Ask for extra dressing on the side.) In this case, it was the tasteless, dry chicken. Next time I will ask if I can get the mushrooms instead. I hope they haven't changed their great La Frite Burger. By the way, this was lunch. Their dinners are good too.
SJ
StephanJ
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2017
overall2food2service4ambience3
We wanted to try this restaurant in a last minute decision. Arrived at the restaurant which was about half full and was greater very nicely. Ordered starter and main course with my wife. The food arrived relatively fast. Nothing fantastic but quality food was served. Would I come back ? Probably not.
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Underwhelmed
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2017
overall4food3service3ambience4
Food was as expected - solid but not exciting. Very hard to get waitstaff attention for water refills, etc. once the meal was served. I would have liked to order a glass of wine but no one came by to check on whether we needed anything. Creme brûlée was oversized, but two tiny scoops of ice cream were overpriced at $8.
BS
BridgetS
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
The Sunday brunch is a favorite here as they have bottomless mimosas! Also I love the half cantaloupe filled with port and strawberries! The eggs Benedict is typically my go to but I was surprised that the hollandiase tasted different. A little too lemony then before? The croissant are seriously the BEST! A great value at $28 for 2 courses including croissant and bottomless mimosas!!!!
JL
JeffLfromTO
Los Angeles
68 reviews
vip
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have written about this place before. We usually go there for Sunday brunch. With bottomless champagne included, the brunch special is $28.00. It is not a buffet. However, the amount of food is ample to fill almost anyone. Support this place!
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dineout
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience2
We had an overall pleasant experience.
B
Bonita
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2017
overall5food4service4ambience4
Have been coming here for years, then stopped when everything fell apart years ago. Now it's under new and very wonderful ownership. A pleasure to return to what used to be my "go to" restaurant.
c
christine
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a nice friend's get together for Saturday brunch and the food and service were excellent!
T
Thomas
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2017
overall2food2service4ambience2
The previous owners had a good menu. It was changed to the worse
D
Diane
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Frite is a very cozy restaurant with lovely French food. The crepes are especially delicious. Nice wine list and friendly service. I like the ambience. It's a nice place to sit and talk. Also has some very nice outdoor seating on a warm evening.
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Laup
Los Angeles
65 reviews
vip
4.0
65 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
We had not been to LF since the change of ownership some time ago but had been regulars at the old Woodland Hills branch and occasional diners in SH. We were pleased that LF is fresh, pleasant, and still with all its classics. The place seems well managed and the staff seemed happy and professional. The French onion soup was great. The small steak for the bargain-price anniversary meal was tender and good, but not exciting. Similarly, the fries were good but not great. next time, I will go either for one of their hamburgers or an old favorite like coq a vin or their featured fish. I am sure it will be very good and the evening pleasant.
Y
Yasmine
Los Angeles
98 reviews
vip
4.0
98 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Authentic and delicious french food. Service is excellent. Location is great (heart of Sherman Oaks) Best to make a reservation; does get busy. We took advantage of their June promo to celebrate their 45th Anniversary. What a deal! They're offering it for the rest of the month = onion soup, steak & french fries, champagne for only $20/person!
KE
KEVINC
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a very pleasant business lunch in a quiet corner booth. The service was most polite, efficient and unobtrusive. The food, the wine, made for a very enjoyable environment. The location of the restaurant is most convenient and the parking facility easy to approach.
VC
VickiC
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2017
overall3food4service2ambience4
Acceptable menus choices for french restaurants. Prices are average but everything is alacarte so it can get very expensive for just a dinner out. Service was not great. Had to keep asking for server to come back to table.
DA
DianeA
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2017
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great French onion soup. Not salty like some. Wonderful ambiance. Nice French bistro cuisine.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2017
overall3food4service2ambience4
The food was very good but the service was extremely slow
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience3
I highly recommend. Food was great, service was outstanding.
DP
DrPaul
Denver
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had dined at La Frite many years ago, and were anxious to see if it was still as good. While the menu had changed, and this was a different location, the overall feeling was quite familiar. We arrived at 5:45 on a Saturday evening, and had to leave by 7:00 pm for a play at the Ahmanson, so the restaurant wasn't very busy. While returning here might not be a high priority for us, the experience was quite good.
DT
DrToriLuv
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2017
overall4food5service4ambience4
La Frite's food is always incredible it never disappoints. Their wine list isn't great but the impeccable service and quality atmosphere makes up for any other lacking elements. True neighborhood gem.
M
Makayla
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
My family of 5 went for Mother's Day 2017. We have a 5 year old and the kids menu was a good selection. My dad got a steak and it was quite delicious but not medium rare like he ordered. The spinach and tomato crepe that I got was good, but perhaps a little too much spinach. Other than that, food was great. It was busy this day of course. We got chocolate souffles for dessert. They were really good!!! But a tad overcooked. Odd music choices for a cute French cafe though. Overall great food, good service. Average dish cost $16-18.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Anchorage
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a wonderful Mother's Day brunch at La Fritte. It was a fantastic meal, wonderful service and overall a great experience. I give it an A+!! Each meal was super and the desserts were divine! Particularly noteworthy was the waitress. She was so warm, friendly and genuine - really a rare treat!! We have had many meals at La Fritte and will certainly have many more. It is our favorite French restaurant in LA. We will go back many times in the future.
PG
PatriciaG
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2017
overall5food5service3ambience4
We come here occasionally and everytime we eat here we wonder why we don't come more often. The food is fresh, delicious and well prepared. Service can be a bit slow but if you are with friends just order early and enjoy the ambiance while you visit!
JC
JanC
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2017
overall3food2service4ambience4
We use to dine here frequently and had not been here in awhile. We were really disappointed. The food was very mediocre but pricey. Our friends ordered the escargot and they said it was not good at all. My husband ordered the Petrale sole and said the fish tasted "old". I had the pan seared salmon and it was "ok"- nothing special about it at all. The waitress was very friendly and service was good but there are much better French restaurants all along Ventura Blvd which we will be going to instead of La Frite. Not sure what happened to it- it use to be much better.
CS
ClayS
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Brunch is always awesome at this place. Bring a big appetite because the servings are quite large...but great.
AY
AmyY
Los Angeles
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2017
overall3food4service5ambience4
Our server was fantastic and full of personality. We started with the fresh baked croissants and mimosas for brunch. We then ordered the ratatouille a la fromage. It was quite good. My friends both had salads that they thought were about average. I had the shrimp creole on baguette. I am not sensitive to spice and it was incredibly spicy! I would not order it again, I only ate half and had to throw out the other. I would return to try their breakfast, crepes etc. but was disappointed in my meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic brunch with a great Server, Cassidy! Love this place!
A
Almost
Los Angeles
15 reviews
2.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2017
overall2food3service4ambience3
Wine was expensivefir the quality. Crepes seemed over seasoned. Salad was good though and paired nicely with crepe. Bread was delicious. Waitress and serving staff was accommodating and attentive. Quiet atmosphere made for a relaxing experience on a Friday night after a busy week, but food could have been better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been to La Frite many times in the past years. On this Sunday after seeing and hearing a wonderful classical concert, my friend and I choose this restaurant for an early dinner to end the simply great day. We had no expectations and just decided to try La Frite as it was convenient and the day allowed us to dine outside. We were so pleasantly surprised at our choices which were displayed beautifully and tasted so delicious as well. We shared a lovely salad which came out on individual plates. Then we both had the trout entree which had choices of sauces with a green vegetable and yummy mashed potatoes. The waitress was warm,sweet, and totally accommodating to our needs. The dessert was a surprise as we were also celebrating my friend's birthday. We saved half of the meal and took it home for another day. However, we wiped the dessert plate clean. All in all, dining at La Frite was a great experience from"soup to nuts!"
s
stiles
Los Angeles
383 reviews
vip
4.0
383 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Mussels, onion soup and pate all very good but we've had better nearby. Bread came out chilled and not hot as usual, but they quickly remedied that when told. Tarte tatin very good as well as are the various hamburgers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2017
overall3food5service5ambience5
Great food - great time - we were celebrating a birthday so I called ahead to see if I could drop off an ice cream cake early and was told they could they would keep it in their freezer. However, when they cut the cake it was super melted - meaning it probably wasn't in a freezer very long - very disappointed as ice cream cake was very expensive! :-(
CD
CharleneD
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best part of this restaurant is that you can actually have a conversation without yelling. I am so tired of restaurants being so noisy that I can't even hear myself. The food and service was great. I will definitely go back.
SB
StannyB
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Returned to La Frite for first time in 25 years. Nice to see not much has changed with respect to a warm, welcoming room and staff and fine cuisine and service. Solid all around, and deserves to survive and thrive in the coming decades. All three of us had different fish dishes and were well-pleased with execution and kitchen creativity. Will return soon!
s
stiles
Los Angeles
383 reviews
vip
4.0
383 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
NEW OWNERS AND SLIGHT CHANGE IN MENU FOR THE BETTER. PRESENTATIONS BETTER NOW. VERY ENJOYABLE
LL
LoLo
Los Angeles
69 reviews
vip
3.0
69 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2017
overall3food1service5ambience4
This was the worst meal I ever ate. I had trout almondine which was so lemony and way too salty. The mashed potatoes were ice cold as were the rubbery string beans. My husband's fish is was not much better. Our friend's hanger steak was nothing like what is pictured on their web photo and the frites were cold and tasteless.
L
Laiping
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 6, 2017
overall3food2service5ambience3
The food does not match the prices they charge. The waitress was very polite and efficient. I definitely would not go back for their food
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience4
My main complaint is that they have made their portions much smaller. I like the atmosphere and it is laid out such that conversation with friends is possible unlike so many other places. We have been going here for many years and dinners have gotten smaller. Also, service was a little slower than usual but the removal of dishes was swift; too swift I would say. Some of us were still eating our meals!
AA
AAS623
Las Vegas
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food. Great service. Enjoyed their brunch. The champagne kept coming and they serve a good amount of food.
A
Almost
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Crepes are a unique alternative to a typical date night dinner. Something different in a quiet romantic environment.
m
mitch
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very nice with good food. We were there early so no noise from a crowded room
JD
JohnD
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2017
overall1food3service2ambience1
Service started off fine but got worse dramatically throughout the meal. I had taken my wife here for her birthday and was highly disappointed with the arrogance and lack of customer service demonstrated by the managers when they screwed up so badly. We will never dine here again.

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Tipsy Mule (On Draft)$10.00

Penicillin$12.00

Old Fashioned$10.00

Ventura Lemonade$11.00

Urban Julep$11.00

Red Heifer$11.00

Paloma$11.00

Bovine Bessy$11.00

California Creamin'$11.00

Tropic Thunder$12.00

Aussie Sour$11.00

White Sangria$9.00

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