Message: | (I haven't had the time to post in a long time but I had the time tonight (very late) and I want to mention a few places we have come to consider our "neighborhood" places...places we go to when we want to just go casual and know we will have a good meal, warm greeting and good service and not spend a ton of money...or maybe we will depending on the wine...but have the option for very good wine or other beverages at reasonable prices.
La Vecchia on Main Street (off Hill) in Santa Monica- very good Italian from thin crust pizzas, great salads and pastas, not to mention very good main dishes such as chicken, veal and steak...all reasonably priced and very well prepared. Always crowded yet never overwhelming or loud.
I had posted a more detailed overview when we first moved to LA from NYC and were so excited to finally find a decent/good Italian that is local, dependable and moderately priced...
We also like Sushi Roku on Ocean Avenue, though I know they get mixed reviews. I do like the one in West Hollywood better (nice garden) but for good sushi, interesting non-sushi dishes (great special appetizers)
and good service (better when they get to know you) Sushi Roku is a great standby. We always have a good time...they do have a good sake list.
A few last honorable mentions, on Abbott Kinney in Venice, there is Hal's, decent if you know what to order and a nice atmosphere (mixed reviews as well), Joe's- which everyone has heard enough about and just for fun...and atmosphere...The Lobster on Ocean, right off the pier.
Just my limited list of standby's...but always we have a positive experience.
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