La Poubelle Restaurant & Bar

La Poubelle Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Joaquin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on January 21, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My friends and I agreed that 2018 would be the year of decadence for all of us, and La Poubelle was the place to make it happen. We tried the Hemingway cocktail, which was refreshing but also kicked you in the back of the throat. Aptly named. We also had the coq au vin, which was cooked to perfection. We did not need dessert but that didn’t stop us from trying the chocolate mousse. Decadence to the max! Our server was efficient and very nice. I love the chic but not too snobby atmosphere.
   

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2. DZ

   DeanZ

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 28, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   An old favorite of mine, great food, great service .
   

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3. JE

   JohnE

   Los Angeles17 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on November 18, 2017

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   This place is not really meant for those looking for the best meal in their lives. Rather, order a glass of wine or cocktail, snack on some truffle fries, and you might notice a few recognizable faces enjoying a rambunctious conversation. Being next UCB, undoubtedly you might witness a familiar visage. The burger has flavor but is overly dense and dry. Short rib braise is a "don't even". The drinks are fine, I'd probably stick with your favorite red wine. The fries were good. Probably best to stick to the small plates and appetizers rather than going in for a fine french meal. The Bourgeois Pig is next store, their Buffy-ish vibe and mocha is a good way to have a dessert-like pick-me-up. TL;DR: come for the wine, the scene, the fries, the location next to UCB. Skip the entrees. Grab coffee next store.
   

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4. LT

   LaytonT

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 14, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I lived in Hollywood years ago and LOVED this place. It was so nice to be back years later and see that little had changed. It is still the warm, wonderful, lovely place to go for gorgeous food and welcoming ambiance. My only suggestion is to insure that Monday Happy Hour has house bubble available...second time you haven't had.. I can't order a bottle and return to work and driving....
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles1 review

   1.0

   Dined on November 11, 2017

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   terrible. go to church and state. food was bland, overpriced, and the servers lacked enough intelligence to serve.
   

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6. E

   Edward VIP

   Las Vegas3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on October 24, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   I had a cocktail, salad, entree, coffee and dessert. When I requested bread I was told that there was a charge, but I ordered the bread ($3). I expected to be charged for coffee ($5), but was surprised to be charged the same for my second cup. Seems like "nickle and dime'ng".
   

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7. SB

   SallyB

   Los Angeles25 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on October 15, 2017

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   I saw an episode of "The Best Thing I Ever Ate" on Food Network in which Curtis Stone said the Coq au Vin at La Poubelle was the best he had ever had. So, we made the rather long drive from the Beach Cities up to Hollywood thinking it must be worth the drive. It was not. My husband and I both had the Coq au Vin which was good, but certainly not great, and our guests had the mussels and French onion soup. One guest said the onion soup was uninspired and the other guest had 5 mussels in their dish that remained unopened. This doesn't speak well as to the freshness of the seafood. We wouldn't go back even if it was close to home.
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Washington DC4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on September 27, 2017

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   It’s too dark. Literally. I can’t even see what I’m eating. They turned the lights down even more toward the end of my meal. Also, note to servers: I know your job sucks, but we don’t need to hear the dramatic banter between you all. It’s not what we’re paying for. Take it to the back. ;) Service was ok. Occasionally surly, but this is LA so I’m not sure they would even realize it. The food was decently prepared, enjoyable, and that’s why I’m giving it 3 stars.
   

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9. LL

   LindsayL

   Los Angeles8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on September 24, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing happy hour menu
   

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10. DC

    DCScott

    Washington DC2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 17, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Charming old L.A. Neighborhood French Restaurant (Since 1969) with friendly service, good food and a good bar.
    

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