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Muddy Leek

Muddy Leek is an innovative, gourmet restaurant practicing farm-to-table sourcing and dedicated to providing food for enriching the moments in life we wish to celebrate. Using exclusively organic, locally farmed produce, the kitchen at Muddy Leek remains an ever-changing, dynamic place where curiosity reigns and each item is made in house from scratch. Creating innovative seasonal menus, owners Julie and Whitney are active members in the larger community of farmers, artisans and winemakers throughout Southern California working together to sustain the integrity of food.
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89 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
(89 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 89 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(29)
3 stars
(22)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(3)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(52)
  • neighborhood gem(51)
  • great for outdoor dining(27)
  • great for lunch(18)
  • special occasion(14)
  • good for groups(13)
Muddy Leek Reviews List
Review 1 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Impeccable warm service

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was slightly disappointing given Jonathan Gold's review, but our server and the owner more than made up for it with the knowledge of the food, their attention and charm."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great Happy Hour!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The choices of food and beverage were terrific!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I found Muddy Leek to be wonderful. The food was very good, as was the service. It was nice to find a non-pretentious, relatively inexpensive restaurant, with food on this level."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Name doesn't match ambience

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I expected Muddy Leek to be all homey and artisanal in design, but no they went for the nondescript sleek white marble wine bar look!
it was quiet when we arrived at 9.00pm on Friday, however the lack of customers did not speed up the service. I think the staff had decided they were done for the night even though we were not late, and other customers came in after us.
Food was so so. in the ho hum current style that's everywhere in places like Akasha or Waterloo & City. Well at least it was easy to park here so that's a benefit.
the high spot was the lamb curry dish which was well spiced and beautifully cooked.
Mary our server, however was gracious and outshone her "too cool for school" lazy co-workers who were disinterested in customers.
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Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 5 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Plates are easy to share. Specialty drink (Waltzing Mathilda) was fabulous! Menu small but varied with daily specials. Very pleasant patio dining."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Bad night?

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Beef tastes like liver, chicken was dry, risotto wasn't cooked, waitress wasn't knowledgeable, took over an hour to get main courses, when mains arrived we had no silverware, busses never refilled water glasses until asked...overall very horrible experience. Amateur mistakes being made...need to train staff and hire a new chef who a rurally tastes food before it leaves the kitchen. This is Gordon Ramsey 101...huge disappointment."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 7 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wanted to be back on the next day!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I wanted to try this place for a while. Our expectations were super high.. guess what! Was AMAZING!!!
Small plates perfect to share. Such earthy and rich flavors that stick in your mind.. that you want more and more.
The service was perfect! The waitress was super friendly and made our experience even better.
Drinks.. ooo the drinks... I am not huge fan to have drinks with my dinner.. but they were so good that I had two! Try the Italian Mule!
It is well priced. You can feel the quality of the food.
We will be back soon for sure."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pretty consistent

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"You will not be disappointed at this delightful neighborhood restaurant. The food is delicious and consistent. I have eaten there a few times as it is not close to where I live. I find whatever I order is very good. The pastry chef is a miracle! His breads and deserts are consistently delicious.
The service is great,they have made me a fan!
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Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Muddy leek

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a really nice tme and the food was unique and delicious"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

If you want to leave your

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"If you want to leave your paycheck there and leave hungry, this is a place for you! We love Picca and MoChica, so were VERY disappointed in this experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
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Review 11 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Muddy Leak was a big disappointment

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Rather disappointing: The staff seemed a bit disorganized. The waiter took a long time to bring our drinks - we thought he forgot about us. The menu is very overpriced considering the quality and size of the plates. All the portions were small (except the mac n cheese). The food was mediocre overall. Nothing stood out. Ei. The $30 sea bass was tiny and completely underwhelming on the bland plate of undercooked beans. The setting and location is great. But there are too many other restaurants in LA that are far superior for the same price. Muddy Leak will have to step up its game if it is to turn the corner. We were so disappointed by the overall experience we went to Akasha afterwards for wine and desert."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2012
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Review 12 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food - creative

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food - creative and very tasty but not too pretentious. We shared flan with mushrooms, duck rillettes, rabbit, short ribs, Moroccan lamb, rhubarb and blueberry cobbler, donuts with custard and strawberry sauce. Also loved the house-cured salmon on shaved fennel that was complementary and truly enjoyed that as well. Can become my next favorite restaurant that we go to when we are in LA. (we live in Orange County.)"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Yum!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific new restaurant in the hood!!! Innovative and delicious. Great vibe-freindly folks and good service."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

I had been to this restaurant

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
"I had been to this restaurant three weeks ago and had a fabulous experience; great food and a terrific Server.Tuesday night I returned with a party of four, and it was awful. Horrible, dry, gristled food, and terrible service. A waiter who was completely fuddled, and a bus boy who was a deer in the headlights, repeatedly attempting to fill our water glasses to the spill point. Lastly, the noise level was so high conversation was nigh impossible. What a disasterous evening.And, when I pointed out to the Server that the steaks were really bad, he made no attempt to right the situation, no interest at all. Sorry, but for those prices - and it was pricey - I will not give them another chance."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2010
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Review 15 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

muddy

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"no sure if it was due to the Jonathan gold review and they weren't ready for a busy crowd, but numerous things were sold out, the service was slow and the food was poorly cooked. undercooked veggies and a tough steak. stick with the dishes that have leeks actually in the dish, those were the best we had. drinks were also tasty. overall just small portions at a high price point that weren't all that fabulous.
will try the happy hour before I call it quits.
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Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Every dish was good, some

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Every dish was good, some very good. The dessert was outstanding and service was excellent. Waters were always topped off without me flagging anyone down. I'd like to go back soon to try more dishes and possibly edit my review."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Muddy Leek Stuck in the Muck

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1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We couldn't wait to return to Muddy Leek after our first visit in December. Unfortunately, the new reality of Muddy Leek betrayed our memories. In brief, our food took forever to arrive, came in the wrong order, and, with one exception (leek,fava and egg tart), wasn't very good. Perhaps the restaurant was overwhelmed from being Jonathan Gold's pick of the week, but that's all the more reason the hostess should NOT have been surly, our server should have been on the ball, and the kitchen should have had more than person actually cooking. Kudos to the smart, stylish and helpful semolier and the lavender haired server who saw we were annoyed with the otherwise slow service and pitched in when she could. We went elsewhere for desert we'd enjoy."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2004
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Review 18 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The service was very good,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"The service was very good, but of the seven items that we had, only a few of them were tasty."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2007
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Review 19 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Small plates, starters and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Small plates, starters and cocktails were great.. Entrees were not so great. The shortrub entree was entirely fatty and wrapped in a tasteless pastry. The seabass was overwhelmed with fennel and flavorless ontop of dried beans.
Next time, no entrees. Everything else was great."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

After getting stood up by

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"After getting stood up by my dining companions at the 11th hour, the staff was more than gracious and accomodating"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2006
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Review 21 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Everything was underwhelming

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was underwhelming and way overpriced! Will not be going back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 22 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was my second visit in

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my second visit in a week! A fabulous neighborhood find! I haven't been disappointed in any of the dishes I've tried. The staff is very friendly and the service has been perfect. Love the chocolate caramel dessert!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Simply great food

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food... The garlic soup was superb and unlike other restaurants it is served nice and hot and not tepid warm. We can't wait to go back. Very good all around!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful addition to the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful addition to the neighborhood and good destination spot! The potato soup was healthy and phenomenal. The olive fritters tasty and not greasy. Steak and lamb were very homey and flavorful. Aside from the fresh ingredients there is such an interesting variety, we are sure to return and explore further."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I think the prices are high

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"I think the prices are high for the portions."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious brunch with friends.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Delicious brunch with friends. Stand outs were the chicken salad, turkey sandwich and the chocolate caramel tart. Everything was fresh and service was warm and friendly. Would definitely recommend."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Muddy Leek is very good. Upscale,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Muddy Leek is very good. Upscale, new american cuisine. A solid menu that changes a bit, plus a lot of seasonal specials with the freshest ingredients. Best in show menu items: short ribs, arugula salad, brocollini with sundried tomatoes and shrimp n grits, which is really a creamy luscious polenta. Prices are reasonable for the quality of food you get, but small plates are small."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A big surprise

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This new restaurant was a most pleasant experience, everyone was friendly and helpful. The bread and deserts are special and our salads were fresh and delicious ."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Muddy Leek Rocks

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Food quality was exceptional- everything is organic and fresh. Interesting dishes with imaginative spices. The artichokes with mint and garlic knocked our socks off. Homemade sodas were to die for. All dishes were simple yet imaginative.The chocolate molten dessert was off the charts. Service staff was really helpful friendly and swift. This place is a gem."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious soups. Fantastic

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Delicious soups. Fantastic sliders. Great service. We had a great lunch sitting outside restaurant it was a perfect day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Waiters and bartenders were

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Waiters and bartenders were super friendly but the food fell short. The gnocchi had no taste."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2003
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Review 32 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tasty splurge, but hard to find

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very tough to find if you don't know exactly where to look, but once I found it, it was well worth the confusion. Plenty of vegetarian options; a lot of care is taken with the food and drink here. Rather dark inside; otherwise I think I could have appreciated the look as much as the taste of the food. We took a few of the server's recommendations and were very happy that we did."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Overall is ok, the portion

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Overall is ok, the portion of food is kind of small which compare with the price, I will feel it is pricey."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another Culver City Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I read amazing reviews of Muddy Leek doing some DineLA research and was dying to try it. It did not disappoint. My friend and I ended up sharing one DineLA 4-course meal and adding some extra small bite items and everything was great. We had the eggs with chanterelles which was a good, unique dish. The squab tacos were truly to die for – my first time having squab and it was delicious! We also had the beet salad, cauliflower, and mushroom risotto – all were very good. We had the venison for our main course and it was unbelievably delicious! The dessert was good, but it was a panna cotta and it wasn’t set, so it wasn’t perfect, but the flavors were all there, so we licked the bowl. The food was truly spectacular."
Dined on 01/22/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Muddy Leek
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

had read about the chicken

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"had read about the chicken fried bacon; so we had to try it. We were very disappointed, as were the people at the table behind us.
The mushroom(?) tart was very good, the flat iron steak was ok; the pizzette was just ok.
we mentioned to the hostess that we had a birthday person at our table; so at the end of dinner they brought little plates and their chocolate dessert with a candle, which was nice. But when the bill came, there was a charge for the dessert. If I am going to pay for dessert, I would like to choose which one I want, don't you think?
As time went on, it got very loud; so I am glad we went early and were able to leave before any others arrived. other than that, all is well. I wish them well.
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Dined on 01/19/2013
 2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Muddy Leek
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate