From Domaine Restaurant's Tim Goodell comes Public Kitchen & Bar, new at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, featuring a menu of eclectic American fare. The landmark hotel's reimagined dining hall offers locals and travelers alike a stunning setting reminiscent of a stylish and welcoming private home. A loft-inspired design provides a lighter, brighter space highlighted by black walnut butcher block tables, redesigned 1960s library chairs and diamond-tufted banquettes. At the room's center, a large, three-sided, marble topped bar offers creative cocktails, a moderately priced bottle wine list, beers by draft and bottle and an assortment of cured meats and cheeses.

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Overall

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

(57 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 57 reviews

5 stars

(14)

4 stars

(20)

3 stars

(16)

2 stars

(7)

1 star

(0)

Food

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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fit for foodies(24)
special occasion(19)
good for groups(15)

hot spot(15)
neighborhood gem(13)
great for brunch(12)

Public Kitchen and Bar Reviews List

Review 1 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pleasantly suprised

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Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It has been years since we had dinner at the Roosevelt. I heard the Public Kitchen was getting good reviews, so I decided to treat my wife for her birthday. The place was hoping! We arrived about 7:00 and the pool party was just leaving, and when we made our way inside, we found a huge fund raising event. People everywhere and the sound level was a little intense. We entered the Public Kitchen and Bar and found a little haven of calm and style. The ambiance is smooth and comforting, the service is good and the food is better. I couldn't have asked for a better place to treat my wife for her birthday."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 2 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Sunday Brunch

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Sunday Brunch Buffet was loaded with unique and very tasty items, not at all the usual steam table bacon, sausage and scrambled eggs. The server was charming, and attentive without being a nuisance. We will be back."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: great for brunch

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Review 3 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

drinks and food amazing! The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"drinks and food amazing! The Calamari OMG!!!!"

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot

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Review 4 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Slow service, food was just

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/24/2013

2006

Dined on 04/24/2013

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Slow service, food was just ok, almost impossible to converse even in a far corner table. Expensive and pretentious for what was received."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Review 5 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Great food. Place wasn't even

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/20/2013

2011

Dined on 04/20/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food. Place wasn't even that busy yet our server would disappear for long long periods of time. Took us forever to get her to come over and just take our order to begin with."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 6 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fit for Foodies

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It is all about the food. Chef Goodell has a penchant for eclectic offerings. That said, finding beef tartare (my selection) in an "American Food" themed restaurant would seem a bit conventional to some, but this contradition seemed to work here. Noticeable was the provencal infusion within the design of the restaurant, consistent with Aubergine and his culinary routes. This fact supports my above statement. Unfortuantely, the dinner crowd was a bit sparse, at 5:30 PM on a weekday. The overwelming attention of staff, was positive though, as more of the dinner crowd started to fill in. For foodies, I give it a plus. I am a big fan of Red Pearl, another Domaine Group casual "gem".
I will absolutely return and recommend the Public to all."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 7 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

This place was really good.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This place was really good. I order the duck confit and it was delicious. I came with a group of 6 people and we enjoyed ourselves."

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion

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Review 8 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Foodie Eating Experience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/28/2013

2005

Dined on 03/28/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food and a very fun venue. The Hamachi appetizer was very delicious. Nice place to meet for a well-mixed cocktail and delicious food."

Dined on 03/28/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Review 9 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not impressed. The meatballs

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/07/2013

2008

Dined on 03/07/2013

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Not impressed. The meatballs we ordered were the best part of the meal (we also ordered crab cakes (only one cake was provided) and bread along with roasted chicken. The chicken was tough, and I felt it had been cooked too long."

Dined on 03/07/2013

2008

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Review 10 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

It was wonderful. The service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2012

Dined on 03/02/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It was wonderful. The service was quick and efficient and the waiter was extra accommodating. Lovely place a must see for Hollywood."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 11 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everyone in my party enjoyed

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2005

Dined on 03/02/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everyone in my party enjoyed their dishes. We shared an outstanding mushroom tart as an appetizer and, between us, had salmon, shepherd's pie and the burger. All were delicious. My only complaint was the noise. When the restaurant became more crowded, the noise level was such that it was hard to hear the people across the table."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies

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Review 12 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time eating at the restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"First time eating at the restaurant and reviews I had read were mixed, so expectations weren't super high. Surprisingly pleased with the food. From the beer and wine 4 of us ordered through the appetizers and the main course (sorry, no dessert ordered), the food was all given a thumbs up. My husband raved about the calamari, and this after his disappointment over it not being fried the way he likes it (I don't eat the stuff), the pate was given a thumbs up by all (although one of us thought the jam it was in too much), and the burrata yummy (some might say too salty, but I like salt). My main dish of steak frites just good, not spectacular. Guys loved their hamburgers. FYI - very loud and skews young but such an awesome landmark."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 13 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

WOW THIS IS A SPECIAL PLCE

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/09/2013

2008

Dined on 02/09/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"WOW THIS IS A SPECIAL PLCE TO GO FOR ANY OCCASION WHY NOT TRY THIS TONIGHT"

Dined on 02/09/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 14 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful Restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2012

Dined on 02/14/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food and service were superb- genuine improvement this year. We've gone every year on Valentine's Day for 12 years now.

The waitress (with the pink shoes for Valentine's Day) was remarkable. Really had a nice time.

Alas, the car valet service is apparently run by the Three Stooges. Didn't ruin the evening, but was an unnecessary annoyance."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2012

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 15 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Decent Pre-theater choice

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Public Kitchen has had some very good reviews, so it's possible we were there on an off night, but the evening we were there (Valentine's day, 2013) the food was nothing more than average. On the plus side, the service was good, and the ambiance of the room was fine as well.

It IS a good place for a pre theater dinner; they seem to be set up to get the pre-theater crowd in and out in time for the Los Angeles 8:00 curtain.

One thing that we thought was really weird: the restaurant emailed demanding a copy of a driver's license matching the credit card used to hold the reservation. OK, we understand that Valentine's day is a big day for a restaurant, but a CDL? No way!"

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

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Review 16 for Public Kitchen and Bar

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5