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Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
The original Spark Woodfire Grill is located in a chic 2-story building just east of Laurel Canyon. The restaurant features a full bar and patio seating. The specialties of the chef include several types of mesquite grilled fish and prime steaks, as well as Spark's famous baby back ribs, Lasagna de Mauro, and thin crust roman style pizza. A private wine room is available for seating to the public as well as for special private events. An extensive wine list is also featured.
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97 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 97 reviews
5 stars
(38)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(67)
- fit for foodies(41)
- great for lunch(23)
- good for groups(16)
- romantic(14)
- kid-friendly(13)
Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City Reviews List
Review 1 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Spark is a small restaurant, reservations a must! Good variety in the menu and all of the dishes prepared well. Decent beer list and a very nice cocktail menu."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 2 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to Spark many times for lunch and the food is always consistently good. The inside dining room gets pretty noisy at lunch time, but the tables are spacious and the food is delicious. They were out of sparkling water and their express machine was broken (?!?) but we made do with club soda and regular brewed coffee."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a party of six on Saturday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a party of six on Saturday and, when I arrived (20 minutes early!), our table was already set and ready. We were at a back table in the room so that we wouldn't disburb anyone, which was wonderful. I cannot remember the young man's name who was our server, but he was AMAZING!! We had multiple "customized" orders, and every one of them was met with a smile and a "no problem!" When the food was served, it was absolutely perfect and absolutely delicious. The young men running the valet stand were also quick and courteous. Things could not have been better, and we all look forward to going back again really soon!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
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Review 4 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Restaurant was not crowded
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Restaurant was not crowded and service was inexplicably slow. Normally not like this."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an excellent meal,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had an excellent meal, all the dishes were well-prepared. We requested a table upstairs as it is much quieter and more private up there. Our table was ready as soon as we arrived. The service was also very good and everyone was very friendly. The wine list offers a lot of variety and is fairly priced, as is the food. Definitely will come back to enjoy another great meal!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 6 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Way too loud. Other than that,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Way too loud. Other than that, the food was fine."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
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Review 7 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I usually like the food here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I usually like the food here but the Braised Short Ribs was one of THE saltiest dishes I've ever eaten at a restaurant. I could only eat a few bites. It was disappointing."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2007
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Review 8 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pleasantly surprised. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Pleasantly surprised. Excellent food, service and ambience. Took awhile to get here, now wish it was around the corner."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 9 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing steaks and salads.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing steaks and salads. Butternut squash soup delicious but bowl portion is extremely small."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2006
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Review 10 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great as usual
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food as usual...service amazing especially how they handled a miscommunication with my fish order. No problem! Thanks for the professional way it was handled."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Menu and good food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Menu and good food, but very noisy. Service was excellent to start, but then as we finished dinner and waited to see dessert menu, time began marching on, but our waiter was too busy to attend to us. We wanted dessert and waited quite a while to order and then receive it. Otherwise, a very good place."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love them. Have been going
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love them. Have been going there for years!! They always so wonderfully friendly. Great food , wine and ZERO, nada, zilch attitude. How can this be LA?!
We are very lucky to have found them so many years ago. Also, I should add that because its been around for a while, does not mean it's dusty. The menu changes, but the favorites are always there.
Do make a reservation, though!!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Late lunch on a Sunday. Restaurant
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Late lunch on a Sunday. Restaurant only about 1/3 full with most people eating brunch. Service was spotty. Had to request water refills. Burger was dry and too salty. BLT sandwich was very tiny. Food was mediocre at best. Would not go back"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2004
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Review 14 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we've been a big fan of the Grill for a long time. We love everything about it,,,,,especially the wonderful food that is always great!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the green chopped salad
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the green chopped salad and the pizza!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall, I had a good experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall, I had a good experience here with good food, atmosphere and service. Especially enjoyed the lasagna di mauro and 17 spice roasted chicken. Only downside is the limited street parking. Valet parking was $3.50."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time! Food was delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great time! Food was delicious and all employees were so friendly!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THE PLACE TO GO FOR THE BEST FOOD
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My favorite place and dine there as often as possible.
Veggies to die for...."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent, service great"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was quite good...salads
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was quite good...salads are HUGE, so was glad we decided to split one as an appetizer, and even then, it still provided MORE than enough! Short ribs were delicious, but a bit on the fatty side. We took advantage of the 50% off bottles of wine and enjoyed a lovely Malbec. Overall, it was a nice dinner, though quite loud since we had to sit downstairs (upstairs was closed...it was a Wednesday night). Our server was wonderful - friendly and helpful but not hovering."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Casual atmosphere, interesting menu. We've been several times and enjoyed every meal. Wednesdays are great there: 1/2 off on bottles of wine."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
You Will Regret Dining Here!!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a terrible experience! I chose Spark to go to for my birthday dinner with a small group of friends because I wanted to go to a restaurant that served a ribeye steak. I made a reservation on OpenTable about 48hrs in advance. My party and I arrived at Spark at 8PM on the dot for our 8PM reservation. They had my reservation, but no table had actually been reserved. There is no waiting area and it was raining out, so we were all forced to wait right in front of the door. We were given no estimated wait time or explaination as to why a table had not been reserved in advance for my party of 5 ppl. Meanwhile, they seated other parties. In sum: waited over 30min, treated rudely, & they had no ribeye anymore even though it was still on menu."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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Review 23 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always good!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Spark never disappoints...it's one of my reliable "go-to" places. Saturday's lunch with an old friend was perfect!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hip spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding! Warm, comfortable ambience. Great, friendly staff. Delicious food, especially the trout! Good gourmet hamburger, too. Loved it so much, we went two days in a row, when visiting from out of town."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dining Upstairs at Sparks
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Spark is our neighborhood place and we have never had a bad experience here. I will note that we have always requested and dined in the upstairs dining room and perhaps that's the reason we like it so much. The upstairs has a completely different ambiance. While the ground floor seems more casual and noisy, upstairs is like dining in a private, cozy wine cellar or library. The service is always good, the tapenade with french bread and butter is a nice starter and if you bring your own wine the corkage is very reasonable. I can highly recommend Sparks."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I enjoyed the food and service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I enjoyed the food and service. Will definitely come again to try new dishes."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Valentines Dinner at Spark
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to the restaurant for Valenine's Day with some friends. We asked for and sat upstairs, which is much cozier and romantic than downstairs. I was looking forward to Lamb chops, but since they didn't have any I settled for short ribs, which was served with Polenta and which was delicious.
Dinner was very nice and a good value. Spark used its regular menu with some specials. Therefore, the cost of the diner was keep low. It was a pleasant experience. The only thing that would have helped would have been some nice live music and maybe a small Valentines gift for the ladies."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 28 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently pleasant lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Consistently pleasant lunch spot. Food is nicely prepared and presented, wait staff amiable and knowledgable, prices reasonable. Parking a hassle, that's the only down side."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A bit noisy and tight room.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit noisy and tight room. Food selection is quite fascinating"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 30 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good restaurant that can get noisy when full. I had an excellent sockeye salmon entrée with very nice butternut squash soup to start. My wife has Chicken Milanese which she liked. Very good service. Good for a casual dinner."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not for us
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We waited 5 minutes before anyone addressed us when we came in. The room in so small. They saw us. But the hostess was on the phone and everyone else ignored us.
The room is VERY small so it's loud and crowded.
The food was hit and miss and very expensive. Of the 6 meals, we loved 2 and hated 2. 2 were just okay. The salmon was good (mesquite) and the pasta (had a sausage sauce) was good. The fig/goat cheese pizza and chicken milanese were bad. Very land and boring. The tri tip was fair. We had one other pizza that was fair as well. We ordered 2 desserts as well. The creme brulee was great. The grilled banana split was bad and way to expensive for what was in it. It was mostly whipped cream.
I would not recommend the restaurant."
The room is VERY small so it's loud and crowded.
The food was hit and miss and very expensive. Of the 6 meals, we loved 2 and hated 2. 2 were just okay. The salmon was good (mesquite) and the pasta (had a sausage sauce) was good. The fig/goat cheese pizza and chicken milanese were bad. Very land and boring. The tri tip was fair. We had one other pizza that was fair as well. We ordered 2 desserts as well. The creme brulee was great. The grilled banana split was bad and way to expensive for what was in it. It was mostly whipped cream.
I would not recommend the restaurant."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Spark Woodfire Grill - Studio City
Based on the average of (66) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
9 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic