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Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Ray's offers a bold, farm-to-table Mediterranean menu based on seasonal, local ingredients and the restaurant's wood burning oven and grill. A separate bar and lounge, Stark Bar, offers handcrafted, seasonal cocktails and a dynamic menu of small plates.
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192 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 192 reviews
5 stars
(82)
4 stars
(72)
3 stars
(26)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(119)
- great for outdoor dining(99)
- neighborhood gem(66)
- great for lunch(63)
- vibrant bar scene(56)
- hot spot(45)
Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA Reviews List
Review 1 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice lunch while visiting LACMA
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We started with the Chile which was excellent followed by a very good paste and finished with Pork Belly which was excellent."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Imaginative, weird, great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I brought a friend on my second visit to Ray's. She was over the moon. For us, this is an expensive dinner (~$65/person).
But my friend says she's going to quit eating at regular restaurants, put the money she would have spent
in a piggy bank and come to Ray's once a month.
But my friend says she's going to quit eating at regular restaurants, put the money she would have spent
in a piggy bank and come to Ray's once a month.
Me, I'm coming back too."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 3 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unpolished Gem.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While the food was excellent, the ambiance was not. The restaurant is small, not very comfortable, and the HVAC doesn't provide a comfortable environment on warm days.
Did I mention that the food is great? Come early and have a drink at the outdoor bar (especially nice when there is a nice breeze), and then slip into the ajoining restaurant to finish the night."
Did I mention that the food is great? Come early and have a drink at the outdoor bar (especially nice when there is a nice breeze), and then slip into the ajoining restaurant to finish the night."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Museum Treat
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Visiting LACMA is always a treat, but plan to stay a little longer and enjoy a nice meal and/or a creative cocktail at Ray's and Stark Bar. We've had some nights with less than stellar food, some nights with great food, some nights with less than optimal service, some nights with great service. With the validated parking, it's totally worth the gamble, odds are you'll hit them on a good night."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 5 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decent meal for your LACMA visit.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Ray's (but not Stark Bar) quite a few times for lunch while visiting LACMA. The staff is friendly and attentive, and they don't hover or rush you. Their flatbread pizzas are very good, the bread they serve is delicious, and the pasta I tried on my most recent visit was excellent. Their salads leave something to be desired. My mom tried their chopped salad and it had almost no oil in the dressing, leaving a very vinegary salad experience. She was turned off enough by this that I won't suggest Ray's again the next time I bring her to LACMA, though I will almost certainly be back and warn people away from their salads."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 6 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ray's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ray's is a really good restaurant. The pasta was fantastiic as well as the hen. We dine at Ray's at least once a month and plan on dining there on a Friday night and listening to jazz."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dependably good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Even when they are busy, you feel as if some one is looking out for you. The food is always good or excellent, and there are always interesting things on the menu. The bread- and the butter, for that matter- are sublime. Ray's has always been a good choice for us."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasant, if a bit pricey...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A nice spot for lunch if you're visiting LACMA. We sat outdoors and enjoyed watching the school groups on their museum field trips as they were passing by, delighting in seeing their enthusiasm, energy and obvious joy at not being cooped up in a classroom. At Ray's, food quality and presentation was good. Service was professional and efficient. An overall good experience but not without a cost."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 9 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Extraordinary dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What an extraordinary meal we had at Ray's and Stark Bar! First, the decor is so stylish. modern but warm and whimsical, and in the setting of the museum grounds, it's lovely. Our food was astoundingly delicious with unique ingredients like black sesame seeds, favas, faro, truffles. The desserts literally took our breaths away--pistachio and lemon cake with bergamot, date cake with homemade ice cream and caramel etc. And such helpful and knowledgable service! Before we were even finished we were talking about going back again!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant at LACMA was a big disappointment. The lunch menu was so pretentious that it was almost a parody. I ordered the Benedict Burger which was just plain bad - my lunch companion had the spaghetti/blue prawn concoction which he said was ok but he was surprised at the spicy seasoning. The fussy fussy food is expensive but not worth it. From what we saw, the place seemed to be primarily a bar hangout."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 11 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice for Jazz Evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was great fun to people watch and listen to the jazz a LACMA's Friday night event...It does get a bit noisy but that is part of the evening. We were looking for something a bit different and this was great. There is a minimum $ on the food for the jazz evening...but that was fine for us. The food was very good. I had the Turbot and thought it was excellent."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 12 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Out-of-town guests were delighted with the food, service and ambiance - praised everything, even the chairs! Lovely experience."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The pig ears were interesting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The pig ears were interesting and the hamachi was delicious. The mixology bar was amazing. I recommend the G Funk Era and the Risky Sour."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Solid restaurant. Limited
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Solid restaurant. Limited menu but everything good. Friendly service. Great before or after visiting the museum."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The waiter recommended the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"The waiter recommended the almonds as a starter. The small dish arrived with what appeared to be olives but were very young almonds still in their light green fuzzy skins steamed with a delightful lemon and spice sauce. I applaud the chef for serving these as I have never seen them and his pairing with lemon and spices was perfect. We then shared the asparagus and greens salad both of which were just plain tasty. I loved his/her dressing with the sunflower seeds and pickled red onions. Our main was the hamachi which the chef lightly poured soy sauce and thinly sliced kumquats. I only wish I was more hungry....I forgot the amuse bouche of a tempura battered broccoli was delicious and the home made oreo cookies the perfect size."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 16 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fresh and tasty. Terrific
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fresh and tasty. Terrific location at LACMA. Just pop in after viewing the exhibits. It is expensive. The Stark's Bar attached is a huge success, very busy and noisy. Daily changing dishes use only the freshest ingredients, some from the herb garden."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dinner at LACMA
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Inventive, but somewhat limited, menu offerings, and nice wine list. Convenient dining right on LACMA premises, with relaxed atmosphere. Service was attentive at start, and then disappeared later, as my small group was finishing entrees; had to flag down someone for water, and then the check, skipping coffee or dessert due to the lack of time by the time we got attention."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 18 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went there during Friday Jazz
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went there during Friday Jazz Night at LACMA. Food was good, as was service. A bit pricy but the food was (mostly) good enough to justify it. Pizzas are especially good. Enjoyed the experience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
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Review 19 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
After years of having only
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After years of having only an indifferent cafeteria and a so-so Wolfgang Puck outlet as the dining options at LACMA, at last there is a really good restaurant and bar, which is outdoors, as a choice.
The staff are hip, knowledgable and courteous - attentive but not intrusive.
The menus for both food and drink are adventurous, though a bit pricey ($14 for a beer, though artisan, seems a bit steep).
Still, it is a terrific addition to the total Museum experience.
My 2nd visit was as good as the first, a few months earlier.
Had no trouble with the reservation at a busy lunch time.
Definitely recommended."
The staff are hip, knowledgable and courteous - attentive but not intrusive.
The menus for both food and drink are adventurous, though a bit pricey ($14 for a beer, though artisan, seems a bit steep).
Still, it is a terrific addition to the total Museum experience.
My 2nd visit was as good as the first, a few months earlier.
Had no trouble with the reservation at a busy lunch time.
Definitely recommended."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious pizzas and desserts
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious pizzas and desserts and great service"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Magical Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Simply, the food was outstanding, the service impeccable. Our waiter's description of an entree was given in such detail and endearing tone you'd have thought he was the chef. Lovely experience!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 22 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love the contemporary feel
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the contemporary feel of the restaurant and although it was Easter Sunday and there were quite a few small kids the noise level was amazingly low! The staff was attentive yet didn't intrude on our conversation---we had an out of town guest with us who just loved it ! The food was attractively served---two of us had the quiche which was delicious.
I have eaten at this restaurant a number of times and always find the bread especially delicious."
I have eaten at this restaurant a number of times and always find the bread especially delicious."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unreal. Worth every reason
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unreal. Worth every reason to go."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
For a Museum Restaurant it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For a Museum Restaurant it was fair. The fish selection was bland and the gnochi were defenitely not excpetional."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 25 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pork belly my wife had was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pork belly my wife had was outstanding. Hanger steak was very good."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good great location.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good great location. Too noisy . Does not offer sparkling mineral water!
Food is excellent. Service us uneven"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 27 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great dinning experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great time at dinner. All the food was delicious and the drinks tasty. The service was amazing!! Would definitely go back again!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 28 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great professional service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great professional service, feels relaxed, and friendly. The museum right there which has really come up in all ways. Would go there without museum as well!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 29 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for an excellent lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ray's is in the Los Angeles County Msuem of Art and is somewhat informal while having excellent service. The menu is somewhat limited at lunch, but each item is unique. My ""hamburger," a gigantic, delicious mound of beef served pen face and topped with a sunny-side up fried egg, was scrumptious."
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very pleasant and relaxed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very pleasant and relaxed restaurant at LACMA, food was very good, smaller plates so you can easily have a couple of courses. The service was excellent and the bar quite good and barmen friendly and interesting. The bar not a scene but a cool open air place."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 31 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Really enjoyed the outstanding
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed the outstanding look and feel of this place. Really special to go from looking at the art at LACMA right inyo this restaurant. The food was uneven though. Some of us in our party of 5 loved our meals and others found their dishes totally inadequate. I would sefinitely go back though. It is a great scene and i thought my entree was terrific."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not Touristy- unconventional
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You can make this place what you want it-- Romantic or family-friendly, snazzy for groups or just for 2. Innovative menu including exceptional cocktail creations. Lots of locals and not touristy."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The menu was interesting,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu was interesting, the decor modern and fun. My teenage daughter loved it!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is always great. Being
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It is always great. Being open on Monday is a real plus!"
Dined on 03/11/2013
2011
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Review 35 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and Art
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great spot to dine while exploring the art at LACMA, the Tar Pits next door or visiting the Page Museum. Excellent service, very good wine list and cocktails are delish. Some of the best chilaquiles I have ever eaten, pork belly is also very delicious. Our 3 year old enjoyed it as much as we did when sitting outside. Look forward to a return trip here."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was professional,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was professional, prompt, friendly. The squid entree my friend ordered seemed to be the size of an appetizer. He was very happy that I had ordered the Marguerita pizza and shared with him. But I will probably not order the pizza again. It was very floppy and soft and wet. Not my style.
But we had a good time because the restaurant seemed unhurried, the waiter was attentive and. . .I forgot to mention. . .the dessert was spectacular: a pistachio-lemon concoction. Delicious."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 37 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
service was not good, the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"service was not good, the food was bland , they forgot cocktails a we had 3 different waiters, only one responded with a smile, and it was not busy so we couldn't understand the problem with service. Loved the restuarant they had a LACMA before Ray Stark."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
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Review 38 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous pasta and fish dishes.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous pasta and fish dishes. The desserts we tried were top drawer."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Right off the bat the waiter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Right off the bat the waiter made a terrible faux-pas by putting his hands on, leaning on, and practically massaging my mother's Issey Miyake jacket that was on the back of an empty chair. He must have mistaken it for his own jacket the way he was touching it. Gross. Why should the waiter be leaning on the back of a chair anyway? He was the only waiter in the entire place who was clearly a masquerading busboy."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2012
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Review 40 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff is incredibly nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The staff is incredibly nice and strives to make everything perfect.
The food a delicious treat!"
The food a delicious treat!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the blue ink pasta was delicious!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the blue ink pasta was delicious!
the burger was great, liked the watercress touch
the burger was great, liked the watercress touch
very interesting menu. will plan to eat there everytime we go to the museum."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
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Review 42 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely amazing meal cooked
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely amazing meal cooked by an incredible executive chef. Truly creative and delicious food. Kris Morningstar stuffed us and introduced our palates to several new flavor and texture combinations. Ask for the Chef's Tasting menu when you go! I will be back, and I will recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants an excellent meal at a good price."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 43 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very pricey lunch but the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very pricey lunch but the food is excellent."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A nice surprise for a post-LACMA
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A nice surprise for a post-LACMA meal. Great (and interesting) food, good service, nice ambiance."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Everyone at my table felt
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everyone at my table felt that there was way to much salt on the food. They did not charge for one dish as a result of the salt."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Superbly Tantalizing Feast
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ray's is now my new favorite restaurant, an epicurean paradise. The selections were unusual and the combinations of flavors sublime. I actually visited Ray's twice in one week, I was so enamored of it. The hamachi was the best I've ever had, and the lemon/pistachio terrine one of the best desserts I've ever eaten. I was so impressed by the unique menu and friendly wait staff that I wrote a glowing review to all of my cyberfriends, describing in detail every taste sensation and item on the menu. I've been to other gourmet restaurants that were higher-priced and not at all as innovative or satisfying. I also became acquainted with terms and flavors I've never before experienced. Ray's is an unparalleled sumptuous and lavish experience."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very pleasant seated close
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very pleasant seated close to an open window. Great before a film or other events"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The fabulous blistered peppers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The fabulous blistered peppers are back! Not our best experience at Ray's. We were listed as no-shows though we mentioned Open Table when we checked in. Bread not as good as usual - attributed to great numbers of guests at the end of the Caravaggio exhibit. And service very slow. Octopus preparation not as good as served last year. Still, we like this place very much and I guess an occasional lapse can be expected. We are always grateful for a restaurant that still serves butter instead of the ubiquitous olive oil - and the return of the peppers."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must visit!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First visit and definitely not my last....awesome!! Service & speed was great....food was soooooo absolutely yummy!!! we ordered a variety of dishes to try (family style) and landed up order a few more. Wine selection to go with the dishes was just right! Staff was really helpful!!!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for Ray’s and Stark Bar at LACMA
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
could not find our reservation
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"could not find our reservation ("this often happens" introduction to dining experience at Ray's).awful food; lackluster wines. doughy bread to begin; hot soggy crostini with cold wet lumps of supposed fegato was up next; then undercooked tasteless brussel sprouts; finished with overcooked potatoes with a fairly decent flank steak. didn't want to sample dessert."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
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