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ink. is chef michael voltaggio’s first signature restaurant. alluding to the idea of permanence, ink. endeavors to create an indelible impression with flavor profiles that are inspired by the myriad of cultures that make up the city of los angeles. Thusly, he describes the food at ink. as “modern los angeles cuisine” and aspires to create an experience that will repurpose the term “fine dining” for angelenos.
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419 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 419 reviews
5 stars
(254)
4 stars
(116)
3 stars
(36)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(369)
- hot spot(247)
- special occasion(203)
- neighborhood gem(122)
- good for groups(104)
- vibrant bar scene(79)
ink. Reviews List
Review 1 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely fit for foodies
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Portions are small for the entrees and large for appetizer dishes. Definitely a better place to go in groups so you can share and sample the menu, especially with the menu offering around 20 or so items. Cocktails are delicious but on the pricier range but this is a place to splurge so drink up and eat up and enjoy life!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ink was Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time at Ink. The food was fantastic, the drinks were special, and the company was great. The server was a little overbearing, and the prices were a bit much, but I thought it was fantastic and would definitely go again."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for ink.
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Lack of Balance
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here is heavy. Very heavy, lacking balance, maybe a sweet note, or some acid, anything to cut the richness. I'm not saying that the food isn't good, out of the 7 dishes we ordered we LOVED 2 of them, not counting dessert. The two desserts we ordered were mind blowing, as were the house made sodas. We would go back, but only for dessert. Super loud in this place."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 4 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
perpetualbloomer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we have dined here several times. Each tasting is superior to the last visit!
It has a little too much noise though and we would enjoy the comestables more with less vibration noise. May need more acoustic support. Some fabric on the walls would help. In the meantime we are greatly enjoying the food with earplugs."
It has a little too much noise though and we would enjoy the comestables more with less vibration noise. May need more acoustic support. Some fabric on the walls would help. In the meantime we are greatly enjoying the food with earplugs."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious and accessible
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant with really interesting vision for their food. The combination of ingredients and flavor profiles in every dish made for a really great meal. Our waiter Mikail was very nice and extremely knowledgeable with his recommendations. I highly recommend the steak tartare and the mountain yam dessert. Delicious!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 6 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All it was made up to be and more..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We profited from the fact that we were a group of 5, and sampled at least 15 of the dishes on the menu. Highlights included the tartar with horseradish dust, the branzino and the greek yogurt with elderflower dessert. Every dish unique, flavourful and a delight. Don't know when I'll be be back - but hope it's soon!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 7 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ink is one of the few LA restaurants that I would classify as catering to Foodies. Went there last week for dinner. Had several dishes at our table and all were incredible.
Service was great, knowledgable, and attentive.
Will definitely go back."
Service was great, knowledgable, and attentive.
Will definitely go back."
Dined on 6/08/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Restaurant in Los Angeles
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been serveral times and have had such a wonderful experience each time. Every dish is absolutely delicious. I definitely recommend the egg yolk gnocchi as it is one of my favorite dishes at ink. The coffee makes for a great after dinner treat.
One thing that will not be lacking is the outstanding service."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Recommend - the duck, little gems, apple. Excellent cocktails. A totally different food experience. Go."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very impressive meal at ink. Meticulous care with ingredients, innovative techniques without being gimmicky, and flawless, I mean flawless, execution. Beautiful, delicious, interesting food. A delightful experience. Among the best L.A. has to offer."
Dined on 5/27/2013
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Review 11 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
mild flavors, composed food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was not blown away as I expected to be and could not get over the cold burratta. I found the flavors a little too mild. However, that said - its definitly a special occasion restaurant, great service and good food. Feels like ti deserves a second chance for sure."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for ink.
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Meh for Expectations
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"No indications on menu that a larger portion of selections were cold. Set the tone for a bad start when first 3 plates were cold. Cold and unappetizing. The last 5 dishes were hot and delicious. The dessert apple something was also mediocre at best. Disappointing as a whole but there were some standout dishes ie: gnocchi & corn."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Finally tried Ink and loved it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After 2 friends highly recommended it, we gave Ink a try and we weren't disappointed! The food was delicious and the presentations were practically works of art. The hamachi came looking like and underwater sea scape. Everything was delicious. We enjoyed the corn, avacado crab and egg yolk gnocchi. The cocktails are really inventive and delicious too. The waitress was super nice."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 14 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Ink is phenomenal. Hands down, one of the best restaurants in LA."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 15 for ink.
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over rated
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After reading the rave reviews for Ink and having dined at Volt, I made reservations at Ink to celebrate my fiance's birthday. The restaurant is tastefully decorated and the service was excellent. The menu appeared to be interesting with several odd items fit for foodies. The food on the other hand, although well prepared, was below what I had expected with regards to the combination of flavors and textures. The highlights were the potato charcoal, the beef tartare. We were disappointed by the cuttlefish, the duck rillette and the beef short rib, which had an unappetizing portion of tendon. There are several restaurants, at a similar price point, that are superior to Ink."
Dined on 9/30/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 16 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food but a bit too noisy"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ink vs Volt.....
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have now been to both Ink, Michael Voltaggio west coast gem, and Volt, Brian Voltaggio east coast little piece of heaven. Ink is LA chic. The food is all you can ask for. Michael takes local fresh ingredients and makes them pop with flavor and creativity that is hard to imagine. The service was good and very knowledgeable but seemed a little frantic throughout the night however it in now way affected our meal. The oysters with mignonette ice was one of the best courses I have ever had and the mountain yam desert was the best desert I have ever had. Final decision if you are in LA, Ink is a must but if you are in the Baltimore/DC area a trip to Volt should not be missed."
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 18 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The innovative culinary creations and the knowledgeable dedicated service makes this place on of the best in LA."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 19 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we enjoyed the food very much. Portions were generous even though server suggested more orders per person. Definitely will re-visit."
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 20 for ink.
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tasty, but service could improve
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server explained the menu as tapas style, recommending 5-6 dishes for 2 people. I said I was vegetarian, and could see veggie options, but I'd be happy to hear what she recommended. She suggested the cottage toast, potatoes, and corn. We also ordered the cuttlefish, and our server suggested egg yolk gnocchi as well. She said she'd course out the meal.
Gnocchi was first. Then cottage toast (big). Then cuttlefish and potatoes, also full sized. Last was corn. It was too much food, not a balanced meal, and the order of service went heavy to light. Corn was outstanding, potatoes were great, and the other dishes were very good. But stronger service would've made a big difference. She was really nice and attentive, but we felt misinformed."
Gnocchi was first. Then cottage toast (big). Then cuttlefish and potatoes, also full sized. Last was corn. It was too much food, not a balanced meal, and the order of service went heavy to light. Corn was outstanding, potatoes were great, and the other dishes were very good. But stronger service would've made a big difference. She was really nice and attentive, but we felt misinformed."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 21 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
AMAZING FOOD
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was amazing! Loved the mignonette oysters, dungeness crab and squid. Absolutely delicious!!! and lovely attentive servers too"
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for ink.
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Hype
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ink did not meet my expectation for all the hype that it gets."
Dined on 5/26/2013
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Review 23 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking forward to trying Chef Voltaggio's menu, and we were not disappointed. A great deal of throught and creativity went into each item.
The only suggestion I would have is to add some more accessible items to the menu, as boring as that sounds. Not everyone in our group was pleased with some of the more exotic items."
The only suggestion I would have is to add some more accessible items to the menu, as boring as that sounds. Not everyone in our group was pleased with some of the more exotic items."
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AWESOME!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I dined at ink. a few weeks ago and flew back to LA from Chicago to eat there again. It was well worth the trip. My favorite dishes last time were the octopus with ink. shells, the branzino, and the hibiscus dessert. This time, the cuttlefish and apple dessert with burnt wood semifreddo were standouts - delicious! The drinks are fantastic (esp. the aquavit). Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. Overall a great dining experience. Seeing Chef Voltaggio in the kitchen was a great perk!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 25 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Dining Experience in LA
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first time at Ink and It won't be my last! The staff was well trained and attentive to every need which started when I made the reservation! The space itself is inviting and romantic but the food is the most notable part of the experience! My friend and I tried several menu items including the asparagus, corn, cuttlefish and charcoal potatoes which were all fabulous! We topped it all off with the chocolate Nutella dessert and were not disappointed! I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting a truly wonderful dining experience!"
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 26 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wow...amazing dinner experience.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Voltaggio is a genius. Ive been to many fine dining restaurants and his dishes takes you to another level. There are some dishes that i believe stands out more than others like the avocado and the gnocchi. But, overall its a must for everyone who would like to be amazed."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 27 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excite your taste buds!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is over the top! Fresh, clean flavors that makes you want to eat more and more!"
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 28 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Memorable experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ink is fantastic with eclectic and delectable dishes to please the most discriminating foodie!"
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 29 for ink.
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Completely Different!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent experience! Funky place with a funky menu that works! Drinks are great, food is great and the service matched. Definitely worth a look!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding - the best in LA!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The best meal I've had in year. The food was delicious and innovative. The oysters and stake tartar were my favorites but everything was amazing. I wish I could eat those oysters every night!! I think this is by far the best restaurant in Los Angles."
Dined on 5/23/2013
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Review 31 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A vibrant exploration of taste. Food is not only beautiful but thoughtfully put together for amazing flavor combinations!!! Bravo !"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 32 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing food and service was great outstanding!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 33 for ink.
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cool place, very well informed waiter. Food is creative, but on the bland side. Needs a little oomph. Not a memorable meal."
Dined on 5/20/2013
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Review 34 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Professionals
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unsurprisingly, at ink. you really do feel like you're on Top Chef. The portions are perfect, the food is almost too beautiful to eat, and the service is impeccable. My family was there for a special occasion, and everything came together perfectly. Tip: reserve early, so as to ensure quick serving and a spot in the restaurant."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 35 for ink.
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The wait staff were courteous. and even provided a ladies' menu as requested on Opentable"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
fun but not a repeat visitor
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Party of 3 girls. Food was interesting and good as expected. Ambiance ok. Service could be improved but overall no big mishaps.
Expected to be WOWed with the food. Had fun and really enjoyed the food - just wouldn't think of returning. Nothing made us say "we have to come back to try this and that""
Expected to be WOWed with the food. Had fun and really enjoyed the food - just wouldn't think of returning. Nothing made us say "we have to come back to try this and that""
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Food. Too bad our waitress was very unfriendly."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love this place and find new, amazing dishes on each visit!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 39 for ink.
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
What a disappointment.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've followed Michael Voltagio since Top Chef and looked forward to experiencing his restaurant.
All 3 of us walked out hungry and extremely disappointed.
The noise level was too loud and the restaurant was freezing!
Cocktails... i ordered wine which was served within a few minutes, while my 2 friends ordered martinis that took about 20 minutes to arrive. Unacceptable! The menu was difficult to discern, and the food was either too, too salty, too oily, or fried. The branzino was tough and no flavor. I think He's trying for something "unusual" but, in my opinion, it's too expensive for spending a cold, noisy night eating salty food that never had us say "spot on!" You can have it... maybe we're putting our money on the wrong brother."
All 3 of us walked out hungry and extremely disappointed.
The noise level was too loud and the restaurant was freezing!
Cocktails... i ordered wine which was served within a few minutes, while my 2 friends ordered martinis that took about 20 minutes to arrive. Unacceptable! The menu was difficult to discern, and the food was either too, too salty, too oily, or fried. The branzino was tough and no flavor. I think He's trying for something "unusual" but, in my opinion, it's too expensive for spending a cold, noisy night eating salty food that never had us say "spot on!" You can have it... maybe we're putting our money on the wrong brother."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Definitely worth a visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Highly creative experimental food with more hits than misses. Definitely a place all LA foodies should check out."
Dined on 1/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outsatnding and creative!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Both food and service were outstanding. Amazing flavors/combinaison and very well executed.
Best meal in a long time. Very happy I finally get to try INK!"
Best meal in a long time. Very happy I finally get to try INK!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cuttlefish that seems like Pasta
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This trendy hotspot had fabulous food. The most memorable was the surprisingly the cuttlefish. I could have sworn this was a pasta dish. Other favorites include the egg yolk gnocchi, the lollipop kale (w/ pigs ear), corn and branzino. I also loved the suckling pig and short ribs. The small plates make it possible to try lots of things!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yes, just Food. Or, alternatively, Drink. Ink likes to keep things simple when assigning names to its dishes and drinks. The outstanding Bourbon cocktail (with Campari, Cocchi Americano Rosa, chocolate bitters and strawberry lambic) was a highlight, as were several of the dishes we ordered - notably the aspagus, lamb's neck and octopus. The suckling pig was a bit too rich and the hamachi was fine but not especially memorable. The Handsome coffee had a cool, "Breaking Bad" style presentation (much like Intelligentsia used to do), but the result was a rather thin cup - though it did serve as a nice accompaniment to our terrific shared dessert, the wild mountain yam (deliciously smooth and custardy) with vanilla ice cream and coconut sorbet."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Spectacular as always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great drinks, perfect for a celebration."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"room was nearly empty so we had great service and the food was delicious! good time by all and will return for sure!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great for celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"4 of us went for a birthday celebration and had a wonderful time. The chef and owner won top chef and was there working and greating his guests. He as warm and friendly. Everyone who worked there was also the ame. They were warm, friemdly.knowledgable. john our waiter was exuberant about describing the food but the servers who delivered th dishes also took a moment to describe the dishes as each tapa was uniquely made. We spent 3 hours tasting food."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
2nd time there
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and hospitality is excellent.
Avocado is awesome.
Suckling Pig-not so much.
Pricey,
Dont come starving."
Avocado is awesome.
Suckling Pig-not so much.
Pricey,
Dont come starving."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A must for Top Chef fans
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was such a great experience for my girlfriend and I. She is a huge Top Chef fan. I surprised her with a trip to Ink. When she saw Chef Michael Voltaggio, she could not contain her excitement. The food was amazing and priced very well. The service was excellent and the waitress took the time to answer all the questions we had. She was very knowledge about how the food was prepared and what ingredients went into each dish. We were there for dinner on a Tuesday night and the place was packed. I would go back with out a doubt."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious, creative food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ink is hands down one of my favorite restaurants to dine at in la. Every dish here is creative and presented beautifully. The flavors for each dish complement each other really nicely. Not a single thing on here is bad. I've tried every food item on the menu except for 5 dishes and my favorites are still the beef tartare, lollipop kale, lamb neck, and apple dessert. For drinks, The cocktail menu is tasty and exciting. Gabby is a wonderful mixologist!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
What happened?
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Used to be amazing, very disappointed"
Dined on 5/09/2013
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