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Lazy Ox Canteen

Michael Cardenas (Matsuhisa, Boa, Sushi Roku) brings you seasonal, locally sourced global cuisine paired with craft beers and esoteric wines in a casual downtown setting at Little Tokyo's Sakura Crossing.

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220 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(220 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 220 reviews
5 stars
(47)
4 stars
(100)
3 stars
(50)
2 stars
(16)
1 star
(7)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.5 / 5
(Very Good) 3.5 / 5
Noise Level
2.6 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(146)
  • neighborhood gem(90)
  • hot spot(53)
  • great for lunch(38)
  • great for outdoor dining(38)
  • good for groups(33)
Lazy Ox Canteen Reviews List
Review 1 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/22/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Unusual and delicious food. Outstanding happy hour value. Our beet salad-a happy hour special, was market fresh baby beets and much better than beet salad next night at Drago Centro.
Very attentive and informed service."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Lazy Ox review

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was delicious and place has fun ambiance. The waitress was not attentive and this somewhat compromised our experience but the hostess was friendly and ambiance lively. We went for brunch: one of us had the burger with fries, 2 had the ricotta pancakes with fruit, one had Eggs Benedict with salmon and I had the Atlantic salmon. My fish was cooked perfectly--succulent and flavorful, not dried out at all. We really enjoyed our meal and will probably return."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous food

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was fabulous as always. Very interesting menu and extremely knowledgeable servers"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Some oddball stuff, plus things like good chicken and burger. Interesting wine list with some unusual selections. Still sort of a trendy feel, but very pleasant. Nice outdoor seating now, which was great for on a warm day. Very impressed with the service for this kind of a place. And the neighborhood is trending up."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

No improvement

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Hubs and I revisited Lazy Ox the other night. We went specifically for the fried chicken family style meal. We order a few glasses of wine by the glass. The chicken arrived looked ok. What we received was different than the menu online and on the blackboard in the restaurant. I can understand substitutions. So the chicken was just not flavorful, and it was dry. Baked beans were ok. Coleslaw had a sour taste. And I smelled a burning smell when something arrived at our table, turns out it was the waffles that came with the meal. Looked ok on one side, burned on the bottom, Really?
They did asked if we wanted replacement waffles, we declined.
New menu at the Ox. I used to love coming here. Will try in another few months perhaps.
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Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Something has gone terribly wrong

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This place was a favorite, now I'd hesitate to go back. The food has gone downhill, that is the food that actually arrived. After over an hour between courses, we cancelled the order and left. The excuse was the entire kitchen staff was recently replaced. Well, the kitchen makes or breaks the restaurant. Unfortunately, its really broken. And the worst part, instead of acknowledging the problem and offering some bread or something else because of the kitchen back up, the server just never came around. Dine at your on risk!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 7 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

LA's Best Burger

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Lots of delicious dishes but perhaps the best burger in the city."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sill good--but not as good as usual

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We've been many times and bring our friends, mostly for brunch, and it usually knocks our socks off. This time, the croque madame was still amazing, and the new chicken and waffles was pretty good, but the carmelized cauliflower, which we get pretty much every time, was not really carmelized and was cut into huge, difficult to eat and undercooked chunks. It seemed like the kitchen had cut corners with that dish due to its being a busy day (Mother's Day); but I don't think it's good practice to let the dishes slide like that. Had that been our first time ordering the cauliflower, we never would again, which is too bad since it had formerly been one of our favorites. Also, the sangria was way too sweet."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 9 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lazy Ox Never Disappoints

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Have been going to Lazy Ox for over a year. It has a really great vibe, delicious food, excellent selection of craft beers...just a great spot, consistently. It's one of the places we take our friends who come in from the East Coast looking to taste something delicious on this side of town. We went for dinner there Tuesday night with some friends, and it was "King Trivia" night. We had a blast! We ate great food (Smoked Trout was killer and the ribs were smoked to succulent perfection), took 3rd place in trivia, and the service was phenomenal. Lazy Ox Never Disappoints."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 10 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Much Easier to Get Into Now

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Lazy Ox is no longer the "White Hot" restaurant that it once was but the food is still as good as can be. Much easier to get into and since it's not as busy as it once was, the pace isn't so crazy and you don't feel rushed like you used to. Treated out of town friends and spent almost four hours enjoying a number of dishes - Spring Risotto, Salmon, Gnocchi and Pig's Ears among the best of them. Service was terrific by all that served us and they couldn't have been more gracious about us being there so long. I love having them in the neighborhood and can recommend Lazy Ox enthusiastically!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was adequate. Service was not: We were the only ones there, but couldn't get our waitress's attention. She knew that we were going to a show and needed to leave at 7:30 p.m. (we arrised at 6:10 p.m, so plenty of time). She gave us the dessert menus early (good), but then didn't come by to take our orders--I had to get her. That was at 7:18 p.m. She didn't tell us that because one of our orders was a warm cookie, it would not come before 7:30 p.m. Then I had to find her to pay the check."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 12 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"NICE SPOT I THINK A LITTLE PRICY WITHOUT THE DISCOUNT OR SPECIAL BUT GOOD FOOD AND GREAT SERVICE. THE BEAR SAMPLE WAS VERY COOL."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 13 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was good but we were

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was good but we were disappointed to discover that the biscuits advertised on the website weren't actually available in the restaurant. Our friends who brought us to the the restaurant mentioned the biscuits weren't available when they ate there previously. If biscuits aren't available, or are only available certain nights, the website should reflect this."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Updated Classics!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I enjoy their spins on classics, most recently Southern Fried Chicken. The entire chicken was prepared from head to feet. How tickling to see the entire delicious body on display! The sides -- greens, coleslaw, and biscuits -- we're updated with a different herb palate that was still familiar and kick-y. Or experience was really fun even if a late-coming couple who sat beside us took umbrage to our meal and laughter."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food has always been great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food has always been great every time I've come. The few items I've managed to order each time: pig ear chicharron, lazy Ox burger, and the rice pudding for dessert. All of them consistently delicious! Don't forget some great libations, especially the sangria and Hawaiian royal if you like the girlie stuff. Overall, great place but not so great for groups. Check out the happy hour! 5-7/10-close Sun-Thurs half off certain small plates and drinks."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 16 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food varied from middle of

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food varied from middle of the road to quite spectacular. The crab gnocchi was amazing, very flavorful, extremely well done. The smoked trout toast was also spectacular. The beet salad was average and the toad in the hole wasn't very memorable. Prices are a little on the high side for the portion size but for the dishes that were well done more than worth it. Nice place to stop by before the opera."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 17 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

They were 15 minutes late

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"They were 15 minutes late seating us for a reservation but other than that, a grew evening. Food was by and large very good."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 18 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good solid LA gastropub food,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good solid LA gastropub food, with a good beer list to go along. My only complaint is that the food just didn't jump out at me, which was suprising given the prices we were paying. The best dish we had was the "Toad in the Hole", which was nothing more than a glorified egg in a basket. Good experience, and I would return, but nothing special"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise level was ok because

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Noise level was ok because we sat outside. Inside it was a bit more energetic"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The ox got really lazy

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Had heard so much about it, I was looking forward to it. It was very disappointing. The best thing were the sardines, which were served straight out of the can. Don't need to go to a restaurant for that"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2010
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Review 21 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A little pricey for small

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A little pricey for small plates--you have to order at least 2 per person. But the taste was very good. Saw lots of pre-theater crowd."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 22 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Compact, cozy, and full of

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Compact, cozy, and full of new flavors, The Lazy Ox is a great find for those seeking inventive bites. They have good range---they serve a robust marrow and a creamy, simple rice pudding. Try the warm rillets for a touch of comfort."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food is over-priced.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food is over-priced. Plating is well done but edible flowers on every dish gets to be a bit much."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
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Review 24 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent, as always, despite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent, as always, despite the changes in chefs. The new Crox madame is incredible!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not the same

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've been here twice before and I feel like the menu is less dynamic and the food is over salted. Disappointing."
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Review 26 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Unfortunately, price seems

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Unfortunately, price seems to have gone up while quality (and quantity), slightly down. Went for dinner and was not impressed and with all the great eats in LA, leaving them off the list of options won't be very difficult... :("
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2003
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Review 27 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Octavio Becerra has revived

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Octavio Becerra has revived the Lazy Ox -- an old favorite -- with some of his signature style from his sadly no more Palate. Beautifully plated and soulful combinations, now with a distinct Galician twist. The Thurs night special of a sea food hot pot was spectacular, the Friday night special porchetta tasty but too fatty, and the various appetizers we had both nights were fabulous."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 28 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

food and service were great,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"food and service were great, but it was way too noisy to enjoy our meal."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2007
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Review 29 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Was meeting 2 friends from

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was meeting 2 friends from different parts of town in a central location and had heard great things about Lazy Ox Canteen - all true! Tasty and eclectic small plates and entrees shared among the three of us were delicious and well complemented by a wide-ranging choice of off-the-beaten-path wines available by the glass. We greatly enjoyed roasted cauliflower (sounds unexciting, but don't be fooled!), smoked salmon with herb butter, beet salad with smashed avocado, crispy roast chicken with sauteed bitter greens. They topped it all off with sinful chocolate pudding. Beautiful presentation, too - could have been set up for a still life painting - until there was nothing left but orts, which didn't take long. Definitely going back. Deelish!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The waiter forgot to place

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The waiter forgot to place my order, and although he was very apologetic and reordered it, it came too late and we had to leave for an appointment without me having dinner. (I nibbled off my companions' plates.
The restaurant was unpleasantly noisy."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2011
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Review 31 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious! A bit dark in

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Delicious! A bit dark in the daytime, but worth the trip to Little Tokyo."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Missing My Polenta

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Lazy Ox Canteen continues to impress but sad to hear that they removed one of their dishes I continued coming back for and a dish that many other diners have commented on via yelp, that being their 'Polenta' very unique to Lazy Ox Canteen and will definitely drive my decision on how soon I visit Lazy Ox Canteen.
Regards,
Julio"
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food very mediocre. The red

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food very mediocre. The red wine was chilled. I would never eat there again and highly recommend others not to. Need to step it up"
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2011
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Review 34 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

I'm astonished.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was sub-par and it was way too noisy. Every time I tried to order, they were out of what I wanted. This happened three times and it was way too early in the evening to be out of dishes, and even drinks! The mushroom ravioli was about about the worst dish I've had out in ages. Rubbery mushrooms and super-rich but watery sauce.My friend had giant prawns that were tough as shoe leather. A thumbs-down completely. And how can you advertise a soda made of ginger and lemon grass, and then be 'out' of it? This was an absurd dining experience and one I will never repeat."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
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Review 35 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Ran out of some of the best

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Ran out of some of the best dishes on the menu so very disappointed with that."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time there and we really

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time there and we really enjoyed it. Definitely will return."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 37 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was delicious but the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Food was delicious but the service was very slow and our courses were not spaced right."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 38 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

New menu. Becerra is putting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"New menu. Becerra is putting his stamp on the cuisine. Still inovative, very good.
Looking forward to going back.
And good beer list."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 39 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really well executed food.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Really well executed food. I've been twice and the food was great both times. I'd put the food on par with Cube Marketplace."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 40 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

All courses order for lunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"All courses order for lunch were exceptional. Great plating, flavors & temperature. Would definitely go back."
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2007
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Review 41 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

waited forever for our food

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"waited forever for our food during lunch- in a half empty restaurant. We watched three other tables get their food before us, and they were seated after us. Finally one entree came out-lukewarm. The other entree didn't show up for another 15min. This was a special outing since we are due for our second baby and wont be getting out of the house much for awhile. We liked the menu and the food but the kitchen totally botched our order. The server tried his best-but not a great experience."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The BEST thing on their brunch

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The BEST thing on their brunch menu is the oxtail benedict, you must get it!! Fried clams were also yummy. Hamburger was so so. Beets good but nothing special & expensive for the portion size."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2004
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Review 43 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Would like to see more vegetarian

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Would like to see more vegetarian items and more salad options on the menu."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2002
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Review 44 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food is too salty for my taste.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had great expectations on the Burger which fell short, in particular i find their food generally too salty for my taste. The selection is intriguing though and the service is good."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 45 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Outstanding dinner had a group

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Outstanding dinner had a group of 6. Split many dishes all great."
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2006
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Review 46 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Mediocre to good food. Used

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Mediocre to good food. Used to a go a lot, maybe it was an off night."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
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Review 47 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful valentines night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful valentines night couldn't ask for more!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Stupendous food and service.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Stupendous food and service. Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 49 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Don't Miss The Lazy Ox

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is a wonderful, quirky, small and interesting restaurant. We went for lunch and truly enjoyed everything. The biscuits and gravy were amazing and we liked the micro brewery beers."
Dined on 02/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Lazy Ox Canteen
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It wasn't busy when we first

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It wasn't busy when we first got there, but it did get busier later on, probably due to DineLA week. It did take a long time for our food to come out and we ended up having to take a longer lunch break from work than usual."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2007
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