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Manuela
907 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
· American restaurant, Bar
· 4.5/5 Google (1464 reviews)
Reservations · Takeout · Outdoor seating
Design-forward Arts District spot with creative Modern American plates, excellent biscuits, stylish vibes, and smaller portions; great service most nights but expect premium pricing and occasional pacing or policy hiccups.
Restaurant Summary
Set within the Hauser & Wirth complex, Manuela feels like a gallery that happens to serve dinner: light-soaked rooms, lush courtyard, and a crowd that lingers over plates. Guests describe warm, coordinated service on good nights, though pacing can slip when it is slammed. One diner put it simply: "The room is gorgeous and the food caught us pleasantly off guard." The cooking leans Modern American with global accents rather than theatrics: biscuits that crackle, bright aguachile, market vegetables that steal the show, and seafood and chicken prepared with care and finesse. Portions trend modest, prices premium, and creativity shows up in touches like salsa macha and brown butter dashi. For families, there are paths: a venison burger, chicken, and simple vegetables can work, but adventurous flavors and smaller mains mean picky eaters may struggle. There is no explicit kids menu, so consider sharing sides or sticking to familiar staples like biscuits and chicken.
At a Glance
- Design-forward gallery setting with semi-outdoor courtyard
- Creative, seasonal cooking with standout biscuits and seafood starters
- Premium pricing plus mandatory 20% service and 4% surcharge
- Portions run small for the price; value depends on expectations
- Service pacing and rigid seating policies can frustrate at peak times
What Sets It Apart
- gallery_adjacent_setting
- creative_seasonal_menu
- exceptional_biscuits
- semi_outdoor_courtyard
What People Love
- That first bite of crisp-topped biscuits
- Light-filled, photogenic courtyard
- Thoughtful, creative seasoning on seafood and veg
- Warm service when the team is in sync
- Pairing the meal with a gallery stroll
Points of Concern
- Pricing is genuinely expensive ($30+ mains, ~$20 cocktails) with added fees
- Small portion sizes on some mains; consider extra sides
- Service can slow during peak periods; drinks may lag
- Rigid seating policies (full party required) and phone responsiveness issues
- Review patterns show signs of potential manipulation (insufficient_data) which may not reflect typical diner experience
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average Cost$65-$92 per person
ReservationsRecommended
What to Order
- Start with Cream Biscuits and a seafood starter for balance
- Choose one main (chicken, barramundi, or mushroom) and add a vegetable side
- Dessert: Key lime panna cotta or chocolate stout cake for a clean finish
Perfect For
- Date night after gallery visit
- Stylish business lunch
- Celebration with small plates to share
- Out-of-town guests seeking Arts District vibes
Location Insights
Area: Trendy Arts District complex with galleries and creative offices; stylish crowd, date nights and business lunches.
Safety: Well-trafficked destination zone; generally safe with active foot traffic, typical urban awareness advised at night.
Nearby: Inside Hauser & Wirth complex; adjacent gallery visits common; nearby cafes, breweries, and boutique shops.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday17:30–22:00
Tuesday11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:00
Wednesday11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:00
Thursday11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:00
Friday11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:00
Saturday10:00–14:30, 17:30–22:00
Sunday10:00–14:30, 17:30–21:00
Available: Reservations, Takeout, Outdoor seating
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