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Culver City - Fifty One restaurant
6.2

Fifty One

  • Culver City
  • $$
  • Chinese
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Flavourless creativity falls short

The standout Tea Leaf Shrimp and dim sum appetizer don't save the day. The dim sum, though generous in size, can't contend with the overall lacklustre taste and lack of fresh ingredients. The menu is potentially creative, but not quite there yet, leading to overall dissatisfaction.

  • Large Portions

    Generous portions ensure a satisfying, hearty, and abundant meal experience.

  • Okay Variety

    Menu variety praised but some note limitations or mixed experiences.

  • Low Quality

    Food described as tasteless, overpriced, unauthentic with poor quality.

Top 3 dishes at Fifty One

  1. 1

    Tea Leaf Shrimp 🏆

    Shrimp with tea leaves was the best thing, an intriguing standout dish.

    Tea Leaf Shrimp dish
  2. 2

    Dim Sum Appetizer

    Dim sum delighted with generous sizing and a fun, tasty twist.

    Dim Sum Appetizer dish
  3. 3

    Red Bean Sesame Balls

    Perfectly sweet bean paste; small, authentic, and delightfully crispy outside.

    Red Bean Sesame Balls dish

Vibe: Dates love the stylish setting

Fifty One has a positively reviewed ambiance, stylishly decorated and ideal for date nights. The drinks options, while somewhat limited, are generally satisfactory. Theres's a buzz about the place, but it's not overly lively or trendy, just comfortably neutral.

  • Great Ambiance

    The ambiance is described as stylish, inviting, chic, and beautifully decorated.

  • Okay Drinks

    Good wine and beer options; though somewhat limited, still satisfying.

Perks: Parking woes and unruly noise

Parking is a major issue, structures are often full with street options rare. The TV noise is disruptive, impacting the otherwise comfortable front dining patio ambiance. However, the restaurant shines when accommodating large groups and shows a considerate side with a separate vegan and vegetarian menu.

  • Great For Groups

    Accommodates large parties well with spacious seating and private rooms.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Patio area covered, adapts well to weather, providing comfortable dining.

  • Bad Service

    Service very slow, staff overwhelmed, and sometimes rude or unprofessional.