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Los Feliz - Kismet restaurant
7.0

Kismet

  • Los Feliz
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Innovative flavors disappoint in size

Kismet has been applauded for the innovative charm in their cuisine with dishes such as the Fried Cauliflower and Flakey Bread stealing the limelight. Their use of familiar ingredients to craft exceptional dishes displays a level of culinary creativity admired by many. Also noteworthy is the care and quality that go into ensuring ingredients are fresh. However, the diner's enthusiasm is quickly dampened by the incredibly small portions and lack of value for money.

  • Great Quality

    Fresh ingredients beautifully presented with high quality and great care.

  • Okay Taste

    Some dishes disappointed, yet others were flavorful, with mixed feelings.

  • Bad Variety

    Limited options restrict dietary diversity, detracting from dining experience.

Top 3 dishes at Kismet

  1. 1

    Fried Cauliflower 🏆

    Crispy, with grilled aroma and perfectly spiced; caper yogurt complements it well.

    Fried Cauliflower dish
  2. 2

    Flakey Bread

    Pairing with labneh, lemon, and honey highlights its delicious buttery flakiness.

    Flakey Bread dish
  3. 3

    Lamb Polenta

    Tender lamb and creamy polenta receive high praise for flavor.

    Lamb Polenta dish

Vibe: Mesmerizing niche with a loud hum

Exuding calm, homey, and cozy vibes created by beautifully thought out details, Kismet excels in setting the mood. It’s touted as a perfect spot for romantic nights, and its trending status adds a lively buzz. But, the loud and annoying music does disrupt the pleasant dining atmosphere.

  • Great Buzz

    Consistently described as trendy, Instagrammable, and having a lively atmosphere.

  • Okay Ambiance

    Some find the perfect ambience; others feel overcrowded and ambiance bland.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Music too loud and unpleasant, disrupting conversations and dining experience.

Perks: Unauspicious service in a pleasant spot

The restaurant accommodates large groups and offers a great range of diet-friendly options. However, the overall experiences are hampered by difficult parking, loud music, uncomfortable outdoor seating, and slow service by inattentive staff. It's also not a place you would consider child-friendly due to reports of passive-aggressive treatment.

  • Great For Diets

    Ample diet-friendly options, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free.

  • Okay For Groups

    Handles groups well but can be pricy and crowded, affecting comfort.

  • Bad Service

    Service slow, staff rude and inattentive, resulting in underwhelming experiences.