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Westside - The Nickel Mine restaurant
5.5

The Nickel Mine

  • Westside
  • $$
  • American
  • Bar
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    good

Food: Tasteless tummy fillers

The Nickel Mine's Pepperoni Pizza, Buffalo Wings, and Garlic Knots are well-liked by some, but the majority of reviews describe an unsettling lack of flavor and overcooked disappointment. No explosive taste is associated with its Pepperoni Pizza or Buffalo Wings. Plus, critiques underline issues with food quality, expressing that their supposedly best dishes lack freshness. Furthermore, the menu doesn’t get any points for being expansive or imaginative, it's more likely to frustrate than entice.

  • Okay Value

    Average food, standard pricing, decent happy hour, vibe liked by many.

  • Low Quality

    Food quality not great, items lack freshness, as noted in multiple reviews.

Top 3 dishes at The Nickel Mine

  1. 1

    Pepperoni Pizza 🏆

    Most reviewers love its classic flavor, freshness, and perfect preparation.

    Pepperoni Pizza dish
  2. 2

    Buffalo Wings

    Most reviews praise their perfect spiciness and overall delicious taste.

    Buffalo Wings dish
  3. 3

    Garlic Knots

    Garlic knots are praised as a must-try, delicious appetizer.

    Garlic Knots dish

Vibe: Library-like luxury

The ambiance at The Nickel Mine might be its only saving grace. Described as having a chic library feel, the intimately cozy vibe compensates for some of its shortcomings. The variety of alcoholic drinks, specifically whiskey, craft beers, and cocktails, is another bright spot.

  • Great Ambiance

    Chic library feel with cozy, intimate vibe and vibrant, fun atmosphere.

  • Okay Buzz

    Has a sports bar vibe, although not a sceney LA hotspot.

  • Bad For Dates

    Excessive noise, loud music can be disturbing for a romantic date experience.

Perks: Pitiful parking, noisy nuisance

The parking situation at The Nickel Mine could frustrate a saint. Metered parking and high-rate lots are a damper on the experience. Additionally, the consistently loud music makes for difficult conversations, ruining the dining experience for many. The lack of diet-friendly options doesn’t help their case either, making the menu incredibly inaccessible to some.

  • Great For Groups

    Accommodates large groups, ample space, private rooms, and attentive service.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Big open space with windows, but service can sometimes be lacking.

  • Hard To Park

    Difficult to find parking; meters and lots charge high rates, which frustrates patrons.