FINALLY went to L’Assiette for the first time, splurged and went with their truffle prie fixe which came with 1st foie gras app ($10 supp), sorrel soup, + 2 rounds of their steak frites w/ truffle laden sauce. It was $55 plus a $10 split plate fee, which meant both of us got our own sorrel soup which was downright godly when paired with their excellent bread. Split a single glass of $11 french wine that was also delicious (the generous initial pour meant our split portion was bigger than some pours around town). Did not leave hungry, actually can’t really imagining taking down both rounds of frites.
Could this be the highest QPR restaurant for a couple in Los Angeles? Just fucking maybe.
Went to Leona for brunch this morn. I’m not a huge brunch fan, but I left pretty dang happy with the meal. The table shared an order of the Brown Butter Pancakes, which were probably some of the best pancakes I can remember having in recent memory. A definite highlight. We also shared the Korean Latke, which were fine, if a bit boring. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Flatbread and was pleasantly surprised. Probably better as a shared plate, but it was really tasty. Also had bites of the Eggs Benedict and Ocean Trout, and both were solid brunch dishes.
I’ve read mixed things about the dinner (haven’t been to judge for myself), but if you’re looking for a brunch spot on the Westside, Leona is a good shout.
There’s a Creams and Dreams in Santa Monica, too (right near the Promenade). Haven’t yet tried it, although it seems to be pretty popular. May try it since you like the one in Chino Hills…
If “by rolling in the dough,” you mean rolling in more pasta dough, then yes, I’ll have to definitely agree that I was rolling in more pasta dough than you.