A relative newcomer to Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, The Bellwether has already attracted a sizable following. I would characterize Chef/Owner Ted Hopson’s cooking as ‘Seasonal New American’. The menu is organized into small format, large format, and ‘R&D’ dishes. The dining room and bar areas are both welcoming and, as with most gastropubs, the full menu is available at the bar. Service was very cordial and attentive.
White ginger pear iced tea…
Nancy’s hand-harvested scallops crudo, with green apple ponzu, celery, peanuts & shiso…
Tempura cauliflower, with Thai chili, mint, Thai basil, lime & nam pla…
Roasted Okinawa sweet potato, with crème fraiche, scalded cream, chive & Maldon sea salt…
Roasted half chicken, schmaltz roasted root vegetables, roasting jus & gremolata…
Dessert time!!!
Raven’s Dark Roast (single origin, Guatemala)…
Grand Marnier bread pudding, with candied pecans & Quenelle malted crème fraîche ice cream…
Overall, I thought the food was good, with a nice neighborhood vibe.
RECOMMENDED.
The Bellwether
13521 Ventura Bl., Suite A
Studio City, CA 91604
818.285.8184