A Worthy Olive Named "Luke"
Lucques Restaurant in Los Angeles
18.03.2008
Ok, this place is a must. It is a cozy charming restaurant serving really, really good seasonal food. The chef, Suzanne Goin, is a James Beard Winner but this is no fussy, stuffy palace of pretention. The warm brick walls, fireplace and timbered ceiling make you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in. In overly plastic LA this place is like a warm blanket. The food is seasonal and wonderful, starting with the Italian bread which is perfectly crusty and the Tuscan olives (which is the namesake for the restaurant) and almonds. I had braised beef short ribs with sautéed greens, cippolinis and horseradish cream ($28). The food is uncomplicated and delicious comfort food. The best quality ingredients prepared in a way that the flavors of the ingredients speak for themselves. Nice wine list, although complicated by the fact that it is listed in liters. So figure that out before you go. The menu is somewhat pricey but not overly so for the quality of food. Go, Eat and Enjoy.
Lucques
8474 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Phone: (323) 655-6277
http://www.lucques.com/
