Ortolan 
Los Angeles CA 90048
Listed in: French
Neighborhood: Mid-City West
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Perhaps the most critical step in the road to Ortolan was Christophe’s tenure as executive chef at L’Orangerie, an L.A.-area restaurant widely regarded as the finest French restaurant in town. Christophe enhanced L’Orangerie’s reputation with his contemporary menu design, featuring elegant dishes that focused on simple preparations and fresh ingredients.
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Best French food around!!
Best French Food in Los Angeles and Christophe's creations are fantastic
and delicious.
Sometimes words are incapable of capturing the greatness of a moment or a meal. No number of superfluous adjectives can describe the sheer genius of Chef Christopher Eme's careful and beautiful tasting menu.
Each course was art on a plate, truly, and the flavors were eye-roll-to-the-back-of-your-head good. The service, too, was impeccable and staff gives everyone the royal treatment. Also, if in doubt as to what wine to order, ask the sommelier who was very friendly and gave me absolutely no attitude when I rejected the first bottle of wine he suggested. Love that it's a fancy place without a fancy schmancy attitude problem.
A heads up: If you're doing the chef's menu, allot at least 3 hours from start to finish, be prepared to spend like a ballah, and make sure to use their valet. Someone will take your ticket beforehand so your car's waiting for you upon exit.
A definite must for any foodie.
The food is superb, the decor is elegant yet cozy and the presentation is so unique. It's delicious without being too pretentious.
Outstanding food! Outstanding service! Outstanding atmosphere!!
The food is prepared and presented in such a stylish way that you almost feel sorry you have to eat it. of course once you taste it is paradise. The ambiance is perfect for a romantic dinner or a simple date to impress someone. The service is very attentive.
