Margot

Margot has a great atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive. Great for a date night.The server recommended the yellowtail crudo and a selection of tapas. The crudo was fresh and flavorful--definitely a solid choice. Unfortunately, the tapas were disappointing; they tasted like they had been reheated from the frozen section rather than freshly prepared.FYI some of the main entrees are made to order and take a min of 30 minutes to prepare.Overall, it's a nice spot for drinks and ambiance, but I'd stick to the crudo and maybe explore other menu options next time.

We had a very nice dinner at Margot. The food was excellent and service was friendly and efficient. Our server was on top of everything and she took great care of us. The restaurant is contemporary and it was very loud. In my opinion it is much more of an adult atmosphere and I did not see any children. The cost my pasta dinner should have been $10 less as $36 for the pasta dish, in my opinion was a bit high. But it was excellent and I did enjoy it. I think the portion size might be a bit small for a hearty eater though. Also expect to spend at least $10 or more to park.I have never seen restrooms like they have. They have several private rooms and a communal area to wash your hands. It seemed to work very well.

I honestly can't understand why this place doesn't have at least 4 stars. From the beautifully designed decor to the superb ambiance, this is the kind of spot where you're guaranteed to have a fantastic meal.We had to order the albondigas again, and they were just as incredible as last time--the perfect balance of spice with a crisp texture. The sauce needs to be sold in stores! The arancini with truffle is phenomenal. Rich, flavorful, creamy and absolutely worth ordering.As always, the Ora King salmon was outstanding--crispy on top, and flaky and moist on the inside. The seafood risotto was hearty, comforting, and the perfect dish for this foggy LA day.Beyond the amazing food, this place is also ideal for events and large parties--I'm already dreaming of hosting one here. If you haven't been yet, don't sleep on this spot. It's truly excellent!

The cuisine is a mix of Californian-Italian-Mediterranean, and everything I've had is absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is hip, trendy, and upscale, but without feeling pretentious. They have large windows, setting the perfect vibe for either day or night dining. You wouldn't think frayed black rope hanging from a tall ceiling would look cool in a space, but it works here. The bathrooms are individual stalls (my preference - I don't want to hear other people using the restroom) and they have my favorite Aesop hand soap! We all had a drink and shared 4 small dishes + 1 entree, and it came out to ~$79 per person for 3 people. We were easily able to make a reservation for Margot on the Resy app, and we were able to specify that we wanted to sit in the indoor dining room since it was cold outside (although I love the vibes on the patio).For parking, we self parked in the lot right across the street (8850 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232) and walked through the Platform shopping center. To get to Margot, you take the swanky elevator (hidden in a corner, next to the jewelry store Catbird) and go to the top floor. I loved everything we had and would repeat this exact order again. Here was our order: Yellowtail crudo ($26) calabrian kosho, radish, citrus. Refreshing, citrus-forward, perfect texture. I loved this so much that next time I would order both crudos to share.Patatas bravas ($16) crispy fingerlings potato's with smoked paprika aioli on the side. Yummy for anyone who enjoys potatoes. Wild arugula salad ($20) with hazelnuts, vinaigrette, thinly sliced apples, and Manchego sheep cheese. Light & delicious. Charred broccoli ($24) with garlic yogurt, black garlic vinaigrette, feta. It didn't say it on the menu, but I'm pretty sure it's topped with quinoa. An absolute must order. For our entrée, since we were already on a seafood theme, we went with the Ora king salmon ($38) with black rice, avocado mousse, leeks, and serrano aioli.House Cocktail: The Hugo ($18) with elderflower, Prosecco & mint. Non-alcohol Mocktail: Arancia Spritz ($14) Lyre's Italian orange non-alcoholic spirit & soda. Leaning sweet without being overpowering, served in a fun glass.

I've been to Margot many times over the years, and my favorite dish is the broccoli. Other items I typical get include:Steak and eggs - part of the brunch menuBroccoli - this is my favorite, it had an excellent vinaigrette yogurt dressing and there's something crunchy on top (I think fried quinoa) that really adds to the overall textureOra King Salmon - the salmon itself is excellent and melts in your mouth. I especially like the crispy skin on the salmon. The seasoning is simple but good. I'm not a fan of the side salad and sauce that comes with it though.Atmosphere is excellent and service is fine but can be slow sometimes. I like to sit on the patio area, especially on a warm night. My rating is just for the food.

Came here for dinner. Wanted to try an Italian spot around culver and decided to give this a try. Made reservations and were seated promptly outside. Each seat had its own heater which made it very comfortable. Great for date night or with a larger group. We got the Boboloti pasta and the squid ink pasta. Both were savory and flavorful. The squid ink was a light bit citrusy and had a lighter profile than the boboloti which was more hearty and filling. The cheese was sharp which was a nice contrast. The pastas were quite aldente (more than our taste) and the pricing was quite high for what it is. Probably wont be back because of that but was still a nice spot to try out once. Food: 7/10 (for the price)Service: 8/10Ambience: 9/10

The food here is always great and they rotate the menu slightly, adding variations to their core dishes. My favorite remains the broccoli feta salad with balsamic. Giving this 4 instead of 5 just because of the service checks--they tend to be delayed/infrequent.

Lovely atmosphere, especially in the outside seating area. We got lots of plates to share and all were really good. We particularly enjoyed the seafood risotto, squid ink and the lemon-ricotta asparagus. The pork meatballs were a little over-cooked and some of the items were a bit salty for my taste but otherwise this was a lovely experience.

Came here for dinner on a weekday for a group of 4, and glad we had made an advance reservation. We were only able to get outdoor seating, but we were sat near a warm heater so that was nice and cozy. Our server wasn't as quick or attentive (took him about 15 min to get our drinks, and then another 15 or so to get our food orders), but I guess it was a busy night? The vibes were chill, intimate, and chic. The music wasn't overly loud, so you can still have nice conversations with your party. We shared a bunch of dishes: patatas bravas, jamon, pan con tomato, arugula salad, beets and burrata, bomboloti pasta, and squid ink tagliarini. All of the dishes were divine. The squid ink in particular was the perfect blend of flavors, and not too fishy. The pasta was freshly made, light, and the sauce wasn't too overpowering. The beets and burrata was very refreshing as well. Overall, would recommend this place for a nice date night or social gathering. The food is quite delicious, despite the higher price tag. The only thing was that service was a tad bit slow that day. Parking in the nearby Platform garage ($2/hour ish), no validation.

I would have to say that Margot is perhaps a distillation of everything L.A. Which is to say, style over substance. Don't get me wrong. Margot is a delightful rooftop bar and eatery. The food was pretty solid, as was the service. Attentive without being overwhelming. But it's a scene as well as a place to "be seen."We came here on a Sunday eve so it wasn't nearly as crowded as I imagine it would be on other nights. We ordered the yellowtail crudo, grilled prawns, the squid ink tagliarini, and the Little Gems salad. Then we ended up ordering the Pan Con Tomate, which was suggested by our waiter. I understand why he was trying to upsell us, because the grilled prawns were delicious, but there were literally four of them on the plate and not much else. And I feel like $18 for half a loaf of bread with some tomato sauce smeared on top of it was pretty damn steep. The Crudo was yummy and beautifully presented, but again, for $25 one would have expected a bit more than four bites. My tagliarini was delicious, probably the best thing we ordered. Well seasoned and a decent portion.The little gems salad was literally nothing more than a pile of lettuce with some fried capers and Parmesan and dressing thrown on top. Tasty. But disappointing for 20 bucks. We would return, but only for a really special occasion. Because more than $200 spent for two people who ordered one drink each?? Whew chile...Margot is definitely above our pay grade.