Mother of Pearl

I've been wanting to check out Moxy's Level 8, so I made a reservation via OpenTable for a same-day reservation. Upon arrival, the system did not register and show my reservation on the first floor, but the lady still sent us upstairs. The restaurant is an outdoor dining area facing the convention center, which is very scenic for watching the sunset. We ordered oysters and drinks.+ Kyoto Summer 2/5: I did not like the drink at all. It had a very strong herbal flavor that I wasn't a fan of. It also wasn't as carbonated and refreshing as the server recommended.+ High Tide 3/5: I thought the drink was okay. The huge oyster shell with all the popping boba sitting in there was kinda interesting but not practical. It's pretty but extra.+ Oysters 4/5: Fresh!I'm glad I got to try Mother of Pearl but I don't think I'll be back nor would I really recommend this place.

Please excuse my blurry images. I went to a private party for Mother of Pearl (i think it was like a soft opening) last weekend and omg...the fish slider was the star of the night. Wow, despite being a slider sample size, I cannot wait until the restaurant opens so i can get the full sized version (it may already be open by now). The amount of batter was so perfect and not overpowering, the seasoning of the fish was impressive and compliments the fishiness and the sandwich construction itself was good. I'm not sure if they will make the sliders a larger sized fish sandwich but that would be really great if so because the fish is a little thinner side in the sliders I had. Can't wait to go for more.There was also a lobster squid ink pasta...very great recipe and blend of flavors.i believe it's called Moms spaghetti. Honestly very good bites/menu tasting. The view is also great. It's an outdoor restaurant so the ambiance hits with DTLA skyscraper views.

Food was delicious. It's not something I'm used to eating. Service was fast.I got a reservation around 830. I came in at 8:15 and got seated immediately. I expected to wait for the food longer than usual but it was fast. I had a cocktail and ordered the blue fish tube plate. Ambience was very chill and the waiter was nice to us.

I made a dinner reservation for Thursday 10/31 at 8:30 pm, and when we arrived they told us the kitchen was closed. I would assume if an establishment's kitchen is going to be closed, all parties would be informed of this before arriving so not to have dinner guests arrive to a restaurant with a non functioning kitchen. Truly a waste of our time, very disappointed.

Seafood tower, Pasta, mocktail, decoration of the restaurant, service, Everything are just so perfect!!!!! Loving this place so much, definitely will be back!!!

Let's start with the beautiful ambience and breathtaking rooftop view. There is definitely nothing like this downtown. You would think you were in another city. The staff were so friendly and kind. The service was excellent. The food was absolutely delicious. I loved their oysters and their spicy salad, their fish sliders and their spaghetti and meatballs. I will definitely go back for a nice glass of white wine and enjoy the view and food with a friend again.

The food is to die for!! Our favorite was the lobster meatballs 10/10. The attention to detail in every aspect makes for overall the absolute best experience. Ryan was amazing so attentive! Will definitely be coming back.

Everything was so amazing!! Mouthwatering pasta, apps and caviar heaven. The service is absolutely perfect, the waiters were so kind and happy to be there. The ambiance is insane as well; what can be better than delicious food on a rooftop overlooking the whole city? I will be back a ton!

This place is great - we will be back. The food was so well executed, we want to try other stuff. Had the tuna tar tar, sand dab sliders and the ceviche, which I would rate 9.5, 9 and 9.5 respectively. They're small places so you need to load up but that just means you get to try more dishes. The 100% outdoor setting and the view of LA Live across the street (Figueroa) are cool too. For bev's, we had espresso martini, tequila/OJ and a mezcal-menu drink which were all great (even if they were each $21?!). Finally, our server and overall service was super all around.

Had the loveliest experience at this spot! Incredible seafood, amazing service and the squid ink pasta with lobster meatballs is the star of the show! Will absolutely be back