Ford's Filling Station

Message from Ford's Filling Station

  • Great patio dining
  • Incredible vibe and lively bar
  • Great before or after the show

Fill all your senses at Ford's Filling Station - LA's first and finest Gastropub - where the atmosphere is relaxed yet often bustling. Comfortable seating areas with warm walnut surfaces and Asian rugs create a charming intimacy amidst an informal setting. The patios are intimate, for private parties, and offer a soothing contrast to our energetic main room, which features wood-beamed ceilings, brick, polished concrete floors and an open kitchen. Machine-age lamps accent the wooden bar while large celestial chandeliers create a ceiling of soft light. Our dedication to craft is evident in the American Regional Menu, which is rustic, simple and innovative, yet familiar. The seasonal menu emphasizes flavor in exciting, uncomplicated combinations and in keeping with Chef Ford's earthy palate.

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(310) 736-1034

9531 Culver Blvd Culver City, CA 90232
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In Short
After honing his chops at foodie favorites like Chez Panisse and Campanile, Ford has developed a reputation that far exceeds his genetics (dad is Harrison). The celebrated chef-caterer has set up his new laid-back bar- and grill-style eatery in Culver City's spruced-up historic downtown. The menu focuses on American food--much of it organic--with international nuances.

162 Reviews of Ford's Filling Station in Culver City

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cool place  3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

By tori k. | insider Insider | Rank: 19,102

I went there with my husband and 2 kids.He liked some salami and bread thing.I order fish and chips.It was great,Not so kids friendly They didn't eat anything.

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This Place Rocks!  5 Star Rating - World class

By Bleome H.

Great Food, Good Location, Reasonably Priced, Hot Waitresses. I recommend Ford's. I recently had a business lunch there, and they did a fabulous job. Great salads and good hearty food. Also, it does not hurt that the waitresses are hot! Check this place out. Good stuff!

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Ford's Fills You Up  4 Star Rating - Very good

By jodi t. | insider Insider | Rank: 27,622

Ford's Filling Station is one of the best restaurants in Culver City. Great hamburgers and onion rings for the kids. Great delicacies for the adults. Good American Fare done with a great chef's iron touch. A little expensive, but worth it!

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Kid Friendly  4 Star Rating - Very good

By LaShann S. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 1,086

This is a great place to take your kids. The atmosphere is great and so is the food. I enjoyed the burgers and the prices are not bad either.

The staff was attentive and took care of us.

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Another good Culver City Restaurant  4 Star Rating - Very good

By Shireen R. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 2,314

Ford's Filling Station has a casual and nice atmosphere. The decor is comfortable and interesting. They have great burgers. One of their specialties is cured meats. The staff was pretty kid friendly during our visit with our 6 year old.

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Great upscale dining in up and coming Culver City  5 Star Rating - World class

By Darius W. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 11,999

Ford's is the anchor of what I call the "New Culver City." This is a great restaurant with a laid back vibe and amazing food. Ben Ford (Harrison's son) has created an eclectic American food menu with dishes ranging from tasty to sublime. The staff is always courteous and friendly, and the glasses of wine are generous. A little on the pricey side, but well worth it. Just be sure to make a reservation!!

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delicious  5 Star Rating - World class

By Sasha D. | top100 Top 100 Reviewer | Rank: 93

great food! not a huge menu.,but everything on it is good (obviously haven't had everything, but that would be my guess.) optimal location in dowtown!

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chef world 5 Star Rating - World class

By jkimmel

Being a chef, very cool sighting at my favorite neighborhood spot..... Alice Waters!!! It looked like she asked for a table for 4 even though she had 6 people. The Chef was bringing food to the table and enjoying a glass of wine with her in between courses. One of my friends had no idea who she was and the two were in awe of the relevant chef in the US if not the world.

Pros: cool sightings
Cons: none here
Posted 05/20/09

A proposal to remember 5 Star Rating - World class

By vavavavoom

A few days ago I went to Ford's for happy hour, which turned into a long dinner when some colleagues walked in. We were sitting in the middle of the main room minding our business about to sign the check after the most delicious meal when one of the servers brought out a dessert to the table next to us. Since I had opted for no dessert, I was curious to see what they ordered. It was a jewelry box!!!!! His girlfriend was so surprised when he proposed. I looked around and every women around had tears in their eyes. It was such a beautiful moment. Life is beautiful.

Pros: sweet vibe, food and music
Posted 05/08/09

A proposal to remember 5 Star Rating - World class

By grrreat

A few days ago I went to Ford's for happy hour, which turned into a long dinner when some colleagues walked in. We were sitting in the middle of the main room minding our business about to sign the check after the most delicious meal when one of the servers brought out a dessert to the table next to us. Since I had opted for no dessert, I was curious to see what they ordered. It was a jewelry box!!!!! His girlfriend was so surprised when he proposed. I looked around and every women around had tears in their eyes. It was such a beautiful moment. Life is beautiful.

Pros: sweet vibe, food and music
Posted 05/08/09

Food ok, service mediocre 3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

By DenaG

I went to Ford's Filling Station on Saturday afternoon with 2 friends for lunch. The menu has a good selection but the food was only ok (nothing so delicious that I would go back). The servcie was slow and they were not busy at 1pm on Saturday, so we really didn't understand why it took so long for her to take our order or deliver our food. They also messed up one order when the hamburger is supposed to come with carmelized onions and the burger was delivered without what the menu said it came with. It was an ok lunch but with only one alcholic drink, the bill was $72, so I don't really have a need to try this place again.

Pros: Located in a cute area in Culver City
Cons: Slow service, waitress got our order wrong
Posted 04/12/09

BAR! 5 Star Rating - World class

By liveyourlifein09

i really liked the BAR.

Posted 01/29/09