Stinking Rose

Every dish on the menu includes garlic so you have to be a garlic lover when going to this restaurant! Make sure you at least try the garlic ice cream before leaving just to say that you did... it's comparable to vanilla ice cream except for the after taste! This is definitely not a first date place as you will be able to scare the vampires off after feasting on any meal here but the food is worth it and the atmosphere very old Hollywood. Enjoy!

Posted 02/13/08 | Report Abuse

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Went there a few years ago with my husband and we never went back. Food was only fair. Decor looked like a drunken designer was trying for a tacky Holloween. For what it costs at this restaurant, we much prefer Dan Tana's, Morton's, The Palm, the Little Door, and others.

Posted 01/12/08 | Report Abuse

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My boyfriend surprised me with reservations for Valentine's Day by having us experience this garlic treat. My goodness, I have to say I can't wait to go back. Excellent romantic theme. The dishes are big enough for two: We shared the Bagna Calda, Zuppa di Pesce, Forty Clove Garlic Chicken, and topped it off with a pleasant white wine, Pinot Grigio Folonari, including, dessert & after-dinner drinks came out to $130...Not bad. Our waiter gave us full attention and explained the menu thoroughly. The atmosphere makes you feel like a star with the waiting area covered with pictures of celebs up and down the walls. I understand they also have a location in SF - next spot! I'd recommend making reservations beforehand because when we were there people without reservations waited 2hrs to be seated! Unless it was only because of Valentine's Day? Either way be safe & reserve.

PROS: Unique experience, Romantic feel, Superb customer service
CONS: Quite a distance, Valet parking only

Posted 02/24/06 | Report Abuse

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This restaurant is unlike anyother when it comes to decor. Somewhat campy but all original. The food is ranges from awesome to good. I strongly recommend the prime rib and the filet mignon. The bread is great too. Stay away from the rabbit. Regardless of what you eat, it definitely is event dining. I also recommend the mojito's and apple martini's.

PROS: everything has garlic
CONS: everything has garlic

Posted 06/15/05 | Report Abuse

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I've had a few dinners at the Stinking Rose. The atmopshere is over-the-top-stuff-everywhere. The food is (surprise surprise) garlic themed. It's probably worth a visit for the novelty value, but there are better restaurants to be had.

Posted 01/10/05 | Report Abuse

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One of my favorite places to eat when I'm in the Los Angeles area. Great Italian food with tons of garlic perfect for those lovers of garlic. The one in San Francisco is also a treat and in a perfect location.

Posted 12/31/04 | Report Abuse

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Excellent food! I ordered the prime rib, and it was worth the $20. It came with heavenly mashed potatoes. Another recommendation I have is their gnochi. They're tender potatoe dumplings in a rich gravy. I'm going to be stuffed for awhile. I don't like how you have to valet park though.

Posted 12/24/04 | Report Abuse

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If you LOVE Garlic then this is definitely the place to dine. It is great for big groups too. There is also one in San Francisco in the North Beach area that is just as enticing.

Posted 12/23/04 | Report Abuse

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Classy place to have a meal for the garlic lover in all of us. Try their garlic ice cream, a rare treat.

Posted 12/22/04 | Report Abuse

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If you love garlic, like I do, then Stinking Rose is heaven.
Warning: You will smell like garlic for days.

Posted 07/30/04 | Report Abuse

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