Sqirl is a vibrant cafe with craveable eats for everyday.
6/10 Nice brunch spot in Silverlake. I think my main issue with Sqirl is that their dishes are beautifully presented, but the looks bear stronger than the taste. I found the dishes were hit or miss. While we LOVED the seasonal frittata and the latka, the pesto bowl and ricotta toast were lacking. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a pretty place to grab lunch with friends, you can tell a lot of effort was put into the interior. Just not sure if it reaches my top brunch spots in LA. I could foresee myself coming back to try the pastries or cake (which looked delicious), but for the full sit down brunch thing, it might be awhile before I come back.
Published at 5 months ago
This place was busy my entire visit and for good reason. It has a really cool artisanal shop next door of jams, and unique groceries. Dining on their patio was very “LA”. It had all the trendy hipsters in their jeans and vintage sweaters for the overcast day,
Bustling with conversation, this place still provided excellent service and a delicious dish verified by their very popular Salmon Noice salad. (Probably spelled that wrong)
But it was the last thing on their very long and tempting menu. Can’t wait to come back.
Published at 2 months ago
All I can say is wow. Easily in my top 3 favorite restaurants in Los Angeles now. The attention to detail in the menu is phenomenal, every flavor is on point, and every dish was balanced. Now i want to try every dish on the menu! We (2 people) had blueberry morning bun, essie's latke tot, brioche toast with cherry jam, and the brûlé french toast. Some highlights:
- the morning bun had the best blueberry flavor I've ever had in a pastry
- the beet cured lox was insane. 11/10
- the jam was perfect as expected. next time I would get the ricotta toast but we already ordered a lot!
- the french toast was like no other, another 11/10
Zero notes on the food. We came on a Sunday at around 10:30 and had no line to order. Food came as you would expect, around 15-20 minutes. The only downside to this location is the small seating area, the outside tables are nice but the cars on the street could be loud at times. Can't wait to come back!
Published at 5 months ago
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Squirl in Los Angeles, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. This place truly deserves all five stars!
From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was inviting and vibrant. The staff greeted us warmly and were incredibly attentive throughout our meal. Their knowledge of the menu and genuine enthusiasm for the dishes made us feel welcome and excited to try everything.
The food at Squirl is nothing short of spectacular. Every dish we ordered was bursting with fresh, innovative flavors that delighted our taste buds. The seasonal ingredients and unique combinations showcased the chef's creativity and dedication to quality. The ricotta toast with seasonal jam is a must-try; it's the perfect balance of creamy and tangy. The sorrel pesto rice bowl was another standout, with its harmonious blend of textures and flavors that left us craving more.
The presentation of each dish was also impeccable. You can tell that a lot of thought and care goes into not only how the food tastes but also how it looks. It’s clear that the team at Squirl is passionate about delivering a memorable dining experience.
In addition to the incredible food, the ambiance of Squirl adds to its charm. The cozy, laid-back vibe makes it a perfect spot for a casual meal with friends or a special date. The decor is simple yet stylish, creating a comfortable environment where you can truly enjoy your meal.
Overall, Squirl exceeded our expectations in every way. The combination of delicious, thoughtfully prepared food, exceptional service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere makes it a standout restaurant in Los Angeles. I can't wait to return and explore more of their delightful menu. Highly recommended!
Published at 5 months ago
Food and staff are great!
However, an unexpected 2 hour wait on a random Sunday for food is a complete waste of personal time and a whole day.
Being a restaurant that has been around for some time now, they need to figure out a more efficient way for their customer's to wait and order and then have the food served. I totally understand and expect to wait for weekend brunch, but having to wait 50 minutes for 2 breakfast plates after waiting 1 hour to order is quite ridiculous.
It's a shame that the lack of operations overshadowed the tasty food and the hardworking staff in my overall experience.
Published at 10 months ago
Published at a month ago
Nice cafe with cool interior. I had a good coffee and my wife has ordered a gluten free fritt-omelette which according to her was really good :)
Published at a month ago
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Help, I cannot stop thinking about the Bakers Latte. It is haunting me. I dont live in LA and its all I can think about. I yearn for it. I pine for it.
Published at a month ago
Beautiful, easygoing and tasty! Couldn t ask for more!
Published at a month ago
Total local as well as hipster place. Get there early to skip the line. Put your hair in space buns and get your phone ready for very attractive food. Oh, and the taste, so good. Quality matters. The custard soaked French toast is so decadent.
Published at a month ago
Such a GEM - this is a must, don t leave LA without visiting SQIRL
Published at a month ago
Cozy restaurant for breakfast & brunch/The price was not bad, but the bacon and square potato(?)were overcooked.
Published at a month ago
Such a cute brunch place! Very healthy but good food. I would recommend going early (9am or so) to miss the crowd!
Published at a month ago
This place was busy my entire visit and for good reason. It has a really cool artisanal shop next door of jams, and unique groceries. Dining on their patio was very LA . It had all the trendy hipsters in their jeans and vintage sweaters for the overcast day, Bustling with conversation, this place still provided excellent service and a delicious dish verified by their very popular Salmon Noice salad. (Probably spelled that wrong) But it was the last thing on their very long and tempting menu. Can t wait to come back.
Published at 2 months ago
The food was delicious, but the service was poor.
Published at 2 months ago
Published at 2 months ago
We diffidently will come back!!Love this place and recommend it!
Published at 2 months ago
A very popular breakfast spot in LA. In addition to vegetable dishes, there is also a wide selection of pastries. Breakfast on the terrace is popular. The food is also very photogenic.
Published at 2 months ago
The ricotta toast was very delicious It might be a good idea to go if you come to LA. Have a nice morning
Published at 2 months ago
Best French toast I ve ever had, best cookie I ve ever had. Avocado toast was also
Published at 2 months ago
I overall like Sqirl. The latke tot is consistently good and the coffee bevs always hit. Are there better breakfasts? Sure. But its fun to take my friend from home on the East Coast here to show them some California cuisine. The people watching is outstanding.
Published at 2 months ago
Published at 2 months ago
Definitely worth a visit. Enjoyed the macro bowl - textures, flavors, portions perfect.
Published at 2 months ago
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1st time we went, the Mornin sandwich was beyond delicious. We had to go back and try it again but we were disappointed that it was not the same taste. Thank you. we had our run, 1st run, and last
Published at 2 months ago
Food as always is lit and vibes are on fire Wish I could stay there longer xx Kiss from London Food : 5/5
Published at 3 months ago
My only complaint is that the long cooked chicken and rice porridge didn t come in a bigger size because it was one of the best breakfast meals I ve ever had! The ricotta toast was also delicious.
Published at 3 months ago
Outstanding coffee. Im picky, and Ive tried many Silver Lake coffee shops. This is one of, if not, the best.
Published at 3 months ago
Love their famed ricotta toast. I feel recently they started preparing their own bread, which is better than the previous one. I try to make a stop here each time I visit LA
Published at 3 months ago
Just had breakfast over at the sqirl and I had the mornin sandwich. Unfortunately the order for my sandwich was delayed by over 30 minutes before we had to go up and ask about receiving it. So, this is why they got a low mark. Food
Published at 3 months ago
Published at 3 months ago
Good place for brunch The coffee tastes good too...
Published at 3 months ago
I expected it to be delicious from the comments and pictures, but it was less than expected
Published at 3 months ago
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Published at 3 months ago
It took 35 minutes to receive my order, which included a yogurt bowl, ricotta toast, omelette, and French toast. The atmosphere was very bad, and the taste was below average.
Published at 3 months ago
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Published at 3 months ago
A tasty, healthy, original and hearty breakfast. The mix of flavors is perfect, good technique, a Colgate smile, great service! We really enjoyed ourselves. Well done to the chef and servers.
Published at 3 months ago
A very positive experience at sqirl! Food was fresh and seasoned well. Went on a Sunday around 11:30 am and was able to find a table after waiting 10ish minutes.
Published at 4 months ago
Great food. No set seating so hard to keep a big group together.
Published at 4 months ago
Published at 4 months ago
Sqirl is a culinary gem offering a delightful breakfast and lunch experience. Chef Jessica Koslows innovative dishes showcase the best of Californias fresh produce, making it a must-visit for food lovers seeking a vibrant and flavorful meal.
Published at 4 months ago
Truly best food & other little stuffs in store.
Published at 4 months ago
Published at 4 months ago
Delightful little gourmet breakfast.
Published at 4 months ago
Their pancake is really good and is enough for 2
Published at 4 months ago
The food is very tasty, the staff is friendly, takes time to explain the meals served, the location is not that great (not so much around and lots of cars) but that s fine.
Published at 4 months ago
Published at 4 months ago
We ordered the Sorrel Pesto Rice and the Latke-Tot (smoked). Both were delicious. The pesto rice felt like something that should be more healthy than tasty but it was deliciiis enough. Latke-tot was amazing right out of the kitchen. It was crispy and hot and confused my senses for a little and the pickled vegetables were a good match! Wait times are long though (15-20 mins)
Published at 4 months ago
I highly recommend this toast! Look on the outside! You must definitely order it at least once!
Published at 5 months ago
Rainbow ricotta toast A rainbow made of jam, so cute The bruoche was like bread and the jam was so sweet. I especially enjoyed the blueberry jam(?) gel in the front row. I went on a Friday and it was difficult to park on the street (cleaning issues), but other than that, I wanted to try the restaurants other unique menu items!
Published at 5 months ago
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Squirl in Los Angeles, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. This place truly deserves all five stars! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was inviting and vibrant. The staff greeted us warmly and were incredibly attentive throughout our meal. Their knowledge of the menu and genuine enthusiasm for the dishes made us feel welcome and excited to try everything. The food at Squirl is nothing short of spectacular. Every dish we ordered was bursting with fresh, innovative flavors that delighted our taste buds. The seasonal ingredients and unique combinations showcased the chefs creativity and dedication to quality. The ricotta toast with seasonal jam is a must-try; its the perfect balance of creamy and tangy. The sorrel pesto rice bowl was another standout, with its harmonious blend of textures and flavors that left us craving more. The presentation of each dish was also impeccable. You can tell that a lot of thought and care goes into not only how the food tastes but also how it looks. It s clear that the team at Squirl is passionate about delivering a memorable dining experience. In addition to the incredible food, the ambiance of Squirl adds to its charm. The cozy, laid-back vibe makes it a perfect spot for a casual meal with friends or a special date. The decor is simple yet stylish, creating a comfortable environment where you can truly enjoy your meal. Overall, Squirl exceeded our expectations in every way. The combination of delicious, thoughtfully prepared food, exceptional service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere makes it a standout restaurant in Los Angeles. I cant wait to return and explore more of their delightful menu. Highly recommended!
Published at 5 months ago
All I can say is wow. Easily in my top 3 favorite restaurants in Los Angeles now. The attention to detail in the menu is phenomenal, every flavor is on point, and every dish was balanced. Now i want to try every dish on the menu! We (2 people) had blueberry morning bun, essies latke tot, brioche toast with cherry jam, and the brûlé french toast. Some highlights: - the morning bun had the best blueberry flavor Ive ever had in a pastry - the beet cured lox was insane. 11/10 - the jam was perfect as expected. next time I would get the ricotta toast but we already ordered a lot! - the french toast was like no other, another 11/10 Zero notes on the food. We came on a Sunday at around 10:30 and had no line to order. Food came as you would expect, around 15-20 minutes. The only downside to this location is the small seating area, the outside tables are nice but the cars on the street could be loud at times. Cant wait to come back!
Published at 5 months ago
6/10 Nice brunch spot in Silverlake. I think my main issue with Sqirl is that their dishes are beautifully presented, but the looks bear stronger than the taste. I found the dishes were hit or miss. While we LOVED the seasonal frittata and the latka, the pesto bowl and ricotta toast were lacking. Don t get me wrong, it s a pretty place to grab lunch with friends, you can tell a lot of effort was put into the interior. Just not sure if it reaches my top brunch spots in LA. I could foresee myself coming back to try the pastries or cake (which looked delicious), but for the full sit down brunch thing, it might be awhile before I come back.
Published at 5 months ago
What ever we tried was perfect and yummy. Their pancakes are special and try their shakshuka for sure. Food
Published at 5 months ago
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Published at 6 months ago
Most savory items are too sour. Otherwise very tasty and great ingredients. I wish there were a little more changes of items. Good drinks. Very good sweets.
Published at 6 months ago
Mouldy food
Published at 6 months ago
Super delicious and yet simple fare with unique ingredients. Really enjoyed them.
Published at 6 months ago
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Published at 6 months ago
The fluffy Pancake is great. The bacon was a bit dry for me.In general I liked the place although it was a little overpriced!
Published at 6 months ago
Lmao I ordered the salmon toast and it was literally 3.5 inches long, not like the photo at all. Its like yall expect all east siders to be on ozempic. No im trying to eat, ok?!
Published at 6 months ago
Feels like a place where they would shoot a local cuisine special on Netflix. And you know its gonna explode in popularity, making it hard to maintain quality against demand. The store ultimately survives because its that good. Food : 5/5
Published at 6 months ago
Published at 6 months ago
It is a very cool place, but somewhat crowded and loud in thee evenings. Also expect somewhat long waiting times.
Published at 6 months ago
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Published at 7 months ago
Pesto rice is a must. Go to this place every time I am in the city.
Published at 7 months ago
Wow wow wow. I am so glad I decided to stop in. I ordered the latkes... mannnn. So crunchy, perfectly salted with creme fraiche, and some of the freshest salmon that tasted like it was flown in from Japan. Then of course I needed something sweet so I opted for a giant pancake with an amazing compote to match. It was so large I ended up sharing it with someone nearby because it was their birthday. Ordered a cortado to match and didnt expect it to be the beat coffee I had in LA (single origin + homemade almond milk) YUM.
Published at 8 months ago
Food was yummy and service was wonderful - super patient and friendly.
Published at 8 months ago
Delicious & organic food. Great service. It was crowded but was able to get a spot for 4 of us. We were visiting LA from NJ. Our focus was to est St local places and help small business owners. Overall we are satisfied with the food. Food
Published at 8 months ago
Wonderful food, great coffee, great service, and amazing music. Good vibes
Published at 8 months ago
Good taste of the food, if you want to try something local this is the place, they only accept card.
Published at 8 months ago
I ve saved this place for YEARS but am not based in the States thus have never tried it till today. Honestly.. i was disappointed when i tried the ricotta brioche toast the brioche was extremely dry and not even toasted before serving (jam and ricotta were warm). Sad :(
Published at 8 months ago
Published at 8 months ago
Could have been better. Food was good ordered a coffee, and they told me that was not offered anymore due to not updated the new month menu. Okay so then ordered a grapefruit juice and they were out. Good to know it s fresh? And then I ordered OJ, and they were also out! This was 930am . Idk just annoying. We then ordered food. And then for 1 of the sandwiches was not served. We mentioned to a team member and that took an extra 20 minute to receive.
Published at 8 months ago
If youre Korean, dont order anything that looks like rice. It looks like some rice grains were fried, but... The taste... no taste... I ordered the other team that came early and my face rotted lol. I ate it too and it rotted.. And it has cilantro and mint. Id like to order two pieces of bread.
Published at 8 months ago
Interesting food. Excellent morning roll w bacon egg potatoe patty on English muffin. Parking: Free metered parking on Sunday.
Published at 9 months ago
Great place. Had the tapioca and it was delicious!
Published at 9 months ago
Published at 9 months ago
Was expecting more. The avocado toast had a carrot that overpowered everything. The pastries were looking good though. And the bread was delicious
Published at 9 months ago
Vegan avocado toast with extremely vinegary carrots
Published at 9 months ago
Published at 9 months ago
Food and staff are great! However, an unexpected 2 hour wait on a random Sunday for food is a complete waste of personal time and a whole day. Being a restaurant that has been around for some time now, they need to figure out a more efficient way for their customers to wait and order and then have the food served. I totally understand and expect to wait for weekend brunch, but having to wait 50 minutes for 2 breakfast plates after waiting 1 hour to order is quite ridiculous. Its a shame that the lack of operations overshadowed the tasty food and the hardworking staff in my overall experience.
Published at 9 months ago
We stayed in Beverly Hills, and although it was a bit far to get there, it still had a good atmosphere and taste. I think Ill go again if there are no transportation problems.
Published at 9 months ago
Published at 10 months ago
The food is great, their coffee is really good too. Unfortunately, their customer service is lacking. Dietary restrictions: GF options
Published at 10 months ago
Incredible and unique food with excellent service. Special shout out to the manager Joseph who is always super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu.
Published at 10 months ago
Innovative menu, warm and efficient service, and a comprehensive dedication to quality across the board. The 42.5-hour brioche french toast (see photo) now occupies the top of my lifetime french toast leaderboard. Sqirl was a destination restaurant for me as a visitor to L.A. and I wish I could have taken the place home with me when I had to leave town.
Published at 10 months ago
We couldn t have asked for a more flavourful and luxurious breakfast. We were graciously welcomed and guided in our meal choices by the lovely Jane. The French toast s butter-browned crust had a crème brûlée quality and the sorrel salmon dish was lush and beautifully plated.
Published at 10 months ago
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Published at a year ago
Some of the best brunch food I ve ever had. LOVED the loaded sorrel bowl and the pancake, the crispy rice bowl was food, and the French toast was way too much w the brule top. Overall it was amazing, but slow service during peak hours
Published at a year ago
The Baker s Latte was great, just very slightly sweet (barely even noticeable) but more luxurious/special/flavored than a standard latte. The Shaq was great too, great complex flavor with the herbs! I ordered a second baguette to mop up/balance out the large amount of sauce
Published at a year ago
We had Sorrel Pesto Rice, Long-Cooked Chicken & Rice Porridge & Famed Ricotta Toast. All of them were so terrific!!
Published at a year ago
The food tasted fine, although the ratio of bread on the sandwich to other ingredients seemed off (too much bread) and made it dry. Some items on the menu were not available as well. Seemed like a popular place, might have to try again.
Published at a year ago
Food is excellent. Limited seating and chaotic atmosphere. Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options Food : 5/5 |
Published at a year ago
Breakfast sandwich was mid, looked beautiful, great bacon, and the jam and baked goods are always great. Nice coffee too. First bit of food came out quickly but we waited like 40 minutes for a croissant (not toasted, just a croissant) and had to ask two people for it. It s ok. Probably wouldn t go back to eat in.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Got my coffe. Waited 27 for food
Published at a year ago
The new Yuzu Bun experience was as if I had never had yuzu before, and yet knew this was the perfect expression of it. Instant classic.
Published at a year ago
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Great spot for breakfast. Service is friendly. Highlight was the doughnut
Published at a year ago
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Food and drinks are superb. One of the best coffee in LA. The French toast was exceptional but you do have to wait 30 minutes to be ready. It s a giant portion!
Published at a year ago
I ve never had a bad meal here. I love the sorrel pesto rice bowl with half kale. I always add avocado and their fermented hot sauce. My friend tried the crème brûlée French toast. Decadent and very good, but my meal was the winner. I also LOVE their warm ham and cheese sandwich with the spicy mustard! I took one star off for atmosphere because that particular spot on Hillhurst isn t particularly beautiful, but that isn t really Sqirl s fault. Don t forget to check out the little shop next door for delicious little candies, jams, wines, quirky little gifts etc.
Published at a year ago
Disgustingly rude staff! The red-haired guy with a mustache and a heart tattoo on his temple is very impolite and rude! This guy cant talk to customers like that!
Published at a year ago
Really tried so hard to like this place. The food is pretty good. But the service is the WORST. Every time I go, the people are rude and my order is messed up almost every time. Officially giving up on it.
Published at a year ago
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Great coffee drinks.
Published at a year ago
Paid 40 dollars for nothing, bad customer service and food. Wate of time and money.
Published at a year ago
Exceptional fresh baked everything. The ricotta toast and crispy rice salad were delicious. Expensive but worth it.
Published at a year ago
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This is our first stop whenever we are in LA. We love the fresh ingredients and the bakery is just Divine. Have tried many items from their menu and they never disappoint. Most recently the salmon rice bowl and the morning breakfast sammie both really hit the spot!
Published at a year ago
Really was amazing. If you are visiting go early on a weekday morning to avoid a crazy line. We went 4 times in one week just to try as much as possible. Update. Still good. breakfast sandwich is bomb.
Published at a year ago
This place is mid. I mean, the food wasn t horrible but dude, $15 for half a sandwich? Wow. The price range for the quantity of food just doesn t make sense. The vegan loaf was pretty good and was priced ($4). That said, staff and everyone was good and friendly. Just can t justify spending money here for a meal.
Published at a year ago
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Ok so, here s my hot take. I can see why people are obsessed, I think I just messed up my ordering the bowl/salad. Wasn t my vibe but can t deny that people love it. Will have to come back and try other stuff on the menu, which I am very much looking forward to. People TRIP over the bacon- doesn t do it for me, but that s what s beautiful about food, people have diff experiences and taste. Appreciate the good services friendliness and vibe.
Published at a year ago
Make sure you are comfortable eating on the sidewalk. This place is good for simple dishes that are done extremely well. We got the almond and ricotta cake, the berry double baked croissant, the morn breakfast sandwich and the famous ricotta toast. The almond and ricotta cake was the biggest let down, it was like a light lemon pound cake. Not what you expect from the name, and not all that special, but still good. The croissant was extremely dense, when you think of a croissant you dont think of pound cake but that is basically the density of this thing. The jam and berries made this item a tasty dessert for breakfast. Next was the morn breakfast sandwich, it was hard and strange but tasty. It is an English muffin, hash brown, scrambled egg, and a cheese sauce, the hash browns were very hard after being fried which means that when you take a bite most of the sandwich will spill out the other side, and if you try to cut it the entire sandwich will slide around the plate. The egg was scrambled but was dense because it was missing the air folded into it. The cheese was like a cross between a fondue and American cheese, strange but tasty. The ricotta toast was tasty, but unfortunately they burnt the toast so it kinda ruined the first bite of the dish. However without the burnt crust it is an extremely tasty toast.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
I ve been here a few times and the food is definitely good (though overhyped for sure). The service is not great. Food always takes a very long time to come out, no one had wiped down our table. And when I asked about an update on our order (just one dish) I was told 40 minutes I was a bit surprised and asked to confirm and the server said to me that this is peak service so yes 40 minutes. Which, sure, but it was said in a way that came off as dismissive and rude and like I was the rude one for asking. 40 min for a non sit down restaurant is really pushing it.
Published at a year ago
The food is good but still overpriced for what it is. My omelette was cold when it came out. And meals came out at completely different times so we weren t able to eat brunch together really. Biggest grievance, the pressure tipping starts at 18% at checkout and they don t even bring silverware or water to the table.
Published at a year ago
This place is a VIBE and I m here for it! The Veg Stock Sandwich is one of the best things I ve ever eaten - the perfect hearty, toasted bread, tahini and a dressed shredded vegetables YUM! The Pumpkin Spice Latte is in a league of its own - so much so it almost shouldn t share a name with the over commercialized version - it s heaven! I got mine with oat milk and coconut whip on the barista s recommendation and it was worth it! Love everything about this place and will be back to shop the market next time! Vegetarian options: Veg Stock Sandwich!!
Published at a year ago
Lovely service, food was awesome. The sorrel rice is AMAZING. The shakshuka could do with removing the fake Indian flavour - giving ready meal vibes
Published at a year ago
Cute spot with nice vibes. Seems like they lean in way too hard on their aesthetic graphic design. The food was fine but not worth the long wait and expensive prices. I dont feel a need to come back
Published at a year ago
This review is about two of Sqirls staff mistreatment of delivery drivers like myself: Picked up a delivery here earlier today and there was a female server I encountered that was rude af. There is also another rude lady whos usually behind the register but was not there today, thank goodness, but I guess she got replaced by a clone. Both RUDE. AS F. I reduced taking jobs here because of the reguster lady and even avoid driving by there so I dont ruin my day even though I live less than a mile away. The PTSD lordddd have mercy. Whatever. This server (pic) however got to me because, after our brief interaction, she appeared to go inside and toy with a tablet /iPad that might have had my info/driver profile. She looked over at me as if to study me or something. We made eye contact. It was awkward. But my concern is that she may have blocked me or somehow rated me lower, etc. Which was not fair because all I did as you will see below is ask her to help me with my order. And if I do find that out, just understand that I will work my damnest to fight it. Please believe that! Im a proud union actor and Im working my butt off to survive this strike. Rude and nasty people like this server deserve to be put on blast! So. I have picked up orders from Sqirl before, perhaps 6-8 or more times. I live about a mile away and Im familiar with the place and know that our pick up is inside, but today the gentleman in white (and a very professional and kind one at that - thank you to him as well as another sweet, sweet guy who usually wears his long dark hair in a ponytail) was on the phone and I didnt want to crowd the entry area (as someone was delivering items), so I waited outside where this server happened to be. I heard her say something to the effect of do you need any help? and so I turned, asked if she worked there (because I wasnt sure if she was talking to me or others walking around and staff doesnt seem to wear uniform). She said yes, so I pulled my phone up to her and said, yeah Im pick- and before I could finish my sentence, she interrupted, pointed to counter area and said with the crudest, nastiest tone pick up inside so I said well, you were asking if I needed help. I was just asking I walked inside and got my stuff and as I was leaving I see her on the iPad. But I write this not to be a tattle tail, but to remind businesses that even though I am a mere disposable delivery driver, the more I and my fellow service providers get mistreated the less drivers will want to do this job and eventually businesses will have to go the expensive route to fulfill orders. And not to mention that I have to now completely decline orders from here if Im not blocked - with this place because I dont want to this type of tension. And of course I will never recommend a place like this ever to try it for the food or for pickups to my driver friends. This gig is so stressful as it is. Trying to find parking w/out getting tickets and driving safely in the jungle that is L.A., is challenging, but to show up w/all the enthusiasm only to be talked down to is just so sad and pathetic.
Published at a year ago
the sandwich I order was delicious and the rhubarb lemonade was incredibly refreshing - so good!!!
Published at a year ago
There isn t one thing I ve tried at Sqirl that I haven t liked. Everything including the coffee is amazing. The service is always great and I love to see the same people there each time I go.
Published at a year ago
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Had a delicious coffee saw the menu, I ll be back with an empty stomach.
Published at a year ago
Great local business with excellent quality. I got the famous Ricotta Toast and so happy with decision to try all the jams they offered because it was perfect. The staff is super friendly and it s great place for Sunday brunch !
Published at a year ago
Menu is extensive and every little quirky/hipster detail is described - a little bit hard to choose! You have to order first at the counter and not many seats are available, so its better for smaller parties. Shop next door has interesting items. But in the end, to what matters, coffee is amazing and food is pretty good as well!
Published at a year ago
Fresh and delicious ingredients. No fuss and easy. Love this place.
Published at a year ago
Parking: Parking is brutal, don t bother going Food
Published at a year ago
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Amazing food. Generous portions. Inspired menu.
Published at a year ago
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Gluten free options. Almond ricotta cake was gluten free and moist. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options. Food : 4/5 |
Published at a year ago
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What a fantastic chocolate croissant! I washed it down with some cold brew.
Published at a year ago
I was in LA for a day to get an international visa. Sqirl was on the list to try the famed ricotta toast. It didnt disappoint! Thick brioche topped with pillowy whipped ricotta - so rich but the jams give it a nice sweet kick. I dont recall it being an option, but it would also be great drizzled with some EVOO. Id make a return the next time Im in LA.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Terrible service. Most everyone that works there is straight up rude. Makes me not want to revisit. I recommend pick up order
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
They are open early for Breakfast, great tasting coffee and the food is delicious actually. The chef is doing a great work in terms of seasoning the food its just great
Published at a year ago
Order at the counter door on the left and grab a seat or order takeout at the pantry door on the right. There s always a few specials on the board as well. All time favorite is the Salmon Sorrel Rice. It s a fixation at this point. Their new coffee drink in the photo features a most incredible made-from-scratch-with-expensive-tasting-vanilla syrup. I usually like my coffee black but this was a delightful cold treat. Some of the staff are nice, others are grouchy. They re doing the whole we work somewhere cool thing so don t take it personally. Enjoy!
Published at a year ago
AMAZING!!! Such a delicious, creative, and quirky brunch place! Even starting with the drinks, they were very unique. The red juice was very unique and I can see an audience for it, though I am personally not a fan of the spicy ginger taste. However, I LOVED the strawberry matcha even though I am usually not the biggest matcha person. They serve it starting with matcha on top and strawberry milk on the bottom, and even sipping just the pure matcha layer the flavor is so strong and fresh you can t not love it. Then you mix with the strawberry milk layer below and the whole drink has a lovely sweet earthy flavor. Also cannot rave enough about their donut of the day. When we went it was a citrusy donut with lemon/orange flavored icing, a donut hole in the middle, topped with dried orange slices and clementines and flowers. The texture of the donut was so light and fluffy and the icing was sweet but not overpowering. When sally met sally was also quite good. I really liked the texture of the bread, which had an abundance of nuts and even quinoa. When we went they were out of lox, but it was still good. The thick cut brioche bun was excellent on the special BLT was so good; the baked goods are really excellent here. Sorrel pesto bowl was also good but not as amazing as the other dishes despite being one of the Sqirl classic dishes. Line was not too long either! Would come back.
Published at a year ago
Love the ambience and food! Although busy, the line moved fast and we were able to get a seat after we placed our order. Everything from the kitchen looks really good. Will for sure to return and try other items on the menu!
Published at a year ago
One of my favorite places in LA for breakfast-lunch. Inventive dishes that are always delicious.
Published at a year ago
Food is very good and the staff super friendly. Perfect for a dine in or to grab a meal to go!
Published at a year ago
We love this place! We come every time were in LA.
Published at a year ago
I visited this restaurant yesterday with high expectations, but unfortunately, my dining experience was overshadowed by the poor cashier service. The cashier was super nice to the people who ordered before us, but less patient with me. I m not sure is it because of me asking to many stupid questions to the cashier since it s my first time here. Anyway, he doesn t look happy to work here. I really regret that I tipped $5 to the cashier. The food is decent, big portion, and healthy. Parking is okay, we re lucky to find a street parking.
Published at a year ago
Love this place service can be touch and go, it gets busy, but love this place and my fav is the toast with ricotta and jam and the hash browns
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
For the price? Food was super meh. Almond butter toast, breakfast sandwiches, and crispy disco. The guy that helped us was kind, but otherwise we ll pass.
Published at a year ago
Was in the midst of a pseudo cannonball run from the Bay to San Diego and back again to pick something up and stopped here, with a trailer attached no less. Well worth it. Amazing food, really great staff...if youre in the area, go here. And if you live in the area, youre lucky.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Got the Sally not Sally which was really good, simple but fresh, good quality ingredients. The famous brioche with rainbow jelly, though, was not to our taste as much. We tough the jams were too sweet and the brioche lacked crunchiness. Their bakery is really good, I bought some bread and olive oil after my meal.
Published at a year ago
The baguettes are delicious and the atmosphere is great! The cutting edge of stylish cafes.
Published at a year ago
Squirrel!!!
Published at a year ago
lady who works at register was extremely rude
Published at a year ago
Food all tasted as good as the presentation. Loaded Sorrel Pesto was filling and delicious. The French toast was also delicious and the crowd favorite.
Published at a year ago
2.5/5 stars. It was really busy but we were able to find seating outdoors. Parking was a nightmare as per LA usual. There was a rude cashier (well-groomed, brunette guy with a beard) who was very sweet to the couple who ordered right before us, but very passive-aggressive and cold to my friend and I. He was staring at the kiosk screen when I was deciding how much to tip; I regret giving him $5 and would very much like my money back. I despise the Karens of hipster brunch spots but that guys attitude made me empathize with them. The food took about 15 minutes to come out, and the servers were much more kind and agreeable than the cashier. We got the Stella Bowl, Ricotta toast, and a cocoa drink. The food was okay, but I dont think it was worth the price or portion size. There are many cuter and affordable brunch spots in other areas (I recommend Larchmont). Id recommend if youre willing to splurge on a mediocre millenial-influencer brunch, but I would not come back.
Published at a year ago
Cool place.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Yeah $17 for this mimosa is a joke
Published at a year ago
This place doesnt disappoint. DELICIOUS! the way its prepared and presented..... Flavorful, nice variety. Friendly staff, zen atmosphere.... Cant say enough good things about this place.
Published at a year ago
Definitely great food. The service was ok. It s more stand in line get a number and then they bring it to you. Most of everything else is self service. It was a crowded Sunday but the wait wasn t too long. It seemed a bit chaotic.
Published at a year ago
Ordered an ice mocha and the brioche toast w/ a variety of their jams. I really liked trying each of the jam. The jams were really good! The toast wasn t too soft or too crispy either and was easy to cut through without it crumbling apart or causing the jam to fall off. A really nice spot to come for a quick bite or chill brunch with friends. Wasn t busy when I visited on Monday morning which was nice. One of the workers was nice too as he greeted us and helped my buddy regarding the menu and narrowed his decision on an order.
Published at a year ago
Such an amazing place, the vibe, the people, the service and most importantly.. the food
Published at a year ago
This is the most innovative and delicious breakfast in the world. Period.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
The food here is creative and absolutely delicious! I honestly have no better way to describe how scrumptious the chocolate croissant and the salted rye chocolate chip cookie was. The eggs were cooked to perfection and their breads are so loaded with flavor you will be content to eat them with nothing on them.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
The Chai tea was not good. Too watery, too sweet, expected more from the description, the cost ($6), and the ridiculous line for pick ups to be honest
Published at a year ago
Vegetarian options: Excellent selection for for vegans, veggies and meat eaters. Delicious matches, coffee and homemade jams
Published at a year ago
I used it for lunch. When I went on a trip to Los Angeles, I was introduced to it by a local friend. Compared to Japanese size coffee, Its very big. The food is delicious too. It had a relaxing atmosphere. Credit card payments accepted and non-smoking. I used this restaurant for lunch. When I went to Los Angeles on vacation, I was introduced to this restaurant by a local friend. The coffee is very large compared to the Japanese size, The coffee is very large compared to the Japanese size. The food was delicious, The atmosphere was laid-back. Credit card accepted and non-smoking.
Published at a year ago
Amazing breakfast. Avocado toast was great and the ricotta/jam brioche toast was lovely. Service was a bit slow, took over 25 minutes to get our iced coffee but that s not such a big deal for us.
Published at a year ago
Great menu, very hard to order with so many stellar options. Many vegetarian and vegan options that all sounded tasty. This includes the beverage options. Vegetarian options: More than a few are always on rotation. Loved the sorrel pesto rice bowl with kale, feta, pickled radishes, and a poached egg (vegan option sub avo+).
Published at a year ago
I cannot comprehend the negative reviews. The food was outstanding, mouthwateringly good. Got shakshuka, omelette, famous ricotta toast with rainbow of jams, earl grey bun, pain au chocolat, and a bunch of other pastries. DELICIOUS. Great service but you order at the counter! Loooooove this place can t wait to return and try everything. It s not cheap so be prepared before you go otherwise you could be caught off guard. But filling!
Published at a year ago
The food is excellent and the menu is creative. Strongly recommended for breakfast / brunch.
Published at a year ago
This comment is for the to-go market. Such a unique collection of foods for sale WITH NO PRICES ON ANYTHING. If I could actually make conscious decisions I would buy so much more, but otherwise I hate to ask how much is this for every can of tuna I pick up!
Published at a year ago
Came here at noon on a Sunday. When we ordered, we were told it would be 25 minutes. It took 50 minutes AFTER we placed our order to get our food. The food is definitely not worth the ridiculous wait. Lots of other great brunch places nearby.
Published at a year ago
Hands down my new breakfast destination whenever Im in LA. In addition to playing great music and having an overall unpretentious vibe, this place is winning at everything (at least the stuff I ordered). - great coffee (black) served with a little pot to keep my refill warm. - New School was killer! Perfect soft scrambled eggs, amazing flavor, and silky with slight texture. The green sauce on the side was so tasty! Maybe tomatoes and pickled jalapenos? My first time having rugbrød toast, hearty and flavorful, nice pairing with the eggs and ham. The ham! Thinly sliced and fried so it was like crispy bacon in some area. Even the side salad (shu greens) was something to be remembered, fresh greens of all kinds with a light vinaigrette that had complexity. Maybe dill or pepper or fennel? Wish I could try more things on the menu! Took home a blueberry lemon tart with a layer of poppyseeds on the bottom, great balance of sweet and tart. And the pistachio raspberry cake, very decadent and pistachio forward for sure. SQIRL is worth the stop even if its a little out of the way.
Published at a year ago
Published at a year ago
Food portion is huge, quality is good, service is good. Enjoyed our brunch here. Street parking is available.
Published at a year ago
First time at Sqirl, and I m a believer. The Crispy Rice Salad (I got the Crispy Works, with sausage and a fried egg) was so flavorful and delicious. It s a lively environment with excellent staff and service. Found my new breakfast spot!
Published at a year ago
So delicious! Reasonable price, Good portion! Best brunch spot in LA.
Published at a year ago
The vanilla bean limeade is a gem.
Published at a year ago
The strawberry jam was brought from heaven
Published at a year ago
Hash, frittomelete, chocolate croissant, and fancy coffee were all fantastic.
Published at a year ago
This is always the first place that we go to to eat when we land in LA. Literally get the rental car and then go here. The crispy rice bowls/salads are their best dish by far. The picture is of their almond ricotta cake. Gluten free and very delicious. Parking is street parking so be prepared!
Published at a year ago
idk if its just me but I ordered the buckwheat pancakes to go and they re incredibly sour and bitter. I couldn t eat them.
Published at a year ago
They have some great food, but lots of items on the menu that are ok at best. Service is also pretty bad. We waited about 35 minutes for our food after ordering. The indoor area was also super loud, and not clean. Plates would be picked up by staff, but nothing wiped down.
Published at a year ago
Short review: underwhelmed. If youre coming here because of the hype and you really love food and are doing an LA food tour ... No need to come here . But this is your choice . Long review: I wouldnt post a review like this for a mom and pop place with just a few reviews. But, theyre physically small But I expected much more than what I was given and theres this big part of me thats still irked about my famed ricotta toast and ginger and lemon tea. After visiting, i took it to Instagram to ask my followers if I did something wrong with my order if I was supposed to order eggs or something. They said the service is usually bad here, I had really great service and everyone was kind (5 stars for that) and the food is underwhelming and its just a hipster scene (but all of LA feels like a hipster scene ) The atmosphere was generic and chill, gave them 5 for that. What should have tipped me off was the fact that there was no line at this establishment and there were crazy long lines elsewhere. But Ive always wanted to have breakfast here. For over $20 I got some brioche that was underwhelming, I love ricotta cheese and there was definitely too much of it and the jams were good but I didnt have to drive 15 minutes out of my way before heading to the airport. My ginger lemon tea actually burned my mouth. I wasnt sure if they put way too much lemon or they used a store-bought lemon juice. I tasted no ginger.
Published at a year ago
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- 200 reviews
- 4.4 rating
- Phone: +1 323-284-8147
- Website: https://sqirlla.com/
- Address: 720 Virgil Ave #4, Los Angeles, CA 90029, United States
- Coordinates: 34.0844653, -118.2866952
- Cafe
- Breakfast restaurant
- Brunch restaurant
- Lunch restaurant
- Organic restaurant
- Restaurant
- Sunday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Monday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Thursday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Friday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Saturday: 8 AM–4 PM
- Outdoor seating: Yes
- Delivery: Yes
- On-site services: Yes
- Takeaway: Yes
- Dine-in: Yes
- Fast service: Yes
- Great coffee: Yes
- Great dessert: Yes
- Great tea selection: Yes
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Solo dining: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible seating: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible car park: Yes
- Alcohol: Yes
- Beer: Yes
- Coffee: Yes
- Comfort food: Yes
- Happy-hour drinks: Yes
- Healthy options: Yes
- Organic dishes: Yes
- Prepared foods: Yes
- Small plates: Yes
- Vegan options: Yes
- Vegetarian options: Yes
- Wine: Yes
- Breakfast: Yes
- Brunch: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Catering: Yes
- Dessert: Yes
- Seating: Yes
- Gender-neutral toilets: Yes
- Toilets: Yes
- Wi-Fi: Yes
- Wi-Fi: Yes
- Casual: Yes
- Cosy: Yes
- Trending: Yes
- Trendy: Yes
- Family friendly: Yes
- LGBTQ+ friendly: Yes
- Tourists: Yes
- Transgender safe space: Yes
- University students: Yes
- Usually a wait: Yes
- Accepts reservations: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Debit cards: Yes
- NFC mobile payments: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Good for kids: Yes
- High chairs: Yes
- Free of charge street parking: Yes
- Paid street parking: Yes
- Parking: Yes
- Dogs allowed: Yes
- Dogs allowed outside: Yes