Rickie L Jones

I met my old friend here for a dinner. We hadn’t seen each other in decades. He comes here to eat often and I would imagine the folks know him. The food was excellent and the waiter fairly patient with my old friend. But he Acted patient and that was unnecessary. When we got out to get our cars, it was a cash only situation. This is highly unusual these days. It’s usually no cash, right? At any rate, they wouldn’t take his credit card and he refused to go get cash. They’re right down here all the time they know me. Finally somebody who knew him came and took his credit card. By then there was a line and it was kind of stressful.
The thing that makes these kinds of upscale dining places worth the money is is they treat you like they know you. Brentwood is a neighborhood- in spite of what outsiders may think- folks grow up and grow old here. Many people who frequent the places are important people in show business..that’s a given. While I might disagree with not heeding the “no cash” sign, I think first and foremost the customer is right- especially old folks who don’t understand the disconnect between now (who cares?)and Then - when people did whatever it took to make sure they kept the customer happy.
Though my food was delicious, I thought the place aLittle too noisy And bright - not great lighting. There is a nice outdoor area. but I will certainly not refuse an invitation to meet someone there in the future. Maybe try for lunch instead of dinner. maybe not park with the valet.

I’ve had a burger, (it’s good) fried chicken salad, (light and tasty) fries and very spicy fried green beans (yum)here. They serve a nice assortment of drinks which can easily be purchased alcohol free - drinking booze in the afternoon with a burger is so unappetizing. Ginger beer and beer and coke… Very nice staff, a unique and green atmosphere. Literal green. It’s so Southern California- I like it here. And the muSic is not too loud .

Very nice stay but the area is not ideal. Staff are young and friendly. Food is a bit Indian - I really don’t care for Indian food - the $50 breakfast is served in a pretty room looking out at the city or if you prefer, near the rooftop in a less bright table. Good coffee. Some accents are too thick to decipher. The pool is outstanding with sauna and outside shower. The kitchen was missing utensils, bowls, etc. maids were very nice.

The hostess gave me a nice table by myself - the waitress quickly showed up with bread and since I was ready, took my order saying “this is the best “ or some such thing. I love the strong flavor of the flat bread - the butter with salt.. A large table was then seated next to me but they turned out to be quieter than the couples all around. After people ate the volume of the restaurant rose - shiny happy voices. The decor is intricate crown molding modern lights and odd pairing of quilts and glass art - I quite enjoyed it. Comfortable pleasant and delicious food. I ordered the meatballs and will dream of the perfect combination of the brownish gravy, berries and …a dash of potato.. ahh.
A bit of strong coffee and my Swedish experience is complete. On to work, lift some hearts, sing these folks to sleep…