Wilshire Restaurant
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At Wilshire, our menu is developed around local, organic, and seasonal ingredients, taking advantage of our uniquely rich and divers farmers markets. Dishes originate from a fusion of American and International influences, presented in a simple and accessible style. We call this "New Urban Cuisine," reflecting the modern sensibilities of supporting sustainable farming, enjoying sophisticated and excellent food, and gathering in a beautiful but casual atmosphere. Wilshire is a neighborhood restaurant. We pride ourselves on friendly and attentive service, and look forward to welcoming you for lunch, dinner, or a cocktail soon.
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Top Sentiments among Wilshire Restaurant Reviewers
Delicious drinks
Unique dishes
Unique desserts
Excellent dinner drink list
Bursting beef short rib
Fresh flavors
Decent martini
Excellent NY Steak
Great wine list
Creative menu items
Customer Reviews (115 reviews)
Trip
on Yahoo May 14, 2009The food is good, the decor is excellent, the service is fair and ther price is high for what you get. Two people will run $150 to $200 (more)
remke44
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2009The ambiance is great and the food was very good (for the most part) at Wilshire. The pricing policies are ridiculous, though. Do they know there's a recession and they should be doing everything in their power to get... (more)
haute00
on Citysearch Jan 16, 2009Genuinely Lackluster. Wilshire was a better restaurant when it opened!!! In just a few years it has gone from progressive to downright precocious. Absolutely no maturity coming out of the Kitchen let alone the... (more)
rshpringer
on Citysearch Dec 03, 2008I have been to the Wilshire a few times and have only had great experiences there. The food is fantastic, and the drinks are delicious! The atmosphere is also awesome - there is a small indoor bar, an indoor restaurant,... (more)
BBM4567
on Citysearch Nov 02, 2008The food is really delicious. When I came, Larry David was there from Curb your entuthisiasm with some blond. That was interesting. Try the venison!!!! It is amazing, and also the other food was really good.... (more)
Mar Yvette
on Citysearch Oct 22, 2008Located on an otherwise nondescript stretch of Wilshire Boulevard across the street from a park, this chocolate-colored lodge might not look like much from the outside, but the busy valet in the driveway might hint... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2008We've been here on several occasions, sometimes just for drinks, sometimes for dinner. It's always an occasion. Wilshire has a great menu with excellent specials and a truly beautiful environment. Prices are... (more)
winey1
on Citysearch Aug 03, 2008I love to just sit out on the back patio, share a bottle of wine and a few appetizers...perfect way to spend an early Sunday evening. Was there last night, had a GREAT bottle of Italian red from Puglia and a dish of the mac... (more)
lulula
on Citysearch Jun 21, 2008i had to write a review especially after reading the last few . i am a local in sm and went last week for a business meeting. the cocktails though $15 were the size of a big gulp and were unique and tasty. we had a great,... (more)
LAnewby
on Citysearch Jun 11, 2008The ambiance was great. However, the food items were nothing special. The steak was rubbery. Definitely recommended if you're going for drinks and appetizers, but definitely not recommended for dinner.... (more)
jocelynes21
on Citysearch May 07, 2008First off, for our party we rented out one of the smaller patio areas (thinking we had our own patio - maybe I misunderstood.) We just had a long table set up by the back bar.. big deal. The heaters were so close to our... (more)
sirbig88
on Citysearch May 06, 2008I was recently there on a Saturday night to celebrate a friend's birthday. First, the positives...we sat in the very charming outdoor garden area and the service was pretty good. That's about it for this... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 29, 2008Wilshire has great indoor and outdoor spaces. The outdoor terraces have beautiful fireplaces. The outdoor area has a special ambiance both for lunch and dinner. They have great drinks and good salads.... (more)
scottykam
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008I went to the Wilshire recently with a large group and have an amazing experience. We were promptly seated, our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu and offered us suggestions. As far as appetizers go, the Hamachi... (more)
tina2008
on Citysearch Feb 28, 2008I'm surprised to see that other reviewers were unhappy with Wilshire's service. I was really satisfied. Service was great, the food delicious and the atmosphere is what made me come back on valentine's day. On... (more)
refinnej
on Yahoo Dec 31, 2007Romantic! great for a date or cocktail with the girls. didn't get to have dinner here but its one of the few bars in town that actually has male bartenders (CUTE male bartenders) that aren't mimbos. only came by for the... (more)
marpop
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2007I would not recommend choosing this restaurant over many of the others that cost about the same - this is after all, an expensive restaurant. If a couple wants to have appetizers, drinks, desert, etc. - then you can bet... (more)
ugenie
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2007Our experience at Wilshire was average when you consider the value. The products, Black Cod, Heritage Pork Chop, Prawns, Hamachi were good but the execution came up short as all of items were served luke warm and a... (more)
mld1994
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2007The decor is beautiful, and I had a very tasty and unique drink made from Ketel Citron with freshly crushed ginger and mint. WOW! My friend and I wandered through, looking the place over and opted for the rear bar over a... (more)
figsandconfit
on Citysearch Oct 16, 2007Was reading this site for the first time and was completely shocked at the number of reviewers claiming to be me(Noah Rosen, ex-chef de cuisine of Wilshire). There are alot of bitter people out there, for what reason I... (more)
stopnoah
on Citysearch Oct 06, 2007Clearly the extremes in reviews reflect disgruntled former employees rating this fine establishment so low. Therefore we can only conclude that this is no longer a reliable place to gather information as they... (more)
angelaramos
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2007From the minute I walked in the door, I had the feeling that this would be a bad dining experience. I was presented with yesterday's menu. The server presented me with 2 dishes I had not even ordered. The "fresh cut"... (more)
rghiazza1
on Yahoo Aug 14, 2007The food here is great and the restaurant has a great design. I am partial to out door dining when Iâ??m eating out in LA so I love this place for their backyard patio. The food is great and the staff is very attentive. They... (more)
sadieschiller
on Yahoo Aug 13, 2007Cool vibe. Nice organic choices. The menu was not quite as exciting as I had hoped after hearing such great things about this place. If you go, make sure to sit outside and avoid the dark inside bar scene. The patio makes... (more)
badmedicine
on Citysearch Jul 27, 2007Dinner at Wilshire was just OK. Nothing was that bad, nothing was worth going back a second time. A Diver Scallop ceviche was bland, Tomato Soup OK, NY Steak overcooked and Lobster Pasta was served lukewarm. We did not... (more)
noahrosensad
on Citysearch Jul 23, 2007I had not visited Wilshire restaurant for several months. The food and service are better than ever. As always the ambiance is spectacular. The menu items are more creative and innovative this visit. I highly... (more)
goldfishie
on Citysearch Jul 21, 2007I was in Wilshire early making a reservation when I overheard what I thought I be the chef (guy in a white coat surrounded by waiters) being absolutely rude and condescending to his staff. I thought that an attitude... (more)
scello
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2007We dined at Wilshire last night. This place is really searching for an identity. The place nows turns into a disco at 9pm. No Kidding! A DJ and Dancing in the main dining room..ala Big Daddy's Disco from the 70's. This... (more)
pinays
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2007the good: definitely the ambience. it was lovely to have dinner here with all the lights and candles. very romantic and very relaxing. the heat lamps are also strategically placed so you don't have to freeze. the bad:... (more)
gottheright
on Citysearch Jun 18, 2007The restaurant design is very nice, but the place is looking a little worn out these days. The bar area floor is a mess, walls need painting and the patio floor has a layer of grease on it. The food is also tired and dated.... (more)
martinikitty13
on Citysearch Jun 12, 2007I recently attended a birthday party here and was pleasantly surprised by the pretty and spacious patio area - I would never have expected it by looking at the storefront. My entire group found the food good (not... (more)
bestinwest
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2007The orginal chef is still onboard and it seems since removing the former kitchen chef- he has taken over and put his original and unique stamp on the menu. It is better than ever. The service has improved greatly and... (more)
pincysteve
on Citysearch May 18, 2007We went for drinks and food last night at Wilshire last night. We did this despite the restaurants poor reputation. We had to pass a security checkpoint to get in...sheesh how unwelcoming. Once we got inside we tried... (more)
lindnba27
on Citysearch May 10, 2007I visited The Wilshire for the first time with my boyfriend this past saturday night, we didn't have a reservation and we were seated promptly, we were sat in the patio next to a fireplace, I must say the ambiance was... (more)
udontsay
on Citysearch May 10, 2007Interesting story by the last poster. Raving about lemonade and Ice Cream Sundaes. Is the Wilshire going after the Baskin-Robins - 31 Flavors crowd. We also heard from our server that the original chef is still... (more)
redelephant13
on Citysearch May 09, 2007My husband and I deciced to give Wilshire another try this past Tuesday night. I had long tired of there bland and flavorless food. It was uninspired and left me wanting more. A friend of mine is a regular and had told me... (more)
eddieandthecruisers
on Citysearch May 09, 2007Had dinner at The Wilshire on a very busy Thursday night. The front desk host was very nice no attitude like many other restaurants around town. We put in a request for the patio and was seated on the lower patio down by... (more)
bigtime55
on Citysearch May 02, 2007We ate at Wilshire for the first time and what a mistake that was. We had heard from many people that the restaurant was very inconsistent. For starters they lost our reservation and we were delayed being seated even... (more)
urgonnaclose
on Citysearch Apr 28, 2007Wilshire was nice for drinks and bar food this weekend. The crowd was a divirse mix of Angeleno's. The back bar is a very nice place for cocktails. (more)
hvyfnd
on Citysearch Apr 13, 2007We are locals and have been hearing about Wilshire for the past year and finally made it in last evening. We had a very pleasant experience on the outdoor terrace patio. We were a party of five and arrived 30 minutes... (more)
bjoneson
on Citysearch Apr 06, 2007This place is dead in the water. Nothing exciting about it..blah, blah food; indifferent service; low rent bar crowd overruns the place. Somebody should just flush it... (more)
bunny8
on Citysearch Apr 06, 2007My wife and I had dinner there three weeks ago on a Saturday with four other couples. We were seated outside in the cold. We asked a manager if we could sit inside..she told us no. When we pointed out there was plenty of... (more)
kris
on Yahoo Mar 19, 2007Good scene, good food, watery drinks: Been a few times for the food/drinks. Not sure why I keep going back. The scene is good for hanging out. Food is really good, but overpriced and like Chinese, still leaves you... (more)
anmich
on Citysearch Feb 12, 2007Had dinner at Wilshire for the first time last night. It is a good sign in this city to walk in to a very busy restaurant on a Monday night. We sat at the bar and had cocktails while we waited for our guests. The bartenders... (more)
greengreen
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2007We were invited by friends to dine a Wilshire in Santa Monica last night. There were eight in our party and we were seated at beautiful Oak table on the patio that sits next to a flowing fountain. We started with... (more)
steamers11
on Citysearch Jan 15, 2007I had dinner at Wilshire Restaurant over the weekend...long cold weekend. We arrived without reservations on Saturday night at 9pm. and had to wait about twenty minutes. I didn't mind because the restaurant was... (more)
jrs847
on Citysearch Jan 13, 2007Yes, Wilshire looks great, and the patio is spectacular. But last time I checked, restaurants were about more than just syle. On all other counts -- menu, food, service, ambiance, and price -- Wilshire is lacking.... (more)
cableboy
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2007I had dinner for the first time last night at Wilshire. We were a party of five. Our group was seated on the patio under the stars. I don't think there is a better dining room or patio in Southern California. Minutes after... (more)
wsg
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2006We just enjoyed an amazing dinner there to celebrate our anniversary. This is a cool spot in Santa Monica. We sat outside on the terrace and although it was a bit breezy they had plenty of heaters to keep us warm. The menu... (more)
cfab101
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2006The atmosphere is beautiful and romantic. The service is friendly and attentive- the hostesses are very pretty. The food is delicious. I love all of the salads that are served at lunch and the starters at dinner. The... (more)
hellenedralin
on Citysearch Nov 26, 2006Our guests were so filled on the appetizer by the time the main course came everyone was full. They continued to Eat....Everyone loved it... Thank you Chris, Sarah and Noah for making our wedding so special. What a... (more)
lagirl06
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2006I went there for my birthday several months ago and there were only 3 of us. The server was horrible and ignored us for most of the evening as he socialized with a table right across from us! The food took forever to arrive... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Aug 21, 2006My restaurant of choice for business lunches: I first went to Wilshire for a business lunch because of a recommendation from a co-worker. I had a great time. We were seated immediately and very well taken care of. I... (more)
smj10
on Citysearch Aug 14, 2006Honestly, I am at a loss to understand how anyone could possibly complain about the food here. It is absolutely extraordinary. The service was attentive without being overbearing. We had a wonderful evening and... (more)
denise1128xoxo
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2006I went there with a few friends...had a great time! Everyone agreed the food was delicious, drinks were good. Highly recommend the short ribs! The crowd was "older"...maybe 30+ on the patio and bar. All in all it was a... (more)
burbankqt
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2006Our experience here was great! Nothing to complain about. My husband and I went there with another couple and had a nice time sitting on the patio having dinner. People rave about the patio because of the ambience due... (more)
mrpastrami
on Citysearch May 23, 2006Only been three times for lunch so I cant say I have a full review of all the dishes, but the lobster salad , fresh fish and burger were excellent. For 14 bucks the burger better be special and it is, so indulge if you need a... (more)
maddykatty
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2006My girlfriend and I went on a Thursday night for her birthday and had the best time. We had a very charming, and knowlegable server (Jay), who guided us through the menu and offered suggestions for wine as well. We had... (more)
trex7
on Citysearch Apr 07, 2006I agree with the young ladies in that Wilshire Restaurant is (thankfully) a mature restaurant that does not cater to the Cobo Wabo - Girls Gone Wild crowd. It is refreshing to be able to either dine or just go in and have a... (more)
aaangha
on Citysearch Apr 06, 2006I have been there couple of times. The bar area is nice and bar menu is reasonable in price and decent quality, however the restaurant part is probably one of the worst for the price you pay. The food quality is not that... (more)
yrrogers
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2006I was disappointed in Wilshire. My friend and I arrived Sat. night at 10:20 pmand had to wait in line. The line attendant was very rude and filled with false self importance. After about 10 minutes we got in. The crowd... (more)
malzsa
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2006I highly doubt the last reviewer actually ate the beet salad or for that matter knows anything about food. S. Irene Virbilla is easily the toughest critic on either coast and touted it the best of the year. Personally I... (more)
sirlancelot01
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2006My former company had been planning a reunion for the past six months and Wilshire was the perfect choice for it. Wednesday night at 7pm the place was pleasantly full. We shared everything and had a great time with... (more)
scgilman
on Citysearch Mar 11, 2006The patio ambience was really nice. Unfortunately, we found that the food quality was below our expectations, and the service was less than it might have been. The shortribs were decidedly under par. The 'new york... (more)
jfktolax
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2006All i can say is Wilshire is a mess. carrot soup - It was luke warm, flavorless and uninspiring. With no salt mill or shaker in sight requested salt. Edible I had the asparagus with manila clams and truffle oil $15.... (more)
corsica
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2006Go on a weekday and reserve a table outside. The initial entrance can be off-putting as the bar is very scene-y, but once the hostess (who was warm and welcoming) led us outside, it was a different story. The outdoor... (more)
imacolatta
on Citysearch Feb 21, 2006Arrived early for our 8:30 reservations, enjoyed great martini's & mojito's at the bar. Went there for a special occasion, seated promptly, FRIENDLIEST waiter (thanks Jay!) met the owner who helped bring drinks to... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Jan 28, 2006So expensive!: Our experience at the Wilshire Rest was so, so. The food was ok and the service not bad. Although the hostess was not very friendly or inviting what-so-ever. It was a very, very expensive restaurant. We... (more)
patriciaesther
on Citysearch Jan 06, 2006Very interesting to try the Squab at Wilshire the other evening. White truffle risotto was sublime. Beet Salad- pure flavor - nothing added. Pork Chop melts in your mouth. Foie Gras was to die for. Can't wait to... (more)
cmcdaniel6
on Citysearch Jan 06, 2006Anyone who says anything disparaging is trying to keep Wilshire all to themselves. The westside has not seen anything like this place since well....I can't remember. Maybe early days of Michaels. It all works... (more)
glendajakobsen
on Citysearch Dec 30, 2005My husband and I eat at Wilshire at least once a week. I used to have to drive to Luques for the short ribs half way across town. How nice to walk to this great neighborhood restaurant. It has always been a pleasure... (more)
jmcdaniel6
on Citysearch Dec 27, 2005The Partridge was perfection as was the White Truffle Risotto. I truly believe those that are saying disparaging remarks are trying to keep Wilshire all to themselves. This place is not to be missed. Good clean... (more)
Schneids
on Yahoo Dec 18, 2005medium rare should not look dark brown: enough said - however, atmousphere is sweet (more)
jgabree
on Citysearch Dec 15, 2005Can't figure out what people are complaining about. What new restaurant doesn't have bugs to work out? But Wilshire is gorgeous and romantic, and the food is not only incredible, but healthy - organic - to boot. I'm... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Dec 10, 2005Won't Go Back: We arrived for a quick dinner on a Thursday evening this month. We did not have a reservation but it was around 6 pm. They told us they could not seat us until after 8:30 pm. We politely said we would go... (more)
haggerstone
on Citysearch Dec 07, 2005I am amazed to see other writers give accolades to what is, by universal agreement among everyone I have spoken to personally, the worst food in town. The ambience was great but the food was terrible. We had a private... (more)
verse5
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2005Tried Wilshire out on a Thursday evening, but still felt like a Friday. Things started poorly, beginning with the hostess who could not find our reservation. Finally, we waited in the very noisy front bar for our... (more)
hfrocks
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2005We enjoyed a private party in the upstairs private dining with room overlooking the outdoor terrace area. Everything went like clockwork- even the weather cooperated. The chef prepared a special 7 course tasting... (more)
luvnks
on Citysearch Dec 02, 2005Lots of fun...good food...saw the Edge from U2 and Gwyneth Paltrow....on the same night. We dined in the back room, corner table...very cozy and pleasant. Last time sat outside and this time had a completely... (more)
gohrvygo
on Citysearch Dec 01, 2005I was personally responsible for coordinating our annual holiday party with Wilshire's very professional and efficient Events Coordinator Sarah. We rented the entire back patio and bar area for 100. It was a huge... (more)
althearogers
on Citysearch Dec 01, 2005We had a lovely evening at Wilshire...I will go back weekly just for the Duck Confit Salad and Foie Gras - the finest I have ever tasted. The General Manager was engaging and oversees a great staff. We will return again... (more)
fabricio129
on Citysearch Nov 23, 2005I am addicted to this and may have to go back weekly just for a taste. The wait is worth it just for this...and I sat inside and it was still just perfect. (more)
jgabree
on Citysearch Nov 21, 2005Wilshire the restaurant is a great addition to westside dining and dating. The food is California-style eclectic, and wherever possible it's based on organic and fresh in-season local ingredients. Both the... (more)
mbrmansucks
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2005Last night we finally made it to Wilshire Restaurant. We are big fans of Schoos designs and are finally happy that he has joined with a restaurant that can deliver Food and Service that is as good as his design. We sat on... (more)
thomasino
on Citysearch Nov 17, 2005We found the setting very private, relaxing and romantic. We enjoy dinner early so our 6pm reservation allowed us to be seated in a very romantic private corner table on the outside deck. We stopped at the bar for an... (more)
avaheaven
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005We just tried Wilshire on a Wednesday, dined outside on the terrace and had an amazing experience. It is all about the food. Don't go on the weekend unless you want the scene. This is a major westside place for serious... (more)
selliot
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005We dined at Wilshire last night for the first time. The ambiance, dinner and service were incredible. Our server, Don, took incredible care of us. He offered great suggestion on the menu and wine list. It's nice to see... (more)
bobbyjames
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005I went to Wilshire from 85 miles away in Orange County. We were astounded by the quality, service and environment or ambiance I should say. I thought the food at the Montage in Laguna Beach was awesome! This is just as... (more)
corbin2005
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005Finally the westside has a hip fun place with great food. My wife and I entertained some out of town friends, sat on the patio terrace last evening and had a lovely evening. Highly recommend the salmon as well as the... (more)
robby66
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005What a great new restaurant! We walked in without reservation. After a short wait we were seated in the outdoor area. The outdoor area is beautiful. We had a great server named Hayden. He made excellent suggestion for... (more)
gidionsrevenge
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005We highly recommend the Wilshire to other city search users. I have dined there once a week since it opened and believe it is one of best dining experiences in South Calif. The chef uses lot's of organic products. The... (more)
selliot
on Citysearch Nov 15, 2005I was so impressed with my dinner this weekend at the new "Wilshire Restuarant". From the time I called to make the reservation and throughout the evening we were treated royally. The servce was outstanding. The wine... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Nov 14, 2005Try Again: I must admit I did try Wilshire restaurant the second week of opening and experienced a pleasant surprise on Sunday night. Much of the service has improved. The seasonal menu has changed and evolved. We did... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Nov 14, 2005ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE: If you want to be treated poorly, wait a long time and eat mediocre food that has to sent back to the kitchen twice this is the place for you. The staff had no clue about the menu! We had basic... (more)
cabo123
on Citysearch Nov 13, 2005Never has my family been treated so poorly. The staff was not courteous and had no clue what was on the menu. We asked basic questions about how some of the selections were prepared and they had to keep going back to check... (more)
anduknowthis
on Citysearch Nov 13, 2005In a 150 words or fewer I can not even begin to explain how horrible of an experience we had. 4 people at our table ordered steak. They all came to the table cold. We sent them back, and they came out cold again. We asked for... (more)
fantasm10
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2005The physcial restaurant and bar are quite nice to look at. The patio is definately the spot to sit or hang out. I went after reading all of the bad reviews thinking there is no way it can be this bad if it is this crowded. It... (more)
beldds
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2005We celebrated a friends birthday here and we had a good experience. We had reserved the clubhouse upstairs ( for 10 or more) and we loved it. It was a private room above the restaurant above all the other diners, with... (more)
missfoodie2006
on Citysearch Nov 01, 2005The atmosphere was lovely, but the food fell way short. The beet salad was missing its goat cheese and the flavor was bland. The beets tasted like they could have been canned. The duck salad was good. With a more... (more)
pnagel
on Citysearch Oct 27, 2005Had to chime in after reading all the bitter, angry reviews. Wilshire is new and now very popular - so if you want a quiet place where people fall all over you - do not go here. Go here if you want a cool crowd in a beautiful... (more)
bobbyhall
on Citysearch Oct 24, 2005Wilshire is by far the most overrated restaurant I've been to yet. Our Reservation was honored an hour late. Had to return our lamb and filet twice due to the meat being luke warm. Service seemed as if they were... (more)
marionmason
on Citysearch Oct 22, 2005Where to begin? The service was unbelievably bad. Our server could not answer questions about the menu items. Our appetizers arrived promptly, but there was an hour wait for the entrees and the server ordered the... (more)
oscarlouie
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2005I feel so strongly about my experience at Wilshire I have to share it. We had reservations for 9pm at 9:45 the hostess told us we would be LUCKY to get seated that evening. I overheard at least 4 other guests at the host... (more)
angel_valentine
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2005We had reservations, but apparently that only gets you behind the velvet rope. After we got into the restaurant, they made us wait another 1 1/2 hr to get seated. Granted two of the people in our party were 15 minutes... (more)
lovelylin
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2005I signed up to this website just to write how disapointed I was when I went to Wilshire last night. First off the place is lovely and looked great however, our waitress was TERRIBLE, the drinks were just short of AWFUL... (more)
brookiegraves
on Citysearch Oct 12, 2005Wilshire might be trying too hard to be hip. Deliver the food and the decor might be cool instead of contrived. Seating on the patio is a must! The food was not notable either way (excellent or horrible). I must say... (more)
quepasa17
on Citysearch Oct 11, 2005Best patio in LA. Beautiful place. however , the food is way below average and just not up to par for the wonderful setting. Stay away or just go for drinks. (more)
jmkanter
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2005Three of my friends and I decided to check out this new "spot"-Wilshire this past Saturday. The restaurant and bar areas are both beautiful, but the service was so bad that I had to post my first citysearch review.... (more)
Joyce C
on Yahoo Oct 02, 2005Service needs serious work; Food surprisingly good: After booking ahead for a reservation at 9pm, we had to endure the bad attitude of the hostesses and wait near the entry way of the bar for 45 minute before being... (more)
mateodemarcus
on Citysearch Sep 25, 2005Beautiful place! But design is secondary when it comes to a good meal. The corn potato chowder was awesome! The seared scallops with some sort of cauliflower cream sauce was the best I've ever had...And I hate... (more)
zeckendorfa
on Citysearch Sep 24, 2005The ambience at Wilshire reminds me of a nice NYC lounge, although the food was unacceptional and bland. It took me 1/2hr to get my drink, I guess asking 8 out of 15 busboys(who swarm like flies)wasn't enough to get this... (more)
ld26
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2005Maybe the most beautiful restaurant in L.A. I went in on the first week so the food was par at best, however in a month or 2 this place should be first rate. Organic/free range food, filtered water (tap), beautiful... (more)