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Citrin
Master Critic Review
Citrin
8.8
One Michelin-starred modern Californian by Chef Josiah Citrin blending French technique with seasonal California produce. More approachable sister to Mélisse with à la carte options alongside prix fixe, plus a lively bar scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke Agnolotti with Comté, Crispy Rouget with Bouillabaisse, A5 Wagyu with Truffle
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.7
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Michelin-starred dining with flexible format and bar scene
Who should go: Fine dining fans wanting options beyond tasting menus
When to visit: Bar for walk-ins, dinner reservations essential
What to order: Agnolotti, seasonal fish, bar cocktails
Insider tip: Full menu available at bar for walk-ins only
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15, self-park in structure $8 with validation, street parking scarce after 5pm
Dress code: Smart casual to business - dark jeans acceptable but lean dressy, no athletic wear
Noise level: Moderate - comfortable conversation level, bar area livelier
Weekend wait: No walk-ins for dining room, bar seats 30-45 min
Weekday lunch: Bar immediate, dining room usually available with 15 min wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - chef's vegetable tasting menu plus à la carte options
Vegan options: Limited - can accommodate with advance notice, 2-3 modified dishes
Gluten-free options: Yes - kitchen experienced with modifications, notify when booking
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice - sophisticated but not stuffy, bar seating creates more casual vibe if dining room feels too formal, lighting and acoustics designed for conversation
Can I get a table without a reservation? Dining room unlikely without booking 2+ weeks ahead, but bar serves full menu with no reservations - arrive by 5:30pm or after 9pm for best bar seat availability
Is it kid-friendly? Better for teens and up who appreciate fine dining - no kids menu but kitchen can simplify dishes, lunch more accommodating than dinner service
Best For
Better for: More flexible than Mélisse with à la carte options, better bar scene than Providence, more consistent execution than newer Michelin spots
Skip if: Want cutting-edge molecular cuisine (try Vespertine), need large group dining (try Republique), or seeking ethnic fine dining (try Hayato)