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Electric Bleu
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Electric Bleu
8.6
Chef Craig Hopson’s new-school French-leaning bistro mixes Californian produce and subtle Australian touches in a lively Mar Vista dining room. The cooking hits best on bistro staples—especially the roast chicken—paired with smart wine choices and a polished, design-forward setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature roast chicken, Chicken liver mousse with onion crackers, Steak au poivre
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Modern French bistro cooking from a veteran chef in a fresh neighborhood space.
Who should go: Date-night diners and locals wanting a polished bistro meal.
When to visit: Early evening for easier walk-ins and full menu availability.
What to order: Roast chicken, chicken liver mousse, steak au poivre.
Insider tip: Counter seats are great for a shorter, spontaneous supper.
Electric Bleu
8.1
Chef Craig Hopson’s modern French bistro built for ‘dress up a little’ dinners in Mar Vista. Expect classic technique with California brightness—think pâté en croûte, steak au poivre, and beautifully handled seafood—served in a sleek, low-lit space. A natural pick for anniversaries or out-of-town splurges.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pâté en croûte, Steak au poivre, Roast chicken with jus
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: A true French bistro experience newly landed in 90066.
Who should go: Anniversaries, parents-in-town, and French-food loyalists.
When to visit: Weekend dinner for full bistro buzz.
What to order: Pâté en croûte, steak au poivre, roast chicken.
Insider tip: Sit at the bar for the best wine-by-the-glass guidance.