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Perle Restaurant
Master Critic Review
Perle Restaurant
8.8
Chef Dean Yasharian's Michelin-rated bistro delivers refined French classics in an intimate historic setting with mahogany tables and a coffered wood ceiling. The restaurant's mirrored menu concept pairs traditional meat and seafood dishes with innovative plant-based French cuisine, all executed with precise technique.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burgundy Escargots in Herbed Butter, Duck à l'Orange with Celery Root Purée, Grand Marnier Soufflé
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.7
Consistency: 8.9
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 9
What makes it special: Los Angeles' first French mirrored-menu with equal focus on plant-based options
Who should go: Francophiles seeking authentic bistro classics
When to visit: Weekend dinner for full experience
What to order: Escargots, duck à l'orange, apple tarte Tatin
Insider tip: Chef Yasharian often greets guests tableside
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15 at entrance, public garages nearby ($3-5/hr), street parking challenging after 5pm
Dress code: Smart casual to business casual - collared shirts common, nice jeans acceptable but lean dressy
Noise level: Intimate - perfect for conversation, soft background music
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, bar seating sometimes available
Weekday lunch: 15-20 min typical, reservations recommended
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - extensive mirrored plant-based menu with French technique
Vegan options: Yes - full vegan French menu, rare for traditional French dining
Gluten-free options: Limited - chef accommodates with advance notice, naturally GF options marked
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice - intimate lighting, quiet enough for conversation, impressive without being overly formal. The mirrored menu makes dietary preferences easy to navigate.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Very difficult on weekends, possible weekday lunches. Bar has 6 seats for walk-ins. Best strategy: OpenTable shows real-time availability, call for same-day cancellations after 4pm.
Is it kid-friendly? Better for teens and up - no kids menu, sophisticated atmosphere. They accommodate well-behaved children but the intimate setting and price point make it better suited for adult dining.
Best For
Better for: Authentic French technique with plant-based innovation unmatched in LA, more intimate than Republique, better service than most Michelin-rated spots at this price
Skip if: You want casual French (try Little Door), larger groups (Petit Trois better), or budget dining (Taix for classic value)