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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 3259 reviews

What Michelle Stuart likes about Formosa Cafe:
The hostesses were rude and awkward about seating my guest and I which started off the experience on a sour note. It then seems like our server avoided the table for quiet some time and we had to flag him down for everything we needed. Food was good. Pork belly entree was amazing!! XLB was bland and barely had any soup in it. Overall just okay. View all feedback. What Harold Kerluke doesn't like about Formosa Cafe:
a reservation for 7p and email confirmation showed 7, and in the restaurant showed 7:30. I asked for a special jubilee desert and my host or server has never mentioned my request, so I let it go View all feedback.

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Menu
4.4 ★ from 13 reviews
Alighiero
15.05.2022 - 03:09

Great atmosphere with delicious food. they were a bit busy when our drinks came with our food, but then we continued to wait 30 minutes for the check while we w...

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Green
30.01.2023 - 15:33

The atmosphere is fantastic. it is very loud back in the train car, and the tables are small, but it works, and is fun. it is very loud, but again, it is part o...

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Davion
30.01.2023 - 15:33

Really good food and service one of my favorite restaurant in Hollywood

Maxine
30.01.2023 - 15:33

Love this place!! Will definitely be back soon. Shout out to the hostess last night, so welcoming!

Derick
30.01.2023 - 15:33

I’ll admit it: having heard seen the storied Formosa Cafe briefly featured in the movie L.A. Confidential and driven past it several times in the past, I have a...

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The Formosa Cafe is a Hollywood icon that has been beautifully restored, offering great food, cocktails, and super friendly staff. The ambience is fun, with karaoke on Thursdays and a cool vibe. While the food may leave something to be desired for some, the overall experience is still enjoyable. The restaurant has a unique decor and a special charm that draws in visitors. The menu offers a variety of dishes, from pork belly to braised pork belly, xiao long bao soup dumplings, and fried sesame balls with taro ice cream. The service is prompt and helpful, providing a great dining experience for guests. Overall, Formosa Cafe is a special gem with a great atmosphere, delicious food, and attentive service.

Opentable
4.5 ★ from 828 reviews
Michelle
12.01.2024 - 23:45

The hostesses were rude and awkward about seating my guest and I which started off the experience on a sour note. It then seems like our server avoided the tabl...

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DeborahM
12.01.2024 - 23:45

Classic L.A. restaurant with the Hollywood vibe and great atmosphere.

AlexW
12.01.2024 - 23:45

Love the ambiance of the train car room. Good service, delicious food. We got the Walnut shrimp, yummy crunchy and good amount of rice for 2 people to share, wi...

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Antoinette
12.01.2024 - 23:45

Like walking back in time great lunch special so you try a little of everything Our waiter was very attentive and nice

LynP
12.01.2024 - 23:45

I try to get to Formosa when I travel to LA once a year- always loved the ambiance but this year the food itself was noticeably better than ever! Everyone we we...

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Google
4.4 ★ from 523 reviews
Justinas
14.01.2024 - 13:40

Unique atmosphere and delicious food (plenty gluten-free options too).

Gomez
14.01.2024 - 13:40

I love this place! Recommend the cold brew and green tea martinis, spicy wok fried rice, steak and broccoli, and sticky braised beef noodles! Drinks are pricey...

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Theo
14.01.2024 - 13:40

Formosa Cafe in LA is a cocktail haven with a rich history and top-notch service! The mixologists craft exquisite cocktails that are both inventive and deliciou...

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Richard
14.01.2024 - 13:40

Great atmosphere and decent food. Would highly recommend the pork belly as well as the soup dumplings. Loved the lighting and how it wasn’t too loud at any poin...

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merlin
14.01.2024 - 13:40

Hadn’t been in for a while but the food and drinks are great and the vibe is impeccable!

Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Dorris
17.06.2023 - 08:39

Great job with the new reno and menu. Had our holiday party there and it was fantastic.

Donnell
17.06.2023 - 08:39

Really good food And great atmosphere. This is an iconic place with tons of historic value.

Amaya
17.06.2023 - 08:39

Cool Chinese place in Hollywood. Cool vintage vibe. You can even sit in an old street car.

Camille
17.06.2023 - 08:39

Tasty Chinese food,great service and nice ambiance!!

Demarco
17.06.2023 - 08:39

Omg, the place was really good. Great food. Great cocktails. Unbelievable ambience. A bit expensive, but as I said, delicious. If you love the cucumbers at Din...

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Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 1406 reviews
Richard
03.08.2023 - 10:50

Fun ambience, karaoke on Thursdays is really fun! Food leaves a lot to be desired, but frankly food is not the main attraction here. Just ignore the hipsters wh...

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Rebekah
03.08.2023 - 10:50

Amazing food- just get one of everything. Loved the orange chicken and short rib noodles. The soup dumplings also great. And the wonton apple dessert. Went on a...

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Peter
03.08.2023 - 10:50

Absolutely a wonderful place to enjoy. For the age of the place it's kept up extremely well. The food is fantastic, that being said a bit on the salty side. Ver...

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Mark
03.08.2023 - 10:50

This Hollywood icon building and railcar have been beautifully restored. Great food, cocktails and super friendly staff, we had a wonderful evening and will def...

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Mark
03.08.2023 - 10:50

We came to Hollywood to enjoy the movie capitol. Our first meal out was to the Formosa Cafe! It has a star studded history as evidenced by the collection of pho...

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 57 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.9 ★ from 422 reviews

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