Little Beast Review: This Family-Friendly Spot Shows Eagle Rock What It Was Missing

A A A Comments (0) By Besha Rodell Thursday, Aug 15 2013

That can't be said for the entire experience at Little Beast. In fact, the whole enterprise would be far more appealing if it were just a tad less expensive. It's hard to say where exactly the priciness sneaks in — in the $14 cheese plate that presents only three small pieces of cheese, in the $10 watermelon salad that's a handful of cubed fruit with a smattering of feta.

If dinner for two were likely to come in at less than $100 with drinks, Little Beast might make for a fantastic weekly treat. As it is, that number is more likely to creep up to around $120, making it more of an indulgence than a regular haunt.

But the wines and beers are smartly chosen and food-friendly, the gracious staff a blessing after a long day at work. Desserts are a high point, like dark chocolate pudding with just the right hint of salt at the edges, or a fresh peach shortcake made with a crumbly, sweet biscuit.

PHOTO BY ANNE FISHBEIN

Wild salmon tartare with sesame basil guacamole, salsa verde and gyoza crisps at Little Beast

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Little Beast

1496 Colorado Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041

Category: Restaurant > American

Region: Northeast L.A.

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Little Beast may not be perfect, but it's the exact restaurant Eagle Rock was waiting for: charming, friendly and built on a foundation of family and community.

Reach the writer at brodell@laweekly.com.

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