My husband, son (10)and I went last Saturday evening for our 11 year anniversary. It was absolutely wonderful. Huge thanks to the staff who accommodated our last min request to add our son. Our babysitter canceled an hour before our Date...wow. all in all I we had an amazing evening. The sqid ink octopus 🐙 was out of this world. We both loved it. I had the braised beef. It was beyond tender..like melt in your mouth perfectly cooked. Mmm my hubby had the 🦕 dinosaurs looking Wagyu Tomahawk Steak...it was literally the biggest bone I've ever seen.. wonderful. They made my very picky eater place pasta butter thanks chef. Lol now the music...if only I could have stayed longer and danced the night away. I'd love it if they had a little slow dance lounge night. ..almost forgot to mention the dessert 🍨..yummm get the cookies and cream. Get them all. That espresso soil..can you all bottle that please. We shall return. Thanks again

We had a birthday celebration!! It was awesome. Great food, a mix of Asian and Peruvian fusion. You must make a reservation or take a chance at a seat at the bar. The place was completely full and they open promptly at 6pm. They are actually a recording studio turned into a restaurant so they have a live band with a nice sound system!! The food, drinks and service was outstanding. Oh and plenty of street parking and don't forget to bring your proof of vaccination!! We had a ball!!

Let me start out by saying phenomenal!!!! Verse is an absolute must when in LA. From the low key entrance outside to the dimly lit, sexy and sophisticated inside you're bound to appreciate the vibes of this place. There were a few sets of a live jazz band that set the tone. When the band wasn't playing, Verse also had a playlist going which included some of my favorite R&B songs from the 90s and 2000s which totally made the setting even more enjoyable. You absolutely have to start off with the Hokkaido Milk Buns. This is a must-try item on the menu. They were served warm and the accompanying butter was amazing. To drink, I had the Espresso Martini made to order. Perfection! I initially had wanted to order the dry-aged branzino for my main, but they were out of this. I was slightly disappointed but ended up ordering the pork belly risotto and I forgot about my disappointment. It was delicious! The pork belly was super flavorful and supple. Cooked perfectly. The dish was a perfect combination of sweet and savory. It was slightly salty, but overall still delicious and I would still recommend it. My only complaint for Verse was that I was too full to enjoy dessert!! I highly recommend without hesitation. Lastly, I wanted to make sure I recognized our server, Dawson. He was truly great. From his professionalism and kindness to his attention and knowledge of the menu.

I love the hidden element of this place! The vibe and atmosphere here are phenomenal. They have a regularly rotating menu as most establishments of fine dining do, but their fresh take on American classics is out of this world! They're doing things with food that I haven't tasted anywhere else. I'm a big foodie and can usually guess what's in my food like different seasonings, herbs, veggies, etc. The Verse had me stumped! Their flavor profiles and combinations are truly unique and exciting. Hats off to you, Verse, for a job extremely well done.

The food, the acoustics, and the service = amazing. Marcus was incredibly attentive and was able to give us great advice. We asked for his opinion on the menu and he broke down his favorites by page and what we were looking for. Ultimately everything was delicious. We got the milk bread (get it!) And the spread that came with it was to die for. My French toast dessert was splendid and topped the meal off perfectly. 12/10 highly recommend!

4.5 Stars! Since I'm more of a simple hearty food eatery person, I was apprehensive when a dear friend suggested we dine here. I was pleasantly surprised. The food is good, the live jazz music is great, and the service is very attentive. If not for snafus with a drink order and our bill payment process, our experience would be 4.8 Stars!

I'm letting the feline frolic outta the bag on this one only because I care about you and your fine dining selections in Los Angeles. Given Verse's nondescript, definitely not a recording studio appearance from Lankershim, you're not likely to stumble in or find an available table without a reservation. However, the bar is inviting, open, and a great place to absorb the music from the back of the room. TIP: Book ahead. Make a reservation & bring your appetite! My love for Verse all started when my then-boyfriend, now husband discovered our new favorite anniversary restaurant - now two years in the running. Even better, during our first visit, I was caught by surprise when I recognized Verse's sound engineer from work who was eager to boast about the restaurants perfect acoustic environment. Essentially, Verse is a recording studio with an elegant restaurant...or is it a classy restaurant that happens to be a recording studio? Just ask Grammy-winning master mixer Manny Marroquin who we have to thank for Verse, along with chef Oscar Torres. What I especially love about Verse is that even with 11 subwoofers, 47 speakers, and a full dining room bustling with conversation, the environment blends perfect acoustics, enabling private conversation without having to raise your voice all while enjoying live performances. I should know, I'm hard of hearing and I spend a good portion of my professional time in padded recording studios. Food: Let's begin with starters and libations because the full Verse experience should include a warmup to the main course, a little of all the above like tapas. Trust me on this, Verse's Hokkaido milk buns are not to be taken lightly, nor are they your typical table bread and butter; but they should be enjoyed by all. Why seven buns and not an even number is a cruel, delightfully delicious joke by chef Torres. For the seafood fans, I highly suggest the Mediterranean octopus grilled with squid ink potatoes, King Oyster mushrooms, and the best (mild) Peruvian aji outside of Mario's. Do NOT skip dessert! The cookies and cream is a dream and not at all vanilla as its name implies. The coffee soil was definitely a memorable favorite for me. Drink: I hope you come to imbibe on Verse's liquid diet! Pick your poison, pick a bottle of vino. I can still recall the smokin' old fashioned from my first visit. I won't ruin the experience - if you're a whiskey fan, try it! Recently I also enjoyed Verse's Negroni and gin martini. Thank you bartenders. Cheers! I wasn't disappointed, even when asked for clarification, "Just a regular Negroni?" YES, please! Service: The thing about service is, it can vary. It shouldn't, but it can depending on oh so many factors. One of them factors is being too busy. And Los Angeles does a great job of being too busy. We’re a laid back city, but we are always very busy, and always in a hurry on to the next thing. That said, Verse may not hold your hand throughout the night, so just sit back and enjoy the music without worrying about being in a hurry to get on to the next thing. Ambiance: I appreciate Verse’s subtleties both outside and in, maintaining its integrity as a slick, modern recording space in fine dining. Thoughtful lighting allows each table to enjoy a personal intimate experience, ideal for special occasions. In short, Verse cute. With respect to the musicians, I would love longer sets with more live music and less playlist. Parking isn’t ideal, but not impossible either. Valet would be great. Unfortunately a few dishes did arrive served on “rustic plates” with chips “bitten” out of them which is okay in my house, but unacceptable in fine dining. In summary Verse is a fine dining hidden gem with silky smooth speakeasy vibes, a cocktail and wine list to match, live music, and a mouthwatering menu. I look forward to our next anniversary celebration dinner, or excuse to spoil the spouse! Thank you Verse LA, thank you chef Torres!

High-end fancy place with great food, great drinks, and live music from some very well-known artists. We sat at the bar, and Jared took care of us. The food was delicious, and it went well with one of the best old-fashioned(Call from Tokyo) I've ever had. Highly recommend this place.

I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough, this is the first 5 star review I have ever left, as this restaurant is truly incredible. The ambience and live music were absolutely immaculate, and the staff were attentive and incredibly friendly (More on the wonderful staff in a moment. There was not a single dish that was not absolutely delicious. I would like to recommend a few people in particular that made our night incredible: -Daniel and Claire were absolutely amazing. Claire recommended two drinks that were absolutely unique and delicious. -Brandi was the bartender and she is something of a genius, her cocktails are unique and have a beautiful variety of flavors. She was incredibly kinda and told us all about how to make Night On Fire (my personal favorite drink of the night) -Chef Oscar is a true master of his craft, nothing else can really be said. The live music was beautiful and the food delicious. Brandi the bartender served us incredible drinks, and told us all about them. Daniel gave us a tour of the back after our meal, and Claire planned out and chose our entire meal for us. Again I cannot recommend this experience highly enough, not only is the food incredible, but the establishment is stuffed to the brim with legitimately kind, wonderful people. 11/10

This is a bit of a mixed review. Overall positive. I was meating a group of friends for dinner and arrived early so went to the bar. I had a fantastic French 75. The bar staff was very attentive. The dining staff however was not. Are water glasses were only refilled one time during our entire dinner. And many of us wanted to order additional cocktails or wine, but there was no server. After our food was dropped off no one checked on us. The food however was fantastic. And the accommodated my gluten-free GF requirements. There was also a live band and singer performing which were really lovely. And added to that beautiful throwback supper club vintage feel to the entire experience. It is meant to feel like you're in a private club. There is no sign outside so you have to just recognize the v on the door and the address. Overall I absolutely would go again but wish that the servers on the floor were more attentive.

This place is phenomenal. The vibe is incredible. The 3 piece jazz group was exceptional and even though they had never played together before, they sounded like they had been together for 20 years. The food was great, top notch. The lamb pasta and carrots tasted like nothing I've ever tasted before it was so good. Definitely worth the trip from the OC. Will be going back again and again that's for sure !!!

Ummm can we add the option for a higher rating than 5 stars?!? Verse deserves a 5 star PLUS PLUS. The decor of restaurant exudes elegance and contemporary chic vibes. Similar to a speakeasy, the space is dimly lit with intimate individual lighting on each table. Perfect for date night, a special occasion, a well deserved great meal or stylish cocktails!! I went with a somewhat big group of friends (there were 7 of us) on a busy Friday night… And at no point was there an issue with the service or the timing of our drinks & food orders! The Oysters & Sashimi were excellent, and came served along with a suggestion on how the chef recommends eating it. The Hokkaido Milk Buns should come with a warning ⚠️ label they’re literally that good - dare I say perfect 🤩 !!! My friends were all ummming and ahhhing while eating. So, really it’s safe to say that everything ordered was a hit!! The live music portion was yet another highlight of my visit at Verse!! Truly exceptional talents grace the space… So, if you are a fan of jazz; look no further and make a reservation ASAP so you can explore and experience the lively and sophisticated vibes here.

First time at Verse after hearing about it from friends. We had an incredible dinner. I cannot say enough great things about the food, service, and the atmosphere. Our server Bailee really made our evening perfect.

Loved the vibe and food here. They had live and not live music alternating in a dark room with the bar lit up. Our service from Bailey was amazing. We never felt left alone and each dish was explained to us, which as foodies, we definitely appreciated. Kale sprouts and the New York strip were standouts, for sides, definitely try their oyster mushrooms - they cook them very uniquely. And don’t skip dessert! The chocolate & caramel with tapioca flour is phenomenal. Hope to return again.

Great atmosphere, great food. They were out of a few things that we woulda loved to try, but the New York Strip did not disappoint! Would come back!

I have had this place saved for a while and finally made a reservation this Friday night as a friend was in town. We had the pleasure of sitting in the lunge area next to the band and loved everything about the experience. The service was fantastic and friendly. The vibes and acoustics were great. The jazz band was wonderful and very friendly as well. And the Braised Lamb Pasta was the best presentation of lamb that I have ever had. Will be back soon.

Nice place to watch a band. Food is pricey but very nice vibe. Awesome date night spot. Sometimes they have great bands performing. Romantic and moody spot. Come take a hot date! It's perfect for that! 😉

Amazing atmosphere. Great dishes. Top notch service. Acoustics in a restaurant setting, perfection.

Came here for a bday celebration. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I had a bday cake crisis and the kitchen staff was more than helpful in fixing my cake (there is a cake service fee of $1/slice). There’s live music. A reservation is a must because this place is lively. Thank you for all you’ve done. ♥️ Will come back again.

We were in this restaurant for the first time. At the very beginning, we did not like the persistent smell of fish. Then we got used to it :) The menu was rather poor. We didn't know what to choose. Stopped for Wagyu steak. The waiter brought us to show a piece of this meat. It should be noted that the place was very dark, we could hardly read the menu. The waiter said they only had one large piece and we had no choice. There were four of us. We conferred and decided that we would eat it together. The waiter did not tell us anything about the quality of the meat, about its weight, about its price. Nothing! There were four of us and none of us heard any information about this meat. On the meat itself, we also did not see the price and the waiter did not draw our attention to the price. We had no idea that this meat was something special. In other restaurants we ate this meat for $60 per serving. We expected the price to be no higher than $200. We were shocked when the bill was brought to us and we saw the price of $459. It should also be noted that we did not like the meat, and even more insulting that it is also so expensive. We think this restaurant is a scam. The waiter obviously wanted to sell us the most expensive piece and did not specifically indicate the price. After all this, the manager acted even more dishonestly - he blamed us for everything. We noted that we are bloggers and gourmets. The manager said that we MUST understand meat in this case. No, we don't HAVE to. The waiter had to inform us about this meat and tell us about its quality, so that we at least understood what we were eating. It's not our job, it's hers. Moreover, these are just the words of the manager that the meat was somehow special, that there was an impressive weight. There is no way we can verify this! No way! They could write $1000 and we have to pay?! The fact that the manager is trying to make us guilty in this situation is extremely dishonorable. This is a common scam. In addition, the rest of the food did not leave a positive impression, but at least it did not cost $459. The music wasn't energetic, it just got in the way. The hall is the size of a football field, not cozy. The area (North Hollywood) is not safe. I don't recommend this place to anyone.

Food was great but service is a little off. Had three different people come up and tell us our server would be with us, but he never showed and someone else took over. He put our order in wrong so one of our entrees came out before we ever even got an appetizer, and the the rest of the courses all came out at once. Luckily, it was all delicious, but having oysters in the middle of the meal was a little weird.

I give them 3-4 stars.. drinks and food delicious.. but It’s overpriced for that small plate.. even my mom and I ordered branzino.. and practically one fish was cut in half. Half for her and half for me.. and 2 little slice of sweet potato.. that was all my dinner. That’s fraud!