Visited this place last week. The service was impeccable. Better than double eagles and five star gourmet - really these titles mean nothing to me anymore after visiting Warrior. For the sake of Warrior's longevity, I hope management is able to retain their talented staff and keep them inspired to consistently deliver the experience I had. I wish I got their names, but everyone who worked on Thursday night was simply on point. I didn't have a reservation and they didn't make me feel like a leper for failing to do so. I wished I had dressed nicer, but I honestly thought I was going to find a traditional Chinese food spot. Instead, I was greeted by a beautiful staff who reassured me that my attire was passable for the evening. I still wanted to match the swanky vibe that caught me off-guard. Think Jhenee Aiko and Billy Eilish meeting up for mai-tais. (I might edit this later when I think of a better set-up). Anyway, it was fairly busy and the manager, the hostess, waitress, bartender, and runner? (kitchen was below the dining level and they used an elevator to go between the two) were extremely still attentive. There was a delay in receiving my entree but I enjoyed their signature cocktails and beautiful ambiance while waiting and the staff maintained communication before I started to wonder. The space is cozy - lean but comfortable laced with art and music. I was greeted by everyone who came within a few paces with me. Warm smiles and eye contact. Genuine and welcoming. The decor is sensual - enter from Sunset to ascend a stairwell that finds hanging cherry blossoms, glass bead lamps, rattan, and velour on a two-level patio-balcony that seats you next to the LA skyline.
oh and the food: I had the fried rice, orange chicken and fried dumplings. All shareable. Could feed 2-3 people depending on appetites. I sipped on the Asian Pear affair (vodka + pear with notes of...
Read moreWhere to start? My wife and I went for date night, we started with the scallion pancakes (yum!) Then the pork bao buns and orange chicken for entrees. Both were wonderfully flavorful and the orange chicken had just enough heat to bite you back a little bit. Cocktails were also enjoyable, my wife had a vodka drink called "The Asian Pear Affair" and mine was a Tanqueray and Tonic, both drinks were well made without being overly boozy. All that being said, the highlight of the evening was our server Allie who was very welcoming, efficient and made great suggestions throughout the evening. Armed with a great sense of humor and her "let's have fun together" attitude made her visits to the table a real pleasure! A big shout out also to Tanya who personally checked in to see how our evening at Warrior had been and was there anything else they could do for us. With traffic, our drive was about 3 hours from San Diego and Warrior is worth the drive, a definite must do again! Next visit we'll try the side of open roof patio that overlooks the famous...
Read moreWhat there with a couple of friends tonight and it was so welcoming and fun. The vibe was so cool. Tanya and Jay made us feel so welcome. The food is Chinese but has a fusion flavor. The drinks were great all with new interesting twist to them. I had the pear drink and The choo-choo and the Manhattan. All were delicious. We tried the walnut shrimp, the fried tofu and the scallion pancake which was lovely and crispy. We had the Kung Pao veggies, the vegan chicken lettuce wraps. Everything was so delicious. Atmosphere is very Miami Ish and you have a great view out the window. There’s also a great bar attached. I love the uniforms and the service especially! Visit them you...
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