Los Angeles Melrose Spanish 🇪🇸 Pretty Food

In the trendy and diverse Melrose neighborhood of Los Angeles, there's a hidden gem: a Spanish family restaurant called La Paella. It doesn't rely on flashy decor but wins over diners with its warm atmosphere and authentic flavors. Push open the wooden door, and you're greeted by warm yellow lights, hand-painted tile walls, and the aroma of olive oil wafting from the kitchen. It feels like you've stepped into a family dining room in the old town of Barcelona. If you're tired of the fast-paced, Instagrammable restaurants in Los Angeles, come to this cozy redwood cottage on Melrose for a Mediterranean family dinner that's both healing and heartwarming. 🥩 📋 Today's Menu: - Champiñones al Ajillo (Garlic Mushrooms with Spanish Chorizo) A simple yet delightful appetizer. The brown mushroom slices, soaked in olive oil and infused with garlic, pair perfectly with the smoky, fatty aroma of Spanish chorizo. 🍄 - Paella de Marisco (Seafood Paella) The best representation of Spaniards' love for rice. Golden grains, distinct yet tender and soft, topped with shrimp, mussels, squid rings, and clams. The seafood's sweetness is doubled. 🍛 - Pescado a la Plancha (Grilled Sea Bass) A classic grilled fish that never disappoints. The snow-white fish meat is tender, with a crispy caramelized skin. Seasoned only with coarse salt and lemon zest, it has a smoky flavor with a hint of nuttiness. The accompanying vegetable salad is a fundamental element of the Mediterranean diet. 🐟 📍 476 S San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 ⏰ Weekends and mealtimes are often fully booked, so it's best to make a reservation by phone in advance. 💰 3.5 / 5 #LAFoodie #HiddenGemRestaurant #Plog #RiceLovers #USC #LA #AmbianceDining #RestaurantReview #LosAngelesEats