Water Grill Restaurant Reviews
Submitted by Maribel Fay PhD on 04/29/2022
Maribel Fay PhD 5 stars rating.
The manager also came to check up on us and a few tables, which was a nice touch. The cocktails were tasty and well balanced! I'd honestly come back just for the drinks. This restaurant is perfect to celebrate a special occasion and for a nice fancy date. Food is mainly seafood. Very delicious food I'm just loving it, I would love to come again.
Claire J 4 stars rating.
Staffs are friendly and very professional and that’s what it counts before food.
I asked suggestions for wine and main dish; Oregon white wine that the manager recommended was outstanding and perfect pairing, our server advised me to try spiny lobster(Australia) which was on season, super fresh and meatier made my dinner wonderful!
Iced shellfish platter was good too, super fresh and snails are included! I unfortunately have to take one star out for slow service. But everything was great and beyond.
Submitted by Claire J on 08/28/2022
Ed Fung 5 stars rating.
Last time I dined at Water Grill before tonight, it was in 1992 when I was working in DTLA. 30 years later, the food is still amazing! We ordered a dozen of oysters and tuna tartare as appetizers. Chilean sea bass, lobster roll and cioppino as entrees. Everything was scrumptious. Our waiter Chris was friendly and professional. Good job Chris!
Submitted by Ed Fung on 07/31/2022
Amber Sherry 3 stars rating.
First off, Don't come to LA'S best seafood place and order a steak... I ordered a Filet mignon and it was terrible, I sent it back. It tasted like a grainy burger, but it was tender. I've been eating at steakhouses since I was able to chew and this was a turnoff. The crab nuggets were cut up pieces of crab legs in the shell, I felt like a toddler again.
The tempura lobster sushi was overhyped.. Mostly rice with a piece on top smothered in sauce.. Like a state fair sushi. The Crab pancake was good, but I was confused of the salad it came with- I would just order that and be done. The Mexican corn was OK for presentation wise, but was hoping for more flavor.
Lastly. The monkey bread was the best. It made my night and I'd literally come to this restaurant just to order this and nothing else. If you feel you had a meal that didn't satisfy you Herr, just order that dessert and you'll instantly forget any negative memory on the pallet.
Submitted by Amber Sherry on 07/02/2022
Wei C 5 stars rating.
I ordered the market sea bass. Grilled and great taste. Oyster is great too. The menu and drink varieties are awesome. Food quality matches their price.
Submitted by Wei C on 05/19/2022
Hazel E. Somerville 5 stars rating.
The clam chowder was rather disappointing as it was really watery, not thick. Ling said it might be a taste preference but I don't think it's worth getting it considering the price.
First time eating at the Water Grill with my girlfriend Ling. We had a good time, the atmosphere is busy and so understandably the service was rather slow on a Saturday evening.
Ling loved the sushi we got and said it was very authentic and comparable to Japanese restaurants.
With the right dishes, Water Grill is a great place to eat at.
Submitted by Hazel E. Somerville on 05/08/2022
Raul Martinez 2 stars rating.
Food is great as always, variety of oysters is incomparable to others local places. I've been a customer for over 15years. I have to say this was the worst customer service experience. I really don't know where to start on how bad it was. Can't blame lack of staffing because we had lunch when there were only a few tables occupied and several staff members all over the place. In the front of the house a gentleman who's only job is to sit you and not much other than that. When I asked for something as he sat us down his response was "yeah that's not my job, you need to ask your server for whatever you need". I had to wait no less than 10mins to be served water. We ordered specific drinks and the wrong ones were brought. A smirk is what we got and walked away. It took another 10mins to get our drinks, keep in mind, the restaurant was still not busy at all. The same level of service was the same the entire time. We even tried being playful to see if we got a better reaction. Eventually the restaurant got busier and the service only went further south from that point. I will say the check on the table within minutes of not even asking for it. You guys have always had amazing food and service, I don't know what happened, I'll have to stay away for some time hoping it gets better.
Submitted by Raul Martinez on 05/03/2022
Jerry Luciano 3 stars rating.
First off, the food here is FANTASTIC.
Probably the best piece of halibut that I’ve had in years. The side dishes were excellent too. It is what I would consider a “fair “value for the money. Excellent food at a slightly higher than average price – which I am more than willing to pay.
You may ask yourself, then, why would I only rate at three stars?
It’s because of the service. The restaurant was crowded so I ate at the bar. The bartender ignored me for over 10 minutes. It took forever to get a menu. It took forever to get a glass of water. It took forever for her to come over and take my order. It took forever for her to put my order in and, conversely, forever for me to get my food. Almost 20 minutes for my salad to arrive.
Then, the people next to me had their food come out with their oysters. The server wanted to take the food back and told them they would “re-fire“ it before they brought it back out. I happen to over here and help them out by offering to take one of their halibut dishes, as that was what I had ordered.
I am giving this review while waiting for my check, which I asked for 15 minutes ago. The people next to me, who are being served by the OTHER bartender, have received their check, paid their bill, had the rest of their bottle of wine, and are on their way out the door.
I understand that people get busy, but what frustrates me is watching people around me get good service while being ignored…
Submitted by Jerry Luciano on 03/21/2022
Lorna Freeman 5 stars rating.
It was my first visit in their restaurant and it was an amazing Experience! Every dish was perfectly cooked and delicious. Choice of drinks is so good and professional. Oysters were the best! That was a busy day but still the Their customer service is quick and appreciable. Would definitely come back soon! ????
Submitted by Lorna Freeman on 03/17/2022
Sandy Smith 5 stars rating.
We had a wonderful meal at Water Grill on 10/18. Our servers were excellent, professional, friendly and attentive. They paced our meal well and tended to our needs without being intrusive. We ordered an oyster sampler, tomato salad and a wedge salad for starters. I ordered the California spiny lobster and my husband ordered the black cod over noodles. Every dish was excellent. The bread with Asiago cheese and onion was delicious. It was a perfect dinner! We would definitely return next time we’re in town.
Submitted by Sandy Smith on 10/21/2021
