Here's the deal: Mastro's has the best steaks in LA, hands down. I'll go back and I know it.
But...
Is there really a need for the attitude up front? It's worse than at any restaurant in Los Angeles. If one is about lay down one's left arm for a meal, whether that one be Tom Hanks or Joe McNobody, one should be treated with respect.
The impression given is that if one does not know the host personally, or have a three picture deal with Paramount, more important work is being interrupted. money is. If I've got an 8 o'clock reservation, I'd like to be seated by 8:15, not pushed to aside so some walk-in casting agent can get my table.
Look, once you get to the table everything is Jim Dandy. The service is great.
But please, tone it down upfront, you're not royalty.
Pros: Steaks, Sides, Desserts
Cons: The Front Court
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