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Lightly seasoned food - dinner reservations recommended Fri & Sat
Fill all your senses at Ford's Filling Station - LA's first and finest Gastropub - where the atmosphere is relaxed yet often bustling. Comfortable seating areas with warm walnut surfaces and Asian rugs create a charming intimacy amidst an informal setting. The patios are intimate, for private parties, and offer a soothing contrast to our energetic main room, which features wood-beamed ceilings, brick, polished concrete floors and an open kitchen. Machine-age lamps accent the wooden bar while large celestial chandeliers create a ceiling of soft light. Our dedication to craft is evident in the American Regional Menu, which is rustic, simple and innovative, yet familiar. The seasonal menu emphasizes flavor in exciting, uncomplicated combinations and in keeping with Chef Ford's earthy palate.
4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice now and both experiences have been fantastic. Both days were for lunch and I had a) love of the atmosphere with their homey wood tables, brick wall, and dim, warm lighting - b)...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't recommend dining outside because of the bland stained wall, confusing framed art, and wilted table flowers. Iced tea gets refills but lemonade does not. If you try to eat around 4:15 they...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for the dineLA menu. I had mussels for appetizer, marinated bistro steak for entree and squash bread pudding for dessert.My eating companion had shrimp salad (squid was not on the menu) for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's Dine LA week people and I'm dining out! RL and I dined at Ford's on Sunday as our first stop.Dined here at the end of last month with Skim for lunch and it was delish. Have been craving their...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It ain't all that. The food is pretty good, but, hella expensive for what you get. The portions are decent if you're a waif or visiting from Lilliput, but, for an averaged-sized human being, you're...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been for dinner but I agree with others...the food is okay (not bad), but the check definitely is more impactful than the food itself. The menu looks good. The setting is nice. I love the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Although Ford's has the celebrity connections (chef/owner is son of actor Harrison Ford), it doesn't have the snooty Hollywood feel you might expect. I like that. The beer selection is modest, yet...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As a neighborhood pub, Ford's hits all the right notes: a worn walnut bar with comfortable stools, reasonably priced beer, and a soundtrack that favors pre-iPod collegiate staples. Draining pints of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give Ford's a 3.5 if i had a choice, as the .5 extra is for a great outdoor eating space. I had been wanting to try this spot for a while and got my fix twice in the same week, once for lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a late evening meal and as it was pretty crowded, my friend and I sat at the bar. I had the Pub Burger with Maytag blue cheese and carmelized onions which was pretty tasty. The dish came...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Normally places named Filling Station are either a gas station or a burger joint. Ford's is neither and is owned by Ben Ford, the son of Indiana Jones himself. Ford's cuisine is not as adventurous as...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was a die hard loyal supporter of Ford's Filling Station since Day One. I considered the owners as friends. Even after my purse was stolen from me inside the restaurant, I STILL supported Ford's....
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Friday night, 8:30 p.m. reservation.I was nervous because we were running late, thinking maybe they'd given our table up considering all of these reviews stating how long the wait and how many people...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'll be honest. We showed up two minutes before closing.Instead of NOT SEATING US, they agreed to seat us. We ordered drinks and food quickly. Waiter tried to be nice, but his disdain for us...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. The ambiance, food, & the great drinks are fabulous. It's upscale but not stuffy. The employees are friendly and welcoming. It's a Beverly Hills restaurant tucked in downtown Culver...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place, but the wait after wait killed me. We had to wait for a table that would fit just the 2 of us despite there being seats. We had to wait for our waiter every so often because it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was a special occasion meal that I had been looking forward to for some time and was not disappointed. Ford's Filling Station is owned by Benjamin Ford, son of actor Harrison Ford. Other reviews...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hello Kobe beef cheeks! After splitting this with my sister, her and I proceeded to hallucinate in the streets, due to overwelming richness and taste. Good grief!We had the rabbit special, which was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a date, who I never saw again, and it was a good pick! the octopuss appetizer was a killer...loved it...and the hamburger my date had seemed good since he ate the whole thing! The prices a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
love it!usually i dont like to be in a small area surrounded by a bunch of white people (yes, i am white...so dont get all offended) because come on...it gets a little annoying. but fords is awesome....
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice, once with the lady, and once with my Dad. Loved it both times.There is a happy hour drink special if you sit at the bar, but the draft beer selection is not huge (albeit yummy). I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a lovely dinner here with my friend. I've heard mixed reviews since this place opened, but I was excited to finally give it a shot. I agree that the food is good -- not great -- and that it's a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Shrimp curry with applewood smoked bacon....nuff said!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Another over reviewed and hyped celebrity restaurant. It was busy, but not so busy for the service to be so absent. Our appetizer was never brought out, and the time between seating and eating was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I live about 4 min from Ford's Filling Station , and had somehow managed to avoid it, although I eat in downtown Culver City quite a bit. But last Wednesday evening, my best friend wanted to try it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So freakin good!! We had the Kobe beef cheeks and polenta entrees, which were seriously fan-FREAKIN-tastic. The fried clams (calamari-esque) were delicious too. Great food, great service. Zero...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have had very mixed experiences here. I have been there during busy and slow times. I have never actually sat down for dinner, just sat at the bar, but that is because I haven't been blown away by...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated and icky. There was dirt in my fish & chips and the manager tried to convince me it was rock salt.C'mon, that's just silly.Overrated, icky and silly.
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard a lot of mixed on this place so it wasn't high on my "to try" list. However, I saw Ben Ford (chef) on a Hell's Kitchen rerun and was leafing through my Michelin Guide the other day where...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Underwhelmed was an apropos word a fellow Yelper used for his/her experience. My boyfriend and I came early on a weeknight so no crowd yet. The exuberant hostess greeted us with a cheerful hello and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boy and I had an amazing brunch here of chilled heirloom tomato soup, duck prosciutto/goat cheese/lentil salad and poached eggs with curry hollandaise. The service was good. I will def be going...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely worth the price. The food is a bit on the pricey side and very elegant, but make sure you're in the mood for meat. They have an awesome selection of cheeses and I recommend this place if...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Flatbread shrimp pizza, Italian cured meats and assorted stinky cheeses along with some nice glasses of Sauvignon Blanc make this a nice place to sit, nibble, converse, and people-watch. Prices tend...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wanna LOVE this place - support the way he uses local ingredients & overall way of doing business. However, so far I have only gotten 2 things I would ever consider getting again:1) Clam Chowder on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Harrison Ford's son! How cool?? He's the chef/owner here! I was curious because I saw him cook these awesome looking sandwiches on some food network show so i decided to try it out.it's a bit pricey...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The thin crush pizza appetizers were just so good. We (the office) decided to eat here one day &we ordered like 5 pizzas for 6 of us. So delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one fantastic place. It's one of my favorites to take clients, friends, and someone special. The menu is fantastic, and the specials are always intriguing. I love it for lunch or dinner, lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was pretty let down by this place. I had seen it the week before while we were having lunch at Tender Greens and it looked awesome..tons of cheeses and meats I hadn't heard of and lots of fruits.It...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We started with a charcuterie plate with headcheese, which was the best of the starters. The cured meats are good, but no surprises. They also have my favorite aged cheddar cheese (Hooks'). All our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Recently ate here for lunch. After sitting down I was a little disappointed with the menu. Usually I can find something to get excited about, it doesn't take much for me. In this case I was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've come here for dinner a couple of times, and I really want to like this place. However, of all the dishes I tried (both mine and my companions'), I really only remember one of them. And I think...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The brunch was decently delish. The service was definitely on the slow side. Its nice to see the chef, but that always makes me wonder 'who's running the kitchen?' However, I think I'd come back for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
With two friends, we tried Ford's Filling Station on Sunday May 31st, having never been there before. We were lured by the $18 Sunday special and $4 draft beers.The place was at least half empty when...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here four times and was never impressed but this last visit was really the final straw. After sitting with our menus for 20 minutes (waiting to order) our menus were taken away and we were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some expect great things from this locale. I've never been blown-away, but never been disappointed, either. Good food, interesting dishes, great specials, and a nice atmosphere (and, yes, it can get...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We have been passing by this place for a whole year now and never gave it a chance. Tender Greens next door really steals their business. We were greeted by a friendly server and ordered. The menu...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had fish and it was really good, but not good enough for the price. The bf got a burger and again, not worth the price. They were closing soon, so we got the rules of what we could order and they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced not-so-great food.We didn't have a long wait to get a table, but the table was outside with no table cloth, and the metal table was dirty, so we had no place to put our silverware but keep...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I must say that I was extremely disappointed with Ford's Filling Station. I really wanted this place to be good, because it has a really fun atmosphere, and it's in a great location. But the service...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely a place to try. The ham, mac and cheese, corn soup, chocolate torte and banana split are all great, albeit too expensive. You can probably find better deals elsewhere, but I'd...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced sums it up. I came here for lunch yesterday, and got the skillet fried chicken -- featuring a slab of fried chicken breast. The texture was nice but it was pretty bland! It came with very...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great experience at Ford's when the folks visited recently. I went deep into the menu. We started off with some cured meats and cheeses. All were excellent, especially the brasiola and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Tried the mac n cheese, curried lentil salad, fried squash blossoms and rapini with anchovy butter. I liked the salad a lot. The dressing was light and all the ingredients fit together nicely. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Why can't I just listen to Yelp? Man was this place disappointing! We came here for lunch. I got the pub burger, with chedder instead of the blue cheese. The bun is HUGE, much too huge. It also...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went back here for a pre-Mother's day dinner with my family; my mom is not a big fan of crowds so we went out on Saturday night instead of Sunday.We walked in without a reservation and managed to get...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In an effort to hit up all the new (crazy) Culver City hot spot, my friend and I stopped in for a pre-dinner snack at the bar. She got us a table in the window and I ordered the Three Cheese Flatbread...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I came here, the bf and I sat down, took a look at the menu...went "eh" and decided to leave. Granted, we weren't feeling up to a full meal and we were heading to a movie...Last night...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My Mother is lactose intolerant and I may be as well. My grandmother suggests staying away from red meat to avoid 'the gout.' Upon visiting Ford's Filling Station, I have, on multiple occasions,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely was not impressed by this place. The only good thing is that they serve freshly baked sourdough mini-loaves. Other than that, its just okay. Well, okay except for the dessert portions:...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went for brunch without reading any reviews, and I'm surprised by the harsh ones I'm reading here. Maybe the dinner menu has smaller portions, but I can safely say that none of the brunch entrees...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There we were: a group of four, around 10PM, thirsty and animated and ready for some drinks.We were seated around a high table in the bar area. A friendly bartender immediately came over and greeted...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Fords,My lasting memory from your place was my friend ordering this strange perplexing dish which he said was tasty even though we had no idea what it was. I had the fish and chips.The meal was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's more of a guy's restaurant -- in my opinion. Lot's of burgers, pizza's and charcuterie. I've been here a couple of times, and just like with it's neighbor Fraiche, i've never been impressed. Plus...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh god the beef cheeks. Seriously the most tender piece of meat I've ever had, and perfectly seasoned.
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I should have known when we ordered 6 dishes, asked if it was enough for two and the waiter said it was a good start that we were going to be disappointed. Here's the thing, the food is adequate and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For a "filling station," the portions weren't entirely large for such pricey dishes. A decent selection of flatbreads, cheese, and cured meats. Stay away from the potatoes with cod.. unless you're...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't heard anything amazing about this place, only that it was on an episode of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern. If it made it onto a TV show I figured it should have something decent to offer....
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times and each time the food, service & ambiance are great! My fav is the fried chicken or the pulled pork sandwich (but it's not too flavorful but it's tender & tasty). I also...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Friday night, 8pm .. we sat at the bar.The bartenders we're great, super nice ... they said "delicious" a lot.We ordered the Jidori Chicken with artichoke, the Stuffed bacon-wrapped quail and a side...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I stopped by Ford's Filling Station with a friend last night. We have heard some good things about this place. The food was good, but it's overpriced. The restaurant is nice, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went here a few Sundays back for a long, cava fueled brunch on the way to the airport.I must say that given the rather harsh reviews, the food was pretty tasty. Admittedly nothing earth shattering...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first trip to Ford's was for brunch. And I was quite impressed. I started with a giant cup of very good, rich coffee. Which is a great start for me.I went with the curried eggs benedict. And as any...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy amazingness! Ford's has to be, hands down, one of my favorite restaurant discoveries ever. I stumbled in here on pure chance, looking for a place to dine on a break between shows at Fashion Week....
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Culver City is seriously coming up. Though Ford's has been here forever, it just seems like there is a lot more going on in the area. I really liked the food. The appetizers were particularly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool vibe outside. The food was tasty. Got some oysters, they were great! They were very small, but did not have a stinky flavor and no sand in em either. I really liked those. Then we had one...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You guys are a bunch of haters who are all upset over the fact that this place isn't inexpensive. I can't think of another place in Culver city that offers a similar experience and similar quality...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i love the atmosphere of this place...casual yet very refined. i came here for Dine LA and between me and my friend, we sampled almost everything on the Dine LA menu.i was a huge fan of the sturgeon...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for LA dine week. The decorations were prefect just what I imagined. The service was great the waiters were very attentive. However, the food I was not too impressed. I was expecting...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really like Culver City, and from my understanding the atmosphere has gotten tremendously greater over the past few years.Ford's Filling Station doesn't have bad food, it's just far over-priced, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Culver City has a cool, ultra comfortable vibe and Ford's Filling Station is a great "guy's guy" addition to the restaurant scene. I was fortunate enough to be the guest of a friend of Sous Chef...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ford's is the type of place I'm dying to love. Great ambiance and decor, evidently a following (Chelsea Handler and her crew were dining about three tables down from us), and an enticing menu with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I tried this place for the first time with some friends last night. It was 9:00 p.m. on a Saturday, but we got patio seating by a heatlamp within about ten minutes. Our waitress was adorable and the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been there once. Had the seafood risotto. It was ok, nothign to write home about. I was with a pretty big group of girlfriends and our service was pretty slow. This is what has kept me from...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came with some friends for the Dine LA menu and I was quite impressed with the meal. The garlic rolls are buttery and pillowy soft. If I didn't have a 3 course meal and cheese plate coming, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Warning: I bet you my rating is inflated a bit because dineLA is a major bargain. My friends and I paid $35 a pop for three courses and added a cheese plate and a bottle of wine. Impossible for a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been once but it was good enough. In fact I can't get that dang four cheese flatbread pizza out of my head. And I haven't had a chance to go back to satisfy the ongoing craving but that...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here once. I went recently with a friend for dinner and we each did a variation of the DineLA menu and shared. We had sturgeon confit and grapefruit salad to start, eggplant and pork...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been to Ford's Filling Station twice...once for breakfast and once for dinner. I had their corned beef hash for breakfast and was pretty disappointed. I was expecting a really hearty...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Mediocre food that is over priced (two people for lunch was $60). The lamb gave me indigestion. I recommend going next door to Tender Greens.
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went back for Dine LA menu of sturgeon confit, delicious, pork cheek, ok, and the best butterscotch pudding of all time, ever. It was like teddy bear hugs and sea breezes, enough umami to de-spike a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here to try the DineLA Restaurant Week menu, but was tempted by their brunch menu, which means we'll definitely have to come back. We ordered the Winter Citrus Salad and the Sturgeon Confit...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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i really liked the BAR.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went with a friend who lives near by for lunch, and the food was really good. Their flat bread pizzas were really yummy and so was their burger. Fun place and very relaxed atmosphere.
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ahh...nothing like a tiny ice cream scoop serving of steak tartar and a couple of potato chips reminiscent to a bag of Lays for nearly 20$. Honestly, i could've just bought some raw hamburger meat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was the yearly DineLA event sponsored by Open Table. This is the chance to try new restaurants that offer a 3 course meal for a set price. So first off, I have to say, I love the new downtown...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so I can't really be a fan because I've only been here once. I took a blind date to this place at her suggestion. I've never seen her since but I'll definitely go back to Ford's. The burger is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Started with the white shrimp flatbread, which was delicious. Split pea soup was great. Crispy flattened chicken was great as well. Good crowd, good beer as well. Parking is easy, reservations on...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5, so pricey and a bit overrated!so i came here for the burger. while it was good, it was not worth $16. i asked for medium rare, and it came back medium well to well. not a good sign. BUT despite...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
for over $90, we felt totally ripped off. We felt the dinner was overpriced for what it was. We could have paid half of that and not been as pissed. We had the 3 cheese plate, the chicken with quinoa...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
they have this amazing thin crust pizza with mini shrimps on there. FAB.the other...salad dish - uneventful - the trout, i think it was...i think the menu is meat heavy, so carnivores, go and get...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Much like the majority of the savvy Yelper reviews for Ford's, I find the majority of the menu over-rated and over-priced. But giving 4 stars for Lunch as the flatbreads are amazing and its a great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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Our party of four arrived for dinner and was completely ignored at the door by several staff members. The hostess and waitress (Marie) were so rude and unprofessional that we almost left in disgust before...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
amazing food here! A little pricey, but what's not in LA. The dessert was the best part...Apple crumb pie with home made vanilla ice cream!
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really don't see what all the hype is about. I really don't. I went here once on a date and sat outside. The whole experience reminded me of living in Arlington, VA, in Clarendon to be specific. A...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pork lovers unite! Ford's does not disappoint if you're a fan of the "other white meat."My wife and I went here a few weeks ago after reading an article about Ben Ford. We got in right when they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nice bar and atmosphere, located in downtown Culver City. BUT, the food was just so-so. And expensive. I expected more from Han Solo's son. I guess the prospect of inherited wealth can lead to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Meh. The food was just ok and at least 30% overpriced. $16 for an average pulled pork sandwich that comes with four cocktail gherkins? Eat a bowl of MEH!
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Great example of a name carrying a place. This place is awful. Overpriced and mediocre food. My husband and I went there once and got their special to be shared with 2 people. It was 1 fish split in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great location and atmosphere, decent food but certainly not worth the high prices. Seems like more of an after-work drinks place.I've been here about five or six times since it opened because it's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Ford's Filling Station twice. I had it once, and thought the food was mediocre. I gave it another chance and my initial thoughts were absolutely spot on.If you, your friends, your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Although the food was well prepared, I can't help but clump this restaurant with the other mediocre, over-priced, foofoo Culver City eateries. The restaurant lacks the charm of older Culver City...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for with my now-fiance a couple years back before a Cirque performance. A nice place for a date. Pleasing scenery and the food was delish. We tried the Idaho Brook trout, and the pub...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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I'm a local thats been a regular at this place and they never dissapoint me. Their meat and cheese platters and their flat breads are so good! Whenever a friends comes into town i always bring them here and...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely adore Ford's Filling Station. I've been here several times, and have had the luck of not making any reservations here, seriously. But that may probably be due to the fact that I've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great gastro pub/restaurant. Fresh, organic, and a great menu. The service was great and very accommodating. Small micro brew list, but have some of the best. WIne selection is decent, too. The...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Kobe beef cheeks are out of this world. The Flat bread is fantastic. If you get the chance to go for brunch it some of the best in culver city.
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Terrible. I hate it when you get excited about trying a new restaurant and it completely disappoints you. I knew the reviews were mixed, but I hoped I for the best. I should have listened to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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I went there with my husband and 2 kids.He liked some salami and bread thing.I order fish and chips.It was great,Not so kids friendly They didn't eat anything.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been so excited to come here ever since I saw the place on Iron Chef. But..what a disappointment. The best part were the sides -- the broccolini and the leek mashed potatoes were very good. We...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A restaurant that knows to provide blankets and powerful heat lamps to allow nighttime al fresco dining in December is a winner! We had the pork belly special, the broccolini and kabocha squash...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Wow, I've never heard of duck prosciutto before, have you?"--"Nope!""I thought prosciutto was only made from ham"--"Pig""What did you call me???"--"....prosciutto"In between all of the weird insults...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here once. Just another restaurant to check out -- given Harrison Ford's son's the chef ... why not?Culver City's a bit of a drive and I heard that they have a great burger but I ended...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After our delicious trip to The Cheese Store in Silverlake, we decided to drive across town to Culver City for Korean BBQ. However, this particular Korean BBQ restaurant we wanted to eat at was only...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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Great Food, Good Location, Reasonably Priced, Hot Waitresses. I recommend Ford's. I recently had a business lunch there, and they did a fabulous job. Great salads and good hearty food. Also, it does not hurt...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stopped in for a late afternoon snack of a lemon shrimp and hummus flatbread. Yum! And it looked really good when it came to the table. Nice wine list. The fried chicken was calling us but we couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a couple times and each time found the service lacking, the atmosphere overly loud, and the food just ok. It just doesn't seem worth the price.
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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So the last time I was there...Yikes. Bad Service. Eh food. and even the drinks were (apperently I'm not allowed to say cr*p [*=a] on city search). So Last Sat. my friend really wanted to go, event after I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Little over priced...overrated. Snooty female bartender (the blond one w/glasses) on more than one occasion. The bread and meat appetizer plates are great.
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was tasty. Had the manchego pizza and the pulled pork sandwich. It was a Saturday and they were out of a lot of things like the headcheese and a couple of other items we wanted to try which was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Almost all of you know the timeless story of the Three Little Pigs and their houses of straw, sticks and bricks. Well imagine that story, but Chef Ben Ford of Ford's Filling Station is the big bad...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good food. The pizza - we had some pizza with blue cheese on it - was yummy but super soggy. Very hard to pick up with your hands.The cheese plate was good, but skimpy for the price. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
this place fuckin sucks!
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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I really liked this place. It was a lot more casual than I expected and that was kind of refreshing. I loved the menu and thought the platter of assorted meats and cheeses was awesome. I'm still not brave...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Menu has good selection, decent wine selectionFood was good (might be salty for some)Service was better than average
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pricey and the food is only slightly better than average. The meat/cheese selections are good, but the local competition up the street is noticeably better (Fresch). Over rated, but good atmosphere-...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wayy too pricey for food that gets a just ok rating on a good day. Save your money, save your time and go elsewhere
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one word.......wow. expensive but the flat-iron steak was killer.
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Ford's Filling Station's is fresh and they routinely change their menu. Each time I come, its busy, but I never have to wait longer than 15-20 minutes to get a table without reservations....
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for lunch. The Bloody Mary was quite good. We shared some fried clams - mehhh. Had the strip steak sandwich with horseradish aioli. The steak had hardly any flavor and I definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went for the dessert. It wasn't bad. Out of the 4 desserts we ordered, i really enjoyed the..... Actually, we snuck in some fried clams. Those were killer good. The drinks were strong. The workers...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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Last night was awesome at the filling station. We had a great time sitting at the bar. It was my friend's first time, and he said it felt like we were sitting in his living room. The music selection was...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Place could be so good...good location, great ambiance (inside and outside), decent service and starpower (relationship to Harrison Ford). But, the food...they need a new chef or somethin'!!! Food is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First and foremost, I must say that I LOVE LOVE living in Culver City! Culver Blvd is really becoming such a snazzy little restaurant row and I absolutely love it!Anyway, I tried Ford's last night and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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Ford's Filling Station is one of the best restaurants in Culver City. Great hamburgers and onion rings for the kids. Great delicacies for the adults. Good American Fare done with a great chef's iron touch. A...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for my fiance's brother's birthday. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. First I tried some of the Ford's Pale Ale, the only thing that I didn't like was that the waiter compared it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I was a bit hesitant to try Ford's given the Yelp reviews. The first time I walked past Ford's I was intrigued. Then I found out it was Ford, as in Harrison - Harrison's son is the chef. Then...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The rotisserie-type chicken is OUT OF THIS WORLD. So are the seafood dishes.Indiana Jones' son did right by his dad by opening this restaurant and actually making very high-quality food. It's not a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have to start off by saying the service here is absolutely fantastic but the cost and quality of food isn't really worth it.The chicken came out heavily seasoned but delicious, and the scallops were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The pub burger is the best thing on the menu. Everything I have had has been good, but the burger is the best. They have a more limited "mid-day" menu between lunch and dinner, but the burger is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
don't bring your friends from the UK here, heralding this as one of LA's finest gastropubs... you're likely to get a swift Man U.kick to the groin, er, bollocks. FFS is NOT a gastropub. that term...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After reading yelpers reviews for Ford's my feelings were mixed if it was event worth the trip. I'm sure glad we tried it for ourselves. Arrived on time for an 8:30 reservation on Friday night and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a few times and each time its gotten worse.The waiter messed up our order and we waited over an hour to get our food.Would not have been that bad if the food was worth waiting for ....
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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I'm definitely a foodie, and I enjoy going to all of the local food and wine events in the LA area. I have been lucky enough to have quite a few chats with some big named chefs in this area. So, that is the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've never actually had the opportunity to really check out Downtown Culver City. The area is fantastic. Lots of restaurants with outdoor seating for people watching. Everyone's really chill, some...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place sticks out starkly in my mind as an example of a restaurant that was truly 'under'-whelming. Against my better judgment, I took the advice of an old co-worker (who I've since deemed to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was the first time my wife and I had been to Fords; she got the trout, I got the ribeye. I asked for medium rare, which should have been pink in the center, but it came back medium. Nevertheless,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
With 167 reviews you've probably heard enough about this place so all I can tell you is I've been once and didn't go back. BUT! The food was very good and the ambiance was amazing, the waitstaff...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
we tried eating here a few times sans reservations when we were in the neighborhood, but there was usually a wait, so we went elsewhere. during dineLA, i finally made a reservation for lunch, and was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last night to celebrate my friend Tess's birthday -- her husband Sonny had arranged for a group of us to surprise her there. What a great spot...it is in the heart of downtown Culver...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I like the food, it's overpriced, but good for the occasional fancy diner food craving, but man, that service.I have been a couple times before, where all my experiences have been neither especially...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The first time we went was for their afternoon menu consisting of mostly cured meats and a few things off the lunch menu. We wanted a quick snack and to check out the place. Another opportunity for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had no trouble getting a table outside on a friday night, the crowds seemed to be across the street at Rush Street and Gyenari. This was our first time and we loved it. The people-watching from...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Looking through other reviews, it looks like this place can be hit or miss. When I was there with a small group, it was a hit. Great service, the food was fantastic (seafood fresh, meat cooked to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place. Good solid (comfort) food, full bar, pretty decent service, good atmosphere, nice outdoor patio (I like the side patio better than the front cuz it's quieter). Menu-wise, they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Since I live in Culver City, I'd passed Ford's Filling Station many times...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Server was nice. Food was bad. It was so bad that once my husband took one bite of the STILL COLD meat that was supposed to be a burger, the we called the waiter over and he took the plate off the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I do not recommend this place. There is just nothing about it to tickle your taste buds or stimulate interest, even if it is owned by Harrison Ford's son.Though the host was friendly, the service...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After a trip to Venice Beach, we ambled into Culver City for lunch to escape the tourists, unicyclists, and assorted wacky characters. After browsing at the Farmer's Market, we decided on lunch at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here three times now, I like the location, the outdoor seating, and overall design of the place, but I am consistently not floored by the service and food. It is not cheap, and perhaps...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yuck. What can I say that has not been said already? The food is downright disgusting (not just undercooked...the chicken was red/pink), the service is slow and just plain BAD. Both glasses of wine...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't go here for the food. Goat Loin is not really my thing. But I love to sit at the bar or out on the patio and have drinks. They have Stone Porter on tap. Great location.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
overpriced, over hyped, bland food. The shrimp po-boy tasted like mayo sandwich.(it had no mayo, it was doused with greek goddess) The pulled pork sandwich was better, but still bland. (the first time...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ford's Filling Station has excellent food. I only wish they had more of it. Every time I come here I find myself struggling to find anything on their menu that I truly want to eat. It's kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There are so many choices in downtown Culver City now (with more places about to open soon) and I always have to wonder on whether I'd come back to this place. From the other reviews, it seems like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Upscale gastropub located in the charming downtown of my own town, the beautiful Culver City. Yes, yet another restaurant within stumbling distance of my abode. I'm happy. If you like cured meats and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The garlic bread they give you is soooo yummy and soft and garlicy! They're shaped like mini baguettes. I liked the cured meats as well. I ordered the pub burger. It was good but I thought the blue...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the place is cute.i tried the scallops and it was delicious.the flat bread pizza is pretty good.the split pea soup was not.service was good.
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Admittedly, I've not made it beyond the cured meats, cheese, olives and salads - I'm a nibby-food person who needs a little sustenance while drinking (big grin). If you're feeling a little fancy,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We met a couple of friends there last night. Service was bright, smiley, and twinkley - very helpful. The mixological cocktails were different and well made. (I had a cucumber/minty gin chill with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum.now i know what you're thinking: "not another gastro pub." but c'mon people, comfy, familiar food done in a modern, not completely wallet-debilitating way. And the space is easy and comfortable in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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You know how you find a place and want to back again and again because there's always something new - and it's always good? Well, I found my place in LA...and here are my thoughts. I was in LA for 10 days - 5...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went was just to get a drink. It was so packed I couldn't get to the bar so I left. The second time I went was to actually try the food since it was so busy the first time. We got...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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My fiance and I went here last night for the first time. I can't say enough good things about it. I had the flat iron steak. It was cooked to perfection. Fiance had the special, sturgeon, which was amazing. It...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked the concept of this place it's pretty simple.Good selection of alcoholic beverages meat cheese assortment of tasty rich desserts.Who could say no to that? I did enjoy my dinner at this...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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After a long business meeting, stopped at Ford's for a quick dinner before an...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With so many great restaurants in Culver City these days, why go to Ford's? Because they've still serving some of the better food in the area. It'd be easy to pass up Ford's because it's crowded and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
(bordering on four stars...)Like father, like son...well, almost. You won't get rescued from the Germans, have a sexy love scene, or ride off into the sunset, but you'll sure get a good meal. Ford's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went in for a drink at about 10:00. Still pretty busy inside. Waited a few minutes and then scored a seat at the bar. Bartender was decent (don't know name but she had short dark hair) but you could...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Probably one of, if not the biggest letdown restaurant I've ever suffered. Why is this place such a big deal? The food is overpriced, mediocre, and service is horrifically slow the first and only...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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This is a great place to take your kids. The atmosphere is great and so is the food. I enjoyed the burgers and the prices are not bad either.The staff was attentive and took care of us.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ford's Filling Station is located in the up and coming Culver City. I live nearby and have always to go out in CC to check it out. We decided as a group of four to roll out and check it out. I was a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We must have had the gods with us the night we went, because not only did we actually find a parking space on a Saturday night in downtown Culver City (though I'm fairly certain it shaved a year off...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Ford's Filling Station has a casual and nice atmosphere. The decor is comfortable and interesting. They have great burgers. One of their specialties is cured meats. The staff was pretty kid friendly during our...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can't really explain the draw of this place. We showed up at 8p on Saturday night w/no reservations. The wait - 20 minutes. Not bad. We waited outside. 4 open tables. Watched a group of 4 move...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's like they Google'd me and knew my favorite things. Eggplant and Burrata cheese. Oh my. Put it on a sandwich, serve it with mustard coated potatoes on the side, and call it a day. Unfortunately,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here late last night for dinner and was surprised to see the interior of this place seeming very uppity for no good reason. That being said, the food was surprisingly good although that would...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ever gone to a fancy fine-dining restaurant and thought--Boy, this food is delicious, but why does the atmosphere have to be so stuffy? Well, it doesn't have to be. You can have that fancy food in a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Usually on everyone's list to try, Father's Office has become a nuisance to go to. The microbrews and the much ballyhooed burger is worthy of accolades, the wait and the seating is just about unbearable. A...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The big selling point for me here was the Indiana Jones angle. I mean, Indiana Jones' son runs a restaurant? I was pretty sure I'd have to evade some traps and punch out some nazis to get a table....
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The ambience of this place is very modern and trendy for Culver City. You'd expect to find a place like this on 3rd St. or Melrose. This place is usually crowded, especially at night. I decided to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
cool location, good place for a small business lunch, but don't get the steak tartar. you'll pay severely later.
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I heard a lot of good things about Ford's, so I decided to go down and try it out with my girlfriend. We went on a Thursday evening, it wasn't too crowded and were seated quickly. After looking the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I will admit that about 1/4 of the reason I come here is on the off chance that I will run into Indiana Jones himself sitting at the bar while snacking on some sort of delectible cured meat. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to preface this by saying I was there for lunch which means I have lower expectations than if I had gone for dinner.I liked the menu and the casual atmosphere of this place.We split the smoked...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This isn't fine dining; it's fun dining done well. Ford's is an American 'gastropub' where the food is simple, straightforward and well above average. Fancy? No. Pricey? Depends on your budget....
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Heard Great reviews about this place...and the article on LA Times certainly did something cuz by the time I got there with two friends, I was seriously determined to wait 45-60 minutes on a Friday...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went there today for a family get together. Culver City has some great restaurants and this is one of them. This is just my first time there but Ford's has got a great comfortable feeling to it. Big...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't entirely thrilled with this place. I went here for lunch and thought the food was over priced and kind of mediocre. It seemed the place was too hip for it's own good.
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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Ford's is the anchor of what I call the New Culver City. This is a great restaurant with a laid back vibe and amazing food. Ben Ford (Harrison's son) has created an eclectic American food menu with dishes...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Quite possibly the WORST!!!! service I have ever received anywhere.I went to Ford's last month with a few co-workers, for LA's restaurant week. What began as a fun little trek away from the office,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great beer and great flat bread pizza things. I've been here a few times and its definitely one of the highlights of this strip in culver city.I think the food is a little overpriced for what it is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The reviews posted for this place are way out of line. The food is incredibly tasty and the quality of the ingredients is probably among the top in the city. I really dig this place and have been...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think this place deserves so many negative reviews... although it certainly doesn't deserve gushing praise either. This is a pretty decent place. I've gone twice and I'd be totally down to go...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, this place is popular because the owner/chef is Henry Ford's son, who brought his assembly-line cuisine from Detroit! Yeah, that's the ticket! I like to bring my wife, Morgan Fairchild, here....
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place for drinks and appetizers. The meat and cheese platter is to die for. The dinner was OK but nothing to write home about. VERY pricey ... dinner for two, One appetizer, entree,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This spot is a bit overrated. I think its due to the fact that its owned by Henry Ford's son...but other than that....expect a very long wait with random menu options. You can either get cured meats...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for taste.3 stars for having prices so high that I can only go again if my in-laws come back into town. The menu is a bit user-UNfriendly; it's a weird size, heavy, and the descriptions...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Having passed by Ford's Filling Station more than once, I was excited to finally go in a check it out. I had heard from a friend that this restaurant was, in fact, owned by Harrison Ford's son, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food is prety good - not great.We sat outside - I didn't like the layout of the outside seating.It made you forget that you were eating at a nice establishment.The service was mediocre too.We had the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's hard to write an exciting review of a three star place. Two stars and you can be scathing... four stars and you can sing tra la la praises. Three stars is kind of like "eh." Sure, if you said...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
When walking into this place, we were (kind of) greeted by an 18 y/o hostess who was perched up on the back half of the hostess stand, legs propped up, IN A DRESS, snapping away at her bubblegum. we...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I give it 3 stars b/c I've had different experiences here. The service is sub-par but the first time was outright obnoxious. They lost my reservation for dinner and when I told them, the host was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have periodically stopped into Ford's filling station since they opened. I have been there a total of 4 times and unfortunately, the 4th time is the last. Let's start with seating. We were a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Easy, free parking, OK food, horrible service.Having heard mostly mediocre things about this restaurant from blogs and friends, I went against my better judgement and decided to give it a try for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was fun!Aaron provided great service and all the entrees were excellent. Especially the flattened chicken. The flat iron steak and the brook trout were also very good. But the apple...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Overall, great place. I was really surprised given it was Harrison Ford's son. I thought it would be more hype, but the meal was great. I little on the high end to just grab drinks after work, but you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place for lunch. I would not really consider it for dinner, as it is more of an "eatery" than a real restaurant.Very simple but good, healthy food is served in a very convenient location in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed the food. Roasted beet salad? Absolutely to die for. Polenta cake? Unreal. So, so good. It was a food symphony. Yes, that amazing. Based on the food: I'll relent and give 3...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a waitress, so I have a fairly high tolerance for bad service because I tend to sympathize with the waitstaff. When a food server makes a blunder I'm reminded of my own blunders in the past, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I actually liked this place until about a week ago when I realized that it was not really worth it. The service has been one of the worst, and its unfortunate because the waiters are cool and you can...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Last week, my husband & I went to Ford's for a special lecture/dinner entitled, ?What the hell is a Gastropub?? The evening featured true gastropub dishes (too many to list here!) & special guest, Peter...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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We went for lunch and arrived wet (it was raining) and bedraggled. The hostess took one look at my droopy 10 year old and led us to the totally empty patio. I got the message and protested. She told me the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Mediocre food, mediocre service overpriced = below average. Rest assured, I don't flinch at a $20 burger; but it just better "wow" me. My $20 fish and chips were disappointing, as was everything...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm puzzled by the reviews that criticize the food. I went for dinner last night and found the food to be truly excellent--and I'm the sort of person who tends to be underwhelmed by the food at...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another snooty and mediocre American restaurant in Los Angeles. Don't be fooled by the ridiculous prices--the food is unoriginal, boring and limp in your mouth. Fords is full of starlet waiters...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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i wanted this place to be cool. but the beer is lame, the bar staff is lame. the food is good -- on occasion. we need good bars in cc, so come on fords, get it together.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Damn you, Ford's. You really only deserve a 2. I shouldn't be giving you that 3, because this is about the overall experience, which was good but not as good as it should have been for all the hype...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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great food! not a huge menu.,but everything on it is good (obviously haven't had everything, but that would be my guess.) optimal location in dowtown!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this place is too hoity toity for me and my friends. not sayin we are sophisticated 25 years olds but really it took us awhile to even pronounce the stuff on the menu. the only reason i gave an extra...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's weird that a restaurant can be unanimously and consistently mediocre. How do they maintain bad service so effectively? How do they disregard the constant barrage of commentary on the blandness of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Perhaps, I enjoyed this place so much because it was date night. I have wanted to try this place for awhile since we live in the area and always go to Tender Greens and stare at the patrons of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with a friend of mine and we had a great time. The waiter was very attentive and honest with us, and our food was really good. We had a deli plate and a cheese plate and when we didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm moving to Culver City and I wanted to check out some restaurants in the area. So I ended up at Ford's Filling Station. I agree with everyone on here. Don't waste your time, way over-priced for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Eh.That sums up my impression of this place. I think it is trying to be more than it should be. I stared at the menu for quite some time and couldn't figure out what to order. My delay was because...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't waste your time. I went here twice just to give them another chance but I have never been impressed. The fish and chips was kinda bland and extremely over priced. The Meatloaf was good but $17,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I met up with my cousin and her new husband in Culver City the day after Thanksgiving. We figured we'd get a bite before a movie. I had heard the negative reviews of Ford's Filling Station but I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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Culver City is the new Abbot Kinney. It is totally european with everyone sitting outside having drinks and cheese. The food isn't very inventive, but they do the standards great.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Strange that a place with such bad reviews was packed with happy patrons. I personally thought that the restaurant was tastefully decorated and had a nice energy about it. The brick walls and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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I loved their signature cocktails and their menu had a good variety. We sat in the outdoor patio but we strolled through the inside and the bar area is pretty neat. Would definitely go back!
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's just not that good. It's frustratingly bad in some ways. And Harrison's son is really nice. You want to like it...but I've had two meals there and I'm sorry to say it, but the chicken at Honey's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was pretty good but the service was not so hot. It was lunch time so you would think they would be on the ball services all the studio people but alas I guess they didn't care. I might give...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
rating: 4.5 (out of 10)Wow, it looks like a lot of people have already written this place off. I guess I can't really say anything to change that. I'll share my insights into the place. The overall...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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Really good food. The place is dark and fun. It's owned by Harrison Ford's son and he is a great chef.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
my friends and i sat at a tealight-lit table outside, surrounded by the chatter and clinking silverware of other diners and the busy-ness of culver blvd behind us. ford's has a pleasant, comfortable...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food - Cured meats (copa and speck) and cheese (petite basque) were fine but not as spectacular like at Mozza. Beef cheeks were cooked to great tenderness much like a good pot roast - obviating the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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My boyfriend and I had never been so we checked it out on Friday night. The restaurant was packed and the wait was too long for a table so we decided to eat dinner at the bar. The two female bartenders were...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The worst meal I have had in years. While the stuffed tilapia was delightful, the filet of lamb was inedible. When we brought this to the waiter's attention he said 'sorry' and scurried away. He did...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
81 REVIEWS?I'll be brief:1. Overpriced2. Pretentious3. Mediocre
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
one star is for the burger. yes, it's a Father's Office knockoff at a much higher price, but what gourmet burger in LA these days doesn't try to aspire to grow up to be the excellent FO burger? the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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Ate her based on reviews alone, ordered apps at the bar, good service, loud room, good casual decor. the shrimp pizza was terrible, and the salad was boring and bland. I would return for drinks but not the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally made it for lunch today...was decidedly looking forward to it. Delivered? Not really. Wasn't bad, just very lackluster and semi sloppy. As if the buzz has worn off and few people care anymore...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
THE BURGER! I finally satisfied my curiosity and checked out Ford's Filling Station a few days ago. We were on a bizarre time line for the day and could only go in the late afternoon and needed...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I read about this place, so I checked it out. The food was good, but I really think its way over priced. The fish and chips "BOMB". I dont think I'll be going back.
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of ppl hate this place so I'll try to make it short:Place was nearby where I lived and read a lot of good reviews so I couldnt wait to try it outI had made reservations 2 weeks in advance, but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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Having read lots about Ford's Filling Station on a walk around Culver City we thought we would try it. I ordered the fish and chips and my friend ordered a burger. The fish was greasy and pretty boring...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So here's my review for Ford's Filling Station.Decor: 1 Star (of 1)Either you have it or you don't, and this place has it. The decor in this building was beautiful to my architecturally pleased eye....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
* if i could give this place zero stars, i would.i took my sister and her friend for dinner, sooooo not worth it.the only good things were the service, the garlic bread, and the flat bread. each of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
yaaaawwwnnnn...i'm so uninspired by ford's all i can say is: overrated. overpriced.
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for the first time with my boyfriend this past Thursday night and I have to say that this place EXCEEDED my expectations! A friend was not too impressed with the place so I wasn't quite...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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My husband and I went here on a date and luckily we made reservations bc the place was hopping. Though we were seated quickly due to our reservations our server didn't approach us for our drink or food order...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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I was visiting girlfriends in LA and my friend lived just a few blocks from here so when I got into town we went here first. The food was good and the service too, but it seemed a bit overpriced. It wasn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been there twice to see what the buzz is all about. This place has very brisk business. Even on a weekday evening the patio and the tables inside are almost always full, so you better get a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm sad to see that there are so many negative reviews about this place. I've gone there several times, mostly on a friday night, and have always been very satisfied. The service has always been great...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I had dinner here last night on a Saturday. At first the place was hard to find. Right next door to Honey Kettle Chicken *i've been the chickan place and few times and never noticed this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
well... firstly, i'm not one of those ringer reviewers called in to boost the ratings and given the vast range of opinions on this place, i'll try to be comprehensive so you can let the force guide...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went to college with a lot of guys who liked to wear designer jeans and button downs and whip out their cell phones at any opportunity so they could publicly pad their image. These were mostly the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place was such a disappointment.I just didnt really get it.The menu is weird. You order like 10 slices of salami? what?The cheese is seperate? you have to order bread too? lame.The flatbread was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I looove this place - the drinks, service, food - everything is so friendly and good. My favorite entree so far is the fish & chips (so delectable - perfectly fried, fresh, quality fish accompanied...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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My friends and I are hard to please! Found that the food was very, very fresh, perfectly prepared, neither over seasoned nor under seasoned and servers were accommodating and agreeable. Nice mix of children...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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With summer still in full swing, there is nothing more enjoyable than stopping by Ford's. Capitalizing on his use of fresh ingredients in keeping with the season, Chef Ford & his talented kitchen staff never...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Who knew Culver City would become so cool? Ford's Filling Station definitely has the location thing locked down. Not so much the food. There's more hype than substance here. And although the menu items sound...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What a lively place but too bad the food was not as exciting. I went on a warm summer Friday night and the place was beginning to fill. We didn't have reservations but were seated rather quickly.I had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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They had a great tuna confit dish served in a jar with crusty bread and rock salt. It was amazing!! We tried the Kobe sliders and duck taquitos - both were outstanding. This is now officially my new Friday...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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I went into Fords for lunch today. The place was soooo packed but the hostess told us we could eat at the bar if we wanted to. My friend and I ended up having what is considered to be one of LA's best burgers....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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Disappointing---I had to laugh when ,in your sign-up instructions you ask me if this is my first "massage." No, but it is my first "mEssage."Being a foody, I have been to many fine restaurants. I have a taste...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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Due to numerous recommendations and Ben Ford's impressive culinary resume, I expected much more from FFS. Pros first: the decor is warm, and the hostesses were friendly. This was, however, by far the worst...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This gets one extra star for being in my neighborhood. It's perhaps the finest restaurant in perhaps the finest city in America. I've tried a few things and they are all good. The best is the fish...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I must live on charmed soil, or Han Solo Jr. must like me, because I have never had a bad meal at Ford's. I've been there at least seven times for everything from dates, to dinner with the rents, to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place (though looking at others' reviews, I guess I'm alone in that...). Service was realllly bad when they first opened (the grumpiest and rudest hostess in town, at the time), but it's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Ford's Filling Station (FFS) with some of my girlfriends the other evening for dinner. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I've always seen lots of people there and lots of people should mean...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hey, I had a good time here! The special of the day, Seared Albacore Nicoise, was tasty and my Pinot worked out alright. Fine, fine, fine I'll dish some funny out...So I met a friend here for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Service is friendly but slow and inattentive. The food is wildly inconsistent. One day my burger, which was good once, came after twenty minutes, dry and overcooked. At that point I was late and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a late lunch with a friend and we sat in the patio under the sun. It was super relaxing. We were seated right away. Our grapefruit basil martinis were excellent. The menu was a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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A group of friends and I have been determined to find some great places in town. Well this is one of them. I really had a good time at this bar. The bartenders were awesome and the place had a really cool...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had the kobe beef cheeks, and found it to be the most tender beef I have ever had. I've had kobe before, but I guess not the cheeks. It was actually disturbingly tender because it did not require...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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I just clicked into the site and it looks like today the new site went up for Ford's! It is awesome - gives you the feel and texture of the restaurant itself.....makes me hungry.....for a great porcetta...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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I can not say enough good things about this place. I absolutely love it!!! Great food, service and drinks! If you sit outside, they'll even offer you a blanket to keep you warm. I'd go there everyday if I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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I went here for dinner last night and had the special sturgeon and a flatbread as app, which was too thin, like a cracker, but the dessert was fabu, a peach tartlet of some sort with peach ice cream. You can...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was really excited to check out a new-to-me place with a decent rep. It was a girls' night out, and God knows I needed one.I met up at FFS and we were seated fairly quickly, on the heated, enclosed...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got to try this place but only because Fraiche wasn't open for dinner on Monday. So basically, this was Plan B. It was kinda chilly and we had to sit outside since we didn't have reservations. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I lived in a microscopic apartment two blocks south of the Helms Bakery for six years. We were part of the new gentrification of Culver City which now includes "restaurant row" along...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
NOT GOOD. i was so disappointed. the food was definitely subpar. came here a couple times after work for drinks. the wine wasn't bad, but it was a little warm. have also eaten lunch and dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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the food is very simple , not that creative but it is a good place to meet and hang out with people .Charcuterie is good , the cheese platter need work .the staff is friendly and the place is cute
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not impressed. Not.impressed.Went with some girlfriends a few months ago and once again...not impressed.Service was atrocious. We could have picked what we wanted, went shopping for ingredients, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Talk about disappointing! I gave it two chances because it had so much promise. There are some restaurants where bad service is worth dealing with because the food is so amazing, this ain't one of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
F.Y.I. Culver City does not cater to the Monday night drinking crowd. I did not know that. Being from Hollywood I am accustomed to boozing holes being open till last call every night of the week. My...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Had a wonderful time here recently (after a very bad experience at Bottlerock) - the food, service and atmosphere of this place totally cheered me up. Tom (the bartender) made us great vodka martinis and was...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
DELISH flatbread pizzas and some insane tasting cheese on a strater salad makes me give this place 4 stars - the high-ish prices and just-okay service kept me from giving it the full monty, because I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here a few weeks ago for a birthday. I had read all of the Yelp reviews and frankly I was skerred! It's very cute inside. Noisy but not so noisy you can't be heard. The water was thankfully not...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience there was terrible. My second experience there was terrible. Everything people have said on yelp was true(I hadn't read it before either)Finally the third time it was great, and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I don't normally give unpleasant reviews but I would have to say that I just wasn't that impressed. I went there with a good friend, and if it wasn't for her company, I would have downright hated it....
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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I just had the best experience at this restaurant. I came in for a beer and a late lunch and I ended up pulling one of their books off of their book shelf and stayed there for the afternoon reading and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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We had the most amazing 3 course meal here last Thursday. We shared the burrata/prosciutto salad - it was very good and a HUGE portion. I had the appetizer special of the day - steamed clams, which was more...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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I like to go in to Ford's a couple times a week and sit at the bar. Most of the time I eat and it is quite good. I had thought about writing them a review in the past but felt compelled after my meal last...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
ick. i was really looking forward to trying this place. i wish i had skipped it. it looks like it'll be cool and i've read good things and it had so much hype but still, having read some pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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Seriously, I don't get all the good reviews about this place. I guess if you like overpaying for average food, bad service, long wait and pretentious menu then this is the place for you. Other than that,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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Went to FFS for the first time last Saturday. My friend had raved about the steamed clam special, which we ordered one each of, plus a duck salad to share, and drinks. The clams would have been OK if not for...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ford's Filling Station is one of my favorite local places. It's walking distance from where I live, which makes it convenient. The food is good but is a bit overpriced. I like the ambiance of the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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My wife and I love this place. Can get busy on the weekends, we actually prefer going during the week. Such a great atmosphere, teriffic food, and a solid staff. I totally recommend checking this place out oh...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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rustic minimal vibe, friendly staff, good cocktails (one of the rare places that have both fresh caipirhinia AND mojitos)! Only had Shrimp flatbread app at the bar and not a full dinner so can't say much on...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
rustic minimal vibe, friendly staff, good cocktails (one of the rare places that have both fresh caipirhinia AND mojitos)! Only had Shrimp flatbread app at the bar and not a full dinner so can't say...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live around the corner from all the new Culver City restaurants and Ford's is probably one of my favorites. I love the vibe inside and the fact that you can watch what's happening in the kitchen....
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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Great food! The servers are very knowledgeable. Bringing sexyback to Culver City. Go ahead and be gone wit it.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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For the price we paid, the food was okay. It's a hip "In" place. Waitress was excellent and friendly. Kobe Beef was okay -- but for $32, it was too mushy to actually taste what made Kobe Beef so famous. Wine...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The ambience of the restaurant is very cool and relaxed, but seemingly chic and definitely up to par with other LA establishments. The fish and chips was a bit too oily for my taste and I started...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Question mark in my head why this place is so packed. The rest was packed from the patio to the alley. We were walking to get some yummy fried chicken next store which i will yelp about it later. We...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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I have been to FFS at least a dozen times and I have to say that this place rocks! The atmosphere has a chill vibe that is very relaxing. My favorite entrees are the Polenta Cake, Crispy Chicken Breast, Lamb...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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Wow! This place is saturated with coolness. Great beers on tap and a nice wine/cocktail menu, too. The Pub Burger is my favorite entree. Highly Recommended!!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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The Pub Burger, Crispy Chicken, Fish 'n Chips, and Brook Trout are some of the best entrees at this establishment. The staff is wonderful as well as helpful. Be sure to make reservations AT LEAST a day or two...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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We went here last night with a bunch of friends and were extremely impressed. The appetizers were amazing (oysters, clams, flatbread, burrata salad, etc.). This place is known for their meat, but they...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As my friend and I are eating our way through the Zagat guide, this was one of our "go to" destinations. With all the hype and reviews, how could we pass this one up.You kind of can. The place is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the company i had was great...food was OK.
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I met a friend here for an after-work dinner. Because I read the other reviews here, I didn't even bother with the wine. The atmosphere was good - my friend and I were able to chat away without loud...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lately, I have been on the great LA burger search and Ford's was on my hit list so I had to give it a try (after I dropped my dog @ Rover Kennels - read review)!Anyhow, not a bad experience. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Who knew this was owned by Harrison Ford's son? Not me, and that's the kitch factor I suppose. What would a place owned by Harrison Ford's son look like, what types of Ford genes come down through...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So i've been to Ford's about 3 to 4 times and each time i've been the food has been solid. I had the trout which was excelent the 2 times that i had it. The beef cheeks were good as well, although...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They're really nice, they have a unique menu (literally - it's physically unique) but I couldn't really find much to satisfy me, as a rather health-conscious eater. Everything is saturated in butter,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Steph's review and it is hard to disagree with Emperor Yelper because everything she has turned me onto has been right on but I guess "your mileage can vary" at Ford's as I have had GREAT...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Stylish interior design. Nice ambience. Although it gets crowded, there is a very nice little bar inside and pleasant outdoor seating.Good olives and cured meats. Most of the food not as exciting as...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to like this place. The atmosphere is great as well as the service and I enjoyed the sidewalk dining. It really helps to breath life into downtown Culver City. BUT, I had a hard time...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been twice. A year apart. Both times great.Had a reservation twice. Late twice by at least 15 minutes. Both times they were full, yet somehow got us in with minimal fuss. And without making us feel...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2007
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I love chocolate. I love clams. I love chicken. Ford's has all the food I like. The chicken was very good. It was moist with a little crunch from the coating. The clams were as good as the fried ones down at...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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Shrimp cocktail, fried clams and chocolate dessert!!!!! The best place to go in Culver City. I want to go back to try the chicken.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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My ex-girlfriend just raves about this place and I finally decided to find out why. So I stopped in. Now I know why she loves it. I thought I was a great cook and could mix and match flavors and textures, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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I can?t say enough good things about this restaurant; it has a warm inviting space, very helpful and attentive serving staff and most importantly, delicious food. I stopped by for dinner on Wednesday and wound...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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What an interesting place! Last night was my first visit but I will be back! I ordered the flattened chicken and wasn't disappointed. The portion was large enough that I took some home. I've never seen...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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I just had the Shrimp Cocktail in a spicy tomato chutney last night! Mmmm Mmmm Great! Tender, firm shrimp smothered in a tangy topping made with fresh horseradish. (Could add a little more of that for my...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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With summer still in full swing, there is nothing more enjoyable than stopping by Ford's. Capitalizing on his use of fresh ingredients in keeping with the season, Chef Ford & his talented kitchen staff never...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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I was really concerned about the mixed reviews and have to say they are mixed in our family too. While many reviewers touted the fish and chips, I thought they were poor for the price. Coating was too doughy,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my first forays in to this burgeoning area of Culver City. Over the past few years, they have been renovating/developing the area in the vain of Old Town Pasadena. Not really my favorite sort...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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I love restaurants with amazing food, yet it hasn't gone to their heads. The hotesses and waiters are so friendly, not the least bit pretentious. The food is delicious...the butter leaf lettuce is a nice way...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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I was a little hesitant to try FFS after some of the reviews I read here but last night I went to the restaurant for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. We had reservations on Valentine's Day at...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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I had heard some mixed reviews but was looking forward to checking it out for myself. The main room is inviting and cozy. The wines by the glass were lovely. Sadly, I was underwhelmed by the food. The butter...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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I had heard great things about the Fords Filling Station, then when I went there I had the unfortunate luck of dining a table away from a celebrity. Needless to say I hated my time while the celebrity looked...
menupages.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ford's is fairly good but I prefer Beacon just down the street because the food is more consistent and the prices are more reasonable. However, Ford's has a bigger (and usually crowded) bar so I guess...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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I went in for lunch and got a table for three inside with just a little wait. The food was ok but the service was a bummer. The receptionists and servers act like they feel like Westside stepchildren.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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I went to Ford's last month after wanting to visit the restaurant since it first opened. In summary, what I can tell you is KNOW WHAT YOU'RE GETTING INTO AND BE PREPARED. First of all, if you're patronizing...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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My girlfriends and I tried Ford's Filling Station for the first time on a weekday and loved it, so when my husband wanted to go out on saturday night I suggested we go there. We made reservations for 8pm,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I read all the reviews on Ford's before dining there, I might have just gone to Honey's Kettle Chicken next door. However, my experience at Ford's was excellent. I read the LA time's review (2...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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Absolutely wonderful place in my hometown!!! One of my favorite places to go. Nice ambiance and the Pork Porterhouse is to die for. The appetizers (meats and cheeses) were delicious - I let the server select....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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We hung out at the bar all night ? playing backgammon while eating lots of great food and wine. I had the rabbit which had chunks of artichokes and some sort of yummy sauce. My boyfriend had the porchetta...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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We went to Ford's last Saturday night. It was my second time dining there. Though my first visit was not very enjoyable (the food was cold and bland, the service slow), my friends wanted to go, so I agreed....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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I must start with the dessert....it was delicious. Did you even know there was such a thing as chocolate creme brulee??? Well...I didn't and I am so glad I had my first taste of it at ford's. It was so crispy...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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It was so busy at Ford's last night on what turned out to be a very rainy night. Fords was really crowded trying to accomodate for the rain delay. It was kind of fun huddling in such a cozy spot with groovy...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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The first I went I had a great meal. Service was prompt, and the food was great. Not too much, not to little. So then, my parents came in town and I called to make a reservation. They didn't open until 5pm,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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I ordered the crispy flattened chicken which was DELICIOUS. I liked this place a lot - its so cool without trying to be at all. The music is great - the vibe is awesome. I had a great time here.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2007
