Alcove is a favorite of young, artsy Los Feliz natives and of mine. Introduced to me by my mother (who knew she was such a hipster?), the cobb salad swept me off my feet and the red velvet cupcakes topped with rich, decadent cream cheese frosting made me swoon. The atmosphere is chic and so very LA. Come and peak hours (lunch any day, brunch on the weekends) and you will be eyeing the packed garden for a table while waiting in a line. Though the food IS worth the wait, come after 9pm (it is open til 11 everyday) and the true ambiance and unique vitality of the location and food can be truly appreciated. Alcove is a bakery and cafe housed in a historic bungalow surrounded by garden patios and terraces. Intimate, shabby chic decor completes the picture. Favorites:
1. Love notes-- at the small, oak table for 2 in the building toward the back, people over the years have placed notes into the drawers. These notes are random and can embrace a wide range of topics from lessons learned, hopes, fears, likes, dislikes, ETC. Take a peak, they are brilliant.
2. Candied walnuts on the house salad
3. Organic, Egyptian chamomile tea-- add in a stick a honey and a soothing elixir that can make you forget all your worries and anxieties emerges
4. Turkey burger--Make sure you choose blue cheese to go with it!
5. CREPES--need I say more? From sweet and full of fruits & nutella to savory, you will be satisfied and begging for more!
Alcove itself is an alcove so do not miss it! Located right in Los Feliz on Hillhurst!
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