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Photo courtesy of Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel
Photo courtesy of Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel
Photo courtesy of Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel

Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel

Item: Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel
Author: Jenny Peters

Cuisine: American, European, French

Price Range: $$

10Best Says

Mornings at Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel have a distinctly French touch, at the breakfast buffet that welcomes guests and locals alike. There's a wealth of tasty treats to be had, with a special focus on kids. Begin with the French corner for charcuterie and cheese, including saucisson, cornichons and three different cheeses, then choose from a wide assortment of other foods. There's the Bagel Bar with salmon, capers and cream cheese, or the hot display with eggs, potatoes, sausages, bacon and more. Kids will adore the Le Petit Prince corner (inspired by the famous book), featuring sheep- and fox-shaped pancakes, coloring books and other delights. Be sure to choose a comfortable table out on the patio, where the famous California sun is usually keeping things warm and cozy, even in the middle of the winter.

Address:

8555 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Phone:

310-358-3979

Website:

esterelrestaurant.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Jenny Peters
Los Angeles Local Expert

Buffet: "If you're not headed to work, go for the bottomless Mimosas for $18 for a perfect pairing with your breakfast buffet."

Best for Buffet Because: With its central location and pretty outdoor garden tables, the Esterel at the Sofitel Hotel is a great spot to start a day in L.A.

Dinner Menu
- Hot Appetizers
  
  Fasolia Gigandes
  
  Greek "giant" beans sauteed with fresh red onions, tomatoes and Greek herbs ($8.00)
  
  Spanakopitakia
  
  traditional crisp fillo pastry filled with spinach, Greek feta, green onions & dill ($10.00)
  
  Tyropitakia
  
  traditional crisp fillo pastry filled with assorted Greek cheeses ($10.00)
  
  Keftedes
  
  herbed Greek meatballs served with tzatziki ($12.00)
  
  Kalamaria
  
  deep fried crispy squid served with a tomato herb sauce ($13.00)
  
  Saganaki
  
  kefalotyri cheese flambeed tableside with Metaxa cognac ($15.00)
  
  Octopadi
  
  grilled octopus drizzled with red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil ($15.00)
  
  Feta Tou Fourno
  
  baked Greek feta with roasted red bell pepper and Greek herbs ($12.00)
- Cold Appetizers
  
  Tzatziki
  
  imported Greek yogurt shredded cucumbers, fresh dill and garlic ($7.00)
  
  Hummus
  
  pureed chickpeas blended with sesame tahini, garlic and lemon juice ($7.00)
  
  Feta & Olives
  
  imported Greek feta, kalamata olives, fresh oregano finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ($10.00)
  
  Melitzanosalata
  
  roasted eggplant diced with sweet onion, fresh tomato, garlic and Greek herbs ($8.00)
  
  Taramosalata
  
  traditional preserved caviar spread ($8.00)
  
  Dolmathes Yalantzi
  
  rice & fresh herbs rolled in grape leaf served with tzatziki ($7.00)
- Soups
  
  Vegitarian Soup of the Day
  
  ($6.00)
  
  Avgolemono
  
  traditional chicken-lemon soup with orzo pasta ($7.00)
- Salads
  
  Horiatiki
  
  traditional Greek salad with tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, onions, kalamata olives, imported Greek feta served with Greek house dressing ($12.00)
  
  Prassini
  
  chopped hearts of romaine with fresh dill, green onions, kalamata olives & imported Greek feta served with Greek house dressing ($9.00)
  
  Elliniki
  
  a presentation of both the Prassini & Horiatiki salad served with Greek house dressing ($4.00)
  
  Horta
  
  dandelions tossed with E.V.O.O lemon juice & red wine vinegar ($7.00)
- Seafood
  
  Salonika Shrimp
  
  sauteed jumbo shrimp in a tomato-herb sauce with imported Greek feta on a bed of rice ($26.00)
  
  Bacaliaros
  
  sauteed Greek white fish in a roasted pepper-tomato sauce topped with imported Greek feta, and sweet onions served with rice and horta ($26.00)
  
  Tsipura
  
  whole wild seabream marinated and grilled served with rice & horta ($32.00)
  
  Lavraki
  
  whole Greek Bass marinated and Grilled served with rice and horta ($42.00)
- Souvlaki (Skewers)
  
  Chicken Souvlaki
  
  marinated grilled chicken breast skewered with sweet onion and peppers served with rice and asparagus ($18.00)
  
  Lamb Souvlaki
  
  marinated grilled lamb skewered with sweet onion and peppers served with rice and asparagus ($24.00)
  
  Sofi Souvlaki
  
  marinated grilled filet mignon skewered with sweet onion and peppers served with rice and asparagus ($25.00)
- Traditional Main Dishes / Entrees
  
  Mousaka
  
  classic baked deep dish layered with eggplant, ground beef, potato, tomato and onion finished with bechamel sauce served with house salad ($18.00)
  
  Pastitsio
  
  baked deep dish pasta layered with ground beef, tomato and sweet onion finished with bechamel sauce served with house salad ($17.00)
  
  Kotopulo Riganato
  
  Marinated half roasted lemon chicken served with lemon potatoes and asparagus ($17.00)
  
  SOFI Tigani Chicken Special
  
  sauteed chicken breast with mushrooms, sweet onion and wine-cream sauce served with rice ($23.00)
  
  Gyros Platter
  
  grilled beef and lamb blend on grilled pita topped with tomato, onion served with rice and asparagus with a side of tzatziki ($17.00)
  
  Flaming Paidakia
  
  marinated grilled lamb chops on a bed of sweet onion and bell peppers served with a side of rice ($32.00)
  
  Fileto Mouskari
  
  8oz Filet Mignon marinated and grilled on a bed of sauteed eggplant, tomato herb sauce and Greek feta topped with sauteed mushrooms served with asparagus ($36.00)
- Side Dishes
  
  Rice Asparagus
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Greek lemon potatoes
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Horta
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Cucumbers
  
  ($5.00)
  
  French fries
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Onion Rings
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Chicken strips
  
  ($5.00)
- Desserts
  
  Baklava
  
  ground walnuts & cloves, layered in thin fillo dough topped with a lemon & cinnamon syrup sprinkled with powdered sugar & cinnamon ($8.00)
  
  Bougatsa
  
  Vanilla cream with pureed apples, baked in a thick fillo pastry topped with vanilla bean ice cream & caramel sauce sprinkled with powdered sugar & cinnamon ($9.00)
  
  Sofi Special Chocolate Cake
  
  ($9.00)
  
  Vanilla Ice Cream
  
  ($4.00)
- Beverages
  
  Soft Drinks
  
  Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Dr. Pepper, Ginger ale, Orange Crush, Pink Lemonade, Raspberry Iced Tea, Iced Tea ($3.00)
  
  Coffee, Regular or Decaffeinated
  
  ($3.00)
  
  Hot Tea
  
  ($3.00)
  
  Greek Tea
  
  Sage Tea from the mountains of Greece ($4.00)
  
  Greek Coffee
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Mineral Water
  
  Sparkling & Still ($6.00)
  
  Nescafe Frappe
  
  Frothy Greek Iced Coffee (milk optional) ($6.00)

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