Somerville

4.5 (316)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

4437 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043

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2 people

15 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

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Good for special occasions

Intentionally located along the Slauson Corridor in Historic View Park-Windsor Hills, Somerville is an ode to the past, a toast to the present, and celebration of the progress in between. We are a progressive American dining experience that highlights contemporary cuisine while honoring the rich roots of South Central Los Angeles. Each dish captures the bold and savory essence of California, blending traditional influences with modern techniques to elevate every bite.

Designed as an inviting space for locals, travelers, and culinary enthusiasts alike, Somerville cultivates community in a timeless setting, featuring a thoughtfully curated wine selection, skillfully crafted cocktails, and live entertainment -- creating the perfect backdrop for conversation and connection.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steak, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(323) 815-1505
Website
http://www.somervilleslauson.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Geter Atienza

Location
4437 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043
Area
Culver City
Cross Street
Between Overhill Dr and Angeles Vista Blvd
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Parker House RollsUS$18.00
Served with Truffle Butter
Classic Shrimp CocktailUS$24.00
Jumbo Tiger Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Fried Chicken & Caviar SlidersUS$26.00
Buttermilk Brined Chicken, Honey Mustard, B&B Pickle, Petrossian Caviar, Crème Fraîche
- Add 4 grams caviarUS$45.00
OystersUS$27.54
Calamansi Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Petrossian CaviarUS$150.00
Royal Ossetra Caviar, Toasted Brioche, Crème Fraîche, Chives, Sieved Egg

First Course

Scallop CrudoUS$28.00
Petrossian Caviar, Compressed Apple, Chives, Lemon Vinaigrette
Duck ConfitUS$29.00
Bloomsdale Spinach, Persimmon, Sour Cherry-Star Anise Jus
Black Goddess SaladUS$19.00
Lil Gem Lettuce, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese
Chicory and Crab SaladUS$26.00
Frisée, Purple Mustard Frills, Radish Sprouts, Blue Crab Meat, Honey Crisp Apples, Heirloom Radishes, Shallots, White Verjus Vinaigrette
Soup Du JourUS$16.00

Entrees

HalibutUS$42.00
Tokyo Turnips, Fennel, Prince Edward Island Mussels, Holland Leeks, Shellfish Emulsion
Mary's Organic Roasted ChickenUS$39.00
French Fries, Lemon Rosemary Gravy
Pan Seared Ora King SalmonUS$36.00
Orzo, Bistered Peppers, Oven Dried Cherry Tomatoes, Orange Scented Beurre Blanc
Braised Australian Lamb ShankUS$38.00
Saffron Polenta, Nicoise Olive and Tomato Relish, Thyme Oil, Lamb Jus
Collard Green LasagnaUS$32.00
Braised Collard Greens, Bechamel, Ricotta, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Parmesan, Mozzarella
Butternut Squash RisottoUS$26.00
Hazelnuts, Bloomsdale Spinach, Chive Oil
Somerville BurgerUS$24.00
Black Angus Beef, Caramelized Onion Spread, Cheddar Cheese, Crispy Onion, B & B Pickle on a Brioche Bun

Steaks

Served with Elephant Garlic Confit

Petite Filet MignonUS$48.00
6 oz
Bone In New YorkUS$53.00
12 oz
Wagyu Strip LoinUS$78.00
10 oz
SaucesUS$6.00
Somerville Steak Sauce, Blue Cheese Butter, Green Peppercorn Sauce

Add-Ons

Braised BaconUS$16.00
Brown Sugar Braised Bacon, Radishes, Frisée
Baked Macaroni and CheeseUS$16.00
Hook's White Cheddar, Parmesan, Bread Crumbs, Chives
- Add LobsterUS$12.00
Fingerling PotatoesUS$12.00
Twice Cooked Potatoes, Crispy Parsley, Shallots, Lemon, Aleppo Pepper
Truffle FriesUS$18.00
Shoestring Fries, Garlic Aioli
Mash Potatoes and GravyUS$13.00
Buttermilk Smash Potatoes, Sweet Onion Gravy
Brussels SproutUS$15.00
Sweet Soy, Crispy Rice

Cocktails

A Love SupremeUS$17.00
Haku Vodka, Midori, Cointreau, Lemon
Trouble ManUS$18.00
Smith & Cross Rum, Campari, Carpano Antica
DolemiteUS$17.00
Glenmorangie X, Lemon, Sugar, Egg White or Aqua Faba, Bitters
Nature BoyUS$17.00
Tanqueray 10, Ketel One Vodka, Cocchi Americano
Mighty RiverUS$17.00
Real del Valle Blanco, Orgeat, Pineapple, Lemon, Angostura
Golden AgeUS$25.00
SirDavis Rye, Manuka Honey, Bitters
HeydayUS$20.00
Hennessy VS, Mandarine Napoleon, Lemon, Bitters
The DunbarUS$19.00
Viagra Prosecco, Hennessy VS, Sugar, Bitters
Lovin John G&TUS$16.00
Fords Gin, House Tonic Elixir, Soda Water
Forget Me NotUS$17.00
Sigloeso Mezcal, Chareau, Pepper Honey, Simple, Wee Beastie Scotch

Wine by the Glass

Malvasia Bianca Petillant NaturelUS$18.00
Champagne Brut, Moet & ChandonUS$30.00
Champagne Rose, Moet & ChandonUS$35.00
Chardonnay, Petit Chablis La ChablisienneUS$18.00
Picpoul Blanc LorenzaUS$18.00
Alsatian Field BlendUS$18.00
Pinot Gris, Union SacreUS$18.00
Viognier, A&E VersetUS$16.00
Grenache/Gamay/Pinot Gris, 'Bloom Phase' IruaiUS$18.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, NegretteUS$17.00
Pinot Noir, Brooks EstateUS$20.00
Nebbiolo, GD VajraUS$20.00
Zinfandel Blend, 'Andasol'US$23.00

N/A Cocktails

LADY OF THE NIGHTUS$16.00
Ritual Gin, Aperitif, Sparkling Rose
IVY’S REVENGEUS$20.00
Aplos Arise, Pear Puree, Lemon Juice, Agave, Soda Water

Beer

NORTH COAST 'OLD RASPUTIN' RUSSIAN IMPERIAL STOUTUS$9.00
EEL RIVER ORGANIC BLONDE ALEUS$9.00
FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN HOPPY POPPY IPAUS$9.00
VICTORY GOLDEN MONKEY BELGIAN TRIPELUS$9.00
BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH N/AUS$8.00

Sparkling

WHITE

Malvasia Bianca Petillant NaturelUS$90.00
Champagne - Brut - Veuve Clicquot - 'Sea Urchin'US$170.00
Champagne Brut, Moet & Chandon Champagne - FR Multi-VintageUS$150.00

White

LIGHT & MINERAL

Chardonnay - Petit Chablis - La Chablisienne - Burgundy - FR '22US$90.00
Picpoul Blanc Lorenza - Lodi - CA '22US$90.00
Chablis - 'Montee de Tonnerre' - Domaine Vocoret et Fils - Burgundy - FR '22US$135.00
Chenin Blanc - Pax - Sebastopol - CA '23US$90.00
Sancerre - Domaine Roc de l'Abbaye - Loire Valley '23US$130.00
Alsatian Field Blend - Amycas Brooks Estate - Willamette Valley - OR '22US$90.00
Chardonnay - 'Calette Strim Vine Co. - Cienega Valley - CA '23US$75.00
Trousseau Gris - 'Fencesat Wood Road' - Jolie-Laide Wines - Sonoma County, CA '22US$75.00
Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay - 'Fais Do-Do' - St. Reginald Parish - Willamette Valley - OR '22US$90.00
Chenin Blanc - Les Blanchais - Domaine de Pelle - Menetou-Salon - FR '22US$90.00
Viognier - A&E Verset - Rhone Valley - FR '22US$90.00
Chardonnay - Hazenel - Sonoma Valley, CA '18US$85.00
Chardonnay - 'Quartz Creek Vineyard' - Heitz Cellar - Napa Valley - CA '21US$175.00
Bourgogne - 'Les Truffieres' - Clos du Chateau Domaine deMontille - Burgundy - FR '21US$90.00

Skin Contact & Rose

CONTACT

Malvasia Bianca - 'Onward Wines - Suisun Valley - CA '22US$65.00
Chenin Blanc/Riesling - 'Neptunite' Stirn Wine - Aroma - CA '22US$90.00

Red

CLASSICS, REVISITED

Pinot Noir - Brooks Estate - Willamette Valley - OR '22US$100.00
Nebbiolo - GD Vajra - Piedmont - IT '21US$100.00
Gamay - 'Morgon-Cote de Puy' - Domintion Piron - Beaujolais - FR '22US$70.00
Pinot Noir - 'Cuvee Kaela' - Matt Taylor Wines - Sonoma Coast - CA '17US$135.00
Chianti Classico - 'Gran Selezione' - Castello di Fonterutoli - Tuscany - IT '16US$130.00
Sangiovese - Rosso di Montalcino Livio Sassetti di PertUS$85.00
Sangiovese - Brunello di Montalcino - Livio Sassetti di Pertimali - Tuscany - IT '19US$175.00
Zinfandel Blend - 'Andasol' - Ink Grade - Napa Valley - CA '18US$115.00
Mourvedre - 'Grenache - Playground' Ambyth Estate - Paso Robles - CA '17US$85.00
Zinfandel - 'Oneski Vineyard' - Ferman York - Redlands - CA '22US$95.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Bree Wine - Paso Robles - CA '22US$55.00
Syrah - 'Presqu'ile Vineyard' - Holus Bolus - Santa Maria Valley - CA '22US$95.00
Red Blend - 'Rouge No. 6' - Ashes & Diamonds - Napa Valley - CAUS$95.00
Cabernet Sauvignon - Heitz Cellar - Napa Valley - CA '18US$150.00

What 316 people are saying

Somerville reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Westside
Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Somerville offers a "transporting" experience with live jazz, "amazing ambiance," and a vintage speakeasy vibe. The "food was incredible," especially the collard greens lasagna and chicken sliders. Some service issues and long waits are noted, but the "fantastic cocktails" and "friendly staff" enhance the overall dining experience.

316 Reviews

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Ayanna
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic and live jazz was a treat. The place has great energy and is decorated very well. Table service could have been much better.
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Kyle
Los Angeles2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 7 June 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
After about 2.5 hours of dining and minutes after paying the bill, the maitre d leaned over and whispered in my ear that people have been waiting for over 20 minutes to be seated and we had to leave. The busser was at our table far too often asking if he could clear items when it was obvious there was plenty of food still there and we had just been served a course. On the upside, the food and ambiance was amazing. Our waiter Joseph did an excellent job. The service towards the end however all but ensures we will not return.
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Bethany VIP
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
this was our first time going to Somerville on my birthday. The ambience took my breath away when they open the doors not what I expected so pretty, love the way they have it set up. The band is a nice touch. It was just a very energetic feeling and energetic vibe. The service was good. Our waiter could have been a little more attentive. We did have to flag him down a couple of times but outside of that it was good. They didn't do anything special for my birthday, which was surprising cause most restaurants do. The food was really good bursting with flavor and nice presentation. The overall experience was excellent . I would rate it a 9.5. We already have reservations to go back for next month. Issa Ray really did her thing with this one. It's really nice to have a lovely dining experience in our neighborhood.
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OpenTable Diner
Utah1 review
2.0
Dined on 2 June 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food was very mediocre. The mac & cheese tasted like Velveeta. Brussel sprouts were good not great. Spent $80 and didn’t LOVE anything. Fried chicken sliders were alright but Chick Fil A tastes a bit better for $8 vs $27. Service was poor and won’t be back but we had to see for ourselves.
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Gregory
Los Angeles9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Somerville is amazing. The ambience, the service, the food, the music, the vibe: FIRE!!!
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DENISE
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined on 31 May 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I had been waiting so long to get a reservation and I wax finally able to and I was so excited to see it and experience it for myself- and I going to say that I LOVE the aesthetics of the restaurant/speak easy - it gives me that old time but modernized speak easy feel. Anyway the SERVICE WAS HORRIBLE and Carla I believe that's what her name was - was unconcerned, inattentive and neglectful- it was a horrible dining experience- she either ignored our table on purpose or the few tables she did have overwhelmed her - but I talked to the couple behind me and the manager and they experienced the same bad service I did - I enjoyed the food - I know next time if I return to order everything at once from the starters, salads, entree, desert and drinks order in multiples because you won't see your waitress again until it's time to pay the bill - no water refills - nothing - don't come hungry because it's going to be along time before you eat ANYTHING
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Joseph
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. The waitstaff was superb. The live music was amazing.
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Judy
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! I love the food, yet my chicken was undercooked.
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Ciara
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience, it’s like walking into a different era when you walk through the door off of Slauson.
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Dee
Utah4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible on every level. From the moment the valet takes your car, to the moment the friendly hostess invites you to the bar to enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail, to the live Jazz and delicious offerings, every moment of Somerville is elegant, inviting, and beautifully transporting.
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Booked 45 times today

4437 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Overhill Dr and Angeles Vista Blvd
Area
Culver City
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steak, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Geter Atienza
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.somervilleslauson.com/
Phone number
(323) 815-1505

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Parker House RollsUS$18.00

Classic Shrimp CocktailUS$24.00

Fried Chicken & Caviar SlidersUS$26.00

OystersUS$27.54

Petrossian CaviarUS$150.00

First Course

Scallop CrudoUS$28.00

Duck ConfitUS$29.00

Black Goddess SaladUS$19.00

Chicory and Crab SaladUS$26.00

Soup Du JourUS$16.00

Entrees

HalibutUS$42.00

Mary's Organic Roasted ChickenUS$39.00

Pan Seared Ora King SalmonUS$36.00

Braised Australian Lamb ShankUS$38.00

Collard Green LasagnaUS$32.00

Butternut Squash RisottoUS$26.00

Somerville BurgerUS$24.00

Steaks

Petite Filet MignonUS$48.00

Bone In New YorkUS$53.00

Wagyu Strip LoinUS$78.00

SaucesUS$6.00

Add-Ons

Braised BaconUS$16.00

Baked Macaroni and CheeseUS$16.00

Fingerling PotatoesUS$12.00

Truffle FriesUS$18.00

Mash Potatoes and GravyUS$13.00

Brussels SproutUS$15.00

Cocktails

A Love SupremeUS$17.00

Trouble ManUS$18.00

DolemiteUS$17.00

Nature BoyUS$17.00

Mighty RiverUS$17.00

Golden AgeUS$25.00

HeydayUS$20.00

The DunbarUS$19.00

Lovin John G&TUS$16.00

Forget Me NotUS$17.00

Wine by the Glass

Malvasia Bianca Petillant NaturelUS$18.00

Champagne Brut, Moet & ChandonUS$30.00

Champagne Rose, Moet & ChandonUS$35.00

Chardonnay, Petit Chablis La ChablisienneUS$18.00

Picpoul Blanc LorenzaUS$18.00

Alsatian Field BlendUS$18.00

Pinot Gris, Union SacreUS$18.00

Viognier, A&E VersetUS$16.00

Grenache/Gamay/Pinot Gris, 'Bloom Phase' IruaiUS$18.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, NegretteUS$17.00

Pinot Noir, Brooks EstateUS$20.00

Nebbiolo, GD VajraUS$20.00

Zinfandel Blend, 'Andasol'US$23.00

N/A Cocktails

LADY OF THE NIGHTUS$16.00

IVY’S REVENGEUS$20.00

Beer

NORTH COAST 'OLD RASPUTIN' RUSSIAN IMPERIAL STOUTUS$9.00

EEL RIVER ORGANIC BLONDE ALEUS$9.00

FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN HOPPY POPPY IPAUS$9.00

VICTORY GOLDEN MONKEY BELGIAN TRIPELUS$9.00

BEST DAY BREWING KOLSCH N/AUS$8.00

Sparkling

Malvasia Bianca Petillant NaturelUS$90.00

Champagne - Brut - Veuve Clicquot - 'Sea Urchin'US$170.00

Champagne Brut, Moet & Chandon Champagne - FR Multi-VintageUS$150.00

White

Chardonnay - Petit Chablis - La Chablisienne - Burgundy - FR '22US$90.00

Picpoul Blanc Lorenza - Lodi - CA '22US$90.00

Chablis - 'Montee de Tonnerre' - Domaine Vocoret et Fils - Burgundy - FR '22US$135.00

Chenin Blanc - Pax - Sebastopol - CA '23US$90.00