Written Hand

4.3 (8)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

1800 Argyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

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2 people

16 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Escape life’s pesky troubles for a while at Written Hand, our ode to the extraordinary ingredients of Southern California blended with the vibrant flavors of the Greek isles and southern Italy. Sourcing from local farms and purveyors, our Mediterranean-inspired dinner menu highlights the season’s freshest produce, seafood, and more—crafted to tempt, share, and savor. From artful cocktails and plentiful wines to crave-worthy bites and sumptuous large plates, join us for a vibe that invites you to kiss the cares of the day goodbye.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:30
Phone number
(213) 279-3534
Website
https://writtenhandla.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ashley Thompson

Location
1800 Argyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Area
Hollywood
Cross Street
Corner of Argyle and Yucca
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Hollywood and Vine Metro
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Written Hand Pre-Theater Dining Experience
US$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Written Hand is just steps from the Pantages and offers a pre-theater dining experience designed for ease and elegance. For $65 per guest, enjoy a curated three-course menu with your choice from each section—plus a glass of bubbles or a freezer martini. Whether you're headed to the Bowl, the Fonda, or a marquee night at the Pantages, we'll make sure you're well-fed and out the door with time to spare.

bub & grandmas breadUS$9.00
WHIPPED LE BEURRE BOURDIER SALTY BUTTER, PICKLED SEA FENNEL
flowering herb caesarUS$19.00
LEMON THYME, KINDER GREENS & GARLIC CHIVE BLOSSOMS, BUTTERED BREADCRUMB, PARMIGIANA, LEMON ZEST
babe farms squash blossomsUS$24.00
WHIPPED HERB LABNEH, FLOWERING HERBS
head on prawnsUS$32.00
SMOKED ORANGE CHERMOULA, TORN BREAD
rotating tinned fishUS$27.00
HOUSE POTATO CHIPS, PICKLED VEGETABLES, GRILLED LEMON
sour apple bigeye tuna tartareUS$29.00
SAKE APPLE REDUCTION, ALEPPO PEPPER, PICKLED ROSE CELERY, LAVASH
sumac grana padano friesUS$8.00

second thoughts

steamed rockfishUS$41.00
COCONUT BASMATI RICE, FLOWERING HERBS
wagyu coulotte (8oz)US$59.00
BLACK GARLIC DEMI, PICKLED RUBY MUSTARD GREENS, ANCHOVY BUTTER
smoked zucchiniUS$26.00
QUINOA TABBOULEH, PICKLED SQUASH, HERB OIL
frenched chicken leg & thighUS$34.00
AJI AMARILLO, CHARRED SCALLION & RADISH SALAD, LEMON THYME

little somethings

girl & dug thumbelina carrotsUS$14.00
BEE STING HONEY, APPLE GREMOLATA, BEE POLLEN, RICOTTA SALATA
compressed firebird tomatoesUS$15.00
HONEY VINEGAR, WHIPPED BULGARIAN FETA
smashed cucumbersUS$14.00
PEPPER VINEGAR, SHALLOT, WILDFLOWER HONEY
spring onionsUS$14.00
ANCHOVY BAGNA CAUDA, BARNACLE KELP CHILI CRISP
coconut basmati riceUS$9.00
FLOWERING HERBS

large format

grilled blue-Fin tuna collarUS$69.00
STICKY FRUIT APPLE GLAZE, SHAVED RADISH, GREEN ONION
pomegranate molasses lamb neckUS$51.00
PICKLED MICRO RADISH, PINEAPPLE MINT, MAGENTA SPREEN, COCONUT BASMATI
salt crusted whole loup de merUS$49.00
CELERY LEAF SALSA VERDE, GRILLED PINK LEMON

What 8 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

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8 Reviews

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Angel
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Written hand is a hype worthy place to dine in, even if you're not staying at the hotel, it makes for a wonderful place!!! I had Rey and Allen to help me today, they are pleasant and understanding of what clients look forward to me as myself. I had to reorder the burger here, i got it well done; its uniquely blended flavor is delicious!! It is cooked with bacon, seriously mouth watering flavors. The burger: delicious juiciness stacked with melted cheese, mayo, and aromas: it comes with a salad or fries, the fries in my honest opinion are comparable to in n out fries but a fatter version. There is street parking (depending on the day of the week you come). They have a beautiful movie projector there's a pool table. They have gorgeous seating. If you love beautiful dinning, this is your spot for it. Even if you're in the mood for a drink, it's definitely a great place to stop by!! They have beautiful art of the wall, pretty drinks and music playing. The staff genuinely makes this place even better!!! Restrooms are always clean. Valet is not free. Security at the front. If you're looking to meet with friends, family or business meetings, this is a very effective place to experience wonderful hospitality. Keep up the incredible work please. I love coming here. It's my new to go to place! Overlooking the capital records sign, it's so beautiful with the high ceilings!!! Thank you Dani and Corey for making this place what it is!! I love doing business here. With Lauren, Naoimi, Chris, Shuee, and Malerie at the bar, they make sure your drinks are delicious!!! The drinks are soo juicy and refreshing and very presentable. Corey is amazing, very hospitable and accommodating. I wish i knew this place existed sooner. Thank so much Tessa for your kindness and amazing support too.Do yourself the favor and come here if you love great food and awesome quality hospitality.
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Uyen VIP
Los Angeles15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ll definitely come back! Perfect to enjoy healthy and well crafted dishes before a show at Pantages.
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Jeffery
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good service decent food. Good surroundings. Very good vibe.
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Ian
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love love love this place! We had a reservation but decided to sit at the bar last minute. Shout out to Ian our Bartender. He gave some great recs and really made us feel special. We mostly stuck with the bar menu but had to try the head on shrimp and loved them. intimate space in the hotel lobby of the Kimpton. The place could use some signage but once you're there it's quite cute. Also, don't skimp on dessert. They do a really nice carrot cake bread pudding and have one of the best Espresso Martini's in the city. We'll definitely be back. Hopefully more people hear about it. But we don't mind a secret spot all to ourselves in the city.
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Sara
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dine LA menu was fantastic, the Squash Blossoms and Lamb were favorites and both desserts were phenomenal. Drinks were good and service was great.
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Monica VIP
Los Angeles3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Rare to have a restaurant in LA with fantastic cocktails, delicious food, great service be undersubscribed. Price point was reasonable and although menu is smaller, sufficient choice and all tasty.
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Amber VIP
Chicago / Illinois360 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fun pop-up concept. All of the food was delicious, especially the head on prawns and pistachio coulant!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu is small, but the food is the most delicious I have had in a while. Great ambiance and service.
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Written Hand is rated 4.3 stars by 8 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Jun 2025

June 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

1800 Argyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of Argyle and Yucca
Area
Hollywood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Hollywood and Vine Metro
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ashley Thompson
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://writtenhandla.com/
Phone number
(213) 279-3534

Written Hand

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Written Hand Pre-Theater Dining Experience

Menu

little fishes & first impressions

bub & grandmas breadUS$9.00

flowering herb caesarUS$19.00

babe farms squash blossomsUS$24.00

head on prawnsUS$32.00

rotating tinned fishUS$27.00

sour apple bigeye tuna tartareUS$29.00

sumac grana padano friesUS$8.00

second thoughts

steamed rockfishUS$41.00

wagyu coulotte (8oz)US$59.00

smoked zucchiniUS$26.00

frenched chicken leg & thighUS$34.00

little somethings

girl & dug thumbelina carrotsUS$14.00

compressed firebird tomatoesUS$15.00

smashed cucumbersUS$14.00

spring onionsUS$14.00

coconut basmati riceUS$9.00

large format

grilled blue-Fin tuna collarUS$69.00

pomegranate molasses lamb neckUS$51.00

salt crusted whole loup de merUS$49.00

What 8 people are saying

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