Restaurant Review: Adoro

What a pleasant surprise for The Professional to think she was going to lunch at her same-ole-favorite CPK, and instead end up trying Adoro Mexican Grille.

Situated on the sidewalk level of the 7th & Fig Macy's Plaza, Adoro Grille is tucked just inside of the main drag, still visible from Figueroa Street. Its elegantly styled decor is sophisticated--not kitschy--rich with warm oranges and reds. Sadly, too many Mexican-themed restaurants are dressed up like players for Team Tacky, but Adoro Grille has side-stepped that mistake, and instead created a space that even The Professional was impressed with.

Since Mexican cuisine is The Professional's absolute favorite, she ordered the standard fare by which she measures a restaurant: Chicken Enchiladas. She chose the Mole version (there is also a Verde offering), and was a bit shocked by the overwhelming chocolate taste and smell. Though chocolate is certainly used in creating Mole sauce, it is typically a secondary note. On this particular plate, it was definitely the primary flavor--not so appetizing for Mexican fare, in the humble opinion of the writer of this post. Her plate was garnished with a (too) small service of rice, and a side of simmering black beans--both very good.

Though not in love-love-love with her Mole Enchilada, The Professional will absolutely venture back to try the Verde version of her beloved food. The ambiance inside Adoro Grille is comfortable and welcoming, though disappointingly, there is no happy hour offered. Further, be prepared for a hefty bill. Lunch/dinner plates are not cheap. The Professional estimates Adoro's median plate to be $18.

Business: Yes
Dates: Hell Yes
$$ Saver: Hell No
Alcohol: Yes
Service: Flawless
Ambiance: Exquisite

Adoro Mexican Grille
735 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 315
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 935-9204
http://www.adorogrille.com
Monday - Sunday 10am - 10pm

View the review of Adoro Grille by The Downtown LA News: "Adoring Adoro."