Versailles - Los Angeles

This is undoubtedly one of the best Cuban restaurants in California. The service is consistently exceptional. The portion sizes are just right, whether you're really hungry or want to save some for later. It's definitely a great spot to enjoy a meal with someone special or the whole family.

Overall, this restaurant is excellent. It boasts a casual and welcoming atmosphere that appeals to everyone. I've tried about half of the menu so far and have yet to be disappointed by any dish. The Garlic Chicken is undoubtedly the standout item and the best choice on the menu. Regardless of what you order or how many people are in your group, make sure to get at least one plate of this chicken—you won’t regret it. The service is fast, attentive, and professional, without being overly sweet, which I personally appreciate. This place has been around for a long time and has had several locations. There’s a good reason for its longevity. Enjoy your visit!

We were excited to come here and we enjoyed the chicken empanadas and the green plantains. We also got the fried yucca which was delicious and so different from French fries. The texture is chewy and still crunchy. It's wonderful. We also got the black bean soup which was very tasty but lukewarm with no sour cream or onions. The Oxtail dish sas a disappointment as it also was like warm and we returned it. Finally I got the Cuban sandwich which was outstanding. Gooey swiss cheese with both pork and ham inside a chewy roll and pressed down to perfection. Yeah it was good. The fries that came with it were eh.

I absolutely love the garlic half chicken, along with the black beans and bread. It doesn't get any better than this! The service is consistently quick and impeccable.

The last time I visited Versailles restaurant was in the early 90s. After my last visit, I wonder why it's been so long. The food was really good. The garlic chicken was tasty but slightly dry. The raw white vinegar onions are a delicious addition. The Ropa Vieja (shredded beef) was awesome and very tasty, especially the bay leaf and tomatoes. I don't know which we liked more the Moros Y Cristianos (black beans and rice together) or the black beans and white rice separate. Either way, they're a great addition. The service was prompt, therefore, 5 stars for service. But it felt like the servers were always rushing. Thus, it wasn't as relaxed as it could have been. This leads to the 4 stars for the atmosphere. BTW, parking hasn't changed. It's still very limited. We will be back before another 20+ years pass. Perhaps even in the next month because I'm still thinking about the Ropa Vieja, even a couple of days since our visit.