Hit this place up after dancing at The Abbey. Love the queer superheroes décor and the subtle rainbow lamps hanging over each table, progressing along the side of the wall.I got the vegan cheese fries to share and it was more than enough for the two of us. Fries were nice and crispy, though I will say that the cheese sauce had a bit of a bitter aftertaste, though it mightve been the alcohol Id been drinking all night, so Im willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.
I liked everything I tried here. I got dirty fries, churro fries, beef tacos, and shrimp tacos. Everything was excellent but the shrimp taco was my favorite. Overall I think Marinate has a fun and unique spin on food .
This is our new secret spot. Amazing drinks, really yummy food, great service (the owner is really nice!). Would highly recommend if you’re in a the area.
Intensely creative, immensely delicious! I was blown away by the simplicity and character of the food.I got three sliders ($8.50), each had a unique and delectable protein, with a creative topping to match.I just left the place, now sitting in my car. I highly recommend it for a delicious treat! Ill be back!
This review is long overdue but a little over a month ago I was in Beverly Hills for work and I was walking around one evening on a quest to get some ice cream. As I walked past the restaurant I was offered a sample of the sweet Hawaiian chicken and I was blown away at how good it was that I stopped to order the sliders on the spot! Not only is the food amazing but the owners are too! The next day I decided to come back and try some more food and I’m so happy I did, because everything is amazing. Too bad I don’t live in CA because I’d eat here all the time if I could.Seriously give these guys a shot, you won’t regret it!
I’ve eaten here three times in the past week, two lunches and a dinner. YES, it’s that good. The root beer beef on a combo plate is incredible and melts in your mouth, definitely my go-to. Sides are fresh and yummy (favs so far are veggie crack and tomato mozzarella salad). I also tried the marinated tofu and the shrimp tacos today for the first time (fantastic). Great drinks too (love the sangria and Moscow mule) with wide selection of beer and wine. Chill vibe with ample cozy seating inside and on the patio for people watching. Fast quality service with delicious and filling meals. Best part is the vibe which I’m sure trickles down from the guys who run the place (Scott and Matt). Can’t wait to eat at Marinate again.
Owners are super friendly and the food was bomb! I need to come back get the the kitchen sink burrito because that looks delicious. Drinks are good abs well priced too!
Delightful and delicious. One of the best casual fusion places of recent memory. I had the Hawaiian chicken sliders and loaded fries with root beer roasted beef. The fresh basil on the sliders was a great addition and definitely complimented the sweetness of the Hawaiian chicken. One thing to note is they use a delicious cashew-based vegetarian cheese, so be aware if anyone in your party has a nut allergy. Drinks were great as well, fruit cocktails were superb. Service was best in class, and they answered all questions regarding their unique dishes. Cannot say enough about how refreshing and excellent the service was. Definitely going to visit them again soon!
The Sweet Hawaiian Sliders are Heaven. The other must have is the sundried tomato penne. Everything was good but those items are the standouts for me.
One of the best kept local secrets. This restaurant is beyond the level of some of the nicest restaurants in the town. If you are looking for an exceptionally good meal with tons of flavor, made fresh, very fair pricing, and friendly quick service- this is your place. Dont miss this stop.
Great vegan options! Loved the vegan tacos and vegan cheese fries 🍟!
We had an excellent, low key, outdoor meal here. The owner, Matt was super friendly and the food was delicious. The broccoli salad was top notch, perfectly cooked broccoli. This would be a regular hang if I lived here.
All the way amazing!! I constantly go back to this restaurant for their Hawaiian Chicken Sliders and am always impressed with their consistency, how filling the food is, and how amazing it tastes. I tried their Meaty - Dirty Fries the last time I went and was blown away.I think one of the best things about this place is that if you work close or are having a group event they have reasonably priced catering offers for the whole family - which one of my friends has already done and the whole team was impressed! Will definitely keep coming here any chance Im in Beverly hills or Hollywood.
Had the sweet chicken on a Hawaiian roll. Delicious!😋
BEST SERVICE IN AMERICA!! AMAZING FOOD AND CREATIVE MENU, DEFINITELY WELL PUT TOGETHER, MATT, RAHEEM AND SCOTT ARE AMAZING sadly this place doesn’t have a commercial but if you’re reading this EAT HERE!!! Vegan friendly!!
I frequently come to this place, the food is amazing, the service is topnotch and Ill keep coming back to support the business.
One bite is all it took. Vegan and soy free selections are slim in Weho but not any more.Matt and Scott are onto something here!Bring your friends!Tell them WISCO sent you!
This is a new place in West Hollywood. I like trying new things. I have it. Right here at Marinate. I only can speak for myself. I eat well here. You need to try this place out. Its good.
I know, I know.. but.. their “meats” are amazing!! Marinate lives up to its name!! Add it to fries or make it healthy on a salad.. weHo’s new comfort food spot!! MUST TRY
Food was bomb af staff was friendly
Visiting from New York . I’m a very big taco lover and decided to stop by this place to try some out . I ended up getting their Hawaiian roll sliders & 2 tacos & all I can say is wow !!! The slider were to die for almost made me forget about my tacos lol ! Great service, extremely friendly staff, great food& it’s really cheap. will be stopping by again when in L.A ! P.s I usually don’t leave reviews but this food & service deserves it !!
The honey lime shrimp tacos are amazing! Great and kind service also!
Super yummy food! Definitely would recommend this spot!
I had the Hawaiian chicken sliders and the curly fries. Both amazing. I’ll definitely be coming back
A wonderful spot to pick up flavorful creations for a reasonable price. Also have to mention those generous portion sizes! Highly recommend
THIS IS A FIRST FOR ME! To everyone who is in or around the Weho area looking for a change of pace to your usual dining: Please show some love and support our new neighbor “Marinate”! I’ve been meaning to stop by for a few weeks and tonight I finally did! It was AWESOME!! So reasonably price and so friggin’ good! I’m doing this because even in the best if times it’s hard to get a business off the ground and it saddens me every time I walk done The Boulevard and see all the doors that have closed for good. Please give them a try! I can guarantee you, you will not be sorry you made the effort!
The kitchen sink wrap, crispy munch box and slider box with Doritos are items I really love here. I’ve grabbed food on the go and from that decided to have Marinate cater a big baby shower. The customer service is excellent and they are so easy to work with if you’re looking to cater a large group. They helped me last minute so I was impressed by their ability to accommodate me. Thank you!
Ive heard of this place from a few people and thought Id finally give it a try. I got the tacos and they were so good!! They were full of flavor. I ordered a Sweet Hawaiian chicken bowl with the veggies on the side for my boyfriend and he practically scarfed it down lol Big portions too. Well definitely be back for more!
Food was great! Surprisingly a large portion of shrimp as well!
Marinate is my go to spot any time I am in LA. If you aren’t familiar with them you are missing out. It’s a hidden gem. My go to items on the menu are The Kitchen Sink or Pesto Chicken Wrap. The food is fresh and the service was amazing. They even have a great Vegan option for my wife. Two thumbs up!!
Overrated, disappointed....Edited: I wasnt happy with what I got for $17. Everyone does have a different palate, but my palate is the only one I can judge by, and its seen a good variety of food. I was pretty hungry when I stopped by so it wouldt have taken much to make me happy .The fries and Limeaid were pretty good and the best part of the meal I thought, but those are usually just put together and not made from scratch.The meat and the tacos seriously did disappoint though, no real deep flavor in the meat, the toppings didnt really go well together. The Root beer beef and buffalo chicken were flavorless and confusing. The Hawaiian was worst out of the lot and I had to throw it away. I understand youre a small business and that youre having a hard time stay open, but you guys seem to be working more on your marketing, menu and wording and less on the food itself. Ill even go the extent of saying that a lot of your reviews look like theyre farmed.
I always get their wraps when I order. The hot mess wrap with chicken and hot flaming Cheetos is one of my favorites. Their food hits the spot and I’m really glad they have added fries to their menu. Five stars for their food and five stars their customer service. Love the food!
The food is amazing. I get the vegan frito Mac and cheese and it is to die for. Their pulled chicken slaps too, though. Owners are super kind and will have a good convo with you if it’s not busy. Highly recommend
Wow this place is incredible ordered the Hawaiian chicken with curly fries and had probably one of the best sandwiches of my life to date! Unbelievable, so glad I have a quality sandwich shop near me now.
Love the veggie crack. I drive from the westside for it all the time. Man and that crunch box, so good. Ok now I’m hungry. Marinate is truly amazing. The owners are the best. They catered an event for me and Was so easy to work with. Everyone loved the food!
The Thai tofu tacos are tough to beat, especially with an extra sprinkle of the crispy onions. But the Hot Mess with tofu (and flaming hot Cheetos) is one of the best things Ive ever tasted. This place is destined for greatness.
Root beer beef sloppy wrap was amazing! The food here is really good. If youre a cheesy guy (like myself) or gal the Fritos Mac & Chi is a must try! Ill be back for more. Fuego!
One of my friends introduced me to Marinate and I’ve been returning ever since. Their new superfood bowls are pretty good! I like mine with naked chicken or sweet Hawaiian chicken, but they let you pick any protein you want with the bowl. They also just added a new vegan ‘mac and chee’ which is really good and I eat meat! It’s a different take on regular mac and cheese, yet definitely still as delicious. I normally order direct from them and pick up at their new location, though they do also offer delivery.
So good! I tried the vegan wrap - sinfully yummy. Once pandemic lifts, this will for sure be my go to drunchies spot
Excellent place for variable portion sizes! Great protein, including a vegetarian/vegan option. If Im not so hungry, I get their $5 meal (a taco, a slider, and a cookie). If Im more hungry, I get 3 tacos. I love that I can stop by for good food and not feel like I am forced to get excessive portions. I love the pulled pork. They also have delicious tomato soup. Sometimes the soup is not on the main menu, but you can ask for it. Freshly baked cookies are also nice.
Great place, great food. Loved the concept. The root beer beef was awesome as was the sweet Hawaiian chicken. And the sundried tomato penne is a must have side!! I’ll definitely be ordering from here again!
Excellent tacos different than Mexican fillings The tortilla is very tasty and it is made so that it doesn’t fall apart Great speedy service. I will be back again
I have been patiently waiting for Marinate to open again so I could try everything with him and it was so worth the wait.I dont even know where to begin. Theres plenty of street parking when we went and lots of different eateries on the street. I personally liked sitting outside (while social distancing and wearing a mask -when I wasnt eating) just people watching since this is the first time Ive been out since the pandemic on a Friday night.They have a huge tv showcasing their food that made me drool while waiting for our order. Theres plenty of choices to pick from. I opted for the root-beer shredded beef plate with sun dried penne pasta and mac and chi (vegan mac & cheese).That shredded beef was everything. It melted in my mouth and the flavors were fantastic with the brown rice that was accompanied with it. Its almost like machaca with its delicious, slightly sweet flavored, pressure cooked meat made to perfection. The mac and chi is probably one of my favorite vegan mac and cheese. The texture and flavor were comparable to regular mac and cheese. I probably could eat a tub of this with Cholula hot sauce. And how can you go wrong with penne sundries tomato pasta? You really cant.He had the Sweet Hawaiian Chicken, Root Beer Beef and Naked Chicken sliders. He literally inhaled it before I could take pictures. So we got another order to prove that we got it and it was epic enough for him to eat both sets quickly. He said his favorite was the sweet Hawaiian chicken.Then we got to take home their new buffalo chicken tacos. If you love buffalo anything (wings, pizza, etc) as much as we do, this is a must. It was flavorful with that tangy sauce and savory.Onto the peanut butter chocolate cookie. There are so many layers to this cookie. Theres the chunks of chocolate and peanut butter, then the actual cookie, and inside the cookie is creamy peanut butter. I should have saved it for my coffee tomorrow but...umm I didnt.Service was excellent, people working there were personable. Matthew was patient explaining to us the different dishes and the popular choices. Im going to have to try to tofu plate or the kitchen sink wrap next time...and more of the vegan chi.
Yummy sliders, salads, wraps and sides. Depending on your mood and craving - you can’t go wrong! I stumbled upon this place around 2 years ago and have never been disappointed. My faves: chicken sliders (you can pick any protein base you want!) along with veggie crack and sundried tomato penne as sides. If you’re feeling adventurous, their hot mess wrap is a must try. Now that they offer curly fries with various dipping sauces as a side, I’ll be ordering that often.
Really delicious food, great portions and easy fast service. Ordered the veggie crack and sweet hawaiian chicken, both were really flavorful, would definitely order again
Super good food! Powerful and unique flavors with fresh ingredients. And that pesto, wow that pesto. The price cant be beat either for this type of food. Super happy that we decided to stop by! Ill definitely be back.
Delicious wraps!
Clean, delicious meals ( healthy choices) excellent service overall 👌
It is a good place to come eat for a quick bite or if you want something new. Overall the employees here are very nice and welcoming and are sure to give you a smile. The price isnt bad either it is a great price for what they sell
Amazing staff, great and unique food. Worth every dollar. One of my top 5 favorite places to eat in Los Angeles
My go to spot for tacos! Really friendly staff, and great food! The wraps are also really filling for a good price!
The protein is dry! As if it went threw a clothing wringer. The rice and quinoa portion was extremely small but the salad was crunchy and tasty. Best part, salad.
Love this place
I choose their 2 most popular proteins for my slider and taco: Sweet Hawaiian Chicken and Chipotle Pulled Pork. Both were super flavorful and a tease because one each is just not enough! The spiciness level of the pork was just right. I also got a red velvet cookie that was a nice addition to the 2 dishes. And I didnt know this at the time, but their sodas do not have high fructose corn syrup. Super cool!The lack of a parking lot means your only choice is metered street parking. I really appreciated the well-laid out menu and the clean and contemporary environment.
I love the food here. He named this place correctly the key to a good meat preparation starts with a good marinade. The owner definitely knows what he is doing when preparing this food. It will have carbs so if youre on a low carb diet this is a good cheat day meal. Parking is very limited. There are streets nearby to park for free but they are by apartment complexes so choose wisely. Theres a few areas that seem a little seedy try to stay where you and your car are visible. If you want to do the open mic you have to buy something to eat.
Incredible food with combinations Ive never even thought of. Try the Kitchen Sink Wrap - Im still full.
The service is great. I think they can do a better job infusing flavors. Its different and im not knocking on the place. Great prices!
Amazing tacos! We usually grab the chicken tacos with pork toppings and its delicious! Great service also!
Excellent food and customer service. I cant recommend their Hawaiian taco enough.Small critique: (even though their food and service still deserve 5 stars) they use daylight bulbs for lighting which is really harsh. Its like doing a photo shoot everytime you eat there. But it does make the food look good for instagram, I guess
EAT HERE ASAP!!! TELL YOUR FRIENDS FAMILY AND CO WORKERS. RIGHT OFF MELROSE! Real Sugar fountain drink sodas too to go with your amazing flavor infused meats!!! Eat here NOW!!!
Unique take to tacos (crispy onions, pickles, sauce..etc). Tried their chicken and beef, they are packed with flavor.
This place is amazing. Matt and Scott are super chill dudes and are obviously passionate about their food.I ordered the sliders to-go and tried each protein. It was so tasty I honestly wanted to turn around and get more. The penne side was also very good.Apparantly Tuesday’s are Taco Tuesday’s here, so you’ll get delicious tacos for only a buck each all day.I will be back. Over and over.
We had delicious food. The tacos are amazing, the taste is incredible. Muito gostoso!!!! The root beer soda tastes so good. We must go back to try the other options.
These guys are pretty cool and the food is BOMB! Had the sliders
Staff are super friendly. Amazing place for non traditional tacos.
Loved the chicken tacos. Wish theyd get the creme brulee cookies again.
Great enviroment even greater food. Love it
Good concept, but that dry cole slaw mix needs a little help.
Good foodHealthy foodExcellent price7$ for bowl
Yum, healthy, delish, interesting flavors. Our neighborhood really needed this spot! Give Marinate a try!!!
Great tacos and taco Tuesday prices!
Stellar! Besides delicious eats, they went above and beyond to deliver to our home when the service Postmates had an epic fail
The food is delicious and the juice also!!!
Fresh fusion flavours!
There asada is amazing
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Wow, great sliders
Excellent food
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Great healthy food, and amazing artwork
Ahhhhhmazazing