The first time I checked out Ludobites with LAist's Sam Kim, they were still offering their 3-course prix fixe for $39 and a small selection of appetizers you can order separately.
We started with an order of Gougeres with Mornay Sauce ($4)
Next, we ordered the Foie Gras Miso Soup and Radish ($10)
After the soup. we started with our prix-fixe meal.
Appetizer choice #1:
Sauteed Diver Scallop, Curry-Yogurt, Spinach (on a la carte menu: 2 scallops for $12)
Appetizer choice #2:
Tuna, Multi-Color Beets, Watermelon, Balsamic Pearls (on a la carte menu: $12)
Entree choices were black cod (which neither of us ordered) and
Braised Lamb "Seven Hours", Black Curry, Rosemary Polenta
For the dessert options you can also get a cheese plate. Sam Kim ordered the cheese plate which consisted of three cheeses. The one I remember the most is the creamy, rich, oh-so-deliciously-pungent black-truffled goat cheese!
Strawberry Soup, Rhubarb, Hibiscus, Marshmallow Ice Cream (on a la carte menu $7)
During my first trip I wasn't able to try the famous duck-fat fried chicken, so naturally I made my way back (5 days later). Especially after hearing they changed their concept from prix-fixe to small plates to share. And yes, the duck fat fried chicken was on the menu.
The menu was largely the same with some changes here and there. It's time for me to try thins I didn't get to try before!
Poached egg, Mayo, Black Olive bread ($5)
Cheesy Rosemary Polenta, Oxtail Beef, Yellow carrots ($10)
The oxtail was buried within the cheesy polenta:
Calamari, Avocado, Lime, Fresh Almonds ($9)
And last but not least, I made sure to get the now-famous Fried Chicken in Duck Fat, Basquaise Vegetables ($13)
The dessert choices were the strawberry soup (as above) and chocolate mousse with bell pepper sauce. The chocolate mousse was rich and delicious, but I'm not so sure about pairing it with bell peppers. Others might enjoy it but I personally am not a big fan of spicy and all this capsaicin stuff, so while it was definitely interesting, I tried to eat as little of the sauce as I could.
On both occasions Ludo comes out to greet the customers and asked how our meals were and we talked a bit about how often he's going to change the menu (about every 2 weeks or so).
As I was leaving the waiter waved and shouted out "See you next week!"
Not next week, I'll come in 2 weeks, when you change the menu :P
Ludo Bites (@ Breadbar)
8718 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 205-0124
www.ludolefebvre.com
The polenta and strawberry soup sound right up my alley. Ludo and his bites sound mad cool.
ReplyDeleteGastronomer: Ludo is a stud :P Choisauce said the oxtail in the polenta was soo tender when she had it and that the dish was her favorite! I'll probably try it again, hehe
ReplyDeletei need to go for some chicken! ah. French people+seafood usually doesn't go that well together. Unless you're eric ripert. might go tonight.
ReplyDeleteEverything cooked in fat, lard must be good, and the fact it's cooked in DUCK's fat, it' must be friggin delicious!
ReplyDeleteYou had me at duck fat. Which, btw, according to Bon Appetit, is a health food.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.bonappetit.com/tipstools/slideshows/2009/06/the_terrific_ten_slideshow?slide=4
Health food! I knew it :D
ReplyDeleteAnd duck foie gras too, perhaps? ;)
What did you do for wine (beverage) at Ludobies? Thanks
ReplyDeletemichael: There's no alcohol license there so it's BYOB with $5 corkage. You can come bringing your own or if you forget, there's a liquor store 2 blocks down on 3rd.
ReplyDeleteMarshmallow ice-cream... oh yes!
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