Met Him at a Bar – Italian
Sunlight streams through the windows of this charming neighborhood haunt, where the playful name hints at the warm, communal spirit found within its inviting walls. The air is thick with the sweet scent of golden, iron-pressed waffles topped with melting Nutella or paired with crispy fried chicken, alongside savory, overstuffed breakfast burritos that promise a soulful start to the day. Whether tucking into a fluffy, herb-flecked omelette or sharing a plate of berry-laden French toast, diners find a vibrant sanctuary that turns the morning meal into a celebratory, lingering affair.
Met Him at a Bar, West 8th Street, Miracle Mile, Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, CA 90036, United States +13238523321 https://www.methimatabar.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Brunch Waffles
- Wake Up Happy - $21: waffle, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon & maple butter Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Waffletella - $18: waffle, strawberries, banana, nutella & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chicken & Waffle - $23: waffle, thai-style fried chicken with tom yum seasoning & crispy basil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Waffle & Berries - $17.5: waffle, strawberries, blueberries & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Simple Is Good Waffle & Whip - $14: waffle & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Brunch Mains
- All American Breakfast - $16.5: scrambled eggs, bacon, organic toast, choice of fruit, salad, or potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $15: scrambled eggs, cheddar, bacon, chipotle aioli on a brioche bun Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $19: scrambled eggs, bacon, chorizo, cheddar, fries, frito lays, onion, tomato, pico de gallo, choice of fruit, salad, or potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crispy French Toast - $18: cinnamon swirl brioche, crème brûlée base, corn flakes, nutella & berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mama’s Omelette - $17.5: three eggs, bacon, avocado, tomato & cheddar, choice of fruit, salad, or potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $17: avocado, tomato, freshly shaved parmesan on organic sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $16: kale slaw, dill pickles, green curry aioli on a brioche bun Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Avocado Wrap - $14: hummus, black beans, avocado, corn, organic greens, red onion, tomato, flour tortilla Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: brunch, lunch
- Mint Quinoa Bowl - $16: black beans, corn, mint, tomato, red onion, lemon zest, organic greens Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: brunch, lunch
Starters
- Marcona Almonds - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olives - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata & Prosciutto - $21: sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $14: tomato, fresh basil, garlic, organic baguette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Board - $22: taleggio, pecorino sardo, gorgonzola dolce, almonds, sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Board - $25: prosciutto, spicy salami, soppressata, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Board - $33: choose two cheeses & two meats, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nonna’s Meatballs - $17: marinara, braised beef and pork meatballs, parmesan, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini Di Riso - $15: fried risotto ball, three cheeses, pink sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $19: marinara and citrus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $19: pan seared shrimp, old bay, zesty lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $16: shaved grana padano, caesar dressing, homemade croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula Salad - $16: avocado, shaved grana padano, lemon dijon vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heirloom Tomato Salad - $19: cucumber, garlic, red onion, fresh basil, red wine vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $14: tomato, basil, balsamic glaze, fior de latte, balsamic vinegar, evoo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Pastas
- Spaghetti Pomodoro - $19: fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolognese - $26: rigatoni, beef ragu, tomato, parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Six Cheese Tortolloni - $24: stuffed tortolloni, vodka sauce, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Vodka - $22: traditional vodka sauce, garlic, fresh parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio E Pepe - $22: spaghetti, pecorino romano, black pepper, parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $23: egg yolk, pancetta, parmesan, pecorino Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Pesto - $22: pine nut pesto, sun-dried tomato, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Ravioli - $24: porcini filled ravioli, ricotta, white truffle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frutti Di Mare - $35: squid ink spaghetti, clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, tomato Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Neapolitan Pizza
- Marinara Pizza - $17: san marzano tomato, oregano, garlic, basil, evoo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Pizza - $21: san marzano tomato, fior di latte, basil, evoo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $22: mozzarella, parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Diavola Pizza - $23: san marzano tomato, fior di latte, calabrese, calabrian chili oil, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Specials
- Whole Grilled Branzino - $42: garlic butter Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Piccata - $37: wild atlantic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cioppino - $36: shrimp, scallops, calamari, white fish, mussels, clams, fennel, shallots, tomato, baguette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Parmesan Fries - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Broccolini - $13: olive oil & sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $15: sea salt, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Homemade Tiramisu - $13: topped with strawberry, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lemon Glazed Donut - $14: vanilla ice cream, warm lemon glaze, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Panna Cotta - $14: vanilla custard, strawberry and raspberry compote Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $15: warm chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $7.5
- Coke - $4
- Bundaberg Ginger Beer - $4
- Bloody Mary - $15: homemade mix, vodka
- Mimosa - $13: choice of Classic or Italian
- Latte - $5.5
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