The Semi-Tropic – American
Bathed in natural light and a laid-back, bohemian energy, this neighborhood sanctuary invites guests to linger over a vibrant spread of Mediterranean-inspired snacks and pressed panini. The air hums with easygoing conversation as friends share plates of blistered shishitos, salty marinated olives, and bubbling baked feta, creating a social atmosphere that feels like a perpetual summer afternoon.
1412 Glendale Boulevard, Los Angeles CA 90026 https://thesemitropic.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Semi-Tropic
Dairy-Free at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grain Bowl, Pickled Veggies and Bar Nuts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Veggies, Blistered Shishitos and Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Shakshuka, Grain Bowl and Mediterranean Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flat Iron Steak, Kebab Platter and Bar Nuts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flat Iron Steak, Marinated Olives and Tehuacan Sparkling Mineral Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flat Iron Steak, Blistered Shishitos and Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Marinated Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Semi-Tropic
The Semi-Tropic in Los Angeles has 20 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Veggies, Bar Nuts and Blistered Shishitos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Semi-Tropic
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Eggplant Panino | 88.2 g | 45.8 g |
| Grain Bowl | 149.8 g | 43.1 g |
| Bar Nuts | 69.3 g | 41.3 g |
| Lavender Gimlet | 51.8 g | 36.9 g |
| Green Shakshuka | 45.3 g | 30.4 g |
| Blistered Shishitos | 10.1 g | 27.5 g |
| Market Salad | 31.9 g | 25.3 g |
| Cowboy Killer | 59.7 g | 22.6 g |
| Prosciutto Panino | 38.3 g | 22.1 g |
| Kebab Platter | 0 g | 21.7 g |
| TST Espresso Martini | 34 g | 20.6 g |
| Ginger Beer | 61.3 g | 18.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 2:00 PM - 1:00 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its tender pizzas and family-friendly atmosphere, guests consistently praise the pleasant environment and attentive service. Reviewers highlight the polite staff who check in regularly, ensuring a smooth dining experience for groups and families alike. Standout dishes include the signature pizzas, which diners rave about for their excellent texture and quality.
Menu
Appetizers
- Popcorn - $5: house spice blend Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Bar Nuts - $7: cashews, almonds, baked chickpeas, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Veggies - $6: market vegetables, turmeric Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Olives - $8: citrus, aleppo chile Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blistered Shishitos - $10: smoked salt, lemon, sesame oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Plate - $13: spiced chickpeas, aleppo oil, mixed herbs, pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Feta - $17: hot honey, grapes, green olives, sumac, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $17: baharat spice, aleppo chili crisp, garlic labne Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Prosciutto Panino - $18: pressed bub's focaccia, mozzarella, fennel, spinach, olive aioli, side of pickles Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Panino - $16: pressed bub's focaccia, whipped feta, provolone, tomato confit, arugula, pepperoncini, side of pickles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Roll - $17: beer poached shrimp, tzatziki, herbs, side of chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sausage - $15: pickled pepper & onion, provolone, green olives, calabrian chili aioli, parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kebab Platter - $25: chicken or steak skewers, pickles, garlic labne, chermoula, feta, olives, pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flat Iron Steak - $34: salmoriglio, grilled lemon, side of fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $16: shredded beef, egg, halloumi, tomato, arugula, harissa aioli Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Mediterranean Eggs - $15: jammy eggs, chili crisp, labne, dill, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Green Shakshuka - $17: poached eggs, feta, spinach, kale, zucchini, cilantro, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Sausage Platter - $21: pork sausage, spiced stewed tomatoes, potatoes, beans, fried egg, bub's focaccia Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads & Bowls
- Market Salad - $14: green leaf lettuce, mint, grilled corn, pistachios, red onion, lemon tahini vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grain Bowl - $17: farro, crispy mushrooms, grilled squash, cabbage, chermoula, sesame, pickled egg, herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $8: rosemary salt, garlic aioli, ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Carrots - $14: brown butter vinaigrette, labne, hazlenuts, mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini - $15: potatoes, bagna cauda, fresno chilis, pine nuts, mint Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Lemon Ice Cream - $8: alec's meyer lemon cookie ice cream, mint, pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Cocktails
- Angelyne No. 2 - $15: Aquavit, Covalle Tomato Water Gin, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lavender Gimlet - $14: Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, Lavender, Chamomile, Garden Sugar
- Mango Cart - $15: Tequila, Mango, Yellow Bell Pepper, Habanero, Tajin
- Twenty Four Carrot - $14: Mezcal, Carrot, Turmeric, Rosemary, Black Pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Parrot Project - $14: Tequila, Avocado-Coconut Cream, Makrut Lime, Tajin Dietary tags: Dairy-Free
- Naoshima Dream - $16: Toki Japanese Whiskey, Iichiko Shochu, Yakult Yogurt, Ti Kuan Yin Tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Age of Aquarius - $14: Ketel One Vodka, Aloe, Sugar Snap Pea, Lime Yuzu Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Jennifer Grey - $14: Choice of Spirit, Watermelon, Mint, Sparkling Wine Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Nunca Sabe - $14: Kilinga Espadin Bacanora, Passionfruit, Ancho Reyes, Yellow Chartreuse, Black Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- TST Espresso Martini - $15: Vodka, Nitro Cold Brew, Mr. Black, Orgeat, Rucolino Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Maizy Star - $15: Brown Butter Washed Bourbon, Nixta Licor de Elote, Velvet Falernum, Blackstrap Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kingston Negroni No. 2 - $15: Doctor Bird Pineapple Rum, Marendry Amarena Cherry Bitter, Lime Peel Carpano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cowboy Killer - $15: Peated Scotch, Benedictine, Cherry Heering, Angostura, Orange, Cherrywood Smoke Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- TST Dirty Martini - $16: Feta-Washed Vodka, Swedish-Style Aquavit, Olive Juice, Herb Oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse
Beverages
- Stumptown Nitro Cold Brew - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tehuacan Sparkling Mineral Water - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $5
- Red Bull - $5
- Soda - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, 7-Up
- Ginger Beer - $4
- Tonic Water - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Plantasia (N/A) - $13: Amass Riverine, Cucumber, Cilantro, Lime, Yuzu Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pineapples in Stereo (N/A) - $13: Martini & Rossi Floreale Apertivo, Pineapple, Sugar Snap Pea, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Garden Lemonade - $8: Fresh Lemonade, Lavender, Chamomile, Soda, Butterfly Pea Extract Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about The Semi-Tropic
- Is The Semi-Tropic dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Semi-Tropic has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grain Bowl, Pickled Veggies and Bar Nuts.
- What can I eat at The Semi-Tropic on a dairy-free diet?
- Grain Bowl, Pickled Veggies and Bar Nuts carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Semi-Tropic have vegan options?
- Yes. 20 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pickled Veggies and Bar Nuts.
- Is The Semi-Tropic gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Semi-Tropic?
- Eggplant Panino, at roughly 45.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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