Wood & Water – Seafood

Wood & Water serves as a refined coastal sanctuary where the briny snap of daily-shucked oysters and the vibrant sweetness of yellowtail paired with watermelon celebrate the ocean’s freshest treasures. The experience seamlessly bridges land and sea, inviting guests to linger over plates of ink-stained calamari and silken short rib cappelletti in an atmosphere that hums with sophisticated, modern energy.

Ventura Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 13359 https://woodandwaterla.com/

Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Seafood

Price range: $$

Currently closed

Hours

Monday - Saturday: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its diverse menu variety and fair pricing, guests appreciate the reliable dining experience that consistently meets expectations. Diners highlight the wide range of options available, noting that the selection provides a solid value

Daily Selection Oyster - $12: West coast or east coast, cocktail sauce, horseradish, house mignonette
Baked Oysters - $26: 1/2 dozen, garlic scampi
Yellowtail and Watermelon - $24: Chili oil, ponzu, crispy onions
Albacore Ceviche - $25: Coconut lemongrass sauce, roasted corn, chilis, cilantro oil, potato chips
Spicy Tuna - $24: Spicy tuna, crispy Japanese eggplant chips
Ahi Tartare Tacos - $16: Sesame, chili oil, sriracha mixed with fresh tuna, crispy wonton shells

Starters & Shares

House Rolls - $7: Honey butter, sun dried tomato chimichurri
Black Squid Ink Calamari - $26: Thai lemon dipping sauce, chipotle aioli
Burrata - $23: Heirloom tomatoes, pear, black berry, pistachio, rustic croutons, lemon olive oil, balsamic reduction
Short Rib Cappelletti - $22: Cabernet braised short ribs, ricotta, caramelized onions, pickled chili
Spanish Shrimp - $26: Jalapeño, chile de árbol, garlic, mushrooms, scallions
Grilled Octopus - $26: Cilantro tater tots, chipotle aioli, salsa negra
Crispy Lobster Sliders - $25: Arugula, truffle aioli, hawaiian roll
Salt Spring Mussels - $26: Thai green curry, country bread
Crispy Squash Blossoms - $22: Stuffed with ricotta and parmesan, marinara
Olives and Feta - $19: Castelvetrano, kalamata, feta, lemon, olive oil, herbs, torn baguette
Duck Eggrolls - $22: Sweet chili sauce
Short Rib Tacos - $16: Braised short rib, dijon aioli, cabbage, shredded cheddar

Salads & Veggies

House Chop - $19: Iceberg, romaine, radicchio, garbanzo, cucumber, tomato, gorgonzola, olives, creamy basil
Arugula, Spinach, Fennel Salad - $19: Pine nuts, pecorino, orange zest, lemon olive oil
Roasted Beet & Heirloom Tomato Salad - $19: Shaved arugula, goat cheese crouton, lemon olive oil dressing, balsamic reduction
Duo of Cauliflower - $19: Tempura curried cauliflower, chimichurri, cauliflower puree
Asparagus - $19: Whipped feta and greek yogurt, sesame seeds, rustic croutons, honey vinaigrette
Broccolini - $16: Lemon, olive oil, paprika, sesame oil, pine nuts, pecorino
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts - $17: Soy, chili, ginger, garlic, peanuts, sesame seeds

Main Courses

Halibut Tacos - $28: Corn tortillas, tomatillo avocado salsa, pico de gallo, cumin coriander slaw, chipotle aioli
House Burger - $25: Wagyu and short rib blend, pickled jalapeno roasted garlic aioli, onions confit, cheddar, pickles, fries
Skillet Fried Chicken - $34: 24 hours brined, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed kale
Deconstructed Short Rib Wellington - $38: Cabernet-braised short rib, mushrooms, puff pastry, horseradish crème
New Zealand Seabass - $38: Coconut lemongrass broth, baby bok choy, steamed white rice
King Salmon - $38: Black rice, farro, sweet potato, lemon beurre blanc
Wasabi Pea Crusted Ahi - $42: Julienne veggies, steamed white rice, soy glaze
Whole Crispy Stripe Bass - $68: Thai lemon dipping sauce, yakisoba noodles, chili, ginger, garlic
Oven-Roasted Seafood - $38: Shrimp, mussels, calamari, scallops, yakisoba noodles, ginger garlic chili sauce
Pork Chop - $42: Asian marinade, whole grain dijon mashed potatoes, quick pickled purple cabbage, chimichurri
Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops - $58: Whipped eggplant, roasted heirloom carrots
16 oz. Bone In New York - $68: Cheddar bacon scalloped potatoes, cognac peppercorn sauce
Roasted Duck Breast - $48: Wild mushroom risotto, house brandied cherries

Pasta & Risotto

Sweet Corn and Ricotta Ravioli - $23: Thai green curry, roasted corn
Ricotta Gnocchi - $28: Bacon, asparagus, lemon thyme cream sauce
Spring Risotto - $28: Asparagus, mushrooms, arugula pesto, pecorino
Lobster Linguini - $38: Squid ink noodles, lobster, leeks, pea, lobster saffron sauce
Wild Boar Ragu - $29: Pappardelle, fried rosemary, parmesan

Sides

Cheddar Bacon Scalloped Potatoes - $15
Truffle Fries - $19: Summer truffle, parmesan
Potato Chips - $8: Hot sauce and lime
Cilantro Taters - $11: Chipotle aioli, salsa negra

Beverages

Vampire in Brooklyn - $19: Ancient age bourbon, dolin blanc, luxardo, bitters
Mexican Flowering Squad - $19: Arete silver tequila, muddled raspberries, jalapeño simple, lime juice, ginger beer
Le Jardin - $19: American vodka, st. germain, blood orange bitters, lemon juice, bouvet float, elderflower foam, honey drizzle
Yuzu Talkin To Me - $19: Fords gin, yuzu liqueur, bergamot, lemon juice, bruleed orange
Early Fog - $21: Fords gin, earl grey, lavender, lemon, angostura, egg white
Smoked Manhattan - $21: Ancient age bourbon, sweet vermouth, amaro, house brandied cherry, orange twist, smoked cherry wood
The Passion of the Spice - $19: Bozal mezcal, passion fruit, poblano liqueur, lime
Pleasure Before Business - $19: Bozal mezcal, lime, grapefruit, citrus agave, aperol
Don’t Call Me Shirley - $21: Amador chardonnay barrel aged bourbon, ginger, amaro nonino, lemon, eggwhite
Menabrea Italian Lager - $9: Italy
Scrimshaw Pilsner - $9: North coast

Happy Hour Specials

Oyster Hour - 1/2 Dozen - $12: Tuesday-Friday 4pm-5pm
Chopin Martini - $12: Chopin, dry vermouth
Proper Martini - $12: Fords gin, orange bitters, orange twist
Paloma - $12: Silver tequila, lime, grapefruit soda
Miranda Hobbs - $12: Vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, basil, peychauds bitters
Peaches & Puppies - $12: Hera the dog vodka, peach, cranberry, fresh lemon