Michael Mina XIV

Michael Mina

8117 West Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA‎ 90046

My family came into town during DineLA at the end of 2009. I decided to take them to try Michael Mina XIV located on Sunset Blvd. My mom and I ordered the DineLA menu while my dad and brother ordered from the 8 course tasting menu.

The way the tasting menu works is you get to choose either 8, 11, or 14 courses from the entire menu of appetizers, salads, entrees, and dessert. Not gonna lie..it's an expensive chic place to eat so definitely dress up and save up some money to eat here. haha.

Unfortunately, it's been awhile since DineLA and I didn't copy down the menu. So below are some pictures with no titles and some with titles.

Overall, the portions were extremely small but all very good quality. You're really paying for the atmosphere and service. The waitress was very nice and attentive. What I was most impressed with was the nutella custard. It was very original and tasted amazing.

This soup was delicious and part of the DineLA menu. I think it was lobster bisque

Ahi Tuna Tartare
Ancho Chile Pears, Mint, Pine Nuts, Sesame oil

Nantucket Bay Scallop Tempura
Cauliflower, Passion Fruit, Almonds

Tai Snapper
Tapioca crusted, Broccoli Rabe, White Soy Vinaigrette

California Lamb Chop
Loin, Merguez, Sausage Skewer, Chickpea, Raita

Kobe Burger
Trio of French Fries, Farmhouse Cheddar, Secret Sauce

Nutella Custard
Popcorn Ice Cream, Toast Streudel, Passion Fruit