Manuela

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  gcdplz

  ·1 month ago

  “Lovely decor with semi-outdoor and indoor space, full bar, and lots of plants and lights. The food is spectacular. Everything we ordered was excellent. Standouts include the cream biscuits from "small & to share" menu, the peads and barnett pork chop and venison burger. Our other two dishes consisting of the butterball potatoes and cast iron cornbread were also noteworthy. This place is definitely up there with Bestia and Bavel. Easily the best meal I've had in 2026 by a mile.”

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  Bryce Rayen

  ·1 month ago

  “Went there for brunch with a family around 11 AM. The atmosphere is quaint and relaxing. However, the quality and the amount of the food does not justify the prices. Our steak was cut with the grain and ham was under seasoned. Our chai was milk with a hint of chai in there. The staff is friendly and attentive but they are clearly overworked and understaffed. I saw my chilaquiles dish bounce around three different tables and the kitchens before making my way to me. It’s not a bad place but it’s evident that something on the management level is getting in the way of it being the place they want you to feel like it is. The corners feel so cut I’m not sure what’s left.”

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  Lastxuan.

  ·2 months ago

  “I visited Manuela for brunch and ordered the venison burger and the shrimp and rice grits. Both dishes were excellent, with very well-balanced flavors. The venison burger felt surprisingly light and didn’t have any strong or gamey …”

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  Thomas Sypkes

  ·3 months ago

  “We were recommended Manuela's by a film producer friend in town, and it did not disappoint. The food, service, and atmosphere were nothing short of superb. We enjoyed our time and look forward to returning very soon. Thank you for making our visit one of the highlights of our trip!”

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  Sandra Garcia

  ·4 months ago

  “We had a great server with top-tier menu item recs! The food, especially the Barramundi and Creamy Biscuits, we're delicious! Highly recommend for a cute lunch date.”

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  Susan Carroll

  ·5 months ago

  “Out doors yet indoor canopy during rain! But don't wait for the rain Enjoy now! Found street parking metered 2hr for 3$. Each bite so savory you want to relax and enjoy it before going to the next. Sat next to a beautiful pot.”

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  prezelonline

  ·5 months ago

  “Ambiance ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Located in the Arts District, the space is beautiful — semi-outdoor and filled with natural light. There’s an art gallery right next door, and the moment you …”

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  K. M.

  ·5 months ago

  “Beautiful restaurant! Beautiful dishes! Everything surprised me, tasted amazing, and was presented so well! Currently writing this from my table because I was just so excited to talk about this place. Will definitely be back! …”

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  Arkadiy Kuvaev

  ·5 months ago

  “We had a wonderful experience at Manuela a few months ago while celebrating a friend’s birthday, and we were genuinely impressed by the quality of the food and the menu. Based on that visit, we decided to return for dinner. Unfortunately, this experience started off poorly. I accidentally selected the wrong reservation time and was unable to change it through OpenTable, which directed me to call the restaurant instead. Over the course of two hours, I called 19 times and was never able to reach anyone. Since a credit card was already on file, we did our best to arrive as close to the original time as possible, and thankfully we were still seated. The food itself was disappointing. The cornbread was subpar, the duck breast was decent, but the small sliver of mashed potatoes served alongside it felt confusing and incomplete. The burger bun was completely burnt (see photo), and overall the dishes lacked the quality and execution we remembered from our prior visit. Everything felt very average. All things considered, this did not feel like a $200 dining experience. Given how much we enjoyed our first visit, this was especially disappointing”

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  Mike Larson

  ·6 months ago

  “I’ve dined at countless restaurants, but the service here truly stood out. Every member of the staff was attentive, welcoming, and genuinely thoughtful I felt like royalty. Instead of being assigned to just one server, the whole team looks after you, making sure your water is topped off, checking in on your experience, and anticipating what you might need without ever being intrusive. Great food, incredible staff, and a beautiful venue an outstanding experience from start to finish.”