Pine and Crane Silverlake
Taiwanese restaurant · Silver Lake ·
Taiwanese small plates, noodles, rice dishes, wine & sake
Taiwanese small plates, noodles, rice dishes, wine & sake
"Meals at this longtime Taiwanese restaurant have been a constant in the reviewer’s life: nights in the lively dining room sipping on Taiwanese beer and splitting plates of fluffy buns are common, and the no-reservations setup keeps the spot flexible for any kind of night. Lately it has become part of the reviewer’s go-to takeout rotation: the minced pork over rice and mapo tofu “travel incredibly well” (as does most of the menu), and the affordable prices and generous portions mean there are usually leftovers in the refrigerator for the next day. — Rebecca Roland, editor, Eater Southern California/Southwest" - Eater Staff
"Pine & Crane, which now has a location in Downtown LA, has been serving its curated menu of Taiwanese and Chinese classics since 2014. Seasonal produce is sourced from the owner’s family farm, while the cooking is dependable, skilled, and fresh — making it both a neighborhood standby and a destination for diners craving dan dan noodles, mapo tofu, and the like. The line outside may look long at times, but it moves quickly. If waiting isn’t an option, Pine & Crane holds up spectacularly well to take out." - Rebecca Roland
"Pine & Crane is one of those order-at-the-counter spots that you always forget is order-at-the-counter. And that’s because this modern Taiwanese place has such a welcoming and bright space that all you really want to do is hang out there all night. This place is good for anything from a quiet night with a sick roommate and some mapo tofu to a reunion with five friends and loud conversation around the communal table. The most expensive thing on the menu is $13." - brant cox
"Pine & Crane hit a nerve in Silver Lake with their Taiwanese cuisine. In a zen interior, they serve up beef rolls, scallion pancakes, beef noodle soup and more. Of course there is a milk tea and boba selection alongside their beer and wine list. It's bustling restaurant that will leave you wanting more." - Presshaus LA
"Another Silverlake classic is Pine & Crane for Taiwanese and Chinese food." - Keyla Vasconcellos