Christie L.
Yelp
Versailles has been a staple restaurant in my household and is one of my favorite spots for Cuban food! I don't know many restaurants that offer Cuban food like this establishment, which makes it unique/special to me. Located in LA, the parking can be pretty hectic. Their parking lot is extremely small and shared amongst other businesses in the vicinity, and during peak hours it's basically full. Sometimes you have to go to the street for parking, which can also be tricky at times.
In terms of service it can definitely be a hit or miss for me. There are instances when the servers are all so friendly and attentive to us, while there are other when they ignore me and forget my food. I'm deducting a star here as I've had various experiences with their service from all the times I've visited. The restaurant gives off very cozy vibes and is warm and inviting. You can hear the kitchen staff laughing and having a good time as they prepare your delicious meal, which makes everything more friendly!
For the food, I always order their chicken and beef empanadas to start off, followed by their famous garlic chicken. Their empanadas always hit the spot, as the edges are perfectly crispy while the filling is a perfect harmony of savory and juicy. One empanada per person is more than enough as an appetizer, but my family and I always order a couple and share between us! Their famous garlic chicken is what always gets my family to come back. It's served with fresh onions, black beans, and white rice topped with their famous lemon garlic sauce. The roasted chicken is never too dry/tough, and it really soaks in all of the juices of their garlic sauce. The onions cuts into the heaviness of the meal and the rice definitely balances it all out with a blank slate in the background. It's one of my favorite meals, and it's always a treat to come back!
Overall, this is one of my favorite restaurants to visit when I'm in LA, and I hope you take the time to check it out too!