CASA LEO

There’s something quietly confident about this place. It’s refined without being fussy. The inviting ambiance and the friendly waitstaff immediately establish a high bar for hospitality, making everyone feel like a regular. A newcomer that already cooks like a classic. The tomato & watermelon nigiri arrives looking like an art piece, a single bite of crunchy watermelon wrapped in shiso. Then comes the bay scallop ceviche, scallop served on top of halved limes chilled on ice like a seaside amuse-bouche. From there, the tuna crudo is paper-thin, melt-on-contact tuna in a sauce that is smoky, bright, and addicting. It’s one of those sauces you end up dragging everything through. That flatbread, with corn, garlic oil, and pecorino walks that edge between rustic and refined, charred edges, and just enough chili. The gambas al ajillo delivers well cleaned plump shrimp swimming in the warmth of garlic oil. The flan is the kind of dessert that reminds you why flan became a classic in the first place. Cardamom, citrus, and candied pistachio. Every dish feels deliberate, pared down to its essentials. The inviting interior and calm atmosphere is visible through the street facing glass windows, where everyone appears to be enjoying themselves. Los Feliz has plenty of charm, but Casa Leo gives it flavor.

I’ve been four times in six weeks!!! Every time I go back it gets better. Love this place. Been for Brunch (the torrijas & tortilla are a must), Lunch (the gambas!!!), and most recently dinner (the oxtail dish is insane) and all three menus are excellent. Chef Josh is also so kind and passionate, we are lucky to have him in our neighborhood. The place is clean, the staff is attentive, the service is timely and best of all the neighborhood hasn’t caught on yet, so tables are usually open (although I’m sure that will change very soon!!).

This new restaurant is much needed in the Los Feliz area! Casa Leo is a Spanish inspired restaurant that uses locally produced ingredients, and the freshness is evident in every bite! I had a blast and am definitely going to be a regular!

The food was fantastic! Amazing balance of flavors and textures with fantastic service and an inviting airy atmosphere. The drinks were very unique and refreshing for a warm summer morning. The Chef, Josh made us feel welcome and his passion comes through crystal clear when the food hits your mouth. We will be back!

Everyone was lovely here! This is a unique well thought out tapas place! The chef as travel and learned through his work tricks and tips that combined with his creativity created a menu that is simple and fresh yet surprising! We had the gazpacho that was incredible then we had one of their cocca we enjoyed and the tomato with the tuna conserva. Really well picked ingredients! Above all was the gazpacho and the flan!!

Look first of all - you're wonderful. B. Sensational food, great service, decadent environment, chef is a winner. Try the trout, and don't skip the caesar salad or the cheesecake.

I found this hidden gem 💎 in Los Feliz , fantastic cuisines , great environment, amazing service Christie & Joshua are great . They are newly opened so they are trying to open for dinner pretty soon , I think it’s a great place to hangout and have some authentic cuisines .

Had lunch, the food, service and ambiance were great. The menu doesn’t have many protein options so it’s definitely the lighter side/veggie forward. It was great, I’ll definitely return.