Chill Since '93
Fairfax, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Chill Since '93 is worth considering when The Grove location is the main advantage: easy timing, casual energy, and low planning friction. It is not the strongest pick for a destination meal or a quiet special occasion; compare La Piazza, El Granjero Cantina, or Fritzi Coop if the food format and room matter more.
About Chill Since '93
Chill Since '93 is a Los Angeles venue with casual dress and daily hours that start at 10 AM. It’s a flexible, casual option for plans that only require the basics.
Use it for a casual Los Angeles stop
The useful way to think about this venue is practical: it has a broad daily operating window, with closing at 9:30 PM most nights and 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. That makes timing easier than at venues with narrower hours.
Because the details do not identify a defined cuisine, named chef, awards history, tasting format, or specific dishes, choose it when the known basics are enough for your plans. If you want to compare other options, consider La Piazza, El Granjero Cantina, Fritzi Coop, Umami Burger, or Alma depending on the kind of outing you are planning.
Better when flexibility matters
For planning purposes, Chill Since '93 is easiest to evaluate by its hours and casual dress code. It opens at 10 AM daily, closes at 9:30 PM from Sunday through Thursday, and closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. If you need a more detailed venue match in Los Angeles, use the full Los Angeles restaurants guide to compare other dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- 189 The Grove Dr Suite Unit F90-B, Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Website
- chillsince93.com
- Phone
- +13234337635
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Chill Since '93 reads as the kind of durable, approachable Italian spot that thrives on regulars and steady foot traffic rather than one-off hype. Its name asserts three decades of staying power, and within the open-air Grove environment it presents itself as pragmatic and unpretentious. The tone is casual and relaxed—meant to serve shoppers, families and locals who value familiarity over formal dining theater. Expect an atmosphere built around accessibility and repeat visits; the restaurant leans into longevity rather than chasing the flashier, destination-driven formats that populate other L.A. dining corridors.
Best For
This is a place built for practical occasions: a shopping break, an easy lunch with friends, or a low-fuss dinner after errands. Located in The Grove’s open-air retail complex, it caters to people on the move and to regulars who drop by routinely, so it isn’t positioned as a destination for special-occasion tasting menus. The Grove context favors convenience and approachability, making Chill Since '93 well suited to casual hangouts and everyday meals rather than formal business dinners or anniversary celebrations.
Ordering Tips
Given the restaurant’s role as a casual, accessible Italian option in a retail setting, straightforward, shareable items work best. Lean on the signature dishes listed—Patate, Margherita and Soppressata Pecorino Eggplant—as reliable selections that reflect the menu’s directness. Treat the meal as unfussy and efficient: order items that travel well for a group or satisfy a solo shopper looking for a quick, comforting plate. Avoid expecting multi-course tasting sequences; the venue’s strength is in simple, repeatable favorites that suit repeat visits.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual counter-service spot with a hidden, low-key vibe away from the main tourist crowds.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Patate
- Margherita
- Soppressata Pecorino Eggplant
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 189 The Grove Dr Suite Unit F90-B, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the plan needs a more complete sit-down meal near the same shopping circuit, choose La Piazza. If the group wants a livelier, easier social setup, El Granjero Cantina is the better fallback.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Los Angeles
Choose Chill Since '93 when convenience at The Grove matters more than a defined dining format. La Piazza is the stronger pick for a sit-down meal in the same shopping orbit, while Fritzi Coop makes more sense for a casual, fast-moving plan.
For group energy, El Granjero Cantina is the easier recommendation if the meal needs a more social feel. Umami Burger is the clearer choice when the group wants a familiar burger format rather than a less-defined stop.
Alma should be the cross-shop for diners who care more about the restaurant as the occasion. Chill Since '93 is the lower-commitment option: useful for timing, less persuasive as the centerpiece of a night out.
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Compare Chill Since '93
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Chill Since '93 | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Umami Burger | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| La Piazza | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Alma | Los Angeles | 2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Highly Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2026 Michelin 2 Stars2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #1782025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 The Best Chef Two Knives2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #174 |
| El Granjero Cantina | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Fritzi Coop | Los Angeles | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Chill Since '93 accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not specified. The confirmed details are that Chill Since '93 is in Los Angeles, has a casual dress code, and keeps daily hours.
Is Chill Since '93 good for solo dining?
It may work as a casual solo stop if the basics fit your plan. Chill Since '93 opens at 10 AM daily and has a casual dress code.
What are alternatives to Chill Since '93?
Other options to compare include Umami Burger, Fritzi Coop, La Piazza, Alma, and El Granjero Cantina. Choose based on the kind of meal and setting you want, then confirm current details directly.
Is Chill Since '93 good for a special occasion?
Only consider it for a casual occasion if the basics are enough for your plans. The available information confirms casual dress and hours.
Is daytime or evening better at Chill Since '93?
That depends on your schedule. Chill Since '93 opens at 10 AM daily, closes at 9:30 PM Sunday through Thursday, and closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
