Team

Kuniko Yagi, Executive Chef 

What’s the most inspiring part of your job?
When I cook anything new, it’s a totally inspiring feeling. I love changing flavor combinations, and discovering something unexpected.  To have those “what if” moments is the most inspiring part of my job for sure.

What is one of your earliest food memories?
My mother is a great home cook and growing up, she cooked dinner for our family at home almost every night. One day, when I was in school, I had very bad day (kind of like a “Mean Girls” -type of day), and I started to cry during dinnertime. I could tell my mother was hurt too, but she said “just eat this, you’ll feel ok after all.”  At first, I rejected the dinner with not much appetite, but when I finally ate, everything felt much better. It was her homemade meat loaf…No chef can beat any family’s home cooking because they put so much special love in the food.

Justin Hall,  Sous Chef

Vista Murphy, General Manager

What’s the most inspiring part of your job?

Just anyone can say that their colleagues are inspiring and passionate once you get to know them. For me, this is clear as soon as looks are exchanged. The chefs and staff I work with are motivated, compassionate, and so creative that each day of work is new, exciting, and demanding. This team provides support and challenges that help us grow as a unit to make Comme Ca the best restaurant it can be. This is a true extension of family!

What is one of your earliest food memories?

The holidays were always a huge cooking event for my family. I grew up celebrating two different sets of holidays for two religions but my favorite items to make with my mom and sister were for Chanukah.  We did latkes every year with different fixings and side dishes that consisted of couscous, butternut squash, and other wonderful harvest flavors. This time of the year always brings loved ones together and I loved to celebrate the 8 days of lights around food.

What’s the most enticing reason to try Comme Ca?

If you’re looking for a restaurant in Los Angeles with the whole package, this is the place to be.  The ambience is set with dim lighting, white banquettes show off the French bistro style, and upbeat  music sets the mood.  The menu is comprised of uniquely created dishes that offer upsacale yet approachable French dining, which is only completed with our extensive wine list and Prohibition era bar. This is the place to see and be seen, and enjoy friendly service during the whole experience.