3 new businesses to check out in Melrose

Itching to find out about the newest additions to Melrose? From a Mediterranean restaurant to an interactive art installation, read on to see the newest businesses to arrive in this part of Los Angeles.

Dr. Sandwich

7475 Beverly Blvd.

Dr. Sandwich is a kosher and modern Mediterranean eatery that serves up everything from chicken shawarma to salmon to falafel. Pair your meal with sides that include hummus, Brussels sprouts and Israeli salad. The casual spot also has a location in Beverly Hills.

Dr. Sandwich currently holds 4.5 stars out of 42 reviews on Yelp, indicating positive reviews.

Yelper Shana B., who reviewed it on Aug. 19, wrote, "This place is very good. Their sandwiches and plates are both excellent ways to enjoy their salads sauces, cabbages and meats."

Yumarie M. noted, “I ordered the lafa falafel sandwich with purple cabbage, mango chutney, hummus and tahini. … They have a lot of options for the plates and a deli case with to-go items.”

Dr. Sandwich is open from 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Monday–Thursday and Sunday and 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Friday. (It's closed on Saturday.)

Rice Guys

615 N. Western Ave.

Rice Guys is a Filipino eatery that offers rice bowls and side dishes. Try the tocilog that consists of pineapple-cured pork shoulder, garlic rice, pickled papaya and carrots and a fried egg, or the salpicao — grilled flap steak that comes with garlic rice, cucumber, tomato salad and lumpia.

With a five-star rating out of 55 reviews on Yelp, Rice Guys is off to a strong start.

Yelper Chris M., who reviewed the restaurant on Sept. 15, wrote, "The tocilog aroma was too inviting to not dig [in] right away. The sweet and saltiness of the tocino was perfect."

Jules W. noted, "The pork was tender and flavorful [and] thinly cut to maximize the juicy meat to sauce ratio with each bite. [It was] a myriad of textures and flavors in the pickled veggies, soft boiled egg and crispy shallots."

Rice Guys is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)

Flutter Experience

217 S. La Brea

Flutter Experience is “an immersive art experience” with rooms designed by contemporary artists. According to its website, the artists based their creations around the theme of "Play Date," giving guests an opportunity to "dance, play, paint, interact, meditate, explore."

A portion of the proceeds benefits the Born This Way Foundation.

Flutter Experience currently holds five stars out of 20 reviews on Yelp.

Yelper Laura C., who reviewed the art space on Sept. 3, wrote, "I went to take photos with a bunch of friends, and the staff was super friendly. ... My favorite parts were the first light arch installation in the front room and the mirror sound bath room in the back corner."

Michelle L. noted, “This museum focuses on mental health and combines each artist's unique style to really engage the viewer with positive visuals. They also do not rush you at all unlike other pop-up LA museums I've been to."

Flutter Experience is open from 1–9 p.m. on Wednesday–Friday and 9 a.m.–9 p.m. on weekends. (It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.)

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