In the former Mimosa space on Beverly Boulevard, Laurent Quenioux flexes to be one of L.A.'s heavy hitters on the gastronomy scene. White and green walls are adorned with abstract art; the room is otherwise minimalist with bare glass bulbs, two white orchids and white tablecloths--it all leans towards an easy avant garde that echoes the cooking philosophy. Beloved at his former Bistro K in Pasadena, Quenioux continues to explore landscapes of tastes (or an “alchemy of flavors” as he puts it) with six-course ($65) or nine-course ($85) tasting menus. He also offers half-portions of starters and mains. Begin with uni tapioca with yuzu, foie gras three ways, or BBQ frogs legs with spicy violet and begonia chutney. Mains feature monkfish cheeks with artichoke confit, baby goat braised with guajillo peppers, and Pintade hen breast with asparagus tips, hazelnut panisse and bergamot infusion.