ISO inexpensive restaurant near Culver Plaza Theater

[fatassasian]

I'm going to a movie tonight at the Culver Plaza theater. The movie starts at 8p. Hoping to grab a quick bite beforehand. Nothing too expensive. Less than $50 for two people. A place that's within walking distance to the theater would be great. If it's possible to avoid making a reservation, that would be good too. Where can we eat, sit, have a drink, and be done in an hour?
Thanks!

[bruinike]

I recommend Novecento for Italian - great family owned neighborhood restaurant
www.novecentopastagrill.com

There's also UGO and Rush Street.
www.cafeugo.com
www.rushstreetculvercity.com

[soniabegonia]

You can stay under $50 at Akasha if you order right.
Honey Kettle Chicken is about $10pp.
Tender Greens also about $10-12pp.
The last 2 are not full service.

[westsidegal]

imho, you will need to get more food after tender greens to stay full for the movie.
maybe cookies? ice cream?

i just don't find their entree salads to contain enough protein to fill me up.

[soniabegonia]

I agree. I also need carbs which is why I rarely get a salad as a meal. Anyway, Tender Greens also has some hot items... but my pick would be Akasha.