One of our favorite restaurants in LA! Service is excellent. Everyone is so friendly and efficient. Vibes are 10/10. Cozy yet elevated, with so much good energy. Everyone is just having a great time! The food is great. Fresh and so flavorful. It perfectly combines hearty comfort food with fresh, unique flavors. Great drinks and wine too. I've sat at a bigger table, a booth for two, and the bar, and they're all great, but the bar experience is so intimate it might be my favorite. One of the few restaurants that actually lives up to the hype and is worth the effort it takes to get a reservation! read more

Had a reservation and was seated right away. Server took our orders quickly and food came out fast too despite it being busy. Servers were very attentive, polite, and friendly! Food was overall delicious. The tomato salad is not something I have ever really tried before and is more savory than you would expect. Very pretty to look at too. The loaded potato fritters are bomb and i understand the hype behind those. Likewise the garlic bread and butter is equally delicious and soft. When we cut it open it was still steaming hot. Everything tastes fresh. Lastly we tried the ode to chez cheeseburger. It was definitely a good burger, cooked exactly how i wanted and the fries were great too, however it could go either way. The fondue is perfectly melty and was my favorite part about it, however the dijon/mustard flavor was a tiny bit too strong for me; but it was still enjoyable/ didn't take away from the dish. if stronger stand out flavors are your vibe then you will definitely like the burger, just be aware! Yuzu margarita was nice. Parking was easy but please be mindful that it is a residential neighborhood and at the end of the day gentrification can be a pain to neighbors just trying to enjoy/live in their community, be respectful! Overall would absolutely go again as every side/appetizer was delicious and really makes you want to try the whole menu. read more

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Had a pretty good dinner at Hermon's. The yuzu margarita was great, and the loaded potato fritters were my favorite. The coconut shrimp was also really good. Really liked the stone fruit and tomato salad, especially the use of nuoc cham. The baked Alaska was a solid way to finish. They're known for the burger, but the mustard flavor was a little too heavy for me. We also ordered the sheet vongole, which came out pretty late when we were already getting full. We were initially brought a fish that wasn't ours as well, so there were a couple of food mix ups. Service was still great despite it being busy, and our server was attentive. Worth a try, but probably not somewhere I'd return to. read more

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Ok what is hype about? Seriously. There's no reason this restaurant deserves the most difficult reservation in LA other than it being a marketing strategy. This place isn't bad but I was honestly confused at all the hype and scarcity mindset around landing a table weeks in advance. The neighborhood was a random part of town and the ambiance felt more like a polished, dark diner feel rather than upscale. So there's that. The service was good. As for the food, the potato with Parmesan was the best thing we ate, it was honestly really good. Our favorite item. The bread and garlic butter was 2nd in line for tastiness, crispy on the outside with sea salt and gooey inside, very delicious green garlic butter. The vongole was tasty, especially with the lemon juice on top. Interesting side note- the clams on the vongole tasted like spicy suasage and it over powered the rest of the dish, but we still enjoyed it. Finally entrees, the burger was good but the Dijon was also a bit overpowering so I would've kept the Dijon just less of it so it didn't drown out the rest of the burger. Steak frites was decent but would've been better with a green sauce or similar. Fries for the burger were fine, but the frites didn't really match the steak in palate or texture. I probably wouldn't go back only because the neighborhood was random and the reservation issue is not only annoying, but also an intentional illusion of exclusivity which annoys me even more. Otherwise, the food 7.5-8/10 but our servers did a great job taking care of us. read more

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I've been to Hermon's twice now and absolutely love the vibe and the food. The first time I went the service was ok, however our waitress last night was personable and fabulous. Bonus tip, if you're a Martini person come before 6pm for their Happy Hour where Martini's are $10 and the fabulous burger is $18. Below is what we tried: Loaded Potato Fritters - 4.5 stars. A cube of delicious potato slices in a square smothered cream cheese, chives, and Parmesan. Garlic Bread - 4 stars. A fun interpretation of garlic bread that's fluffy and rich in flavor. Stone Fruit & Tomato Salad. 4 stars. A tasty and refreshing summer salad. I wish there was a cheese element to this to make it a bit more interesting. Two Sheet Vongole - 5 stars. A fabulous dish! So rich in flavor, not shy of clams, and the citrus on top creates the perfect balance. The Cheeseburger - 5 stars. No notes, just an absolutely fabulous burger. (No substitutions on this dish, and also available on the HH menu) Fries - 5 stars. Perfection! Baked Alaska - 4.5 stars. I'm not a huge fan baked Alaska, but this interpretation is light and tasty. Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie - 5 stars. Soft and tasty, complemented perfectly with a scoop of Vanilla ice cream. Martinis -- 5 stars. I'm a Martini snob and these are just perfect. Definitely get the blue cheese olives, it's worth the additional charge. This is definitely not diet food, so get your steps in before coming. Parking is really easy on the side streets and they do offer a valet option as well. Definitely make a reservation, this is a hot spot and for good reason. read more

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I 100% see the appeal. Hermon's feels like a diamond in the rough, or rather the next gentrification hot spot. Nonetheless, the atmosphere was cool and inviting. I was sad to hear about the change to the garlic bread but the bread service was still tasty. Their seafood is as fresh as it gets, do not skip! I look forward to coming back for their happy hour specials, the bar looked like an inviting place to sit. read more

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The interior is gorgeous but the food and drinks are yummier. The loaded potato fritters are fun and comforting, the flavor is perfectly cooked potato balanced by a bit of tart sour cream and puffs of rich cheese. The bread and butter is so amazing I still can't stop thinking of it, the bread is fluffy and crust is well built but tender and not too hard. The butter is flavored nice and dragging the bread in the butter is so nice. The mains were delicious the steak frites were awesome and the burger was cooked perfectly and balanced with mustard so well. Everything we got was amazing and I can't wait to go again! read more

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Hermon's has been on my list for a while, especially after seeing their cheeseburger listed among LA's top burgers. My original plan to bring a family group of 13 didn't work out since they couldn't accommodate that party size, so I pivoted to an early birthday dinner with my mother and daughter. We snagged a Tuesday 5:15 PM slot off the OpenTable waitlist for two, and they were kind enough to adjust it to three so my mom could join. I accidentally left the "birthday" note on the reservation, and they warmly greeted me with a nice card. Ultimately, between a pricing mistake and a lukewarm dessert, I had to drop this to 4 stars from a potential 5 star experience. Hermon's is a cozy, beautiful, and classy space with a lively steakhouse feel--rich wood tones, comfortable booth seating, a central bar, and an open kitchen view. It fills up fast right at opening, making for a noisy, energetic atmosphere with great music. Accessibility note: the booths can be a bit tight for seniors, though my 88-year-old mother made it in with a little help. For parking, there's a $10 valet behind the building or limited free street parking nearby. Now for the food. We had the Schiacciata Bread ($12) for a starter. Light, puffy, focaccia-style starter paired with a flavorful green garlic herb butter. For mains we had the Steak Frites ($26) & Cheeseburger ($24). We shared both, and the Steak Frites was actually better than the famous cheeseburger. The cheeseburger was good, but definitely not Top 5 in LA--no modifications are allowed (reminiscent of Father's Office), and the Dijon wasn't spread evenly. For dessert, we had the Lemon Baked Alaska. While visually stunning and served with a birthday candle, the flavor was just okay. Unlike the special birthday dessert I received at Maria Isabel in SF (their Mosaic Gelatin), there wasn't a separate complimentary treat here. I did get a birthday card. Which was nice. For drinks they offered a solid Happy Hour until 6:00 PM (including $10 Yuzu Margaritas, $10 Martinis, and $18 cheeseburgers). Personally, Checker Hall's HH is better. We stuck to non-alcoholic options, ordering a house ginger beer and a couple of lemonades. As for the service it was great overall--from the welcoming hosts to our attentive server who checked on us throughout the night. Two things left me a bit disappointed: being charged $24 instead of the $18 Happy Hour price for the cheeseburger (we ordered well before 6:00 PM, though I didn't notice until writing this), and the lack of a distinct birthday dessert. Hence, 4 instead of 5 stars. Still a solid experience, but room for minor improvements. read more

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Hermon's is a gem. My friend suggested this restaurant, and I was surprised I had not heard about it since it's so close to Highland Park. I would recommend a reservation. We waited one hour, and thankfully, there are two benches in front of the host stand. I also want to add that a full drink menu is available while you wait. We were seated at the bar area. We, of course, ordered all plates to share. Starting with the potato fritters, spring goddess salad, two sheet vongole, and burger. I have to admit the food service was very slow, but the food was so good it was worth the wait. Once the burger came, I was too full to try it. My absolute favorite was the two sheet vongole and spring goddess salad. I can't wait to go back. read more

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We went here to celebrate my birthday and glad we did. I was able to get a reservation on a Sunday at 5pm as I booked right at 10am two weeks before when the reservations opened. It is located in highland park and I was able to find a street parking near the restaurant. I arrived around 4:45pm and there was already a line outside. We were seated right after we entered. They have happy hour from opening till 6pm which includes yuzu margarita ($10) I ordered which I loved. Potato fritters: Highly recommended! So crispy and flavorful. We loved this dish Branzino: MUST to order. We loved this plate. The fish was perfectly cooked Two sheet vongole: didn't love it. I think the cream sauce was too similar to that of potato fritters Lemon baked alaska: very pretty but tastes was just ok Overall, great ambiance and good foods and I definitely want to come back to try more dishes. I need to say though the service was not very good. Our waitress didn't really check on us during the entire dinner. I think service can be improved read more

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I saw that Hermon's had mixed reviews but I had to find out for myself. Ambiance wise the space itself is really nice, I particularly liked the bar seating so you can see all the dishes/drinks coming out. As for the food let's get into it: - Loaded Potato Fritters (9/10) Great start to the meal, I would say this is their signature appetizer, must order!! - Cheeseburger (8/10) Solid cheeseburger, for the price point though I probably wouldn't order again unless it was HH. Loved the onions with dijon mustard though. - Two Sheet Vongole (8/10) Really big portion size which is a plus. The dish itself was really good; clams, cream, guanciale, parm, breadcrumbs, everything paired perfectly - Grilled Branzino (9.5/10) Our favorite dish of the night. The branzino was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Also a really generous portion size, worth the $48. Overall the food was delicious, I'd say prices are fair as well. Service wasn't bad either, I've just had better at other/similar establishments. Would I go again? Yes! read more

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Dinner at Hermon's came with a lively atmosphere, a packed dining room, and plenty of reasons to understand why it has been called one of the hardest reservations to score in Los Angeles. The food was very good overall. The Hokkaido scallops, juicy cheeseburger, and lemon baked Alaska are officially back in our dining rotation, but the whole grilled branzino was the clear favorite of the night--tender, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. I also loved dipping the burger into some of the spicy sauce from the scallop dish, which was a surprisingly delicious combination. There are both indoor and outdoor waiting areas. Street parking is free but limited, while valet parking is available for $10. The wait was a bit long even with a reservation, and the food came out more slowly than expected. Since we had a later reservation, a few popular dishes were already unavailable, including the loaded fritter. Booking an earlier time may be better if there are specific menu items you want to try. Despite the wait, we had an enjoyable meal and would return for the branzino, burger, scallops, and baked Alaska. read more

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My son had been wanting to try this place for a while, but apparently they are booked for weeks in advance. It's really out of the way for us, but we decided to make the drive out there for dinner on Tues. 7/21. Walked in at 5:30pm without a reservation, and the lovely hostess told us it would be about an hour wait for the bar. Didn't catch her name, but she was very sweet and pleasant. She told us we were welcome to order drinks and have them brought out to the outdoor waiting area, but we didn't get any. The restaurant had opened at 5pm and it was already packed. Soon after us, more people started arriving without reservations and were waiting outside along with us. Around 6:40pm is when the hostess came out to tell us our seats were ready. The place is cozy, beautiful and classy, while still maintaining a casual ambience. It's pretty noisy with the music and chatter all around. The bar is right in the center of the restaurant with a view of the open kitchen. I let my son order for us and he got a variety of options. To start, we got the Scallop Aguachile. It smelled just a bit fishy when we got the plate, but it tasted fine. It was just ok. There wasn't enough acidity in the dish and it was kind of boring. I love scallops, but I wouldn't order it again. Next up were the Fried Coconut Tiger Prawns and an order of their viral Garlic Bread. The prawns were nice and big, but we both thought the coconut taste got lost in the batter. The garlic bread was also decent...nothing to write home about. For our entrees, we got the Two Sheet Vongole and the Cheeseburger. The Vongole was definitely the standout of the whole meal. The pasta, sauce, clams, cheese, parsley, and breadcrumbs were all fantastic. Some lemon zest would've been great in addition the grilled lemon that comes with the dish. We both really enjoyed this dish and it's a good portion to share. The burger on the other hand was unfortunately disappointing. The bun was pretty dry and the "fondue" just disappeared into nothing. It was clearly there on the patty, but tasted like nothing. The whole thing just tasted like well-seasoned ground beef. There were maybe 5-6 strands of caramelized onions on it and the Dijon wasn't spread evenly. I've honestly had better fast food burgers. The dessert menu was not intriguing at all so we decided to pass. Oh, for our drinks, we stayed with our waters and shared a dirty martini, which was delicious. They have 3 individual/private gender-neutral bathroom stalls. Both the bathrooms and the restaurant were super clean. They offer valet parking for $10 or you can park on the street. It wasn't a bad experience, but it wasn't good enough to want to come back. I would have given this place 3 stars, but shout out to our server CHELSEA - she was absolutely OUTSTANDING! Such a great girl and hard worker. She was funny, attentive, personable, and genuine. HANDS DOWN the best part of our experience! She definitely bumped it up to 4 stars. Thank you for such great service! read more

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We were excited to try Hermon's and ordered some of their most popular dishes including the loaded potato fritter, burger, two sheet vongole, and skillet cookie. We also ordered the chicken sandwich and snap pea vegetable dish. The potato fritter, snap peas, and two sheet vongole were our favorites from the night. The burger was overhyped in my opinion and the chicken sandwich was ok. Tip: At the time we made reservations they were opening up dates two weeks in advance at 10am. If you want to make a resy, make sure you check right at 10am for 14 days prior to the day you want to visit. Also the burger is a couple bucks cheaper during HH which ends at 6. read more

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According to social media, this is a very hard reservation to get and I will say when I first looked, the next available wasn't until 2 weeks from that date. I ended up looking a few days later and a sooner date popped up so I booked it. It was sort of later at night but that didn't mess with the quality of the food. Everything came out fresh and tasted really good. We were sat at a normal table for 2 but ordered quite a few things and wanted to move to a larger table to be able to fit each item. We were told the bigger tables we're already reserved for other bigger parties. To our surprise, a couple was sat at the large booth next to us and it was only the two of them which was odd.. We continued to enjoy our meal after that but still thought it was worth mentioning. Maybe it was a special request that I hadn't done when making the reservation? We first ordered the bread and butter, which was very good and different from traditional bread service. It came separately, not as previously seen where the butter is already on each piece of bread. We also had the loaded potato fritter which was exceptional. Everything else was good but I'd probably pass on the steak frites. It didn't seem like the best cut of steak and I wasn't a huge fan of the sauce that came with it. Overall we'd be back but for happy hour. read more

I would say more 3.5 not 3. With all the hype of this place I was excited to finally get a res. Charming neighborhood, charming restaurant. But food was good not great. My friend got the dirty martini and said it was incredibly salty.. overall 3.5. Always worth going. read more

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More often than not, these all-over-socials and hyped up restaurants are underwhelming and disappointing, but Hermon's is not one of those!!!! Yes, reservations aren't super easy to get, but not impossible either. Definitely recommend showing up w/ a resy. I had written a note on the reservation mentioning that we were celebrating and usually these messages never get any recognition. But Hermon's took note and greeted us at our table with mini champagne glasses for each guest. Whaaaatt!!! Really loved that attention to detail. The vibe of Hermon's is cozy, romantic, and with some epic decor. It's really gorgeous in there. There was a lot of love put into every corner and it shows (starting off with their delicious flamingo estate hand soap in the bathroom, lol). Ok yes... now for the important part: FOOD! Though this is a great spot for a romantic date night I recommend coming in a group of 4 so you can order a lot more dishes to try! The garlic bread was so incredibly buttery and warm and delicious. The loaded potatoes had fresh shaved parm with an incredible texture in the layers of the potato. The sheet pasta was sooo tasty. Desserts 11/10 Absolutely worth the hype. I will be back!! read more

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A girlfriend and I decided to give Herman's a try after hearing good things, and it absolutely did not disappoint. We didn't book weeks in advance, which you probably should do, and ended up with a 5:45 reservation. When we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and told we had a hard out at 7:15. I can see how that might be a turnoff for some people, but honestly, I appreciated knowing the expectation. It also reassured me that if I had a 7:15 reservation, I wouldn't be left waiting for my table. Once seated, the atmosphere was inviting in an artsy, comfortable way, not stuffy or precious. We started with the famous Dirty Martinis with blue cheese olives, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. I don't know if they're hypnotizing the staff or just treating them really well, but every single person we interacted with seemed genuinely excited about the food, the drinks, and making sure we had a great experience. The Loaded Potato Fritters are insane. They quite literally melt in your mouth. The Fried Coconut Tiger Prawns may have been my favorite dish of the night. They were light, perfectly cooked, and had just the right touch of heat. The Stone Fruit & Tomato Salad is a sleeper hit. It may not be the dish that immediately jumps off the menu, but it was incredible. Sweet, savory, bitter, spicy, soft, and crunchy all at the same time. Seriously, what kind of sorcery is that? Then came the star of the show: the Two Sheet Vongole. This is one of the dishes Herman's is known for, and for good reason. It's not your typical pasta dish in the best possible way, creamy, bright, citrusy, and completely unique. By this point we were slowing down and convinced we couldn't eat another bite. Thankfully, we were wrong. We somehow found room for the Lemon Baked Alaska, which is one of the best desserts I have ever had. Ever. Every component was perfect. The balance of flavors, the textures, the presentation. I genuinely don't have the words. Great food, great drinks, fantastic service, and one of those meals that has you planning your return visit before you've even paid the check. read more

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In the running for favorite restaurant of the year, and it's only May. The potato dish will certainly be one of my favorite dishes, that's already locked. Everyone talks about the garlic bread, with good reason, but man, that potato dish. Everything was flavorful, perfectly cooked and seasoned, and the service was wonderful. We arrived as a walk-in about 15 mins before they opened and got a table right away. The double doors with the pretty font set the tone, transporting you to another time and place when you enter. I want to return for the burger, just have to find a time to get out there again. read more

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Three words: mediocre, underwhelming & DISAPPOINTING The hardest reservation in LA definitely lives up to its name but its hype does NOT! I'm honestly baffled by the constant love this place gets. The food is mediocre at best and horrible at worst. After months of waiting we managed to get a 5:15 reservation on a Friday. It's a very cute little corner spot that's actually quite spacious inside. The atmosphere was great and service was fast and friendly. We started with a couple drinks which were fantastic. For appetizers we got the garlic bread, potato fritters, yellowtail crudo & coconut shrimp. The yellowtail was bright and fresh and really tasty. The garlic bread was such a let down as I'd be hearing how light and fluffy it was but ours was super dense with garlic butter just slathered on top. The potato fritters look amazing, but that's as far as it goes. Looks don't get you very far when its taste is pretty basic. The coconut shrimp was super dry and tasted like something to could get at the frozen section. Not sure what the sauce was that accompanied it but did nothing to enhance the over crusted dry shrimp. For our entrees we split the 30oz boneless ribeye, bolognese and burger with a side of fries. I understand that ribeye is heavily marbled but for 30oz at $140 I'm expecting a decent amount of meat ratio to fat. Sadly that was not the case. The good pieces were good but 70% was inedible. As a bolognese lover, I have to try it everywhere we go and this was by far the worst one I've ever had. As soon as it hit the table I knew it wouldn't be good. It tasted like canned tomato sauce and the lack of meat in the sauce was a joke. The burger that everyone has been raving about was also a massive let down. It's on the smaller side compared to other places. You could barely taste the cheese or caramelized onions because it was drowning in Dijon that just left a sour taste in your mouth. The fries were good but they're fries. Despite all this we decided to get the 2 desserts. The baked Alaskan was good and the skillet cookie was very so chocolatey and gooey but the smallest little dollop of ice cream was pretty pathetic. I am glad we finally got to try it because I would have been left wondering if the hardest reservation in LA was truly as good as all the influencers say, but now I can confidently say I wouldn't recommend it to a single person. $600 for 4 people is insane when there are genuinely amazing restaurants out there where each item hits and you can get double the food. While the presentation of the food is visually appealing that's as far as it goes. Massive waste of time and money. read more

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I liked it. Came in for some dinner. Inside is warm and stylish. A good amount of seating. I like that it's mostly booths. There's also bar seating. It's a good place for couples or small groups. I started off with the fried coconut prawns. They were pretty good. I got the cheeseburger for my main and it was great. Juicy with great flavors. The fries were good and I liked the little horseradish sauce they give. It even goes great on the cheeseburger. Portions were just ok though. If you're a low-key fatty like me you'll definitely need an appetizer and main to get full. Still a lot of hype around this place right now. Reservations are definitely recommended. They do open up the bar seating for walk-ins. I was there a little after opening and the wait was more than an hour. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's street parking but you might have to walk a block or two. read more

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Came here on a Sunday evening to celebrate a birthday, and overall it was a solid dinner experience. The restaurant immediately makes an impression with its stylish booth seating and the open kitchen/bar area, which serves as the visual centerpiece of the space and creates a lively atmosphere. We started with the loaded potato fritters. The flavors were enjoyable, though I would have preferred the potatoes to be served hotter. Perhaps this is intentional to preserve the cream cheese layer, but it left me wanting a bit more warmth from the dish. Still, it was a pleasant start to the meal. The Spring Goddess Salad was light, crisp, and refreshing. The chicories added a peppery bite that elevated the combination of tomatoes, corn, and pecans. I wouldn't have minded a touch more dressing, but the balance of flavors and textures made it an enjoyable course. The grilled ribeye was the standout of the evening. It was cooked perfectly, with a beautiful crust and just the right amount of marbling. The accompanying sauces complemented the steak well without overpowering it. We also added an order of garlic bread, and it was hard to resist--freshly baked, generously buttered, and exactly what you want from a comfort-food side. For dessert, we opted for the skillet cookie. Served warm with ice cream and finished with a pinch of salt, it struck a nice balance between sweet and savory and was a satisfying way to end the meal. Don't overlook the cocktail menu. The martini selection is extensive and expertly crafted, making it a great choice for anyone who appreciates a classic cocktail. I especially loved that they offer mini martinis, which makes it easy to sample more of the menu and discover new favorites. Overall, this is a neighborhood spot with a welcoming vibe, quality food, and a strong beverage program. While I enjoyed the experience, I do think it's slightly overhyped given the buzz surrounding it. read more

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This place was on my to go list- and I was finally able to get a reservation. Food was really good. However, the service needs improvement. We felt like our waiter was in a rush to leave our table. Would go back again. Parking is easy to find in the surrounding streets. Ambiance was nice too. It gave such a cozy vibe! read more

Hermon's - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Truly a neighborhood gem. The energy, ambience, and the food came together on my visit. The host was enthusiastic, friendly and multitasking. Cocktails were offered and served while waiting on the table... perfect timing because we were seated after two sips. I was a party of four and we brought 2 bottles of wine knowing the corkage was $35 per bottle. Our server was attentive and efficient. The service and food were excellent. The pics don't show the favors . I read previous reviews and decided to get the Bronzino...it was stunning... everything was. read more

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5 STARS. I find it really interesting that there's reviews where people either absolutely love this place or dont. The swing is wild, but I had an amazing meal here, so lets get to it. Make a reservation. I got lucky and just checked a few days out, and must have caught it when someone canceled their reservation, so the resy gods were on my side. Showed up, had a little tiny wait while they prepared the table, but was seated promptly. Came in blind, so asked the server was she suggested, so we ran with it. Lets get to the food: Loaded Potato Fritter: Pure fire. Get it and make sure to add the trout roe because it will take it to another level. This was crispy, dense, and light at the same time. The cream cheese cloud mixed w the trout roe is an experience you'll just have to try. Get this. Steak Tartare: They do not skimp on the tartare here. The beef was perfectly tender with an easy chew. and was packed w flavor and a perfect kick of spice. I could eat this everyday. Get this. Tuna Crudo: Super fresh tuna, and that tangerine kosho was a chefs kiss ingredient to add another level of flavor to such a simple dish. Whole Grilled branzino: This was the star of the show. honestly next level. Get a piece of one of the chili roasted tomotos popped on top with a bite of the super light flakey top of the branzino, but also the ridiculously pillowy meat of the actual fish and you transcend to one of the best branzinos in the entire city. Get this. Steak and Frites: This was the only thing that was a bit standard. The Fries were good, and the steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, but the au poivre sauce could have use a bit more oomph of flavor. Overall an experience of a meal, and I love a meal that takes you places. One of the best meals and new restaurants in LA. but yes its extremely annoying and hard to get a reservation here, which i can see why when ppl struggle to get a reservation they expect the world when they get in, but trust me this is THE spot. read more

Went tonight after finally being able to get a reservation. We arrived a bit early and were seated promptly. Ordered a couple cocktails, appetizers and mains. Started off with the bread and butter which was fantastic. Moved on to both the scallop and yellowtail crudos. They were both very good and the quality of the ingredients really shined. Next up we had the stonefuit salad and the mushroom bourguignon. Both were also outstanding. We'll be back to try the cheeseburger read more

Does anyone remember the now closed Gigi's in Hollywood? Hermon's follows the exact same playbook: A purportedly high-end restaurant whose experience is ruined by its "cool kid" front-of-the-house team. Would I recommend Hermon's? Absolutely not. Am I glad I went? Sure, I'll try anything once. The good: 1. Hermon's is a classically beautiful American brasserie. Visually, it makes a great first impression. It's brand new but already looks like a local institution. 2. Very good food. The branzino was insanely good. If you go, get it. But some weak spots too. None of these were bad per se, they just didn't live up to the hype: 1) A mushy cast iron skillet chocolate chip cookie that's like something on the menu at TGI Fridays. 2) An overrated (and overloaded) potato fritter that's good but not that good. 3) A Hokkaido scallop aguachile that was beautifully prepared but looked like it was made with one very small thinly sliced scallop. It was embarrassingly puny compared with how Hermon's features this dish on IG. 4) A very meh yuzu margarita. The bad: 1. Abysmally inadequate service from a team that's just way too junior. They are essentially a bunch of food runners having a lot of fun being in the right place at the right time. Our waiter (maybe she was our waiter? ... it's hard to know for sure) was dutifully nice but pretty much missing in action. And the greeter/host was shockingly impersonal. She officiously clutched her iPad like she was going into combat. By and large, it's a team that has drunk its Kool Aid so hard, they are blind to their blundering inadequacies. 2. Kitchen pacing is fast/slow and out-of-sequence. It was constantly off and it destroyed the experience. Overall: The genius of this place is that it sits at the crossroads of South Pasadena, East Los Angeles, and the SGV. The crowd is refreshingly normal. But the staff is just so deplorably lazy, casual, and absent, the experience nets out to be very mid...which is unfortunate, because the room is stellar and the food is pretty good. On the bright side, you get decent bang for the buck compared with a lot of other aspirational and overrated Instagram darlings. But then again, we only ordered one drink because A) Our martini and margarita were so average and B) No one ever asked. (Again, everyone is just a food runner who's always on the run.) read more

I've been wanting to come here for awhile now and finally snagged a reservation here! We arrived just before 6pm and our server kindly squeezed in a couple happy hour drinks and their famous cheeseburger before the cutoff, which was such a nice touch. What we ordered: Garlic bread (9/10): buttery, garlicky heaven. Just order it. Chopped chicories salad (8/10): sweet and garlicky. Good, but a bit much after a few bites. Ode to Chez cheeseburger (8/10): cooked medium rare by default. Solid.. though my partner loved it more than I did. Two sheet vongole (10/10): The standout entree. Loved everything about this unique dish. Lemon baked Alaska (100/10): I may have just found my new favorite dessert. Everything felt intentional from the decor to the way the food is prepared. Also the ambiance strikes that perfect balance of cool and cozy. Definitely a strong date night spot that we will continue to visit! read more

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Wow what a mind blowing experience here. Hermons definitely lives up to ALL the hype and no wonder why it's sooooo hard to find a reservation on Resy. The ambience is incredible and the service was also amazing. They really know what they're doing. The bar in the middle is beautiful and so welcoming for walkins. Food highlights for appetizers are tuna crudo, potatoes pave - make sure to get the trout crudo on it (kinda taste like lox and bagels but better), and the beef tartar which has a spicy kick to it! The potatoes are likely the best potatoes I've ever had in my life!! For main, we LOVED the branzino!!!! Wow the tomatoes on top were so sweet and delicious. They paired this dish sooooo well with the sauce and dill on top. definitely a MUST TRY!!!! I thought they steak frites was good but I've had better- maybe the sauce was a little light on it. Yuzu margarita was also so delishhhhh!!!!! I'm already looking for a resy to book to go back :) read more

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Got a res at Hermon's on a Friday night and felt like I'd won the lottery! They are hard to snag - you either have to get lucky refreshing for a random day, or be strategic for when the reservations open up. We arrived at 5:45 and were seated promptly for our reservation. We ordered a dirty martini and yuzu marg (happy hour!) and the happy hour burger, as well as the tuna crudo, loaded potato fritter, snap peas, and two sheet vongole. We originally wanted fries and garlic bread, but our waitress suggested we swap to the potato fritter for their more quintessential dish. Drinks and crudo came out first and quickly. The crudo was fresh and light - loved it. The drinks were strong but well-mixed. Very good! Next came the snap peas which had great flavor with the muhammara. Then we got the potato fritter. This was decadent but also very satiating. While it was yummy, it was also quite heavy, and could've done with a smidge more balance. The burger and two sheet vongole came last as our entrees. The burger was juicy and delicious. Vongole was also tasty for a few bites but the flavor profile felt similar to the potato fritter, with cream and cheese. It felt heavy quickly. We had to try dessert and opted for the lemon baked Alaska for something unique. This was tasty and the meringue was perfect. Service was excellent and the vibes were great. Next time we would order the garlic bread, steak frites, and cookie skillet and call it a day. read more

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Do make your reservations. They do fill up very quick with a line out the door almost daily because they are only open 5p-10p and the obvious (this place is really good). With happy hour $10 drinks and $18 fancy cheeseburger that ends at 6pm daily. This place is the talk of town since opening about a year ago. There is some parking on the street but not easy since there are almost always tons of cars parked on street. Side street is a huge hill which you can park too. On the hill is where you will find the valet parking. Once you step inside the decor is super gorgeous stylish with a twist of fancy modern restaurant appearance. Servers are dressed in uniform. Bar is packed with every drink possible with the best alcohol curators in the area. Do try the garlic bread that everyone talks about. Crispy tasty and so soft inside. Scallops dish so fresh and so sharable. Happy hour cheeseburger is one huge sirloin so thick you might not finish. Do add the $6 fries that are so good and very little oil. Drinks- do order the $10 Yuzi margaritas if you are here before 6pm. After 6pm I do order the high end wines that is hard to find locally. Dessert I have only tries the lemon baked alaska that is filled with soft lemon custard meringue topped with vanilla ice cream. Do not take your time dining because reservations keep coming in so be prepared to be moved if you want to stay long. Hemon's hats off to being so fabulous to this small community. read more

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Hermon's did not disappoint! The staff were very friendly, and the service overall was great as well. If you are looking for a solid date night dining experience, this place has it all. When we arrived at 4:45pm to get in line, there were already about 14-15 people ahead of us. They opened right at 5pm. I had heard that they only have 18 seats at the bar which are reserved for walk-ins, and since I saw people reserving spots in line for their groups, I was nervous we wouldn't get a seat, but it all worked out! So if you are a party of 2 and hoping to get a seat at the bar, I would arrive NO LATER than 4:45pm. If possible, arrive even earlier just to be safe. All of the food we ordered was truly amazing. It was clear that they took their time to prepare the food and plate everything well. It seemed like everything was delivered so precisely, it made me feel like I was guest on a cooking show. Happy Hour $18 Cheeseburger - While it looks simple, it was incredibly flavorful and juicy. The burger patty was cooked medium-rare to perfection. Personally, I wouldn't have got the burger had it not been for the happy hour price. I just can't see myself spending $24 on any burger no matter how good it was. Two Sheet Vongole - I've never had pasta in this form before. It was a very unique take on vongole pasta, but it was very special. The flavor was insane. So good. I do wish it had at least one more layer of the pasta sheet because I eat a lot, but then again I also shared it with someone so had I eaten it all to myself it probably would have been enough. Loaded Potato Fritters - Looking at it I was in awe and thought to myself "how the heck did they make this." I can't recall ever having potatoes like this before, but it was amazing. The thin layers of potato, the crisp, the cream cheese cloud, all went perfectly together. Every bite was literally perfect. Skillet Cookie - Like everything else we ate, the cookie was amazing. I would just say though, that I wished it was a little bit bigger haha. But again, I also shared it with someone. Additionally, I couldn't help but think about the Pizookie from BJ's. For a place like Hermon's I do wish that this dessert was a bit more unique than something I've eaten at a chain restaurant. read more

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I am sure that most of us have heard the story of the Emperor's New Clothes, in some way or another. And its key moral is that sometimes people do not go against the popular/collective opinion because they do not want to be the sheep that gets the dunce cap for not seeing what all other fleece wearing animals do--- the agreed upon truth. There was an also an experiment where the last person in a line of folks agreed that a short line was the longest line of a group of lines. The folks were lying, the person in the end was the one being assessed. He agreed because he did not want to dissent against the group, and as he did his jovial nature and positive outlook on life dwindled and he became a sunken shell of who he used to be before. And all because he did not want to go against the opinion shaped by a small mass or because he feared not seeing the clothes on the royal one, that all else did. I share this because I am going to be a dissenter, I am going to cast stones at Hermon's and I fear being the townsperson that does not taste the greatness of what the emperor fancies. So in a way I fear being given the cap fit for the uncooth. The valet was only 10.00 dollars so I decided to utilize the service because sometimes my desire for comfort outweighs my desire for fiscal responsibility. When I got in there, I informed the host that I was a solo diner and I wanted a spot. According to some reels this place is an impossible reservation, but frankly, I have heard that before and it was more exaggeration than actual fact. I sat and waited, annoyed, after being told I would have to wait for around 30 minutes but I could have a seat. This part is on me, I could have been less annoyed after the wait reveal but like every person reading this review at times I can act like a human. So I waited, sat. I took out my phone watch some reels to pass the time, a fellow diner asked me to turned down my volume. I did. He wanted confirmation that his asked was reasonable, but all I did was silence my cellphone. We have all been guilty of being unintentionally inconsiderate and I could easily respond to his ask. He did not need me to tell him that his ask was reasonable, he assumed it was by offering it. I waited. The wait was a small type of torture, like wanting to scratch your back but not being able to contort in such a way to get at the gnaw. I asked a few times. I understood there this was one spot at the bar that was designated for solo diners. And the person who was there was slowly enjoying their food so they could not give me her spot. So I waited. I saw people being escorted to their seats. I saw people being given drinks. I was like, I am here waiting, almost in a desolate island, and no one has given me a lei to silently tell me relax by the water with a drink and hand and soon your boat will come to shore. I asked, can I have a drink, to the first host and he went to get me their their classic Vodka Martinin with Blue Cheese stuffed olives. I had the olives they were a splendor. The actual slurps of the Vodka tasted like fire water. I could take only a few. After I asked a different host, she said, I did not know that you were waiting, and she consulted the first host I spoke to and then a server- who was bald, I did not get his name and I was sat at the bar. Now, I am thinking that they always had a place for me, they just did not look hard enough or followed policy in a way that did not leave room for appropriate interpretation given the realities of the minutes. I got their fabled hamburger and for me it was a miss. I looked online but I could not find what the hamburger had. At first, I was excited because I saw sesame and sesame seeds on a bun are always easy to enjoy. I tasted horseradish too. The meat was the reason the burger missed its mark. The server said that it was cooked medium well, or something like that, and let me tell you it was weirdly cooked. Like I did not enjoy its texture-- kind of chewy but also kind of undercooked, and also gritty in taste. I also got their loaded potato fritters that looked like a french toast dessert. These were solid, like good. But, they did not make up for the meal. Their visual presence was also a confusing delight and attracted the attention of the pair of diners to my left. So that was good. Earlier I had asked the server, if he could take back the Martini because I was not enjoying it. He did. When the bill came the Martini was there. I asked you to return it why is it still in the bill. The bald server retorted, in a quietly polite way, that I had drank half of it. If you would have taken a sip and gave it back it would have been different. He asked me what I thought was fair? I told him I told you. He said I will give you a discount. I said ok. He came back with the Martini removed and explained that I had convinced him. I grimaced anew when I wrote that. I am ok with this place, I do not think that I will go back despite the hype of its garb. read more

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Loved Hermon's!! For two we ordered the Grilled Snap Peas, Potato Fritter, Burger and Two Sheet Vongole. The sleeper hits might have been the Grilled Peas and Vongole! Loved the spice and textural contrast of the Peas and the Vongole was super unique and tasty. The Burger is also solid, but has a very mustard-forward sauce. Don't skip dessert! The Lemon Baked Alaska was A+. The restaurant has a great neighborhood feel with decent space between tables...appreciated the two-top booths. Just sad I don't live closer so I could go more regularly!! read more

Had a co-worker put me on to this restaurant, which I wasn't even aware of, so decided to head over after a movie the other night. No reservations were available, tried waking in but there was an hour wait, so for on the wait-list anyways and was she to get a take in about 25 minutes. Not bad. Started off with cocktails because that's just what we do. The Mai Tai was your traditional Mai Tai with the runs, Curacao and orgeat. Good flavor and loved the presentation. The blood orange daiquiri was different but also has good flavor. Seems the Daiquiri changes based on fruit in season, which is fun. For food, we started with the scallop crudo. Scallops were perfect, the tangerine didn't give an overbearing citrus flavor while the red onion have some texture. But the dish also didn't necessarily stand out as being memorable, but was still good and fresh. For entrees we went with the vongole and the burger. The vongole was very interesting, didn't think I've had anything like it before. Almost like if a lasagna and a pizza had a baby. So much going on and so much forgot with the clams, guanciale, parm, crab and breadcrumbs for texture. Just a really yummy entree. The burger was also very good and definitely passes the eyeball test when it is sitting right in front of you. The meat is covered in a soubise fondue which adds so much forgot and richness to each bite. A very good burger. Overall, great newer restaurant to the Los Angeles food scene. Drinks were quiet, as was the good, and service was great as well. Definitely a nice place to take a date or meet with friends for a couple drinks. So grab a reservation, sit down and enjoy! read more

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This review pains me because I've been wanting to try this place for SO long and it looked absolutely insane. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype for me (but maybe also because my expectations were through the roof). We got there at 4:50PM on a Tuesday and there was already a line of about a dozen people. Luckily, we were seated by 5:15, which meant we could get the "happy hour" marg and cheeseburger. Honestly, I loved the cheeseburger and the potato-cream cheese cloud. But the garlic bread and ragu bolognese were just okay. I think it was our mistake for ordering such decadent items; I'd suggest making sure your menu is somewhat balanced. The skillet cookie was small but rounded out the meal well. read more

Hermon's - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If I only had the burger, I would give this place five stars. I don't even like onions on my burger, but they just fit so perfectly and they're grilled enough where you don't feel the texture of them if you're kind of a raw onion hater like me. They just add to this perfect tasting burger. The steak and frites were fantastic. We got way more shrimp than we bargained for with the coconut fried tiger prawns and then those potatoes! They call them potato fritters but it's really potato pavé. Good lord! We end with the Alaskan meringue with its cold center was superb. My friend ordered the tiny tini and she said it's her perfect cocktail. It's just her size; she doesn't like a full drink and that one was perfect. Can't wait to go back and try something else and maybe just have another one of those burgers. I also want to sit up at that bar because it's absolutely gorgeous. I've never seen a restaurant where the expediting area was inside the bar area. Interesting. read more

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The hype is finally real! Usually a new restaurant opens and everyone talks about how great it is and then it inevitably falls short.....AND THAT IS NOT HERMON'S. What a meal! Everything was amazing, but the Two Sheet Vongole is truly special. It's fun to eat, it's everything you love and a clam pasta without having to pick the clams out of shells, the flavors are bright and savory. The Baked Alaska is fantastic with so much meringue it's like what you thought eating a cloud would be like when you were a kid. The Loaded Potato Fritters will make you smile so much. And the drinks were bangarang. Service is A+++. Everyone is so nice, so happy, so thrilled to be there. The staff is just really kind and clearly love being a part of this team and it makes the place feel really special. Ambiance - fantastic. The lighting was warm, the music was low, the booths were packed with smiling people. I dunno ya'll - feels like a GEM. read more

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My husband and I had an absolutely spectacular meal here. Had to make the reservation a couple weeks ahead of time, but it was well worth it. The restaurant itself is beautiful, dimly lit, and cozy. The service was very attentive and friendly. We started off with a Garibaldi cocktail and a Chef's 50/50 martini. Both drinks were fantastic, and the blue cheese olives in the martini were amazing. For food, we ordered the chicory salad and fries to start. The salad was so simple but incredible - we wanted to save some to take home but we couldn't stop eating it!! It was basically a riff on a Caesar salad but with chicories instead, and was piled high with shaved parm. The fries were also perfect, served with ketchup and an addictive horseradish mayo. I think they might have been lightly battered because they were extra tasty and crunchy like curly fries. For mains, we had the two sheet vongole pasta and the mushroom bourguignon. The vongole was a fun concept - a thin pasta sheet with a creamy and lemony clam sauce. I just wished there were a bit more sauce on it. The mushroom bourguignon was a hearty dish - tender mushrooms over a rich and buttery polenta. We really enjoyed it. We were too full for dessert at this point so we didn't get anything, but I'd like to try the Baked Alaska next time! We just shared a yuzu margarita as a nightcap before heading out. It was good, but the yuzu flavor was not prominent enough - would skip that next time. For us, while everything was great, the highlights of the evening were the 50/50 martini, chicory salad, and fries. Overall, the meal was really memorable, and we're looking forward to the next time we can return! read more

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The wait for my party of 2 was about 1.5 hours. Service was excellent. Food was ok. The garlic bread and the loaded potato fritter was so greasy, I just didn't enjoy it. My daughter liked her cheeseburger even though it was also a little too greasy. My rage bolognese was average. I enjoyed the chocolate chip skillet. Seemed to be a great neighborhood hangout, nice ambience. read more

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