This place is absolutely wonderful and a great spot for a date. We went here to celebrate a…read morebirthday and were not disappointed with the decision. The food was outstanding. You can tell the chefs are dedicated to the craft. They're a 2025 bib gourmand restaurant and are hoping to aim for their first star, so their efforts into the decor, ambiance, and food shows (good luck!). The waitstaff/chefs were also very attentive. Mussels Tart - really delicious. Super unique and beautifully plated. No taste of fishiness or the ocean. Just overall a 5/5 dish that you must try. Beef tongue - I normally enjoy beef tongue thinly sliced at a Korean BBQ restaurant or coarsely chopped up in a street taco. They do it differently here. The beef tongue is one big cube. It's very flavorful and tender. Not as amazing as the mussels tart but still worth a try. Chili crab - this put them on the map. SUPER DELICIOUS. It's not what you'd expect from a creation called 'chili crab'. There's no shell to be seen and the crab meat is actually buried underneath. Scoop from the inside out. Tons of flavor and I wished the portion size was doubled. Lamb pappardelle - if you like lamb then you'll love this. Lots of different spices and flavors. It has a very deep flavor profile that makes you appreciate all the work and thought that went into designing this dish. I'd get this again also! Strawberry tiramisu - they brought this out for the birthday celebration. They prepared it in a gigantic bowl. Scooped out a generous portion and plated it right in front of us. I have a soft spot for tiramisu so I'd recommend this too. Best of luck on the Michelin star! I'd come back. 5/5

This place deserves the love. There is a lot to like. They do a lot of things well…read more Shout out to the team for accommodating us for an indoor tasting menu when we showed for our reservation. Resy wasn't as clear and we had booked a veranda table, which is ALC and not tasting at all. The joys of having an early reservation closer to opening. Though they said that they would need the table back by 7:15PM, at some point, this was no longer a thing...more on that later. Dinner was great. The food is thoughtful and fun. It reminded me a lot of Jeune et Jolie in Carlsbad, but more ambitious. The plating was beautiful. When the courses came to the table, you there was an element of excitement because we had a clear view of the pass and had an idea of what was coming our way. Service was tremendous. We wanted for nothing. The dishes here are presented simultaneously with graceful fanfare. Everything was effortless and warm...very much like Jeune et Jolie. The somm program here is also terrific. Really loved the wine pairings. The wines were fun and did their job to enhance the plates. Highlights: banana Negroni, clam shashlik, tomato, fish en brodo, rice & honey We had a fun evening. The experience is great. There is room for improvement. Pacing was a little out of control. We were here for 4 hours for 10 courses. They're pretty ambitious trying to push all of this out and turn the table twice during service...this clearly did not happen the night we were there. There were long lulls between courses, but our group was full of longtime friends and we had plenty to talk about and the somm team refilled our wine glasses. A few times we noticed the time in between, but it didn't impact our experience much. There is so much potential here. You know they are trying for a star. The Bib on the shelf isn't enough. If they can work on the timing bit, I think they are well on their way. Maybe also be a little more discerning and not reusing elements in the meal...a couple of times I heard reuse of significant components, but I can understand the need for a low waste kitchen. I'd be happy to revisit once the timing issue is corrected. We have to give them some time to work on this as they recently converted to tasting menu.

Nice wine shop with large selection of wines from around the world. Order wine by the glass or by…read morethe flight. Lots of nice accompaniments including charcuterie and chocolates plus snacks. A nice wine of the month club. Patio and interior seating. Good stuff to chill and enjoy some great wine. Very friendly knowledgeable staff!

We've been wine club members for years and I can't believe I haven't left a review yet. This place…read moreis amazing. We are so lucky to have this wine shop in our neighborhood. We look forward to our wine pickup every month. The rotation of wines we bring home is consistently good. It's an awesome way to discover new and interesting wines. We also love sitting outside for tastings. My wife and I will do a flight of reds and a flight of whites so we can try them all. The staff is so helpful and knowledgeable about the wines. Highly recommend popping in for a tasting or picking up a bottle here before your next dinner party. If you're overwhelmed by the options just ask one of the workers and they will help you out! This is a true neighborhood staple.

We came in for a family lunch and are so glad we did -- the food was absolutely delicious! It was…read morebittersweet to find out it was their last day, but Skylar shared some exciting news: they're opening a new concept next month. We can't wait to see what they come up with next. Highly recommend catching their new spot when it opens in June!

The Decadence Cheeseburger, Chicken Sliders, and Skinny Fries were good. A relaxed restaurant…read morewalking distance from Hermosa Beach.

I love this place! I've been to both this original location and the El Segundo one. Both scratch…read morethe itch for a casual wine and cheese afternoon. Despite being in a random and unassuming spot off of a main thoroughfare, the inside atmosphere here is welcoming and comfortable and relaxing. I love that they have affordable wine flights (especially with options from Piedmonte and France) and super reasonable cheese plates. Perfect spot for a drink and snacks without feeling like you put a real dent in your wallet.

Half wine shop, half hangout, Barsha's communal tables are awesome for casual conversation over…read moresnacks and sips. The weekly tasting flight is best for getting an idea of what you want. The Lyrarakis Vidiano Queen White 2025 from Crete is a rare white I do not hate, and the MAAL Biutiful Malbec has an overripe fruit flavor that I totally dig. I always fall for the Hand of Fatima - lots of dips, perfect for nibbling and sharing. There are always meats and cheeses as well. It's been 10 years, and I still love this place. Their carefully curated spirits and never-ending supply of charcuterie means there's something for everyone and an excellent time for all.

The weather was nice out so we set out to find a restaurant where we could eat on the patio and…read morehave our 60 lb Goldendoodle tag along. We gave Barsha a call and they were more than happy to accommodate us! Plus they were extra kind to set our pup up with a massive bowl of ice cold water. We were quite overwhelmed by the food menu because literally everything sounded delicious. Literally everything we ordered exceeded out expectations. - The Falafel sliders are the most ordered item for a reason. Absolutely incredible with the perfect amount of flavor; deliciously crispy falafel and amazing buns. We ordered this dish twice! It was that damn good. - The crispy bread sounds pretty straight forward but it was also a standout. High quality bread all nice and toasty paired with this incredible olive-infused butter. - The Tunisian bruschetta almost got ordered twice as well. The tuna was phenomenal and makes for a great shared plate. I'm a sucker for any dish with an egg on it so will 100% be ordered this next time we stop in. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to order the lamb meatballs nor the tounsi brik. But I'm very eager to stop back in and give those a try. Also, major shout out to the staff. The service was absolutely incredible. CJ was our main server but literally every staff member that we interacted with was kind to our son, kind to our dog and kind to us. Servers gave what felt like genuine recommendations and it seemed like the team members enjoyed working there. We admittedly came in with low expectations and walked away convinced that we've found a new local favorite. Please go give this place a try!

Visited on a whim for dinner and left with an absolute fave restaurant in the South Bay! Decor was…read moreOK, it was nice when they turned on the lights and the lamps shone decorations on the walls. Tableware is pretty basic, but the food definitely isn't, customer service was excellent too. We wanted one of everything on the menu, including the specials that day, but went with: Crazy about Beets - beautiful magenta beet hummus with yellow roast beet sprinkled with pistachio and dukkah with charred tomatoes. The flavours, texture, and freshness was a stand out. Really loved this dish.10/10 Roasted Cauliflower - OMG died and gone to heaven! 100/10 Falafel Sliders - 2 in a serve so you can share, crunchy, spicy, oh so moreish, good flavour and texture 8/10 Quinoa Tabbouleh - lovely lemony mouthfuls with a mint hit Chicken Mosli - the turmeric broth was amazing, soaking the veg and chicken in such a flavourful broth made everything extra 10/10 De Soi Rose - a pre mixed drink which had a pleasant berry taste (rather like Ribena if you are from the UK), refreshing and easy to drink Baumgartner white wine - Austria, little of a wine gum taste akin to sav blanc, not as much of the pepper taste I was expecting, but still eminently drinkable We really enjoyed our dinner and will be back again soon, with the beets and cauliflower definitely our first choices followed by something different, as we work our way through the entire menu!

I have been here 3 times now, so we can assume I like the place!! Came twice with girlfriends and…read morewe all got wine flights - I love that they have 3 diff flights to choose from! Very cool!! We also got various meat and cheese boards which went well! And the most recent time my hubby and I came on New Year's eve! It was decorated festively and hats, and tiaras and horns which got us in the mood! We each got a glass of wine while waiting for our reservation at TRB! They even had live music with a lady singing and playing piano/keyboard - very nice start to our evening! Keep on, keeping on!

Another amazing Sunday afternoon at this beautiful boutique wine bar by the beach! The owner Amber…read moreis a friendly and wonderful host recommending the best wines to our individual palate and providing 5 star service! We were a group of 6 with 2 doggies and had a wonderful time! Best way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

Solid beach smash burger…read more Solid tots Great beach burger shack vibes. 11/10 We had two smash burgers and tots. Clean food very tasty could not put it down

A very tasty burger and the ingredients were all very fresh. Next time I'll get it with easy on the…read moresauce (it was a bit too overpowering and oozed out the other end). Tots were good but they are nothing special. Next time I'll get the fries. It's a relaxed and casual atmosphere (we sat outside) and I'll certainly try again.

Baran's is a great place to come with a group, especially since most of the menu consists of…read moresmaller plates meant to be shared family-style. The dishes come out as the chef prepares them, so you can share, and enjoy everything as it arrives. Our friends recommended this place because they're regulars. One of the must get items is the focaccia bread. It was so good that I'd order it again! Some of our other favorites were the Caledonia Blue Prawn Tagliarini, Chanterelle Mushroom Toast, and Kanpachi Ceviche. The fried chicken was a little dry, but maybe we just caught them on an off day. For dessert, we tried both the Caramel dessert and the Mochi Cake. Between the two, I'd definitely order the Mochi Cake again. Service was friendly and prompt throughout our meal. Overall, we had a great time here with our friends. And now I'm VERY, VERY interested in their breakfast burrito menu. I heard you can only order it through IG, so I hope to checking that out soon!

This place is excellent! It does not miss!…read more The Mrs and I come here pretty regularly (probably like 30x in the last few years), so we are familiar with the food, drink, service, and ambiance. The food is just delicious! Some dishes are regular. Some are new, often creative and flavorful. They keep it interesting and novel with new dishes. My favorites are the focaccia bread, prawns (new), ceviche, maple apple salad, prawn pasta, and steak frites. The steak and fries are really something special! Jason and his Team are excellent! Good service. Friendly and warm. As a South Bay native, Jason captures the local vibe of being friendly, chill (80s slang), and polite. His Team is the same, and I like it! I also notice that if a couple wants more quiet time, they catch the pulse and give more space. That's called reading the room! After a meal here, I always walk away thinking "man, another hit. So good!" And, the wife loves it too!

Small restaurant up the hill from Hermosa Beach…read more The moment you walk into Sosta, you feel like you are entering someone's home kitchen, and feel like part of their family. The fact that they speak Italian adds to the feel of authenticity and the waitstaff was on point the whole night. The dim lighting with the real wax candles, adds a intimate touch. The food started with a simple Hamachi Crudo, which was simple and elegant. The warm bread that accompanied it is a nice and appreciated surprise at the beginning of the meal. Next up was the octopus, which was served warm, and was not rubbery or chewy at all. The eggplant Parmesan was a little bit on the colder side, but taste wise very sweet, tender, and you could tell each portion was made lovingly. The gnocchi was soft, creamy, rich, and decadent, and the sauce was equally rich and a great pairing. When you were only served five pieces of gnocchi, somehow you feel more appreciative of each bite and that was certainly the case here. You probably wouldn't want to eat a whole bowl of the stuff as it was extremely rich and luxuriously creamy. The last dish was the tiramisu which had a strong coffee flavor. Everything about the night was wonderful and I would highly recommend trying it out!

The restaurant was recommended by someone from Italy so I figured we would try it. NOT SORRY!!!…read more The food here is amazing and having just returned from Italy, I can say it's even better than some of the meals I had there! Friends and I have tried the lobster gnocchi, eggplant parmesan, zucchini flower app, caprese and of course, dessert. All delicious, 10 out of 10! Juan is often there and he is one of the kindest humans. I would recommend reservations. Parking in Hermosa can sometimes be a bit of a pain, but I promise it's worth it!!

Sad day today this place is closing today. It's been my go to for great food & service with…read moreexcellent people watching and sunsets for years. Glad I got eat here yesterday for once last awesome fish & chips with excellent Bloody Mary. I'm gonna miss this place. Hopefully something good will replace it.

Pro: It was fun ordering single quantities of shrimp, scallops, and oysters, especially when I…read morewanted a taste of seafood with my beer. I also enjoyed the anticipation of choosing what to order next, one piece at a time. I wish more seafood bars offered this option. We got beers. Only one beer option was on tap. I got a bottled beer instead. Service was friendly and bit laid back. Took some time for our food to come. You got the beach views.