Cancel

Open app

Search

Starbird Chicken

3.9 (246 reviews)
Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

Order Starbird Chicken Takeout or Delivery

Starbird Chicken Photos

Business Info

STARBIRD CHICKEN ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Trendy
Moderate noise
Good for groups

More like Starbird Chicken

Recommended Reviews - Starbird Chicken

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Parking for Starbird customers only
Derek W.

Every now and then, Starbird Chicken will send out emails with links to surveys asking customers about products they're considering to add to their menu. As a token of appreciation for taking the time to fill out these surveys, Starbird would add a reward to your account. Most of the time, the reward is valued at $5, but this most recent survey rewarded me with $6 off my next purchase! Starbird is kind of far from me that I wouldn't go just for some positively delicious chicken. However, when I was planning a day trip to the South Bay, I added Starbird to my itinerary, hoping to use my $6 reward, which was set to expire in a couple of weeks. When I came in, I saw two kiosks in front of the front counter, but since I had a reward to use, I wasn't totally sure if I could use that kiosk or if I had to order with an employee. The employee closest to the front (Jennah?) noticed me and was happy to answer my question. She mentioned that if I redeem my reward in store, a QR code would pop up, and she'd have to scan it to apply my reward. It took me a while to decide what to get with my $6 reward, but I went with the Chicken Parm sandwich, which is Starbird's newest sandwich. I hadn't seen it before, and when I asked Jennah, she mentioned it was added to the menu at the beginning of the year. The Chicken Parm sandwich consists of crispy chicken, marinara sauce, fresh basil, provolone cheese, basil pesto, and roasted garlic aioli on a soft round bun. While trying to redeem my reward in store, Jennah had to ask her co-worker a question about how to apply the reward to the transaction since a customer who ordered earlier in the day was using the same reward. It took a while for them to figure out how to apply the reward to my transaction. The normal price of that sandwich is about $10, so with the reward, I only had to pay $4 + tax, which is a steal of a deal, especially in today's economy. I asked Jennah how long I'd have to wait, and she estimated about 5 minutes, which was a little surprising because I was expecting at least 10. Nope, the actual wait time was 4 minutes, which did make me wonder how they cooked the chicken that fast?! During my wait, I grabbed a water cup by the drink dispenser and filled it with filtered water before selecting a table to eat my sandwich at. They have a monitor above the front counter that displays the order statuses. For whatever reason, my name was listed as hb, presumably for Hermosa Beach. I'm not sure my name even showed up in their system* because when my order was ready, Jennah simply said, "Chicken Parm sandwich" out loud. I knew it was mine because there wasn't any other customer inside at the time, but I would hope they don't utilize this practice during peak hours when any number of customers could order the same sandwich or salad. Even though I prefer grilled over crispy, I chose the crispy chicken this time since I hadn't had their crispy chicken in so long; choosing grilled would have also incurred a $1 upcharge, and I wanted an Abraham Lincoln to cover the cost of my sandwich. Unfortunately, the chicken exhibited too much crisp, which was more like on the verge of burnt kind of crisp. Given how quickly they assembled my sandwich, it made me wonder if the chicken was precooked and then tossed again in the fryer for a minute. Either that, or the oil they used must have been old. They use rice bran oil, which is a healthier alternative for frying chicken, but with how nearly burnt the chicken was, it's very possible the oil used to cook my chicken was reused from a prior customer's order. That was really the only blemish in my sandwich; otherwise, I enjoyed the overall flavors of the sandwich that I'm willing to give the third star here. Jennah also did a good job manning the front of the house, including making rounds at cleaning the dining area during her down time. Before going inside, I went around to look at the outdoor patio and saw they have new umbrellas. Hopefully, these new umbrellas are more resistant to wind, but since it wasn't windy on my last visit, I couldn't tell for sure. It was almost 5 PM on a Sunday afternoon, and the only other customers that came inside during my visit were customers that were picking up their online orders. Despite the small parking lot surrounding the restaurant, it was mostly vacant when I arrived. Overall, my faith in Starbird Chicken has been restored, though there's definitely still room for improvement. This last visit would have earned 4 stars, but on review updates, I only upgrade by one star unless the last rating was 1 star. Also, they plan to open a location in Torrance soon, and I'll be looking forward to seeing how their 4th SoCal location will fare! * I'm glad to see that I actually earned points, called stars, for my purchase, but I'm also kind of unhappy that all the stars I previously earned had expired from my account even though I was told in December 2023 that stars do not expire. Boo! :(

3 piece Classic Tender Box
Sarah P.

Ordered the 3 piece tender combo with the slaw and regular fries. There are 2 kiosks for self-service ordering. My meal gave me the option to choose with 2 sauces of my choice. Any extra over 2 sauces are 50 cents additional charge. I got the buffalo, star sauce and blazin ranch. I was really surprised how quick my order was done. My order was ready in minutes. The chicken was super tender and moist. The breading was crispy. The only thing was that I thought the breading was on the saltier side. The fries were yummy and the slaw was refreshing with a medley of kale, cabbage and carrots. The Star sauce reminded me of chick fil a sauce, but a tad bit sweeter and had a stronger bbq sauce flavor.

Salad
Kimberly K.

This was my last meal in 2025 and I'm not mad about it. The pictures on Yelp drew me to try this place out. It's a little shop on the corner and when you walk in you can order in person or on a kiosk. There's seating inside as well as a soda fountain with specialty lemonades and teas. The food is honestly surprisingly good for a fast food place. The salad was hearty and the dressing was delicious. I tried out the seasonal Japanese bbq salad which came with like a sesame ginger dressing. It came with lettuce, crispy wonton strips, radish, and bbq chicken. The chicken sandwich was juicy and tender and crunchy on the outside. It came with a sauce, tomatoes and pickles. It was a really good chicken sandwich. The chicken wings were probably my least favorite of the things we got. They were crunchy on the outside but I felt like quality of the wings wasn't as good as the quality of the other chicken. The garlic Parmesan was just okay for me. I think next time I would try the tenders instead. We got a variety of sauces as the wings came with up to 10 sauces. My favorite was the truffle aioli which was creamy with a nice umami flavor. We also got fries which were good on their own but even better dipped in all the different sauces. I wish there were more Starbirds near me because I would definitely frequent this place.

Thai Chicken Salad
Silvie C.

My coworker recommended Starbird to me, specifically the SFO terminal 1 location but ever since, I've been scanning delivery apps in other cities for a fix. The chicken chop salad, Thai salad, and crispy chicken options are all great but lately I've been reordering the Thai salad. The online allergen list specifies that the Thai salad with crispy chicken contains milk products. After emailing the Starbird team, they've informed me that if you opt for grilled chicken instead of the crispy, the entire order is milk-free. The crispy chicken is marinated in buttermilk, which yields a juicy product, and then coated in a rocky, crumbly, and crunchy breading. Don't get me wrong though, the grilled chicken is also moist. I feel like the Thai salad is somewhat of a misnomer. IMO it eats more like a Vietnamese style salad. The chicken is topped with mint and green onion, placed over an iceberg and shaved cabbage mix with pickled carrot, fried shallot, and sliced cucumbers. The sauce duo on the side consists of a sweet and salty fish sauce dressing and a thick and dreamy aioli. I like to pour the fish sauce over the entirety of the salad and then stab and dunk each bite in the aioli. I don't balk at the price because whoever is making those salads in Redondo fills those bowls so much, the lid doesn't even fit. One item I don't care for is the mango habanero dipping sauce which eats like a thinned out artificially flavored mango jam. It is not spicy nor does it taste like mango so def skip this one if you're trying to experience some Scovilles. Can't speak for the ambiance because, once again, I'm getting my items delivered so that no one sees me eating LOL

Sweet Thai Glazed  + Plain
Jenn G.

I first tried Starbird Chicken during a Yelp Elite Experience event back in 2022 when they were operating as a ghost kitchen. Fast forward to today, and I'm thrilled to see they now have a full-fledged restaurant in Hermosa Beach! Both times I've ordered from Starbird, I used their app, and both experiences were fantastic. I arrived early on both occasions, and the friendly staff went out of their way to accommodate me by preparing my orders ahead of the scheduled pickup time. My go-to order is always their bone-in wings. Starbird offers eight flavors to choose from: Nashville Blazin', Nashville Hot, Cali Gold BBQ, Sweet Thai Chili, Garlic Parmesan, Lemon Pepper, Classic Buffalo, and Plain. For each order, you can select up to two flavors. So far, I've tried the Plain, Sweet Thai Chili, and Cali Gold BBQ. The wings are flavorful and satisfying, though some are a bit on the small side. Pricing starts at $11.47 for 8 wings. In addition to selecting wing flavors, you can add up to two dipping sauces. Options include Star Sauce, BBQ, Buffalo, Ranch, and more. While the sauces are tasty, I've found the wings to be flavorful enough on their own--you don't necessarily need the extra sauce. Aside from the wings, I've also tried their Truffle Fries and Nashville Hot Fries. At $6.97, the fries are slightly on the pricey side, but the flavors are worth it. I loved both the truffle seasoning and the kick of the Nashville spice. Overall, Starbird Chicken is a solid spot for wings and fries. The friendly service, flavorful menu, and convenient app ordering make it a great choice when you're craving comfort food with a twist.

10 piece chicken nuggets
Jon M.

I've walked by Starbird several times and finally had the pleasure of eating there today. Service was excellent by a hardworking staff(shout out to amazing lead manager Linda)and my meal was ready in only 10 minutes. The restaurant is very convenient in Hermosa Beach at PCH and 5th St with indoor and outdoor seating and very clean. The star of the eating show, my 10 piece nuggets and fries was super fresh and delicious, some of the best chicken I've ever had. The nuggets are so big, all white meat, I could only eat 5 saving the remaining 5 for another meal which equals great value at only $12 for 10 large nuggets. The dipping sauces are also high quality, creamy and tasty. Highly recommended if you enjoy chicken and who doesn't?

Indian Hotbird Tender Box - NEW
Shobha S.

This is a hidden gem. Parking is in their parking lot. Busy area near pch. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. I went in to try the indian masala menu items. If you dont like oily things the sandwich aint for you. Not that oily but it is there towards the end of the sandwich. The sandwich itself just tastes amazing and pairs well with the sauce. The masala fries are just wow. Its like an explosion of flavor with sweet, spicy and tangy. The masala tenders were soft yet crunchy and its a no brainer. The sauces pair well. And no i didnt not try everything together, i went different days to try this limited menu items. The staff are helpful so ask for suggestions if need be. Has both kiosk ordering or order with a person. Staff is nice. The drinks are standard but the cream soda and mango lemonade is what i prefer. There is a restroom for customers only. Mondays is i believe $10 salad bowl day and thats what i'll try on my next visit.

Patrick M.

Went back to Starbird for a second visit and was very pleased to discover that they offer grilled chicken. I ordered the grilled chicken parm sandwich snd it was honestly one of the best grilled chicken sandwiches that I've ever had. Also, considering the high quality of the sandwich, the price was excellent. I usually don't criticize bad reviews on Yelp, but based on my two experiences at Starbird, I can't imagine what these people expected. For my money, you will not find a better fast foodish, chicken dining experience than Starbird.

Nashville hot
David M.

Still one of the best tenders in the South Bay. They have come a long way breaking into the SoCal food scene and establishing themselves as an iconic chicken joint. Staff is super friendly, fast and efficient. Clean restroom and good food. This place is a quick go to for good tenders and chickens. Their amount of different sauces they have is just out of this world.

Chicken Parm Sandwiches with fries
Jonathan M.

The chicken sandwiches were yummy. Had plenty of flavor and additional sauce was provided for additional flavor. The truffle fries were not too soft nor too crunchy, just how I like it. You can place your order using the self serving kiosk or order with the Starbird staff. The staff were really helpful to tell us what are the popular items. The only downside is that the ketchup machine was running low.

Elote Crispy Chicken Salad. Bomb !
Carrie H.

Great customer service. I ordered the elote crispy chicken salad. It was delicious! One of the best salads, I've had in a long time. Also, I ordered some nashville chicken tenders, sweet Thai chicken tenders & fries well done. My husband said it was good.. All well seasoned. Will definitely be back.

Chicken tenders with double fries
jeannette h.

Took my son here to redeem a coupon we received during fiesta Hermosa. This had been my first time, and decided to order the chicken tenders and fries. The guy at the counter was very friendly and took my order right away. Store looked clean and well kept. Take out order came out pretty quickly and drove home. Fries were pretty tasty and chicken tenders were crunchy and flavorful. Also has a side of ranch to go with it. I really like that they don't use any antibiotics in their chicken and it's always fresh, never frozen and hand breaded. Will come back to try their sandwiches or maybe a salad

I gifted 4 meals by taking a photo at Starbird with the free #GiftAMeal app.    01-26-2024
Alana M.

The first time I came here was for their Grand Opening in Oct. of 2022. I had signed up to be notified when they opened because they'd send out a free meal coupon. I took my order home to eat. When I opened up the contents, I knew there was too much food! We got 4 succulent wings and a tender plus slaw and fries. It was all were more than enough for two of us! It wasn't too busy when we were here this last visit on Jan. 26, 2024. We came after the lunch rush. It was apparent because the tables needed wiping down and the trash sat above the counter. We wiped our own table the best we could. The trash was eventually emptied. I love it when a company misses me! They recently sent me a coupon for a free salad, so I returned to try one. I made a Mobile Order and got the confirmation and notification of when it was about ready. The App is straight forward & easy to use. You can also order at the kiosks or with a cashier. Hubby & I shared the Chicken Chop Salad. We were going to order a Chicken Sandwich, but forgot. Glad we didn't because we were satiated without being stuffed. We also shared the It's It Ice Cream Treat. Hubby LOVES those! It's an unusual and nice surprise to see it on the menu! Oh, another interesting find was the Thai Iced Tea with flowing refills next to the iced tea & Lemonades! This Chicken Chop Salad was very tasty! We chose to make the chicken Nashville Hot Chicken for a buck more. This is not your ordinary salad! We really enjoyed all the ingredients packed into this salad! I am glad to report that the salad greens (romaine cabbage blend) were crispy and fresh! I wouldn't hesitate to get this again! The Nashville Hot Chicken on the salad that we paid extra for was not at all spicy. One thing I thought was pretty cool was that you can help fight hunger by donating a meal (or 4, like I did) and it doesn't cost you anything to do it! It is through the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. If you scan the QR Code (GiftAMeal App which you are not required to download), you can follow the steps listed. If you do a post of Instagram, FB, & X, you can donate 3 more meals. How cool is that?!?! I will return, but hopefully it will be sometime this year! I also need to use my Yelp Check-In Offer of 1FREE Fry with a $10 purchase.

Chicken Chop Salad - dressing on the side

See all

1 month ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Tony Z.
3
75
165

1 month ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

14 days ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 4
Thanks 1
Love this 5
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Austin

Austin

Helpful 44
Thanks 11
Love this 34
Oh no 8

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

5 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 5
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 1
Photo of Jon M.
910
1587
6412

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 3
Thanks 2
Love this 5
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Austin

Austin

Thank you for the 5 stars, David!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 17
Thanks 7
Love this 13
Oh no 1
Photo of Tay L.
956
113
2760

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

This is my favorite! I've always seen it and have been meaning to try. I got the seasonal tokyo sesame crunch salad and it was so good!

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Johnny M.
48
95
63

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Good food. Fair price . Its my weekly must eat . Services is fast and agile . Highly recommended

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Troy W.
170
14
1

7 months ago

The value of what you get is great. I recommend the salads, perfect size. Fast service when you order ahead. The Ap is easy to use.

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Cathy A.
154
91
145

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Austin

Austin

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Gem G.
0
26
6

10 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Got sick on 1/7/26. Old lettuce and questionable cleanliness standards. Be careful.

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Linda and Abas were so helpful. First time here so they helped us on recommendations. 10/10 chicken

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Jason L.
1101
1088
2227

3 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Austin

Austin

Helpful 8
Thanks 0
Love this 5
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

1 year ago

The food is great and their staff is really nice and accommodating. I definitely recommend!!

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Toshi I.
1128
1707
3291

3 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Austin

Austin

Helpful 12
Thanks 0
Love this 11
Oh no 0
Photo of K Z.
0
4
2

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Starbird Support

Starbird Support

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 7

Starbird Chicken Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - Starbird Chicken

Is the chicken you get certified halal. Waiting for a kind response?

Sorry I don't know. But if I had to guess I'd say probably not. You could try calling them to ask?

Are there any vegan options? Looks like the plant based is vegetarian? Any sauces that are vegan?

What specifically is gluten free?

Their website has an foods with allergens list.

View All 4 Questions

Gum Tree Cafe - Avocado Toast

Gum Tree Cafe

4.2(425 reviews)
0.5 mi
$$

Stopped by Gum Tree in Hermosa Beach and really enjoyed the cozy, welcoming feel inside. It's a…read morenice spot to sit, relax, and take a break from walking around the area. I had a coffee, which was good and hit the spot, and my friend ordered the grilled cheese with a fruit plate - simple, comforting, and nicely done. Service was good and staff friendly. One cool detail out front is a small wishing tree where you can hang tags, which adds a fun, thoughtful touch to the place. The gift shop next door was bright and festive, perfect for the holidays, and a great spot to pick up some last-minute, unique gifts you don't see everywhere. Overall, a really pleasant café and shop combo that's worth checking out.

I used to really enjoy the atmosphere, but over time things changed. Some employees started…read moretreating me poorly as a customer, and that didn't feel right. I'm an adult woman, almost 48, and I don't appreciate being told how I should behave in a disrespectful way. At one point, an employee even told me not to talk to other customers--even when they were the ones starting conversations with me. That felt like bullying. Thankfully, that employee is no longer there, but the overall attitude still hasn't fully improved. I've been bringing my two dogs with me for a long time without any issues. Recently, I was told I can't use the bathroom anymore--even just to quickly wash my hands before eating. I understand rules about dogs not being allowed in certain areas, and that was explained properly, but the way everything was handled felt unnecessary and unwelcoming. Because of this shift in attitude, I've noticed other customers have stopped coming as well, like Alex and Trisha. Some people have even mentioned that the overall environment and customer treatment aren't as good as they used to be. It's disappointing, because this used to be a place I really liked. Now it feels like the attitude has changed, and not in a good way.

Photos
Gum Tree Cafe - Menu board and cashier. Friendly service!

Menu board and cashier. Friendly service!

Gum Tree Cafe
Gum Tree Cafe - Very cozy place. Was perfect for our early AM meetup.

See all

Very cozy place. Was perfect for our early AM meetup.

the Hook & Plow Hermosa - Grilled cheese sandwich.

the Hook & Plow Hermosa

4.1(756 reviews)
0.5 mi
$$

Man, I'm not sure why their rating isn't higher. It's quality food! It's the the level of FWD,…read moresadly no, but it's very very good. Service is generally good too. I'm not sure if Brian is still there, but dude is a gem. I'm curious as to whether or not the Redondo or Manhattan outpost is as great. So, I have a new rating system......I will be write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

I have no idea how we ended up in Hermosa Beach, but we ended up here and came with a whole lot of…read morehunger. This little downtown area had a few different restaurants we were considering, but thanks to my wife wanting to use a washroom right away we ended up coming here. This small, but nice restaurant looks exactly how a place should look near the ocean and had a super friendly employee take our orders as well. For lunch I ended up doing the 3 for $21 deal which is exactly that, a fantastic deal. I ended up choosing the House Fries, the Tempura Fish Tacos, and the 1/2 Grilled Cheese Sandwich. How was it? House Fries- Covered in Grana Padano and Mustard Aioli, these French Fries were super crispy and tasted really, really good. Tempura Fish Tacos- Two tacos that I wish I could transform into 20. The Tempura fish here was absolutely delicious. 1/2 Grilled Cheese Sandwich- A few different cheeses between some sourdough, a simple but fantastic grilled cheese sandwich. Overall, The Hook & Plow was a fantastic place to stop for some lunch and I plan on checking out the other locations now. Between really great service and really great food, this place is a definite must if you find yourself in the Hermosa Beach area.

Photos
the Hook & Plow Hermosa - Inside

Inside

the Hook & Plow Hermosa
the Hook & Plow Hermosa - Great drinks

See all

Great drinks

Granny's Grocery - 7. Vegetarian Sandwich

Granny's Grocery

4.7(255 reviews)
0.3 mi
$

My brother just moved into the area and I work at his house once a week so he said let's walk over…read morea few blocks to this great little bodega. I didn't even need to walk all the way inside and I knew this was going to be "the place." The turkey sandwich was excellent (thanks Lindsay for the squaw bread rec!) and it just has such a warm and friendly cozy feel. I need to find a reason to start visiting more often!

Sandwiches have really gone downhill. I've been going to Granny's since I was a kid, and this is…read morenot the experience it used to be. They consistently forget major components like condiments or vegetables that are clearly listed in the sandwich description. Lately I've had to remind them or ask for extras just to get what is supposed to come standard. Today it happened again. I asked for oil and vinegar and received a dry, inedible sandwich. When I called to explain that this has happened multiple times, the person I spoke with essentially called me a liar, insisting it had been added, despite the fact that there was no oil on any of the wrappers. When I asked how they planned to make it right, especially given the astronomical prices they charge for sandwiches, I was told they might give me extra oil and vinegar next time and possibly a bag of chips. Nice customer service. Great idea to throw digs at loyal customers. Super smart. The new ownership the past few years is disappointing. It's unfortunate because we live just a few blocks away and come here often. When I order something, I expect to receive what I ordered and I certainly do not expect to be talked down to when there is a mistake on the deli's part. We have spent so much money there over the years but no more. PS they are always super pushy with asking for a tip when you pick up your sandwich too and most of the staff become irritated when you press the "no button" and give you a weird attitude....talk about an environment that's the opposite of your friendly neighborhood grocery store. They should be called greedy's not granny's!

Photos
Granny's Grocery - The best!

The best!

Granny's Grocery - Iced coffee and Breakfast Sandwich

Iced coffee and Breakfast Sandwich

Granny's Grocery - 5. Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwich

See all

5. Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwich

Rabano - Taboulleh Lettuce Wrap

Rabano

4.4(1k reviews)
1.0 mi
$$

A M A Z I N G!!!!…read more Everything was great. Food, service and ambiance. Also, very clean.

My family ate at Rabano's on 12/21/25. I ordered the Southwestern Chicken Salad, and my 3‑year‑old…read moredaughter had the Little Bamba. We ate half of our meals that day and finished the leftovers on the 23rd. On Christmas Eve morning, I woke up violently ill. I spent the next several days isolated in a bedroom, unable to keep anything down, constantly vomiting, and dealing with severe gastrointestinal symptoms. It was the sickest I have ever felt in my life with severe nausea. At the same time, my 3‑year‑old daughter suddenly spiked a 103.5° fever and developed diarrhea. My husband had to rush her to urgent care, and from there she was sent to the ER so she could receive fluids. Watching my child go through that was terrifying. After a week of not improving, I went to urgent care and tested positive for Salmonella poisoning. My daughter also tested positive while she was hospitalized. We are both still dealing with symptoms. I am going on a second strong course of antibiotics today. After my test result was reported, the LA County Department of Public Health contacted me. They told me that another woman in Redondo Beach, who had eaten the same salad on 12/22, also tested positive for Salmonella and had been hospitalized for several days. I later spoke with her and her family, and hearing her story was heartbreaking. LA County has opened an investigation, and I am cooperating fully. I'm sharing what happened to us in hopes that it helps others stay aware and safe.

Photos
Rabano - Green Earth Burger

Green Earth Burger

Rabano - Crafted Boba Drinks

Crafted Boba Drinks

Rabano - El Koreano Bowl

See all

El Koreano Bowl

Fritto Misto - Sage Cream Chicken great

Fritto Misto

4.3(1.2k reviews)
0.5 mi
$$

Very very good establishment! Good service, good food. I'd recommend a lot of things there, but…read moretheir mushroom fusilli is fantastic!! So, I have a new rating system......I will write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

Honestly everyone giving this place a 5 star review - I TRUSTED YOU, HOW DARE YOU!!!…read more I knew pulling up to this place it would be a miss. Florescent lights, shabby wood tables and chairs, plastic menus. This could either be really good or really bad. The bread feels stale and was hard. The butter is individually wrapped. Smashed dirty straws were served with drinks. Huge portions of decent food. The more you eat the more you realize it's not great. Definitely needs salt and pepper but the pepper shakers barely let anything out. I asked for parm (they do not offer!) and they gave it in plastic individual containers which was honestly offensive. Dessert was a huge miss, the creme brûlée was super eggy???? The tiramisu had like a sour milk after taste. My stomach immediately hurt before even leaving the restaurant. The vibes are overall not great and neither is the food. $160 for 3 people to eat. 2 stars are for the server who made a huge effort to accommodate us.

Photos
Fritto Misto
Fritto Misto - Lemon pepper linguine with Alfredo sauce and chicken.

Lemon pepper linguine with Alfredo sauce and chicken.

Fritto Misto - Soup and Salad combo it was minestrone and Cesar with anchovy add on they did not skimp on the anchovy!

See all

Soup and Salad combo it was minestrone and Cesar with anchovy add on they did not skimp on the anchovy!

Stecca Taverna - Grilled octopus

Stecca Taverna

4.3(82 reviews)
0.5 mi

Stecca has been open for about 8 months now and they have completely found their groove with the…read moredinner service. You won't find better Italian in the South Bay - the head chef (and many of the staff) are born Italians sharing classic, generational recipes as a fine dining experience. Those gnocchi are the softest little pillows you'll ever taste. We tried the ossobuco on our last visit and were blown away. The owner's grandmother's art hangs on the walls, the wine list and recommendations are fantastic, and the design is fabulous down to the glassware. Earlier reviews may show complaints about service speed and attentiveness, but we've been going since they opened and can say they've now fully found their rhythm - the hospitality is impeccable. Can't recommend this place enough - especially if you want to wow your friends, (adult) family, or a date. Plus the coffee and pastries in the morning are fabulous too, such a lovely space to spend time in!

I would say the food here was great! My family was particularly impressed by the Rucola e Pere…read moresalad and the prosciutto e frutta, the melon and prosciutto combination was chefs kiss! The service to order or follow up was a little slow but it was rather busy inside, however, I will mention the supporting staff was on top of it clearing dishes, pouring water refills, refilling bread baskets! The ambiance was very vibey. I took my parents and aunt who is in town visiting, but this place might be better suited (during the evening) for a girls night out or date night. I'm giving a 3 star (would do 3.5 if I could, closer to 4) rating not because the food wasn't good, but rather as a person with celiac they were not super accommodating to their dishes. The response I got was mostly "we don't do that" which to be fair they completely have the right to do if they have a certain level of integrity for the food that they want to keep. I totally respect that, but perhaps placing that somewhere visible for customers to future plan would be super helpful. It's just a bit defeating to hear "we don't do that, we don't have that, we can't do it" over and over during a dinner. Other than that, if you have no issues with food, this is a great classic Italian cuisine spot.

Photos
Stecca Taverna - Area

Area

Stecca Taverna - Prawns

Prawns

Stecca Taverna - The vibe at the outdoor tables is great.

See all

The vibe at the outdoor tables is great.

Silvio's House - Adult steak

Silvio's House

4.5(35 reviews)
0.6 mi
$$

I've eaten at Panelas in their original Redondo Beach location several years ago, and it was very…read moreauthentic and flavorful. I was delighted by to see they opened in a beautiful location in Hermosa Beach on Pier Avenue. I first spoke to Alex, and she was very kind. I had a hankering for Coxinha, a favorite Brazilian street food, after seeing Caramelo on Netflix. Also we were celebration a special occasion. We were warmly greeted by the hostess Nikki who introduced to Marcia the owner who was very gracious, welcoming and appreciative. It was a beautiful setting with both indoor and outdoor seating. Perfect view for the now early sunset. The Coxinha was splendid ~ a Brazilian chicken croquette delicate and very flavorful. We ordered the Family dinner which had steak Oucanha, chicken breast and Brazilian sausages. Everything was perfectly grilled. It came with three sides of which we picked the fried plantains, grilled veggies and black beans ~ all delicious. Very reasonable in price. The whole experience was terrific. We can't wait to return for another scenic and tasty dinner. Note: the HB menu is slightly more limited than the RB one which has steak Milanese and Brazilian Feijoada black bean stew with beef, pork and collard. Panela's HB is a great addition to the Hermosa Pier food scene.

Silvios is a casual Brazilian cuisine restaurant off the strand in Hermosa Beach…read more They have a la carte, menu full of Brazilian "street food" I have ordered coxinha to go from them twice. The service is prompt, the food is priced well and It is delicious!

Photos
Silvio's House - Inside

Inside

Silvio's House - Pao de Queijo Basket (cheese bread)

Pao de Queijo Basket (cheese bread)

Silvio's House - Cocktail

See all

Cocktail

Starbird Chicken - salad - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...