Sugo Social is a stellar Asian fusion restaurant in the PV mall. There is a good amount of parking here and it is about a 5 minute walk to the restaurant. Inside, they have a really nice setup with a lot of seating. Wifey and I stopped by for brunch with the homies and got a spread consisting of the Corn Chowder Soup, Bulgogi Loaded Fries, Bolognese, Vodka Rigatoni, and the Korean Fried Chicken. Everything that we had was delicious and all of the staff here are super friendly and welcoming! read more

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Went here for the first time and it was very surprising! I wasn't sure what to expect from this Asian fusion restaurant since they're usually hit or miss, but this one was definitely a hit! To start off, the portion sizes are HUGE. We got the branzino which was literally enough for all 4 of us and we even had some leftover. The bibimbap was also huge and came in a sizzling pan so the rice got nice and crispy! Lastly, even the kids pizza was huge and honestly so good-it tasted like it came from a wood fired oven rather than just an industrial oven. There's plenty of seating here as well and it's nice that outside there's a cute little play area for the kids. Definitely a nice place to come with family :) read more

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Wow, what's not to love here? From their stylish modern ambiance to their delicious food and ample space for large groups, Sugo Social has everything you want in PV. No need to worry about parking either, as there is a large (free) parking garage adjacent to the PV promenade it is located in. Located on the second level of the promenade, we came for a graduation celebration and were blown away by the food. Got the: 1. Pao de queijo: 10/10 addictive baked 3 cheese Brazilian popovers served with lime aioli sauce (which it didn't need, because it got us hooked the way Cheeze its gets us - once you start, you can't stop!) 2. Fried Calamari: 7.5/10, also served with lime aioli sauce and house made marinara sauce. Good but not spectacular and not something I would repeatedly pay $18 for. The only dish we would not get again. 3. Modena Salad: 9/10, what a delicious salad with butter lettuce, candied walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, shallots, Italian parsley, and balsamic vinaigrette. My only complaint is that the lettuce was not bite sized, but for $17 this was a scrumptious salad 4. seafood pan roast: 12.5/10, TO DIE FOR! snow crab, shrimp, and it's sweeter larger cousin, prawns, in jasmine rice with a delicious house garlic focaccia. $30 but totally worth every penny and every inch of stomach real estate. 5. Crème brûlée: 8/10, it was good but compared to the seafood pan roast, it was nothing spectacular (however, the seafood pan roast is a really high bar) TLDR: delicious food in a date worthy and business meal worthy restaurant. Be sure to order the seafood pan roast to show off what a foodie you are read more

Great value happy hour 4-530 daily. Tasty & only $10 - empanadas, Korean bulgogi beef tacos, fried calamari, chicken sliders! Complimentary Brazilian cheese bread. Yum. The happy hour margarita was weak. Service was ok. But given the tasty food, great price and pleasant ambiance, I'd still recommend this place & rate it 5 stars Side note - I returned the next morning bc on weekends, they have an incredible Korean bagel pop up. Omgosh. Delish. So light and soft inside with a perfectly and delicately outer crisp. Addicted. read more

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**Bagel review only** Holy smokes. They got a bagel pop-up going on select weekends, you need to order a day ahead. The bagels are so freaking good. They are Korean style - soft AF, sweeter schmear. The garlic stuffed bagel was the headliner for sure. The lox bagel was fine but definitely not in the wheelhouse. It was good just not stacked and the primo fixins you'd want. Hot tip check it! read more

Sugo Social - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Pre ordered via Instagram DM (I believe they changed the ordering system after this weekend) The Korean cheese bagel wasn't our favorite. The jalepeno cheddar bagel with the scallion cream cheese was amazing! Service was very friendly and we enjoyed them on the patio. Would come back for the scallion cream cheese! read more

Sugo Social - Korean Cheese Bagel(?) , Jalapeño Cheddar Bagel, Scallion Cream Cheese - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Came here on a weekday evening with family. It was pretty quiet when we arrived. We actually entered through the back entrance and had to walk through the whole restaurant to get to the front to check in. Luckily we had a reservation and were seated right away, next to the kitchen. I ordered the seafood pan roast, which was a little misleading because it wasn't really a "roast" at all. It reminded me more of a lobster bisque, especially since it came with garlic bread on the side that was perfect for dipping into the soup. It did have a decent amount of seafood in it overall; very delicious and filling! One standout dish our family ordered was the branzino. The whole fish was served and stuffed beautifully, and it was incredibly buttery and flavorful -- definitely a must-order if you're dining here. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get a picture of it...we just dug right in LOL It's definitely on the pricier side, so I'm not sure if I'd come back, but it would be a nice spot for a special occasion. read more

Sugo Social - seafood pan roast - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

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The Perfect Date Night Vibe & Great Food! If you're looking for a great place to have a lunch or dinner date, this is it. The vibe here is really cool, and the overall atmosphere is fantastic. I brought my wifey here for our Valentine's Dinner, and we both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A huge shoutout to the staff, too--the customer service was excellent and really added to the great atmosphere of the evening. Now, let's talk about the food, which was pretty good across the board: Seafood Pan Roast (9/10): This was the star of the show for me. Packed with flavor, rich, and cooked perfectly. Highly recommend! Spicy Vodka Rigatoni (8/10): A really solid dish. It had a nice kick to it and the pasta was great. I was also taking a look at their menu and their happy hour special seems incredibly enticing. Between that and the great service we received, I would definitely come back. Highly recommend checking them out for your next date night! read more

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I recently tried the Brick Roasted Chicken--deboned chicken with rosemary lemon butter; seasonal greens; and mashed potatoes ($29.00). The cooking method uses a weight, often a brick, to roast the chicken evenly and flatten it for more surface area, resulting in a browned, crispy skin. It was a well-balanced plate with a main and two sides. The chicken had robust flavor from both the seasoning and the browning. read more

Sugo Social - Brick roasted chicken - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Food: Sugo Social started us off with a complimentary appetizer, and honestly, it was a pleasant surprise, warm, tasty, and especially good with the accompanying sauce. For mains, the Seafood Pan Roast was the standout: savory, hearty, and comforting, with snow crab, shrimp, and prawns over jasmine rice. The Shrimp Miso Pasta came with thick, chewy noodles and a rich miso‑based sauce, plus prawns, bacon, and mushrooms, flavorful and satisfying without being overpowering. The Yuzu Highball was refreshing, citrusy, and light, exactly the kind of cocktail you want with richer dishes. It wasn't the best meal of my life, but everything was solid, well‑executed, and enjoyable. Price: Sugo Social leans toward the pricier side for the South Bay, with many signature dishes hovering around the high‑$20s. The Seafood Pan Roast at $28 and the Shrimp Miso Pasta at $28 reflect that higher-end positioning, but the portions and ingredients help justify it. Drinks and cocktails (including the Yuzu Highball) aren't listed with prices online, but expect typical upscale lounge pricing. Overall, it's not cheap, but fair for a date-night restaurant with elevated Korean‑Italian fusion flair. Ambiance: Nighttime is where Sugo Social shines. The decor leans upscale, warm lighting, stylish interior, and a modern, high‑class feel without being pretentious. It's the kind of place that works perfectly for date nights, celebrations, or a classy hangout with the girlies. The plaza around it has definitely become more lively compared to a few years ago, giving the whole area a pleasant evening buzz. Service: Service is friendly and efficient. Staff stay attentive without hovering, and dishes come out at a good pace even during busier hours. The general vibe is relaxed but polished, a balance that fits the fusion concept well. Parking: A huge plus for the South Bay: the plaza has its own dedicated parking structure, and it's free. No need to circle the block or pay for a cramped lot. Between the easy parking and the increasingly lively plaza, getting in and out is pretty painless. read more

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Great atmosphere, beautiful restaurant - but food severely missed the mark. The corn chowder was an interesting texture and incredibly sweet. The pepperoni pizza was very thin, overpriced, and served unsliced with scissors to cut it ourselves. That was fine...but using shared scissors before eating with our hands felt unsanitary. The Caesar salad was okay. Lettuce was fresh but not served crisp and cold, and the croutons were soggy. The calamari was the best dish we ordered...although we were not told ahead of time they were out of the white sauce it normally comes with. The thin printed paper menus felt out of place and cheap in such a beautiful restaurant. The food reminded us more of cafeteria food. It even reminded us of the food at Looma Playspace (not sure if they are the same owners but they had Looma crayons for the kids). Overall not sure I would return, it was an odd and overpriced dining experience. I hope they can make improvements and survive in PV promenade. read more

We were excited to check this place out because of the massive kid friendly + dog friendly patio. However it was a bit odd to see such a massive place so empty. I think the menu felt a bit disconnected from what we expected and the only thing that helped to offset this was the friendly staff. Will need to try again to dinner to determine if our experience was a fluke. read more

Came here at the recommendation of a friend who had a really good experience recently. We made our reservation but it was still a long wait. The waitress seemed frustrated as well because it's the manager's decision to overbook. We knew we wanted ordered octopus pasta and chicken karage but unsure of another entree. The waitress recommended the brick roasted chicken that's been deboned and brined so it's really juicy. The dishes took a bit to get here because the kitchen was really busy. The complementary cheese bread was really good and eased our hunger haha. I really liked the octopus pasta. The octopus was cooked until very tender and the pasta soaked up all the seafood flavor. The karage was decent. However, we were a bit disappointed with the checked. It's ok but almost brined for too long so the meat is a bit mealy. It's a nice space and food is overall tasty. Hopefully they can work out the operational kinks so it will be a smoother experience for everyone. read more

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We have passed by this restaurant so many times walking to the theater and I am so glad that we finally went in for an early dinner. The restaurant is beautiful inside. The service was fantastic, shout out to Jake for being so awesome and fun to chat with! My husband and I shared the pork belly baos and each got the sirloin steak, everything was a hit. The cocktails were really good too and we were able to get a preview of the salt bread, which was incredible. Truly chef's kiss. Looking forward to trying the other items on the menu and picking up some bagels in the future! read more

Food was so yummy! Went for a girl date with my friend & we both enjoyed what we ordered. Service was attentive & we even got complimentary Brazilian cheese bread, it was delicious & so warm. We had asked if we could get another one & our sweet server gave us another one for free!!! :,) Super cute aesthetic inside too, perfect for photo ops. Can't wait to go back! steak was $36, salmon was $32. The chimmichurri that came with the steak was amazing as well read more

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We had a reservation for 2 at Sugo Social and they were kind enough to still honor happy hour pricing even though we walked in literally a minute past the cut-off (we really appreciated that flexibility!). ​ We started with complimentary cheese bread and shared the Chicken Empanadas, the Chicken Karaage, the Szechuan Chicken Sliders, and the Caesar salad; everything was hot, crisp, flavorful, and much better than bar snacks have any right to be. The portions are a bit smaller and the offerings are slightly different from what is listed online, but at $10 a dish it still feels like a deal. The chicken karaage and sliders in particular had great texture and just enough heat. We even liked everything enough to order an Italian Chopped Salad to go (sadly for us, this was regular pricing). Overall, the food and service made this feel like a hidden gem in the area. Definitely a spot we'd come back to for late-afternoon drinks and snacks again. read more

It's beautiful inside. The design and decor are exceptional. The food is good, I would just say customer service was lacking. Not the friendliest and I literally had to approach someone for help. Also, when I went, there were very few people inside. It wasn't like it was super busy or even busy at all, but maybe it was an off day for them? read more

Sugo Social - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Located in the Palos Verdes Mall. Under the movie theatre. Ordered the calamari, pork bao bun, and hot honey Sopressata pizza The calamari was crisp and tender with a seasoning that had just the right amount of kick. The pork bao buns were soft and flavorful with savory pork balanced by the pickled toppings and sauce. The hot honey Sopressata pizza was the standout. It wasn't that spicy and had that good amount of sweetness. With a pillowy crust that held up well under the toppings Service was friendly and attentive and the space had a casual yet modern vibe. The interior was nicely decorated. The colorings of the restaurant was spot on. Highly recommend. read more

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Our first and last visit to Sugo. We looked forward to a well rated restaurant with different dishes. Ambiance was fine, service was friendly but the main dish we tried - the Korean Bibimbap was 90% rice with a few tiny pieces of steak and some greens. Furthermore, it survived the taste bypass operation! Even adding the 'spicy' sauce was like beating a dead horse. So much for trying a Korean dish in a Korean restaurant. My two star is a combinatorial zero stars for the Bibimbap and credit for a decent corn chowder. On a Sunday evening the place was mostly empty. I can see why. read more

Great happy hour deals and a fun vibe to catch up with friends. Cheese bread: complementary. Very very good. Calamari: good but nothing memorable and small portions. Shrimp taquitos: delicious with a refreshing salsa. Get this Chicken sliders: a solid option but I would pick the others over this. Great price during happy hour. Truffle pizza: delicious pizza with pieces of garlic. Must get Yuzu chili mocktail: delicious with the perfect kick. I typically don't like spicy drinks and loved this. Service/ambience: very friendly and quick service. The decoration and ambience look very nice but chill. Parking: plenty in a lot read more

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3.5 to be fair. The cheese bread was good though it was only complimentary for one plate. Service was alright but a bit on the slower side. The seafood stew came with just two large prawns and was quite heavy. The Bolognese was okay, nothing particularly outstanding. Overall, a decent experience but not very memorable. read more

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This restaurant is so beautiful and the food is always good. I feel like if it was on the first level it would be packed. Just a tiny walk up the stairs. We love the chicken lettuce wraps, kids meals are great and the Korean hot stone bowl- cocktails & wine also good. Highly reco!! read more

I would've never expected this type of restaurant in the PV Promenade. When you step inside, you feel like you're transported somewhere else, somewhere super trendy and chic. The menu is extensive and I was surprised to see it under the same ownership as the folks who own Looma Space - hence why the Looma Nuggets are also on the kids menu here. We got the seafood pan roast and kalbi ribs and I was impressed with both. The pan roast was perfectly creamy and the prawns were huge. It was super flavorful. The ribs came out on a sizzling plate and came right off the bone. I would probably frequent this place more regularly if it weren't so expensive though. read more

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Amazing food and amazing service every time we drop in. We usually have Jessica as our server and she is amazing. Our first visit she helped us figure out what the kids would like and they tried something new and loved their dishes. My daughter's favorite is the Pan Roast and son's is the Bibimbap bowl. We always look forward to seeing Jessica. She even memorized all of our names! We were honored that she cared enough. Thank you Jessica! Every dish is curated so well. A lot of thought goes into the details. This is what we usually get: Appetizers: A cheese pizza and Caesar salad to share between the 4 of us. Main: -Pan Roast - Bibimbap - Steak with the fuille - the Branzino is very good but it's a lot of food. The bibimbap bowl is a lot of food as well. Both can easily be shared. Dessert: -My daughter's favorite and I have a sweet tooth and I love how they have new desserts every so often. There's always something new. -biscoff scoops and cookie sundae -lemon sorbet(tasted almost identical to the one we had on the Amalfi Coast this past summer. - French toast All of their dessert have been great. Not too sweet but sweet enough. Perfect with a cup of coffee. They're always a great ending to a great meal. read more

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Exec summary: - Classy location on the hill - The service was quite good Now to the important bit: the food It was interesting. A bit Korean and a bit Brazilian. We decided to do one of both. The Brazilian side has some fascinating flavors. Quite the experience The Korean hot pot gives you food for days. Enjoyed the experience but I almost feel that repeat visits require a more extensive menu What impressed me the most was the mouthwash dispenser in the bathroom. It was so cool. Worth a photo read more

Sugo Social - The mouthwash dispenser in the bathroom - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

Oh no! I had one meal here that was great, unfortunately, they failed tonight,. I was handled by a first-time waiter who couldn't figure out how to course a meal! My salad showed up at the same time as my steak. Steak was horribly undercooked, not even rare, and by the time I got to it, everything was cold. I was told that the main chef was out and they would make it right. Second round, past well done. Nope. Not coming back.... not worth the gamble on these guys. read more

Sugo Social - Basic training for a server who presents steak - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

It's a big restaurant with lots of windows. Nice decor and very comfortable chairs! My girl friend and I have been wanted to try this restaurant for only one reason - Very interesting menu which turned out to be not so interesting. We didn't love it, but didn't hate it either. Nothing unfortunately stood out. read more

Sugo Social - Lunch Bento Box - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

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We had a really nice dinner at Sugo tonight. The ambiance is super nice; and gives elegant but comfortable. Our server was super nice as was the rest of the staff. I had the truffle pasta, without the cheese. It was incredible. For cheese lovers it probably will be even better. My husband had their salmon salad. The salmon was made perfectly. We also received free sugo cheese bread, and ordered their calamari. All was delicious and will be back. read more

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Wanted to dine at this fairly new restaurant for while, and glad I finally got to try it out. I tried it out for the first time during the week for lunch. There are two entrances on opposite sides of the restaurant. There's a door from the inside of the mall and a flight of stairs from the underground parking garage. I walked up the flight of stairs and to the bar as directed by the sign. It's an absolutely beautifully designed restaurant. Clean, spacious, and modern. There's even dining out on the patio. Because it wasn't busy, I was allowed to take a seat where I wanted. Booths line the center of the restaurant. There is a full bar beside the other entrance. I chose a nice booth at the end. Because I had to go back to work afterwards, I ordered a non alcoholic drink. A watermelon crush ($9). The average cocktail costs $18. For lunch, I ordered the seafood pan roast ($30). It comes with a large scoop of Jasmine rice, and two of the largest shrimp I've ever eaten. It was delicious. It's in a heavy cream concoction with tiny pieces of crab meat that is delicious. Service was fine. Not certain where the wait staff go when customers are dining. The restaurant is in the mall, so there is plenty of free underground parking. I would recommend this restaurant for those looking for someplace to celebrate a special occasion because it is a little pricy. read more

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Sugo is a very nice restaurant located in the Peninsula Shopping Center. The space of this restaurant is very large. It is very airy, and it is very well designed. There are number of very nice booths, some tables for smaller groups, as well as some long group tables that line one of the rooms of this restaurant. It's really an inviting place to eat. In terms of what they offer for food, they are a Korean cuisine influenced dining establishment. They present modern takes on a lot of Korean dishes. All of the foods they offer is very well prepared, with great ingredients. I will say one of the things to keep in mind about eating at this restaurant, however, is that you may have to wait a little while once you place your order. It takes time to make these dishes, and if there's some other customers in the restaurant, it may be a little while before you get your meal. This is not a bad thing, it's just something to keep in mind. So, expect to have some time to converse with your family or friends, and wait for your meal to be delivered because it may take a little time. Once you get this meal, however, you can expect an excellent culinary adventure. The staff here are all super nice. I will say, however, and again this is just something to keep in mind, but you may not see the staff members too often. I've noticed that they tend to fade off into the distance somewhere. Where they go, I don't know? But, between you sitting down, them taking your order, then bringing you your meal to you, then them coming back to check on you, and finally to see if you need anything else or your check, all of this may take some time. Again, not a bad thing. If you're enjoying the company you're with, this is a great thing. But, if you're in a hurry, you may not get the kind of expedited service that you want. As this restaurant is located in a shopping mall, there is a lot of parking attached to this area. There's a multilevel parking lot, so you should never have a problem finding a spot to park. Overall, if you want a really interesting take on modern Korean cuisine, this is a great place to check out. It's a very nice restaurant and they provide very nice food. read more

Cute spot that I've tried a couple of times but for drinks and a luncheon. Food is good. I wouldn't mind trying it again. I don't recommend the hot pot bowl. The seasoning was off. The appetizer and cheese bread was delicious. Drinks are yummy. Overall, service was good. Atmosphere is really aesthetically pleasing but I imagine that it could be a very loud place if there were a room filled of tables. When I visited, there were only three tables in the room and we could hear every tables' conversation. read more

Sugo Social is the new trendy restaurant in Palos Verdes, something I did not expect to see growing up here. Well, when in Rome, right? It's very spacious and fairly new so they're still working out the kinks and details so wait time might be a little longer than you'd like. But enough about that, let's talk food. This is a Korean fusion restaurant so expect a little bit of Korean, a little bit of Italian, a little bit of whatever. I opted for the octopus pomodoro which was nice and creamy along with very hefty portions of octopus. We're talking more octupus than pasta. Can't complain there. Would recommend this. My mother got a Salmon salad which was pretty standard. The salmon was cooked nicely so no complaints there either. They have some nice diversity in their menu so definitely worthwhile going through it if you live in PV, otherwise can't imagine making a trip up here otherwise. But hey, things might change if this place blows up on social media! read more

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Today is Mother's Day, and as a mom, I left this restaurant feeling extremely disappointed. I understand inflation and price increases -- that's not the issue. What I don't understand is why the quality is still so poor after raising prices. For a $12 kids' meal, the strawberries and grapes were already overripe and mushy. I don't even want to get into the adult meals -- darkened avocados that looked like they had been sitting out for far too long. A restaurant can have a beautiful atmosphere, but if it can't maintain basic food quality, it won't last long. PV needs genuine local restaurants that care about food and service, not places that rely only on aesthetics. I still left a 10% tip because this is not the fault of the service staff. Poor quality is ultimately a management and kitchen issue. read more

Sugo Social - the strawberries and grapes were already overripe and mushy. - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

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Great Service and fantastic food with a solid bar menu as well! Would definitely go back! read more

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The food was really good, and the service was also very good. In Palos verdes, dugout is a great place for food, or even just a cocktail read more

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First time trying this restaurant and I will return! The food was sensational. The spare ribs were tender and flavorful. The roasted chicken and mashed potatoes were fantastic. My husband had a unique dish called Bibimbap and he loved it. There was so much he had leftovers the next day. Great fresh ingredients and so much flavor and texture. The truffle pizza was outstanding too. Full bar. Nice atmosphere, you can talk and socialize without it being too loud. Our server was helpful and attentive. I highly recommend it read more

Beautiful restaurant in the old Luna Rossa space at the PV mall--super stylish and welcoming vibe. The complimentary Pão de Queijo with lime aioli was a standout--warm, cheesy, and addictive. The pork belly bao was also a win--tender and tasty. I tried the seafood pan roast (snow crab, prawns and small shrimps in a creamy seafood reduction sauce with jasmine rice and garlic bread). It was good, but I asked for spicy and it was still pretty mild--would've liked more kick. The stone pot Korean bibimbap was a miss for me. The meat was dry, way too much sauce, and the bean sprouts were soft instead of crisp. Just not my thing. Overall, some great bites and a cool spot--I'd go back to try more. read more

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This place is so aesthetically pleasing. From the neutral color schemed decor to the friendly service from staff, I had a great experience. My group and I were a party of 5 (with a baby) and arrived without a reservation. We were seated right away on a Saturday for lunch. We were given complimentary cheese bread and it was so soft and GOOD! I ordered a half sandwich with corn soup from their lunch menu. Prices overall are reasonable. I thoroughly enjoyed the corn soup and the bulgogi sandwich was massive and delicious. Everyone enjoyed their food and we were hoping to try their green tea tiramisu but they ran out. The restaurant is upstairs so take an elevator and it is located at the corner. Apparently they are still in their soft opening phase and are planning on having a grand opening very soon. If you're in the area, definitely check this place out. read more

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Worldly menu and everything is delicious. I think the menu is a blend of Italian, Korean and Brazilian food. Everyone who works here has been thoughtful. I have a variety of good memories at Sugo Social House. It's also a great venue to host a lunch or dinner party. read more

Sugo Social - Fried chicken sliders. - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California

We love Sugo. The food is EPIC and that is so rare to find combined with: (1) a fairly swanky nice ambiance, and at the same time: (2) a super family/kid friendly atmosphere and menu. They also have SUCH great service and kind, friendly waitstaff. Did I mention phenomenal cocktails? So glad to have this as our go-to for movie night! read more

Sugo Social - Cute kids area on the outdoor patio - New American Near Me - Rolling Hills Estates, California