Excellent ambience with classic Hollywood exclusive feel. If you like martinis, this is the place to come and enjoy old school Hollywood charm. Beautiful outdoor seating area, rich, velvety, indoor senior area, and upstairs bar to keep the night going. We had the deviled eggs, a couple of sides, and the Thai salad with cocktails. Fun night out. The place was packed. Service was excellent. read more

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Great ambience right away. Host was lovely and our waitress was very friendly. We got a few martinis and were there for the Ben's burger. The hype is real. That burger is next level good, especially the hickory sauce in it. The martinis are greats. They even change your glass to a chilled one so you always have cold martini. Loved this spot read more

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Old school, posh looking bar vibes and great drinks. Went for after-dinner drinks. Initially tried going to Bar Benjamin but didn't have an RSVP and didn't want to wait 15 min - so was brought to the downstairs area as they had a table ready. Lots of people but definitely do appreciate that everyone was sat (either at the bar or table) vs a bunch of people walking around with drinks. Made it feel spacious (this goes for both upstairs - besides the patio - and downstairs). Definitely was loud so will probably need to raise your voice for a conversation. We ordered a lychee martini and a smoky sour. Both were pretty good - the lychee martini was sweet but not an artificial tasting sweet, and the smoky sour had a good bite to it (and did have the whole smoke action that bars do often nowadays). The drinks were pretty good so we ordered some fries, a dirty martini, and a Manhattan. The fries were pretty mid - they looked nice but kind of seemed like freezer fries. The dirty martini was pretty legit - good olive flavor while not being overwhelming to the spirit. The Manhattan was pretty good as well - though there was a little candied something flavor that was a bit much. Overall - can't vouch for the fries, but definitely a great place for martinis. Would come back for a few drinks! read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Dirtiest martini and mahattan - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Hurry and gather everyone if you haven't been to the Benjamin yet where have you been and why are you sleeping under a rock !! The vibes, the setting , the music the food 20/10 Seriously the best waiters the best food , the General Manager Terry is the best !! Customer service and hospitality unmatched !! The food is worth every bite as you can see we ordered basically a little bit of everything this is a must go to when I'm in Burbank/ LA love this spot and anyone who appreciated quality needs to try it read more

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I recently checked out The Benjamin on Melrose and overall had a really nice experience. They do offer valet, but there is street parking in the neighborhood is limited to 2 hours until 8pm, so plan accordingly. We went right when they opened at 5:30 and had no trouble grabbing seats at the bar without a reservation, which was great. Of course, I had to try the much-talked-about burger. At $34, expectations were definitely high. It comes with skinny fries, which were fine, and the burger itself was a solid, classic -- well-cooked, juicy, with American cheese -- everything you'd expect. It's also a good size -- I split it with a friend and we both felt relatively full (though we did end up grabbing a small snack at our next stop). That said, I'm not sure it quite justifies the price point. Good, but not necessarily standout for me. In a place like this, you have to get martinis -- and we did. I went with a classic dry, and my friend ordered the Dirtier Martini, which came with olives and capers, plus a little extra on the side. Both were great, exactly what you'd hope for. Where this place really shines is the ambiance and service. The space is lovely, intimate, and perfect for a relaxed night out. The staff was excellent -- super friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Overall, I would come back for the vibe and drinks, and I'm glad I tried it -- just might explore more of the menu next time. read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - The Benjamin Burger - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

4.2/5: Extremely vibey and the food is nice and fresh, I just wasn't in love with any of the dishes. We got the Benjamin Burger, the crab beignets, and the orange chicken wings. The wings were pretty good, tastes pretty much like what you would expect of like honestly the sauce similar to Panda Express. The crab beignets had a lot of crab and very very filling for their smaller size. The Benjamin burger: a more smoky tasting burger than I expected and a perfect medium rare. I appreciate that you'll get your moneys worth in terms of fullness and it's a very cool restaurant. The service was super attentive and I loved the atmosphere, the music was laid back hip-hop/ pop hits of the 2010s-2020s. I'd recommend trying at least once, or visiting with some friends for a drink. read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Crab beignets and orange chicken wings. - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tuesday night date. Cool vibe inside, feels old school but with a modern update. Music was fire, played a lot of Travis and Future haha. We started with Lychee Martini and Ben's Dirty Martini. Both really good but Ben's won out and also comes with a sidecar. Blue cheese olives were S tier :). Got parker house rolls and little gem as apps. Butter for rolls was the star, super creamy and comes with a salty crust on top. Unique and elevates the relatively basic (but done well, rolls). Little gem salad is p basic (romaine with dressing and dill) but it's refreshing and easy to put down. Main was the burger which was killer. It looks Super thick/hard to eat but it's not at all. Meat is tender with good beef flavor and the cheese, onions, and a really unique hickory sauce worked extremely well. Fries were best overall item, fancy McDonald's fries and an out of bounds garlic aioli for dipping (!). Total bill was $200 with tip so be prepared to spend when coming but it's well worth it, great meal and great service! read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Benjamin Cheezeburger - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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So let me just say this, the burger is a 5 star burger hands down, if the other factors like a chicken kale salad with no chicken and iffy service, but I'd probably eat this hamburger 7 days a week so don't try anything else lol if you love a good burger that isn't heavy or over thought this is the place!! read more

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Restaurant is adorable and such a vibe! The burger is made the perfect way! Highly recommend getting the potato and eat it with your hands in whole! The crab beignets are also one of the best things in the menu. The bar upstairs is cute, love the way they have drinks every month. This one this month has blueberry and gin, delicious! Service was great, greeted in every part of the building. Super friendly and would definitely come back read more

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I had always wanted to go here for the Hamburger and it was absolutely everything I had ever heard. It is a 'light' variation of any hamburger that you have ever had. The freshest of ingredients and the way it's made has got to be the cleanest version one can enjoy. The beef was perfectly cooked at Medium Rare and not the least bit of grease or heaviness. The bun is amazing too and airy and able to absorb all the fantastic sauces and cheeses that comes with this. I suggest this is shared with a loved one or a good friend. I loved the wedge salasd and specifically the way it's served - chopped! This take the pressure off of cutting it at all and can be easily eaten. The Bordeaux was wonderful and our server was so upbeat and very fun and smart. The tart for dessert was the tartest tart that one can tart and very cool when combined with the amazing gram cracker crust and meringue. One complaint is sadly the seating there are very small seats for two everywhere and one is not allowed to sit in a booth unless they are three or more. No if ands or buts. It was our Second Anniversary and a very early reservation on a Thursday made weeks beforehand. I wanted to surprise my husband with a much more romantic experience but the hostess would not allow us to sit in a booth whatsoever. We were almost sat in a very small very busy little table - where every single booth in the entire restaurant were empty. These also stayed empty for the duration of our meal. There was not a single care for the requests we made thru RESY. This makes the consumer who really loves your restaurant to absolutely lie in the future just to be sat in a booth and warn anyone who needs a romantic anniversary to choose another spot entirely and maybe just come here for a drink and keep moving. read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Reminds me of Le Diplomat in DC or La Supreme in Detroit - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The Benjamin has a super cool, speakeasy-style vibe that immediately sets the tone for a great night out. The food and service were strong overall, with some real standouts. The burger and fries were a big highlight--classic, well-executed, and very satisfying. I also really enjoyed the hamachi crudo, which was fresh and nicely balanced. The branzino, while well cooked, had an intense layer of oil underneath that felt a bit overpowering for my taste. We finished with the cookies and cream dessert, which was solid and a nice way to end the meal. Service was excellent throughout--attentive without being intrusive, and the staff checked in on us often. Overall, great atmosphere, strong food, and very good service. Would definitely recommend. read more

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3.5 stars Come for the burger and the cocktails...both are great. Everything else we ordered (Parker House Rolls, Thai Chicken Salad, Carrot Cake) was fine, but not particularly memorable. Pricing for everything seemed 15 - 20% too high. Our server was very accommodating and let two of us have a leisurely 2.5 hour dinner on a Saturday night. Also love that they pour your martini into a new, cold glass unprompted! read more

Absolutely lived up to the expectations. Came here on a Sunday night for dinner with the boyfriend with a reservation. We were initially going to be sat at one of the tables but chose the bar instead. We came specifically for the $36 cheese burger and cookies. We ordered one of the salads, 2 cheese burgers, the chai crème brûlée and the cookies with cream. Little gem Salad was very basic and I wouldn't recommend ordering. Nothing special about it and I feel the dish could be replaced with something a bit better. If you want simple, this is as simple as it gets. Cheese burgers were perfect medium, loaded with cheese and paired with an elevated McDonald's style fry. Deserts were also good but the chai was personally too strong for me. Very well spiced and concentrated if chai is your thing. Servers were super nice, music was bumping, great for a first date or solo dinner at the bar. Valet is $14 and I'm not sure if they have corkage or not. It did start to get pretty busy by the time we left to the point people that were waiting for a table had to sit at the bar and grab a drink. I will definitely be coming back to try more things! Also the bathroom smells so nice read more

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Pure Date Night vibes. Have been hearing about the Martinis and Burger here, so when a random night popped up with some friends we decided to check this place out with reservations wide open. A cute ass spot on the interior, with some good vibes for any date night or catch up session with friends. Theyve got a cocktail line up that'll make any one who enjoys a craft cocktail smile. We all grabbed a few drinks, and to keep it simple the cocktail were on point here. But we move on to the food: The Burger: this thing was JUICY AF and beefy. If you enjoy a good burger this is a solid option. Is it the best burger in LA? I'd probably say no, but its a damn good burger. The shocker order: The Crab Beignets were ridiculous. I thought they might be stingy w the amount of crab, but these things were packed w crab and flavor. Big W here. Order this for sure. Twice baked potato. This might be the bougiest baked potato ive had, but this was good. If you love a potato then get this. Overall a great place to swing by for cocktails or even the food. The service was on point, and again the vibes were nice. Check this place out. read more

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Finally made it to The Benjamin, and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. As you know, it's got a retro-styled supper club vibe, with plenty of chatter that's lively without being overly loud. Service is top rate, from the valet to the genial host and on to the panoply of bartenders and servers who work as a team. Drinks were well-crafted and attractive, and the house deserves kudos for garnishing the martinis with a trio of different olives. As this was our first time, we ordered the two things most talked-about. Crab Beignets were a light and savory starter. The warm crab filling had plenty of flavor, and the slightly crispy, savory donut shells made for the perfect, unobtrusive delivery system. A mild, tartar sauce-like aioli added the familiar accompaniment taste profile without overpowering the creamy crab, while a few pearls of salmon roe per beignet added an effective, briny counterpoint to the richness of the crab. Next up, the much-lauded Benjamin Burger, which most assuredly earns its voluminous accolades. Perfectly seasoned and cooked, fresh ground beef is presented on an artisan sesame seeded bun with slightly grilled onion, melty cheese and artisan pickles that, once again, offer an appreciated acidic contrast to the richer elements of the dish. Fries are traditional, but nicely cooked and seasoned, and neatly round out the burger experience. As we had an event to attend and knew we'd be having more to drink, we opted out of dessert, but nearly everyone around us had the warm cookies and house made whipped cream, and they all seemed pretty happy with that choice. All in all, The Benjamin is an enjoyable and welcoming place to indulge in kicked-up comfort food. It's ain't cheap by any means, but it's most definitely worth the splurge. read more

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Came here for the burger and we were met with excellent service, ambiance and food. Waited for the wife to have hers well done with a shrimp cocktail which was delish and then got the burger. The burger was fantastic. I had it medium rare it was succulent. You can definitely add it to the best burgers in LA list. I think that only Hinano and Heavy Handed compete with this place. That said the Benjamin is an awesome hidden gem and you don't expect what you get in any way. The ambiance is that of a speak easy with excellent food. Our server was tremendous too. Thanks for an excellent experience The Benjamin Hollywood! read more

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Stepping into the venue would feel like you're just transported into a totally different space. Classy look, dim lighting, somewhat giving the speakeasy's vibe. Reservation's highly recommended as the venue seemed to be pretty busy as early as 6pm-ish. My friend and I started with their Crab Beignets, my pick being a crab lover. Wouldn't say it's not kinda steep being an appetizer, but when I took a bite I could tell it featured generous portions of crab meat. Pretty simple yet well-seasoned and flavorful. As for the main, we shared The Benjamin Burger, which I would say was the crowd's favorite as it seemed to be in almost all the reviews and we could see it served on lots of other tables. Just like how the picture showed it, ordering it medium, they did come at the precise wellness - juicy and tender. The sauce complemented the overall taste, but surely not overpowering. It's served with fries on the side with nice garlic sauce and ketchup. Despite I did enjoyed my burger a lot, would admit it's tad pricey being at mid $30s. As if french fries weren't enough, we did get their Baked Potato, their other dish that made it to the top reco on Yelp. To my surprise, it tasted super rich and the crispy delicious skin was doubtlessly the winner. SO SO GOOD, especially when you took a bite with all the elements in the plate - the sour cream, the scallion, and the bacon as add-on we opted for. If you felt like splurging, they also offered caviar add-on, which could turn your baked potato to be over $100. Overall, I certainly had an impressive dinner. Would I come back? Prolly only on certain occasion when I would be willing to spend more. read more

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If we lived a bit closer, we'd probably be here all the time. The burger is undoubtedly the star of the show at The Benjamin. Sure, the vibes are the vibes if that's your primary motivation for going. But, I was most excited about trying the burger. And, in my opinion, it lived up to all of the hype. Top 10, if not Top 5, in LA at the moment. The lobster spaghetti was also delicious and there is no shortage of attractive starters like the parker house rolls, crab beignets, etc. Plus, we got to chase our meal with a drink upstairs at Bar Benjamin. Can't wait to pay another visit! read more

Finally crossed The Benjamin off my list, and I'm so glad I did. I'm a huge fan of fancy restaurant burgers, and this one definitely lived up to the hype. We snagged a late 10pm reservation on a whim, and the whole place had such a vibey, vintage athletic club feel. Since we were early, they sent us upstairs to a lounge area where you can sip on drinks and order bar snacks while you wait, which was a super clever touch. The playlist was on point too, which added to the vibe. We shared a few dishes: Crab Beignets $28 - 10/10 The Benjamin Burger $34 - 10/10 Chopped Wedge Salad $25 - 6/10 Twice Baked Potato with Bacon Lardon $26 - 7/10 The burger was outstanding (truly one of the best I've had), and the crab beignets are a must-order. Prices lean steep, but that's expected given the setting. Overall, it's a great spot for a night out, especially if you're looking to drink, snack, and soak in the atmosphere. read more

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Hamachi crudo was probably our favorite dish. Burger and fries were good, but came well well done (had asked for medium well). Kale chopped salad was also nice. I liked the seasoning. Vibes/ambiance are good and service was good for a busy Saturday night. Ben's martini was an interesting one and the lady really liked the mezcal daisy. Cookies and cream were also a real nice finally. read more

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A colab with the Voltagio brothers..-- awesome as expected. The service was great.... The food.... Made by Bryan and Michael was delightfully delicious. As usual.... They are both Magicians with food... They were so nice to come out and mingle with everyone. Posting the menu and pic of each dish .... The ambience is romantic and nice. It's not my first time at the Benjamin.... Will definitely go back again! read more

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Great little spot to grab a good cocktail before your next spot. The vibe is sexy and romantic. if you're adventurous with your pallet, this place is a must to check out. Reservations are required. Bring your bestie or lover, it's a time! read more

This place is a vibe. Bartenders, waiters, host, everyone is helpful and knows what they're doing - great drinks and food. Sit at the bar if you're down to chat with strangers or the bartenders. The burger - cooked medium well - was near perfect. The orange chicken wings - delicious. Must get if you like orange chicken sauce. The cookies and cream dessert - incredible. Must get if you're down for some amazing cream. read more

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The Benjamin Hollywood piqued my interest after hearing about their Burger. It's a small cozy space that's dimly lit but has impeccable service and wonderful food. It has a succinct and uncomplicated menu with great offerings. Everything from the salad to the deviled eggs to the burger were excellent. I came for the burger but really the deviled eggs were the star of the show for me. When I return it will be more due to the deviled eggs. They were creamy and the crispy capers added a smoky-ish type of flavor. I don't think I'd ever had deviled eggs with crispy capers or crispy capers on its own. It was a unique flavor combination that was a new flavor for me. The Burger did live up to its hype. It was cooked to the right temperature and it tasted fresh. Im partial to brioche buns so that would be the only change I would make to the burger. The staff were very welcoming and even though there is a time limit for dining we never felt rushed. I would recommend adding this to your list when in LA. read more

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That's probably the best burger I've ever had in my entire life Wow what a perfect spot Music on point Exceptional service. I mean... read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Sat down, looked at menu. Didn't stay. $34 for a burger. No thanks. I'm not at a five star hotel in the south of France.

The Benjamin has so much potential. It's a dimly lit, speakeasy-type place in an unassuming location, specializing in upscale American food. The problem is, the food is just ok but the prices are sky high. I tried the burger, New York strip, deviled eggs, baked potato, and a salad, and the only thing I loved was the deviled eggs. I just think if you're paying 30+ for a burger, I'd hope it blows me away. Same with the steak- it was $80 and pretty average. Also, it was really tight in there. Waiters were brushing up against me constantly to get around the aisles. Don't think I'll return, sadly! read more

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I was looking forward to this place for a while now, but was unfortunately disappointed. Still gave it 4 stars since the service and ambiance was nice, but the food was subpar. Don't get me wrong, they were all tasty, but for the price you're paying, it wasn't worth it. Orange chicken wings- our favorite! Don't miss out on these!! Def coming back for these. Crab beignets- one of their popular items but was disappointed. Didn't like the flavor profile and how soggy the outside was. Chopped wedge- also disappointed. Not your classic wedge with the creamy blue cheese or ranch, it had vinaigrette which was too light paired with a wedge. Lacked a lot of flavor. Benjamin burger- literally everyone was ordering this, but am I the only one that thought it was a bougie twist on McDonald's? It was good but didn't think it was one of the best burgers in LA. I have no problem paying $35 for a burger if it's special, but it didn't stand up to the hype. Cookies- good and loved the side of crème Lychee martini- didn't love it didn't hate it. I would try the other martinis as they are known for it! Overall loved the vibe, great place to have drinks and light bites. Wouldn't come again for dinner though. Hard to find street parking, it's Hollywood, but they have valet for $14! read more

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I dined here for my friend's birthday. The atmosphere was calm and cool on a Monday night. No need to valet, as there is plenty of free street parking after 8 PM on the weekdays. They have a solid drink menu and even able to make me a last word. The mezcal daisy was nice martini incorporating green chartreuse. Top item we ordered was the eggplant parm. It was a fun take on the classic arancini except stuffed with eggplant and cheese. It was paired with a spicy vodka type sauce. The burger came in second place and was easily shared between two ladies. French fries were giving an elevated McDonald's experience, I liked it. The off the menu salad, which was raved by our waiter fell very flat. It was something with chicory and date dressing. Hard pass, very bland, and made us nervous as it was the first thing we ate. Overall, I see myself popping in, if around town, for a drink at the bar with a burger. read more

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My name is Rudy Jason Rubio, born and raised in Los Angeles. I've been in the food service industry since I was 14 years old, and I consider myself well-seasoned, well-traveled, with a sharp eye and palate for great food. To be honest, I was starting to lose hope in the LA food scene......until I found The Benjamin. What a beautiful blessing of a restaurant. We started with the marinated olives, which immediately set the tone, followed by a perfectly executed wedge salad. We originally came because of the rave burger reviews & they absolutely did not disapoint. But the real showstopper was the lobster pasta. Epic. Memorable. The kind of dish that reminds you why you love dining out. On top of the food, Natalie, our waitress/bartender, was beyond amazing. Attentive, warm, knowledgeable, & genuinely elevated the entire experience. And just when we thought it couldn't get better, we had the carrot cake for dessert. Incredible. The perfect ending to an outstanding meal. Thank you, The Benjamin, for restoring my faith in the Los Angeles food scene. I'll definitely be back and I'll be telling people. VAMOS read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Perfect seat at the bar with Natalie - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is definitely the place to be. Whether it be for a quick bite, a quick drink, or a social outing. It feels like anyone who is somebody is here dining and yes, there were a few celebrities in the house during my time there. GET RESERVATIONS - bottom line. The hostess and staff are super professional and Benjamin definitely takes care of everyone that walks in the door. The man literally was checking up on everyone in the restaurant. Shoutout to Benjamin for the drinks while we wait! Our server, Alan, did an amazing job taking care of our group. He was super hilarious, gave awesome recommendations and the man secured the LAST cookies and cream for us! That's love haha The food - honestly everything we ordered was delicious! The stand out was definitely the burger. Probably one of the best burgers I've had. It's juicy, packed with flavors, and holds together so nicely until the last bite. Probably the one thing I will always order each time I visit in the future. The second runner up for me were the orange chicken wings. Maybe because I'm asian, but it just tasted like home haha. And of course can't go wrong with the chips and dips with caviar. The drinks - for me, the pornstar martini was just a good time. It brought up the energy and it tasted soooooo good. The other one I liked it Be Bright martini which is an espresso martini with whiskey. Pretty good. Overall it was a great experience and would love to come back here. read more

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I had a 6pm reservation which was when one of us were sat, the other came 6 mins later. We were asked if we wanted to order pretty soon after we sat, then our server asked us to keep in mind there was another reservation coming at 7:15. We were told the reservations were back to back so basically we had to be out by then. We ordered pretty fast, the food came quickly and it was delicious but we were rushed out soon after which I've never experienced in 52 years of living. The servers were assertive and apologetic, obviously uncomfortable orders give by higher up. I felt bad for them. I will never return nor would I recommend it. read more

The vibe is cool--dark lighting, stylish space, kind of what you'd expect from a spot in Hollywood that's been getting a lot of buzz. Great cocktail program! All the drinks were really fun, balanced, and strong. Food? Honestly, I'm sorry to say but it was mid. Not bad, just didn't blow me away. For a $1400 bill, I was expecting at least a few things to really hit--but it felt more like hype than substance. Best bites of the night: The deviled eggs were actually bomb--creamy, flavorful, kind of unexpectedly good. The orange chicken had that nostalgic takeout vibe with solid flavor. The 32oz ribeye special was cooked and seasoned well--definitely one of the highlights. The twice baked potato with caviar? Easily the best thing I ate. Would come back just for that. And shoutout to the key lime tart--that crust was legit and the whole thing was balanced perfectly. A strong finish. The rest? Just okay. Chips and dip: Chips slapped. Dip tasted way too much like relish or something of that sort, that's all I could taste and the caviar felt like a waste considering that. Crab beignet: Average. Mine had a big shell in it which turned me off from the rest. Hamachi crudo + all three salads: Felt flat. Missing depth, texture. Parker rolls: Warm on the outside, cold in the center. Weird, but whatever--it's bread. The burger: Was REALLLLLY looking forward to it, but it fell flat. Could've used more seasoning or something--it just didn't hit like I thought it would. Honestly, I might just be picky. But in LA, with how much good food there is, if it doesn't blow my mind, I put it in the hype category. What did stand out though? Our server Alan. Dude was on point the whole night--friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience smoother. Props to him. Final take: Cool spot for drinks and light bites. Not sure I'd come back for the full dining experience, but I'd swing through again for a cocktail and that baked potato bar side for date night! read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Twice baked potato + caviar - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A perfect martini, an excellent burger and great service makes this a five-star joint for sure. My chilled martini glass was replaced twice and I had a generous side car which makes the martini more like two martinis, so very much worth the price. Great bartenders and ambiance but the martinis are the star of the show. A lengthy menu of interesting martini choices (I had the extra dirty which came with capers) and they can make anything you want expertly. Don't miss the burger, too. Trust me on that. read more

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Truly had a most wonderful time with friends here! Food was delicious (had the Hamachi, the Eggplant Parm, Branzino, and ALL 3 Salads!) our friends loved the burger and said it was the best thing on the menu. The ambience in this place is popping, the service is fantastic and the cookies with cream were delicious! Looking forward to coming back here asap! You can thank me later read more

The Benjamin - A Hollywood Gem Crab Beignets Yuzu Kosho Aioli, Dill Vinegar A fantastic way to start the meal--light, crispy, and packed with fresh crab. The flavors reminded me of fried bacalao fritters, with the caviar adding a luxurious touch. The Benjamin Burger New School American, Seared Onion, Pickles, Hickory Sauce, Fries Easily one of the best burgers I've had. Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with the soft bun and seared onions. If you're here, you must try this. Braised Short Rib Dashi Parsnip Purée, Crispy Brussels Chips, Black Garlic Shoyu Visually impressive, but the flavor didn't quite match the burger's punch. The purée was creamy and well-executed, but the meat leaned on the fatty side. I prefer a short rib that melts off the bone--this one didn't hit that mark. Cookies & Cream Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie, House Whip Absolutely phenomenal. The cookie was gooey in the center, crisp on the edges, and paired perfectly with the light, airy whip. An indulgent must-order. Spicy Strawberry Margarita El Tesoro Blanco Tequila, Strawberry Oleo, Shiso, Lime, Serrano Pepper Ordered mine "skinny" with no sweetener, and the bartender nailed it--perfectly tart, refreshing, and with just the right amount of heat. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, exuding Hollywood glam with a stylish bar and a chic, lively crowd. The elevated booths wrapping around the space add to the ambiance. Service was top-tier--attentive, accommodating, and polished from the security at the door to the bar staff. We snagged last-minute seats at the bar and were seated immediately. Loved everything about The Benjamin--I'll definitely be back. read more

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I still loved this place! I wanted to include photos into my review this time. Everything was delicious. Service was great. Love the inside of the restaurant it reminds me of old Hollywood and it's cozy. Loved the gin cosmos! read more

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We had the best dining experience at The Benjamin, and it was all thanks to our server, Allen. He was so attentive, so on top of everything, and very personable. My daughter had asked for the spicy lobster spaghetti to be not so spicy, so he ran back to the kitchen to make sure that was possible and the team made it happen. He also provided tasting portions of two of the wines so we could try them before ordering. Everything we ordered was delicious, but special shout outs to the Parker house rolls and the carrot cake. The frosting on the cake was the lightest, fluffiest cream cheese frosting I've ever had. We will absolutely be coming back as this might now be our favorite restaurant in LA. read more

This place is really a breath of fresh air in Los Angeles where expensive restaurants run aplenty but fall short in either service, food, or atmosphere. Everyone from the front door guys, hostess, upstairs bar, ambiance and the food is top notch. The upstairs bar gives you a welcome drink and the restaurant takes your coat at no extra charge and everyone is not just friendly, but warm - which is a hard trait to come by as far as restaurants in this city are concerned. You don't want to order dessert? Ok here are two beautiful complimentary chocolates. I don't expect that to always be the case but it was the night we were there and it was really a nice ending to our dinner. Do make a reservation, though, even for the upstairs or downstairs bar. It is possible to walk in but don't be mad if you have to wait an hour. Anyway - loved it here and will definitely return. read more

I made an exclusive booking through Capital One Dining and there was nothing exclusive to show for. The staff were kind to us however, our food service was super delayed. The table next to us arrived a few minutes after I was seated and they had their full dinner. By the time they paid for their meals, we just got served with our dishes. Our server kept apologizing that our food took awhile to come out. I do give them credit for the food on the menu as it is very tasteful. I was also shocked when I made a note that I was celebrating a my partner's birthday only to receive two chocolates and a candle for an exclusive booking and delayed service. (I don't ever write reviews but this had to be known) read more

The Benjamin Hollywood - Birthday Chocolate - American Near Me - Los Angeles, California