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    4.2 (300 reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Caesar Salad
    Jaclyn D.

    To be honest, I really don't understand why this restaurant is considered Italian, it really feels like it's broadly European that's trying to be somewhat Italian. Had dinner with a few friends and the service was slow because there was only one person in the front managing all of the tables. As a table we spilt the special Caesar salad, and it tasted almost like there was dill in the dressing. I've never had a Caesar salad that tasted like that, and I wouldn't order it again. I tried the orange roughy special, which was essentially piccata sauce, and it was decent but on the salty side. Meanwhile my partner ordered the chicken schnitzel, and while I thought it was fine, it was also very salty (and I LOVE salt). Both dishes came with a pepperoncini that really didn't seem to belong with either meal. We also tried the strudel that people recommended, but it was just okay, I have had better. All and all it was fine 2.5/3 stars worth to me. It was edible, it was okay, but nothing to come back for and expensive for what it was.

    Beet and goat cheese

    My friends took me to this hidden gem. Such a quaint place. They just expanded their space and it's very rustic. Amazing Italian cuisine. It's beer and wine only. But they compliment their meals so well. Our waiter was knowledgeable and the owners son too. So it runs in the family. As I'm dining here, I can't wait to come back here and try more of their menu. Give them a shot. I think u will love it. The prices r sooooo reasonable.

    Eva L.

    We came here for dinner and before coming here, I was really hoping to give the restaurant a chance (despite reading the reviews). First off, a good thing is that reservation is super easy to make. When we arrived, there were only a few patrons there so we were easily seated (we arrived much earlier). For our entrees, we ordered the Beef Short Rib (grassfed) Red Wine Coffee with garden herbs served over butternut squash. The fiance ordered a Filet mignon over medley of vegetables. I found the beef short rib to be super salty (the roof of my mouth felt very sore afterwards). The butternut squash was actually a disappointment, it was very mushy/grainy. As for my fiance's filet mignon, I didn't really like it. It was missing that soft moist bite. Service was decent, however I felt that there were missing elements in both our dinner plates. Since this is in downtown El Segundo, there is street parking.

    Vegetable soup
    Joshua G.

    FUXS GIVEN = 5.0 ******************* Food = 5 Outstanding! The vegetable and rice soup was superb and the pork belly tacos were on point. Perfectly cooked tortillas and crispy pork belly. UX = 5 This place has been here for over 20 years but still feels fresh and modern. Good vibes all around. Service = 5 Excellent service. Fast and friendly.

    Roasted Lamb - falling off the bone
    Marcus W.

    What makes the eating out experience memoriable? Only you can answer that. For me, the Gesalt of the resturant has to work. We frequently fly out of LAX and yesterday was no exception with my girlfriend flying back East on a red eye. To make travel a little more enjoyable we leave early and pick a place by LAX that is easy to get to and then to the airport. Wow - it was really easy to get to and from. And in a nice walking neighborhood. The Chef Hannes Resturant has a great vibe. The windows, the rustic walls, the old posters and original artwork just make the Chef's place just work and it's been around for 25 years. The menu is focused which I appreciate. It's like being in a little village in Spain, Italy or France where the menu reflects 4 or 5 things wonderfully prepared entres. And everything was wonderfully prepared, tastefully and creatively presented. We shared a ceasar salad with fresh warm crutons, nice dressing and fresh ground parma. I ordered the meatload ( think your Mom's with a touch of italian herbs then seared on the bottom for some crunch) on angel hair with a brilliant sauce that clung to the pasta and full of taste. My girl friend had the slow roasted lamb shank that fell off the bone. And we shared the apple strudel which was also creatively presented with added too! I had an amazing cup of coffee! I really wanted to try some of the wines listed on this huge chalkboard. Sadly, I knew I had to go back out in LA traffic. We decided well come back another time and on Thrusdays they have the Farmers Market less than a block away!

    Pork Chop, Meat Loaf and Gumbo!
    James L.

    Excellent food and great service tonight at Chef Hannes! We had the gumbo, pork chop and their unbeatable meatloaf! All excellent dishes!! A must try place whenever you are in El Segundo!

    Jennifer B.

    YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2018 - PART 2: 24/100 I can't believe it's been THREE years since my last visit! I asked a colleague what she brought for lunch. "Nothing." So I reminded her it's been 3 years since our last visit here. No objections. Soon as lunch hour hit, we were out (not to mention determined) - Chef Hannes it is. We've always gotten lucky with parking. We walked in early enough to be the first customers for lunch. We were asked to choose wherever we wanted to get seated. And not too long after, that damn addicting olive oil-garlic spread and toast made its way to our table. It was exactly as we remember it - AMAZING. I could have had just that for lunch! But noooo, I was down to try something new. Citrus garlic shrimp scampi for me and colleague's usual braised lamb linguini. What's there to say? Shrimp was seasoned and grilled to perfection. The plate was bright, the sauce was acidic, and the veggies gave a perfect balance to good flavor. I enjoyed it enough to clean the plate! Colleague barely said a word as she devoured her lunch. That's testament as to why she keeps ordering the same thing every time we make a stop here! Consistency is important! There were a few bugs/gnats flying around which kinda downed the experience a bit. Otherwise, service AND food was perfect! That garlic spread alone is enough reason to come back time and time again! I plan not to wait too long for the next visit!

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    Wonderful food, lovely attention and services. A hidden gem in a town full of great spots to eat

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    Great local place - always good service and fresh food. Hannes is a long time el Segundo staple

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    Been to Chef Hannes in downtown El Segundo many times...A Really excellent restaurant...quiet and wonderful food!

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    Ask the Community - Chef Hannes Restaurant

    Do they have gift cards / certificates available?

    Yes

    I’m attending this restaurant with a meetup group for lunch. Any suggestions for parking and should I allow extra time for parking?

    Some metered street parking is available. Main street also has a couple of small lots. You should be able to find a place within a half block of the restaurant.

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