My son had been wanting to try this place for a while, but apparently they are booked for weeks in advance. It's really out of the way for us, but we decided to make the drive out there for dinner on Tues. 7/21. Walked in at 5:30pm without a reservation, and the lovely hostess told us it would be about an hour wait for the bar. Didn't catch her name, but she was very sweet and pleasant. She told us we were welcome to order drinks and have them brought out to the outdoor waiting area, but we didn't get any. The restaurant had opened at 5pm and it was already packed. Soon after us, more people started arriving without reservations and were waiting outside along with us. Around 6:40pm is when the hostess came out to tell us our seats were ready. The place is cozy, beautiful and classy, while still maintaining a casual ambience. It's pretty noisy with the music and chatter all around. The bar is right in the center of the restaurant with a view of the open kitchen. I let my son order for us and he got a variety of options. To start, we got the Scallop Aguachile. It smelled just a bit fishy when we got the plate, but it tasted fine. It was just ok. There wasn't enough acidity in the dish and it was kind of boring. I love scallops, but I wouldn't order it again. Next up were the Fried Coconut Tiger Prawns and an order of their viral Garlic Bread. The prawns were nice and big, but we both thought the coconut taste got lost in the batter. The garlic bread was also decent...nothing to write home about. For our entrees, we got the Two Sheet Vongole and the Cheeseburger. The Vongole was definitely the standout of the whole meal. The pasta, sauce, clams, cheese, parsley, and breadcrumbs were all fantastic. Some lemon zest would've been great in addition the grilled lemon that comes with the dish. We both really enjoyed this dish and it's a good portion to share. The burger on the other hand was unfortunately disappointing. The bun was pretty dry and the "fondue" just disappeared into nothing. It was clearly there on the patty, but tasted like nothing. The whole thing just tasted like well-seasoned ground beef. There were maybe 5-6 strands of caramelized onions on it and the Dijon wasn't spread evenly. I've honestly had better fast food burgers. The dessert menu was not intriguing at all so we decided to pass. Oh, for our drinks, we stayed with our waters and shared a dirty martini, which was delicious. They have 3 individual/private gender-neutral bathroom stalls. Both the bathrooms and the restaurant were super clean. They offer valet parking for $10 or you can park on the street. It wasn't a bad experience, but it wasn't good enough to want to come back. I would have given this place 3 stars, but shout out to our server CHELSEA - she was absolutely OUTSTANDING! Such a great girl and hard worker. She was funny, attentive, personable, and genuine. HANDS DOWN the best part of our experience! She definitely bumped it up to 4 stars. Thank you for such great service! read more

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We were excited to try Hermon's and ordered some of their most popular dishes including the loaded potato fritter, burger, two sheet vongole, and skillet cookie. We also ordered the chicken sandwich and snap pea vegetable dish. The potato fritter, snap peas, and two sheet vongole were our favorites from the night. The burger was overhyped in my opinion and the chicken sandwich was ok. Tip: At the time we made reservations they were opening up dates two weeks in advance at 10am. If you want to make a resy, make sure you check right at 10am for 14 days prior to the day you want to visit. Also the burger is a couple bucks cheaper during HH which ends at 6. read more

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The good: 1. Visually, Hermon's makes a great first impression. It's brand spanking new, but has a vintage design aesthetic. It's a classically beautiful American brasserie. 2. Very good food. But some weak spots too, e.g. A cast iron skillet chocolate chip cookie that's like something on the menu at TGI Fridays. Plus an overrated loaded potato fritter that's good but not that good. And a Hokkaido scallop aguachile that was beautifully prepared but looked like it was made with one very small thinly sliced scallop. It was embarrassingly puny compared with the restaurant's IG photos of this dish. Plus a very meh yuzu margarita. None of these were bad. They just didn't live up to the hype. In fairness, the branzino was insanely good. If you go, get it. The bad: 1. Abysmally inadequate service from a team that's just way too junior. They are essentially a bunch of food runners having a lot of fun being in the right place at the right time. Our waiter (maybe she was our waiter? ... it's hard to know for sure) was dutifully nice but pretty much missing in action. And the greeter/host was shockingly impersonal. She clutched her iPad like she was going into combat. By and large, it's a team that has drunk its Kool Aid so hard, they are blind to their blundering inadequacies. 2. Kitchen pacing is fast/slow and out-of-sequence. It was constantly off and it destroyed the experience. Overall: The genius of this place is that it sits at the crossroads of South Pasadena, East Los Angeles, and the SGV. The crowd is refreshingly normal. But the staff is just so deplorably lazy, casual, and absent, the experience nets out to be very mid...which is unfortunate, because the room is stellar and the food is pretty good. On the bright side, you get decent bang for the buck compared with a lot of other aspirational and overrated Instagram darlings. Does anyone remember the now closed Gigi's in Hollywood? Hermon's follows the exact same playbook: A purportedly high-end restaurant whose experience is ruined by its "cool kid" front-of-the-house team. Would I recommend Hermon's? Absolutely not. Am I glad I went? Sure, I'll try anything once. read more

More often than not, these all-over-socials and hyped up restaurants are underwhelming and disappointing, but Hermon's is not one of those!!!! Yes, reservations aren't super easy to get, but not impossible either. Definitely recommend showing up w/ a resy. I had written a note on the reservation mentioning that we were celebrating and usually these messages never get any recognition. But Hermon's took note and greeted us at our table with mini champagne glasses for each guest. Whaaaatt!!! Really loved that attention to detail. The vibe of Hermon's is cozy, romantic, and with some epic decor. It's really gorgeous in there. There was a lot of love put into every corner and it shows (starting off with their delicious flamingo estate hand soap in the bathroom, lol). Ok yes... now for the important part: FOOD! Though this is a great spot for a romantic date night I recommend coming in a group of 4 so you can order a lot more dishes to try! The garlic bread was so incredibly buttery and warm and delicious. The loaded potatoes had fresh shaved parm with an incredible texture in the layers of the potato. The sheet pasta was sooo tasty. Desserts 11/10 Absolutely worth the hype. I will be back!! read more

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Three words: mediocre, underwhelming & DISAPPOINTING The hardest reservation in LA definitely lives up to its name but its hype does NOT! I'm honestly baffled by the constant love this place gets. The food is mediocre at best and horrible at worst. After months of waiting we managed to get a 5:15 reservation on a Friday. It's a very cute little corner spot that's actually quite spacious inside. The atmosphere was great and service was fast and friendly. We started with a couple drinks which were fantastic. For appetizers we got the garlic bread, potato fritters, yellowtail crudo & coconut shrimp. The yellowtail was bright and fresh and really tasty. The garlic bread was such a let down as I'd be hearing how light and fluffy it was but ours was super dense with garlic butter just slathered on top. The potato fritters look amazing, but that's as far as it goes. Looks don't get you very far when its taste is pretty basic. The coconut shrimp was super dry and tasted like something to could get at the frozen section. Not sure what the sauce was that accompanied it but did nothing to enhance the over crusted dry shrimp. For our entrees we split the 30oz boneless ribeye, bolognese and burger with a side of fries. I understand that ribeye is heavily marbled but for 30oz at $140 I'm expecting a decent amount of meat ratio to fat. Sadly that was not the case. The good pieces were good but 70% was inedible. As a bolognese lover, I have to try it everywhere we go and this was by far the worst one I've ever had. As soon as it hit the table I knew it wouldn't be good. It tasted like canned tomato sauce and the lack of meat in the sauce was a joke. The burger that everyone has been raving about was also a massive let down. It's on the smaller side compared to other places. You could barely taste the cheese or caramelized onions because it was drowning in Dijon that just left a sour taste in your mouth. The fries were good but they're fries. Despite all this we decided to get the 2 desserts. The baked Alaskan was good and the skillet cookie was very so chocolatey and gooey but the smallest little dollop of ice cream was pretty pathetic. I am glad we finally got to try it because I would have been left wondering if the hardest reservation in LA was truly as good as all the influencers say, but now I can confidently say I wouldn't recommend it to a single person. $600 for 4 people is insane when there are genuinely amazing restaurants out there where each item hits and you can get double the food. While the presentation of the food is visually appealing that's as far as it goes. Massive waste of time and money. read more

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In the running for favorite restaurant of the year, and it's only May. The potato dish will certainly be one of my favorite dishes, that's already locked. Everyone talks about the garlic bread, with good reason, but man, that potato dish. Everything was flavorful, perfectly cooked and seasoned, and the service was wonderful. We arrived as a walk-in about 15 mins before they opened and got a table right away. The double doors with the pretty font set the tone, transporting you to another time and place when you enter. I want to return for the burger, just have to find a time to get out there again. read more

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I liked it. Came in for some dinner. Inside is warm and stylish. A good amount of seating. I like that it's mostly booths. There's also bar seating. It's a good place for couples or small groups. I started off with the fried coconut prawns. They were pretty good. I got the cheeseburger for my main and it was great. Juicy with great flavors. The fries were good and I liked the little horseradish sauce they give. It even goes great on the cheeseburger. Portions were just ok though. If you're a low-key fatty like me you'll definitely need an appetizer and main to get full. Still a lot of hype around this place right now. Reservations are definitely recommended. They do open up the bar seating for walk-ins. I was there a little after opening and the wait was more than an hour. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's street parking but you might have to walk a block or two. read more

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This place was on my to go list- and I was finally able to get a reservation. Food was really good. However, the service needs improvement. We felt like our waiter was in a rush to leave our table. Would go back again. Parking is easy to find in the surrounding streets. Ambiance was nice too. It gave such a cozy vibe! read more

Hermon's - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

10/10!!! It's rare to have a spot where you get lost in the experience. Been here twice now. Once with foodie bestie girlfriends (table) and now with my husband (bar) and both were amazing experiences. Todd was our server this time around and embodied class, style, and smoothness. We had the best date night. Highly rec the the mole Negroni, yuzu marg, snap peas, loaded potato, and rib eye. Wine was excellent. My husband said Todd was "an absolute stud". Can't recommend enough. Can't wait to return with more friends. read more

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5 STARS. I find it really interesting that there's reviews where people either absolutely love this place or dont. The swing is wild, but I had an amazing meal here, so lets get to it. Make a reservation. I got lucky and just checked a few days out, and must have caught it when someone canceled their reservation, so the resy gods were on my side. Showed up, had a little tiny wait while they prepared the table, but was seated promptly. Came in blind, so asked the server was she suggested, so we ran with it. Lets get to the food: Loaded Potato Fritter: Pure fire. Get it and make sure to add the trout roe because it will take it to another level. This was crispy, dense, and light at the same time. The cream cheese cloud mixed w the trout roe is an experience you'll just have to try. Get this. Steak Tartare: They do not skimp on the tartare here. The beef was perfectly tender with an easy chew. and was packed w flavor and a perfect kick of spice. I could eat this everyday. Get this. Tuna Crudo: Super fresh tuna, and that tangerine kosho was a chefs kiss ingredient to add another level of flavor to such a simple dish. Whole Grilled branzino: This was the star of the show. honestly next level. Get a piece of one of the chili roasted tomotos popped on top with a bite of the super light flakey top of the branzino, but also the ridiculously pillowy meat of the actual fish and you transcend to one of the best branzinos in the entire city. Get this. Steak and Frites: This was the only thing that was a bit standard. The Fries were good, and the steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, but the au poivre sauce could have use a bit more oomph of flavor. Overall an experience of a meal, and I love a meal that takes you places. One of the best meals and new restaurants in LA. but yes its extremely annoying and hard to get a reservation here, which i can see why when ppl struggle to get a reservation they expect the world when they get in, but trust me this is THE spot. read more

Do make your reservations. They do fill up very quick with a line out the door almost daily because they are only open 5p-10p and the obvious (this place is really good). With happy hour $10 drinks and $18 fancy cheeseburger that ends at 6pm daily. This place is the talk of town since opening about a year ago. There is some parking on the street but not easy since there are almost always tons of cars parked on street. Side street is a huge hill which you can park too. On the hill is where you will find the valet parking. Once you step inside the decor is super gorgeous stylish with a twist of fancy modern restaurant appearance. Servers are dressed in uniform. Bar is packed with every drink possible with the best alcohol curators in the area. Do try the garlic bread that everyone talks about. Crispy tasty and so soft inside. Scallops dish so fresh and so sharable. Happy hour cheeseburger is one huge sirloin so thick you might not finish. Do add the $6 fries that are so good and very little oil. Drinks- do order the $10 Yuzi margaritas if you are here before 6pm. After 6pm I do order the high end wines that is hard to find locally. Dessert I have only tries the lemon baked alaska that is filled with soft lemon custard meringue topped with vanilla ice cream. Do not take your time dining because reservations keep coming in so be prepared to be moved if you want to stay long. Hemon's hats off to being so fabulous to this small community. read more

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I am sure that most of us have heard the story of the Emperor's New Clothes, in some way or another. And its key moral is that sometimes people do not go against the popular/collective opinion because they do not want to be the sheep that gets the dunce cap for not seeing what all other fleece wearing animals do--- the agreed upon truth. There was an also an experiment where the last person in a line of folks agreed that a short line was the longest line of a group of lines. The folks were lying, the person in the end was the one being assessed. He agreed because he did not want to dissent against the group, and as he did his jovial nature and positive outlook on life dwindled and he became a sunken shell of who he used to be before. And all because he did not want to go against the opinion shaped by a small mass or because he feared not seeing the clothes on the royal one, that all else did. I share this because I am going to be a dissenter, I am going to cast stones at Hermon's and I fear being the townsperson that does not taste the greatness of what the emperor fancies. So in a way I fear being given the cap fit for the uncooth. The valet was only 10.00 dollars so I decided to utilize the service because sometimes my desire for comfort outweighs my desire for fiscal responsibility. When I got in there, I informed the host that I was a solo diner and I wanted a spot. According to some reels this place is an impossible reservation, but frankly, I have heard that before and it was more exaggeration than actual fact. I sat and waited, annoyed, after being told I would have to wait for around 30 minutes but I could have a seat. This part is on me, I could have been less annoyed after the wait reveal but like every person reading this review at times I can act like a human. So I waited, sat. I took out my phone watch some reels to pass the time, a fellow diner asked me to turned down my volume. I did. He wanted confirmation that his asked was reasonable, but all I did was silence my cellphone. We have all been guilty of being unintentionally inconsiderate and I could easily respond to his ask. He did not need me to tell him that his ask was reasonable, he assumed it was by offering it. I waited. The wait was a small type of torture, like wanting to scratch your back but not being able to contort in such a way to get at the gnaw. I asked a few times. I understood there this was one spot at the bar that was designated for solo diners. And the person who was there was slowly enjoying their food so they could not give me her spot. So I waited. I saw people being escorted to their seats. I saw people being given drinks. I was like, I am here waiting, almost in a desolate island, and no one has given me a lei to silently tell me relax by the water with a drink and hand and soon your boat will come to shore. I asked, can I have a drink, to the first host and he went to get me their their classic Vodka Martinin with Blue Cheese stuffed olives. I had the olives they were a splendor. The actual slurps of the Vodka tasted like fire water. I could take only a few. After I asked a different host, she said, I did not know that you were waiting, and she consulted the first host I spoke to and then a server- who was bald, I did not get his name and I was sat at the bar. Now, I am thinking that they always had a place for me, they just did not look hard enough or followed policy in a way that did not leave room for appropriate interpretation given the realities of the minutes. I got their fabled hamburger and for me it was a miss. I looked online but I could not find what the hamburger had. At first, I was excited because I saw sesame and sesame seeds on a bun are always easy to enjoy. I tasted horseradish too. The meat was the reason the burger missed its mark. The server said that it was cooked medium well, or something like that, and let me tell you it was weirdly cooked. Like I did not enjoy its texture-- kind of chewy but also kind of undercooked, and also gritty in taste. I also got their loaded potato fritters that looked like a french toast dessert. These were solid, like good. But, they did not make up for the meal. Their visual presence was also a confusing delight and attracted the attention of the pair of diners to my left. So that was good. Earlier I had asked the server, if he could take back the Martini because I was not enjoying it. He did. When the bill came the Martini was there. I asked you to return it why is it still in the bill. The bald server retorted, in a quietly polite way, that I had drank half of it. If you would have taken a sip and gave it back it would have been different. He asked me what I thought was fair? I told him I told you. He said I will give you a discount. I said ok. He came back with the Martini removed and explained that I had convinced him. I grimaced anew when I wrote that. I am ok with this place, I do not think that I will go back despite the hype of its garb. read more

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Loved Hermon's!! For two we ordered the Grilled Snap Peas, Potato Fritter, Burger and Two Sheet Vongole. The sleeper hits might have been the Grilled Peas and Vongole! Loved the spice and textural contrast of the Peas and the Vongole was super unique and tasty. The Burger is also solid, but has a very mustard-forward sauce. Don't skip dessert! The Lemon Baked Alaska was A+. The restaurant has a great neighborhood feel with decent space between tables...appreciated the two-top booths. Just sad I don't live closer so I could go more regularly!! read more

This review pains me because I've been wanting to try this place for SO long and it looked absolutely insane. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype for me (but maybe also because my expectations were through the roof). We got there at 4:50PM on a Tuesday and there was already a line of about a dozen people. Luckily, we were seated by 5:15, which meant we could get the "happy hour" marg and cheeseburger. Honestly, I loved the cheeseburger and the potato-cream cheese cloud. But the garlic bread and ragu bolognese were just okay. I think it was our mistake for ordering such decadent items; I'd suggest making sure your menu is somewhat balanced. The skillet cookie was small but rounded out the meal well. read more

Hermon's - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The wait for my party of 2 was about 1.5 hours. Service was excellent. Food was ok. The garlic bread and the loaded potato fritter was so greasy, I just didn't enjoy it. My daughter liked her cheeseburger even though it was also a little too greasy. My rage bolognese was average. I enjoyed the chocolate chip skillet. Seemed to be a great neighborhood hangout, nice ambience. read more

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Wow what a mind blowing experience here. Hermons definitely lives up to ALL the hype and no wonder why it's sooooo hard to find a reservation on Resy. The ambience is incredible and the service was also amazing. They really know what they're doing. The bar in the middle is beautiful and so welcoming for walkins. Food highlights for appetizers are tuna crudo, potatoes pave - make sure to get the trout crudo on it (kinda taste like lox and bagels but better), and the beef tartar which has a spicy kick to it! The potatoes are likely the best potatoes I've ever had in my life!! For main, we LOVED the branzino!!!! Wow the tomatoes on top were so sweet and delicious. They paired this dish sooooo well with the sauce and dill on top. definitely a MUST TRY!!!! I thought they steak frites was good but I've had better- maybe the sauce was a little light on it. Yuzu margarita was also so delishhhhh!!!!! I'm already looking for a resy to book to go back :) read more

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Got a res at Hermon's on a Friday night and felt like I'd won the lottery! They are hard to snag - you either have to get lucky refreshing for a random day, or be strategic for when the reservations open up. We arrived at 5:45 and were seated promptly for our reservation. We ordered a dirty martini and yuzu marg (happy hour!) and the happy hour burger, as well as the tuna crudo, loaded potato fritter, snap peas, and two sheet vongole. We originally wanted fries and garlic bread, but our waitress suggested we swap to the potato fritter for their more quintessential dish. Drinks and crudo came out first and quickly. The crudo was fresh and light - loved it. The drinks were strong but well-mixed. Very good! Next came the snap peas which had great flavor with the muhammara. Then we got the potato fritter. This was decadent but also very satiating. While it was yummy, it was also quite heavy, and could've done with a smidge more balance. The burger and two sheet vongole came last as our entrees. The burger was juicy and delicious. Vongole was also tasty for a few bites but the flavor profile felt similar to the potato fritter, with cream and cheese. It felt heavy quickly. We had to try dessert and opted for the lemon baked Alaska for something unique. This was tasty and the meringue was perfect. Service was excellent and the vibes were great. Next time we would order the garlic bread, steak frites, and cookie skillet and call it a day. read more

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Came here on a Sunday evening to celebrate a birthday, and overall it was a solid dinner experience. The restaurant immediately makes an impression with its stylish booth seating and the open kitchen/bar area, which serves as the visual centerpiece of the space and creates a lively atmosphere. We started with the loaded potato fritters. The flavors were enjoyable, though I would have preferred the potatoes to be served hotter. Perhaps this is intentional to preserve the cream cheese layer, but it left me wanting a bit more warmth from the dish. Still, it was a pleasant start to the meal. The Spring Goddess Salad was light, crisp, and refreshing. The chicories added a peppery bite that elevated the combination of tomatoes, corn, and pecans. I wouldn't have minded a touch more dressing, but the balance of flavors and textures made it an enjoyable course. The grilled ribeye was the standout of the evening. It was cooked perfectly, with a beautiful crust and just the right amount of marbling. The accompanying sauces complemented the steak well without overpowering it. We also added an order of garlic bread, and it was hard to resist--freshly baked, generously buttered, and exactly what you want from a comfort-food side. For dessert, we opted for the skillet cookie. Served warm with ice cream and finished with a pinch of salt, it struck a nice balance between sweet and savory and was a satisfying way to end the meal. Don't overlook the cocktail menu. The martini selection is extensive and expertly crafted, making it a great choice for anyone who appreciates a classic cocktail. I especially loved that they offer mini martinis, which makes it easy to sample more of the menu and discover new favorites. Overall, this is a neighborhood spot with a welcoming vibe, quality food, and a strong beverage program. While I enjoyed the experience, I do think it's slightly overhyped given the buzz surrounding it. read more

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I've been wanting to come here for awhile now and finally snagged a reservation here! We arrived just before 6pm and our server kindly squeezed in a couple happy hour drinks and their famous cheeseburger before the cutoff, which was such a nice touch. What we ordered: Garlic bread (9/10): buttery, garlicky heaven. Just order it. Chopped chicories salad (8/10): sweet and garlicky. Good, but a bit much after a few bites. Ode to Chez cheeseburger (8/10): cooked medium rare by default. Solid.. though my partner loved it more than I did. Two sheet vongole (10/10): The standout entree. Loved everything about this unique dish. Lemon baked Alaska (100/10): I may have just found my new favorite dessert. Everything felt intentional from the decor to the way the food is prepared. Also the ambiance strikes that perfect balance of cool and cozy. Definitely a strong date night spot that we will continue to visit! read more

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I finally got a reservation for one of the hardest restaurants to get into in LA for my foodie friend and I. YES, the hype is absolutley worth it. The location is very unique. It is in a secluded neighborhood with plenty of parking. The outside of the restaurant is very quiet, but once you enter, it is dim lighting, loud music, the sound of the bartenders shaking up drinks, and lots of laughter. I came on a Tuesday night, and everything was great, but the service could have been better from our server who was not as attentive. I think each time we had to flag her down because she passed by our table so quickly. We had to order the garlic bread, loaded potato fritters, ode to chez cheeseburger, and the skillet cookie. ALL of it was so delicious. -The garlic bread was so warm and soft. In each bite you got a bite of the warm butter and garlic. -The potato fritters were so unique. It was extra loaded with parmesan cheese, and the cream cheese was so fluffy, it made every bite enjoyable. I suggest opening it up to get a bite of the chives and bacon also. I also tasted a hint of lime zest in each bite. -The burger was my favorite of all. This burger was so juicy and tasty. I was very impressed with the juiciness of the thick patty that was in the burger. The bun was so warm and soft. It had a unique taste that could have come from the fondue or the onions. The burger is big enough to split. I highly recommend trying it out. -The skillet cookie honestly had me lost for words. Each bite was delicious from the warm cookie, rich cold vanilla ice cream, and the salt flakes on top. Do not skip on this dessert. As for drinks, my friend got an orange wine, and I got an old fashioned. Both were perfect to our liking. There was plenty of bar seating available for walking in. I think this will be my go-to girls' late night out spot or elevated happy hour spot! Try getting that reservation or grab a seat at the bar. You will not be disappointed! read more

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A girlfriend and I decided to give Herman's a try after hearing good things, and it absolutely did not disappoint. We didn't book weeks in advance, which you probably should do, and ended up with a 5:45 reservation. When we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and told we had a hard out at 7:15. I can see how that might be a turnoff for some people, but honestly, I appreciated knowing the expectation. It also reassured me that if I had a 7:15 reservation, I wouldn't be left waiting for my table. Once seated, the atmosphere was inviting in an artsy, comfortable way, not stuffy or precious. We started with the famous Dirty Martinis with blue cheese olives, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. I don't know if they're hypnotizing the staff or just treating them really well, but every single person we interacted with seemed genuinely excited about the food, the drinks, and making sure we had a great experience. The Loaded Potato Fritters are insane. They quite literally melt in your mouth. The Fried Coconut Tiger Prawns may have been my favorite dish of the night. They were light, perfectly cooked, and had just the right touch of heat. The Stone Fruit & Tomato Salad is a sleeper hit. It may not be the dish that immediately jumps off the menu, but it was incredible. Sweet, savory, bitter, spicy, soft, and crunchy all at the same time. Seriously, what kind of sorcery is that? Then came the star of the show: the Two Sheet Vongole. This is one of the dishes Herman's is known for, and for good reason. It's not your typical pasta dish in the best possible way, creamy, bright, citrusy, and completely unique. By this point we were slowing down and convinced we couldn't eat another bite. Thankfully, we were wrong. We somehow found room for the Lemon Baked Alaska, which is one of the best desserts I have ever had. Ever. Every component was perfect. The balance of flavors, the textures, the presentation. I genuinely don't have the words. Great food, great drinks, fantastic service, and one of those meals that has you planning your return visit before you've even paid the check. read more

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Hermon's did not disappoint! The staff were very friendly, and the service overall was great as well. If you are looking for a solid date night dining experience, this place has it all. When we arrived at 4:45pm to get in line, there were already about 14-15 people ahead of us. They opened right at 5pm. I had heard that they only have 18 seats at the bar which are reserved for walk-ins, and since I saw people reserving spots in line for their groups, I was nervous we wouldn't get a seat, but it all worked out! So if you are a party of 2 and hoping to get a seat at the bar, I would arrive NO LATER than 4:45pm. If possible, arrive even earlier just to be safe. All of the food we ordered was truly amazing. It was clear that they took their time to prepare the food and plate everything well. It seemed like everything was delivered so precisely, it made me feel like I was guest on a cooking show. Happy Hour $18 Cheeseburger - While it looks simple, it was incredibly flavorful and juicy. The burger patty was cooked medium-rare to perfection. Personally, I wouldn't have got the burger had it not been for the happy hour price. I just can't see myself spending $24 on any burger no matter how good it was. Two Sheet Vongole - I've never had pasta in this form before. It was a very unique take on vongole pasta, but it was very special. The flavor was insane. So good. I do wish it had at least one more layer of the pasta sheet because I eat a lot, but then again I also shared it with someone so had I eaten it all to myself it probably would have been enough. Loaded Potato Fritters - Looking at it I was in awe and thought to myself "how the heck did they make this." I can't recall ever having potatoes like this before, but it was amazing. The thin layers of potato, the crisp, the cream cheese cloud, all went perfectly together. Every bite was literally perfect. Skillet Cookie - Like everything else we ate, the cookie was amazing. I would just say though, that I wished it was a little bit bigger haha. But again, I also shared it with someone. Additionally, I couldn't help but think about the Pizookie from BJ's. For a place like Hermon's I do wish that this dessert was a bit more unique than something I've eaten at a chain restaurant. read more

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Had a co-worker put me on to this restaurant, which I wasn't even aware of, so decided to head over after a movie the other night. No reservations were available, tried waking in but there was an hour wait, so for on the wait-list anyways and was she to get a take in about 25 minutes. Not bad. Started off with cocktails because that's just what we do. The Mai Tai was your traditional Mai Tai with the runs, Curacao and orgeat. Good flavor and loved the presentation. The blood orange daiquiri was different but also has good flavor. Seems the Daiquiri changes based on fruit in season, which is fun. For food, we started with the scallop crudo. Scallops were perfect, the tangerine didn't give an overbearing citrus flavor while the red onion have some texture. But the dish also didn't necessarily stand out as being memorable, but was still good and fresh. For entrees we went with the vongole and the burger. The vongole was very interesting, didn't think I've had anything like it before. Almost like if a lasagna and a pizza had a baby. So much going on and so much forgot with the clams, guanciale, parm, crab and breadcrumbs for texture. Just a really yummy entree. The burger was also very good and definitely passes the eyeball test when it is sitting right in front of you. The meat is covered in a soubise fondue which adds so much forgot and richness to each bite. A very good burger. Overall, great newer restaurant to the Los Angeles food scene. Drinks were quiet, as was the good, and service was great as well. Definitely a nice place to take a date or meet with friends for a couple drinks. So grab a reservation, sit down and enjoy! read more

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If I only had the burger, I would give this place five stars. I don't even like onions on my burger, but they just fit so perfectly and they're grilled enough where you don't feel the texture of them if you're kind of a raw onion hater like me. They just add to this perfect tasting burger. The steak and frites were fantastic. We got way more shrimp than we bargained for with the coconut fried tiger prawns and then those potatoes! They call them potato fritters but it's really potato pavé. Good lord! We end with the Alaskan meringue with its cold center was superb. My friend ordered the tiny tini and she said it's her perfect cocktail. It's just her size; she doesn't like a full drink and that one was perfect. Can't wait to go back and try something else and maybe just have another one of those burgers. I also want to sit up at that bar because it's absolutely gorgeous. I've never seen a restaurant where the expediting area was inside the bar area. Interesting. read more

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Hermon's is definitely one of those spots that lives up to the hype. Reservations are so hard to get that we showed up 15 minutes before opening and there was already a walk-up line forming. They only have 18 bar seats, which makes it feel super intimate, and they offer valet which was a nice touch. We ordered the loaded potato fritters (which honestly don't even look like potatoes in the best way possible), the garlic bread, and the happy hour burger. The garlic bread was probably the only thing we'd skip next time. My boyfriend got two beers, but I lowkey regret not ordering the Mai Tai because it looked so good. Overall such a fun experience and definitely a spot we'll be back to. read more

Hermon's - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The hype is finally real! Usually a new restaurant opens and everyone talks about how great it is and then it inevitably falls short.....AND THAT IS NOT HERMON'S. What a meal! Everything was amazing, but the Two Sheet Vongole is truly special. It's fun to eat, it's everything you love and a clam pasta without having to pick the clams out of shells, the flavors are bright and savory. The Baked Alaska is fantastic with so much meringue it's like what you thought eating a cloud would be like when you were a kid. The Loaded Potato Fritters will make you smile so much. And the drinks were bangarang. Service is A+++. Everyone is so nice, so happy, so thrilled to be there. The staff is just really kind and clearly love being a part of this team and it makes the place feel really special. Ambiance - fantastic. The lighting was warm, the music was low, the booths were packed with smiling people. I dunno ya'll - feels like a GEM. read more

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have been trying to get a resy here since it opened and its IMPOSSIBLE. tried to walk in at opening, they opened at 5 and came at 5:10 pm (there was already a line) and had to wait an hour once seated we ordered everything we saw rec online, got the - green goddess salad, garlic bread, scallop crudo, two sheet vongole, burger, lemon baked alaska. everything was just fine LOOL. if anything the vongole was super unique and ive never really had anything like that before- creamy, and zesty with clams read more

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My husband and I had an absolutely spectacular meal here. Had to make the reservation a couple weeks ahead of time, but it was well worth it. The restaurant itself is beautiful, dimly lit, and cozy. The service was very attentive and friendly. We started off with a Garibaldi cocktail and a Chef's 50/50 martini. Both drinks were fantastic, and the blue cheese olives in the martini were amazing. For food, we ordered the chicory salad and fries to start. The salad was so simple but incredible - we wanted to save some to take home but we couldn't stop eating it!! It was basically a riff on a Caesar salad but with chicories instead, and was piled high with shaved parm. The fries were also perfect, served with ketchup and an addictive horseradish mayo. I think they might have been lightly battered because they were extra tasty and crunchy like curly fries. For mains, we had the two sheet vongole pasta and the mushroom bourguignon. The vongole was a fun concept - a thin pasta sheet with a creamy and lemony clam sauce. I just wished there were a bit more sauce on it. The mushroom bourguignon was a hearty dish - tender mushrooms over a rich and buttery polenta. We really enjoyed it. We were too full for dessert at this point so we didn't get anything, but I'd like to try the Baked Alaska next time! We just shared a yuzu margarita as a nightcap before heading out. It was good, but the yuzu flavor was not prominent enough - would skip that next time. For us, while everything was great, the highlights of the evening were the 50/50 martini, chicory salad, and fries. Overall, the meal was really memorable, and we're looking forward to the next time we can return! read more

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My true rating is really a 3.5 as i had mixed feelings about my first go around. Glad to have made it down to Hermon's as reservations are not easy to come by. We actually just walked in right before they opened and was lucky enough to get a table. Garlic Bread - Probably my favorite part of dinner as usual. When you get the middle of the cuts where the garlic is, you too will fall in love. The bread had an amazing crisp on the outside and soft fluffy texture in the inside! Yellowfin Tuna Crudo - I am not sure what it was about the tuna, but I was not to impressed. A little too chewy for my liking. Branzino Collars - Loved the mix of Buffalo sauce and the branzino. Something I would not have thought of myself but it works especially when you're dipping it with blue cheese! BE WARNED - IT IS VERY BONEY SO EAT WITH CAUTION. Steak Frites - Maybe I am spoiled by my time in France but I was not as impressed with the steak. The steak was a bit rough for my liking and the sauce seemed to be missing something that I could not put my finger on. Skillet Cookie - Small cookie and ice cream - a bit pricey for what it is but always yummy and can't go wrong. Will be making a second trip here to give it another go as the vibes were there! Though maybe it was just me but I felt like our waiter was not happy to serve us that day but i know we all have bad days and that is okay! Parking - limited residential street parking but they do have valet in their parking lot. read more

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This place does it right! Great wine selection for the those who know the difference between the old world and the new. The crudo is delicious but if I had to pick one of the raw fish apps, I'd take the tuna carpaccio in a heart beat. The steak tartare was delicious. Service with bbq chips so you definitely get the Smokey bbq flavor. I'd definitely order that again. The steak frites is delicious. Fries cooked in tallow which always hits. The two sheets dish was surprisingly delicious. You can't miss out on that. The burger was "fantastic" per a burger connoisseur/chef. And the cookie was great. I wish I would have tried the garlic bread and maybe the loaded potato. Looked delicious. Most restaurants are great but a server can really elevate your experience and that's what we got. We had the pleasure of being attended by Bennett and he was great to us. Put it this way, if the food was trash we would still come back for him. Great service. If you have time , definitely stop in. You won't be disappointed. read more

Hermon's - Steak tartare - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Well now that was a tasty spot! Don't even know where to start..let's go with the drinks first. Cocktails were prepared excellently behind the bar while we awaited our appetizers. The salad was refreshing and the tiger prawns were nothing to joke about, LOVED the sauce! Also got a few mains, definitely gotta get the steak. Nothing to complain on for service, top notch and efficient. Dessert was lemony as ever! Looking forward to coming back soon. Yum certified. read more

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New French bistro that recently opened on the edge of Highland Park. Hermon's is the latest spot from Last Word Hospitality--the group behind Rasarumah, Barra Santos, and Found Oyster, to name a few--and opened in early December. Having tried (and loved) Found Oyster, I went in with high expectations for Hermon's that, unfortunately, were not quite met. We walked in on a Friday around 7pm to put our name down and were squeezed into one of the last available seating slots around 9pm. We killed time and returned at 9pm for our reservation, only to stand in front of the maître d' stand for about an hour while waiting for the table to clear, be paid out, and reset. At that point, we were well past our reservation time--after already waiting two hours to begin with. I understand the restaurant is new, we were walk-ins, and it was a busy Friday night, but the wait felt excessive. That said, the service was excellent and the ambiance was lovely. Our server was attentive and very thorough when it came to allergies at the table. As for the food--it didn't quite live up to the standard set by their sister restaurants. The coconut tiger prawns were the standout: a perfect appetizer to share, with tender, substantial prawns and a flavorful sweet chili sauce. Unfortunately, everything after that felt fairly standard and not particularly memorable. The garlic bread proportions were a bit off--too much bread and not enough garlic butter. The steak frites were good, but nothing especially noteworthy. We initially wanted to try the baked Alaska, but by the time we were seated, they were already sold out for the night. We opted for the skillet cookie instead, which leaned more toward a soft pudding topped with ice cream. Overall, I was really looking forward to trying Hermon's--especially after building up an appetite during the long wait--but it didn't quite hit the mark. The real SAVING GRACE of the experience was Patrick at the maître d' stand. He was incredibly attentive, funny, and personable--and even stopped by our table after we were seated to engage in some playful banter, which truly stood out. One additional note: there isn't much within walking distance if you're waiting for a table or want to grab a drink before or after, aside from Capri. read more

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I've been hearing so many people rave about Hermon's, especially their burger, so I had to give it a try. I ordered the burger as it comes, but since I'm not a fan of horseradish, it just wasn't for me. My friend also mentioned that she would've liked more cheese on her burger. That doesn't mean it's a bad burger it just wasn't my personal preference. The potato fritters, however, were excellent, and the Bolognese pasta was the standout of the night. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce had great flavor. For dessert, we tried the warm cookie skillet with ice cream. It was good, but it reminded me of a regular Pazookie, nothing that really stood out. Reservations are hard to get, so we arrived early and grabbed seats at the bar. The bartenders were friendly, the service was great, and the drinks were well made. I can't give this place a five star because the burger was disappointing to me. However, I would definitely come back for the service and the rest of the food. read more

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I have been eagerly awaiting the opening of Hermon. Formerly a church banquet hall, this structure is now home to an innovative restaurant by Last Word Hospitality - the folks behind Found Oyster, Queen's Raw Bar & Grill, and Barra Santos to name a few. This lovely establishment gets its moniker from the community it resides in - Hermon. Menu items feature classic California cuisine with a twist and incorporate local produce. The cocktail menu is just as exquisite with a sophisticated offering of martinis. $9 Tiny Tini with blue cheese stuffed olives - yes please! Grown up size available too! Can I tell you how happy I am that this place is walking distance from my house. This Art Deco Craftsman is adorned with blue vinyl upholstered booths, cozy nooks, polished wood floors, exposed beams, a gorgeously tiled u-shaped bar, and an open kitchen. The photos on the wall give it a homey feel. I came here on opening night. There was a line before the doors opened. Since it was the soft opening the menu items were limited. However, I was happy to discover that regular size martinis are $10 during happy hour, so I got the Hermon's Classic with Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives. I also order the Garlic Bread because the ladies sitting next to me at the bar had it and it looked amazing! Bartender Reed was darling. (The staff here are all incredibly nice.) My martini was ice cold and perfect! The Garlic Bread was gasmic! Words can't describe how amazing it is, but I highly recommend. I made two new friends at the bar and we already made plans to meet here again. I found my new happy place. read more

We absolutely loved Hermons. It is hard to get a reservation. Guest stay longer? I did. The food is amazing. We had almost everything on the menu and it didn't disappoint. Loved the burger! Probably the best I have had. Definitely would get the potato fritter. garlic bread , scallop crudo, and chicories salad. If you don't know what chicories are ask. (It's not the normal salad) Burger is great. Lasagna Vongole is aa slightly whimsical pasta, rich and delicious. Vegetarian mushroom Bougon is rich very satisfying and they have a wonderful list of red wine that can accompany perfect pairing. The baked Alaskan is thoughtful and unlike the traditional but fantastic read more

I ordered the two sheet vongole and it was perfection. My favorite drink was the Bianco Americano. There was a bit of a wait so I would recommend making a reservation. Cute date spot and the booths can comfortably fit four people. read more

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Tried Hermon's after hearing a lot of hype and it didn't quite live up to expectations. The steak frites was the main draw, but it came out a bit dry and noticeably underseasoned, which was disappointing for a dish that's usually pretty hard to mess up. The overall experience wasn't bad, just nothing that stood out enough to justify all the buzz. Service and ambiance were fine, but the food didn't quite deliver the wow factor I was expecting. Probably wouldn't rush back. read more

My boyfriend lives walking distance from this place and we've been EYEING it during construction--it did not disappoint! The wait was a bit excruciating (we put our names down at 5:30 and got seated at 9:00pm) but that's to be expected for a highly anticipated restaurant opening that was featured in multiple local publications. The food certainly made up for it! It helped that we got to pass the time at home a block away. They were in soft opening when we went (12/17/25) and had a limited but mighty menu that we ordered most of. The standouts for me were the mushroom bourguignon (full of flavor, warm and decadent, and full of deep umami that was pretty astounding for being a vegetarian dish), the chicories salad (very divisive at the table but I was a huge fan of the bitter greens take on a caesar salad, it cleared the palate very nicely while definitely hitting the caesar note), the branzino (fabulous in every way. just get it, it's everything you want), and the scallop crudo (the scallops are sweet and bright from the citrus)!!! The table liked the coconut prawns appetizer as well. All the entrees were fabulous. The garlic bread was okay, and the tartare was yummy but had some bites that were a little too meat-y (yes, I know tartare is meat, but you know what I mean? some bites tasted less like a balanced tartare and more like raw untreated beef on your tongue). The service was kind and attentive but tried taking away food before it was finished, and actually DID clear my mini dirty martini from the table while I was in the bathroom. Too attentive? Lol. They did give me a new one though, which was appreciated! Their drinks are fabulous but I can't say enough good things about their espresso martini. It comes in a single or double size and I personally think the single size should be an option everywhere (sometimes a girl doesn't wanna stay up all night!) They did a beautiful job with the place. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Rarely am I impressed by new LA restaurants but Hermon's really blew us away. Not only was the food fantastic, the drinks were fresh and creative, the staff was kind and bubbly as well. Our experience was wonderful top to bottom. If you like a dimly lit, cozy vibe this is The perfect aesthetic for you. We left and kept thinking about when we'd be returning next. Hopefully soon! read more

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My husband woke up at 8 a.m. just to secure a reservation here for my birthday, so we were genuinely excited to try this place. Unfortunately, the experience felt rushed from the second we walked in. Before we were even properly greeted, we were immediately told they needed our table back by 7:15. Our reservation was at 5:45. We were seated all the way in the darkest corner next to the swinging kitchen doors, which already set the tone a bit off. Our server was kind, but overall the service lacked attentiveness. My husband reminded them right before dessert that it was my birthday, and they still forgot to put a candle on it. As for the food, the happy hour menu is really only worth it for the burger. The burger itself was genuinely great, the caramelized onions were delicious, though there was slightly too much mustard for my taste. No major complaints there. The cocktails, however, were disappointing. The martinis tasted heavily batched, which is a huge red flag at this price point and level of hype. My husband's yuzu margarita was mid at best. If you're charging LA cocktail prices, guests expect drinks made fresh, not pre-mixed. I also think the menu pacing and pairings need work. Pushing fries alongside loaded potato fritters is way too much starch. A salad pairing recommendation would make far more sense. The citrus endive salad was actually lovely, though I think adding a few chopped dates would elevate it with texture and subtle sweetness. Now the bolognese... genuinely one of the worst I've ever had. There were maybe five noodles in the bowl and the sauce tasted alarmingly close to canned Manwich. IYKYK. Dessert was equally underwhelming. There were only two options, and the cookie honestly tasted like something you could get at Chili's. For a restaurant with this much buzz in LA, the dessert program especially needs serious elevation. Hire an incredible baker and create signature dishes beyond the burger. Another issue: every dish came out within about 10 minutes, to the point where I actually had to ask them to slow the courses down. I have never had to do that at a restaurant before. The whole experience felt transactional rather than hospitable. Ambiance was giving expensive hotel bar with fantastic art work. I loved the painting I posted below! There's clearly potential here, and I do hope the restaurant succeeds. Every new restaurant has a phase where it figures out what works and what doesn't. But right now, outside of the burger, this place feels more driven by hype than execution. read more

Hermon's - This made me happy, has the sun began to set the painting, started to move. Matisse? - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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