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

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

I really loved your cafe and your book! Will definitely be back again :))…read more The ambience and vibe was very cute too

You don't write because you want to say something, you write because you have something to say…read more Let's begin this elite review. :D The Source Cafe (est 2017) is a popular and fun little breakfast spot right on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach. It has a cool vibe, lots of fun things on the menu, healthy smoothies, and baked pastries. Interior design and layout were brilliant with abundant natural light. We came on an early weekend morning to grab breakfast; it was my first time at this cafe. I was warmly greeted by a male staff with a smile. I ordered an iced coffee and avocado toast. Both items were solid. Breakfast AT was delightful and healthy. Services were spot on. Prices were fair for the area. Plenty of street metered parking. Overall, this cafe is a good spot for breakfast. I recommend it.

First time visit…read more Outdoor dining Trying a All American Burger with fries Highly recommend

I'm not one to order a flourless dessert, being that they always look so dry however Bonaparte…read morenever disappoints! Being that I'm always on a diet I will have to try to refrain from eating this every morning. Unfortunately, I had to take a few bites before I took a picture.

Wow wow wow Came here with my girlfriend last week and it…read morewas amazing! Our first bite of the skewers had us both saying "wowwwww" couldn't stop saying that! I'm definitely coming back and bringing my husband.

Had a great Friday night dinner here with a friend. It's so cute inside, the vibe is very cozy…read more Everything we got was delicious! We got the spicy feta with focaccia bread. The bread was so good. We got a second order. We also got the spicy lamb meatballs, the golden beets, the Hen of the Earth mushroom skewers, and the lamb entrée. My favorite was the lamb. The yogurt sauce and the way it was seasoned was so good! I'll definitely be back, and looking forward to trying more dishes!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A friend and I went for an early dinner here. First time for us both…read more With having my puppy with me sat outside. It was warm and sunny and the sea breeze was so good. It was super clean, including the floors....always a benefit with my dog always purr ng stuff in his mouth that I never know what it is! I'd say the ambiance is relaxed and casual. Really pleasent. We both ordered the Angus burger with cheese on top, with fries. I had mine cooked medium. As an Englishman, I no longer like my meats burnt!!! I haven't had a burger for some time and am no expert. However, it was excellent, to a point of wanting to leave this review. It even looked like the published photo on their menu here!! Service was also excellent, allentive but again relaxed. My experience is easily a 5 Stars, and I will be back with the plan to try the more traditional Brazilian dishes.

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