Katelyn Coskey
I was visiting Hermosa beach for my first time and was lucky enough to stay across the street from what is now my most favorite restaurant in the world. Chef Melba and John made me feel like I was at home. The food was absolutely amazing and the service and atmosphere were perfect.
Erica Safan
We have been going to Chef Melba’s for over 10 years and it never disappoints. A hidden gem in South Bay, how do people not know about this place?!?! Melba always comes by to catch up with our family and John is always so nice and helpful. Pretty much everything on the menu is amazing…and huge. You will definitely get your $$’s worth. Our personal favorites are the Petrale Sole, ceviche, tuna tartar, and the chocolate bag for dessert.
Valérie LAFFITE
Excellent restaurant in Hermosa Beach! We went there for a birthday and everyone really loved it. The quality of the food is amazing! We took the paella and the lamb. Excellent! Plus, the service is very careful. The chef came to see us at the end of the lunch and she's is an amazing woman with a lot of personality. Same for the waiter who was really nice.
I highly recommend that restaurant.
Michael Mitchell
What a great little find this is in a busy Beach community. It's small with limited hours but the food is simply amazing. I recommend the Rustic Petrale Sole, it melts in your mouth.
Jessica Henson
This gem of a place is THE BEST. Chef Melba and John are masters of their crafts. The food and wine is incredible and the service is so kind and attentive. Everything we ordered was delicious -- Chef Melba even made a special vegetarian pasta dish for me that was not on the menu. It's the best restaurant in Hermosa without a doubt -- you have to try it if you haven't.
Susan Martello
Went to Chef Melbas for our holiday party! We had an amazing time. The food was absolutely spectacular. Our waiters were wonderful. Looking forward to eating there in the future. What a great place!
Ashley Picillo
Chef Melba and her team (especially Jan) are absolutely fantastic. Her menu is inventive, her team (Jan) is incredible, and their wine list thoughtfully prepared. It’s easy to tell when your meal has been prepared with passion and love, things Chef Melba pours into every meal she creates. Best team, unreal fresh food, fabulous location.
Frederic Libbrecht
Spanish octopus was wonderfull as was the pasta with seabrass. Good wine. Nice waiter from Slovakia. Afterwards for a walk at Hermosa Beach
Luke Luke-Lion Garrity
I don't ever rate things, but this restaurant is worth it. Exsquite food, great atmosphere, I suggest you try it!
Lynda Castro
It's the best place to eat in Hermosa and surrounding communities.... We always take family and friends to dinner at Chef Melba's.... She cooks everything fresh and from scratch...lots of veggies, fresh fish, beef and chicken.... Awesome desserts too
Denise Beskou
It was absolutely wonderful! Amazing taste, incredible service and reasonable prices. We had the butter fish as the main dish and we loved it! Everyone should also have the award winning Chef Melba's dark chocolate bag for dessert! We will definitely go there again and again!
Erin Borgstrom
First time with friends Greg and Margaret, amazing food! Loved the seafood paella dish. It has amazing fresh seafood and bold flavors.
Christy Forbes
Our absolute favorite place to go. The seafood pallea, the mushroom appetizer and the chocolate box for dessert. YES PLEASE!!!
Angela Vengel
Great food. Seasonal choices. Wonderful seasoning. Love Melba.
GiGi Farag
AMAZING food and great service, loved watching Chef Melba creat each one of her pieces of art
Tom Hicks
Had a great meal. fantastic service. and an ambiance of celebrate life.
Fran Sur
Our favorite restaurant in the SouthBay for a romantic dinner out. Parking is terrible...I always have to walk out mid-dinner to refill my 1 hour meter.... but that's out of their hands. Thank you Chef Melba for your amazing food and presentation!
Basil Larkin
Everything was excellent including our waitress from Cape Cod. The only issue was that are reservation was not taken on time but it was New Years Eve, so we'll let it slide a little.
Kerry O'Shea
The food was amazingly fresh and inventive. Perfectly cooked, seasoned and presented. And a wine list that isn't trying to break the bank
Raquel Martinez Suh
Best seafood cuisine. The entire ambience was perfect; I enjoyed seeing Chef Melba prepare and serve the dishes. It is a return, MUST!!
Chuck Wild
Great service, great food, and thanks for being vegan friendly as well : )
Jay Philbrick
Thank you Chef Melba for a wonderful Mother's Day dinner. The lobster and halibut were incredible as were the Oyster Rockefellers. Service was great from Rachael and Shauna.
Jessica Fleishman
Passionate food perfectly executed with a balance of subtlety and boldness that is rare to find.
Jwheeler
Chef Melba is the best! The best in fresh fish and produce with Chef Melba doing her magic right before your eyes behind the counter! An awesome restaurant that can hold it’s own with the best with a local neighborhood feel. The best combo!
Melissa P
Delicious Dining!. Chef Melba's Bistro one of my favorite places to dine ! The Chef is incredible, treating diners with such fresh ingredients, flavorful dishes from ginger sauce Scallops to Tequila Braised Short Ribs. It is a Cozy Place so you will make friends with your Table Neighbor, however the excellent service from Anna and Shanna make you Feel like Family. A Gem of a Place in the Heart of Hermosa.
Mark
Great little neighborhood restaurant. A hidden gem only a short distance from the beach! Why drive across town when you can find great food and a relaxed atmosphere locally. We enjoyed watching Melba and her sous chef work calmly and efficiently in the kitchen. Food was delicious and the service was excellent.
South Bay Rants N Raves
Amidst the pizza parlors, yogurt shops and fast food joints that Hermosa Beach is strewn with lies Zagat rated Chef Melba's Bistro.
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