Mediterraneo

IF YOU ARE IN THE SOUTH BAY, DONT MISS THIS SPOT. HERMOSA IS KNOW FOR ITS PARTIES AND BARS. FINALLY SOMEONE IS LEADING THE CHARGE IN FOOD! FUN AND WELL PRICED! GREAT SELECTION OF DRINKS TO COMBO WITH FOOD. ONLY DOWN FALL, SAME AS EVERYONE ELSE IN HERMOSA, BATHROOMS NEED SOME WORK! Pros: FOOD, NO PLASTIC CUPS, AND VIEW Cons: BATHROOMS more

Visited this establishment for the 1st time this past Friday evening with friends and a guest visiting from out of town and had a fabulous time. Took the time to make reservations - highly recommended because this place gets packed on the weekends - and specified an outside patio table which is really the way to go. There are heaters on the patio so no one got cold even though our reservations were for 7:45pm. We all ordered from the tapas menu and shared amongst ourselves. The portions were actually well-sized and very tasty. We ordered 1 or 2 per person and it was plenty for the entire group to graze on. There are a variety of cold and hot tapas to satisfy most tastes and as a vegetarian, I was very pleased with the number of meatless options. EXCELLENT PLACE to people watch whether you are checking out the rest of clientele at Mediterraneo or watching the maddening crowd surge down the Hermosa Pier -- really it is half the fun of going there. Highly recommended for an entertaining and tasty al fresco meal about as close to the beach as you can get. Pros: Great place to hang out, take your time & dine, and check out the crowd Cons: Can get pricey and crowded on the weekends. more

Visited this establishment for the 1st time this past Friday evening with friends and a guest visiting from out of town and had a fabulous time. Took the time to make reservations - highly recommended because this place gets packed on the weekends - and specified an outside patio table which is really the way to go. There are heaters on the patio so no one got cold even though our reservations were for 7:45pm. We all ordered from the tapas menu and shared amongst ourselves. The portions were actually well-sized and very tasty. We ordered 1 or 2 per person and it was plenty for the entire group to graze on. There are a variety of cold and hot tapas to satisfy most tastes and as a vegetarian, I was very pleased with the number of meatless options. EXCELLENT PLACE to people watch whether you are checking out the rest of clientele at Mediterraneo or watching the maddening crowd surge down the Hermosa Pier -- really it is half the fun of going there. Highly recommended for an entertaining and tasty al fresco meal about as close to the beach as you can get. Pros: Great place to hang out, take your time & dine, and check out the crowd Cons: Can get pricey and crowded on the weekends. more

I love this place... A great choice of Tapas, wine & beer... Very friendly service. Each time I am on the Pier, I will stop there, you can count on it ! Pros: The location & the food more

I love this place... A great choice of Tapas, wine & beer... Very friendly service. Each time I am on the Pier, I will stop there, you can count on it ! Pros: The location & the food Cons: none more

Some very close friends introduced me to this little gem. I have been grateful to them at every Mediterraneo dining experience since then. Every time I've tried tapas in the past, I've been underwhelmed, but the food here is outstanding. Well-prepared , fresh and flavorful. Out with the pretentious ""fusion foods"" that have been so popular and in with unique combinations of tastes that just work on the palate and have you craving more! The staff is warm, knowledgeable and responsible - by this I am referring to the fact that I ordered one dish that I was not personally fond of and so I ate very little of it. My waiter noticed that I had hardly touched it and asked if I wanted to have it removed from the bill. This is the kind of service that encourages people to try new foods without trepidation. I really appreciated that! Must-have's: Patatas Bravas (spice fingerling potatoes), Mini meatballs (so tasty!), Lamb chops with Quinoa (comforting), Seafood Pasta (scallops cooked to perfection!) and one surprising little dish are the dates wrapped in prosciutto - rich and delicious! They also serve the best mojitos I've ever had - complete with sweet sugar cane sticks! If you live in the South Bay, you must experience this place. If you're outside of the area, it is worth the drive. Be sure to take a stroll down the Hermosa Beach Pier while you are in the area. It is just steps away! Bon apetit! Pros: The food makes it all worth it. Cons: Parking can be a nighmare on the weekends. more

Some very close friends introduced me to this little gem. I have been grateful to them at every Mediterraneo dining experience since then. Every time I've tried tapas in the past, I've been underwhelmed, but the food here is outstanding. Well-prepared , fresh and flavorful. Out with the pretentious "fusion foods" that have been so popular and in with unique combinations of tastes that just work on the palate and have you craving more! The staff is warm, knowledgeable and responsible - by this I am referring to the fact that I ordered one dish that I was not personally fond of and so I ate very little of it. My waiter noticed that I had hardly touched it and asked if I wanted to have it removed from the bill. This is the kind of service that encourages people to try new foods without trepidation. I really appreciated that! Must-have's: Patatas Bravas (spice fingerling potatoes), Mini meatballs (so tasty!), Lamb chops with Quinoa (comforting), Seafood Pasta (scallops cooked to perfection!) and one surprising little dish are the dates wrapped in prosciutto - rich and delicious! They also serve the best mojitos I've ever had - complete with sweet sugar cane sticks! If you live in the South Bay, you must experience this place. If you're outside of the area, it is worth the drive. Be sure to take a stroll down the Hermosa Beach Pier while you are in the area. It is just steps away! Bon apetit! Pros: The food makes it all worth it. Cons: Parking can be a nighmare on the weekends. more

First restaurant I went to while in LA, and was glad I did. The Tapas was excellent )(buffalo mozzerella wraped in zuchini with balsamic) and the blue nose sea bass was outstanding. Their wine selection is great, as well as their list of microbrews. It tends to get busy, but the outdoor seating in November was a welcome relief for this native Pittsburgher. Pros: ambience, proximity to nightlife, service, wine selection more

First restaurant I went to while in LA, and was glad I did. The Tapas was excellent )(buffalo mozzerella wraped in zuchini with balsamic) and the blue nose sea bass was outstanding. Their wine selection is great, as well as their list of microbrews. It tends to get busy, but the outdoor seating in November was a welcome relief for this native Pittsburgher. Pros: ambience, proximity to nightlife, service, wine selection more

I visited this past summer and enjoyed my lunch on the patio sipping the best mojito I've ever had. I had lots of different tapas, so many I can't put my finger on which was my favorite. The experience was wonderful all around. I will be back next time I am in town! Pros: Wonderful food, great service more

I visited this past summer and enjoyed my lunch on the patio sipping the best mojito I've ever had. I had lots of different tapas, so many I can't put my finger on which was my favorite. The experience was wonderful all around. I will be back next time I am in town! Pros: Wonderful food, great service more

Was in Hermosa Beach from Atlanta, and what a wonderul find! Great service, creative food, and an exceptional experience!! more

Was in Hermosa Beach from Atlanta, and what a wonderul find! Great service, creative food, and an exceptional experience!! more

We were visiting from the midwest and were delighted to find such class and sophistocated Mediterranean cuisine just off the strand in Hermosa Beach. We like scallops and have never had any better than the seared delicacies from Chef Amber Caudle's grill. The nice thing about Chef Caudle's tapas is that we sampled lots of dishes without killing the wallet. Try the salmon, or the lamb, or the pastas, or (I could go on...). Compliments to the chef! more

WOW, WHAT A GREAT RESTAURANT! FOOD THAT IS CREATIVE,WELL PRICED, AND GOOD! THERE IS NOTHING LIKE THIS PLACE IN THE SOUTHBAY! I HAD NOT DONE THE WHOLE TAPAS THING UNTIL THIS PLACE. NOW I SEEK THEM OUT. ON A SIDE NOTE DONT MISS THE MOJITOS, MY GIRL FRIEND SEEMS TO NEED ONE AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK! Pros: PRICE, BEVERAGE SELECTION Cons: BATHROOMS NEED SOME WORK more

WOW, WHAT A GREAT RESTAURANT! FOOD THAT IS CREATIVE,WELL PRICED, AND GOOD! Pros: PRICE, BEVERAGE SELECTION Cons: BATHROOMS NEED SOME WORK more

We were visiting from the midwest and were delighted to find such class and sophistocated Mediterranean cuisine just off the strand in Hermosa Beach. We like scallops and have never had any better than the seared delicacies from Chef Amber Caudle's grill. The nice thing about Chef Caudle's tapas is that we sampled lots of dishes without killing the wallet. Try the salmon, or the lamb, or the pastas, or (I could go on...). Compliments to the chef! more

the tapas are tasty and the atmosphere is nice. sure, tapas arent going to be priced like they are in europe (hence, bc theyre IMPORTED). BUT, the greatest thing about this place is that they do have 2-for-1 tapas specials. i believe its still on tuesdays from 5-7pm. when im in town, i go with my family and we are stuffed at the end with a couple of plates and a jarafe of sangria. the bill comes out to less than $40 everytime and were satisfied. Pros: happy hour, good cali-styled tapas (not authentic but still good) Cons: service not completely up to par, no matter how good-looking they are more

the tapas are tasty and the atmosphere is nice. sure, tapas arent going to be priced like they are in europe (hence, bc theyre IMPORTED). BUT, the greatest thing about this place is that they do have 2-for-1 tapas specials. i believe its still on tuesdays from 5-7pm. when im in town, i go with my family and we are stuffed at the end with a couple of plates and a jarafe of sangria. the bill comes out to less than $40 everytime and were satisfied. service is so-so. with so many dishes, you really need to know your stuff especially since most people are not familar with this food. that is key, so i can see why people would complain about the service. Pros: happy hour, good cali-styled tapas (not authentic but still good) Cons: service not completely up to par, no matter how good-looking they are more

This restaurant has a very relaxing, elegant atmosphere with delicious tapas and a great wine selection in addition to a full bar with homemade mojitos and sangria. It is located on the walkstreet of Hermosa Pier right where all the action is. We sat outside and just relaxed for a couple of hours, it was highly enjoyable. Pros: food, location, atmosphere more