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Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, Hermosa Beach, CA
Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, Hermosa Beach, CA
Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, Hermosa Beach, CA
Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, Hermosa Beach, CA
Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, Hermosa Beach, CA

Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila

4.7
4.7
808 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
For birthdays, anniversaries or large parties, please call our Events Manager, Anjel at 310 977 7939 or email at reservations@palmillahb.com

Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila, an upscale chef driven restaurant, delivers regionally influenced gourmet Mexican food, engaging service, hand-crafted cocktails, and the best selection of premium tequilas in the South Bay. Located steps away from the Pacific ocean on the Hermosa Beach promenade, guests will enjoy an elegant market-fresh menu. The innovative space, designed by G+ Gulla Jonsdottir Designs, transports guests to a Mexican resort complete with a cozy heated patio, unique white stone walls surrounding an intimate dining room, and a stunning marble counter-top at the full service bar.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 26 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:30 am
  • Phone number
    (310) 977-7939
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ray Alvarez
  • Neighborhood
    Hermosa Beach
  • Cross street
    Hermosa Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 808 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Mexican

  • Beach Cities

    Hot spot

  • Beach Cities

    Mexican

808 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great margaritas. The filet mignon street tacos were amazing!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I’m really disappointed in Palmilla lately. I had a conversation. With someone there on Saturday and updated my party amount to 8 people. I was told that it was ok however we would have to be there by 5. I said ok. We showed up at 5 and they said that my res still shows 4 people however it was changed to 5:00. What was the point of me having a 10 minute conversation with someone at Palmilla on Saturday? Pretty frustrating as it was a friends bday and she chose Palmilla. I was ready to leave however after about 15 minutes they accommodated us. Monica our server was great but everyone else there wasn’t. When we were served our tortillas with the honey butter, they only brought one to a table of 8. You would think that they would have brought 2. One for each end. Anyway, I can go on however I won’t. Just a bummer cuz I used to love it there.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don't go anywhere else for Mexican food but here.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience5
    Brunch isn't their thing although I wish it was. Food is great here albeit pricey. The problem was 1 server for the entire outdoor seating Not trained bus staff. (I think it's actually the hostesses) my server tried. But tough e we ugh do many. My "Busser" served food and dumped a whole glass of Bloody Mary on my lap. I tried not making a big deal despite I was soaked as my 13yo son gets embarrassed But they threw towels at me , left the cleanser on table top - didn't finish I had to mop up around me. Got me a new drink but a slight apology and they charged me for the drink even though replacement one was watery and not spiced like first as asked. I asked for no bacon on my sons breakfast and put on side They put even more on his food AND added a side of bacon. (Graciously didn't charge for the "extra") but we couldn't split food as planned as I'm allergic. Fir the prices and good quality this place needs to improve

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  5. CarolS

    New Mexico

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food every time. You can really tell they care about what they serve. The servers are friendly and helpful, if I lived here in Hermosa Beach, I would be a regular. I hear they have opened a second location in Newport Beach - with a 4 month wait to get a table! We’ll try it another time.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Great food. Need more servers. Go there all the time.

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  7. AngieR

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The drinks are well crafted and the food is good. The menu doesn’t have enough vegetarian options (only about 2) and the food style is a Latin fusion. So it wasn’t what I was expecting, but it was still tasty. The vibe inside is very nice for a business meeting or even a date night. The vibe on the outside couches very nice for a group of friends or a date night. The vibe that’s outside but not on the couches, is good for people watching on the Promenade Beach area. I would definitely go back again. The hostess and wait staff were also very, very friendly.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. We made some modifications to our orders and they were done perfectly. The location and ambience is great.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of the few restaurants in the South Bay that offers authentic Mexican food. Food is fantastic, drinks are delicious and service is super! I highly recommend it.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks where amazing. Service was top notch.

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  11. Foodlover

    San Diego

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Smart Mexican cuisine. In hip Hermosa Beach. Loved the flour tortillas with honey butter complementary dish. Fresh fish and vegan options.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    We ate here recently and it was one of the best Mexican places we’ve been to. Really good quality dishes and plenty to choose from. Service was a little slow due to it being busy, but on the whole will definitely be returning

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  13. CaseyW

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The drinks were perfection. We tried the ceviche for the first time and loved it.

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  14. JudyP3454

    Los Angeles

    57 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The drinks and service were exceptional. Food was average. It is a fun spot and has one of the most creative bar menus in town.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Traveling in a family vacation. Wanted a fun, bump up from casual dining experience and Palmilla did not disappoint. Recommend if you are looking for good Mexican cuisine Amin a fun atmosphere.

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  16. Shelly

    Naples

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The service was fantastic - especially the hostess and the food was equally on point. She did a great job of getting us a table on time and even came to find me at the bar early. I enjoyed my meal as it was a celebration for my friends Birthday. Highly recommend.....

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  17. stephanier

    Los Angeles

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super yummy food and margaritas. I think I could live on the warm tortillas and honey butter. The salads are delish too. The mains were great. Always a tasty spot!!!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great dinner - my husband was stressing as they were busy but the servers were great food excellent and all was amazing

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  19. TylerB

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Was bummed to find out it was Esperanza 2.0. Service was good, food was good. Would prefer to go to Esperanza.

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  20. KevinD

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For my birthday, they set us up with an intimate table upstairs on the rooftop in the corner looking out at the ocean. It was perfect as dinner ran through sunset. The Cadillac margaritas were excellent, as well as our fajitas & burrito.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite spot in Hermosa. The food is fabulous!! And the staff is too!

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  22. Pamela

    Los Angeles

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The wait staff was particularly pleasant! No rushing the service but attentive. Love the tortillas and the butter that comes with them.

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  23. NicoleC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    a great experience on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. The service was fast and friendly and everyone really knew their stuff!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Our waiter was not very engaging or helpful with our dietary restrictions/options. The other staff were lovely (hostess, food runners, other waiters checking on us). My fish was way over cooked. As always the Ambiance made the fair service and ok food worth the cost but I prefer the times when the food and service are also top notch.

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  25. 1TryPeche

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Food not good and very expensive for what it was worth

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  26. AlexG

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Yesterday wasn’t our first time dining there, it certainly not going to be the last one either. We love hermosa and absolutely love this local gem of a restaurant. Great location and vibe, amazing drinks and a ton of very flavorful Mexican cuisine inspired dishes.

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  27. HBDiner

    Los Angeles

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Better than ever! Everything from cocktails to main courses is full of flavor and high-quality ingredients!

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  28. AnnaD

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My mother and I were both thrilled with our Mother's Day brunch at Palmilla. They were ready for us right on time, the service was perfect, the food was delicious and not over priced. Great variety on the menu. We left stuffed and with leftovers!

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  29. SueA

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love the food and ambiance at Palmilla!! Very fun and festive with fantastic food and drinks!!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    A Hermosa Beach classic! Great food, service and fun atmosphere. Awesome margaritas too.

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  31. Calvin

    San Diego

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food drinks and service were all amazing, definitely will be back

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  32. Calvin

    San Diego

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food drinks and service were all amazing, definitely will be back

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  33. Luvgoodfood

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Food- their flour tortillas are complimentary, and a great treat, however, they are were not fully cooked, and this has happened often when we eat there. This can make people sick. The noise level was off the charts, even outside. Service was great!

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  34. ASG1

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great. Message regarding reservation for large group promptly returned. Unusually crowded and loud on the Plaza that day due to event, otherwise our patio table would not have had high noise level. Will definitely return.

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  35. KandisR

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    I've been a fan of Palmilla Cocina for 2 years. The first time I went I ordered Pecado de la Dia; it was amazing!!!! I've had it two other times and the presentation and quality have diminished drastically. My most recent visit left me feeling like I had been robbed!! The fish was dry and way too spicy, no sauce, fried onion strings, and the side vegetables looked like they were part of dehydration experiment. The cost to dine here is significant. Honestly, I will think twice before making this a destination for dinner.

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  36. JodiW

    Houston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Palmilla is a go to favorite. I love the food and the muddled raspberry margaritas and mojitos are delicious. I especially recommend enchiladas mariscos and the ceviche with plantains. I know it seems weird but the tortillas with honey butter are amazing! They also serve with salsas but try the honey butter. It does get loud inside later or on weekends. Outside fire tables are great when it’s not too cold

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    The food was good (although it came out cold). The service was terrible.

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  38. Betty0587

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere. Highly recommend the filet mignon tacos. The flour tortillas with butter and salsa they give you are to die for.

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  39. Riddler

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We eat at Palmilla about once a month. The food is consistently good and the service is also very good. Drinks are great and a little pricey. Spicy Margi is excellent!

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  40. AlexG

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great location in the heart of beautiful Hermosa Beach, the restaurant is a few yards away from the beach, the pier and the strand, however not too far from the convenient public parking structure. The initial experience is rather disappointing. The seating hostess definitely need to work on their customer service skills and social skills in general. We were strongly considering to walk away and seek a more friendlier establishment at first. I'm glad we eventually decided to swallow the pride and stayed. Our perseverance was certainly rewarded! Once you get seated, you'll be pleasantly surprised, the rest of the staff is actually very professional, personable, friendly and very attentive. Go figure... perhaps they're hired and trained by the different leaders with rather polarizing views on service. The food is pretty amazing and flavorful. Their plantain chips, salsas and sweat butter are pretty unique and delicious. Ceviche Tres Maneras appetizer was also absolutely delicious and, IMHO, is a must. The fajitas and tacos were very very good as well. Their margaritas are in a league of their own. I wish I could have a few more pepino diablo margaritas, but that inevitably wouldn't end well considering our long commute home.

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FAQs

Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 977-7939.

Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila is rated 4.7 stars by 808 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Palmilla Hermosa Beach Cocina Y Tequila

39 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hermosa Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Hermosa Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:30 am
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ray Alvarez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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