The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach

4.8

1048 Reviews

$30 and under

Californian

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Charming
Healthy
Neighbourhood gem

Farm to table is a movement around sourcing locally produced food and delivering the freshest product to the consumer. At the Hook & Plow, we truly believe food that comes directly from the source will yield a more fresh and more tasty product. Our menu will be focused around all the wonderful delights that California has to offer, including lots of fresh seafood and seasonal farm fare. We will strive to be as sustainable, organic, and healthy as possible, while staying true to our California roots.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, American, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–17:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–17:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(310) 937-5909
Website
http://thehookandplow.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Matthew Ignacio
Private party facilities
We are available for partial or full buyouts for private events. Please call us at 310-937-5909 to inquire. We can hold up to 50 guests.

Location
425 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Area
Hermosa Beach
Cross Street
Cypress St
Parking details
Metered parking available out front. Off street non metered spots available as well as parking lots located a few blocks away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Chef's Cheese BoardUS$18.00
Candied Walnuts, Fig jam, honey, raisin toast
H & P Seafood Chowder
- CupUS$5.00
- BowlUS$8.00
Maryland crab cakeUS$16.00
Mache salad, wholegrain mustard aioli, heirloom cherry tomatoes, Sherry vinaigrette
Ahi PokeUS$12.00
Sushi grade ahi tuna, avocado, cucumber, chili oil, wonton chips
Panko Crusted AvocadosUS$11.00
Parmesan cheese, radish salad, Lime cilantro sauce
Spinach & Grains SaladUS$13.00
Bacon crumbles, red quinoa, cous cous, marinated currants, strawberries, walnuts, roasted tomato, preserved lemon, cilantro, parmesan, sherry vinaigrette
Roasted Peach & Burrata SaladUS$14.00
Apple butter spread, burrata cheese, lemon, truffle oil, arugula salad, hazelnuts, and hazelnut praline
Black Kale & Quinoa SaladUS$15.00
Local goat cheese, pickled red onions, avocado, pepita seeds, radish, dried cranberries, heirloom tomatoes, lemon vinaigrette

Sides

Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$8.00
Preserved lemon, crispy capers, romesco sauce
Wild MushroomsUS$8.00
Hazelnut praline, parmesan, truffle essence, meyer lemon
Baby Roasted VeggiesUS$8.00
FriesUS$6.00
Parsley, Parmesan cheese, House made ketchup, Wholegrain mustard aioli

Entrees

Scallops & Pork BellyUS$34.00
Green pea puree, mint, pea shoots, glazed garden vegetables (pearl onion, radish, peas, fava bean, carrots) pork sauce
Braised Short RibsUS$28.00
Okinawan sweet purple potato, horseradish crème fraiche, charred
Fresh Off the HookUS$32.00
Fresh catch, Moroccan couscous, ras el hanout, radish, harissa yogurt sauce, marcona almonds, cilantro, mint gremolata (cooked medium unless otherwise specified)
Grass fed flat Iron SteakUS$28.00
Confit fingerling potatoes, shishito, piquillo pepper, honey-chili glaze, mojo verde, micro cilantro
Mary's Organic ChickenUS$26.00
Forbidden rice, drunken currants, hazelnuts, roasted cauliflower, cauliflower cream, curry oil, Chicken Au Jus
Crispy Organic Marinated TofuUS$23.00

Sandwiches

The BurgerUS$16.00
Applewood smoked bacon tomato jam, Crispy onions, Gorgonzola cream, lettuce, fresh baked brioche bun, market greens
30 HUS$16.00
Craft beer braised pulled pork, Napa house slaw, peppercorn mango chutney, pretzel bun, market greens
Grass Fed Flat Iron SteakUS$18.00
Sweet Onion Jam, Roasted Tomato, Garlic Confit rosemary Aioli, Havarti Cheese
Fresh Catch SandwichUS$16.00
Grilled, Jicama green papaya slaw, cornichon remoulade, tomato, brioche bun, market greens (cooked medium unless specified)

Desserts

Very Berry CobblerUS$10.00
Seasonal berries, butter crust, House whipped cream, Cali sea salt
White Chocolate Goat Cheese-CheesecakeUS$10.00
Lilikoi sauce, macerated seasonal berries
Bittersweet Chocolate Pot de CremeUS$10.00
House made whipped cream, toasted pistachio, California olive oil
Chef's Cheese BoardUS$18.00

What 1,048 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Los Angeles
Healthy
Los Angeles
Californian
Beach Cities
Best Service
Beach Cities
Healthy
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Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

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The Hook & Plow in Hermosa Beach offers a delightful dining experience with consistently "great food and excellent service." Guests appreciate the charming atmosphere and "lovely outdoor seating." Highlights include the "decadent martini" and "amazing happy hour specials." While some note occasional service hiccups, the restaurant remains a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

1,048 Reviews

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Fran VIP
Los Angeles51 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We come for a bowl of chowder. Always great on a cool winter’s night
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Wade
Los Angeles18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Savanah is a gem. Always a pleasure. We had a wonderful lunch today. Supercharged us for our bike ride on the Strand.
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Pablo VIP
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quick Bussiness lunch , this place is right around the corner from us and we love it no matter the occasion.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Los Angeles12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I think this is one of the best burgers I’ve had in my life, and the tomahawk steak was out of this world! We’ve definitely will be back
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Fran VIP
Los Angeles51 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Love the clam chowder, the buratta cheese and peach salad and the steak sandwich. We should be more adventurous but these choices are just that good. It’s a perfect place for an evening meal
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Chris
St. Louis23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This experience was outstanding. The tuna poke and clam chowder were amazing appetizers. The cheddar scallion biscuits drizzled with honey with the blueberry lime jam were quite tasty. Unfortunately, it was all so good that we were getting full and didn’t get to savor enough of the chicken and catch of the day as our entrees, which were really exceptional! The leek cream sauce with arugula and cranberries on the chicken was delectable. The sauce with the catch of the day (pan fried sea bass) was also incredible. And I can’t forget to mention the brussel sprouts. The addition of the capers to those is quite ingenious as it adds some tangy balance to the richness of the sprouts’ glaze. Amazing. Next time I am in town, dinner here is a must!
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Tina
Los Angeles23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shared a delish steak sandwich and fries with a friend. Also we each enjoyed a Froze.
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Shelby VIP
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the food and the ambiance! My elderly parents and I enjoy eating here.
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Sandra
Los Angeles176 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service! Even though she was working the evening all by herself, she managed the tables and the surface without a hitch. The brussels sprouts were good, although I could have done with a lot less keepers than was served with it
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Larry VIP
Nevada9 reviews
3.0
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Great food & great service for the staff they had. Understaffed & freezing cold
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FAQs

The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates. The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 937-5909.

The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach is rated 4.8 stars by 1048 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach

425 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Additional information

Cross Street
Cypress St
Area
Hermosa Beach
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–17:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–17:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Metered parking available out front. Off street non metered spots available as well as parking lots located a few blocks away.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Ignacio
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thehookandplow.com/
Phone number
(310) 937-5909
Private party facilities
We are available for partial or full buyouts for private events. Please call us at 310-937-5909 to inquire. We can hold up to 50 guests.

The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Starters & Salads

Chef's Cheese BoardUS$18.00

H & P Seafood Chowder

Maryland crab cakeUS$16.00

Ahi PokeUS$12.00

Panko Crusted AvocadosUS$11.00

Spinach & Grains SaladUS$13.00

Roasted Peach & Burrata SaladUS$14.00

Black Kale & Quinoa SaladUS$15.00

Featured Item

Furikake House FriesUS$7.50

Sides

Roasted Brussels SproutsUS$8.00

Wild MushroomsUS$8.00

Baby Roasted VeggiesUS$8.00

FriesUS$6.00

Entrees

Scallops & Pork BellyUS$34.00

Braised Short RibsUS$28.00

Fresh Off the HookUS$32.00

Grass fed flat Iron SteakUS$28.00

Mary's Organic ChickenUS$26.00

Crispy Organic Marinated TofuUS$23.00

Sandwiches

The BurgerUS$16.00

30 HUS$16.00

Grass Fed Flat Iron SteakUS$18.00

Fresh Catch SandwichUS$16.00

Desserts

Very Berry CobblerUS$10.00

White Chocolate Goat Cheese-CheesecakeUS$10.00

Bittersweet Chocolate Pot de CremeUS$10.00

Chef's Cheese BoardUS$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach restaurant rated?

Is The Hook & Plow - Hermosa Beach currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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