Lemon Grove

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   Danielle

   VIP

   New York City

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Food was disappointingly hit and miss: Caesar was good, bone marrow had not enough bread and a pile of s&p ground so fine it was impossible to eat. Duck confit was good, but the $64 steak was horrible: chewy, no fat cap or marbling whatsoever, and ordered med rare but was overcooked to med well. Was the steak grass fed? Maybe choice grade? So chewy and dry!!! I don’t know what was the deal with it because the servers didn’t know ANYTHING. Bearnaise was so broken we couldn’t find it on the plate until finally we deduced that sad puddle of grease under the dry steak was supposed to be bearnaise. I was freezing the whole time but the blanket and heat lamp the server promised to bring never materialized. No follow up from server. Desserts looked horrible on the menu so we didn’t order one. Oh and my partner’s cocktail was a train wreck of bitter, sour flavors. So sad!
   

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   Joanne

   New York City

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really nice outdoor/ indoor restaurant in Hollywood like a rooftop … yummy food ; big portions which we could have shared . On New Year’s Eve and very accommodating and fairly priced. 2 interesting appetizers , charred carrots and a smoked trout . Very unusual and tasty lemon pasta with a curry flavored sauce and a lamb shank perfectly cooked . Gelato dessert was okay but cheesecake was great. i Waiter was delightful.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Joanne, We’re thrilled you celebrated New Year’s Eve with us and enjoyed the ambiance of our rooftop setting, offering both indoor and outdoor options. We’re also glad our culinary offerings left a lasting impression, especially the charred carrots and smoked trout appetizers, which are crafted to intrigue the palate. Our lemon pasta with curry-infused sauce and the perfectly cooked lamb shank are signature dishes, and we’re pleased you found them both flavorful and memorable as well. It’s also wonderful that the cheesecake was a highlight, and that our associate’s attentive service added to your experience. It was a pleasure to have you at Lemon Grove, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Wishing you a Happy New Year! Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Dan

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great ambience on rooftop deck. Inside and outside seating with views of Hollywood. Parking validation in building for 2 hours for $30. No deals with Pantages for parking. If you are going to theater advise your server and they make sure you get timely service. We had lemon pasta and short rib pasta- excellent and really large serving. Nice wine list. Cocktails in both alcoholic and dry versions
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 3 days ago

   Dear Dan, We are thrilled you enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere of our rooftop deck, with its stunning views of Hollywood. We are equally glad that the lemon pasta and short rib pasta were both excellent and generously portioned and that you found our cocktails to your liking. Our team is always happy to ensure a seamless dining experience, and we are also delighted that their attentive service resonated with you. However, we understand your concerns about the parking fee. We strive to maintain competitive pricing while offering convenient on-site parking, and we appreciate your valuable feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back to Lemon Grove again soon. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Julia

   Orange County

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food, service and ambience were great! A nice way to start our evening pre show. So attentive - great views!
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Julia, We enjoy offering our guests a simple, elegant atmosphere combined with delicious food served by our devoted staff. Thank you for choosing Lemon Grove and for your outstanding review. We hope to see you again soon. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Ed

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   We went there to celebrate my daughter‘s 22nd birthday and then go across the street to see Wicked, the play, at the Pantages theater. We had reservations at 6 o’clock. It took a little while for the waiter to come around and say hi and ask for drinks. Everything there took forever. We told the waiter, we had to be out of there by 7:30 which gave us an hour and a half to complete our meal he says no problem. It took quite a while for our meal to come out of the kitchen. I asked for another drink when the food came. I ended up getting my drink 20 minutes later and we were already done and it was 730. Again it was my daughter‘s 22nd birthday. We had no time for any dessert. They did not offer any dessert and we had no time. It was a very very awesome ambience restaurant. It was beautiful up on that roof, but our waiter and the food did not cut it.  Sorry Ed
   

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   Heidi

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had dinner before attending a show at the Pantages. The food was excellent. Nice presentation. The bougie chips are a must try. The scallops were cooked perfectly. The service was top notch. I would recommend this restaurant and will return.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 3 days ago

   Dear Heidi, We take great pride in not only the quality of our dishes but also in presenting them beautifully, and it’s fantastic to know that the culinary offerings, including the bougie chips and perfectly prepared scallops, made an impression. We are also thrilled that our convenient location and impeccable service contributed to your positive experience. Thank you for choosing Lemon Grove, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Tim

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   All entrees we ordered were terrific: Duck confit, scallops, steak frites and cacio e pepe
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Tim, We are pleased you enjoyed your time with us, and our chef will be happy to know you loved your selections so much! Thank you for dining with us and sharing your experience. We hope you'll come back often to sample more delectable dishes at Lemon Grove! Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Gina

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 25 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a wonderful time at lemon Grove. The vegetarian options were great. The service was amazing. We will definitely come back.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded on 26 December 2024

   Dear Gina, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are pleased our combination of inspired service with fresh, homemade, local flavor made for a memorable experience. We look forward to serving you again at Lemon Grove. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Paul

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 22 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was wonderful except for the $30 parking. I probably would not go back because I spent $60 for 2 cars and that is frankly outrageous for a $450 dinner.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 6 days ago

   Dear Paul, We appreciate your review and your compliments about our intuitive associates. We are pleased to know Travis did an excellent job taking care of you, and it will be our pleasure to pass along the kind remarks. However, we regret your dissatisfaction with our parking fee, and we appreciate your feedback. Thank you for including us in your dinner plans, and we all look forward to seeing you again at Lemon Grove. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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    Debbie

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Very special place, with two separate areas. The bar lounge is casual and comfortable, spaced out for intimate to large groups. Great decor and heaters. The dining indoor area is smaller and sophisticated, the main outdoor dining area is beautiful and spacious. Covered with heaters. Great, imaginative food and truly friendly service. Not cheap, but worth it. Especially loved the creative non-alcoholic menu, which lets you celebrate without booze.
    

    Lemon GroveResponded 6 days ago

    Dear Debbie, We are delighted to hear that the combination of our cuisine, service, and ambiance exceeded your expectations and left a lasting impression. We also concur that Chef Marcel's culinary expertise is exceptional. Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent experience with us. We eagerly look forward to welcoming you back to Lemon Grove atop The Aster. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
    

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