Lemon Grove

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   Julia

   Orange County

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined today

   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!
   

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   Tim

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day 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 today

   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 4 days ago

   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 3 days ago

   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 7 days ago

   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 1 day 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 7 days ago

   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 1 day 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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   tim

   Chicago

   5 reviews

   1.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   We were a group of six here to celebrate my wife’s birthday, start was great, host sat us, acknowledged her birthday, but that was the highlight. Ordered cocktails 15 minutes in, refills later in the meal requested, didn’t come until we asked again, ordered 4 Apps to share, ordered 2 Steak Frites, 2 Salmon, 2 pasta dishes. Service was inattentive restaurant was not full. One salmon was perfect, one was raw on one end, one pasta was very good the other was just ok, the Steak Frites(most expensive item on the menu) was not Steak Frites, it was a 3/8” ribeye steak covered in a meh chimichurri , with chunks of potatoes not frites. The server was so disconnected I had to get up and find the F&B director. He committed to comping the two steaks(we didn’t finish eating them) and the salmon that was raw. The bill came and it still included one steak frites, I pointed out to the server, he argued with me, I just paid and let it go. We left after finishing the drinks, no birthday dessert, yet the table next to us got a cake for a birthday dinner, we got nothing. Overall it’s a cool venue, but the service was just awful, the meal was so inconsistent and the chance to fix it was blown. My wife had to watch someone else get a birthday dessert with candles after a sub par experience. We will not return.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Tim, We deeply regret for not meeting expectations and understand how disappointing this must have been, especially as you were celebrating such an important occasion for your wife. We sincerely apologize for the inattentiveness of the staff, the inconsistencies in the dishes, and the overall lack of attention to detail. We will share your comments appropriately as we are continuously committed to improvements to our overall guest experience. We are also sorry for the inconvenience you encountered with the charges on your card. We completely understand the frustration you must have experienced. We will share your concern appropriately, and we appreciate your patience. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Jimmy

   Las Vegas

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

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

   Great food, great scenery and great drinks service was friendly and helpful.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded today

   Dear Jimmy, We strive to provide an outstanding experience to everyone who comes through our doors, so it is always rewarding to have our hard-working team acknowledged. We're also delighted to hear you enjoyed our delicious culinary offerings and the spectacular views. Thank you for choosing Lemon Grove, and we look forward to having you dine with us again. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Leah-Elena

   Austin

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

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

   Loved the food and atmosphere! Really didn’t know what to expect because I had never heard of Lemon Grove before, but it exceeded my expectations. Loved the roasted carrots, bone marrow, and scallops. The atmosphere was very fun! Will certainly be back.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Leah-Elena, Our culinary team takes great pride in creating dishes that leave a lasting impression, and we’re thrilled to hear you loved the roasted carrots, bone marrow, and scallops. We're so happy the lively ambiance at Lemon Grove added to your experience. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back the next time you are in the area. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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   Violet

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 20, 2024

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

   Lemon Grove never disappoints when it comes to a beautifully delicious meal. The ambience is equally spectacular. If you are going to dinner before a show, let them know. They try their best to make sure you are well taken care of.
   

   Lemon GroveResponded on December 21, 2024

   Dear Violet, We take great pride in offering delectable cuisine complemented by attentive service to ensure an exceptional dining experience, and we are thrilled you enjoyed your time with us. It was a pleasure to have you as our gust at Lemon Grove. We appreciate your generous review and look forward to welcoming you back to Lemon Grove the next time you are in the area. Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
   

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    Jennifer

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

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

    A breathtaking view among Christmas lights in the heart of Hollywood, this restaurant is the chef's kiss. From the lobby to the bar to the restaurant, a visit to the Lemon Grove is truly a prime LA experience. The food is absolutely exquisite. We ordered the Bougie Chips, Tuna Tartare, Meatballs, and Caprese to start. The Shortrib Rigatoni, Hollywood Bowl, Scallops, Salmon, and Chermoula were all delicious. My guests are eager to return!
    

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    Lemon GroveResponded on December 20, 2024

    Dear Jennifer, We are thrilled to hear that our ambiance, especially during the festive season, left a lasting impression. It is truly rewarding to know that from the lobby to the bar and into the restaurant, every detail of your visit resonated with you. Our culinary team will be delighted to hear your praise for the Bougie Chips, Tuna Tartare, Meatballs, and Caprese, as well as the Shortrib Rigatoni, Hollywood Bowl, Scallops, Salmon, and Chermoula. Each dish is crafted with care to bring bold flavors and memorable moments to the table. We look forward to welcoming you back to Lemon Grove for another wonderful dining experience. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous holidays! Mark Poffenbarger General Manager
    

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