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Jacksons Village Bistro

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517 Pier Ave
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

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(310) 376-6714
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Jacksons Village Bistro - Hermosa Beach, CA
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Best

I recommend the Filet Mignon w/ Cabernet-Gorgonzola Sauce, it is the best! You get a big 12oz filet, with an exquisite cabernet-gorgonzola sauce... it is the best 28.95 i've ever...

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Jackson's is okay. Not the place to impress a date, but fine for a night out with friends. People are usually nice, and ambiance is good, food is okay. Pros: nice people ...

Cute and Romantic!! 11/22/2006

I have been wanting to eat at this restaurant for several years and finally had the chance the other week. I fell in love with it!! I am only bummed I didn't go sooner. I had a delicious ravioli dish that was filling and prepared with onion ring type things on top. I know it sounsd very odd to put with the ravioli but it worked perfectly. So yummy!! They have a nice wine selection but next time, I will bring a bottle of my own wine. They have a nominal corking fee that is well worth it. The patio is adorable and intimate. I love this place and can't wait to go back. Pros: Outside Patio, Inventive Menu, Service, Location more
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Fabulous food - unexpected treat! 11/11/2006

My boyfriend and I were in town for the weekend and picked this place off citysearch. Everything was awesome! The crab cakes were sweet and loaded with crab meat rather than filler. My salmon and his steak were done to perfection. There are about 5 different Filet options for you steak lovers, but they have a good selection of everything. The place is small but offers a good ambience for both group and a romantic evening for two. Pros: food, wine list, romantic Cons: small dining space more
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Wow! Right Here in Hermosa 10/18/2006

Jackson's Village Bistro was recommended to us by a friend who is a real ""foodie"", but we didn't have to be foodies to know that this place was great! We had the Shrimp Crostini's with Mint Pesto to start and then had the Filet Mignon Risotto with White Truffle Oil and the Ribeye with Crispy Garlic on top - All were fantastic! The owners said that they just remodeled; we thought it looked and felt like a NY bistro - beautiful chandelier with clusters of tables. Prices were reasonable and even thought they have a nice wine list, you can bring your own for a $3 corkage fee. Bring your friends and family to this great southbay find! more
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Great Effort Great Value for the Beach Towns 5/5/2006

Not a snazzy place and the tables are too close together. But the value here is very good food with a few curve balls that make it worth coming back. We have been here 6 times and I like it more each visit. The entrees are interesting (chicken, beef are excellent) and gourmet although the salads are pretty pedestrian and their French Onion soup is sans the crouton. The service is casual but prompt and the corkage fee is minimal. Bring your good bottles and settle in for a meal that you could cook if you really tried and spent all day Saturday scouring for the best ingredients. They try hard at this place and that counts. Also, a great place for kids. And no hard alcohol for you martini folks. more
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Action Jackson 4/6/2006

This quaint Hermosa Beach bistro has delicious food and great character. All the starter are a must try and the entree's are thoughtfully prepared. Bring a bottle or two because the corkage is almost non-existent ($3). Give it a try and your sure to become a regular! Pros: FOOD DIVERSITY Cons: COMPACT SEATING more
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Jackson's Is a Favorite 3/8/2006

I've been dining at Jackson's since it opened and I love it. The ambience, the food, the staff, the owners and the location are perfect. I've always been welcomed back and the food is always consistent - the filet minon risotto is my favorite. I recommend this restaurant for the whole family and for fri and sat night dates. The service is always great and it's fun to bring your own bottle of wine - and enjoy the great wines offered. I can't wait to go back. Pros: Food, staff, location Cons: parking more
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I didn't think the South Bay had food this good 3/7/2006

The sumptuous flair of the ravioli appetizer topped with salsa verde, queso fresco and cilantro was a delightful starter. The BEST crab cakes EVER were served on a bed of shrimp and wine reduction sauce. I also had the special of the day, which was the lamb loin with mint pesto, which I LICKED clean off my plate, but only after finishing my girlfriends crumbled blue cheese filet mignon. Not only was the food fantastic, but also the service was top notch. The chef/owner Scott Cooper made time to answer any recipe questions I had which made the overall experience incredibly warm. Great for a 3rd date...because she better be worth it before you share an experience like this! Pros: Food, Corkage fee, Service Cons: small more
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A Hidden Treasure In Hermosa Beach 3/5/2006

Who knew such a cozy, intimate bistro in Hermosa Beach would have the most exotic menu in the South Bay? I've been to Jackson's quite a few times and each experience is a new taste. Great place to take out-of-towners or folks to impress. Service is top notch and personal, since the restaurant is not huge and noisy like most. This is a great experience for a foodie or anyone who wants to enjoy a great meal in a cozy atmosphere. Jackson's is on my ""must go"" list! Pros: Intimate setting, Unique menu, Great service Cons: Street parking more
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Couldn't Be Better 3/5/2006

This restaurant has become of my very top choices for a night out, despite the fact that I live in West Los Angeles. Great food (the Gorgonzola steak is to die for) and a wonderful intimate size. The chef didn't even complain when I ordered my steak very well done and it was cooked to perfection. The outdoor patio is a nice touch with gas heaters going on a cool night. Perfect for date night. Pros: Small size, Interesting menu, nice staff more
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Great Restaurant/Amazing Food! 3/5/2006

I've now been to Jacksons four times and it has now become a regular stop on my list. Every time I've been, the food has gotten better. My girlfriend and I shared the seabass and the osso bucco. They were both outstanding! Don't forget to save room for chocolate souffle dessert. Scott, the chef/owner, and the staff are warm and friendly. You simply cannot find better quality food/value in Hermosa Beach. more
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best south bay restaurant 3/5/2006

Jackson's is truly the best there is in the south bay! The food is unique and delicious and is fairly priced. The staff and service is also excellent, probably because it is a family-owned restaurant and the chef-owner is there to make sure everything goes well. The wine list is also very good, or you can bring your own wine. The decor is very nice, laid-back. more
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HORRIBLE SERVICE! 3/2/2006

This is by far the worst experience that I have ever had dining out. From the beginning of the night, we were not seated until 45 minutes after our set reservation time. The disaster of a night continued while we waited for our meal. It took 20 minutes to get bread, then 30 minutes for our appetizers and then another 40 for our main courses. One member of our party had their meal 20 minutes before the rest of us. What empty restaurant serves one meal 20 minutes before the other five people? We would have been understanding if anyone seemed to care, but felt very uncomfortable with the distant attitude by the staff. There were only four other patrons in the restaurant. As a former waitress, I have never felt as mistreated as I did here. We would have rather stayed home and ordered pizza. Cons: Horrible Service, Hour Wait for Bread more
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Maybe an Off Night? 2/14/2006

I've only heard good things about Jackson's. But, I was greeted at the entrance with ""How can I help you?"" ... not ""Hello and welcome"", or even ""Do you have reservations?"" Maybe they thought I was there to fix a clogged drain or something. On this night, Jackson's was simply another mediocre South Bay restaurant. We arrived at 6:45, We had to ask for water and bread at 7; allowed to order 25 minutes later; simple appetizers from the special limited fixed price menu (Valentine's Day) finally arrived; limited menu entrees came after an hour. Entrees were unimpressive....extremely bland and boring. I was assured that these were taken from the regular menu -- nothing new to the chef. Frankly, I was wishing I stayed home and cooked. We didn't even stay for the pre-paid desserts and coffees. Perhaps this restaurant is better...but not today. Pros: Cheap corkage, potentially romantic Cons: Mediocre dining more
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Bring a bottle and enjoy! 11/16/2005

I've dined at Jackson's twice. Both times the food was great and service excellent. Make sure you try the French Onion soup - spectacular! And don't forget to bring a bottle of wine along as well... I recommend making reservations on Friday night since the dining area is small and fills up rather quickly. We didn't have reservations and had to wait almost an hour. Although two tables were open for a length of time, we weren't seated until we inquired a third time with the hostess. Pros: Resonable Prices, Cheap Corkage, Friendly Service Cons: Street Parking, Small Dining Area more
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Good! 4/27/2004

Good food and a nice atmosphere. There's a low corkage for wine (started out at $2 and was up to $5 the last time we were there). It's nice to sit outside on their patio (Enclosed so it is not cold). Pros: Low Corkage, Outdoor Seating more
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I Love Jackson's 12/4/2002

I am a Jackson's Village Bistro Lover. I have only been once, yet I was hooked from the beginning. The food was fab., the servers were attentive and friendly, and the ambience was comfortable. The prices are fair in comparison to the quality of food. Also, Scott, the chef and owner, made me a special dish for my birthday. Thanks for the experience. more
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Gourmet Dining - OH So Reasonable Prices 11/15/2002

Wonderful fine dining experience. The wine special was Chilean and went perfectly with the dinner. Do NOT miss the upside down blackberry cobbler for desert!! Pros: Great Selection, Reasonable Prices, Fabulous Food more
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Love this place 7/31/2002

I absolutely love this little restaurant. The menu is fantastic, the service is great, and Scott is exactly what I would hope to be if I owned a restaurant... unassuming, service-oriented, talented and highly approachable. A real treat for the HB/MB area. more
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  • In Short
    This neighborhood bistro's enclosed patio fills with clasped-hand couples toasting beneath little white lights. Inside, a giant bay window creates an elegant backdrop for the...

  • 12/19/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Tue-Sat 6pm Sun 5:30pm
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