(310) 276-2251
9641 Sunset Blvd
(N Crescent Drive)
Beverly Hills,
CA
90210
34.0816
-118.412
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills
Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Last updated 7.23.09
What People Are Saying About Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Pink Palace's historic dining room is lush with dark green and cream-striped walls, massive leather booths and a theatrical patio where diners eat among flowering vines, shocking-pink archways and a gorgeous knotted oak tree. Large, round tables of power brokers, lunching socialites and moneyed international playboys are the real view. With a place so full of glitz and glamour, the extravagantly priced Cal-Asian cuisine seems secondary. Seared ahi tuna and T-bone steak are part of the classic American menu, while the famed brunch is a favorite with standards like French toast paired with…
06/17/09
Quite possibly the worst restaurant I have ever been to...
by taylorwillis at Citysearch
Friends and I decided to lunch at the Polo Lounge having never been there and after hearing wonderful things about it. We were terribly mislead. After being sat in an outside location surrounded by dirty tables, we proceeded to wait thirty minutes before someone came to give us menus.
Everything looked as expected, until the dishes arrived. The fifty dollar plate of scallops was a composition of FOUR scallops, FOUR potato slices and a bland sauce. The steak that was asked to well-done was served rare and cold, the french fries were forgotten about. The lunch took two hours and forty five minutes to complete. Completely outrageous. The staff was unapologetic for their inadequacy.
DO NOT waste your time and money. You would fare much better at LA staples such as the Ivy or even the restaurant at Bloomingdales.
- Pros: Cool setting
- Cons: Horrible service, food cold, food not as described...
01/09/09
Old Hollywood ambience and incredible food!
by Trinhw at Citysearch
One of the best spots when you can't decide where to go: always impeccable service, delicious food (particularly the souffle) and oozing in ambience!
- Pros: Everything!
- Cons: Nothing!
The Details on Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are not essential, but request an outdoor booth if you call ahead--especially for brunch.
When to Go:
The best time to catch producers, agents and others wheeling and dealing is Fridays at breakfast.
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are not essential, but call ahead to request an outdoor booth.
Where to Sit:
Grab an aperitif at the poolside cafe for another glimpse of L.A. history.
Parking:
Compared to the tab, valet parking at the hotel is a bargain at $5.
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are not essential, but call ahead to request an outdoor booth.
Where to Sit:
Grab a seat poolside for a little celeb-spotting with your salad.
Parking:
Compared to the tab, valet parking at the hotel is a bargain at $6 (with validation).
Category:
Traditional American, Restaurants, Lounges, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Hotel Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Quiet, Celeb Hangout, Private Rooms, Hotel Restaurants, Breakfast, Romantic Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Historic Setting, Business Dining, Group Dining, Business Breakfast, Live Music, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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