Cozy spot with really amazing food. Waiter/bartender was in a one man show and service was still excellent. Will be back!
Brian V.
The restaurant is located on the second floor of Nerano in Beverly Hills (you have to take an elevator up to the second floor through Nerano). This gives the spot kind of a fun speakeasy feel to it. When you get out of the elevator, you walk into a beautifully designed / decorated, cozy, albeit slightly quirky space. It's not large (I think the capacity is 34). Came here for a food event, which I did a review for separately, but this experience in particular was grabbing a drink at the bar. (I did think the food was delicious though and urge folks to come here and give this place a try. I know I want to come back and try more menu items.) The bar is beautifully designed and organized. I found myself perusing and mentally cataloguing the whiskeys as I always do when I go to new restaurants. But this place looked like a place that has fun cocktails. So I ordered The George Michael. The drinks here are really interactive, and the bartenders are super enthusiastic to the point that it's infectious. My drink in particular had some bowls that floated up and you had to catch it with a paddle. Flavor wise it was like espresso martini with a peanut butter twist to it. All in all this place is a great place to grab drinks and/or food. Lots of fun. There's a lot of street parking nearby, but it could get challenging especially during the weekends. I came in the middle of the week and was able to find parking about a block away.
Shadeed Williford
Great experience all around. Every dish had good flavors and cool/interactive cocktails. Hats off to the entire staff though. The service is what really put our experience over the top. As Below Deck watchers, it was cool to have Chef Marcos come out and chat with us for bit as well. Cute little setup in there; will definitely be back.Arepas, Chicken Adobo, Octopus, Chicharron, both desserts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deconstructed Apple Pie, Octopus, Arepas, Chicken Adobo
Marjan N.
Stunning presentation, menu items and decor (minus the TV and changing image art on the wall which was absolutely distracting and ridiculous), Lou' Mar aims to please and rightfully earns five stars based on service and creative delicious meals. Every plate is a work of art: beautiful striking colors, deliciously seasoned bites, variety of meals to please all taste buds. Located on the top level of an 30+ year established restaurant, Lou'Mar is the colobration of Venezuelan and Korean influences. Our personal favorites were the Spa Martini, Deconstrtucted Shortcake, K-crisp Chiccarones, and Charred Octopus. I wish I could have tried all the coctails, but since they had one of my favorite cabernes, Austin Hope from Pasa Robles, we had to give one a try. The Spa Martini was served with bubbles on a paddle (which had no flavor) but the drink was absolutely delicious and unforgetable. The K-crisp Chiccarones was savory sweet, spicy, crispy and addicting. The Charred Octopus was the absolute best, perfectly prepared I have ever had with the most flavorful potatoes. For dessert, the Deconstructed Shortcake was wrapped in cotton candy which was torched to unvail the most delicious shortcake I have ever had. The Cachapa appetizer was delicious and comforting; the Soy Glazed Lamb Chops as the main entree was slightly overcooked yet tender and sweet. Upon leaving the evening wrapped up with a beautiful sign, "Empathy For Everyone". YES!!
Harper A.
The food was AH-MAZING and SO yummy!! The borracha, pastrami sliders, vegan chicken, and seafood paella were our favorites. The spa martini was both fun (poof - make a wish!) and tasty. Make sure you get a dessert - or both!! They are equally yummy and fun. We also enjoyed the upside down tostada and shishito peppers. The fish was fresh and the peppers were spicy. The service was impeccable. They were friendly, attentive, and fun. I couldn't have asked for a more stellar experience. And if the food, ambiance, and service wasn't enough, we had the absolute pleasure of meeting and chatting with Chef Marcos from Below Deck. It was so fun learning about him and his experiences that helped shape our fun culinary experience. Thanks everyone at LOU'MAR for making our 10th wedding anniversary unforgettable.
RichardH
My wife and I celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary at Lou'Mar and had our best meal and one of our best nights out in years. It's been 3 days and we're still talking about it! Amazing food, really cool environment and the most creative and fun presentations of drinks and desserts we have ever seen. We learned about Lou'Mar after seeing Chef Marcos' incredible food on Below Deck. After mentioning that to our friendly server, Chef came over to our table and had a great conversation with us. Before we left he offered to take a photo with us, which we of course took him up on. A wonderful and amazingly talented guy with a restaurant that we highly recommend.
G. M.
If there is one place you MUST experience, this is it for sure!!! We had the most spectacular evening at Lou'Mar. From the minute we walked into Nerano, the restaurant below Lou'Mar, we were treated with the top tier of customer service. We were escorted into the elevator up one floor then seated at our table. It was a Saturday night in Beverly Hills & we had made a reservation earlier in the week to ensure a table. It is definitely one of those hidden gems, that you want to tell everyone about, but in fear that it will keep you from getting a future reservation once it is discovered. Everything from the ambiance, customer service, to the presentation, to the theatrics of certain items on both the menu and drink menu was absolutely incredible. We got to meet and chat with Chef Marcos, which was another fantastic highlight to the night. Honestly, both of us being fans of his season of " Below Deck" made eating the food that much more special. The two chef's and bartender Andres, are true artists at what they do and you can tell there is passion within it. Chef Marcos spoke to us as if we were friends from long ago and his friendly, warm and personable nature was truly embracing!! Andres crafted such amazingly presented cocktails, that came along with a smoke and foam show. You'll understand when you go to experience it for yourself. My husband loves to try multiple menu items and we loved that everything was shareable. Madeline was our server and great at making suggestions and finding out the things we liked. We ordered 4 amazingly crafted cocktail's, 2 apps, 3 entree's & both of the offered dessert's. (See photos) The blend of flavors was unlike anything we had ever had before,& honestly we just couldn't stop smiling all night. We commented how our faces hurt from having so much happiness being there. We have eaten in many high end places over the years and each time has been a fabulous time. However, overall, we quickly agreed that this is our all time favorite. The space is really cool too. With the deep red chairs and dark wood tables and classy style of the bar and the entire space, it was comfortable and not at all intimidating. A cool animated artists' installation on one wall and eye catching decor around on the other walls. We opted to Lyft, but next time will drive due to the super simple area and cost of the valet right in front. We are very much looking forward to going back,& strongly suggest anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience to give this place a try.
Victoria Haynes
I visited Lou'Mar on Saturday night for my birthday, and it was WONDERFUL. It was my first time trying chicken adobo, and I absolutely loved it. The drinks were sublime, and the dessert was heavenly. Most of all, the service was a 20 out of 10. I will definitely return. If you haven't tried Lou'Mar yet, you are missing out!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ian McLaughlin
Awesome food and fun vibe. Went here on a date and it was the perfect spot! Make sure to order their house margarita - you won't regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gloria H.
Looking for a fresh twist on date night? Look no further than Lou Mar! Nestled in Beverly Hills, this hidden gem offers a fusion fare of Korean and Venezuelan flavors, perfect for a fun evening out. Share a plate of the K-Crisp Chiccarones for a crispy, savory start, and let the Togarashi Seared Tuna set the mood. Don't let the Love Potion fool you - stick to the Rosso Corsa cocktail to sip on (much better tasting) as you cozy up with your special someone - it's sure to add a dash of romance to your evening!
Um, new favorite restaurant alert. Lou'Mar is located above Nerano and yes you need to go inside Nerano to take the elevator up to Lou'Mar. The adventure to find the right location is worth it as you will arrive at an immersive and interactive culinary experience like no other. I'm not going to sugarcoat it, I had a reservation for one at 5pm on a Friday and had the time of my life dining solo. My server, Madeline, was so friendly and attentive throughout the entire evening. My server offered her recommendations when asked, including the Fade to Red mocktail when I inquired about the possibility of ordering a mocktail. Whew wee, that drink did NOT miss, I wanted to drink the Fade to Red by the gallon, it was SO good! And, I mentioned the restaurant is interactive, right? The bartender came over and blew my mind as he created bubbles for me to catch with my drink and make wishes. I have a lot of wishes and I know my wish of having a fabulous meal at Lou'Mar came true by the end of the night! While I waited for my entre, the Gorgonzola Crusted Filet, I was literally mesmerized by the artwork around the restaurant. My favorite by far were the three gentlemen creating art on their whiteboards. It was so neat!! Now, the Gorgonzola Crusted Filet was marvelous. From the presentation to the taste and everything in between, it was GREAT! Not only is there the filet but there is legit brisket as well. The meat was divine and I also really enjoyed the roasted garlic potato puree, asparagus, and the crispy potato shoestring atop the meat. I could not leave Lou'Mar without trying one of their desserts, even if I barely had room for it! I indulged in the Snow White's Apple. The smoky delivery and edible gold elevated the presentation even higher. The lemon mouse, tart tatin, apple filling, puff pastry, and red mirror glaze made this dish impeccable. Save room for dessert, you won't be disappointed. For anyone interested in parking (we're in LA afterall), there is valet for $14 as well as metered street parking. I was able to get a spot on the street on the Friday evening I had the pleasure of dining at Lou'Mar. I will return to Lou'Mar in the near future. Thank you so much for a 5+ star meal.
Becca L.
Celebrated my birthday here last night - a hidden gem! The facilities are clean, staff friendly, and the ambience/music delightful. Drinks are both fun and delicious. Tried the Lou'mar Garita and Naked and Famous, loved them. The 'Cachapa with shrimp' and 'Arepas Borracha' from the small plates menu were amazing. The slow-cooked brisket was a highlight. 'Charred Octopus' and Kimchi Paella' from the big plates menu were flavorful and tender - a perfect fusion of Latin and Korean flavors. Can't wait to return with family and friends!
TessZ
It was an outstanding experience. It is an intimate setting with engaging aesthetics. The service was perfect with no pretention. The food was interesting, executed perfectly, and the paella is a national treasure! Cocktails were interactive, inventive and perfectly done. I was pleasantly surprised by the check, I expected a significantly higher bill. They have created something special here, and I suspect available tables will be in very short supply.
Ian K.
Awesome food and fun vibe. Went here on a date and it was the perfect spot! Make sure to order their house margarita - you won't regret it!
Taylor S.
We went Lou'Mar for Valentine's Day and had an amazing experience. The servers were extremely attentive and kind. The prefix menu had a lot of variety and everything we ordered was amazing.
Cozy spot with really amazing food. Waiter/bartender was in a one man show and service was still excellent. Will be back!
The restaurant is located on the second floor of Nerano in Beverly Hills (you have to take an elevator up to the second floor through Nerano). This gives the spot kind of a fun speakeasy feel to it. When you get out of the elevator, you walk into a beautifully designed / decorated, cozy, albeit slightly quirky space. It's not large (I think the capacity is 34). Came here for a food event, which I did a review for separately, but this experience in particular was grabbing a drink at the bar. (I did think the food was delicious though and urge folks to come here and give this place a try. I know I want to come back and try more menu items.) The bar is beautifully designed and organized. I found myself perusing and mentally cataloguing the whiskeys as I always do when I go to new restaurants. But this place looked like a place that has fun cocktails. So I ordered The George Michael. The drinks here are really interactive, and the bartenders are super enthusiastic to the point that it's infectious. My drink in particular had some bowls that floated up and you had to catch it with a paddle. Flavor wise it was like espresso martini with a peanut butter twist to it. All in all this place is a great place to grab drinks and/or food. Lots of fun. There's a lot of street parking nearby, but it could get challenging especially during the weekends. I came in the middle of the week and was able to find parking about a block away.
Great experience all around. Every dish had good flavors and cool/interactive cocktails. Hats off to the entire staff though. The service is what really put our experience over the top. As Below Deck watchers, it was cool to have Chef Marcos come out and chat with us for bit as well. Cute little setup in there; will definitely be back.Arepas, Chicken Adobo, Octopus, Chicharron, both desserts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deconstructed Apple Pie, Octopus, Arepas, Chicken Adobo
Stunning presentation, menu items and decor (minus the TV and changing image art on the wall which was absolutely distracting and ridiculous), Lou' Mar aims to please and rightfully earns five stars based on service and creative delicious meals. Every plate is a work of art: beautiful striking colors, deliciously seasoned bites, variety of meals to please all taste buds. Located on the top level of an 30+ year established restaurant, Lou'Mar is the colobration of Venezuelan and Korean influences. Our personal favorites were the Spa Martini, Deconstrtucted Shortcake, K-crisp Chiccarones, and Charred Octopus. I wish I could have tried all the coctails, but since they had one of my favorite cabernes, Austin Hope from Pasa Robles, we had to give one a try. The Spa Martini was served with bubbles on a paddle (which had no flavor) but the drink was absolutely delicious and unforgetable. The K-crisp Chiccarones was savory sweet, spicy, crispy and addicting. The Charred Octopus was the absolute best, perfectly prepared I have ever had with the most flavorful potatoes. For dessert, the Deconstructed Shortcake was wrapped in cotton candy which was torched to unvail the most delicious shortcake I have ever had. The Cachapa appetizer was delicious and comforting; the Soy Glazed Lamb Chops as the main entree was slightly overcooked yet tender and sweet. Upon leaving the evening wrapped up with a beautiful sign, "Empathy For Everyone". YES!!
The food was AH-MAZING and SO yummy!! The borracha, pastrami sliders, vegan chicken, and seafood paella were our favorites. The spa martini was both fun (poof - make a wish!) and tasty. Make sure you get a dessert - or both!! They are equally yummy and fun. We also enjoyed the upside down tostada and shishito peppers. The fish was fresh and the peppers were spicy. The service was impeccable. They were friendly, attentive, and fun. I couldn't have asked for a more stellar experience. And if the food, ambiance, and service wasn't enough, we had the absolute pleasure of meeting and chatting with Chef Marcos from Below Deck. It was so fun learning about him and his experiences that helped shape our fun culinary experience. Thanks everyone at LOU'MAR for making our 10th wedding anniversary unforgettable.
My wife and I celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary at Lou'Mar and had our best meal and one of our best nights out in years. It's been 3 days and we're still talking about it! Amazing food, really cool environment and the most creative and fun presentations of drinks and desserts we have ever seen. We learned about Lou'Mar after seeing Chef Marcos' incredible food on Below Deck. After mentioning that to our friendly server, Chef came over to our table and had a great conversation with us. Before we left he offered to take a photo with us, which we of course took him up on. A wonderful and amazingly talented guy with a restaurant that we highly recommend.
If there is one place you MUST experience, this is it for sure!!! We had the most spectacular evening at Lou'Mar. From the minute we walked into Nerano, the restaurant below Lou'Mar, we were treated with the top tier of customer service. We were escorted into the elevator up one floor then seated at our table. It was a Saturday night in Beverly Hills & we had made a reservation earlier in the week to ensure a table. It is definitely one of those hidden gems, that you want to tell everyone about, but in fear that it will keep you from getting a future reservation once it is discovered. Everything from the ambiance, customer service, to the presentation, to the theatrics of certain items on both the menu and drink menu was absolutely incredible. We got to meet and chat with Chef Marcos, which was another fantastic highlight to the night. Honestly, both of us being fans of his season of " Below Deck" made eating the food that much more special. The two chef's and bartender Andres, are true artists at what they do and you can tell there is passion within it. Chef Marcos spoke to us as if we were friends from long ago and his friendly, warm and personable nature was truly embracing!! Andres crafted such amazingly presented cocktails, that came along with a smoke and foam show. You'll understand when you go to experience it for yourself. My husband loves to try multiple menu items and we loved that everything was shareable. Madeline was our server and great at making suggestions and finding out the things we liked. We ordered 4 amazingly crafted cocktail's, 2 apps, 3 entree's & both of the offered dessert's. (See photos) The blend of flavors was unlike anything we had ever had before,& honestly we just couldn't stop smiling all night. We commented how our faces hurt from having so much happiness being there. We have eaten in many high end places over the years and each time has been a fabulous time. However, overall, we quickly agreed that this is our all time favorite. The space is really cool too. With the deep red chairs and dark wood tables and classy style of the bar and the entire space, it was comfortable and not at all intimidating. A cool animated artists' installation on one wall and eye catching decor around on the other walls. We opted to Lyft, but next time will drive due to the super simple area and cost of the valet right in front. We are very much looking forward to going back,& strongly suggest anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience to give this place a try.
I visited Lou'Mar on Saturday night for my birthday, and it was WONDERFUL. It was my first time trying chicken adobo, and I absolutely loved it. The drinks were sublime, and the dessert was heavenly. Most of all, the service was a 20 out of 10. I will definitely return. If you haven't tried Lou'Mar yet, you are missing out!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome food and fun vibe. Went here on a date and it was the perfect spot! Make sure to order their house margarita - you won't regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Looking for a fresh twist on date night? Look no further than Lou Mar! Nestled in Beverly Hills, this hidden gem offers a fusion fare of Korean and Venezuelan flavors, perfect for a fun evening out. Share a plate of the K-Crisp Chiccarones for a crispy, savory start, and let the Togarashi Seared Tuna set the mood. Don't let the Love Potion fool you - stick to the Rosso Corsa cocktail to sip on (much better tasting) as you cozy up with your special someone - it's sure to add a dash of romance to your evening!
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Um, new favorite restaurant alert. Lou'Mar is located above Nerano and yes you need to go inside Nerano to take the elevator up to Lou'Mar. The adventure to find the right location is worth it as you will arrive at an immersive and interactive culinary experience like no other. I'm not going to sugarcoat it, I had a reservation for one at 5pm on a Friday and had the time of my life dining solo. My server, Madeline, was so friendly and attentive throughout the entire evening. My server offered her recommendations when asked, including the Fade to Red mocktail when I inquired about the possibility of ordering a mocktail. Whew wee, that drink did NOT miss, I wanted to drink the Fade to Red by the gallon, it was SO good! And, I mentioned the restaurant is interactive, right? The bartender came over and blew my mind as he created bubbles for me to catch with my drink and make wishes. I have a lot of wishes and I know my wish of having a fabulous meal at Lou'Mar came true by the end of the night! While I waited for my entre, the Gorgonzola Crusted Filet, I was literally mesmerized by the artwork around the restaurant. My favorite by far were the three gentlemen creating art on their whiteboards. It was so neat!! Now, the Gorgonzola Crusted Filet was marvelous. From the presentation to the taste and everything in between, it was GREAT! Not only is there the filet but there is legit brisket as well. The meat was divine and I also really enjoyed the roasted garlic potato puree, asparagus, and the crispy potato shoestring atop the meat. I could not leave Lou'Mar without trying one of their desserts, even if I barely had room for it! I indulged in the Snow White's Apple. The smoky delivery and edible gold elevated the presentation even higher. The lemon mouse, tart tatin, apple filling, puff pastry, and red mirror glaze made this dish impeccable. Save room for dessert, you won't be disappointed. For anyone interested in parking (we're in LA afterall), there is valet for $14 as well as metered street parking. I was able to get a spot on the street on the Friday evening I had the pleasure of dining at Lou'Mar. I will return to Lou'Mar in the near future. Thank you so much for a 5+ star meal.
Celebrated my birthday here last night - a hidden gem! The facilities are clean, staff friendly, and the ambience/music delightful. Drinks are both fun and delicious. Tried the Lou'mar Garita and Naked and Famous, loved them. The 'Cachapa with shrimp' and 'Arepas Borracha' from the small plates menu were amazing. The slow-cooked brisket was a highlight. 'Charred Octopus' and Kimchi Paella' from the big plates menu were flavorful and tender - a perfect fusion of Latin and Korean flavors. Can't wait to return with family and friends!
It was an outstanding experience. It is an intimate setting with engaging aesthetics. The service was perfect with no pretention. The food was interesting, executed perfectly, and the paella is a national treasure! Cocktails were interactive, inventive and perfectly done. I was pleasantly surprised by the check, I expected a significantly higher bill. They have created something special here, and I suspect available tables will be in very short supply.
Awesome food and fun vibe. Went here on a date and it was the perfect spot! Make sure to order their house margarita - you won't regret it!
We went Lou'Mar for Valentine's Day and had an amazing experience. The servers were extremely attentive and kind. The prefix menu had a lot of variety and everything we ordered was amazing.