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The Hart and the Hunter

Located on Melrose Avenue, The Hart and the Hunter was a beloved restaurant known for its warm butter biscuits, patio brunches, and Southern charm from 2012 to 2020. Fans bid a fond farewell to this iconic spot, but can still follow their sister restaurant in Seattle or look forward to Severance Wine Bar moving in soon.
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Recent social media posts

09/25/2026

We're back September 30th.⁠
Thank you

09/22/2026

Some of our favorites in Seattle, featuring some new favorites and updates to our classics. And yes, Chef Jon’s world famous butter biscuits.

03/16/2021

After eight beautiful years of warm butter biscuits, patio brunches, and Southern charm, we’re bidding a fond farewell to our loyal H&H patrons and the vibrant Melrose community. We also wanted to send a special thanks to the OG H&H chefs for bringing The Hart and The Hunter to life in 2012 Chef Kris Tominaga and Chef Brian Dunsmoor! Please do keep in touch with H&H by following our sister restaurant in Seattle at .

We are however excited to announce that Severance W**e Bar will be moving in and reimagining our home inside later this month.

Cheers to the memories and new beginnings and mostly biscuits!

02/03/2021

New love, pandemic partners, best mates, parties for one, Lunar New Year… all worth celebrating this February! Treat yourself to hotel room serenity with a bottle of prosecco and flourless chocolate cake upon arrival. Breakfast for two will be delivered to your door the next morning. And swoon alert: Self-parking is also included because you deserve door to door luxury.⁠
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Book your romantic Valentine's Day stay at palisociety.com/hotels/melrose/special-offers/

01/20/2021

Follow the smell of warm croissants and coffee to the lobby downtairs.⁠

12/21/2020

Have you head the news? There's a new Pali Vibes Playlist on . ⁠

12/19/2020

Deck the halls but with a twist.⁠

12/03/2020

As you all know, due to LA County's recent COVID-19 safety restrictions, we have (temporarily) closed our doors, yet again. 😢 We are sending our hearts out to all in the food and beverage industry and we look forward to being back soon.⁠
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In the meantime here are some of our local friends still doing takeout and deliveries:⁠
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Stay safe, stay healthy,⁠
H&H Melrose⁠
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11/26/2020

We’re grateful for warm butter biscuits. Order our delicious take and bake biscuits at your leisure this Thanksgiving! Available for pick up or delivery only $24. Link in bio.⁠

11/25/2020

Get your turkey dinner with all the fixings! Dine on our patio or take it to-go. Either way, we’re grateful to be cooking. Link in bio to book your table or preorder your dinner from Hart & the Hunter!⁠

Address

7950 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90046

To get to Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles using public transport, you can take the Metro Red Line to Hollywood/Vine Station and then transfer to Bus 780 towards Santa Monica. Get off at the Melrose Ave/La Brea Ave stop.

If you prefer driving, take the I-10 W and exit onto N Highland Ave. Turn left onto Melrose Ave. There are various parking lots and street parking available along Melrose Avenue.

Website

http://www.thehartandthehunter.com/

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What people say

The Hart and the Hunter on Melrose Avenue has been a beloved staple in the Los Angeles dining scene from 2012 to 2020, known for its warm butter biscuits, patio brunches, and Southern charm. The restaurant bid a fond farewell to its loyal patrons and the vibrant Melrose community in March 2021, leaving behind a legacy of delicious comfort food and memorable experiences.

With original chefs Kris Tominaga and Brian Dunsmoor at the helm, The Hart and the Hunter created a welcoming atmosphere where guests could indulge in hearty dishes and enjoy the cozy ambiance. The warm butter biscuits, a signature offering, were a standout favorite that kept diners coming back for more.

While The Hart and the Hunter may have closed its doors, its spirit lives on through its sister restaurant in Seattle. And as Severance Wine Bar prepares to move into the space on Melrose Avenue, there is anticipation for new beginnings and exciting culinary experiences to come.

Cheers to The Hart and the Hunter for providing unforgettable memories and delectable biscuits to all who had the pleasure of dining there. It will be remembered fondly as a place where good food, good company, and good times intersected in perfect harmony.