Restaurant Spotlight: Hermanito
Hermanito is a Mexican restaurant and bar in Sawtelle that incorporates Japanese flavors in its menu
As dining reopens and local restaurants begin the road to recovery the Daily Press is highlighting one excellent eatery a week sharing its history, pandemic struggles, and signature dishes.
This week the spotlight is on Hermanito — a Mexican restaurant and bar located just east of Santa Monica in Sawtelle that surprises diners by incorporating bold and fragrant Japanese flavors.
The story behind Hermanito
Co-owner Amal Flores opened the doors of Hermanito in March 2020, excited to welcome neighbors to a bright and fun Mexican bar with a small yet powerful menu of tacos and platos infused with Japanese spices and ingredients.