Hudson House + Huddy's

"Texas-based Hudson House — part of the larger Vandelay Hospitality Group — is already in hot water despite only being open a couple of weeks, landing a trademark infringement lawsuit from a Redondo Beach restaurant that has used the same name for almost 15 years. LA area’s first Hudson House, opened by Top Chef alum Brooke Williamson and partner Nick Roberts in 2008, has long been a waypoint for families and Redondo Beach locals looking to score some classic American comfort food from brunch through dinner (Williamson left the restaurant in 2020)." - Farley Elliott

"Hudson House is a locals hangout in Redondo Beach with a menu of upscale pub food dishes like lamb bolognese and an enormous pretzel burger that comes with Jarlsberg, bacon, and arugula." - team infatuation

"There’s always a crowd of locals hanging out at the bar and eating upscale pub food at Hudson House. The best thing here is the lamb bolognese that comes with harissa yogurt and roasted yams instead of pasta that will make you forget all about how much you love gluten. They often bring everything out all at once, so you might want to order in stages. " - Brett Keating

"Hudson House in Redondo Beach has formally reopened under new ownership by Kate Failor and Jessica Ibarra. After 12 years under Top Chef’s Brooke Williamson, the restaurant now features a menu reminiscent of its past, including gastropub staples and a notable pretzel bun burger with Jarlsberg cheese. The reopening includes on-site dining with dinner service nightly and brunch on weekends." - Farley Elliott

"Hudson House restaurant has been going strong for ten full years, and to celebrate the milestone owners Brooke Williamson and Nick Roberts have done a refresh of the interior and overhauled the Redondo Beach mainstay’s menu. Don’t worry, it’s still just as mellow and approachable as ever." - Farley Elliott