Dining at The Beverly Hills Hotel: restaurants, hours and dress codes
The Beverly Hills Hotel offers four main dining venues: Polo Lounge (daily 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.), The Cabana Cafe (poolside breakfast/lunch, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.), The Fountain Coffee Room (daily 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) and Bar Nineteen12 (Tue–Sat 6:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.). The Polo Lounge requests smart attire; The Cabana Cafe and Fountain Coffee Room are smart casual; Bar Nineteen12 is smart casual.
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Where to eat at The Beverly Hills Hotel
The property lists four public dining venues: Polo Lounge, The Cabana Cafe (poolside), Fountain Coffee Room (diner-style counter), and Bar Nineteen12 (lobby bar with terrace). Guests can choose from full breakfast, lunch and dinner service at Polo Lounge, daytime poolside dishes at The Cabana Cafe, classic breakfast and lunch at the Fountain Coffee Room, and evening cocktails and small plates at Bar Nineteen12.
Polo Lounge serves breakfast through dinner and a three-course Sunday Brunch on the patio; The Cabana Cafe focuses on poolside breakfast and lighter lunch dishes; the Fountain Coffee Room operates as a walk-in counter diner; Bar Nineteen12 offers cocktails and California cuisine on an evening schedule.
- Polo Lounge — Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.)
- The Cabana Cafe — Breakfast & Lunch (9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.)
- Fountain Coffee Room — Breakfast & Lunch (7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
- Bar Nineteen12 — Cocktails & California cuisine (Tue–Sat 6:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.)
| Venue | Meals / Hours |
|---|---|
| Polo Lounge | Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner — 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. |
| The Cabana Cafe | Breakfast/Lunch (poolside) — 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. |
| Fountain Coffee Room | Breakfast/Lunch (walk-in counter) — 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| Bar Nineteen12 | Evening cocktails & small plates — Tue–Sat 6:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. |
Polo Lounge: hours, atmosphere and reservations
Polo Lounge is the hotel's principal dining room and operates daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; breakfast is served à la carte from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and a three-course Sunday Brunch begins on the patio at 11:00 a.m.
The Polo Lounge remains a popular spot for lunches, dinners and weekend brunches. Reservations can be made through OpenTable or by calling the restaurant directly; parties of eight or more should contact the restaurant for availability.
- Daily hours: 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; breakfast 7:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
- Sunday Brunch on the patio starts at 11:00 a.m.
- Reservations: OpenTable or call the restaurant; parties of 8+ contact the restaurant
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Reservations | OpenTable or phone; large parties call directly |
| Private dining | Polo Private Dining Room with patio (12–70 guests) |
| Wine list | Hotel notes a large international selection (hotel sources) |
Dress codes and what to wear
The hotel's general guidance: Polo Lounge requests smart attire; The Cabana Cafe and Fountain Coffee Room are smart casual; Bar Nineteen12 is listed as smart casual (Casual Elegant).
The hotel gives more specific guidance for Polo Lounge—this is helpful if you want to avoid an awkward moment at the door.
- Polo Lounge — Smart: avoid baseball caps, beanies, ripped/shredded denim, crop tops, nightwear, swimwear, men’s sleeveless shirts or offensive clothing; hoodies allowed only with the hood down; after 4pm, men may not wear shorts (women may wear tailored non-denim shorts). Children under 12 are exempt from the Polo Lounge code.
- Fountain Coffee Room & The Cabana Cafe — Smart casual (relaxed daytime wear appropriate for poolside and diner dining).
- Bar Nineteen12 — Smart casual; suitable for evening cocktails.
| Venue | Recommended Attire |
|---|---|
| Polo Lounge | Smart (see hotel guidance) |
| The Cabana Cafe | Smart casual (poolside daytime dress) |
| Fountain Coffee Room | Smart casual (walk-in diner) |
Poolside dining at The Cabana Cafe and Bar Nineteen12
The Cabana Cafe serves poolside breakfast and lighter lunch dishes; breakfast hours run 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The venue is designed for daytime, pool-adjacent dining and cocktails.
Bar Nineteen12 sits just off the lobby and has an outdoor terrace overlooking the pool; it operates in the evenings (Tuesday–Saturday) and pairs crafted cocktails with California cuisine.
- The Cabana Cafe — Poolside breakfast & lunch (9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.). Menu highlights noted by third-party sources include a pink Cadillac cocktail, sautéed shrimp, little gem Caesar and margherita pizza.
- Bar Nineteen12 — Evening cocktails and small plates (Tue–Sat 6:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.). Outdoor terrace overlooks the pool.
- Pool hours (hotel-wide): pool open to hotel guests daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
| Venue | Poolside / Terrace |
|---|---|
| The Cabana Cafe | Directly adjacent to the pool (daytime service) |
| Bar Nineteen12 | Terrace overlooks pool (evening service Tue–Sat) |
The Fountain Coffee Room: quick bites and history
The Fountain Coffee Room is a historic 19-stool diner counter that serves classic breakfast and lunch favourites and operates daily from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is primarily a walk-in counter rather than a reservation venue.
This venue is suitable for a casual meal or snack—think breakfast favourites, milkshakes and quick lunches—served in a compact, counter-diner setting that has been part of the hotel since 1949.
- Hours: daily 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Counter is walk-in only (no reservations)
- Dress: smart casual
| Offer | Practical tip |
|---|---|
| Counter-style seating | Walk-in only; expect quick turns |
| Breakfast & lunch focus | Open early and convenient for on-the-go guests |
| Historic note | Operating since 1949 per hotel materials |
Practical tips: reservations, groups, and private dining
For single-table dining, Polo Lounge takes reservations via OpenTable or by phone. The Fountain Coffee Room is walk-in only; The Cabana Cafe and Bar Nineteen12 may accept reservations or seating requests through the hotel depending on demand—check with the concierge on arrival.
The Polo Lounge includes a private dining room with a patio that can accommodate intimate groups; the hotel also offers multiple event spaces across the property for larger functions (see the hotel's event listings for capacities).
- Parties of 8+ at Polo Lounge: call the restaurant directly for availability.
- Private dining: Polo Private Dining Room with patio (12–70 guests) — contact the hotel events team.
- For pool seating and cabanas, check availability with pool staff or the concierge on the day of your visit.
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Restaurant reservation (Polo Lounge) | OpenTable or the restaurant (phone) |
| Large private meal or event | Hotel events/catering team (in-house catering required for events) |
| Same-day pool seating/cabana | Pool staff or hotel concierge |
