The best Lobster in Santa Monica | Sluurpy updated in May

"Visited this place last week on a weekday for dinner with my colleagues. It's a small restaurant with a bar. They serve complementary bread which..."

Jasmine Arthur

Fig

89/100 (3708 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Never had a bad meal or time here. Excellent food, great happy hour. Can be a bit loud in the main dining room. Service always excellent, and I've..."

Yvonne Kerno

"The food at Fig is over the top amazing! The chef is constantly raising the bar every time he adds a dish. Each dish is prepared with grace and..."

Dana Borowka

"I love the food and service is always great. I also like to have a (old fashioned )it’s my favorite drink at the restaurant 🍹 if you like..."

Dennys Ramirez

"Excelent place very cozy atmosphere,food amazing and the service was right on time and very friendly!!!! Definitely place to go back!!!! The chef is..."

Claudia Martin

"It's not just the perfect setting nestled in between the beautiful pool & palms at the Fairmont Miramar: but the food at Fig has such unique flavours..."

Karen Burn

"Excellent food and drinks. I've been here a few times and the table service is hit or miss. More than once the waiters have flaked- simply..."

Sonia Chaisson

"My favorite place to go for a glass of wine and cheeseboard in Santa Monica, 10/10. Eric has a cheese treasure trove and a knowledge to match, love,..."

Jacintha Warren

"Love everything! Excellent service - staff always anticipate your..."

Venus Corpuz

"Always happy with FIG at 5 happy hour. Great atmosphere and I love Eric! He knows cheese! I try and order "Eric's stash" an incredible combo of..."

Lang Parker

"Just ate here yesterday on my birthday getaway weekend trip. The food was delish! The waiter was very personable too. Loved it!..."

Alisha T. Ervin

"Great ambience....great service. Peppers as appetizer were amazing...so was the pizza � and..."

Nancy A. Taylor

"Such a wonderful place. Staff was so incredibly sweet my sister and I had to move tables three times due to the beating sun hitting us is was..."

Chelsea A

"Amazing , fresh food. Explosions of great..."

Brandon Jepsen

"Amazing. Incredible. Fabulous. The foi gras parfait was divine. And the chef's choice charcuterie and cheese pairings were so tasty. The service was..."

Kathy Nelson

"It was nothing but amazing and extremely tasty for a very humble check. Great job people..."

Hedi Rached Hachouch

"Great place tucked in away from the hustle of Santa Monica. The atmosphere is relaxed and elegant, plants are hanging from ceilings with a casual..."

mediscover style

"This quiet pocket feels like a visit to another time. Brilliant food and top notch service. The food is hyper consistent and well crafted. The fries..."

Meshach Weber

"Amazing place! The atmosphere is very inviting and elegant to say the least. Our server was very welcoming and attentive. We decided to stop by for..."

Benjamin Larios

"It's a truly charming place with all the plants hanging from the ceiling. The restaurant has an elegant yet casual and relaxed feel. Their coffee is..."

Emily Wloch

"Took my husband and a friends for breakfast. Honestly the place is rather nice , French bistro style , service really good but as usual in the USA..."

Paolo Kastelec

"This place is beautiful, the staff were so courteous and friendly. The service was excellent. We chose to be seated outside. It was a gorgeous..."

Ruchika Newton-Gonzalez

"My family & I were super excited to experience "FIG". So it was a great experience! Everything in this place is extraordinary. The food, drinks,..."

Mila Konika

"One of my favorite places to go to. Our server Matt served us twice back to back and remember us. He was attentive and checked on us regularly. The..."

M C

"Brunch on Easter morning was magical. I wish we would have asked the two hosts for their names to include here, excellent!!! Millionaires bacon,..."

Thomas Peters

"New favorite brunch spot in Santa Monica! We’d made a reservation for 4, got seated immediately and the esthetics of this place is remarkable. They..."

Khushboo Singh

Boa Steakhouse Santa Monica

86/100 (4900 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Steak house in Santa Monica. The cocktail shrimp and salad were delicious. However, the steak fell short of expectations. The staff was very..."

Uni .a

"The meet was amazing, and the sides as well. We ordered the New York Strip and the filet minion, as sides we choose the salted spinach and the..."

Martina Pallai

"Excellent restaurant. Kind and attentive staff. Excellent drinks. tasty food. Steaks are exceptional. good..."

Reuven Denkberg

"Edward was the star of the show! One of the best servers in all of California!! The atmosphere is amazing, stunning restaurant, and the desert and..."

Pinder Singh

"I’ve been coming here for over 15 years. They just keep getting better and I think I only sat at a table once I just sit at the..."

Edward Anderson

"A night out with my husband on our trip to LA ended with dinner here. Our waitress was very knowledgeable with the menu and made it very memorable..."

Loida

"I host quite a few private events in various restaurants in Los Angeles, and the experience I had at BOA was exceptional. Not only was the food..."

Zishan J

"Loved it. Great atmosphere. Recommend the sea food tower and the garlic truffle..."

Laura Aguilar (Dreamzland)

"I loved this place! Great atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent food. Their New York Strip Steak is fantastic, strongly..."

Cedric Martin

"We were celebrating our anniversary with my husband @ Santa Monica location. The food was delicious 🤤, literally you cannot go wrong with any of..."

Tatevik Sahakyan

"Although it was 2 of us, we decided on 3 main dishes instead of an appetizer. We had the scallop dinner and shared it as an appetizer. It was cooked..."

Fernando Soto

"The service is amazing!! I've never seen anything like it, you have multiple servers, and everyone is so attentive. The wagyu beef just melts in your..."

P W

"Nice place to visit for good steak dinner if you’re in Santa Monica. Really good Caesar salad – best I’ve ever had. Friendly service. Would..."

Bob Brennaman(REALTOR)

"What can I say that probably hasn't already been said... great location, check. Great staff, check. Great service, check. Amazing food, double check...."

Shaunnetta Branham

Cassia

86/100 (1252 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

Drinks

Dinner

Mid-range

"The food is so good. The Sunbathing Prawns are super spicy and is served cold. It is good spicy tho. The beef and half chicken are also good. It is..."

Vivian Ho

"Bright and playful flavors. Shrimp is perfectly cooked and has a crazy balance of umami, acid, and heat. Sauces that come with the crispified..."

Meshach Weber

"Great restaurant with creative and authentic dishes. I would not recommend the Laksha but all the other dishes are a flavour explosion!! Also, the..."

R. H.

"we struggled to get a table without reservation, but the outdoor seating looked so good that we kept circling back until we guilt-tripped our way to..."

Mo Elzubeir

"A great spot for a work dinner. Came here with a few coworkers and had a lovely time sitting out on the patio. Tons of food and a pretty decent..."

Matty B

"Great service, outdoor area has blankets! Love the kaya toast, can eat a whole plate of those. The chickpea curry is also..."

Le

"Everything was pretty good except papaya salad and the noodles. I wish papaya salad was cut in smaller and had more flavors and ingredients, smaller..."

Angie B

"The Kaya Toast here was PHENOMENAL! A must try dish that is worth it. All the other dishes were very well prepared and delicious too. Some other..."

Daniel A

"Wow. Order the Duck Dan dan noodles. Just do it. Vegetarian friendly - I came with a group of five, and everyone of us was vegetarian but me so I..."

Rose Peterson

"One of my favorite restaurants in LA. I have tried the majority of the menu and everything has been full of flavor. Stand outs for me are the spicy..."

Christopher Barry

"I think this is a wonderful restaurant, the food is very good and the service exceptional. It is pricey and sometimes the staff was too eager to..."

Carl Friedrich

"Amazing SE Asian cuisine for the area! Drinks complemented our dishes and some of our favorite dishes were the beef Rendang, and Vietnamese..."

Mikey Bonifacio

"Try the Kaya toast! Everything here was delicious, but the toast was so unique and delicious. It was a little sweet so I saved most of it for the end..."

Megan

"Yep yep yep, this is the place for my stomach and taste buds to live out their most delicious secret fantasies. We ordered the chickpea curry, the..."

Lauren Nelson

"So good, can’t wait to go back and experience this again plus try different dishes. Definitely make a reservation. Parking - it’s LA so you’re..."

Val T

"My husband and I had an early dinner here on a weekend. We had cold sesame noodles with crab, Vietnamese Caesar, and the whole sea bass with side of..."

Adrianne Benzion

"While I admit a soft spot for Southeast Asian cuisine, this restaurant truly stands out. The dishes are electrifyingly flavorful, each bite sending..."

Dan Maffucci

"Loved the Dan Dan noodles, shredded salad and Kaya toast! Portion sizes were amazing - we went home with lots of leftovers. Cocktails are pricy but..."

AJ

The Misfit Bar & Restaurant

86/100 (6007 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This place is great. They understand the importance of quality food and distinctive service and a little special treat at the end. The misfit burger..."

Charley Fiala

"The kindness from the staff just made my heart swell. I was visiting with my special needs daughter, and the staff actually wanted our experience to..."

Carrie Colbert

"Great bartenders, drinks were amazing and food was quite nice! Would definitely recommend! Nice place to sit outside outside and have a drink or..."

Kristi Diehl

"We sat down after 6:30 pm and the server told us about the happy hour with 50% off cocktails and wines by the glass till 7:00 pm. What a pleasant..."

Angie Hui

"Love this place! Sat at the bar for Happy Hour. Zack was a wonderful bartender. Cocktails were half price from 3-7. They were delicious and very..."

Tena Valenti

"The Misfit Bar & Restaurant is a solid choice, earning a strong 4.5-star rating. Their cocktails are on point, offering a variety of strong and..."

Ritul Jain

"Came to Venice Beach, California for a much needed vacation. After exploring the local eateries, was a bit sad with the selection of gluten-free and..."

Yekrab

"Really liked this bar, nice staff, good atmosphere and good happy hour until 7pm. Slightly soured by someone stealing our jacket, but thankfully we..."

Daniel Robinson

"Update 2023 Definitely worth squeezing into the bar if you can find a spot. Came in here on a Monday night for happy hour, packed! The atmosphere is..."

Mojito M

"This is such a cute hidden gem. The ambiance is so romantic and calming but mature. I came here for date night and made it in time for happy hour...."

Hannah Binder

"As usual, the food, vibe and service were spot on! Hosts were super patient with my late friends arrival, so I chilled at the bar waiting. Paulina..."

Rick Lang

"Incredible food and drinks. You know I love a good vibe too. This is a dope restaurant and bar with original bank security boxes and other elements..."

Vaughn Dabney

"Great place to share amazing food with friends. All plates are shareable portions. Our waiter was super friendly, helpful, and made great jokes. The..."

Faith Banks

"The best place in West USA. I am myself a misfit so I fit right in. Incredible food, even better..."

Dani Ortuño Gudiño

"This was a nice hidden Jem in Santa Monica! We had excellent service and the food was amazing! The food was so good we actually ordered another..."

Alexander Keller

"We arrived late in Santa Monica and we were looking for a place to eat that didn't close too early. We landed in this bar-restaurant a little bit by..."

Vaheana VARNEY

"This place is bomb! Beautiful setting, friendly service, great cocktails and food. Literally every dish we tried (Burger, veggie tacos, fries,..."

Tom W. Bertolotti

"I came here with my gf to find a chill bar to drink eat and ideally watch the nba game. There was only one tv which was outside of viewing distance..."

Link

"Worth the walk from Santa Monica Pier. 10/10 food and drinks, very unique too! Service was a little slow, with the drinks coming after our food..."

Aaron Lara

"Had a great time with friends here. Fantastic atmosphere, great service and drinks. The food is good… not fancy but yummy and a bit..."

Marisa Pasquini

Herringbone Santa Monica

86/100 (3366 ratings)

"Visited the restaurant for cocktails and excellent staff with good cocktail menu. Drinks were fab and service excellent. Visited the following day..."

Kate Palmer

"A few weeks ago a few of us went back to Herringbone for our 2nd time. We brought our business there again because we had a such a great first..."

Jeanie Madsen

"5 star service. Attentive waiter with great recommendations of signature dishes. Bottomless rose for brunch is fabulous. Food taste and presentation..."

Karina Moore

"Great place to catch up with friends. Food is excellent so is the wine. Happy hour is even better. Staff are..."

Abi Webster

"Went for girls night. We had an amazing time! We had excellent service throughout: from cocktails to dessert. We ordered a variety of menu items..."

Jessica Simon

"Fabulous environment, service and food! The oysters were some of the best I’ve..."

Alicia Jones

"Must visit while in Santa Monica, one of the best. Food and service - everything is excellent. Very friendly and cool place. Buffalo octopus is a..."

Anna Bryukhanova

"If you are looking for a great happy hour or an amazing oyster bar this is your place. Buffalo Octopus appetizer was more than enough for two. If you..."

Lucinda Serrano

"5 stars!! Jude was our server who provided a amazing experience.. I will definitely go back! Some of the best food I've ever had. Thank you..."

Bryan Junker

"Beautiful ambiance! Comfy bar chairs.. hard to come by! All day Rose for $25?!?! Wow! Great place to relax and bartender was a..."

Michelle Stinebaugh

"Great vibe, delicious food, exceptional service. Couple of friends and I had happy hour oysters and muscles and a few glasses of Rose. Delish. The..."

Monika K Polska

"Excellent food and service, only thing way too..."

Lior Avishay

"We arrived early to dinner and was greeted by a very pleasant hostess. We were sat immediately. The menu seems kind of limited to me as I personally..."

Anthony Scott

"Went in for happy hour, they have a great selection from good to cocktails to wine. Service was great! We eat at the bar and both bartenders..."

Jasmine Hernandez

"Second time here. Always full of people during the happy hour (it would be wise to sit outside for it’s much more quiet than the inside). Oysters..."

Jiahui Zhou

"I’m from DC, visiting LA. I had my great spot here. There have daily happy hour at 4pm-7pm The oyster for $1 for each. They servers were very nice...."

Rossukon Jandech

"Great atmosphere and service. They have the freshest raw oysters I've ever tasted. The muscles were very good too. I ordered this interesting tasting..."

Joy G

"Come for the happy hour oysters 4-7pm every day including the weekend! Nice place with good atmosphere. The service is good, you still have some..."

Nhan Van

"Herringbone was across the street from our hotel and decided to give it a try. What a pleasant experience. Beautiful vibrant decor and vibe. Hostess..."

Joseph Norman

"A wonderful meal drinking an amazing cocktail. The prices are reasonable considering the high quality of the food and the..."

Martina Ferrari

"Great meal! Great date location. Came here to celebrate a special occasion and was a great experience! Definitely on the pricier side..."

Abel Lawal

"Great service! My lobster was great; they do most of the work to get the meat ready to just put it in your mouth. The best part? The unlimited..."

Jacki Williams-Jones

"Great atmosphere for dinner and drinks. Tuna tartare was fresh and grilled octopus was perfectly cooked. Pasta was al dente and served with delicious..."

Donia Raslan

"Such a amazing place to spend a birthday afternoon!!! Amazing service and amazing food. We got everything on the happy hour menu and 3 dozen oysters...."

Jennifer

"1 dollar oyster very fresh. Friendly wait staff. Happy hour is very..."

Stephen Siu

"Pickled eggs are a bit on the pricey side, but quit good. The "Grow. Pear" cocktail for $8 on happy hour was very good, though it is cilantro..."

Kessem

"Came here for happy hour on a Tuesday and it was pretty quiet. Great food, cocktail and atmosphere. I sat at their patio and was pretty happy with..."

Jane Su

"Friendly and efficient service. Loved the scallops served on marrowbone - big & juicy and cooked to..."

Lee Smales

Meat On Ocean

86/100 (3351 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The best lamb rack I’ve ever had in my entire life. This place was amazing. Lovely staff and the best food ever! If I could rate 20 stars � I..."

Stuart Jillings

"Went with business colleagues. Our waiter was very helpful with the menu since I have food allergy to shellfish. The food was delicious. I would..."

Sara Ann Kneuss

"Just start with the picturesque view of the beach. They have amazing flavors from the drinks all the way to desserts! We tried the Margarita Verde,..."

Anson Ruiz

"Best steak ever eaten. Had a 45 day dry aged bone-in rib-eye. It was fantastic, perfectly cooked and with great sides. Not cheap, but definitely..."

Andrew Heather

"Great food, great service. Server was Naomi - absolutely first class. Knew the menu inside and out. Made great recommendations, made lunch even..."

Michael Williams

"Fantastic place with nice open view on the ocean boulevard. Our waitress ( I think she was called Rashan?) was great and helpful 30 day dry aged..."

John De Langhe

"Great spot overlooking Ocean Ave and the shoreline. Surprisingly, not crowded on Mother’s Day despite making a reservation. They have a great..."

Derek Powell

"Went back for a second time and have to say they have improved their service dramatically. The steak was cooked to perfection,side orders came out on..."

Nicola Edwards

"Beautiful dinner tonight with my family � Oysters were AMAZING!! Steaks were cooked to perfection - what a great meal and super friendly staff!..."

Sally Patricia

"My boyfriend and I made a last minute reservation here not knowing anything about the restaurant. Wow were we delightfully surprised! From the..."

Lauren Timm

"Amazing! The aged steak was incredible, the rack of lamb the best ive ever eaten. will return here over and over..."

Sharon Beerman

"Incredible steak house. If you go there request Valentina she was incredible, explained the options and neat types. The salted buns you get at your..."

Jason Coulter

"It was amazing. You probably wanna make reservations it does get crowded. We were there for my mom's 75th birthday, the restaurant, which was clean..."

Joely Simpson

"Nice huge restaurant with a bar and good food. It's near the pier and is pretty big. It's not very upscale. More suitable for large groups. Not for..."

Yuval K

"Wowwwww!!!! One world only! Exc location, beautiful and very elegant! Food incredible so well done meat insane!! wow we have prime ribeye and filet..."

Carlos Palacios

"Octopus appetizer, filet mignon, ribeye. All delicious, super nice waitress, great atmosphere and beautiful sunset from their patio. And the..."

Charlie Anderson

"We were deciding between dry aged ribeye and wagyu rib eye and our waiter really pushed us to try dry aged rib eye. It was good and the fatty..."

Vanessa Nguyen

"Had a very good time with my friends for lunch. The meat was cooked perfectly, the sides were great, and the service was top notch. Prices are high,..."

Laszlo Dindeleux

"One of the best spots near Santa Monica Pier. Delicious assortment of steaks, wonderfully prepared appetizers, and beautiful desserts. The service is..."

David Canonic

"Beautiful views of the ocean with delicious steaks. Even with the west facing patio, the sun doesn't get too strong. Just a great place for a..."

Nick Leghorn

"Tonight was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had... all thanks to Meat On Ocean! The bread was amazing, the sides were perfect, and the..."

Kevin Wilson

La Vecchia Cucina

85/100 (1205 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our server, Mike, was terrific. He had a positive attitude, was attentive, and knew all about the menu. It can be intimidating trying new..."

Kallie Stockton

"We came for Saturday night dinner. We were at a museum opening next door and already had wine. We ordered the Buratta with prosciutto and tomato...."

Larry Falkin

"Low-key neighborhood spot in Ocean Park with a beautiful outdoor setup. If you’re looking for authentic and delicious Italian food, then La Vecchia..."

Pat Arena

"My first time but my family go there regularly. Our server was both very good and very pretty. I look forward to going again and trying something..."

David Steinitz

"The ragu and linguine alle vongole were both phenomenal! The outdoor seating was super cute and they had space..."

Jonathan Amos

"Great venue and good food. We were there for happy hour. Ya gotta get to the bar when they open since that's where happy hour is. Good drinks and..."

David Salazar

"We love this restaurant. Food has been consistently delicious. We usually split the tricolore salad which is a generous serving. The penne a la vodka..."

Nancy Nuechterlein

"Very cute and romantic spot. We started off with the capriccio imperiale, which was absolutely delicious. Then I got the rigatoni bolognese and my..."

Raquel Kalina

"The lobster pasta was incredible. As was the créme brûlée and the tiramisu! Definitely will be back. Great wine selection and the service was..."

Jackie Gragnola

"This is my fave place to eat on Main St! Amazing food every single time! Your eyes WILL roll!! Even their complimentary bread w olive oil appetizers..."

TYZ

"The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and the sauces were delicious! Definitely recommend this place and ask for Mike, he was a great..."

Sommer Harriman

"Oh my gosh the most amazing pasta I had in ages! And I eat pasta all the time... But this was absolutely delicious, a kalamata olives and caper..."

Bells B

"We loved this place. Great food. Nice service. Very reasonable prices. The bread served with garlic and oil is..."

Joseph Marc

"La Vecchia Cucina is our go-to spot for our pasta fix. We love sitting at the..."

Evelyn Lauchenauer

"Excellent service and authentic Italian food!! Matt was a great server, he had great reccomendations and was very attentive although we never felt..."

Kristina Pontarelli

"Always a great experience. A Santa Monica staple. Our waiter Mike always treats our elderly parents with care and respect and is always welcoming. We..."

B Delvichio

"We‘ve been here for dinner and it was very good. My girlfriend ordered a pizza, which was really good. I had the penne with meatballs, a huge..."

David De Prado

"My favorite restaurant in the city! I love their food. They even have a choose your own pasta menu! My favorite is aglio olio made with shrimp! ..."

Judy Huern

Blue Plate Oysterette

85/100 (3574 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This joint is in a great location, can't imagine what they must pay for rent. That would at least explain the need to charge $18 for the grilled..."

George Scott

"Tried the dine LA menu, and loved it! Service was super fast and all the food tasted great. The first course was clam chowder which was light but..."

Andrew

"We stopped by here right after going to the bungalow and the oysters on people’s tables looked good. I got a dozen oysters, fancy set(lobster,..."

Rodrigo

"The food here was super!!! delicious. Especially, the bouillabaisse was even more delicious than the stew I had in France. I would like to express..."

Jane Shin

"The location is great, right next to the coastal promenade. The lobster sandwich was very good, the fried fish was also good, and the fries were..."

Joe Kuo

"Nice place to enjoy the view of Santa Monica. I was not really hungry and just looking for a place to sit down and relax, so I decided to try this..."

Livy Hansel

"OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Came for the dineLA menu AMBIANCE: Casual. Noise level is average. We sat outside and brought our doggies ORDERED: - Oysters -..."

Renee Lee

"What a great find. Especially in Santa Monica where everything is expensive but not always deservingly so. This place was so worth the money...."

Tina Garbe

"Decided to grab a quick bite & some drinks while we explored Santa Monica & this place did not disappoint. It was super cozy, the service was warm,..."

Jordan McAngus

"Amazing seafood. The server was very helpful and friendly. The calamari was fresh and tasty. The Crabcake was amazing. There was happy hour deal on..."

Tejas Vernekar

"The drinks were tasty and most of the dishes had really great flavors. Server was friendly and attentive. Parking was cheap at the public garage on..."

Amy Zanlungo

"Was here for the Lucky Yu Japanese-Baja California pop up I think the oysters are crazily overpriced - they’re good but not mind blowing. Got the..."

Victoria

"We wanted to get seafood 🦞 around Santa Monica but wanted to avoid the crowd. I got a lobster roll and my partner got a lobster Mac and cheese. It..."

Yuwei Pan

"Lobster Mac & Cheese with white truffle oil…. Need I say more? My favorite things beautifully baked and served on a skillet. I nearly ate the..."

Jack Moran

"Great atmosphere, good food, and drinks. Definitely make reservations ahead of time to see if you want to sit inside or..."

Jonathan Ramos

"Seafood tower is a must. Didn’t feel too full after so 3 couldn’t share this unless it was just your appetizers. The selection is divine and I..."

Zelda

"Me and my wife had lunch on Friday around 1 pm. It wasn’t crowded and when I asked to a lady to seat inside she was making faces and I told her..."

F XF

"Great little seafood restaurant across the street from the Santa Monica beach/pier. They had some delicious happy hour food and drink specials. We..."

Heather Conkright

Ivy At The Shore

85/100 (5357 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"They had a prefixed Thanksgiving menu. It was fabulous, the beautiful boat painting is an artist Ed roche, So I became a lover of his art by this..."

Alicia Ann Marie

"The atmosphere at The Ivy is incredible. Fresh flowers and a beautifully set table. When my daughter and I first arrived for lunch on a Thursday..."

Amanda Gonzales

"I wish I could leave 10/10, and a great shout out to Juan at the bar. He is the star of the show. I loved the food and drinks, must try passion..."

Rose Anne

"Had to write a review immediately. The place was so beautiful and the service excellent and food fresh and delicious. Lucky to find this place on..."

Marc Rothman

"This is an LA classic! This location has been here since 1985 and always amazing! There is nothing I can't recommend on the menu. Whatever you order..."

Jeff Geller

"I have been to the Beverly Hills location a few times and would say I prefer there over this Santa Monica location even though it’s been open since..."

Zan Lee

"I am pleased to share my Sunday brunch experience at the IVY Santa Monica. Beautiful venue & strategic location by the pier, very convenient valet..."

Paulin

"Lovely spot to enjoy a brunch, lunch, or just..."

Scott Nelson

"The scones are sinfully delicious!!! Had the fish and chips and the shrimp and onion rings were out of this..."

Jodie Francisco

"I ordered mexican food and It was amazing even the anise bread they serve at the beginning, the interior looked so pretty makes you feel in another..."

ylecara noiloc

"This place is amazing I'm here on California for vacation and I knew there was gonna be really amazing restaurants and I was not disappointed with..."

Brad Luthernial

"Have dined here many times over the years, last time was July 2020 this time, two weeks ago. Still on their game. Great food and terrific and..."

bnicoletti

"It’s beyond me how anyone could give it 1 star. Food Service Vibe Decor Location Mood Each and every one of those are top notch. No, it’s not..."

pshoan

"Simply sensational! I felt like I was dining in Paris. Romantic, lovely little spot, champagne is handed to you the minute you walk in the door! I..."

Sasha Hartleb

"Food and staff are amazing. I really wanted to praise Sina and his fabulous customer service. We had the shrimp tacos (the best) and the Branzino..."

Gabby R

Capo

85/100 (1764 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I would say it’s one of the best Italian restaurants in Santa Monica, but it does have some issues. It’s really small and intimate on the inside,..."

Zan Lee

"A nook and cranny in Santa Monica along the shoreline close enough to feel the sea mist and hear the waves crashing about the sand. A bewilderment of..."

Steven Kenedy

"It feels like walking through the door & being wisked on to a vacation far away. The art is fabulous. The ambiance is delightful. The staff was..."

Leah Dilbeck

"Best service I’ve ever experienced in Los Angeles. Felt right at home the moment we were seated. My partner and I split 3 pastas. Conveniently..."

Miguel Barbosa

"너무 친절하고 프로패셔널 합니다. 너무 좋아요. Friendly, very professional - feel very welcome and amazing service with :) it was..."

T.H OH (Sa Sin Dang)

"We visited this place for breakfast on Friday morning. Short walk from JW Marriott. Wait was 10mins. We ordered omelettes and pancakes for kids...."

Praneet Raj

"The ravioli and blackberry crumble are great. Service was spectacular. Parking is an issue, so you have to use the..."

Randy M

"Soo good I wanted to stuff myself like it was Thanksgiving dinner.. but we tried the margaritas and mimosas. With the Carnitas tacos with a order of..."

Mr Savage

"This Italian restaurant is a must go. Impeccable service. A cozy ambiance. The Rigatoni Tartufo Ragu may have been the best pasta dish I've ever had,..."

Dylan

"extraordinary in every respect, including the out-of-this-world meal that is prepared and presented to patrons of the establishment. Our hostess'..."

Justin Shelley (Massage Therapist)

"Food was phenomenal! Our waiter Rob made the evening! Best birthday..."

Jacob Bevilacqua

"Amazing/awesome professionalism, from the servers/staff to the cooks. I knew before going in what the price would be approximately thanks to Google..."

Luck LaMotti

"A true gem. An awesome wine list, excellent food in a perfect setting, and highly professional staff. One of the most expensive American restaurants..."

Rich Gray

"Great service that you’d expect from a swanky place. However, I’ve had many a chicken parm and this wasn’t worth the price tag north of..."

Andrew

"Great Italian spot with phenomenal service. Our waiter Hector was the picture of perfect service. (Thanks Hector!) The place has a nice, intimate..."

Courtney Gabinetti

Valentino

85/100 (1853 ratings)

"Best Italian in LA. My wife and I dined at Valentino this week for her birthday. We had purchased a prix fixe 5 course package through Amazon Local...."

Eric B

"Unbelievable...if available, get the special with beet pasta and ragu...it was absolutely sublime. Everything is fresh and..."

Henry Nieberg

"Got a table right away. The service was a little slow, but the osso bucco was very tender and delicious. They also have a really large wine..."

Austin Sorenson

"Wonderful dinner. Came here to celebrate dude's birthday since he really likes Italian food. They were kind enough to seat us at a corner booth, it..."

Dani S

"Valentino is an absolute gem! The food, the wine, the service... everything is impeccable and of the utmost quality. In a city where restaurants come..."

Lana Rushing

"I like to go to Valentino's whenever I have the opportunity. Recently I have been doing the Happy hour small plates and I love them. The Crudo..."

Alex Lindsey

"Came here for my birthday dinner and had a wonderful experience. Risotto and Veal Chop was beautifully prepared and the staff was very accommodating..."

Bernard Benjie Paraiso

"Valentino is one of LA's westide culinary gems. We have gone here several times and are always blown away by the level of service, food and just..."

Grant Jack

"Fantastic wine list, great food, great service. A perfect stop before heading up the block to a show at McCabe's Guitar Shop. Definitely falls..."

Mimi Mayer

"place to go for that special occasion. excellent, creative, artistic food that never disapoints. nothing bothers the servers or management. very..."

Joyce Goldman

"The year was 1982, lunch for three was $500 as I placed myself in the hands of Piero Selvaggio. It turned out to be the best thing I could have done,..."

Joseph Jones

"For Italian food (*not* Pasta and pizza), this is as good as it gets. The only way to improve on Valentino is to go to Florence (Italy) and eat at..."

Barry Gold

"If you got the dough, this place is one swanky establishment. Wine is amazing and I'd recommend the grilled octopus with squid ink...."

John Oney

Water Grill Santa Monica

84/100 (5223 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"I went to this place last night and I was seriously impressed. It was very busy so booking a table is a must if you don't want a long wait. The menu..."

Emma Brotherton

"Great food. Wonderful ambiance. Good drinks and a great wine list. What’s not to love. Oh, and the best sea bass I’ve ever..."

Michele Kaufmann

"Fantastic place ....we only wanted a light meal and ended up with oysters lobster scallops and fritto misto a few proseccos absolutely enjoyed the..."

Lou Christy

"Top notch, memorable; extensive wine list as are all King's Seafood restaurants. Try the black cod entree. It will blow your..."

Wilton WJ Roddy

"The service is excellent I ordered Chilean delicious , they Even surprise me with a birthday 🎂 cake I highly recommend this..."

Edna Andaca Ellrodt

"The fish here is top notch. - was fortunate to have some fresh Alaskan Halibut which I can say was some of the highest quality I’ve..."

Michael Cipollo

"The food and ambiance was perfect. Though pricey it was worth it especially for Father’s..."

Yele Strasser King

"Service was wonderful. Food was so good. Just a great atmosphere. And to we Ladies, the wonderful lady in the Ladies room is so nice. Make sure you..."

Mary Dickinson

"Amazing food. So wonderfully helpful staff. Don't just look at the front 2 pages of the menu �� a big recommendation from us..."

Sam Woodruff

"Loved our dinner experience here. Definitely recommend this location. They have live Alaskan king crab you can pick and order. We ordered the..."

Praneet Raj

"Very good food, atmosphere and service. I had octopus and was delicious and then had the sword fish that was very tasty. Nick was our server and very..."

Simon T Katan

"We were pleasantly surprised by this waterfront seafood restaurant. While it may not boast 5-star cuisine, it exceeded our expectations, especially..."

Rose Peterson

"The only thing lacking here was the fried calamari. The rest, including the lobster roll and the jumbo shrimp louie salad was amazing. Great bread..."

Bianca Ritorto

"We all ordered dishes that had codfish included. I had the tacos, And my table mates had the fish and chips. Presentation is beautiful, I’d give..."

MyrealtorPat McGowan

"Wow the atmosphere at this place is amazing , large tables and comfy seats! They serve these delicious bread rolls with very salty butter ,..."

Freya Porter

"Absolutely fantastic food, extremely attentive staff and nice atmosphere. Kristen made our meal very special, so big thank you to her. I would..."

Ella Somerset

"Lobster rolls are offered both hot and cold. It was a rainy Sunday so I opted for the toasted hot roll, and it did not disappoint! Great place with..."

david hildner

"Easy online reservation of table. Flexible staff, excellent service (quick and helpful). Outstanding food in a very appealing ambience. I have had..."

Manuel Streib

"We went to Water Grill yesterday in the afternoon. The floor staff Nicole was so friendly approaching us and introduced the menu to us with..."

Natalie Lo

"We celebrated Valentine's Day here. We didn't have a reservation but we were seated immediately. They were very accommodating. We enjoyed sitting..."

JayLiJaz Reviews Author RF Amos

"We brought our daughter here for her 19th birthday! This place didn't disappoint! The lobster Mac and cheese was bomb! The Australian Lobster was to..."

Victoria Carrillo

"My Family Reserved A Table For 5 And 1 Other Table For My Cousins. And Aunt And Uncle. Our Server Was Very Nice And Chill He Would Be Quick. And To..."

Brandon Lawrence L. Yu

"This seafood restaurant was within a 15-minute walk from our hotel. We used Open Table to reserve a table for two. It was a packed house on a..."

John Hannan

"Loved the atmosphere here as well as the location with a view! We didn’t have a reservation but were able to get almost immediate seating at the..."

Dee Vargas

"Actually really good fish. The sea bass was light, fluffy, and creamy like eating a cloud. The swordfish was thick and juicy without being dry or..."

Nop Jiarathanakul

"Fresh fresh fresh seafood, best in the west this side of California. The view of the famous Santa Monica beach complete with palm trees is perfect..."

Soyoung Chon

Red O Cantina

84/100 (2121 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The staff here was really nice. They went above and beyond to make you feel appreciated. Great view of Santa Monica Beach. The food was not bad,..."

Majestic Capricorn

"Food was delicious, great service.. spices and sauce contrast really worked. VERY FRESH ingredients. Drinks were strong and nicely mixed also. ..."

Aaron Kaufman (B Mugz)

"We were really feeling like some good Mexican. This was the perfect place. Great food choices, servers were professional & lighthearted. Restaurant &..."

Stevie L

"My first time in LA, our Lyft driver recommended this place. It was amazing. Best Mexican food I've ever tasted. Everything was fresh, hot and..."

V P

"Right on the PCH, and in the downtown. Great place for Mexican food, great collection of wines and tequilas. They even have a tequila tasting..."

Ash Sterlekar

"The staff members were extremely nice to my friends and I. They took my friend’s food back to be fixed with no problem and no questions. I had an..."

Jennifer Lindsey

"Been here many times.. it’s worth the wait if there is one, to sit with a view of the street so you can people watch while having your lunch or..."

Misti Van Zandt

"This is a must stop for me every time I come to the pier. I’m from Idaho! It’s hands down the best food, the best service, and the best..."

Brenda Carrillo

"Fresh food! Best salsa I’ve ever had in my life!!! It’s Pico de Gallo textured with red salsa flavor and it’s only $3 must try!!! Empanada..."

Lioness Ramsay Jr.

"Excellent service from Kimmy. Delicious chips and salsa, salad, and chicken burrito bowl. Margarita tasted good, but for the price, not too strong...."

Tena Valenti

"Amazing ambiance, trendy and lively! Location is perfect. Bartenders are the best! Service in general 5 stars. Now the food needs to be improved...."

Pipin

"Great staff and the food was good. Love the tequila cart and the seating options. Visited twice while on..."

Danny Minor

"Had the best experience at Red O yesterday. The food was tasty! My server was very sweet! BUT the tequila selection was AMAZING! I highly recommend..."

Dustin Santos

"My husband, my parents and I had dinner here for Cinco de Mayo, and it was a night we will remember for a long time! The service was wonderful, with..."

Aimee Not the Perfect Cook

"One of the Best Mexican food I’ve had in SoCal. Not too pricey either. The drinks aren’t too strong with nice flavor. The burrito was stuffed and..."

Preshus Mack

"Was great time ,food quality is gd specially love sea bass was oasm , stuff is very welcoming, they took pics for all of us ,love it ..gave us..."

Jignasa Vashi

"Great ambience and great food! A big shoutout to Nikki who was so nice to us and made sure we were well fed and comfortable. The tacos were..."

ashwin kumar

"First time eating at this place. The food was very good and tasty (price packs a punch!), but a nice place to take someone for birthday lunch,..."

Marytza Echevarria

"I loved our waiter! Great personality he definitely added to the experience, shout out to Niko! The food was good, great portion sizes and I was..."

VideoChick LA

Via Veneto

"It’s a nice Italian restaurant. The articiofi salad ($32) and the lobster pasta ($52) were delicious. Plate are a little too small and prices are..."

Stephane

"I treated myself before work to dinner - soup to dessert and two glasses of wine. The candles, the small size, warm Lighting, even the waiters..."

Chauna Sumpter

"Was searching for Italian restaurants in Santa Monica and saw this had so many raving reviews so decided to try it. This place was originally a $$..."

Ryan Lowe

"Very nut friendly establishment except for dessert. A very romantic candlelight dinner experience, but you're definitely paying for it. Bolognese,..."

David Pham

"Great service and food Servers very knowledgeable Very..."

Angela Lai

"Wow, this place is great! Save for the prices, I have nothing negative to say here, only positive. The service was top-notch, the table setting was..."

Denver Moss

"My all-time favorite restaurant, always keeps me coming back! Must ask for the ravioli..."

Helen Wang

"These guys know how to do pasta, wow. Very well cooked food, perfectly presented and tasty too. Outstanding wine cellar! Great service and really..."

Brian Angus

"Excellent food and service! I love the fact that they really pay attention to thier ingredients. They source local and organic meats and produce. I..."

Gurucharan Angisetty

"One of the most fabulous meals I ever had in Santa Monica. Perfect pasta, soft shell crabs from heaven and a wine choice from our server, that set..."

Michael Naso

Upper West

83/100 (3083 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"They have an absolute SLEEPER on their menu-- surprisingly one of the best burgers in los angeles. Incredibly juicy with a jus that I would gladly..."

Richard Leuchter

"Delicious meal here at the right price and with good service. Honestly pleased with all. Hard to come across a place like that nowadays. Table of..."

Carl Wishneusky

"We had our holiday party here. Great atmosphere and everyone was very nice. But once we ordered, it felt really rushed. Antre sides were being..."

Joey Diamond

"Neighbourhood restaurant that's good for a date or dinner with friends. Shared plates are all delicious, especially the blue cheese chips. The mains..."

Joe Provost

"This was such a nice find. Old school Trendy great food served by a great waiter Hector. The place is Spacious cozy and the owner Fred is a gentleman..."

NYC Guide

"Great atmosphere! Neighborhood eatery with character. The staff were all super nice and attentive. I had the ahi tuna which was amazing. Little..."

Kenneth Adams

"Owners are very welcoming Best meal that I had in 10 plus years Bartender made a Pegu Club, and Gin Gimlet, and both were outstanding. Waiter Mark..."

James Stanchfield

"Everything was delicious. I think the keys is they don't try to overwhelm you with flavor. We started with the burrata, charred avocado and spicy..."

Rob

"Everything was absolutely delicious 😋 Service outstanding for 10 adults, 1 toddler & 1 infant. We have had several family dinners here and always..."

Nick Corso

"Great atmosphere, a little loud, but lively. Super creative food and drink options. Check out the pictures of Ahi Tuna Tacos, Burrata with Sliced..."

Steven Mindel

"Updated review in 2021 after they changed the menu: Still one of my favorite restaurants in L.A. Great selection of everything including cocktails,..."

Raymond Shadman

"Love this place and their unique..."

Ella W

"Good quality food good atmosphere good service, variety of cocktails and..."

Pooya

"First time eating here. Everything was delicious. The place is a bit loud but if you don't mind the noise, you will have a..."

Maria Morales - California

"This is where delicious burgers meets your face, you must try this place. Their menu is out of this world good and the service is great..."

Genevieve Ellis

"I love this place. Updated classics, outright innovation, and fair prices. Great beer selection too. Tortellini truffle pork belly madness. Flatiron..."

Kevin B

"Food is fantastic, and portioned appropriately for full appreciation. Service is excellent and the atmosphere is..."

Ron Uyematsu

"This is one of my favorite places in Santa Monica! Fred and Ayo are the best. The food is wonderful (try the steak tacos, chicken salad, crispy rice)..."

Janis Adams

"Delicious neighborhood restaurant. Excellent service, good wine list and bar. The food is the star of the show. I love the ribs, tuna on crispy rice..."

Samuel Chapman

Chinois On Main

83/100 (2879 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Fine Dining

"I highly recommend this restaurant! Every dish I have had here is excellent. Their Shanghai Lobster with curry sauce with crispy spinach is one of..."

Dave Hicks

"I have been dining at Chinois on Main for 25 years, it is easily my favorite restaurant. The food is absolutely delishious! It doesn’t matter what..."

Mitchell Bravo

"Bella has been the most gracious of hosts for over 3 decades, always welcoming and adding the touch of class to one of the few uniquely classic..."

Mario Camara

"From my picky italian point of view this is an amazing restaurant even if they can work a little bit more on the interior. It looks way better than..."

Stefano Fontana

"Loved the food. Loved the staff,thay go above and beyond to ensure that you enjoy your evening.when in season best soft shell crab..."

Barbara Tullos

"Great food!!! Food was amazing, every meal we enjoy! The cat fish, calamari shrimp, salad, veg rice etc, etc. Wonderful presentation. Desserts..."

Consuelo Camastra

"The food was delicious - the best Chinese I have ever had and the service was second to none. Excellent staff to go with the delicious food. Cannot..."

Pam Wilders

"Chinois is a must. Divine food. My favorites are the lobster, sizzling catfish and chicken salad. The pear martini is great. Friendly..."

Toni Reilly

"Absolutely divine. Great staff, delicious food and awesome ambiance. If you haven't been, do yourself a favor and make a reservation..."

J Michael Dargin

"My favorite restaurant EVER!!!! Simply the best!!!! Never fails. I will be there as long as they are..."

Marianne Kopie Liggett

"I was there for the CCAP Appreciation Diiner. The food, the service, the ambiance was excellent. The chinse chicken salad was delicious. However,..."

Mary McAlpine

"Get the Shanghai Lobster. I hadn’t been here in twenty years but, flew back to LA and enjoyed my dinner..."

Kristen Trojel

"I had not been back to Wolfgang's Chinois in 15 yrs, no excuses yet they have not missed a..."

Rick Cicetti CHt

"One of the best Restaurants in Los Angeles by far service and food..."

Kevin Beechum

"Been coming here since it opened and essentially have ordered the same menu every time: Catfish, Salmon, and Chicken..."

James Paul Darling

"Loved the food and ambience!!! Great time! Great place for a birthday or get..."

Kathrine Baumann

"Grew up going to this restaurant to celebrate accomplishments or just to share a meal with family and friends. I have never had a bad meal. Chef Rene..."

McKenzie Neely-Wright

"Our meals were PERFECTION. Natalie is an absolute pleasure and was as helpful and accommodating as possible. I can't wait to go..."

Sara Wilkerson

"consistently amazing from the moment you enter. our eternal..."

Ruth Amir

"I was here while Wolfgang puck came to visit. Which was also really cool. But the food was amazing. So were the drinks + the atmosphere. Such a great..."

Rukia Yosuf

"Fantastic! Best scallops and tuna that I could eat every night. We were lucky enough to there on their 40 th and I can't wait to go back. Great..."

SethK -

"This Asian-French fusion restaurant is one I’ve been wanting to come to for years and it was worth the wait! Amazing service. Still closed indoors..."

Claudia Diaz

"Given it is a Wolfgang Puck restaurant, we had to try it. This was our experience- Ambience- great, looks like a typical Chinese diner with an open..."

Shail Lakhani

"I love Chinois On Main! This place is trendy, immaculately located at the heart of Santa Monica, and the food is authentic yet elevated. It’s great..."

Paulin

"Chinois is a neighborhood institution for those of us in the Ocean Park area of Santa Monica. The food is exquisite. I've never had anything bad. The..."

Charles Freericks

"Great food! Super old school decor. Could use an update. It felt like you were in a time warp back in the 90s or something. The food was really great..."

Masha Krakovskaya

"Unbelievable extremely delicious and highest quality food and great service. Can’t go wrong no matter what you order. Our waiters and the GM were..."

M K

"As once introduced in the Michelin guide California, they have awesome Asian-French fusion cuisine. Thanks to their lovely embience and tasteful..."

Bohyun Yang

"We had a really good dinner at this my favorite Chinese restaurant in santa monica. I think this is the best Chinese in LA . You can get best..."

K Nag

"Havent eaten there in 20years and did not disappoint. A little noisy for my liking for quiet conversations. The crispy spinach was fantastic as in..."

Scott Reiter

"What an amazing first post-pandemic dining experience! The DineLA menu provided a great sampling with enough to take home. Service was great, even..."

Jennifer Pierdant

"We shared the short ribs, salmon, sea bass with crispy spinach and potstickers and were blown away with the flavor of everything but not overwhelming..."

Todd Campbell

"This is one of my favorite places, the food is always flavorful, never complains, amazing..."

Jacob P

"We were in town for the weekend and found this gem of a place! Being a person familiar with authentic Chinese/Asian flavors, I had my hesitations..."

Ariel Schwartz Chang

"Overly pricey... But solid on food and new flavors. You can get this quality or higher in SGV for 1/2 the price but it's difficult to find anything..."

Stephen Lim

"Modifying my previous review of 3 stars. Went there for lunch today. The servers were super nice. But The food took forever. Some of the dishes..."

Melanie Galuten

Chez Jay

83/100 (1888 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I love it here. The food and vibes are always great. I did have a reservation at 7 and was not seated till a little after 730 due to overbooking and..."

Amy Cooper

"Very great seafood. The sand dab was wonderful. The free bread was served warm and smothered in garlic flavored butter. The potato side was..."

Liz Hejny

"Lovely place, cozy and had a vintage vibe, the servers were so nice and helpful and the food was delicious. Shout out to David one of the cooks for..."

Edmarie Mimi

"This place is awesome! Old school Santa Monica. Great service, awesome drinks and the food was amazing! Went as part of a themed bar crawl but told..."

Denyse Ruggiero

"Parking is limited here as you know. So make sure of that. Ordered a mocktail at this place. It’s so good. It’s best to make a reservation here..."

Kaolhi Ly

"My friend made a reservation because my birthday was coming up. Great service, delicious steak. The last dinner at the destination became a..."

Yoppy South

"Elegant, welcoming, and incredible food. Every dish we had was spectacular. The unique crusted steak was unreal! Make a res and eat here when you..."

Bradley Mitchell

"I really enjoyed my time in the backyard patio with my girlfriends! There was really good live music and they were super accommodating to us when the..."

Michelle Charlotte

"Very hospitable staff, super friendly and relaxed. The amazing chef humbly served us our food and drinks. We’ll absolutely be back. Fantastic..."

Yvonne Crawford

"We had a delicious dinner at in the quaint, dark Chez Jay. We were thankful we had reservations for our family of 5. We were seated immediately even..."

Mercedes Hyatt

"I went here with a friend that lives nearby. I had seen this bar on the TV show Goliath. It has an incredible vibe. I’m paying this review a few..."

Jason Wheat

"This Santa Monica landmark first attracted my eye while watching Goliath at home in San Diego. On a 3-day trip to Los Angeles I decided to come by..."

Christopher Gorrie

"Looking for the best way to drive across the country? Look up at one of three epic road trips from Chicago to Los Angeles! Feb 2021 Chez Jay was..."

M K

"I had the best time at Chez Jay. It was worth making a reservation and we were seated right on time. It felt like home from the owners warm welcome..."

Shannon Miller

"amongst the detritus of touristy santa monica lurks this weird dive. food was solid classic red sauce/steak joint fare, but ultimately pretty..."

Zach Newman

"This fooood was amazing I was able to eat one thing and not get full , it was like my first time actually enjoying a meal, I went to the lunch and..."

Tanner McCarty

"We went to Chez Jay, Santa Monica, 6th July 2023 3 adults on holiday from England. We absolutely loved it there. I wish we were in Santa Monica for..."

Gaynor Gough

"I ordered the grilled salmon and it was juicy and fresh. It was delicious. The backyard sitting is more relaxing and quiet. The front is a little..."

Nicole Ong

Blue Plate Taco

82/100 (5390 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Delicious! We began with guacamole and chips. The guac was fantastic with just the right amount of chunkiness. We shared plates of seafood tacos --..."

RiaRheaRiya

"I went here two times before I could land a seat for myself. First time the place was shut by 9pm and second time it was full. Finally on the day I..."

Rinku Biswas

"First and only visit there in March to meet a fee cousin to catch up. So great sitting al fresco hanging out and enjoying a plate full of delicious..."

PenaciousH

"Had lobster tacos which might be the best tacos I've ever had. Guacamole was really good, too. Nice view, good service and very busy. Highly..."

Alan Tindell

"The lobster tacos were amazing!!!!! The ceviche tostada...yum yum. The guacamole was delicious. The short rib tacos were a hit as well. Oh and the..."

Roni

"Really cute decor, great ambiance but expect to queue up on busy nights. They also have a bar where you're welcome to have a drink and wait for a..."

Jennifer Seah

"Blue Plate Taco is so ideally located on Ocean Street on the main level of the Shore Hotel. As we walked up to the restaurant at first glance the..."

Anusha

"Visited with wife and had a great experience. The chips, salsa, and guac were really good. I have the chicken tacos and they were outstanding. Its..."

David

"Blue Plate Taco is so ideally located on Ocean Street on the main level of the Shore Hotel. As we walked up to the restaurant at first glance the..."

Anusha

"What causes a restaurant to be so popular that from opening to close there isn’t an available table to be seen? We had passed this restaurant at..."

Julie Carlyle

"Loved it. Fresh...fresh...FRESH!!! Blended hibiscus-pear margarita was out of this..."

Tasha

"Good lunch. Popped in here for a saturday lunch. went for the short-rib taco with rice and mexican slaw, it was delicious. the rice was really really..."

Zebedee

"Thursday night went for a dinner with a friend.We were seated right away. Very friendly service and fast. However I think it's really overpriced ...."

Sona Asatryan

"The best part was the food! The area is pretty nice, not far from the pier. Colorful restaurant with nice decorations. We order a shrimp taco plate..."

The Ortega's

"The place is so perfect and near to Santa Monica pier which is making it more amazing. We order shrimp tacos and seasonal soup, which was..."

Tejinder Singh Gill

"Booked this place almost a month ahead as we're visiting from Singapore. Excellent service from Julie and the rest of her team. Great ambience..."

Mariah Boon

"Great reasonably priced spot close to the boardwalk. The service was what drew me in - as a solo diner I was treated with the same respect as a group..."

Cliodhna Ryan

"The food was good and the service fine. They could have been a little more attentive but definitely better than expected for such a touristic area...."

Johanna Boss

"The food and atmosphere was fantastic!! I really enjoyed my experience here. The waiter was cool however he quickly got flustered as I was asking..."

Joshua Alexander

"Cute restaurant with an amazing vibe. We got seated right away and the service was very fast. Ordered the Barbacoa and shrimp tacos and it was..."

Nicola Jordaan

"Would give the food a 4.5! Authentic Mexican ! Beef Baria tacos were amazing!!! Pork Adobo tacos were so yummy ! Guacamole was fresh and delish !..."

Lori Kusterer-Farley

"Before watching Barbie, we stopped in for dinner at Blue Plate Taco. As we arrived we noticed a positive sign - every table was taken. Fortunately we..."

julio gasson

"We got some yummy tacos. Carne asada, lobster, and chicken taco. Lobster was bomb, and so was the Carne asada, not the biggest fan of chicken in..."

chia berry

Coast Beach Cafe And Bar

Accepts American Express

Seating

Street Parking

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Nice atmosphere and courteous staff. Prices are as expected for the location. Food was quality. Will go here again when in Santa..."

Bobby Burger

"when walking the Santa Monica beach boardwalk, I like to pop into this Shutters cafe for a little refreshment and beachside..."

Douglas Hardy

"Nice and tasty place to enjoy a good meal with friends..."

Michel Michel

"Always grab a drink in this place, just go in get a drink or something, feel good life is Short and it only gets..."

Yehuda Haskelevich

"Fabulous food, great staff and amazing atmosphere. As a local Santa Monica resident it's always the place I choose for breakfast meetings or..."

Cali Gilbert

"The best breakfast in front of the..."

Beatriz Gonzalez-Friz

"Such a beautyful..."

Cornelia Koerber

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Maria Alexandra Paredes

"Place is very beautiful. Loved that they had indoor, outdoor and outdoor heated patio sitting areas. Service was excellent! Pricing is good. Food was..."

Isabella Chavez

"Stunning location and place to watch the sunset with a few drinks, however both of my drinks tasted like bleach. Not sure what's going on there. My..."

Kellie Becker

"The breakfast was amazing and the quantity was a lot it was tasty for breakfast so i went back for dinner to try their wagyu burger and it was..."

Abdullah

"My favorite spot on a coast ! Great ambiance, location, interior, atmosphere, service - all top notch! Great food, serving - 😌 Last time dessert..."

Julia White

"Soooo clean but soooo tasty🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 nice staff. Really liked the layout and the view. I'd like to know what kind of apple juice you guys..."

BusyBurdie

"Perfect ambiance for din at the beach and wonderful service. I recommend the lobster roll (ask for tartar sauce for the fries, trust me) and the..."

Rida Khan

"If you looking for a brush place on the beach, this is the place, the location is awesome, you can park by the beach parking and street parking is..."

Maryam Khoshreza

"We love coming to this place for many many years. My husband and I got married at Shutters and we’ve frequented this restaurant for brunch and..."

Emerald in Cali

"Amazing food and lovely waitress. Their seafood was fresh as they had no smell. Also Their wine was great! Can’t wait to come back..."

Angie B

"My family of 7 (including me) got there around 10:30, and were immediately greeted. The host and the assistant, which could have been the manager,..."

Sonnee Sy

"My friends and I (group of 4) came to the restaurant looking for a quick grab and go brunch, however we ended up staying 2 hours for the wonderful..."

Nancy Berkenstan

"Relaxed, kinda casual spot, great views, somewhat pricey tho. The food was great, service very nice and..."

Dahlia

"I made reservations for this place since all the restaurants in Malibu seemed to be booked for the weekend. It was a good visit just a little bit..."

Travel Cam Lopez

"Beautiful restaurant right off the walkway and beach in Santa Monica. Super friendly staff, especially Alex. I stopped in for breakfast on the..."

Brian Hall

"Absolutely AMAZING. My husband and I went the day after our wedding for breakfast and it was the best breakfast we have ever had. Everything on our..."

Mariela Juarez

"I had a wonderful breakfast on the heated patio this morning. Delicious French toast yum! Special thank you to Colleen for being incredibly welcoming..."

April

"Dog friendly. Even for inside at bar if smallish dog and well behaved. The service matches the 5 star hotel it is located in. Amazing brunch place..."

Kim H

Enterprise Fish Co.

81/100 (2747 ratings)

"my favorite in Santa Monica clams mussels and all grilled in house fish..."

Robert La Bianca

"A friend and I were out and about, looking for a chill spot to relax with a good drink and some light but delish grub. We both got the lobster bisque..."

Jason Levitt

"A little expensive but the food is so good it's worth it! The staff is excellent. The lobster bisque is to die for. I got the crab legs for $60 and I..."

Leah Pasquarelli

"This is my favorite restaurant on the west side! The food is phenomenal and fresh. It’s perfect for happy hour and I highly recommend enjoying..."

Madison Hada

"Great place i stumbled on for lunch. Beautiful restored building, great menu, service and sensible prices ! Would thoroughly..."

Chris Ely

"Excellent food and service! we had the Tuesday night Lobster special - a 2LB Lobster and 2 sides for only $37! It was delicious. Also, they have..."

Kristine Wendt

"Love the food. Our server Nicole was very attentive and nice. The food came out shortly after ordering. The drinks were really good even for happy..."

Edwin Vasquez

"Pretty pricey, but definitely worth it. the servers here are all super alert and fast getting what you need. I would definitely come back if i lived..."

Tasha Murp

"I have been going to this restaurant for years! The food have always been great! The lobster bisque is one of the..."

Dorla Hemsley

"We thoroughly enjoyed our experience the food was great and our server Carlos was amazing! Thank you for a great..."

Judith Mia Bjørnsholm

"Met up with a group of good friends at Enterprise Fish Co. Awesome happy hour. Menu quite extensive, yummy, great prices, with friendly & efficient..."

Jody Stiles

"Everything at Enterprise Fish Company is excellent lobster bisque with puff pastry Is Awesome The Manhattan clam chowder is to die..."

Chris Kralicek

"How do I say this...one of the best meals I've ever had in my life! Food was simply gorgeous. We tried the Lobster Bisque with puff pastry...to die..."

Tihomir Todorov

"Food was pricey but for a reason. Place is well kept and ambiance is great. We ordered everything from their lobsters, king crab, Sicilian pasta,..."

Duke Emmanuel

"Enterprise Fish was everything we were craving. My Parmesan Halibut was moist and delicious with good seasoning. My son ordered Shrimp risotto,..."

Katrina Vasquez

"Best seafood we’ve had in a very long time. Service was quick and our server a delight. We had the Fish & Chips and the Blackened Cod. Beyond..."

Arlene Aninion

"Dine LA experience at "enterprise fish co., was fun. The bar area was a little overwhelmed when we got there. Only 1 bartender for the whole..."

Anthony Sarria

"Great, fun restaurant. More on the pricer side but most dishes came out great, except the lobster roll, which was very disappointing. Seemed to be..."

Keroulos Youssef

"Super fresh seafood in an upscale yet relaxed and spacious environment close to the beach. The staff was very attentive, our glasses were never..."

Monica Thurston

"Tasty seafood at a reasonable price. Big open Atmosphere and helpful staff. I chose the Boston Clam Chowder & crab grill cheese (waiter recommended..."

John G

"We came here for happy hour and had some drinks and appetizers. Everything was amazing. The food was super tasty and would definitely come back...."

Octavian Ciubotariu

"Went on Mother's Day for lunch and it was packed. White tablecloths and fresh flowers were added, which was nice for the day. Extra tables with..."

J Kubo

"Great food and service. Love this place. The hamachi yuzu crudo is fantastic as is the grilled avocado. Lobster bisque is the best I've ever..."

Rachna Varma

"Absolutely amazing! Happy hour is the way to go! The small plates are an amazing opportunity to get a taste of the menu. I highly recommend the..."

Ariel Jutras

"Best Sea Food and Steak House in Santa Monica, Great Food, Great Service, Beautiful Atmosphere, sitting indoor and outdoor. Outdoor is illuminated..."

Mercedes Strickland

"Their food is always excellent. We started with the Happy Hour. If you have not been to HH. You are missing it. Great prices!!! Then we had..."

Shereé Michelleé

"Location is nice and food is good. Seafood tasted fresh! Calm environment and easily enjoyed the food and..."

Ced De Castro

"The waiters and waitresses are friendly. The receptionist didn’t greet me immediately when I arrived. They started talking only after I talked to..."

Pruksapan Bantawtook

"Fantastic seafood dishes! From calamari to seafood skewers. Found this place via Losangelesfoodiegirl. Looking forward to the happy hour and weekend..."

Diana Wei

"#mescal margarita #Peruvian-ceviche #lobster roll Kind of disappointed, the server changed out our lunch menu to a dinner menu 30 minutes after we..."

Carlton Newsome

"A huge restaurant, long trek to the bathroom, and a few minutes before the waiter notices the tables across the large expanse. Food is fantastic,..."

M.A. EatsArt

1 Pico

80/100 (3217 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

"Just tried the new menu and it is out of this world! So many amazing dishes. Faves - the cucumbers and tomatoes, squid ink pasta, pork chop, harissa..."

Armella Stepan

"Fine dining by candle light with the family on Father's Day. This restaurant is outstanding! Incredible food, lovely ambiance with a view of Santa..."

Tockqua Edna Center

"Ultimately, it's all about the window tables overlooking the ocean vistas; friendly staff and best off all located at my hotel room inside Shutters..."

Darren M. Meade

"Great food, great location, great views. Highly..."

Jimmy Burns

"Aka Shutters, this restaurant has it all- ambiance, great acoustics so you can have a conversation, a fabulous wine list , delicious, tender food,..."

Jodi Rowe

"Excellent Meal. Had a great meal at the always picturesque Shutters. Of particular note the Braised Pork Belly appetizer and Skirt Steak Entree were..."

Sonic

"Perfect date night. Arrived for our reservation at 6 pm to an almost empty house. Table right next to the window with an ocean view. It took a while..."

Andrew Lin

"We were enchanted with everything about this place. Excellent service and a pleasant atmosphere, tasty food and nice cocktails. It was a significant..."

Natalia Med

"This place was absolutely amazing. It's located in Santa Monica and has very scenic and beautiful views. The entire staff was very friendly. Our..."

Cornell Miller

"The most romantic place..."

Natalie Robinson

"We were staying up in Santa Monica for a family event and decided to check out Shutters by the beach. We grab some cocktails at the 1 Pico bar. We..."

kamron n

"Very nice view for the sunset, the food is delicious and the service was great. A really fine dining..."

Nasser Akeel

"The view was great! Staff friendly, food beautiful and petite (eat home first :::))). Oh, did I mention the..."

Razmik Minasyan

"First time at this restaurant and I was just amazed by the location. You have a beautiful view of the ocean from this restaurant. The ambience is 5..."

Anitha Muthu

"This is long, long overdue. Years ago I had my first official date with my girlfriend at One Pico. So I wanted to propose to her on the beach outside..."

Jennifer & James

"If you are looking for an elegant brunch on the beach experience, this is the place! We had a 10.45 reservation, but there were a lot of empty tables..."

Ashwin Sukumar

"Great service and location, especially sunset. Food was average. Squid doesn't go great with potatoes! Scallops were overcooked and soggy! Dessert..."

M C

"Servers were very attentive and knowledgeable however the food is kind of a mixed bag. We came with a relatively large group and so we were able to..."

Bryan H

"Amazing meal - we had the prawns (must do!) the burrata and prosciutto, brussel sprouts and beef rib pasta. Overall the ambience, the view and the..."

Dany Kelly

"Good for lunch. I wish they have more brunch menu like grilled octopus and fried..."

KYLE AHN

"Great food and great service. Shout out to Mario. The man just doesn't stop with the attention and customer service. A real gem of an employee. Our..."

Brian K

Catch At Casa Del Mar

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"The view of inside is one of the most beautiful ocean view restaurants in Santa Monica, the food was very good, small portions but yummy! The staff..."

Maryam Khoshreza

"We were here for dine LA. The service was excellent. The server was very passionate about the Spanish food. We sat at the corner and had great..."

Spoiled Dog H

"The view!!! The overall experience!!! I would highly recommend taking in Catch if not one of the other restaurants inside this beautiful hotel,..."

Bill McBay

"Fixed price menu at $65 was a bargain. Top quality from the oysters to the main course. Very friendly and entertaining maître d' and waiters. View..."

Dennis Allard

"This place took me. Lol. The waiter we had was absolutely wonderful he was hilarious and very attentive. My compliments to the chief the food was..."

Morgan Ogbeide

"Was very impressed with this place. Everything we ordered was very done right and nicely presented (steak , fries, sea bass, sushi). One of the few..."

Sam S

"From the moment I walked into Catch at Casa Del Mar, I could sense the alluring charm and relaxed ambiance that makes it a hidden gem along the..."

Binais Begovic

"A gorgeous spot & the food was surprisingly delish. Definitely an amazing restaurant for sunset. Our two favorites were the ginger & carrot soup and..."

Ashley Gonzalez

"The views are beautiful. Service is exceptional. Rather expensive. Food is good but not amazing. You're paying for the location, the views and the..."

Anwar

"You know you're going to drop $250 if you bring a date, but they serve the finest seafood and a killer ribeye. The sea bass was the best I've ever..."

Jared Markham

"The beat seafood in SoCal. The sushi chef and staff are amazing and very helpful. The price is worth the food, view, and experience overall. And no,..."

Gracie Prieto

"Three years ago, my husband proposed to me at Catch. The staff was so wonderful to us giving us a complimentary bottle of Champagne. It was one of..."

Kathryn LeBoye

"Tasty food, great service. Easy valet, waiters are attentive and super nice. Would definitely come back! Love 💕 the airy feel and the beachy..."

Anna Chacon, MD

Il Ristorante Di Giorgio Baldi

Art’s Table

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Credit Cards

Family style

Non-smoking restaurants

"Great food and neighborhood ambiance. I love the outdoor seating and the kale salad is one of my..."

Tracey Hennessey

"My first time, and I was impressed... I’m looking forward to exploring the menu. Art (the bartender) was very..."

Herman L. Matthews

"Good was delicious. Nice place. Very busy for..."

Kathleen Bills Fariss

"Enjoyable evening sharing 'small plates' with friends. Enjoyed the simplicity of it all and the excellent..."

Colin McNeilly

"How nice it was to plan lunch at Art's Table. We were fortunate to gather some of our favorite SMC friends to join us. Marge (Verge) - the Cassells..."

Tricia Newman

"Great food great atmosphere. Loved it..."

Maria L Torres

"What a great addition to our neighborhood !! Bravo ! Great food ! Great Service..."

Evelyne Gaudin

"All time favorite when in Santa Monica. Service is outstanding. Ivy was friendly and efficient. Food is always exceptional. Love the beet salad,..."

Jim O

"A regular lunch spot for me and my friends. Canopied outdoor sidewalk tables plus indoor seating. Good, friendly service, but a bit understaffed...."

Robert Baldwin

"👍🏾 👍🏾 my wife's breakfast burrito was a little over done. My chicken and waffles were..."

Kyle Smith

"Went to this place for Sunday brunch, service is good. They clean the table again as they seat us outside, weather was good with sunshine. Price is..."

Iris Chen

"We came here for dinner. Most of the seating is outside, but we sat inside, which was perfect for us. I ordered the Steak Salad ( $22) which came..."

eriko p

"What a great spot! Service was fast and friendly. This kale salad was amazing. Loved the manchego cheese on it. Great touch. The grilled salmon was..."

Mario Sulaksana

"The food was nice. One dish was Grandma's hash. It was a little bit over spicy. It came with a scrambled egg on top. I feel the dish would of been..."

BK

"One of our favorite spots on popular Montana Avenue! we really enjoy their sliders, brunch selection and yummy cocktails, the outdoor dining is so..."

Cara Mel

"🥂 𝐁𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇 𝐎’𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊⁣ 🍽 What we tried: ⁣⁣ 🍳 Egg White Veggie Frittata⁣ 🦑 Calamari⁣ 🍝 Short..."

Ryan Tonthat (FoodandPooch)

"We had a great experience at Art's Table yesterday afternoon for MLK day brunch. We don't live in the area and were searching for a brunch spot near..."

Rick Lupert

"Plenty of seating inside and outside. Full bar inside. Ordered the steak and eggs and it was the perfect proportion for breakfast. Service was..."

Tony Phan

"This is a great little spot in Santa Monica for a small and intimate experience. The food is delicious and great for sharing several small plates...."

Micah Weesner

The Albright

76/100 (3525 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"This place is delicious, as is evidenced by the long line yesterday when we visited. BUT, the line goes fast, is way worth it, and the service is..."

Carol Armstrong Alvarez

"Their was a chain restaurant just down the pier and we almost went there. Glad we didn’t because the food was delicious and the service was top..."

Kevin Macy

"Great atmosphere, great food and the perfect location. Nice detail: tips are shared among all crew, not just the..."

Monica Oosterhoff

"We had such a great lunch here yesterday! The red sangria was delicious and not overly sweet. I had the crab roll and clam chowder that were both..."

Elizabeth Kemp

"I had the fish and chips. Food was a little pricey but it was good. You order at the front desk and are given a buzzer. You self seat anywhere you..."

Aliza Brown

"First meal in LA and we were hooked! The place is on the pier with plenty of seating outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. The food came out super..."

Relii Cabrales

"We stopped to eat and I'm so glad we came here! Fresh fish and chips, fresh seafood, enormous salad and great atmosphere. I ordered fish and chips...."

Tatiana Grant

"This is our favorite fast food seafood place. Not only is it quick, but they are always friendly upon each visit and serve delicious food. I had the..."

April Clement

"Situated right on the pier, there’s seating inside and outside. Don’t worry about it being too cold on the pier, they have heaters which keep you..."

Natalie Pote

"Our visit to The Albright at Santa Monica Pier left us with nothing but delightful memories. We sampled a few of their signature dishes, and each one..."

Jose Carreiras

"Inside and outside seats were both nice. I had a crab boil. It is set by the market price. The server stated two options at $65 or $90. I chose the..."

J. Kim

"Just delish! The portions were wonderful, and the problem I find with restaurants like is that dishes that don't need to be overly greasy are pools..."

Issa

"Oysters are fresh and delicious! Clam chowder is ok. Unfortunately to say but had better. Lobster roll was 🔥..."

angel s

"A seamless ordering process and swift service. The spacious seating area enhances the dining experience, allowing for a comfortable enjoyment of the..."

Vahid Rezaei

"Had to check out because of the reviews. Service was decent, had to wait a bit for the food (wasn’t even that busy) but the food was ready good,..."

Butterfly 13

"it's my first time visiting this restaurant it's so good the food was great and the place is so nice and the view is great and there are tables..."

flavie josephjack

"I was genuinely surprised how good this place was. Especially for a counter style place with high traffic. The shrimp was plump, huge, and perfectly..."

K H

"The bread for the lobster roll and the clam chowder was so soft and enjoyable. It's right off the pier, so super fabulous location. Order at the..."

Kimber Trammell

"Nice place, nice food. There was an additional 10% fee- as most customers mentioned, but since the tip is not mandatory, I just imagine this as..."

Tianling Wan

Mariasol Cocina Mexicana

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Visa

Accepts American Express

"Went there while I was on my trip to the usa. Liked the place and food but they can do a little better on their service. We left our food on the..."

Arun Tej

"I loved sitting at the end of the Santa Monica pier on the outside deck. The nachos with chicken and beef were excellent and definitely large enough..."

Alice

"This place has excellent service, servers are very attentive. I would recommend their 'World Famous Camacho's Nachos' or the 'Ceviche De Pescado' to..."

Daelyinh Tran

"Awesome View & Great Drinks. This is a great place to watch the sunset. We waited about 20 minutes for a table were we could see the sunset,..."

M. Ray

"Food was awesome. Margarita was watery and expensive. Overall..."

Me

"Love!. My mom and I were in Santa Monica and really wanted to find a good Mexican restaurant. We asked around and only one person mentioned this..."

Emmabeth

"Great Place to Eat and Enjoy. Right at the primo end of Santa Monica Pier, there just couldn't be a better location. I don't know if it was the warm..."

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