Best French American Restaurants in Santa Monica

The Culver Hotel has changed and improved their afternoon tea menu. There were pleasant little surprises in the food that I wasn't expecting---a little herbal note here, a little floral accent there (don't want to spoil the surprises), and voila! the food was tasty with interesting little twists. The tea selection was decent (about half a dozen or so) and the quantity was definitely sufficient for a full meal. The ambience was relaxing, not too busy when we were there, so not too noisy. Service is definitely acceptable, not quite white glove, but perfectly passable. And, given its location on the Westside, the price point is reasonable. A nice little hideaway amidst the bustling downtown Culver city. I will be back.

Some of the dishes were phenomenal, like the Brussel sprouts side dish, sauce for the salmon, the focaccia bread with butter/honey, and berries with Chantilly cream. Ambience was cozy, felt like being in a different country. Fun.

Very pleasant location surrounded by flowers. Good choice of food.

We are huge fans of the Fairmont hotels. Their consistency across locations is remarkable. Their staff is highly trained. As for Lumiere in particular, the restaurant is phenomenal. We have been there many times and every time without fail we have an amazing time and amazing food. Juan, our server today was phenomenal.

This was FANTASTIC! We went for the special Hanukkah prix fixe dinner featuring Olio Nuovo olive oil. So delicious. Standouts were latkes and brisket with brussels sprouts. Out of this world unusual pistachio dessert. Very elevated meal.  Nice surprise twist on what I thought would be more of a traditional dinner.  Would return for a meal like this 10 times out of 10.  I hope they continue with other Sunday night dinners.