Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Santa Monica

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1. Kappo Miyabi Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(66)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

Kappo (かっぽう / 割烹) means cooking food with knives and fire. In simple Japanese terms, means cutting, chopping and cooking food with knife, and so on. And means boiling, cooking food with fire. So the combination of these two Japanese characters are a different expression of cooking with a knife and fire. Kappo is a dish that is improvised by the customer's order and can be enjoyed at the counter or at the table just in front of the kitchen without much formality. From now on, Kappo will be held in Miyabi restaurant, Santa Monica. Miyabi (雅) is one of the traditional Japanese aesthetic ideals, meaning "elegance," "graceful" and "courtliness". There are a lot of complexities of Japanese cuisine, including not only food, but also visitors, music, and order of food. So, there is a burden because of the needlessly cumbersome, expensive, and unnecessary formalities, and we focus on foods that are only used to show off the cooking skills of the chefs and customers.

2. Lunetta

4.7

Exceptional(2174)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 36 times today

Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.

3. Fia Steak

4.8

Exceptional(363)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 7 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef Chris Alvarez-Jett offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

4. Paloma Venice

4.3

Awesome(371)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

Booked 16 times today

Paloma is a Mediterranean inspired oasis at the iconic corner of Abbot Kinney and Venice Blvds. With three distinct dining areas - indoors with velveteen banquettes and comfortable bar seating; a bougainvillea framed patio with a retractable roof; and an al fresco deck shaded with large, breezy umbrellas and lush greenery, complete with a fire pit tucked away in a corner alcove, guests will feel transported and enjoy a market-fresh menu with something for everyone.

5. Socalo

4.7

Exceptional(865)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 17 times today

SOCALO is a beachy, California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within the Gateway Hotel, SOCALO offers seasonal and organic SoCal Mexican fare with cocktails, Mexican wines and craft beers. SOCALO has been named Eater's Superb Santa Monica Restaurants and Hottest Happy Hours, LA Times' 101 Best Restaurants, Best Tacos and Best Mexican Restaurants in LA by Time Out and Thrillist.Open for indoor and outdoor dining, and counter service dining prior to 4pm (no reservations necessary nor taken). Takeout and delivery with plenty of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.For groups of 7 or more, please call 310.451.1655 to discuss accommodations, or visit socalo.com. We offer semi-private spaces, private banquet rooms, long communal tables, and two spacious outdoor patios.Mary Sue & Susan are the founders of Mundo Hospitality Group, including Border Grill, Pacha Mamas, BBQ Mexicana, SOCALO & Alice B.

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6. Barbianca Local Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(95)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Marina del Rey

Mix a spoonful of northern Italian fare with a dash of California sensibilities and you get Barbianca Local Kitchen – an eatery located inside Hotel MdR. Live the So Cal lifestyle firsthand with our open floor plan that features indoor and outdoor dining resulting in an ever-changing restaurant experience. Of course, the real reason to visit Barbianca is the food, which is quite simply, “delizioso!”Barbianca also has live music on select nights and a painting class led by a local artist. Please inquire for details

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7. Spruzzo - Pacific Palisades

4.7

Exceptional(112)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Palisades

Booked 7 times today

Spruzzo is a new, family-friendly, Italian-American dining experience in the Palisades. Our menu features pizza, pasta, salad, chicken, steak, and fresh seafood entrées - all prepared with the love that comes from a family owned small business. Meant to be a neighborhood spot, a typical night at Spruzzo usually involves seeing friends on the way to your table. Just up the street from Sunset Beach at the corner of Sunset Blvd. and Palisades Dr., there is ample parking, a full bar, and comfortable booths both inside the restaurant and on our outdoor patio.

8. Craig's

4.7

Exceptional(1006)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • West Hollywood

Booked 71 times today

Reservations accepted two weeks in advance.Serving American fare from upscale comfort food to vegan specialities in the heart of the West Hollywood Design district. Craig's offers covered and heating patio seating, indoor and bar seating. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins accepted and our bar features our full dinner menu.

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9. Uchi West Hollywood

4.7

Exceptional(139)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • West Hollywood

Booked 20 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchi, "house" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award‑winning Chef Tyson Cole. Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

10. Mr. T

4.6

Exceptional(304)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Hollywood

Booked 4 times today

Mr.T is a contemporary French cuisine inspired by upscale street food dishes featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by our head Chef Alisa Vannah. Indulge in unique flavors using local ingredients to create an authentic dining experience. Mr.T carries a variety of handcrafted cocktails and a uniquely selected wine list offering a tasteful array of wines from some of the greatest producers in the world. We look forward to serving you!Reservations are required for restaurant and bar seatingWe have a 15 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 15 minutes after your reservation time.We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. While we aim to accommodate all requests, all reservations are sat on a first come first serve basis.

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Geo
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Ate mostly vegetarian (not necessarily by design) plus an Really Fantastic whole fish dish. Nice design upscale but casual and free parking:)
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SocaloPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Leslie
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
chef Raphael Lunetta is a master. He offers a fantastic menu that is both relatable yet hip and cool and maintains an environment that you never get tired of going to. His food is spot on with options to please the most picky diners if you’re lucky enough to have Jeffrey as your waiter, you are marvel in his ability to cover an entire room with skill and grace, and a terrific sense of humor. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.
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LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Susan
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Celebrated a delicious birthday in the private tatami room. Salmon skin salad, unagi sashimi, and lovely miso black cod. Service was attentive and we were able to regulate the music. We'll definitely be back.
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Kappo Miyabi Santa MonicaPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Santa Monica
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4.5
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AprilVIP
Los Angeles •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
This place was absolutely amazing! Everything from the service, the food, the ambiance. I got a5 wagu and it is the best filet I’ve had in my life. The hamachi crudo and the ahi tuna cigar were so beautifully displayed and tasted just as good. 10/10 and would definitely be back!
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Alexis
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 26, 2024
We had an amazing time! A special thank you to Jonathan for our experience!!
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Paloma VenicePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Venice
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4.3

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Kappo Miyabi Santa Monica

2. Lunetta

3. Fia Steak

4. Paloma Venice

5. Socalo

6. Barbianca Local Kitchen

7. Spruzzo - Pacific Palisades

8. Craig's

9. Uchi West Hollywood

10. Mr. T

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