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1. Élephante Santa Monica
4.5
Awesome(1328)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 221 times today
Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.
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2. Water Grill - Santa Monica
4.7
Exceptional(5973)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Santa Monica
Booked 72 times today
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.
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3. Tar & Roses
4.9
Exceptional(4208)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Monica
Booked 29 times today
Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible. When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!
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4. Meat On Ocean
4.7
Exceptional(3402)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Santa Monica
Booked 42 times today
Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.
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5. 1212 Santa Monica
4.6
Exceptional(1773)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 28 times today
1212 Santa Monica is a unique New American Cuisine restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica on the Third Street Promenade. Our menu highlights the palette and diversity of the SoCal landscape. Complimenting the food, our beverage program includes select wines and creative cocktails to enhance your dining experience.Join us for All Night Happy Hour starting daily at 5pm & Bottomless Brunch every Friday, Saturday and Sunday with bottomless mimosas for only $28. On specific Saturdays & Sunday brunches we charge a $10 Entertainment Fee for those enjoying drag shows in our Main Dining Area.Enjoy the beautiful beach weather on the patio, or indoors in our massive dining room. Plan a private event or meeting on our Balcony, Private Dining Room or Patio.
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6. Orto Santa Monica
4.8
Exceptional(1089)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Monica
Booked 7 times today
Growing up in Italy, my family cooked at home and had the most extraordinary experiences with ingredients grown in our backyard, paired with the wines my chef/restaurateur stepfather would bring back from regions throughout Italy. I fell in love with food as a child watching my stepfather, once nominated a top chef in Italy, work in restaurant kitchens and floors. Moving to California in 1991 and subsequently to Santa Monica and experiencing the Farmers Market inspired me to start Orto - Italian for “vegetable garden” - where I meld local ingredients and organic herbs grown here at the restaurant to create traditional Italian recipes. At our bar you’ll find a cocktail list created from fresh herbs and premium spirits, and our wine list focuses on sustainable and organic producers. Andrea InioHappy Hour Monday-Thursday 5-7pmValidated parking is available for $7 for 3 hours at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (enter on 5th street, behind the Citibank)
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7. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge
4.3
Awesome(833)
Price: Expensive
• French • Santa Monica
Booked 21 times today
Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300
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8. Massilia
4.6
Exceptional(812)
Price: Expensive
• French • Santa Monica
Booked 16 times today
Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm
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9. Benihana - Santa Monica, CA
4.1
Excellent(4072)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Santa Monica
Booked 68 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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10. Xuntos
4.7
Exceptional(140)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica
Booked 13 times today
XUNTOS, "together" in Gallego, is a Tapas Bar from Chef Sandra Cordero in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica, serving small plates of things we want you to try: from the farmer's market around the corner to traditional dishes of Galicia, Asturias, Catalunya & the Basque Country, as they're eaten in Spain.The wines follow the food: natural, fun & unrefined–joined at the bar with Spanish twists on classic cocktails, plus vermouths, sherries & cold cervezas.Walk in to the bar for Xuntanza from 5-7pm, Tuesday-Saturday!Please email us for large parties & private dining: hola@barxuntos.comValidated parking is available across the street at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (Enter on 5th St.): $7 for 3 hours.

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  • Justin
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Élephante is a staple in Santa Monica! They are consistently good, always delivering delicious food, good drinks and a good vibe.
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    Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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    4.5
  • Clairevip
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience celebrating our anniversary together at Meat on Ocean. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and both the hostess and our server was so sweet to wish us a happy anniversary. The food was amazing, the service excellent and we had a WONDERFUL time! We cannot wait to go back!
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    Meat On OceanPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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    4.7
  • Gustavo
    Los Angeles •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    North Italia is our go to spot for Italian in Santa Monica. We love the high ceilings, open kitchen, great service and quality food. We’ve been here for years and never been disappointed.
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    North Italia - Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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    4.5
  • Olga
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Nice cozy place for a family dinner type situation or a date night. Great food and ambience. Amazing service. Good selection of wines.
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    Tar & RosesPrice: Expensive• American• Santa Monica
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    4.9
  • Lynvip
    Los Angeles •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    Water Grill Santa Monica is the go-to for my friend Nancy and I. We had lots of delicious fresh oysters, piping hot french fries and a wonderful server named James....James was helpful, friendly and really cared that we had a perfect experience, and we did.... We will definitely be back! The gorgeous sunny day, comfy booth for two, and inspiring view of the Pacific was the icing on the cake....Thank you Water Grill!
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    Water Grill - Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Santa Monica
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    4.7

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