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The Independence
Diners’ top pick
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$$$$
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American
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4.8
(367)
The Independence is an American neighborhood restaurant and bar located in downtown Santa Monica. Start your dining experience with a cocktail from the 'Godfather of Cocktails' Vincenzo Marianella (Jonathan Gold's favorite bartender), then dive into our delicious farmers market inspired menu by Executive Chef Damoriae Graham. Eat, Drink & Be Merry!
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Upper West
$$$$
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American
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4.9
(2469)
**Contact us today to schedule your next event! We can accommodate parties of 10 to 150 guests**
Upper West's ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors unique to them. The bar offers Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday from 4:30-7:00pm serving refreshing craft cocktails, handcrafted beer. The dinner menu is always evolving and includes ingredients sourced locally from the Santa Monica Farmers Market as well as local farmers such as Weiser Farms and Niman Ranch. Upper West is the perfect place to book large events for 20 or more guests and is an excellent private party venue for hosting corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday festivities, rehearsal dinners, and more.
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Tar & Roses
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American
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4.8
(3636)
Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience.
Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible.
When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!
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Locanda Portofino
Top-rated food
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$$$$
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Italian
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4.8
(883)
Since 1995, passion and devotion keeps Locanda Portofino one of the most authentic Italian restaurants on the westside. Where freshness and quality collaborate to create traditional such as egg tagliatelle bolognese, flavorful Neapolitan meat ragu, exotic spaghetti with sea urchin
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Caffe Delfini
$$$$
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Italian
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4.8
(415)
Childhood friends Alessandro Ercoli, Gianpietro Silardi, and Lino Savoia opened this typical Italian restaurant back in 1990. Continuing the adventure now with Alessandro are Riccardo Menichetti from Tuscany, a long-time friend with a strong passion for food and cooking, and Teri Ercoli (Alex's wife). Caffe’ Delfini has become synonymous with romance. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that transports you to the cobblestone streets of Rome, and soft music fills the air, adding to the intimate ambiance that permeates the restaurant. The menu is a culinary journey through Italy with dishes that are prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. Caffe’ Delfini isn't just a place to eat, but a destination for lovers to come and create lasting memories. In fact, it’s not just the food that makes this restaurant so romantic. The attentive and friendly staff go above and beyond to ensure that every guest feels special and cared for.
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Fia Steak
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Steakhouse
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4.7
(193)
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. The Michelin-recognized Chef Brendan Collins 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. Fia visionary & owner Michael Greco has found his perfect culinary partner, Chef Brendan Collins to pair his signature style of romance a& atmosphere to Santa Monica.
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Catch at Hotel Casa del Mar
Top-rated hospitality
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$$$$
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American
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4.6
(1239)
"With a beautiful coastal setting and impeccable attention to service, Catch at Hotel Casa del Mar serves the freshest local fare from land and sea. Panoramic ocean views, sophisticated beach inspired decor, and a beverage program that will give you a brand new perspective on dining out. Chef Gemma Gray is the Executive Chef of Hotel Casa del Mar. Born and raised in Spain, Chef Gray is a well-established leader in the L.A. dining scene thanks to a commanding culinary style blending timeless traditions with California ingredients."
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Capo
$$$$
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Italian
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4.8
(1163)
Capo, a modern Italian style cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles and a brightly burning corner fireplace. Capo has an extensive wine list as well as a full bar.
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Chinois on Main
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Chinese
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4.8
(2184)
Wolfgang Puck's second restaurant opened in 1983. A unique blend of Chinese and French fusion explodes with flavors unheard of before. Imitated but yet never captured to this day this fusion of flavors keeps you craving and coming back for more. The food is served family style, creating a fun sharing experience that brings people together. The trend setting open kitchen where you can sit and eat while you watch the dance of the chefs working in unison. ***If you are interested in reserving our dining counter please make a request while making a reservation since seating is very limited***
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Palma
Great vibe
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$$$$
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Californian
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4.7
(196)
An intimate, inspiring space lined with windows and original art, with thoughtfully designed spaces for a shared meal or canoodling. Settle into one of the carved-out niches, or around the monolithic bar with a mural by local artist Ben Medansky, to enjoy a meal or snack accompanied by small-batch spirit or expertly crafted cocktail.
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Terrazza
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American
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4.5
(835)
PLEASE NOTE:
Thank you for choosing Terrazza! We will be happy to welcome you back to our indoor restaurant located inside the lively Hotel Casa Del Mar lobby on the third floor. We offer American Mediterranean inspired cuisine with ocean views and live music every evening! We look forward to having you as our guest.
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Calabra
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Mediterranean
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4.6
(1258)
Seating arrangements for all reservations at Calabra may include outdoor poolside dining, bar area, as well as our indoor/ outdoor covered lounge space. Be sure to dress warmly.
**DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE FOR DINING ONLY. Drinks would be accommodated upon first come first serve at the bar area. Private Couch Alcoves are available with a rental and minimum spend*******
Serving Mediterranean and Californian cuisine with a view. Located atop the Santa Monica Proper, our on an elevated rooftop and mid-level garden terrace provide an inspiring atmosphere with Santa Monica and the ocean as a backdrop. Whether from the pool sundeck, circular bar, views are best enjoyed with dinner, boutique wines, seasonal cocktails and small-batch spirits.
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La Vecchia Cucina
Great budget-friendly spot
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$$$$
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Italian
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4.8
(1921)
La Vecchia Cucina has been Santa Monica, California's finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990, located by the blue Pacific on historic Main Street. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Vecchia Cucina offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, a luxurious selection of desserts, a full bar, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Vito Restaurant
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Italian
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4.8
(1281)
Vito Restaurant is celebrating over 41 years of delighting its customers with the best in fine Italian cuisine. As a family-owned-and-operated restaurant located in Santa Monica, California we are dedicated to providing exquisite food and impeccable service to create the perfect dining experience. Step through the front doors and begin your journey to the heart of Italy.
Vito is proud to offer customers our new outdoor dining experience that follows all local and national guidelines for safety and cleanliness. We've taken every measure to make your experience enjoyable, safe, and of course, as delicious as always. Come experience it for yourself, nightly starting at 5pm.
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Manchego
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Tapas / Small Plates
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4.7
(982)
Manchego also offers walk-ins!
Manchego is a Spanish Tapas restaurant in Santa Monica that focuses on delicious small plates and a cozy atmosphere. We recently relocated a few doors down, to a larger space with a romantic patio in the back.
Manchego has always been one of the best kept secrets in Santa Monica, and now locals can enjoy our bigger, more accommodating space that offers outside dining on our beautiful patio. Always a great spot for romantic dates or meeting up with friends and family.
We also added a specially curated Spanish wine list that offers mainly small-production, unique wines. Our Spanish wine distributor spends his time traveling the Spanish countryside, sourcing hard to find wines from small, mom-and-pop wineries. The wine list also includes a few South American selections and a great local, organic wine.
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  • OpenTable Diner
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Outstanding service. They make my favorite seafood soup on the Westside.
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    Tar & Roses$$$$• American• Santa Monica
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    4.8
  • NedW
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We loved Orto! Cannot wait to tell our friends about the penne vodka!
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    Orto Santa Monica$$$$• Italian• Santa Monica
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    4.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 8, 2023
    The $25 lunch DineLA is a steal. The portion is adequate with 10 pcs of sushi. It looks little I thought, but I was full after finishing Parking is on the street meter. I found okay parking because I showed up for Monday lunch Prices of Omakase is fairly expensive if wasn't for DineLA. I wouldn't show up for no DineLA
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    Kappo Miyabi Santa Monica$$$$• Japanese• Santa Monica
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    4.6
  • KathleenBvip
    Los Angeles •31 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    Francisco was an outstanding chef! We’ve probably eaten at Benihana 50 times or more and he was the best chef we’ve had. On the negative side - it’s always a drag to show up to a reservation on time and have to wait 30 minutes + to be seated … the host desk could do better to seat reservations in a timely fashion.
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    Benihana - Santa Monica, CA$$$$• Japanese• Santa Monica
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    4.1
  • MonicaW
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2023
    Excellent food Huge portions (the breakfasts were big)
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    Massilia$$$$• French• Santa Monica
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    4.4

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Discover Santa Monica

It is hard to pass up a stroll at any time of the day or night in Santa Monica, California. With the beautiful view of the ocean and the range of dining options to choose from, you're sure to have an unforgettable day. Third Street Promenade is a top choice for visitors. Those who wander through Santa Monica regularly will know that one of the most common cuisine options is Mexican. However, the neighborhood is also home to comfort food and Asian restaurants, and it does not stop there. From bar food to vegan-friendly, Santa Monica has it all and will keep you coming back for more. The one thing you might regret after eating in Santa Monica? Not saving your leftovers.

Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in Santa Monica include Lunetta, Water Grill - Santa Monica and True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica

Restaurants with gluten-free options in Santa Monica are True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica, Calabra and Orto Santa Monica

Bottomless brunch in Santa Monica is available at Lunetta, The Penthouse Restaurant and Water Grill - Santa Monica

The most romantic restaurant in Santa Monica is Orto Santa Monica

Restaurants in Santa Monica with a great view include The Penthouse Restaurant, Water Grill - Santa Monica and Calabra

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