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1. Sandpiper at Oceana

4.6

Exceptional(12)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Explore Sandpiper Restaurant at Hotel Oceana, serving up creatively composed, chef-driven cuisine. Even the most refined palettes will find complete epicurean satisfaction in a selection of locally sourced artisanal offerings, made to enjoy in quintessentially Santa Monica restaurant settings.Oceana’s intimate, exclusive culinary experiences celebrate Southern California’s bounty through sophisticated, imaginative cuisine by pairing locally sourced produce and artisanal purveyors from Santa Monica Farmers Market with an exquisite ambiance. Oceana’s Executive Chef, Alex Fregoso, marries hyper-local flavors with exquisite craftsmanship for a refined farm-to-table experience like no other. The elegant, airy interior and exterior settings meld with the nearby beach for a setting as iconic as the menu.

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2. Élephante Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(1615)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 337 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

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3. Calabra at Santa Monica Proper

4.8

Exceptional(1611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 79 times today

Calabra is an elevated rooftop restaurant and bar serving Mediterranean and California cuisine, prepared in an inspiring setting with the ocean as a backdrop. Whether from the sundeck, circular bar, or indoor lounge, views are best enjoyed with boutique wines, seasonal cocktails, and small-batch spirits. All dishes are thoughtfully crafted with a seed oil-free approach for a dining experience that feels as good as it tastes.

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4. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4329)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 26 times today

Discover one of the best places to eat in Santa Monica! The Penthouse offers guests a dramatic 18th-floor rooftop dining experience, complete with panoramic ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves. Sip signature craft cocktails or indulge in contemporary Mediterranean inspired California cuisine. The Penthouse provides a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience and is among the best places to eat in Santa Monica.

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5. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.7

Exceptional(6059)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 51 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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6. The Courtyard Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 28 times today

The Courtyard Kitchen is located in a historic landmark building on Montana Ave, Santa Monica. We are a full service bar and restaurant with 4 different dining spaces ranging from old world charm to contemporary upscale dining. We pride ourselves in our Neapolitan style pizza, vacation inspired Mediterranean cuisine and favourite American Brunch classics.

7. 1212 Santa Monica

4.4

Awesome(1805)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 30 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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8. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(1520)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 18 times today

Everyone has a favorite dish at North. Every day, our Chefs start from scratch to create handmade pizza and pasta using only the best ingredients to craft inspired dishes from the garden, farm, and sea. North defines the standards for handcrafted Italian. Our menu offers a great selection of antipasti (daily soup, charcuterie, bruschetta), salads full of seasonal ingredients, and a main entrée menu driven by both traditional Italian cuisine and lighter fresh fish dishes. North is a great neighborhood spot for family and friends to meet and share a handcrafted experience. From the food to the service, at North every detail matters. Due to recent current events, we will be only open for to go sales only at this point in time. Thank you for your understanding

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9. Palma at Santa Monica Proper

4.8

Exceptional(292)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 12 times today

Palma is an intimate, inspiring space lined with windows and original art, offering thoughtfully designed areas for all-day dining, coffee, or quiet conversation. Settle into one of the carved-out niches or gather around the monolithic bar featuring a mural by local artist Ben Medansky. Enjoy a meal or snack accompanied by small-batch spirits or expertly crafted cocktails. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared without seed oils, bringing freshness and balance to every bite.

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10. Wally's Santa Monica

4.7

Exceptional(139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 25 times today

Experience Santa Monica’s favorite location for fine food and wine. Wally’s Santa Monica is a hybrid concept that encapsulates the finest food, beverages, and gourmet foods to provide a one-stop shop for everything delicious. From chill afternoon apps and cocktails, to decadent caviar service—whether you’re in a tuxedo, or just coming from the office—our vibe is ideal for any occasion that calls for enjoying great food and drinks. You can explore our peerless selection of rare spirits, extraordinary seasonal menu, over 100 wines available by-the-glass, and shop the gourmet counter for specialty meats, cheeses, and artisanal chocolates.

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Updated on 5/15/2025

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ThierryVIP
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We celebrated our 6th year anniversary with a beautiful sunset view
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Élephante Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.6
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MichelleVIP
Los Angeles •32 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service were outstanding. Open table needs to change the ranking on affordability. No way this a $$. Hamburger with fries $38 Kettle one martini $29
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Calabra at Santa Monica ProperPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Jiles
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I went for my birthday & it was the best! Love the view & food. Definitely recommend!!
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The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.6
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MohibVIP
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent service and food, above most others in the area.
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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PennyVIP
Orange County •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 10, 2024
Beautiful restaurant with delicious food that was presented well. Quiet place with ocean view and excellent service. Definitely recommend this restaurant and hotel.
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Sandpiper at OceanaPrice: Very Expensive• American• Santa Monica
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4.6

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