The Best 25 Restaurants Near Santa Monica Pier

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Ivy at the Shore

4.6

Exceptional(3247)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 31 times today

To our Ivy family,Starting March 21st Ivy at the Shore will be open Tuesday - Sunday until the end of summer. See you soon!

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2. RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

4.2

Awesome(751)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 13 times today

What better location to enjoy award-winning cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails, than sitting directly across from the legendary Santa Monica pier? This vibrant city-meets-the-ocean destination is a local favorite. With a beautifully appointed interior and an intimate back patio, RED O Cantina is an oasis of elegance, comfort and beauty. Our culinary team and waitstaff work hand-in-hand to deliver an unforgettable dining experience to each and every one of our guests.

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3. Seaside on the Pier

3.6

Very Good(31)

Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Monica

Step off the pier into the open air first level for fresh cocktails and a delicious bite form our full menu. Or make a quick stop for soft-server ice cream drizzled an array of dazzling flavors.

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4. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(5415)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 73 times today

Located on Ocean Avenue overlooking the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill is a true seafood destination. Family owned and operated, Water Grill focuses on first-of-the-season seafood and has delivered a superior dining experience for more than 30 years. Their devotion to quality seafood sourced in-house, is illustrated on their daily menus. Sourcing from local fishermen, Water Grill’s seafood arrives from boat to table in a matter of hours. Water Grill Executive Chefs prepare the dishes with care, allowing the fresh seafood to shine, while using high-quality ingredients to elevate the recipe. From Spiny Lobsters in the fall to Wild Salmon in the spring, Water Grill’s focus is all about local, sustainable seafood and a one-of-a-kind experience. A safe and comfortable experience, Water Grill follows all the CDC guidelines to ensure you have an amazing experience each and every time.

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5. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.3

Awesome(528)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 66 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

6. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3050)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 45 times today

Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway in Santa Monica, Meat On Ocean a.k.a. MOO is a meat-centric restaurant with breathtaking views of the Pacific. This is not your traditional world-class steakhouse though. The dry-aged meats on this menu are much more adventurous, and the Charcuterie Bar is one-of-a-kind. Overlooking the blue SoCal sky, MOO is the perfect setting for a date night or a catch-up session with friends.

7. Terrazza

4.5

Awesome(886)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 12 times today

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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8. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1296)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 22 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

9. Capo

4.7

Exceptional(1189)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 17 times today

Capo, with its modern Italian cuisine, offers a rustic yet elegant dining room with high-beamed ceilings, flickering candles, museum quality art collection, and a large Tuscan-style fireplace where the chefs prepare much of our menu. Capo has an extensive wine list, earning Wine Spectator's top award, and a classic cocktail bar where our guests can enjoy our full menu alongside the warmth of the fireplace.

10. 1 Pico

4.7

Exceptional(2422)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 16 times today

Shutters on the Beach presents 1 Pico. A fine dining experience that will elevate your date night, celebration, or your California getaway. With an extensive wine selection, delectable seafood dishes, wonderfully prepared steaks, and more, we are sure all distinctive pallets will be satisfied. 1 Pico features a beautiful outdoor courtyard or oceanfront views in our indoor dining room.Do not forget to check our special menus for weekend brunch. Reservations are highly recommended. Table locations are not guaranteed but requests can be made at time of booking. Large parties of 7+ patrons must contact the hostess directly to make a reservation.

Restaurants near Santa Monica Pier

Price

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Ivy at the Shore

2. RED O Cantina - Santa Monica

3. Seaside on the Pier

4. Water Grill - Santa Monica

5. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

6. Meat On Ocean

7. Terrazza

8. North Italia - Santa Monica

9. Capo

10. 1 Pico

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