Manchego

Name: Manchego
Address: 2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90405
Telephone: (310) 450-3900
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1147)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Fancy

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(310) 450-3900
Website
http://manchegosm.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
Ocean Park Blvd
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Daily Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Join us for Happy Hour at Machego, where the vibrant flavors of Spain meet unbeatable deals in a lively, relaxed setting. Enjoy a selection of our signature tapas, from crispy croquetas to aromatic gambas al ajillo, all offered at irresistible prices. Pair your bites with refreshing sangria, ice-cold bottled beer, or a noble tempranillo. It’s the perfect time to unwind after a long day, catch up with friends, or just enjoy a casual evening out. With great food, drinks, and an inviting atmosphere, Manchego makes every hour feel like a fiesta.
Bottomless Brunch
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a vibrant brunch experience featuring traditional Spanish flavors in a cozy atmosphere. And what's brunch without a little celebration? Indulge in our bottomless mimosas, poured fresh and bubbly, or our homemade sangria. Whether you're gathering with friends or enjoying a cozy weekend escape, Manchego offers a warm, inviting space to unwind, relax, and enjoy delicious tapas that bring the heart of Spain right to your table.

Popular dishes

Marinated Olives
Deviled Eggs
Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelet)
Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado
Spinach Croquetas
Mushroom Croquetas
Patatas Bravas, Garlic Aioli
Shishito Peppers, Maldon Salt
Manchego Mac and Cheese, Truffle Oil
Gambas Al Ajillo, Spicy Garlic Shrimp
Grilled Octopus
Jamón Wrapped Dates, Spanish Goat Cheese
Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Mushroom, Vinagre De Jerez
Membrillo Glazed Pork Belly, Marcona Almonds
Catalan Chicken, Chablis Soaked Raisins, Almonds
Albondigas, Lamb Meatballs
Hanger Steak, Horseradish Aioli
Braised Short Ribs, Crispy Polenta

Ensaladas

Romaine Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Anchoa Olives, Young Manchego
Beet and Burrata Salad, Pistachio Dust, Fresh Herbs

Dulce

Churros De La Casa, Spanish Cola Cao
Flan De Yeye

What 1,147 people are saying

Manchego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Great for brunch
Los Angeles
Healthy
Westside
Great for brunch
Westside
Healthy
Westside
Neighborhood gem
Westside
Romantic
Westside
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Manchego in Santa Monica is celebrated for its outstanding Spanish tapas, including standout dishes like goat fig toasts and Catalan chicken. With "gracious service" and a "cozy space," it's ideal for date nights or happy hours. Patrons appreciate the "excellent food," "wonderful ambiance," and "first-class" consistency over the years.

1,147 Reviews

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Marlee VIP
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful. Best experience! Staff and waiters were awesome. I’ll never stop singing the praises of this restaurant.
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Emerald
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Spanish tapas in LA! Love their Brussels sprouts, Mac and cheese and goat fig toasts. Their Catalan chicken is hands down one of my favorite!!
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Deborah VIP
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Perfect spot for our Father's Day dinner! Such gracious service and delectable cuisine!
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Mariah
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great happy hour! We enjoyed it a lot! Small servings, of course but it’s tapas!
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miriam VIP
Qatar8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely quaint restaurant! Pulpo and fig toastini was my favorite.
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Avi VIP
Los Angeles27 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming here since it opened 15 years ago. They continue to be first class.
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Kathryn
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful tapas in Santa Monica, visited many times always delicious!
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Nora
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went on Saturday night, around 8:30. They run out of pulpo and sangria.
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Cathy
Washington, D.C. Area12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the finest tapas restaurants I’ve been to. Perfectly seasoned dishes - not a single average dish among the 7 we tried. Pricey but worth it.
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Abbie
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! Excellent food, great service, cozy space.
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FAQs

Manchego is rated 4.8 stars by 1147 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

2518 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Additional information

Cross street
Ocean Park Blvd
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://manchegosm.com/
Phone number
(310) 450-3900

Manchego

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Daily Happy Hour

Bottomless Brunch

Manchego

Manchego Mac and Cheese Truffle Oil

Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado

Charcuterie & Cheese

Manchego

Cabra Romero

Idiazabal

Jamon Serrano

Chorizo Soria

Lomo Embuchado

Jamón Ibérico

Tapas

Marinated Olives

Deviled Eggs

Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelet)

Goat Cheese and Fig Tostado

Spinach Croquetas

Mushroom Croquetas

Patatas Bravas, Garlic Aioli

Shishito Peppers, Maldon Salt

Manchego Mac and Cheese, Truffle Oil

Gambas Al Ajillo, Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Grilled Octopus

Jamón Wrapped Dates, Spanish Goat Cheese

Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Mushroom, Vinagre De Jerez

Membrillo Glazed Pork Belly, Marcona Almonds

Catalan Chicken, Chablis Soaked Raisins, Almonds

Albondigas, Lamb Meatballs

Hanger Steak, Horseradish Aioli

Braised Short Ribs, Crispy Polenta

Ensaladas

Romaine Salad, Cherry Tomatoes, Anchoa Olives, Young Manchego

Beet and Burrata Salad, Pistachio Dust, Fresh Herbs

Dulce

Churros De La Casa, Spanish Cola Cao

Flan De Yeye

Overall ratings and reviews

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