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Back on the Beach, Santa Monica, CA

Back on the Beach

4.9 (197)
$30 and under
American
445 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Back on the Beach Café is situated along a wide, sandy white beach that offers jaw-dropping views of the ocean waves, the pier, the mountain range and of course, Catalina Island. There is both indoor and outdoor seating which allows you to enjoy the sea-salt air and sandy toes while you dine.

The café takes reservations for 2-12 guest. Reservations are available one month in advance. To accommodate our reservations in a timely and orderly manner, the café has carefully designed time frames in which to dine. The café designates 25% of the restaurant for reservations, 75% is available for walkup service.

For reservations of 12 or more guest, please contact the restaurant directly. We don't take multiple group reservations. Please note that large group reservations requires a customizable menu. We only seat complete parties.

In consideration of all guest, we kindly remind you that tables are reserved for 1.5 hours.
We take a maximum of two credit cards payment per table.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 197 people are saying

Back on the Beach 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Westside

    Best Overall

  • Westside

    Best Ambiance

  • Westside

    Best Value

  • Westside

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Back on the Beach offers a "perfect beach experience" with its "fresh and healthy" menu, welcoming staff, and stunning ocean views. A favorite spot for locals, it combines "comfort and California fresh" cuisine, making each visit feel like a "mini vacation." Ideal for both casual brunches and special occasions.
197 Reviews
  1. Kahani

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Favorite Spot by the Sea! Back on the Beach is hands down our favorite restaurant — the food, the views, and the vibe never disappoint. Whether we’re grabbing brunch or watching the sunset over dinner, it always feels special. The ocean breeze, the sound of the waves, and the relaxed, beachy energy make it feel like a mini vacation every time. The staff is always kind and welcoming, and the menu has the perfect mix of comfort and California fresh. We’ve shared so many good memories here, and we’ll keep coming back for more!

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  2. Caroline VIP

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    by far the best restaurant in LA best view best staff best eating establishment, quality price point. Love it and going there for 46 years always accommodating Brillion.

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  3. Jose

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Will definitely return had a great time the sand on my feet was amazing experience while you eat enjoying my date it was perfection .

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  4. Sherrie VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the perfect Mother’s Day breakfast spot!

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  5. Mary VIP

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a relaxing and surreal time sitting outside watching the waves and the bikers go by while feeling the sand beneath your feet. The food is fresh albeit diner fare. They have a liquor license; the drinks are remarkably expensive for the venue. That said have an iced tea and watch the world go by.

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  6. Larry VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The PERFECT beach experience with delicious food and THE NICEST staff ever!! Thank you!!

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  7. John VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Egg sandwich was excellent, fruit was fresh, coffee was hot - what more could you want? 😊

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  8. Caroline VIP

    Los Angeles11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always amazing this food best of best environment, favorite restaurant in the whole of LA and possibly the world thank you thank you thank you

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  9. Sofia

    Key West / Florida Keys2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place. We come often, they always facilitate our big group. Food is great. Service is great.

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  10. Dale

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is very fresh and healthy, there were sufficient choices on the menu, and the service was outstanding. Highly recommend!

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Back on the Beach is rated 4.9 stars by 197 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Back on the Beach

445 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Beach House Way
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Monica
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
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