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Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica

3.9
3.9
1634 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Cross street

    Colorado Ave.

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking is $12.00 with validation adjacent to Del Frisco's Grille on Ocean Ave. A parking garage is also nearby.

  • Public transit

    Multiple Bus Stops in front of Del Frisco's

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,634 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Westside

    Steakhouse

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  1. HeatherJ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Lovely dinner, great food, great service- they were quite slow but very sweet.
  2. EdRo

    Mexico City

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Terrible care of the food, meat came to the table COLD, the waiter get lost from the table the last hour and the restaurant charge 18% tip yes or yes.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Cool view, food was meh and service wasn’t good at all. Mediocre
  4. DavidS

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    A terrible dining experience. Our food took 45 minutes to serve, and when it finally arrived, our steaks were cold. Rather than taking ownership of our experience, our waiter blamed (1) a chef who quit unexpectedly and (2) runners who failed to bring our food out when it was ready. He also failed to bring my béarnaise sauce, then claimed that they were out of it when asked.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Our food was cold, and all our food took forever and most did not come together. We were aways chasing down our server and the food was not that good.
  6. WillB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Outstanding. Only issue was that the receipt said that gratuity was NOT included, but it was included at 18%. On an over $400 ticket for 2, this was not an insignificant oversight.
  7. Icey1

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience3
    The waitress was awesome, however the food took a very long time to come out. I witnessed one of the staff exit the bathroom stall and not wash his hands. My wife had salmon which had no flavor overall a below average experience.
  8. jazzyjoyce

    New York Area

    47 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    This was my daughter's first Mother's Day with a 3 month old. The valet was full forcing us to find parking. This resulted in us arriving 5 minutes past our 15 grace period. Fortunately for us we had a 2nd reservation because when we arrived the hostess refused to seat us because we were late. I guess she would rather we leave then spend out money there for brunch. We started with a shrimp cocktail. The shrimp was cooked to perfection but it was not cold. 2 of us ordered the crab cakes Benedict, the poached eggs were overcooked & dry and the food was not even warm. We ordered a burger in a lettuce wrap which disappointing arrived with a few small pieces of lettuce. I have eaten at other Del Frisco's and have always been pleased with the meal and the service. Unfortunately this location needs to be retrained in the kitchen and the front staff could use a lesson in customer service.
  9. KelliS

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    WE HAVE BEEN TO THIS LOCATION BEFORE; WHICH IS WHY WE THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A GOOD CHOICE FOR A MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH. WRONG!! THE SERVICE WAS SUBPAR. WE HAD A RESERVATION AND STIL WAITED NEARLY 45 MINUTES. DRINKS WERE BASIC (MIMOSAS). FOOD TOOK FOREVER TO ARRIVE. WE ASKED FOR BREAD AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY WERE NOT SERVING BREAD DUE TO THE "VOLUME." SERIOUSLY!!! SMH... ONCE FOOD ARRIVED IT WAS COLD.
  10. Michelle

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Location was really nice, right across from the entrance to the Santa Monica Pier. Restaurant was really well put together. We had reservations for Mothers day brunch. Got right in. Menu was sort of weird. There were a couple breakfast items for the brunch, otherwise it was pretty much lunch/dinner options. Definitely should have had more brunch type options. Also it took about 45 minutes to even get drinks. I felt bad for our server who was new but the wait was really out of control for drinks and the place wasn't busy. Finally get drinks and one was missing. Wait another 10ish minutes for the last drink. Food took a while which would have been fine if we had had drinks to distract us. Food was okay. Not amazing but not gross. I would definitely not come back except maybe for a drink and appetizer at the bar. (also- They didn't validate for parking which was $20 on Sunday for a few hours. That doesn't have anything to do with them but would have been nice. )
  11. Glenz

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Service and food. Our server was very attentive to my party needs. It was wonderful time to spend with family and enjoy great food without the fuss. I definitely recommend this place with a reservation.
  12. DraysMom

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Waited a good 10 minutes to even be acknowledged when we arrived. Server was nice but hardly checked on us until the end. Food took over an hour to arrive after the appetizers and some of the sides had become cold clearly because they were made way before the steaks. My filet was requested as medium but cooked well done and my side of sautéed wild mushrooms were salty and cold. So much time had passed, I couldn’t even send it back as it would probably take another hour to get anything back. Automatic 18% added regardless of party size. I would never go back.
  13. CCCC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    I made a reservation on behalf of my colleagues for a party of 8 for a business lunch. The feedback I received was the music was too loud for our table to have a group discussion, and the restaurant refused to adjust. The waitress appeared sick with a runny nose and rushed folks to order. They forgot one person's lunch order, so the table had to wait while the food got cold. The service overall was very slow and took over 2 hours after ordering. My colleagues requested we never make a reservation at Del Frisco's again. Disappointing given its proximity to our office.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Great food, really good service…I enjoyed myself. Will definitely be back!
  15. Tony

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had a very nice evening. Great location and staff, not rushed, and excellent food.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and environment, and right across the street from the Santa Monica pier. I ordered the NY Strip and my Girlfriend got the Filet Mignon . Both were incredible.!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. The service was impeccable.
  18. Wine2Sea

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The fish and chips was amazing! Ambiance was great and staff was very pleasant
  19. q1225

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Love Alexis...great server The rib-eye is excellent.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    This was our least favorite restaurant of the entire vacation. The meat was overcooked and the other entrees were just mediocre. The service was slow but our waiter was very nice. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.
  21. WineSnob

    Los Angeles

    33 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    The food was ok, nothing memorable. What was more disappointing was lack of service. Our waiter never refilled the wine, was spread thin among many tables. we had to ask for utensils. Definitely not a good value for the $$$$
  22. Chuck

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Server Annie was terrific. Was freezing cold even though we were inside. Won’t come back until it’s warm outside.
  23. Jimmy

    New York Area

    64 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Sorry. They tried to serve me raw cold meat twice and call it medium rare. It was ice cold on the inside and purple. Not even worth writing about, just don’t go here.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The service was inadequate and the food was sub-par. Only after multiple complaints, did the manager come over and offer an apology. While a portion of the bill was taken off, it didn’t make up for the experience.
  25. Pessimist1

    New England

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had dinner here to celebrate our 27th anniversary and we had a great dinner. Our server was attentive and friendly. The restaurant was clean and welcoming. The food was also excellent especially the Spicy rib app. Great place to grab a drink and food.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good! Never a dull steak and the egg rolls are yummy
  27. Eric

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food is always super solid. The steak is terrific and tasty every time. I stick with the ribeye and the truffle Mac and cheese! Service is always a little dicey but they try. The table I had last time was sticky and kinda gross for what I expect at Del Friscos but the food is so solid I will keep going!
  28. JanaK

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lisa the manager was very helpful with the wine selection and our server was excellent. We will definitely dine there again. Awesome food and service.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Amsterdam

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday meal for my partner, food was lovely and service was excellent. Would recommend
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    It’s not the Del Frisco’s that we have in Florida. Food was decent but not over the top
  31. LynetteT

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    I was disappointed to find so much filler in my crab cake and my VIP was watered down.
  32. MarkGregg

    Los Angeles

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great steaks and sides reasonably priced. Attentive manager and staff.
  33. PatriceE

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Menu very lacking. Food bland ok at best. Hostess rude and not very accommodating. Cold and not clean environment. Table was sticky and seats were dirty. Bathroom was horrendous. Manager was great. Really liked him and waiter was good as well. But sorry won’t be back.
  34. DottieP

    New York Area

    63 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Waiter was completely unprepared to be doing his job; poor command of the English language, the menu, how to set a table for steak (think no steak knives) and zero knowledge of the bar options. Must do better.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Made a reservation for Valentine’s Day. Was told we had to wait an hour for our table. Hostess was not apologetic at all and instead was quite rude.
  36. LeeLee

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating our 1st date
  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Valentines Day! A group of animal rights protesters came in and almost completely ruined the night. Staff did what they could to remove them but they couldn’t do much.
  38. OliverB

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food was incredible - I would recommend the New York Strip Steak personally. Great view of the Ferris Wheel @ the Pier too.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Despite putting down for indoors and not outdoors they sat us outside. Had to stand back inline to get the hostess to change it inside. Service was slow at first, but still moving…than came the last part of the meal and it was really really slow. If they had good service our dinner would probably of been half the time, but felt like a lot of waiting. In the middle of dinner a bunch of protestors came in to the restaurant and started yelling on a bull horn, carrying signs about don’t eat meat and another one with a TV showing animals in cages. I understand somethings happen, but you could tell that the management did not have it under control. Nothing like Valentines and a bunch of protestors walking around a restaurant while you are eating. They were probably there for a good 15-20 minutes. Than one was yelling assault. Afterwards didn’t see any manager go around apologizing or anything. Not even the waiter said anything. Just seemed like the norm. Than a portion of the restaurant cleared and more people came funneling in.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentines Day dinner for two at a great ocean side spot. Great food and great wine equals great night…

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica using the Order Online button. Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 395-7333.

Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica is rated 3.9 stars by 1634 OpenTable diners.

Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Del Frisco's Grille - Santa Monica

1551 Ocean Ave, Suite 105, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Colorado Ave.

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking is $12.00 with validation adjacent to Del Frisco's Grille on Ocean Ave. A parking garage is also nearby.

  • Public transit

    Multiple Bus Stops in front of Del Frisco's

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Daniel Tiger

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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