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Ye Olde Kings Head- Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

Ye Olde Kings Head- Santa Monica

4.6
4.6
166 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Ye Olde Kings Head in Santa Monica, California has been open for over 40 years. It has developed an amazing reputation as among the most recognizable, finest British pubs in the USA. We have a casual comfortable dining room with Fireplace in the cooler months and an outdoor heated patio where patrons can sit and enjoy the restaurant’s delicious food. There is also a Private Dining room available and Afternoon Tea is served Mon - Sat 11.30am-4pm. (Private room also available for Baby & Bridal Showers)

Ye Olde Kings Head in Santa Monica provides patrons with the look and feel of Britain right in California. It has something that will appeal to everyone and offers a traditional British Breakfast and British favorites such as Fish & Chips, Bangers and Mash and Shepherd’s pie, along with some healthier options, Salads, Curries and Vegetarian dishes. Come taste Britain in the heart of Santa Monica.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Afternoon Tea, British

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Phone number

    (310) 451-1402

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Catering

    We can cater any of our Menu in large Chafing dishes - please call or email for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We have a Private Dining Room available for Meetings, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Afternoon Tea, Special Birthdays - please call or e-mail for further information

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Cross street

    2nd Street

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Holiday Afternoon Tea

    $42.00 per person

    Dec 1 - Dec 30, 2022
    Traditional Holiday Afternoon Tea: A selection of finger sandwiches, sausage roll or Quiche, freshly baked scones served with Devonshire Cream and preserves. Red Velvet cupcake, Mince Pie with cream, Chocolate Dessert, Specialty Tea or Coffee. Christmas Crackers and Festive decorations.

What 166 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Westside

    Great for brunch

  • Westside

    American

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  1. N

    Notaditz

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We went for the afternoon tea ($35/pp x 4 adults = a lot)… it was a proper English tea (we’re English) - the food was fantastic, the server was wonderful (and Scottish)… the Tea is in the room with all monarchy paintings in it, and it was a little tight because there was a party of 8 that wanted to sit together (?), so they had one big table in the middle which screwed up room for everyone else, BUT it was definitely an experience, and enjoyable. Don’t forget to stop at the shop next door for your overpriced hobnobs and other imported stuff - some things you can get at Cost Plus World Market, but others you can’t!
  2. AM

    AnneM

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great authentic British pub! We had a table by the fireplace with pictures of the Queen & Winston Churchill.
  3. BH

    BevHillsDiner

    Los Angeles

    86 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall3food1service1ambience2
    Have been to Ye Olde Kings Head restaurant many times throughout 2 decades. This recent visit was by far the worse. In past visits, I always order the fried fish and chips and clam chowder. This time because the waitress raved and recommended it I ordered the poached cod with champagne vinaigrette. While the presentation was nice, upon tasting the fish dish, it was too salty and the vinaigrette tasted more like plain vinegar Just Horrible and inedible. My waitress disappeared and nobody bothered to check back with Me if the food was satisfactory. I had to flag down a server and signaled him to call my waitress. My waitress was MIA, another mature waitress shows up. I expressed my dissatisfaction and she gives Me an attitude. I insisted on rejecting the fish dish and wanted speaking to the manager. The same pudgy waitress returns with my check which was adjusted, the fish dish was removed from my bill. Lesson learned, I will ONLY order the fried fish and chips here. It’s the most popular item and has high turnover, for freshness. The poached cod in salty vinegar NOT so much. I didn’t like the fact the waitress was argumentative about my rejecting the dish and questioning Me. I’m the diner and I know what I don’t like and it’s NOT that fish dish. Left the restaurant, still famished and unhappy about the overall dining experience.
  4. LQ

    LQresident

    Palm Springs

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Great British food in an authentic British setting. Service can be very slow at times, but it is always friendly. A visit to the British food and souvenir shop is a must!
  5. D

    Donnad

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great Halloween party . no cover charge. Good food. Best salad ive eaten in a long while. Very good service. A change from trendy eateries so far up their own a**e they forgot me the paying punter. Highly recommend
  6. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Love this pub as a Brit it’s our go to. But this time (with reservations) after being seated and 15 minutes went by without being acknowledged I had to flag a busboy and a waitress to get another waitress come over. At least acknowledge customers who you can see have been seated for awhile and obviously closed their menus with no drinks or even water. Also there was a large party of soccer fans seated in the restaurant who were extremely loud and yelling. I will say it was probably the worst atmosphere I’ve ever had there. Our waitress was good through the meal but then we waited awhile for our credit card to be picked up. Sheesh 🤦‍♀️. The shop next door is a must to get a soft serve cone with raspberry sauce for dessert….. ask for a 99er and pick up a bag of British goodies 😋 🍦 🇬🇧
  7. k

    krys

    Orange County

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Hadn’t been there in about 10yrs. It was better than I remember. The dining area was seperate from the loud bar area which made the birthday event so much more enjoyable for everyone! The food was great and the prices fair. But the best of all was our server Rosie, she ricked!!
  8. M

    Martin

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We met relatives from out of town
  9. JC

    JenniferC

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service & fun English atmosphere. Also love the Shoppe next door.
  10. MM

    MikeM

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Seated right away. Beer, sausage rolls, fish and chips, what more could one need in life? Been there many times and it’s always a fun night out.
  11. JG

    JonathanG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We love We Olde Kings Head. For a taste of Britain. The portions are huge and the service is great. We love doing Tea there.
  12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I booked the Traditional Tea Time here for day date and the service was great I don’t know the waitress name but she was so sweet and full of energy will be back to book again ! The tea was great and the bites ! The decor perfectly goes along with the Tea Time .
  13. JC

    JuliaCC

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I love this place! The ambience is unique, legit Brit pub, and the sticky toffee pudding is to die for. Servers are very nice, and they have a tea room and shop which I also highly recommend.
  14. MG

    MikeG

    New England

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place that provides excellent food at a price that is great value for money
  15. PE

    PattyE

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again you did not disappoint! What a respectful, beautiful sendoff for Her Majesty, we celebrated the platinum jubilee with you and we had to come for the final send off. How we will cherish our memories at Ye Ol Kings Head in celebration and memory of Queen Elizabeth II. God Save the Queen, Long Live the King!
  16. KM

    KarenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, food and atmosphere. And what a surprise to write a note in your memorial book to the beloved Queen that is being sent to Buckinghsm Castle!!! Karen Mansky
  17. D

    Dave

    Los Angeles

    112 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had the fish and chips were very good, good service too.
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday lunch with friends…try to come here every year as the food and location are perfect for us!
  19. GT

    Gr8Thyme

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love a good afternoon tea so had to try this place. Great decor, fantastic service and a delicious, filling afternoon tea. Very nice!
  20. RC

    RashidaC

    Atlanta

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    My 10am tea reservation was not on their reservation list and they don't start serving tea until 11:30 am. I didn't feel welcomed and will not be returning.
  21. RK

    RobKing

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Part of our 25th Anniversary trip to Santa Monica
  22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very good atmosphere, service was great. Great selection of beers. The sausage roll app is fantastic. Shepherds Pie was very good. Fish and Chips were good but nothing special and will order something different the next time. There’s plenty to choose from.
  23. G

    Gloworm

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome as always but everything is so pricey with inflation.
  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good fish n chips
  25. MW

    MichelleW

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a cool and fun place. Love it. Love the British ambiance.
  26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great afternoon tea and Fish and Chip- I feel like I was back to the United Kingdom.
  27. m

    myfanwy

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Outdoor dining and afternoon tea was what we were looking for and got it!
  28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Real British food and a real British atmosphere!
  29. e

    eatforfour

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Treated a friend from the Caribbeans who was happy to have great nice and juicy fish and chips We had ours with black tea, sides of spinach, rice and pappadom! Yums!!
  30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been going there for many years and the food and service have been excellent!
  31. NM

    NancyM

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience1
    Please don't order the meat pies very bland, the mash potatoes are dry the vegetables boiled, not good..
  32. LA

    LA9CC

    Los Angeles

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife and I both had the fish and chips, and we got a side of slaw. My wife, who does not frequently eat batterd food, found the fish to be delicious and extremely fresh. The wait staff was very attentive and personable, helping me choose which beer to select from their expansive list.
  33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great service, good food, a little piece of home!!
  34. t

    trish

    Los Angeles

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Awesome high tea. Seemed very authentic.
  35. SE

    SarahE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere. Staff was awesome! 10/10 would recommend.
  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    English was wonderful. Staff was friendly and efficient and even recognized us from a previous time we dined there
  37. RT

    RichardT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good! I love the atmosphere! My partner had an amazing time!!!
  38. HF

    HeidiF

    London

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The afternoon morher’s day tea was just lovely and delicious
  39. AS

    AshleyS

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I understand it was Mother’s Day and they would be busy but even with a reservation it took 15mins just to check in after being ignored. Once seated we were ignored again couldn’t even just get water for my 5 year old son. After waiting 20 minutes my husband went to the bar just to get water and the bartender was so overwhelmed he still couldn’t get served. We witnessed another customer arguing with a server over hair found in his food. So after 30 minutes waiting we decided to leave and had to find somewhere else near by to celebrate our Mother’s Day. The restaurant is in serious need of a manager to help make things run smoother and should have been checking the reservations before people arrived to see if they could even accommodate the requests people had made. I love kings head, Been coming for my whole life but they were under prepared and couldn’t care less. The restaurant still had empty seats outside and has been busier for sporting events….Why they couldn’t handle Mother’s Day is beyond me.
  40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Mother’s Day

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Ye Olde Kings Head- Santa Monica offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 451-1402.

Ye Olde Kings Head- Santa Monica is rated 4.6 stars by 166 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ye Olde Kings Head- Santa Monica

116 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional information

  • Cross street

    2nd Street

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Hours of operation

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

  • Cuisines

    American, Afternoon Tea, British

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (310) 451-1402

  • Catering

    We can cater any of our Menu in large Chafing dishes - please call or email for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We have a Private Dining Room available for Meetings, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Afternoon Tea, Special Birthdays - please call or e-mail for further information

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