The Galley

Name: The Galley
Address: 2442 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90405
Telephone: (310) 452-1934
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

772 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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The Galley is where the locals in Santa Monica have been going since 1934. It's one of the few restaurants where celebrities go and are treated like everyone else. Tourists love the patio and everyone enjoys the cozy booths inside where the Christmas lights are on year round and everyone looks 10 years younger. Whether you like steaks, fresh fish, chicken,shrimp, lobster or pasta, you will not walk away hungry. Even our hamburgers and homemade chili are second to none. The best part about The Galley is the service. Our servers realize we are in the “be back” business and we try our hardest to make sure our guests come back. We are open seven nights a week pouring stiff drinks. How many restaurants have been around for 86 plus years. Come by and you will see why this restaurant is truly a landmark!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 452-1934
Website
http://www.thegalleyrestaurant.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Whatever special touches your evening requires, THE GALLEY is the ideal choice for everything from a quiet, candle-lit birthday dinner to a large anniversary party or corporate event. Captain Ron can customize your menu with a variety of unique and creative items. The Galley’s seafaring interior includes four quaint dining rooms, comfortable candle lit booths, the large South Seas Bar and outdoor patio complete with sea shells, fishing net and water fountain.
Private party contact
Ron Schur: (310) 452-1934

Location
2442 Main Street Santa Monica, CA 90405
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
Hollister
Parking details
Metered parking in large lot behind the restaurant, as well as metered street parking.
Additional
Banquet, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch

Popular dishes

New England Clam Chowder
- Cup$5.50
- Bowl$7.50
Soup of the Day
- Cup$5.50
- Bowl$7.50
Filet Mignon Chili
cheese and onions served on request
- Cup$6.50
- Bowl$8.00
Kosher Hot Dog$6.50
with steak fries
- Add Filet Mignon Chili, Cheese, and Onions$7.50
Galley Beef or Turkey Burger$8.00
with steak fries
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$8.50
with steak fries

Galley Salads

famous galley dressing, balsamic vinaigrette, caesar, blue cheese, and lemon vinaigrette

House Salad$5.50
mixed greens, tomato, cucumber with famous galley dressing
Caesar Salad$7.50
crispy romaine topped with galley croutons
- With Grilled Chicken$9.50
- With Salmon or Shrimp$12.50
Salmon Salad$12.50
blackened salmon served on a bed of romaine lettuce and topped with grilled vegetables in a home-made lemon vinaigrette
Filet Mignon Salad$12.00
marinated filet mignon, sliced and served over baby spinach, tossed with mushrooms and thinly sliced red onions in a home-made lemon vinaigrette

Sunday Drink Specials

Bloody Mary
Mimosa

Brunch Specials

Spinach & Mushroom Omelett$9.50
with guacamole & salsa
Huevos Rancheros$9.50
served with mexican rice and pico de gallo
New York Steak & Eggs$13.50
served with steak fries
Galley Crab Cake Sandwich$13.50
served open-faced on toasted sourdough with tomatoes and a spicy tomato cream sauce

Seafood

Fried Calamari$8.50
with tartar,cocktail, and cilantro scallion sauce
Fish 'N' Chips$8.50
with malt vinegar, tartar sauce, and cocktailsauce
Fresh Dungeness Crab Cakes$9.50
with zesty plum wine sauce, served with julienne vegetables
Fresh Fish Special of the Day$12.50
with rice and vegetable

Captain Ron's Favorites

Tacos - Filet Mignon, Chicken, Fish, and Vegetable$7.00
any 2, served with guacamole and salsa
Galley Beef, Turkey, or Crab Cake Sliders$8.00
any 2, with steak fries
Homemade Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli$8.50
with spicy tomato cream sauce
Pasta Marinara$8.50
sauce made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, and italian spices

What 772 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

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MariaW
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We sat in the back on the patio u set great heater… service was superb by Leila, and ambience was great! Food was delicious, a little salty but I’m sensitive to that. Will definitely visit again… great menu!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What can I say? I’ve been going there for decades but haven’t been in a few years. Ron has it looking better than ever and he has a weird ability to hire the friendliest staff. I had the chicken parm for the first time and it was terrific (but it was A LOT of food).
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ron and Angie are the greatest and this restaurant is one of my favorites. I’ve been welcomed with open arms in here since I first got off the boat. Order the steak with sides and a glass of wine and you’re halfway to heaven.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The waitress Valerie (I believe) was super sweet and helpful! We had a great time! My friend loved his Halibut!!
c
curiousch
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice dinner! Wow, $5 for a Shirley Temple or a Lemonade was a bit much.
BF
BarbaraF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the filet mignon and always enjoy going to the Galley!
TA
TinaA
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
I would normally give The Galley 5 stars! BUT…It’s unbelievable that you took my reservation, confirmed and now asking my review when it was CLOSED on Easter Sunday with my elder parents 89/90 and hungry grandkids! 1pm 8pp Easter and nowhere to go!!! Terrible Day! How can you let this happen??? It’s still a good place and we’ve been coming for years and will return but this was unbelievable! Someone dropped the ball - communication???
MB
MelissaB
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience4
I love the atmosphere of this place and will come back to the bar. Yes, it's on Main street so you expect high prices but the food is not at ALL worth the price and small portions. Chinsy on extras too after you pay $35 for a tiny piece of fish.
T
Tony
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time. Had guests in from out of town and they loved it.
VA
VickiA
Los Angeles
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We love the Galley but consumers beware…….the prices have skyrocketed! Nice outside patio space and food was delish. Just wayyyyyy more expensive than ever before!
LS
LarryS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not only was the food great, but our waitress Caitlin was outstanding! She took good care of us. We love the steaks at The Galley.
C
Captain
Los Angeles
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was so great to be back after The pandemic! We sat in the mermaid room and our server was the delightful Layla who took amazing care of us. We enjoyed grilled halibut, One with a side of sautéed spinach, and one with a new side of balsamic braised brussels sprouts which were very delicious. We were pleased that the lemon caper sauce was still available as an accompaniment. We look forward to coming back again soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience3
Food was over priced and poor quality. A step above cafeteria food. Ambience is old ship wrecked christmas lights vibe…kinda cool to experience one time.
S
Sooner52
Denver
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great time. Making plans for next already.
Q
Qtaylor
Houston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was good, drinks were delicious!!
IT
IT890
Hawaii
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall2food3service4ambience3
We were there to celebrate my daughters 18th bday. They could care less even after being told why we were dining there. Made no effort to make it special, which was kind of disappointing. Food was fine but definitely overpriced for quality. We’ve been going there for years for special occasions but this will be the last year. Not worth it.
VM
VeniceMom
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
We love the casual, neighborhood vibe at The Galley - and the food is always dependable… but our waitress was especially awesome. I wish I could remember her name - but she was great - funny - smart - quick - helpful - accommodating. Made the experience that much more enjoyable.
GB
GeffreyB
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience5
The Galley has lost its special appeal. The food used to be amazing, now it is average at best and way overpriced for the quality. It is sad to see such an amazing icon go by the wayside.
BA
BARRYB
Los Angeles
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
always the best food and drinks Service very good also
MM
MattM
Phoenix
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Steaks are mediocre, stick with the seafood
CL
CarlaL
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great memories as my mother and I worked here in the 70’s. Lobster tails were grilled to perfection. Thank you, Captain Ron for the dessert. It reminds me so much of the old Santa Monica. The updated menu provided a hove for everyone.
JA
JarredA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was an absolute great evening. From the service to the food… To the entire atmosphere. We will see you again…
MG
MarkGregg
Los Angeles
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, friendly service. Great neighborhood bar.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
I went there at 1PM today and it was closed. We hung out for 1.0 min after 1 but it was not open today. It should not have been bookable on the app then.
R
Rich
Los Angeles
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been dining at The Galley since the 1970s although I hadn't been there in many years. I was craving salad and a bucket of clams and was not disappointed. Possibly the best wedge salad I have ever enjoyed, this one was served on a platter in 4 portions which could easily have been shared at the table. Both presentation and flavor were great as was the garlic bread. Then came the clams, served steaming and accompanied by a cup of clam broth and butter for dipping. I ordered the appetizer two lb. portion of clams which came with a stainless bowl for the shells but I wonder if the four lb. portion still comes with the galvanized bucket! Thanks Captain Ron for keeping this memorable place alive and well!
R
Ronaldo
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2022
overall2food1service1ambience3
Baked potato obviously microwaved and way undercooked. Broccolini overcooked. Not good service. Generally disappointed.
IT
IT890
Hawaii
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience2
Really disappointing. Very expensive for badly prepared steak.
S
Sylvia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good experience. The food, especially the garlic mashed potatoes, was really good!
j
joliek
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve always loved the Galley but this dinner was truly exceptional. We ate pretty much every single thing. Best dinner in a long while.
CG
ClaireG
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
The meal we had was very good—I split the New York steak with my mom and my dad got the halibut. Would be five stars but it was definitely on the pricey side, wouldn’t say the food and drinks were totally worth the price.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Always a fun place to have dinner with friends.
m
mike
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
NOTE: I've eaten at The Galley before and loved it. However, opentable let me make a reservation for the restaurant on a day that it was closed. I called the darkened, locked restaurant upon arriving, where the voicemail message said that they would open at 5 - why would opentable let me make a reservation for 1PM? I'm never using opentable to book a restaurant again if they can't be trusted to relay proper opening times to guests.
t
trisha
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A favorite in my hometown. Our server, Ruby, was awesome! Best drinks!
AH
AnnH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yummy, fun atmosphere. Delicious Scammpi!! Martini wasn’t bad either.
L
Linda
Los Angeles
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the Galley was awesome.
BA
BernardA
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Galley is a neighborhood classic, with great food and drinks. The decor is over the top kitsch, but pleasant.
KR
KarinaR
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was delicious but pricey. The inside is beautifully decorated with christmas lights and navy oriented, just perfect for a Navy member of 18 years and a christmas lover!!
n
nancyp
Los Angeles
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2021
overall2food1service2ambience5
The rib-eye steaks were thin and anemic. Looked like it was borrowed from Ponderosa Steak House. I ordered mine rare and there was virtually no inside. It was tough and tasteless. There were 6 of us and we ordered calamari as an appetizer with garlic bread but no small plates were brought to the table. By the time we found a server to bring us small plates, the calamari and bread were cold and anemic. In addition, the salad dressing was weak and tasteless. Cap't Ron, we have been eating at the galley for over 20 years for many family occasions and just a regular dinner. The quality of the food has been declining during the past 5+ years, long before the pandemic. Unfortunately, we have decided to stop patronizing the Galley. The cost of $70. per person was insulting. Thanks for the memories and they were great.
B
Buffoman
Los Angeles
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great Calamari, Great Rib Eye Steak, Great Shrimp Cocktail.
AG
AndreaG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience1
Place badly needs a facelift. Has a weird old moldy smell and seems dirty.

FAQs

The Galley is rated 4.5 stars by 772 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

2442 Main Street Santa Monica, CA 90405

Additional information

Cross street
Hollister
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered parking in large lot behind the restaurant, as well as metered street parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://www.thegalleyrestaurant.net/
Phone number
(310) 452-1934
Private party facilities
Whatever special touches your evening requires, THE GALLEY is the ideal choice for everything from a quiet, candle-lit birthday dinner to a large anniversary party or corporate event. Captain Ron can customize your menu with a variety of unique and creative items. The Galley’s seafaring interior includes four quaint dining rooms, comfortable candle lit booths, the large South Seas Bar and outdoor patio complete with sea shells, fishing net and water fountain.
Private party contact
Ron Schur: (310) 452-1934

The Galley

Make a reservation

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Steak Fries

New England Clam Chowder or Soup of the Day

Salmon Salad

Soup & Sandwiches

New England Clam Chowder

Soup of the Day

Filet Mignon Chili

Kosher Hot Dog$6.50

Galley Beef or Turkey Burger$8.00

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$8.50

Galley Salads

House Salad$5.50

Caesar Salad$7.50

Salmon Salad$12.50

Filet Mignon Salad$12.00

Sunday Drink Specials

Bloody Mary

Mimosa

Brunch Specials

Spinach & Mushroom Omelett$9.50

Huevos Rancheros$9.50

New York Steak & Eggs$13.50

Galley Crab Cake Sandwich$13.50

Seafood

Fried Calamari$8.50

Fish 'N' Chips$8.50

Fresh Dungeness Crab Cakes$9.50

Fresh Fish Special of the Day$12.50

Captain Ron's Favorites

Tacos - Filet Mignon, Chicken, Fish, and Vegetable$7.00

Galley Beef, Turkey, or Crab Cake Sliders$8.00

Homemade Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli$8.50

Pasta Marinara$8.50

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