Michael Armijo: I love to begin with the homemade Tagliatelle Bolognese (sometimes I share) & then the Vitello (Veal) Parmesan is delicious. I bring a bottle of wine ($35 corkage) bc my wine cellar has yummy stuff.
ivy♥: What a decent place! Everything is oh so delish! The steamed clams and mussels are so great. Very juicy! Get it :) And oh, folks who work here are/speak Italian so this place is legit!
Gene Dexter: What a wonderful place. The patio is my new favorite area to sit and eat this wonderful food. The specials are a good bet.
5. Milo and Olive
8.8
2723 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Bakery · 131 tips and reviews
Epicurious: I am especially keen on the straight-up Margherita and the mixed-mushroom, which involves a bed of melted Fontina, lemon zest, Parmesan, and thyme. Read more.
Abigail Koffler: The Parmesan rind minestrone is one the best vegetarian soups I've ever had. Don't miss it!
Shane Plossu: Go for the chicken meatballs each and every time - we always do. Great flavor, especially when the remaining sauce is scooped up with the house bread.
7. Shaka Shack Burger
7.7
1701 Ocean Park Blvd (17th Street), Santa Monica, CA
Burger Joint · Sunset Park · 35 tips and reviews
Martin Duran: If you're particular about your burgers being grass fed and free range, this tasty Santa Monica spot is for you. Splurge on the white truffle parm fries.
The Taste Sheriff: Seriously delicious. Try their premium black angus burger with a side of parmesan fries. Incredible service too, old school friendly!
Joseph C: Another Great Find! Must try their Kobe Burger 🍔 with Sea Salt Fries🍟! FTW 🌎! Insanely Good Eats🍴! Not too busy 😁, Great Chef🎸, Awesome Owner & Family👪, Cool Hawaiian decor🏄💙👍
9. Ashland Hill
8.2
2807 Main St, Santa Monica, CA
Beer Garden · Ocean Park · 23 tips and reviews
Jordana: Best happy hour food on Main Street - recommend the burrata, parmesan fries, and the baby kale salad.
Lillian Sword: A beautiful venue atmosphere, very refreshes but everything seemed fine. must try
Jessie R: I'm picky about Mac and cheese (it must be creamy in my opinion) and Ashland Hill's is a must get!
11. Tender Greens
9.1
201 Arizona Ave (at 2nd St), Santa Monica, CA
Salad Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 161 tips and reviews
Heather White-Laird: Lovely raw kale salad w Parmesan
Daniel Maggipinto: Steak plate, ravioli special, killer mint lemonade
Samantha Garfield: The herb crusted albacore hot plate with mashed potatoes and kale salad is to die for. And all the employees are so nice! Borderline creepy, but very nice!
12. Vito Restaurant
8.0
2807 Ocean Park Blvd (28th St.), Santa Monica, CA
Italian Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews
Adrian Phillips: Old school Italian restaurant with all the staples. The veal parmigiana was smothered in delicious tomato sauce and mozzarella. Be sure to get the Caesar to start, it's a really tasty one.
Vicky Aguilera💋: The cook deserves a gol medal, the ribs were so tender and delish and the seafood pasta was amazing. Definitely one if my favorite places in LA
Luzma Plaza: Order the Cesar Salad - one of the best (if not the best) in town.
14. Stella Barra
8.6
2000 Main St (btw Bay St & Bicknell Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Pizzeria · Ocean Park · 108 tips and reviews
Tom Aronson: Ask for Armando's pizza. It's killer. Goat cheese, squash, arugula and Parmesan!
Felix Ortiz: The pizza was wonderful! They used a variety of Italian cheeses, which made each pizza special. It tastes authentic as we enjoyed in Italy. We also loved the Tiramisu.
DailyCandy: The bustling, sceney atmosphere has small but mighty wine list, and best spinach and kale salad west of the Mississippi.