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Hillstone

New American Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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    Giulia V.
    "Hawaiian rib eye is the best!"(4 Tips)
    Jason C.
    "As with any Houston's/R+D/etc., the French Dip is awesomeness."(9 Tips)
    Nic B.
    "The best kale salad side - delish!"(6 Tips)
    Chris G.
    "Try the Hawaiian Ribeye Steak - Unreal."(5 Tips)
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  • Mark W.heart icon on user image
    Mark WilkinsJanuary 18, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Also, I have it on good authority that the name change from "Houston's" was to avoid a regulation that requires chains of a certain size to print nutrition information on menus. Eat with care!!
  • Craig V.heart icon on user image
    Craig VillamorFebruary 12, 2018
    Everything is good. The waiting is the hardest part. When they say 2 hrs, they mean it. Comfy & fun atmosphere and food. Less of a scene than other SM spots.
  • Xander F.
    Xander FinolApril 30, 2013
    Ahi Tuna Burger was great! Even better with a side of spicy mayo! They don't let you get the dressing on the side for salads though. The chef said it loses the integrity of the dish.
    Upvoted Feb 3
  • siouxjaheart icon on user image
    siouxjaSeptember 27, 2021
    Brought my parents-in-law here for dinner. They haven’t been in many years. The food was consistently good, just as they remembered. Try grilled artichoke, spinach & artichoke dip, pork chop & trout.
  • Elise H.
    Elise HansenMay 13, 2014
    The traditional salad is the best salad I have ever had! Get the blue cheese dressing and the house vinegerette on the side. Trust me, the combo is heavenly!
  • Christopher T.heart icon on user image
    Christopher TMarch 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Always excellent food and service. No corkage fee for wines is an A+++ but they have a great wine selection with minimal markups!
  • Mark W.heart icon on user image
    Mark WilkinsJanuary 18, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Arrive before 7 or after 9 if you do not want a long wait! The hamburger, barbecue ribs, and French Dip are my favorites, but everything they serve is good!
  • Melanie M.heart icon on user image
    Melanie MartinMarch 11, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Hawaiian rib eye. Everything is consistently great, including service.
  • Andrew V.heart icon on user image
    Andrew VogelOctober 2, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    If you are going to get a steak, get the fillet mignon! Otherwise everything on this menu is great.
  • Nuree C.
    Nuree ChoeDecember 8, 2012
    Ask for the fish specials. And get the kale salad. And the brownie a la mode with fudge sauce on the side. Amazing fudge.
  • Quinn W.
    Quinn WagemanMarch 31, 2010
    The French Dip is great - soft bread, tender meat, au jus is perfect ad not too strong. Had the fries with mine - hand cut and flavorful. Can't go wrong with this combo. My wife had salmon, which was
  • Bradheart icon on user image
    BradFebruary 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I am absolutely in love with the crispy chicken sandwich here. I crave it. Always outstanding service to boot.
  • James H.heart icon on user image
    James HJune 12, 2016
    Hawaiian ribeye with sides of coleslaw and rice and beans.
  • Tatjana V.
    Tatjana VejnovicJuly 19, 2013
    The key lime pie is so good, my friend smothered it all over my face so I could absorb it through my facial pores.
  • Luiz Felipe M.
    Very pleasure place, Nice food and nice beer. Close to the beach
  • Phillip Sheppard T.
    They are by far the place to have a dinner that is delious and serve with great service. To night night just a night cap. :-)
  • Taryn D.
    Taryn DavisDecember 9, 2010
    Always reliable for amazing food and wine. Perfect for any occassion like meeting your crazy aunt or a first date. Spinach dip and ribs. Never deviate.
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    GhadaJanuary 13, 2019
    We’ve tried the shrimp sushi, burger, and NY steak and al were very good.
  • Jason W.heart icon on user image
    Jason WongJuly 28, 2016
    Welcoming staff and great food. Ribs, steak and tuna all good
  • Hakan A.
    Hakan AkanMay 10, 2014
    I had the vegi burger and fries. It was quite tasty. I will certainly be back.
  • Claire C.heart icon on user image
    Claire CallananApril 24, 2015
    Go for the ribs and key lime pie! They are the best!
  • Nouraheart icon on user image
    NouraAugust 24, 2016
    Great avocado burger and the california roll is AMAZING.
  • James H.heart icon on user image
    James HMay 8, 2016
    Hawaiian ribeye is the gold standard for steak.
  • Biancaheart icon on user image
    BiancaApril 8, 2022
    Loved the dip and the tuna. Sushi is decent.
  • Ozge S.
    Ozge SavciJuly 10, 2023
    Excellent decoration, very chic, friendly waiters and delicious menu
  • Carolyn W.heart icon on user image
    Carolyn WilkersonMarch 24, 2018
    Salmon, sushi, kale salad, apple crumble with vanilla ice cream.
  • William R.
    William ReardonJanuary 3, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Bring your own wine -- no corkage fee. Combined with great food & service, it makes this place a really outstanding value too.
  • Gina T.
    Gina TohmeApril 11, 2013
    Thai Noodle Salad wins. Decent sushi. Arrive before 7pm. Dark, moody atmosphere but friendly, pro service.
  • Roel C.
    Roel ConcepcionOctober 5, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You can wear sandals and shorts in the dining room, but a fine gentleman wearing the finest threads with a hat -- has to take the hat off in the dining room.
  • Marc-alain S.heart icon on user image
    Marc-alain SpruchAugust 24, 2016
    Nice restaurant, great service, good food. Would recommend the salads
  • Matt K.
    Matt KvanczDecember 17, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Best place to eat if its just two or three is at the bar, but hard to get seats!
  • Marco H.
    Marco HowellSeptember 4, 2011
    The ribs are finger licking good. Really. And the fish specials are always great. Try the trout.
  • Eric H.
    Eric HMay 28, 2012
    Amazing ribs, amazing cobbler, and world-class service. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
  • Mark D.heart icon on user image
    Mark DanielDecember 25, 2014
    The salmon is excellent. Great ambiance, great music.
  • Bob L.
    Bob LoblawDecember 14, 2012
    Make sure you get the salmon with Chef's dressing and a lemon! It's delicious
  • Mezcal El Silencio .
    Mezcal El Silencio 🐇September 8, 2014
    "Mezcal Margarita" with #MezcalElSilencio by Alyssa Tembrina and the classic French Dip!!! www.SharetheSilence.com
  • Bianca G.heart icon on user image
    Bianca GonzalezAugust 9, 2014
    best kale salad in town - sweet peanut flavored dressing with citrus accents and a kick of cilantro
  • Aaron A.heart icon on user image
    Aaron AuchJanuary 14, 2016
    Smoked salmon appetizer is amazing but they run out of it.
  • Ashley H.
    Ashley HallMay 16, 2012
    Ask for the grilled artichoke app - not on the menu and so good!
  • James H.heart icon on user image
    James HFebruary 13, 2016
    Hawaiian ribeye all the way.
  • Nic B.
    Nic BarnesFebruary 3, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The best kale salad side - delish!
  • Christopher T.heart icon on user image
    Christopher TDecember 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    My Yelp review: http://www.yelp.com/biz/hillstone-restaurant-santa-monica#hrid:TwngFowYF5wr8IWfPfz9CA/src:self
  • Robert B.heart icon on user image
    Robert BellJune 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Hawaiian rib eye
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel SamakowJanuary 30, 2015
    Spinach and avocado dip is killer!
  • Thai L.
    Thai LiuFebruary 18, 2010
    This is a good spot for dinner or lunch. A lot of business lunches go down here. Try the french dip it's pretty good.
  • Chris G.heart icon on user image
    Chris GouletJune 22, 2013
    Try the Hawaiian Ribeye Steak - Unreal.
  • Kristian V.
    Kristian V.March 16, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Always ask about the specials! Many hidden gems...
  • Samantha B.
    Samantha BailyeAugust 6, 2014
    Pretty tasty, creative sushi
  • Nic B.
    Nic BarnesMarch 13, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Cannot get enough of the cashew kale salad
  • brandie
    brandieOctober 4, 2011
    They have a kids menu which includes a half portion of the ribs!
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