The Misfit Restaurant + Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

1. The Misfit Restaurant + Bar

8.8
225 Santa Monica Blvd (at 2nd St), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 349 tips and reviews

Edgar S.Edgar Sarmiento: The tuna burger is delicious. Happy hour is a great deal for fantastic cocktails.

Dëva H.Dëva Holik: Trendy spot in Santa Monica, make sure you save room for the cookies at the end. Great vegetarian food and cocktails - opt for the burgers on toast.

Martini M.Martini Mike: Great place! Creative and fresh craft cocktails. Great staff, vibe, decor, and food. And a free delicious cookie if you finish your meal. I'll be back for sure. www.THEMartiniMike.com

Upper West is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

2. Upper West

8.3
3321 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · 87 tips and reviews

Joey A.Joey Anthony: by far the best mac n cheese in la. omg. wow. blt also maybe the best one ever made. the drinks have all been good but the watermelon mojito is amazing. i also say the bread pudding if u do dessert

Bunny🌙Bunny🌙: The best lychee martini I have ever had.

Love C.Love C.: Burrata + burger + lychee martini = perfect dinner!

The Chestnut Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

3. The Chestnut Club

8.3
1348 14th St (Santa Monica Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA
Cocktail Bar · 20 tips and reviews

Jason M.Jason Maltas: Craft cocktails!! Amazing care in each pour ...

Christopher H.Christopher H: Good for a relaxing cocktail during the week. Great mix of whiskeys and well mixed cocktails.

Thomas C.Thomas Colton: Everything you love about a speakeasy with the added plus of a club vibe (sans douchebag). The perfect mix. Bartenders know their shit, so trust them despite their required uniform 😳

The Penthouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

4. The Penthouse

8.6
1111 2nd St (at Wilshire Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
New American Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 101 tips and reviews

Shadi M.Shadi Mehraein: Best views of LA in Santa Monica. Sit at the bar, order one of their yummy cocktails and bar food. Nothing we ate or drank was bad :)

Food & WineFood & Wine: Star mixologist Ryan Magarian developed the drink list at this luxurious 18th-floor restaurant and lounge, which has fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean and Hollywood.

jennifer h.jennifer han: the mello mojito is delicious!

Bar Chloe is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

5. Bar Chloe

7.9
1449 2nd St (at Broadway), Santa Monica, CA
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Santa Monica · 28 tips and reviews

Natalie S.Natalie Ssensalo: French martini is so good!

Jen R.Jen Robinson: The best cocktails in Santa Monica.

Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: Try the Brooklyn – Bar Chloe’s cheeky take on the classic Manhattan cocktail – or the Classic Sazerac, served with Peychaud bitters, a soaked sugar cube and flamed lemon twist. An L.A. must-stop. Read more.

Casa Del Mar Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

6. Casa Del Mar Hotel

8.8
1910 Ocean Way (at Pico Blvd.), Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · West Los Angeles · 73 tips and reviews

JamieJamie: The pomegranate martinis are the bomb; enjoy them while watching the sunset at the bar with the ocean view!

G F.G Fox: Gorgeous atmosphere, good cocktails and beautiful people make this a local SM staple.

Catherine A.Catherine Anna: beautiful place to watch a sunset...good food and cocktails...beautiful decor and setting.

R+D Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

7. R+D Kitchen

8.4
1323 Montana Ave (at 14th St), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · North of Montana · 115 tips and reviews

Jeffrey F.Jeffrey Fahey: If you're having brunch, definitely grab a Bloody Mary. Great vibe with good service. Enjoy

ShoppingandInfo M.ShoppingandInfo Manager: Everything from martinis to desserts to salads and burgers

Becky B.Becky Boyle: Ahi burger, Pulled pork sandwich, pim's cup, and the cocktail with st germain! Never go wrong!

Ingo's Tasty Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

8. Ingo's Tasty Diner

8.2
1213 Wilshire Blvd (12th Street), Santa Monica, CA
Diner · Wilshire-Montana · 17 tips and reviews

Nathan H.Nathan Harris: Everything!! Tuna tartare!! All the cocktails!! The burger! The salmon!! Incredible!!

SeanSean: Lamb, cheeseburgers, starters and cocktails were all top notch

Patricia Y.Patricia Yang: One of the best spicy bloody mary!! And do ask for the crispy prosciutto 💗💗

Hotel Shangri La Rooftop Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

9. Hotel Shangri La Rooftop Bar

7.3
1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Rooftop Bar · Downtown Santa Monica · 61 tips and reviews

tori r.tori rafanelli: they have this basil infused green martini...i cant remember the name..but it has the word green in it...and it is amazing...you wouldn't think so bc of the basil but im telling you TO DIE FOR

MetroWizeMetroWize: The classic décor, intimate setting and stellar views provide a great backdrop to take in some Santa Monica beach weather, deliciously crafted cocktails, and devour oysters on the half shell. Read more.

g o.g oconnor: Where the air is clear - late winter - a fantastic view way out into the Pacific can be had. Sunsets are incredible. The cocktails are delicious and I love their Manhattans.

FIG Santa Monica is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

10. FIG Santa Monica

8.6
101 Wilshire Blvd (at Fairmont Miramar Hotel), Santa Monica, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 80 tips and reviews

Yvette B.Yvette Betancourt: Two reasons to experience Sunday brunch at the Fairmont Miramar’s sunny dining room: the bacon waffle and the Bloody Mary menu.

LAistLAist: If you're up for a real day of boozin' by the beach, you can do unlimited craft beer plus any brunch item using their keg n' eggs deal for $35. The bloody mary is also fantastic. Read more.

Rachel K.Rachel K: One of the best brunches in Santa Monica with breakfast cocktails to match. All the draft beers are local beers too (Smog City, Eagle Rock Brewery).

Basement Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

11. Basement Tavern

7.8
2640 Main St (at Ocean Park Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA
Speakeasy · Ocean Park · 62 tips and reviews

Cato S.Cato Stevens: Great idea! Rock music and Rock Band. Great cocktails (I loved the ginger Basement Burro) and selection of aged Whiskeys. A fun follow-up to Tuesdays' food trucks in the adjacent lot. Read more.

FabFitFunFabFitFun: Bartenders in old-time dress serve strong cocktails, a live band plays most nights, and a good time is guaranteed!

Taste TerminalTaste Terminal: Happy hour discounts include food items marked at 50% off, $2 off bottle beer, $5 glass of house red or white wine, $5 Delia’s Elixir cocktail and $7 rotating specialty cocktails. Read more.

Cassia is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

12. Cassia

9.0
1314 7th St, Santa Monica, CA
Asian Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

chinachina: Delicious cocktails. Ask to be seated at the back bar for the best view of the wood-burning grill.

John C.John Cassillo: Great cocktail menu and happy hour makes those pricy drinks well worth it. Hefty pours too.

Mezcal El Silencio .Mezcal El Silencio 🐇: Service: very goodPrice: ReasonableKids: NO kidsFood: good (try the "Cereal Scallops" and "Laksa" delicious. Cocktails: Very good. Mezcal El SilencioParking: Valet ParkingReservations: Yes

The Ivy at the Shore is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

13. The Ivy at the Shore

8.0
1535 Ocean Ave (Broadway), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 85 tips and reviews

Jennifer T.Jennifer Thurston: Ordering the Ivy Gimlets a must, 1 is not enough...Juans the best! Instead of waiting on a table enjoy being social at the bar or entrance table and ordering appetizers Read more.

Steve W.Steve Whelan: Corn chowder, crab cakes, lobster pasta, ivy gimlets, followed by the apple and blackberry crumble will do just fine.

Dean S.Dean Suhr: Peach martini. Mmmmmm

Shutters on the Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

14. Shutters on the Beach

8.8
1 Pico Blvd (at Appian Way), Santa Monica, CA
Resort · Downtown Santa Monica · 115 tips and reviews

Henie R.Henie Reisinger: Love to hang in the great lobby on lazy Sunday afternoons listening to the piano player, sipping a cocktails...

Vanity Fair AgendaVanity Fair Agenda: Sunset cocktails and dinner are the cure for what ails you.

Kate H.Kate H.: Beautiful hotel right on the beach. Comfortable yet elegant Nantucket feel to the lobby, restaurants and rooms. Have a pre-dinner cocktail and enjoy the live jazz Weds-Sat around 6pm in the lobby.

The INDEPENDENCE is one of The 15 Best Places for Cocktails in Santa Monica.

15. The INDEPENDENCE

7.4
205 Broadway (2nd Street), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · Downtown Santa Monica · 29 tips and reviews

John E.John E: Awesome whiskey cocktails

John C.John Cassillo: Waiters are very knowledgeable and accommodating. Happy hour prices are also worth a look ($5 for select cocktails, beers and wines).

Rachel K.Rachel K: Interesting cocktails (though the bartenders are super slow) and salads like the avocado citrus salad with capers and micro greens.