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Upper West

American Restaurant$$$$

Santa Monica

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Upper West

8.3^/10

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Ranked #3 for barbecue in Santa Monica
"Blue cheese chips, blackened salmon and chicken tawwouk 👌🏻"(3 Tips)
"Burrata + burger + lychee martini = perfect dinner!"(6 Tips)
"the drinks have all been good but the watermelon mojito is amazing."(4 Tips)
"Ahi taco appetizer, duck meatballs, & Giselle crab cake are yummy!"(7 Tips)

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Ed KaminskyAugust 6, 2017
We ate with our friends Scott and Amy and ordering apps was a great start , 3 was the right amount - Thai Peanut Noodles served cold, Ahi Tacos - had a little kick, and the buratta - amazingly fresh.
Tara DîanaNovember 9, 2015
The drinks here are stellar. The watermelon mojito - I would drink that daily, if it was a healthy life choice. My friend ordered the ginger Cosmo and loved it! The crispy chicken and burrata were 👍
John AntonyFebruary 27, 2014
Really impressed with this place. Get yourself a Macallan Snake Bite. Almost all their food on the menu are amazing. Chicken Tawook was delicious. Enjoy the good time.
Fabian AlsultanyNovember 3, 2013
Roasted corn soup with falafel, simply rich and incredible. The crab cake sandwich is probably the best I have had since moving to LA. Had the chips their famous chips and blue cheese. Amazing.
Elad BenistiAugust 26, 2011
Santa Monica Restaurants provides a welcome change to those in Santa Monica, Venice or West LA looking for something approachable but still creative, romantic and fun. Happy Hour too and lunch! Read more
Elle CameronNovember 5, 2013
The picante margarita is delicious but super spicy! You can ask for less spice and an extra splash of agave, sooo good! Love the corn soup, mussels are amazing, short rib is too notch!
Orlando CarafaSeptember 2, 2015
Very good dinner the octopus salad I could not distinguish the flavors cheese cracker on top wrong combination service was ok to our surprise check was brought to the table without asking for desserts
Dory BenamiDecember 6, 2012
Bread pudding yummy. Lamb Crepe double yum. A bit noisy cause of terrible acoustics so plan on shouting a bit if the restaurant is full so you can hear whoever you are seated next to.
Elle CameronOctober 14, 2013
Ahi taco appetizer, duck meatballs, & Giselle crab cake are yummy! Also the watermelon mojito is delish if you like sweeter tropical drinks.
Joey AnthonyOctober 5, 2010
Been here 25+ times
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
Garrett PendergraftJuly 20, 2016
The blue cheese chips are good, but super heavy. The wild mushrooms and roasted sweet corn are also good, but maybe a little too rich.
Kelly BoneFebruary 21, 2014
Eggs and dairy are laced throughout the patty, toppings and bun making this a non-vegan friendly veggie burger
Jason H.May 13, 2016
Great small bites. Nice place to hang and have a drink. Ahi tacos were a winner.
Naz F. GérdabiJune 7, 2013
Love the staff, so knowledgable of all wines. This is the place i always end up discovering a new fav bottle of red :)
Jessica LokumkiattikulJune 30, 2012
Short rib sandwich, BLT and veggie burger was sooo good! Wouldnt order the ahi tuna tacos again though. Portions were too small but was tasty.
C ReyDecember 11, 2011
2 appetizers. 6 entrees. 3 desserts. All awesome. Can't go wrong with anything here... That is if you like good Contemporary American food.
Neiki UllahJanuary 19, 2016
V yummy. Had octopus carpaccio, eggplant steaks, lamb crepes, and pork chop.
Showtime NetworkJune 3, 2011
A delicious American bistro tucked away on the Westside. Bacon and blue cheese shoestring fries – need we say more? -Kacy & Cori, The Real L Word
Meg FarmerOctober 8, 2014
Absolutely adore the atmosphere here- always reminded me of nyc. Veggie burger is killer.
Christopher HMay 25, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great place for appetizers, happy hour or a business lunch or dinner.
Derrick AmeyOctober 4, 2011
The salmon dish was good with Israeli couscous, but again I want more food for $22.00. Trendy atmosphere & a great screen for the football game.
FrostyAugust 7, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The veggie burger is damn good, also the bun is stellar.
Jordan VadnaisMay 9, 2010
The burrata is amazing and unique. Apples, berries, and croutons give it amazing flavor and texture. Get that, the Tawook, and a Honey Rye cocktail or 2 and call it a meal.
Gayle H GreenbergJanuary 18, 2015
Best Happy Hour... Anything you order that Chef Nick makes is outstanding!!!
Winnie KhooOctober 2, 2018
Fave: corn fritters, mojitos, mac & cheese; Skip: nachos, brisket tacos
Sam LickerJuly 3, 2022
Lamb and fennel sausage flatbread was out of this world!
JTJuly 10, 2016
Staff was really friendly! The tuna taco, sweet potato and mussels were great.
sunaSeptember 22, 2015
Blue cheese chips, blackened salmon and chicken tawwouk 👌🏻
Mark GilliamAugust 30, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Get the blue cheese chips for an appetizer. You won't regret it!
Chip LumanNovember 8, 2012
Mizo glazed duck & apple meatballs paired with Anderson Valley Oatmeal Stout is amazing
Kelly BoneFebruary 21, 2014
The grilled pineapple relish make this veggie burger a winner!
Naz HashOctober 2, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Carpaccio, burrata, ahi tuna tacos, filet mignon, grilled cheese...wow!
La TanningDecember 16, 2010
Parking is GREAT, never once a problem. Park at the meters on pico at the 10 underpass!!! Or valet, i mean its worth it!!!
BJ F.August 30, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The BLT is the bomb diggity and the crisp factor in the fries is righteous
Mike DeweyOctober 3, 2012
Grilled Cheese rocked my world and Tuesdays are half off wine bottle days!
Karen WMarch 12, 2013
Fun vibe! Happy hour all night on Mondays.
Geoffrey GauchetAugust 23, 2014
The coffee rub pork tenderloin is what happens when heaven fucks a pig on a caffeine binge
The ArtificialNovember 27, 2017
Upper West is a great place for a nice dinner and cocktail that doesn't break the bank.
Sum WongFebruary 26, 2016
Smoky chihuahua cocktail is awesome!
Christopher JonesJune 26, 2015
Lamb nachos and the happy hour Manhattan
aaron steinApril 6, 2012
flatiron steak = excellent. esp the slaw that comes with it.
Nichole KimFebruary 1, 2015
I love burrata, but this one is overhyped
Kathleen BoganMay 6, 2012
Loved the bartenders, cucumber and the ginger Cosmo was yummy.
MelanieOctober 28, 2012
The burger is good along with blue cheese fries. The food is average, but I liked the ambiance.
Kelsey MoserNovember 25, 2019
A little pricey, but great fish dishes.
Matthew BoatmanJanuary 26, 2012
Wednesday is Prix Fixe night with a $32 run of menu Prixe Fixe
tallie pazDecember 14, 2012
Way too loud at night... but get the blue cheese fries!!! So good
Phil FoteFebruary 27, 2017
The truffle-bleucheese-bacon chips are amazeballs.
Mad PatFebruary 11, 2012
Get the ahi tacos appetizer then the pork chops. Yummmy.
Diana BernalJuly 23, 2011
If the place is full, the bar is quicker and provides the same atmosphere

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