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La Sandia Santa Monica
(Now Closed)Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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Jetset ExtraSeptember 14, 2013La Sandia, a Richard Sandoval Restaurant on the dining deck at Santa Monica Place, features traditional Mexican cuisine taken to a whole new level. Even if you are eating light, try the churros. Read more
Queenie C.September 14, 2014The chips, guac, and salsa are good. The Mango margarita w/extra salt on the rim is good but the Mango mojito is way better. Barbacoa enchiladas are a must try. You can pass on the tortilla soup.
Everything on the Brunch menu is delicious! And for dinner Jorge and I like to split the "molcajete" it's amazing!!! Their chips and salsa are always a plus! Cocktails also get 4 hearts from me :)
Rachel MercerSeptember 30, 2012One of the quieter locations along the Third Street Promenade. Go up in the early afternoon for lunch. Great margaritas, best outdoor seating, and amazing Carnitas tacos!
Briccio De LeonMay 2, 2013Amazing place for lunch. The food was spot on delicious. Get the Churro for dessert for a killer conclusion to your meal. I'll definitely be coming back!
Michael ArmijoAugust 9, 2012Ugh-It was A+when 1st opened.Must use SYSCOproducts now vs farmfresh. For BEST go to Sta Fe,NM toTHE SHED.Wont go again unless advertise sources for their food. Be healthy,eat @home w/OWN ingredients.
Zoe GurbuzDecember 30, 2011We sat at the bar and my Cadillac Margarita was weak. I had to request more tequila. My boyfriends Martini was missing the top part of the Martini glass!
Danny MolayemAugust 10, 2010Some of the best Mexican food I've had in LA. I recommend the carne asada and the beef tacos with onions cilantro and salsa. For an appetizer the shrimp ceviche is bomb.
Steven RogersNovember 9, 2014Great food, not so stellar service. You'll have to personally ask for that water refill.
Happy Hour all night on Mondays! $5 margs, $3 tacos and tons of other good stuff.
Mariela MustafáJune 22, 2012Great food! Excellent fresh guacamole and watermelon agua fresca! Nice ambiance
Rhilee KirkpatrickJune 25, 2011Amazing place! Tortilla soup is so good. Awesome food and service! The ambiance is amazing too!!
OldLadyMan TornãdoJanuary 17, 2013La Sandia was only ever as good as the sum total of their awesome staff. That staff no longer works here. BYE.
They must have changed the staff because the service is good. Love the fresh guacamole, cocktails, and carnitas
Food is just average, but bottomless guacamole in the bar weekdays from 4 - 7 is definitely worth the $5.
Curt RollisonJuly 17, 2011The mango lemonade is crazy delicious! And don't pass on the tres leches for dessert.
- Michael ArmijoAugust 22, 2010Order the house margarita original (no strawberry or mango) with guacamole & the chicken quesadillas & you are 'set'. Yummy!
Kate WillsonSeptember 24, 2010Great hibiscus margarita and the pork tacos are delicious. Try the guacamole to start!
Go and sit at the full service bar. Jason is a great bartender
Buy Local MarketAugust 22, 2011Ask about 'Bucket Night.' You get a bucket of Mexican beer and a bucket of achiote wings for $25 from 4 to close
Emily DangNovember 6, 2011The chicken enchiladas divorciadas are good cuz the sauces had some kick to it. The rice was really bland and not good. The beans were ok. All in all, this place is mediocre and over-priced.
brian MorelMay 14, 2012Guacamole was good...the fish tacos were underwhelming - a tad on the dry side
Todd FloraOctober 24, 2010MMMMmmmmm . . . Chicken Enchiladas are delicious choice if you aren't TOO hungry.
Don't forget the sangrita to clense the palette between shots
Ruben MarquezMay 10, 2012the guacamole tostada sampler is a joke! 6 small round chip size toatadas and thats it for 12 bucks is a rip off
Theresa FrancosAugust 23, 2010yummy chicken tacos and mezcal margarita =) Service needs improvement..
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La Sandia Santa Monica
395 Santa Monica Pl (at 3rd Street)
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Enjoy authentic Mexican specialties served alongside over 200 fine Tequilas and agave spirits.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
(310) 393-3300
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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- 8.5
"Monday's special dish is the enchiladas suizas. Oh man that's good stuff. Great Santa Monica institution."
Nigel Stewart - 8.5
"Short rib tacos are excellent... I'm eager to try the LOBSTER tacos too!"
Jeremy Taylor - 5.5
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- 9.0
"Very lively and beautiful. Lots of higher end stores and beautiful outdoor seating. Great place to enjoy shopping, good weather and people watching!"
Christine Yoo - 9.2
"Had a great time on the 3 occasions I've been here. Parking availability is great!"
Elias Gonzalez - 7.6
"HUGE fan of this place - amazing BRUNCH! Bellinis are insane. Charcuterie plate is off the hook!"
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