Blue Plate Taco

4.5

976 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

18 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Vegetarian-friendly
Great for happy hour

Blue Plate Taco is a coastal Baja-meets-Santa Monica destination on Ocean Ave. We are dedicates to creating all our food from scratch including the agua frescas and margaritas from the bar, the tortillas are made by hand fresh all day, and our salsas are made daily. The entire menu is fresh, light and delicious.

We hold most of our tables for walk-ins so if you don't see any reservations, don't fret! We'll get you seated after a short wait while you're admiring the Pacific and taking in the famous Santa Monica pier.

Reservations are limited to 90 minutes, we hold reservations for 15 minutes.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch & Dinner Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 458-2985
Website
http://blueplatetaco.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jonathan Juarez
Catering
We have menu options for all of your catering needs. We can provide food and staff for your parties.
Private party facilities
We have a large patio that can accommodate up to 60 people and we are available for private parties.

Location
1515 Ocean Ave. Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Area
Santa Monica
Cross Street
Broadway
Parking details
Street parking, lots and valet available after 5pm
Public transit
There is bus stop across the street within the same block.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Guacamole & ChipsUS$16.00
Homemade chips served with pico de gallo, house ranchera (add salsa flight $4)
Guacamole & ChipsUS$9.50
Homemade chips served with pico de gallo, house ranchera (add salsa flight $4)
Farmers Market NachosUS$17.00
Market veggies, melted jack, guacamole, pico de gallo, radish, jalapeño
Taquitos DeliciososUS$16.00
Three tortillas filled w/chicken, corn, mushroom, jack cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo & chipotle aioli
Ceviche Mixto TostadasUS$17.00
Calamari and shrimp marinated in fresh lime, serrano and fresnos, onion, and cilantro, piled on homemade crispy tostada, guacamole
Camarones a la DiablaUS$20.00
Spicy! marinated with mojo de ajo, chipotle adobe pepper, cayenne and secret seasoning
Pepita Queso FundidoUS$19.00
Imported Chihuahua cheese, portobello mushroom, caramelized onion, chipotle peppers, green onion, candied pepitas
Calamari FrittoUS$21.00
Lightly-breaded and fried, served with chipotle aioli, fresno pepper, cilantro and lime

Salads

Farmer's SaladUS$17.00
Iceberg & romaine lettuce, red cabbage, black beans, corn, radishes, carrots, pepitas, mint, basil with apple cider vinaigrette
Baja CaesarUS$18.00
Little gem lettuce, corn, avocado, tortilla strips with our zesty dressing
Mexican WedgeUS$17.00
Baby iceberg, radish, corn, red onion, black beans, queso fresco, chipotle aioli, cilantro
Santa Monica Salmon Salad / WrapUS$23.00
Spring greens, quinoa, corn, black beans, pico de gallo and chipotle aioli

Taco Combos

BarbacoaUS$21.00
Shredded prime beef brisket, jack cheese, Mexican slaw, served with consome
Steak
Grilled steak, red onion, cilantro
ChickenUS$19.00
Organic chicken, jack cheese, guajillo salsa, avocado, cabbage, lettuce
Pork CarnitasUS$18.00
Marinated & braised in orange juice, Mexican lager, and coca cola, topped with onion, cilantro & guajillo salsa
Red SnapperUS$19.00
A la plancha or crispy Baja style, Mexican slaw, chipotle aioli
ShrimpUS$19.00
Pumpkin seed pesto, cream, cucumber, jicama, red cabbage, cilantro crema, truffle oil
VeggieUS$18.00
Corn, mushroom, leek, kale, goat cheese, cotija cheese, truffle oil
Lobster
Atlantic lobster, jack cheese, jalapeño, Mexican slaw, cream sauce, truffle oil, green onion

Seasonal Specials

Seasonal SoupUS$9.00
Made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Inquire with your server to know more!
Seasonal SoupUS$13.00
Made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Inquire with your server to know more!
Teriyaki Portobello Tacos (Vegan)US$19.00
Red cabbage, guacamole, pickled onion
Enchiladas VerdesUS$21.00
Shredded Mary's chicken, caramelized onion, jack cheese, tomatillo salsa, cilantro crema, avocado, pickled onion

Sizzling Fajitas

Farmers Market VeggieUS$24.00
Mary's ChickenUS$29.00
ShrimpUS$30.00
Steak
Combo: Pick TwoUS$32.00

Quesadillas

CheeseUS$13.00
Farmers Market VeggieUS$15.00
Mary's ChickenUS$17.00
ShrimpUS$19.00
Steak

Sides

Black BeansUS$6.00
Brown RiceUS$6.00
Mexican SlawUS$6.00
SM Farmers Market VeggiesUS$9.00
Elote (Shaved or on the cob)US$8.00

Salsas

TomatilloUS$4.00
Jalapeño, avocado, cilantro
Pico de GalloUS$4.00
Tomato, jalapeño, onion, cilantro
Mojo de AjoUS$4.00
Tomato, roasted garlic, chili arbol
GuajilloUS$4.00
Red, smoky (medium)
HabaneroUS$4.00
Habanero, serrano, jalapeño (hot!)

BPT Doggy Menu

El PerritoUS$4.00
One plain chicken taco on corn tortilla
El PerroUS$8.00
Two plain chicken tacos on corn tortilla

What 976 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Westside
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blue Plate Taco offers a delightful seaside dining experience with its "fantastic food" and "amazing experience." The restaurant boasts "great atmosphere" and is conveniently located near the Santa Monica Pier. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and the ability to enjoy delicious tacos and margaritas on the inviting patio.

976 Reviews

M
Mike
Los Angeles
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great find in SM! Some of the best tacos I’ve ever had! Seriously! We had the barbacoa and the veggie tacos, perfection! Excellent soup and guacamole dip as well. Will be going back!
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Paul
VIP
Dallas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place! Great ambience, service and food!
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Ali
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fine. Nothing wrong, just a bit bland. Makes sense for this location - touristy. Service was outstanding. Busboy made extra efforts to keep us warm by repositioning the heat lamps and refilling them with propane. Nice touch.
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Laura
VIP
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious Tacos!! I had the veggie and my son had the shrimp, they were both great. I loved the Mexican slaw. The ceviche tostada was great and the guacamole was great!
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Dave
VIP
Los Angeles
55 reviews
4.0
55 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A nice outdoorsy spot within sight of the ocean. We had lunch and the food, taco plates, was very tasty. Good attentive service as well.
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Randi
Denver
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very basic Mexican food. Nothing special. But server was nice and got the orders right.
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Sarah
VIP
New York City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Decent food and they keep it warm in the covered patio which was nice. The service was spotty but it was only because there was only one server and the place was packed! I felt so bad for him. He was so nice the entire time despite the fact that it was only him. I really don’t know if I’ll be back because $30 for some tacos and guac is pretty steep, but maybe if I want to treat myself.
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Adam
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved!!! So goodddddddddddddddddddfffrfdddddddddddd
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Brian
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice place, good food, great atmosphere. Will come back again
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Sukhi
VIP
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food!!! Amazing experience highly recommend
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FAQs

Blue Plate Taco offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Blue Plate Taco also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 458-2985.

Blue Plate Taco is rated 4.5 stars by 976 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

18 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1515 Ocean Ave. Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Broadway
Area
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Lunch & Dinner Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Latin American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking, lots and valet available after 5pm
Public transit
There is bus stop across the street within the same block.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jonathan Juarez
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://blueplatetaco.com/
Phone number
(310) 458-2985
Catering
We have menu options for all of your catering needs. We can provide food and staff for your parties.
Private party facilities
We have a large patio that can accommodate up to 60 people and we are available for private parties.

Blue Plate Taco

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Starters

Guacamole & ChipsUS$16.00

Guacamole & ChipsUS$9.50

Farmers Market NachosUS$17.00

Taquitos DeliciososUS$16.00

Ceviche Mixto TostadasUS$17.00

Camarones a la DiablaUS$20.00

Pepita Queso FundidoUS$19.00

Calamari FrittoUS$21.00

Salads

Farmer's SaladUS$17.00

Baja CaesarUS$18.00

Mexican WedgeUS$17.00

Santa Monica Salmon Salad / WrapUS$23.00

Taco Combos

BarbacoaUS$21.00

Steak

ChickenUS$19.00

Pork CarnitasUS$18.00

Red SnapperUS$19.00

ShrimpUS$19.00

VeggieUS$18.00

Lobster

Seasonal Specials

Seasonal SoupUS$9.00

Seasonal SoupUS$13.00

Teriyaki Portobello Tacos (Vegan)US$19.00

Enchiladas VerdesUS$21.00

Sizzling Fajitas

Farmers Market VeggieUS$24.00

Mary's ChickenUS$29.00

ShrimpUS$30.00

Steak

Combo: Pick TwoUS$32.00

Quesadillas

CheeseUS$13.00

Farmers Market VeggieUS$15.00

Mary's ChickenUS$17.00

ShrimpUS$19.00

Steak

Sides

Black BeansUS$6.00

Brown RiceUS$6.00

Mexican SlawUS$6.00

SM Farmers Market VeggiesUS$9.00

Elote (Shaved or on the cob)US$8.00

Salsas

TomatilloUS$4.00

Pico de GalloUS$4.00

Mojo de AjoUS$4.00

GuajilloUS$4.00

HabaneroUS$4.00

BPT Doggy Menu

El PerritoUS$4.00

El PerroUS$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Blue Plate Taco offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Blue Plate Taco restaurant rated?

Is Blue Plate Taco currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information