Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Santa Monica

162 restaurants available nearby

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1. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.3

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 30 times today

Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300

2. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3440)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 53 times today

Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.

3. The Surfing Fox

4.1

Excellent(102)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 23 times today

The Surfing Fox is a chilled-out gathering spot serving up coastal California cuisine on a plate (or in a glass!) with a generous side of good times and vibes. Whether you're spending the day hanging ten or hanging out, come take it easy with us from dawn to dusk.

4. Orto Santa Monica

4.7

Exceptional(1102)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 1 time today

Growing up in Italy, my family cooked at home and had the most extraordinary experiences with ingredients grown in our backyard, paired with the wines my chef/restaurateur stepfather would bring back from regions throughout Italy. I fell in love with food as a child watching my stepfather, once nominated a top chef in Italy, work in restaurant kitchens and floors. Moving to California in 1991 and subsequently to Santa Monica and experiencing the Farmers Market inspired me to start Orto - Italian for “vegetable garden” - where I meld local ingredients and organic herbs grown here at the restaurant to create traditional Italian recipes. At our bar you’ll find a cocktail list created from fresh herbs and premium spirits, and our wine list focuses on sustainable and organic producers. Andrea InioHappy Hour Monday-Thursday 5-7pmValidated parking is available for $7 for 3 hours at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (enter on 5th street, behind the Citibank)

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5. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.4

Awesome(1496)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 43 times today

Everyone has a favorite dish at North. Every day, our Chefs start from scratch to create handmade pizza and pasta using only the best ingredients to craft inspired dishes from the garden, farm, and sea. North defines the standards for handcrafted Italian. Our menu offers a great selection of antipasti (daily soup, charcuterie, bruschetta), salads full of seasonal ingredients, and a main entrée menu driven by both traditional Italian cuisine and lighter fresh fish dishes. North is a great neighborhood spot for family and friends to meet and share a handcrafted experience. From the food to the service, at North every detail matters. Due to recent current events, we will be only open for to go sales only at this point in time. Thank you for your understanding

6. Massilia

4.7

Exceptional(825)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 12 times today

Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm

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7. True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica

4.4

Awesome(1536)

Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 30 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Santa Monica for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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8. King & Queen Cantina - Santa Monica

4.2

Awesome(143)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

*WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME*King and Queen Cantina brings a Latin flavor to Santa Monica. Our colorful skull décor makes for a Dia de Los Muertos theme all year long. Prepare to “fiesta like there’s no mañana” with our unique menu adding an Asian infusion and an urban twist. The concept created by the owner Mr.Tempo will make you live an incredible experience from bar to kitchen to service - one of a kind. #MASCHINGON

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9. Élephante Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1422)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 345 times today

Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.

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10. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4320)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 25 times today

Discover one of the best places to eat in Santa Monica! The Penthouse offers guests a dramatic 18th-floor rooftop dining experience, complete with panoramic ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves. Sip signature craft cocktails or indulge in contemporary Mediterranean inspired California cuisine. The Penthouse provides a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience and is among the best places to eat in Santa Monica.

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William
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
An epic steakhouse with a wonderful staff, fantastic menu and outstanding atmosphere. Ocean view tops it all off nicely. Have been wanting to go here for a while and found a good excuse to gather a bunch of friends for lunch - a perfect venue for a lively, comfortable social gathering - food was absolutely delicious and bar cocktails are unique and satisfying. I think I speak for our group when I say I can't wait to come back soon.
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Meat On OceanPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Shalimar
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Sofia, our server, was friendly and helped make our dinner experience lovely.
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North Italia - Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.4
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JoelleVIP
Jackson Hole / Wyoming •1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
This place is terrific! Very quaint and lovely ambience… The food was terrific! Especially the chicken scallopini alimony, which was delicious! Everything was wonderful and the owner is very charming and provided great service! Strongly recommend this place especially for locals!
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Orto Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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India
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
The food and service was amazing! I have the Lobster Linguine and the flavor was top tier! Will definitely be back.
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Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.3
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Grace
Las Vegas •1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 Dec 2024
Very nice place for breakfast or brunch. Very cute ambiance, friendly service and delicious food. Notes: I would sit indoors as the view outside is more street than ocean and the street there has a lot of traffic. Parking at the hotel valet is expensive even with validation, so if you have time to park in one of the local structures and walk over, that's a more economical choice.
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The Surfing FoxPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.1

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1. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

2. Meat On Ocean

3. The Surfing Fox

4. Orto Santa Monica

5. North Italia - Santa Monica

6. Massilia

7. True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica

8. King & Queen Cantina - Santa Monica

9. Élephante Santa Monica

10. The Penthouse Restaurant

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