Restaurants near Santa Monica Beach

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Water Grill - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(5974)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Santa Monica

Booked 58 times today

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.

2. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3406)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 40 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. Ivy at the Shore

4.7

Exceptional(3519)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 17 times today

To our Ivy family,Starting March 21st Ivy at the Shore will be open Tuesday - Sunday until the end of summer. See you soon!

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4. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.5

Awesome(1479)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 13 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

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5. True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica

4.3

Awesome(1527)

Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Monica

Booked 5 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.

6. Marelle

4.2

Awesome(36)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Marelle, where the culinary mastery of Chef Raphael Lunetta meets the serene beauty of Santa Monica's coastline. Marelle is nestled on Ocean Avenue, just steps away from the sandy shores, offering an elevated dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of California.Marelle, meaning "Star of the Sea," offers a menu that celebrates the bounty of land and sea, featuring signature dishes like Hamachi Crudo, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Pan Roasted King Salmon, and 12 oz New York Steak. Our bar program, curated by Amanda Fewster, includes unique cocktails such as “La Vie En Rose” and “Star of the Sea” (our famous seashell cocktail). Designed by Gulla Jónsdóttir, Marelle's space reflects natural beauty and elegance, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor dining. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Coastal California.Parking is $10 for the first 4 hours with validation.For private events, emailreservations@marelle.com.

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7. Orla - Regent Santa Monica

4.2

Awesome(12)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 6 times today

Orla draws inspiration from the bustling markets of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, showcasing the richness of regional flavors and traditional cooking techniques. Embark on a culinary journey, where every bite resonates with the zest of an authentic Mediterranean dining experience.

8. The Surfing Fox

4.3

Awesome(100)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 21 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.

9. Blue Plate Taco

4.5

Awesome(973)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

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 10 minutes.

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10. Sushi Roku - Santa Monica

4.6

Exceptional(1141)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées. Delivery Available through ChowNow.RobataBar, located behind Sushi Roku features robatayaki style skewers, tapas style sashimi dishes, and sushi.

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A great meal tonight… from the host desk to the kitchen and especially our server Stacy… everything was perfect.
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Lorivip
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
5.0
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Had a wonderful experience for Thanksgiving dinner. Food was delicious and the service was fabulous. It had been awhile since we had dined there so it was good to have such an enjoyable experience.
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Clairevip
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience celebrating our anniversary together at Meat on Ocean. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and both the hostess and our server was so sweet to wish us a happy anniversary. The food was amazing, the service excellent and we had a WONDERFUL time! We cannot wait to go back!
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Meat On OceanPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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Gustavo
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
North Italia is our go to spot for Italian in Santa Monica. We love the high ceilings, open kitchen, great service and quality food. We’ve been here for years and never been disappointed.
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North Italia - Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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Jasmine
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 Nov 2024
Food was Great! customer service awesome will go back any day. I will be in town for a few days big possiblity of going back .
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Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.3

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Water Grill - Santa Monica

2. Meat On Ocean

3. Ivy at the Shore

4. North Italia - Santa Monica

5. True Food Kitchen - Santa Monica

6. Marelle

7. Orla - Regent Santa Monica

8. The Surfing Fox

9. Blue Plate Taco

10. Sushi Roku - Santa Monica

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