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Ivy at the Shore, Santa Monica, CA

Ivy at the Shore

4.8
4.8
3568 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Escape to Paradise at Ivy at the Shore Nestled near the iconic Santa Monica Pier, Ivy at the Shore offers a quintessential LA dining experience with stunning ocean views and a vibrant atmosphere. Indulge in fresh seafood like signature crab cakes, swordfish tacos, and Icelandic salmon. Explore Californian cuisine with classic dishes such as the Ivy Caesar salad, juicy burgers, and flavorful pasta. Immerse yourself in a tropical paradise with lush greenery, vibrant decor, and a spacious outdoor patio overlooking the ocean. Enjoy the renowned hospitality of The Ivy, with attentive staff ensuring a memorable dining experience. Perfect for special occasions, celebrate a romantic date night with breathtaking sunset views or enjoy family gatherings in a lively atmosphere. Impress clients with sophisticated business lunches. Make your reservation today and escape to paradise at Ivy at the Shore.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 08:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (310) 274-8303
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Irving
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for more information.
  • Area
    Santa Monica
  • Cross Street
    $15 for 1st 3 hrs w/validation, $20 for 3 hrs w/validation. $35 for others<
  • Parking details
    $17 first 3 hours with validation. $23 after 3 hours with validation.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Private dining

What 3,568 people are saying

Ivy at the Shore reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Westside

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ivy at the Shore offers a quintessential LA dining experience with "great food" and "amazing service" in a "beautiful atmosphere." Situated near Santa Monica Pier, it boasts a vibrant ambiance perfect for special occasions. Popular dishes include the crab cakes and swordfish tacos. While pricey, many patrons consider it worth the splurge.

3,568 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The starter was very nice. But the burger was less than average. Nice service. Overall overrated from my point of view.

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    Sacramento2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were outstanding! Can’t wait to return!

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  3. Gary

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service , very classic California

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  4. Chad

    Los Angeles42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy never disappoints. The staff are amazing and always make us feel welcome, which combined with excellent food and a great aesthetic make for a classic restaurant worth returning.

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  5. BridgetH

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at The Ivy at the Shore is always excellent! The scones are delish. The spicy corn chowder is so yummy! Our server Ray was very attentive. I always love the fresh roses on the table.

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  6. Kinsey VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite place in Santa Monica! Best service in the city.

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  7. Grover

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great place, but always try to get the tables closest to the water. It’s a wonderful part of the restaurant. The drinks are amazing, strong and perfectly prepared. If you’re having more than one you definitely do not want to be driving.

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  8. James VIP

    Los Angeles28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    James is amazing! In addition to the food, James makes our experience each time truly wonderful.

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  9. Dimitria

    New York City3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Valentines Day dinner was like a 3 ring circus in this place. The room we were placed in was freezing. Finally they turned on heaters 9:40 pm. They served us crab cakes appetizer 3 tiny Hockey pucks at $29. They looked liked they came out of the freezer and tossed into deep fryer. We sent it back. Waiter looked annoyed. So annoyed he ignored us and made us wait to take the rest of our order. We moved our seat into warmer climate and better treatment. The bread arrived. Warm but tasteless and low quality. Theres fabulous bread all over this city. Why in the world does this place serve this stuff? Pasta w seafood was acceptable Branzini w beans was a joke. White on white on white plate. They didn’t even try. Throw on a piece of parsley or something. I couldnt bring myself to taste any of it. Finally the waiter brought salmon dish. Something the kitchen knew what to do with. Delicious. Place used to be fabulous turned into tourist trap. Never again

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  10. Laura

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best date night spots in LA. Order the sundae for dessert !

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FAQs

Ivy at the Shore does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Ivy at the Shore is rated 4.8 stars by 3568 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ivy at the Shore

1535 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    $15 for 1st 3 hrs w/validation, $20 for 3 hrs w/validation. $35 for others<
  • Area
    Santa Monica
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 08:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    $17 first 3 hours with validation. $23 after 3 hours with validation.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Irving
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
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