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Ivy at the Shore, Santa Monica, CA

Ivy at the Shore

4.7
4.7
3528 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Wed–Fri 9:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 393-3113
  • 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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 3,528 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Westside

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ivy at the Shore in Santa Monica offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and a "beautiful ambiance." Located near the Pier, it boasts attentive staff and delicious seafood dishes like the lobster tagliatelle. Despite being "a bit pricey," guests appreciate the "friendly service" and "charming atmosphere."

3,528 Reviews
  1. Katherine

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, highly recommend the smoked salmon and crème fraîche pizza 

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  2. Ross

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! We loved the restaurant.

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  3. Sharine

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ivy at the Shore is a true gem in Santa Monica, offering an unforgettable dining experience. The ambiance is vibrant and welcoming, with colorful decor and ocean views that set the perfect tone for a leisurely meal. The standout dish for me was the Stone Crab. Perfectly chilled and served with a tangy mustard sauce, the crab was incredibly fresh and flavorful, highlighting the restaurant’s dedication to quality seafood. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring every detail was just right. The Ivy at the Shore is a must-visit for anyone seeking exceptional cuisine and a delightful atmosphere.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Gerardo

    VIP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Over priced. Great service and nice decor. Won’t be back though.

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  5. Suzette

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time I go here we have the best experience. Bring my family, my friends, tell my neighbors. We have been going here forever, and never disappoints. Do yourself a favor and try it, you will love it.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Gail

    Los Angeles

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One can always count on Ivy at the Shore for the finest food, friendly and professional service, and lovely ambience.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Bill

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our Thanksgiving dinner there - and it was wonderful. Lobster w/handmade tagliatelle in the Ivy's red sauce. I will remember this for a long time....!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. john

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful way to experience Thanksgiving. Great choices on the prefix menu and everything was perfect.

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  9. Robert

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Great service, atmosphere, and right across from the ocean.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Lori

    VIP

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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FAQs

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

Ivy at the Shore is rated 4.7 stars by 3528 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 37 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
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Wed–Fri 9:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (310) 393-3113
  • Catering
    Please contact us for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for more information.
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