Sandpiper at Oceana

4.9

11 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for scenic views

Explore Sandpiper Restaurant at Hotel Oceana, serving up creatively composed, chef-driven cuisine. Even the most refined palettes will find complete epicurean satisfaction in a selection of locally sourced artisanal offerings, made to enjoy in quintessentially Santa Monica restaurant settings.

Oceana’s intimate, exclusive culinary experiences celebrate Southern California’s bounty through sophisticated, imaginative cuisine by pairing locally sourced produce and artisanal purveyors from Santa Monica Farmers Market with an exquisite ambiance. Oceana’s Executive Chef, Alex Fregoso, marries hyper-local flavors with exquisite craftsmanship for a refined farm-to-table experience like no other. The elegant, airy interior and exterior settings meld with the nearby beach for a setting as iconic as the menu.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(310) 393-0486
Website
http://www.hoteloceanasantamonica.com/
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Alex Fregoso

Location
849 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403-1003
Area
Santa Monica
Cross Street
Idaho Avenue
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

Italian BurrataUS$30.00
Pear | Persimmon | Pomegranate | Red Cabbage | Crispy Prosciutto
Tomato Soup with Gourmet Grilled CheeseUS$27.00
Tuscan Roasted Fennel and Tomato Soup | Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Cheese on Sourdough
Tuna TartarUS$28.00
Big Eye Tuna | Crushed Avocado | Wonton Chips | Soy-Sesame Vinaigrette
Hamachi CrudoUS$30.00
Fresh Yellowtail | Buttermilk | Dill | Poppy Seeds
GuacamoleUS$24.00
Salsa Roja | Tortilla Chips

S A L A D S

Chop It Up US$28.00
Little Gem Lettuce | Farmer's Market Fresh Vegetables | Avocado | Champagne-Herb Vinaigrette
Seaside Caesar US$25.00
Little Gem Lettuce | Cherry Tomatoes | House Sourdough Croutons | Parmesan-Anchovy Dressing

M A I N S

Vegan Quinoa Bowl US$32.00
Quinoa | Garlic | Shallots | Zucchini | Broccoli | Cherry Tomatoes | Carrots | Mushrooms | Avocado | Lemon
Tuna Salad SandwichUS$28.00
Ca D'oro Sourdough | Lettuce | Tomato | Daikon Sprouts
Oceana Lobster RollUS$44.00
Chilled Maine Lobster | Sweet Corn Relish | Toasted Brioche Bun
Chef's Turkey SandwichUS$30.00
Ca D'oro Sourdough | Smoked Bacon | Lettuce | Tomato | Avocado | Cranberry Mayo
Fried Chicken SandwichUS$32.00
Buttermilk Marinated Fried Chicken Breast | Tomato | Slaw | Jalapeno-Herb Aioli | Brioche Bun
Branzino Fish Tacos US$34.00
(2) Per Order | Chipotle Crema | Cabbage | Watermelon Radish | Pickled Red Onion | Avocado | Cilantro | House Tortilla Chips
Wagyu Cheeseburger US$35.00
Lettuce | Tomato | Pickled Red Onion | Secret Sauce | White Cheddar
Ora King Salmon Poke Bowl US$35.00
Ginger-Scallion Rice | Avocado | Seaweed Salad | English Cucumber | Watermelon Radish

D E S S E R T

Brownie SundaeUS$18.00
Salted Fudge Brownie | Whipped Cream | Vanilla Gelato | Chocolate Drizzle
Warmed Cookie TrioUS$14.00
Chocolate Chip | White Chocolate Macadamia Nut | Oatmeal Raisin
Scoops of Ice Cream and SorbetUS$8.00
Vanilla Bean or Chocolate Ice Cream | Raspberry or Mango Sorbet

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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11 Reviews

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Penny
Orange County
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with delicious food that was presented well. Quiet place with ocean view and excellent service. Definitely recommend this restaurant and hotel.
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Jaxkhammer
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 July 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
It was a disappointing experience. There was a long wait from ordering to receiving the food and drinks, not to mention the costly parking at the hotel. The food was good, but waiting for service took away from the food experience, It felt like the restaurant was understaffed, with the waiters actually making the drinks and servicing the clientele. I wouldn't be surprised if they were actually cooking the food. Our Amuse Bouche came after our appetizers and during our salad serving. Overall, it was not a very good experience for such a beautiful venue.
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AidaK
VIP
Los Angeles
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 25 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was so inviting. Service was really nice and food was great.
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Ralph
VIP
Los Angeles
83 reviews
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on 12 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a relaxing lunch. Wonderful service more than anything.
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AlexK
New York City
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on 2 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wide variety of menu items, all of which were terrific. The service was highly attentive without being overbearing. We will definitely be back.
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BenjaminV
VIP
Des Moines
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 25 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is very, very good for a hotel restaurant. Small place with distant ocean views and views of the park. Ora King Salmon was excellent on cous cous. Breakfasts are expensive but high quality.
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RyanfromRC
Orange County
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oceana and its restaurant, Sandpiper, are stunning!!! The service is top notch, the ambiance is intimate and offers ocean views, the staff ultra friendly and charming and the food outstanding!!! I’ll be back!
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Marina
Los Angeles
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food and service were phenomenal. The chairs were too low. I saw the upgrade renderings for the new space. Exactly what it needs!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved my experience at Sandpiper, Jonathan and Bella were very knowledgeable of the food, Jonathan gave his recommendations and they did not disappoint, Marissa always made sure we were ok and enjoyed our time, could not have asked for a better experience, highly recommend 11/10 🙌🏽
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BeachBetty
VIP
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 14 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Sandpiper was wonderful, made all the more remarkable by the attentive and delightful Oceana team, from the front desk and Sandpiper wait staff to their amazing sommelier, Monsieur Lepetit. We enjoyed every moment we got to relax and take in the tastes, sights and casual elegance of The Sandpiper for a dear friend's birthday. It was a quiet evening for a Saturday, perhaps as this intimate eatery was just recently opened to the non-hotel public? Perhaps not so recent, but certainly new to us so please go experience before word gets out and every table is booked in this cozy eatery ensconced within the Oceana. We did not get a chance to experience the rooftop terrace, but have heard great things so looking forward to it the next time. Such a lovely boutique hotel with every detail attended to, from the magical fireplaces in both the hotel lobby and inside the Sandpiper itself to the gorgeous poolside tables. We dined indoors with an ocean view of the sunset peeking thru the Palisades Park foliage across the street. The restaurant is small (perhaps a dozen tables?), situated one floor above Ocean Avenue, hosting a full bar and a remarkably well-versed sommelier. We loved every sip of the rose bubbles and wine selection M. Lepetit presented as well as our amuse-bouche and entrees. There are many delightful choices, but do not miss the lavender butter...apparently a signature of The Sandpiper. Just wow! The grilled cauliflower was a stand out as was the chicken and the salmon. We closed the evening with the expresso martinis and a beautiful birthday plate of fresh chocolate-drizzled strawberries and macarons. Absolute perfection. All in all, a delightful experience all the way around and one we gals hope to soon revisit!
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FAQs

Sandpiper at Oceana is rated 4.9 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 4 times today

849 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403-1003

Additional information

Cross Street
Idaho Avenue
Area
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
Cash not accepted
Executive Chef
Alex Fregoso
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

Website
http://www.hoteloceanasantamonica.com/
Phone number
(310) 393-0486

Sandpiper at Oceana

Make a booking

Additional information

Menu

S T A R T E R S

Italian BurrataUS$30.00

Tomato Soup with Gourmet Grilled CheeseUS$27.00

Tuna TartarUS$28.00

Hamachi CrudoUS$30.00

GuacamoleUS$24.00

S A L A D S

Chop It Up US$28.00

Seaside Caesar US$25.00

M A I N S

Vegan Quinoa Bowl US$32.00

Tuna Salad SandwichUS$28.00

Oceana Lobster RollUS$44.00

Chef's Turkey SandwichUS$30.00

Fried Chicken SandwichUS$32.00

Branzino Fish Tacos US$34.00

Wagyu Cheeseburger US$35.00

Ora King Salmon Poke Bowl US$35.00

D E S S E R T

Brownie SundaeUS$18.00

Warmed Cookie TrioUS$14.00

Scoops of Ice Cream and SorbetUS$8.00

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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