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Indian13/20
 
2627 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-586-7469 | Menu
  
 Reliable Indian cuisine at multiple accessible locations. Read GAYOT's Akbar Restaurant Review

 
 
Thai13/20
 
606 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-9658 | Menu
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 Reasonably priced creative Thai fare in a rather pleasant setting. Read GAYOT's Bangkok West Thai Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
2301 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
310-453-5442 | Menu
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 Despite the name, this is almost exclusively an Italian restaurant, with a long menu of pasta, osso buco, veal Marsala and more. Set in a historic building, the dining room is casually elegant. Read GAYOT's Bistro of Santa Monica Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Breakfast		12/20
 
1415 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-260-8877 | Menu
  
 Old-fashioned American food cooked with a surprisingly sophisticated touch in a chic but homey storefront. Read GAYOT's Blue Plate Restaurant Review

 
 
Small Plates/
Wine Bar		No Rating
 
Santa Monica Place
226 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-752-2701
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 A wine bar and small plates spot located in the Nordstrom at Santa Monica Place. Read GAYOT's Blue Stove Restaurant Review

 
 
South American/
Sandwiches/
Café		Quick Bite
 
1741 Ocean Park Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-581-2344
  
 This Santa Monica café offers a variety of salads, sandwiches and arepas (South American corncakes). Read GAYOT's bolivar cafe & gallery Restaurant Review

 
 
GastropubNo Rating
 
2435 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-450-3434
  
 A Santa Monica gastropub with an eclectic menu. Read GAYOT's Brick + Mortar Restaurant Review

 
 
Asian12/20
 
205 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-458-2500 | Menu
  
 Figure a semi-upscale joint serving Asian-inspired light dishes. Read GAYOT's Buddha's Belly Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
American/
Bar		13/20
 
3110 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
310-828-4567 | Menu
  
 Even suffering through a blow-out can be fun while enjoying filet mignon and oysters at this hip So-Cal sports bar/nightclub. Read GAYOT's Busby's Restaurant Review

 
 
Eclectic/
California		13/20
 
1534 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-829-3990 | Menu
  
 This bustling establishment offers a menu of reliable dishes such as crab cakes with triple citrus-Chardonnay reduction and pumpkin ravioli. Read GAYOT's Cafe Montana Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian		12/20
 
210 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-393-9335 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Santa Monica location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Small Plates		No Rating
 
2460 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-828-2115
  
 A lounge-style space featuring live entertainment nightly and haute American comfort food. Read GAYOT's The Charleston Restaurant Review

 
 
Continental11/20
 
1657 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-1741 | Menu
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 A dark, atmospheric and friendly maritime dive serving decent retro fare like steak au poivre and sand dabs. Read GAYOT's Chez Jay Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
1025 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-899-1106 | Menu
  
 The Mexican cuisine mainstay draws those in search of good margaritas and a fun atmosphere. Read GAYOT's El Cholo Restaurant Review

 
 
Burgers/
California/
Tapas		Quick Bite
 
1018 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-393-2337 | Menu
  
 Accomplished chef Sang Yoon serves Spanish-inspired tapas and one of the best burgers you'll find anywhere. Read GAYOT's Father's Office Restaurant Review

 
 
Café/
Breakfast/
Bakery		Quick Bite
 
1014 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-451-2311 | Menu
  
 This offshoot of Rustic Canyon Wine Bar & Seasonal Kitchen features handcrafted breads and pastries, along with breakfast and lunch items. Read GAYOT's Huckleberry Cafe & Bakery Restaurant Review

 
 
MexicanNo Rating
 
Santa Monica Place
395 Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-393-3300 | Menu
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 Chef Richard Sandoval's version of modern Mexican cuisine. Read GAYOT's La Sandia Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican14/20
 
1416 Fourth St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-656-7017 | Menu
  
 Stylish Westside offshoot of famed East L.A. Mexican landmark. Read GAYOT's La Serenata de Garibaldi Santa Monica Restaurant Review

 
 
Bar/
Small Plates		No Rating
 
JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot
1740 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-395-9700
  
 A poolside terrace offering small plates and creative cocktails. Read GAYOT's Le Troquet Patio Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
California		11/20
 
1008 Montana Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-394-8888 | Menu
  
 Although a chain, Louise's projects the feel of an intimate neighborhood trattoria. Read GAYOT's Louise's Trattoria Restaurant Review

 
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