If you're looking for a rooftop cocktail, a cool beach bar, just the right atmosphere or a luxurious breakfast with views, this is my go-to The best places to eat in Santa Monica.
Santa Monica Nightlife scene Offers everything from a pool terrace overlooking the beach to a diving bar to a live music venue, as well as making your time happy!
They all have a relaxing atmosphere, mostly outdoor activities or outdoor areas (as you can do it in the weather here!), and you can definitely do it on Saturday nights, on special occasions or just for a drink after a drink.
Spoilers – No special order, this is my choice for the best place to eat in Santa Monica!
1. elephant
This restaurant is currently the hottest property in Santa Monica. It doesn't have the best view and can be recovered from Ocean Drive, but you can see the sea.
However, there is a menu that attracts a fabulous cocktail and a plate of legendary blown eggplant and puff bread.
I really like Aubergine (Aubergine, we call it Aubergine) and I asked the waitress if she would give me a recipe and she told me what was inside. I did it now at home and nailed it – if I say that myself.
This is My imitation recipe whipped eggplant. Super simple!
2. bungalow
bungalow At Fairmont, the Miramar Hotel has been waiting forever to explode to the scene and is now my go-to choice for a leisurely beach atmosphere, to attend classes.
I remember staying in the hotel a few years ago and now the space of the bungalow on the right side of the entrance is just a meeting room!
Today, this lovely outdoor cocktail lounge is almost on the beach (well-it's across the beach), but in the end, its location and charm are recognized, it pairs with a suit and comes with cocktails!
Now, in the bungalow you will find an eclectic combination of mismatched furniture scattered under the trees, with lighting and outdoor furniture dotted with fire pits. This is a leisurely atmosphere inside and outside.
Comfortable by the indoor fireplace, sink into a leather suite, play in the pool or hide in a small corner to quiet te te te te , or sit outside under a tree and soak up the night with a few delicious cocktails.
3. Governor
This is a different hotel bar. Governor Probably the most inconspicuous Santa Monica hotel (don't blink, you'll miss it).
It was an office building from the 60s that now hides a chin-inspired stylish hall (with an indoor bar) and a cool pool area surrounded by cabins and high winged chairs.
Governor (and Tides in Miami We stayed in) designed by my Girl-Crush Kelly Wearstler. I just love what she did with a very ordinary office canvas, transforming this place into my choice of chic restaurants and bars in Santa Monica.
It was a pleasant time book for your team, but when I was there the last time they were empty, so we just dialed ourselves alone and chose the Charcuterie plate with cocktails. Perfect place.
It's a great hotel for dinner or start (or end) your evening in a wonderful atmosphere.
4. Regent Santa Monica Beach
this Regent Santa Monica Beach Hotel (Formerly Loews) underwent a $4 million renovation and provided some lovely dining space for those of us who weren't at home.
But if you are a hotel guest, you can also sit in the poolside and in the front row cabins with views of the Santa Monica Pier and Muscle Beach.
I came here for breakfast and enjoyed it on my last visit. Salmon and small bag and salmon on latte. It beat me, but it was worth it for the whole luxurious atmosphere! Then I walked to the elevator at the beach end and strolled to the dock.
5. Georgia Hotels
The iconic lady of Santa Monica's main Ocean Avenue has been overseeing the city's events since 1933.
I've lived Georgians Back in 2010, we were a few nights on our honeymoon, so since it was a long time between drinks, I popped up cocktails in the sunshine of Magic Time.
They added some street seating to the sidewalk, followed by the main lobby restaurant and bar. But I fantasize about sitting in the last sun in the afternoon drinking my blue gin sour.
6. Eden Roof
This style of Art Deco hotel (formerly Sonder and Shangri La) is now the Garden of Eden.
When I showed up recently, they told me that their roof was undergoing a huge renovation and it didn't open until after summer. But enjoyed the scenery Pacific is worthy of your list.
7. The Loft of the Huntley Hotel
Don't you just like bartenders? exist Huntley Hotel (That's why they're there! Malibu Beach Then to Hollywood.
This is what you call Ultra Lounge – the iconic LA experience. A great occasion. This is also where you want to come across a rich suit, so I told me…
8. Casadel Mar
Terrazza Lounge is the beachfront terrace bar and Al Fresco restaurant Casa del Marone of the best beachfront hotels in Santa Monica. This is your perfect sunset location from 7am, dinner and even breakfast.
They also have an indoor cabin lounge that provides a more intimate setting. It would be ideal to catch up with girls in this magnificent ancient hotel that opened in 1926 and is the main playground for the Hollywood A-Listers. Now we!
9. lobster
lie in Santa Monica Pier,,,,, lobster It is a delicious seafood restaurant founded in 1923 and is one of the places we eat in Santa Monica.
We brought our friends here for amazing lobsters, crab legs and everything in between! They also serve steak so your meat pie person will be fine 😀
It highly praised itself as a great place for the iconic view of the Movie Pier.
While it is known for its delicious food, they have a small little bar on the outdoor terrace which is really a place to wait for the table, but the views are excellent, so it makes the best bar on the Santa Monica list the best bar!
Lobsters are famous for their truffle fries (reliably tell me they are the best on earth – even described as cracks!) The terrace overlooks the 100-year-old Santa Monica Pier with a huge Ferris wheel.
The place is cool too, with local celebrities dropping a few dollars on lobsters throughout Maine.
10. The seaside on the pier
As the name implies, The seaside on the pier The restaurant is located on the famous Santa Monica Pier, which means there is no better view of the ocean or sunset than here!
You can dine (their soft serve ice cream push pop is famous).
But the seaside on the pier is famous for the best fish and chips in Santa Monica! The menu is casual and affordable. Also check out lobster rolls, crab cakes, poboys and burgers.
11. PiersideHotel
I was at my feet all day and when I lived in Piedside, located opposite the entrance to Santa Monica Pier, I decided to go on the surfing fox on the ground floor with a lobster roll and a glass of wine.
This is a super convenient location, right in Stores in Santa Monica Plazastop.
12. Mariasol
Just now Santa Monica Pierwhere Route 66 officially ends, is the best place for sunset views: Mariasol. This is a simple Mexican restaurant with indoor and outdoor tables and epic views.
You certainly won’t have a great day on a windy day, but for lunch or dinner or a margarita in between, it’s a cheap and cheerful option and a nice reward for wandering on the pier.
13.
One of the latest dining options in Santa Monica is Din Tai Fung. If you want to eat dumplings, or just Chinese food, head to the store’s fourth-floor rooftop of Santa Monica Square.
This hidden gem is scattered across a large space, so grab a table in the afternoon sun and peek over the ocean, order small bao, and don't spray the soup on your nose!
14. Lauro Santa Monica
Lauro It is a French/California restaurant, also on the rooftop of Santa Monica Place, opposite Din Tai Fung. It has a European menu with pasta, pizza, French cuisine and a cool California vibe.
Perfect for brunch, enjoy the sea or see girls drinking and biting. Or go all out and get 20 ounces of Rib Flambe for $119!
15. Elwyn Hotel High
Actually located in Venice Beach, Erwin Hotelaptly called High, and lists this list of amazing unexploded sunset views. It is located at the location of medical marijuana sold in “Doctor's Clinic” below – you will smell the medicine.
The hotel is about 200m from the beach and two miles from Santa Monica. It has voted in the top 20 rooftop bars in the United States. We live in Erwin And I really like its casual and fashionable atmosphere and a great location.
Sitting in front of the flame heater and watching the sun. sublimation.
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