Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Los Angeles

Guy H. • October 5, 2022We took the chicken butter, the beef curry and the dumplings. All was great, special tastes and so delisious.

Elyse E. • January 24, 2018Get here early! 11:30 or 11:45 usually doesn’t have a wait. Order 4-5 hand rolls, you can always add more. The scallops and salmon are delicious!

JJ T. • August 27, 2015Bowls with sushi and a variety of ingredients you can choose from. Really tasty, great value, lots of options.

Jonathan S. • August 19, 2018Had the Trust Me menu which was fantastic. Simply prepared and presented and so tasty.

Josh Y. • October 7, 2022The coffee and snacks are both good! Try their seasonal beans.

Global H. • March 24, 2015Great chipotle chicken sandwich, wonderful salads, pleasant carrot cake, and passable french press coffee.

Ghyda • August 30, 2021Classic avocado toast, lavender bloom latte and french toast latte all very yummmm😋

Bianca • July 9, 2022Lovely patio, amazing staff. The menu changed but don’t miss the nectarines dish, the tomatoes salad, the lamb and their signature chicken. Delicious!

ashley t. • January 20, 2016Amazing sandwiches! Pork belly banh mi, not so fried chicken. Don't forget to try the sides - curried couscous is amazing.

Drew S. • March 2, 2015Great reasonably-priced food and BYOB with a great patio less than 2 blocks from the beach. Say no more.

Amanda • July 8, 2015The jellyfish salad and kaya bread were awesome - everything else was also fabulous

Liz T. • March 1, 2019Their donuts are amazeballs! They have great monthly specials & apple fritters on Fridays!

Sam L. • July 11, 2015Try Their pizza! Awesome! They serve parmesan cheese, herb and olive oil as condiment with pizzas, which "amplify" the taste of pizza.

Jon. A. • August 11, 2014The miso soup with mushrooms is a must. Great combinations of ingredients. A good deal for a starter. Serves 1 very well.

Chantel S. • April 6, 2019Try the Barrio Taco Chef’s recommendation. It’s so good! Also the prickly pear margarita!

Rita S. • January 4, 2019Try the whipped eggplant, one of the best dishes here! 🍆

Rayshawn W. • June 3, 2016The key lime pie is a must try. The surrounding crust is delicious.

Stephen K. • September 9, 2014Amazing and large sandwiches. Best in Santa Monica. Extremely popular. I recommend ordering online to cut down wait time.

Adrian P. • August 16, 2014Happy hour all day until 7pm. Get there around 5-ish as it gets pretty crazy at 6pm. The Misfit cocktail is highly recommended (it's like a Negroni)

Jason M. • April 2, 2018Excellent pasta and huge cheese menu. The daily pastas tossed in the cheese wheels are awesome.

Julie C. • January 24, 2011The coconut shrimp sushi was incredible! Best Cesar salad ever!

Jonathan C. • September 25, 2019One of the few remaining original Santa Monica spots. They’ve done a good job preserving its soul and local appeal. Great for people watching, a cold beer, and good bar food! Exceptional staff!

Jas R. • March 31, 2017Great diversity of vegetarian salads as well as vegan alternatives&nice music. Recommendation for the warm&tasty Shroomami bowl.

Aleksandra B. • March 13, 2014Get the cortado! The Danish is very delicious. I love the sleek interior and location of this place. Definitely will come back!

Abigail K. • June 6, 2016The Parmesan rind minestrone is one the best vegetarian soups I've ever had. Don't miss it!

Deborah S. • August 20, 2016Maple pecan special.flavor today!! Hope they keep it. Tiny shop, ice cream, baked treats. Just perfect and just what Montana needed:-)

Andrew Z. • December 14, 2014Carnitas burrito and a chorizo taco is my standard. Top notch auga fresca, and a solid make your own salsa bar.

YJ H. • February 10, 2019Fresh seafood!!! Pan fried Chilean sea bass was great! I wish I could get just grilled fish from the counter.

Bridget G. • January 29, 2022LOVED this spot. Oxtail dumplings, charred gem lettuce, duck & chocolate coconut dessert were fantastic.

Chris B. • March 13, 2010Went there for a birthday dinner. Consensus: absolutely delicious! One friend said it was the best Italian food he had ever had in the USA!