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.

Connie C. • December 5, 2017Good deals on the set menu! My favs are the salmon, blue crab, lobster, and uni! The uni is so good. I thought the salmon sashimi dish was alright.

Marty A. • February 11, 2013The Trust Me is a great way to start, but make sure to check out the rest of the menu. The unagi is fantastic!

Katherine D. • July 2, 2017This was incredibly fresh and friendly. Had albacore and ahi tuna. So tasty.

Bajda S. • February 22, 2017I had the prosciutto chicken salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, roasted pepper and roasted nuts with basil something dressing - sooo good!! Big portion, nice staff, recommended!

Krissie K. • December 5, 2012Healthy, clean food. Love the mash potatoes!

Zaïsha S. • October 22, 2018Amazing coffee, some of the best third wave coffee I’ve had in LA...and a beautiful space and vibe

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

المهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيال • October 24, 2016Causal coffee shop with lovely doughnuts and coffees. Loved the berry and the chocolate ones 😍

cory l. • March 25, 2010Tomato Rice Soup is awesome. One of the best Coffee's in town.

Daniel R. • November 23, 2010crab cakes are tiny but really good. ceviche is pretty good too

Justin M. • January 25, 2015Great vibe. Juicy chicken and weekend brunch deals that are on point. Lemonade washes it all down nicely.

Amber B. • May 4, 2013Try the chefs special burger. Always new always good.

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

Andrea D. • January 20, 2016Great little spot right by the Santa Monica pier. Awesome beer choices, friendly staff and wonderful atmosphere

bene l. • December 27, 2017grilled bread with chickpea curry & pork belly vermicelli

Daniel A. • December 27, 2019Haven’t found a bad fish yet here. Try the sausage ravioli, the roasted chicken, and save room for dessert! The sticky date bundt cake with ice cream on top is phenomenal (maybe best dessert in LA?)

Nicole M. • January 3, 2015Shrimp + polenta is out of this world. Then again so is everything.

Can K. • April 267/10 eggplant purée with amazing bread, steak and pastas 🤌

Cheryl N. • March 7, 2013Lamb belly is to die for. Tender and unctuous

Rachel K. • January 9, 2016Pastas are great here, but let's talk cheese selection! 30 cheese from soft to blue cheese to hard cheese for $6-8 each and you can make your own cheese plate with figs, honey, walnut bread and more.

Tony O. • November 5, 2011The prime rib french dip sliders are a must! Melt in your mouth delicious.

Justin O. • February 11, 2012Medicine Man is refreshing. Miso soup a must. Kale Pizza - awesome.

Lauren F. • August 5, 2015Everything here is amazing. I always get an Italian sub with the works!

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

DJ S. • November 20, 2015Great variety of simple, tastful salads. Great tea options too!

g o. • June 19, 2015A fine wine selection. We had a Chateau Montelena Chardonnay (2012) with dinner. An outstanding combination!

Tanya L. • December 21, 2010Portobello salad with fried arugula is a must have!

Lee R. • September 30, 2013Creekstone Farms' Brisket Hash. Brisket Hash! Enough said.

Clean Bay R. • January 8, 2013Bodega Wine Bar is part of the Clean Bay Restaurant Program, helping in the reduction of stormwater pollution in the Santa Monica Bay! To learn more, visit