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Upper West
American Restaurant$$$$
Santa Monica
"Blue cheese chips, blackened salmon and chicken tawwouk 👌🏻"(3 Tips)
"Burrata + burger + lychee martini = perfect dinner!"(6 Tips)
"the drinks have all been good but the watermelon mojito is amazing."(4 Tips)
"Ahi taco appetizer, duck meatballs, & Giselle crab cake are yummy!"(7 Tips)
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Ed KaminskyAugust 6, 2017We ate with our friends Scott and Amy and ordering apps was a great start , 3 was the right amount - Thai Peanut Noodles served cold, Ahi Tacos - had a little kick, and the buratta - amazingly fresh.
Tara DîanaNovember 9, 2015The drinks here are stellar. The watermelon mojito - I would drink that daily, if it was a healthy life choice. My friend ordered the ginger Cosmo and loved it! The crispy chicken and burrata were 👍
John AntonyFebruary 27, 2014Really impressed with this place. Get yourself a Macallan Snake Bite. Almost all their food on the menu are amazing. Chicken Tawook was delicious. Enjoy the good time.
Fabian AlsultanyNovember 3, 2013Roasted corn soup with falafel, simply rich and incredible. The crab cake sandwich is probably the best I have had since moving to LA. Had the chips their famous chips and blue cheese. Amazing.- Elle CameronNovember 5, 2013The picante margarita is delicious but super spicy! You can ask for less spice and an extra splash of agave, sooo good! Love the corn soup, mussels are amazing, short rib is too notch!
Elad BenistiAugust 26, 2011Santa Monica Restaurants provides a welcome change to those in Santa Monica, Venice or West LA looking for something approachable but still creative, romantic and fun. Happy Hour too and lunch! Read more
Orlando CarafaSeptember 2, 2015Very good dinner the octopus salad I could not distinguish the flavors cheese cracker on top wrong combination service was ok to our surprise check was brought to the table without asking for desserts- by far the best mac n cheese in la. omg. wow. blt also maybe the best one ever made. the drinks have all been good but the watermelon mojito is amazing. i also say the bread pudding if u do dessert
- Elle CameronOctober 14, 2013Ahi taco appetizer, duck meatballs, & Giselle crab cake are yummy! Also the watermelon mojito is delish if you like sweeter tropical drinks.
Kelly BoneFebruary 21, 2014Eggs and dairy are laced throughout the patty, toppings and bun making this a non-vegan friendly veggie burger
Dory BenamiDecember 6, 2012Bread pudding yummy. Lamb Crepe double yum. A bit noisy cause of terrible acoustics so plan on shouting a bit if the restaurant is full so you can hear whoever you are seated next to.
Jason H.May 13, 2016Great small bites. Nice place to hang and have a drink. Ahi tacos were a winner.
Garrett PendergraftJuly 20, 2016The blue cheese chips are good, but super heavy. The wild mushrooms and roasted sweet corn are also good, but maybe a little too rich.
Neiki UllahJanuary 19, 2016V yummy. Had octopus carpaccio, eggplant steaks, lamb crepes, and pork chop.
Meg FarmerOctober 8, 2014Absolutely adore the atmosphere here- always reminded me of nyc. Veggie burger is killer.
C ReyDecember 11, 20112 appetizers. 6 entrees. 3 desserts. All awesome. Can't go wrong with anything here... That is if you like good Contemporary American food.
Jordan VadnaisMay 9, 2010The burrata is amazing and unique. Apples, berries, and croutons give it amazing flavor and texture. Get that, the Tawook, and a Honey Rye cocktail or 2 and call it a meal.
Naz F. GérdabiJune 7, 2013Love the staff, so knowledgable of all wines. This is the place i always end up discovering a new fav bottle of red :)
Jessica LokumkiattikulJune 30, 2012Short rib sandwich, BLT and veggie burger was sooo good! Wouldnt order the ahi tuna tacos again though. Portions were too small but was tasty.
The ArtificialNovember 27, 2017Upper West is a great place for a nice dinner and cocktail that doesn't break the bank.
Great place for appetizers, happy hour or a business lunch or dinner.
Derrick AmeyOctober 4, 2011The salmon dish was good with Israeli couscous, but again I want more food for $22.00. Trendy atmosphere & a great screen for the football game.
Showtime NetworkJune 3, 2011A delicious American bistro tucked away on the Westside. Bacon and blue cheese shoestring fries – need we say more? -Kacy & Cori, The Real L Word
Gayle H GreenbergJanuary 18, 2015Best Happy Hour... Anything you order that Chef Nick makes is outstanding!!!
Carpaccio, burrata, ahi tuna tacos, filet mignon, grilled cheese...wow!
Chip LumanNovember 8, 2012Mizo glazed duck & apple meatballs paired with Anderson Valley Oatmeal Stout is amazing
Get the blue cheese chips for an appetizer. You won't regret it!
La TanningDecember 16, 2010Parking is GREAT, never once a problem. Park at the meters on pico at the 10 underpass!!! Or valet, i mean its worth it!!!
The BLT is the bomb diggity and the crisp factor in the fries is righteous
Geoffrey GauchetAugust 23, 2014The coffee rub pork tenderloin is what happens when heaven fucks a pig on a caffeine binge
MelanieOctober 28, 2012The burger is good along with blue cheese fries. The food is average, but I liked the ambiance.
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With a constantly changing menu, Upper West boasts of Chef Nick Shipp’s eclectic individualistic dishes that tickle the palate.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(310) 586-1111
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Dinner, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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