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Ye Olde King's Head

Ye Olde King's Head

Pub and English Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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    J M.
    "Get the Bangers and Mash..great flavors, a hearty meal!!"(4 Tips)
    Ava M.
    "Get the fish & chips or Thursday's Corned Beef & Cabbage special!"(11 Tips)
    Natalie G.
    "Really fun Irish bar to watch sports games and play darts !"(5 Tips)
    Vivian D.
    "Great English breakfast!"(6 Tips)
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  • Kate H.
    Kate H.May 7, 2013
    Classic English dive pub. Mixed crowd of Cinco de Mayo revelers on the day I visited (yes, that is odd) but assume from the fairly friendly staff that it's usually a bit more low-key in this pub.
  • Victoria S.heart icon on user image
    Victoria SantoroFebruary 11, 2017
    My favourite bar in Santa Monica. You go if you want to get a beer and thats all. No fancy people. I always end up here! Also they have a jukebox - a song for a dollar <3. Karaoke Sundays are fun too!
  • Sarah L.heart icon on user image
    Sarah LizJune 10, 2016
    Fish n' chips! Where have you been all my life. Okay, the fries are lacking but the cod, batter, healthy portion and flavor, damn good.
  • Arnie P.heart icon on user image
    Arnie PanameñoJune 2, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great looking place. It's huge with a small bar towards the end and a large one in the front. They also have some delicious beer on tap!
  • Clean Bay R.heart icon on user image
    Congrats to Ye Olde Kinds Head for passing their Clean Bay Restaurant Certification in Santa Monica! They're doing their part to keep the Santa Monica Bay clean! Learn more: www.santamonicabay.org
  • R
    ROctober 6, 2013
    OMG, proper breakfast with toast that's not been dipped, spreaded or covered in something sweet!! No fruit piled on either. Just breakfast as it should be. Thank You
  • Rachel R.heart icon on user image
    Rachel RebeccaJanuary 14, 2017
    The service was very minimal, and only somewhat friendly. I had their crumpets, which seems quite good. I also had the fish cakes, which were nicely soft on the inside and crispy on the outside
  • Clean Bay R.heart icon on user image
    Ye Olde Kings Head is a certified restaurant of the Clean Bay Restaurant Program, helping to reduce stormwater pollution in Santa Monica Bay! Learn about or find more certified restaurants at Read more
  • Tom M.
    Tom McKeeverDecember 4, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Classic English pub a block from the cliffs. Stop in for apps and a Smithwicks next time you're craving some good comfort food.
  • Lee S.heart icon on user image
    Lee SimpsonJune 13, 2017
    Solid full English breakfast if you're craving that. Bar next door seems awesome too. The staff are cool too.
  • Andy R.heart icon on user image
    Andy RunwildMarch 17, 2015
    Meet people from around the world, and it's overlooking the Santa Monica Bay ... this is the place for international travelers and friendly locals!
  • Adrian P.heart icon on user image
    Adrian PhillipsApril 24, 2015
    If you like beers that come out of taps, liquor and solid prices then you can't go wrong here. Don't expect any fancy cocktails, just shut up and drink.
  • Roy W.
    Roy WooMay 20, 2013
    The fried bread is amazing....at first glance it just looks like toast but when you bite into the crispy bread the crunch will bring acknowledgement that it was definitely fried!!!
  • Jana T.heart icon on user image
    Jana TomovaJanuary 28, 2017
    The shepherd's pie is absolutely delicious 😋
  • Brian B.
    Brian BockelmanMarch 1, 2020
    Irish/English/European bar. Good beer selection, great outdoor people watching. Went here with Radke on st pattys and it was nuts.
  • Michael P.
    Michael PillaApril 20, 2012
    You're here for British fare, but try the King's Burger. Very tasty. Put malt vinegar on your chips to feel like a Brit.
  • Liz M.
    Liz MorganSeptember 8, 2014
    Cod fish chips I prefer the larger and lime start of with a first pint then a second yum yum then a dessert with rhubarb and custard wicked
  • 𝓡andal .heart icon on user image
    𝓡andal 𝔖chwartzMarch 6, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    This place shows most of the European soccer games. They tend to be mid-afternoon local time, or most of the weekend during tournaments.
  • Kelley L.
    Kelley L.August 3
    Cool British pub with an adjacent bakery and gift shop.
  • Lloyd M.heart icon on user image
    Lloyd MorganDecember 29, 2014
    The fish an chip is awesome and I love the roast beef and the fry up breakfast is a must try :-)
  • Spielmann
    SpielmannJune 14, 2013
    A great place in Santa Monica - watch sports and enjoy great food, beers and friendly locals. A timeless favorite.
  • Offbeat L.A.
    Offbeat L.A.January 29, 2016
    Opened in 1974. Traditional English pub with ’70s style dining area serving classic British food.
  • Offbeat L.A.
    Offbeat L.A.January 29, 2016
    Opened 1974. Traditional English pub with ’70s style dining area serving classic British food.
  • Craig B.
    Craig BruceOctober 21, 2019
    Back bacon (aka British style), incredibly hard to come by in US
  • Natalie G.heart icon on user image
    Natalie GuerraJune 26, 2018
    Really fun Irish bar to watch sports games and play darts !
  • Iván R.heart icon on user image
    Iván RodriguezDecember 24, 2014
    If you're on your own is the perfect place to make new friends near santa monica pier/promenade
  • Cherith Z.heart icon on user image
    Cherith ZanghiMarch 9, 2015
    Lots of seating, authentic food. Good place to relax and have a conversation
  • Haley V.heart icon on user image
    Haley VingsnessOctober 15, 2018
    Head to the bakery for amazing pasties, meat pies, and sausage rolls
  • Sean R.
    Sean RobisonJanuary 5, 2015
    Very authentic British pub. The fish and chips were fantastic.
  • Danielleheart icon on user image
    DanielleDecember 16, 2018
    I think for being so close to lots of touristy areas this place is ok. They apparently have mulled wine during the holidays which gives them points in my book.
  • S Y.heart icon on user image
    S YusopNovember 22, 2016
    If you're looking for traditional fish and chips, this is the place to go.
  • LIVESTRONG_COM
    LIVESTRONG_COMSeptember 21, 2010
    Locals love this British watering hole with soul. Their traditional fish and chips are a favorite and the curries are the real deal.
  • Geoff R.heart icon on user image
    Geoff ReinhardtAugust 21, 2014
    Grab a pint and watch "football" (soccer) at this fairly authentic pub!
  • Scott T.
    Scott TomassoFebruary 28, 2012
    You must order the Fish & Chips. The crust is way different than any other version you've ever had. Delish!
  • Stuart D.
    Stuart DavisFebruary 13, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Always go for the English breakfast. A pint of Pride ain't bad either!
  • Nadim B.
    Nadim B👀December 14, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great place for a Brew & always fond memories to be had, enjoy!
  • Elaine D.
    Elaine DonaldDecember 10, 2010
    For all you ding dongs that don't know how to eat fish n chips....squeeze lemon and vinegar on yer fish then get some tartar sauce and slather it on your bite.
  • 𝓡andal .heart icon on user image
    𝓡andal 𝔖chwartzMarch 6, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    happy hour 4 to 7 weekdays. Discounted food and drink.
  • Kyle G.heart icon on user image
    Kyle GrayAugust 25, 2017
    Great place to try foreign beer and British food
  • Shamus W.heart icon on user image
    Shamus WilsonJune 17, 2016
    Try out the afternoon tea sandwiches. Excellent.
  • Maya C.
    Maya ConnAugust 27, 2013
    They offer a nice selection of hard ciders.
  • BBC AMERICA
    BBC AMERICAJanuary 29, 2011
    6 Nations Rugby Championship matches will be shown here. The restaurant serves a proper traditional English Breakfast, king or queen size.
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out Ye Old King's Head as seen on Food Paradise Read more
  • Robert P.heart icon on user image
    Robert PerezApril 28, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Really great “English”, breakfast sans the tea!
  • Marc S.
    Marc S.February 17, 2013
    Only in LA will you hear an entire bar sing along to Sublime and Frank Sinatra in the same hour. A+
  • Christine B.
    Christine Boone-OgdenApril 11, 2013
    Get the fish & chips!!! Very yummy, flakey, & to die for!!!!
  • Bruno M.
    Bruno MouraMay 6, 2012
    The traditional chicken curry is very good! Ask for half chips half mashed potatoes
  • Nenadheart icon on user image
    NenadSeptember 23, 2019
    Fish and chips is delicious
  • Sevalley
    SevalleyJuly 13, 2013
    Get a 20 oz beer instead of 16, only $1 more! Smithwicks!
  • Winnie K.
    Winnie KhooJune 10, 2016
    Fave: trivia nights
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