The Best Restaurants in Santa Monica
Live like a local and eat your way through the area. Santa Monica Beach is world-famous for its neighborhood bars, bustling cafes and breezy oceanfront eateries. From health food to seafood, gourmet dinners and grab-and-go snacks, our favorite places are all under 1-mile away from Ocean View Hotel.
Ivy At The Shore | 1 min walk, 0.1 miles
1535 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 393-3113
Enjoy delicious drinks and upscale California cuisine at this local hot spot.
Jinky's Cafe | 3 min walk, 0.1 miles
1447 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 917-3311
Homey eatery at the Third Street Promenade known for its Southwestern-influenced breakfasts.
Swingers | 15 min walk, 0.6 miles
802 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 393-9793
This hip neighborhood coffee shop offers milkshakes, coffee and classic diner fare.
Meat on Ocean | 1 min walk, 253 feet
1501 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 773-3366
Surf & turf steakhouse serving a carnivore’s delight of charcuterie, chops & seafood.
The Misfit Restaurant + Bar | 7 min walk, 0.3 miles
225 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 656-9800
This hip gastropub is well-known for its handcrafted cocktails and comfort food.
Tender Greens | 10 min walk, 0.4 miles
201 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 587-2777
Locally-sourced salads, sandwiches, and plates in a laidback atmosphere.
Joe’s Pizza | 2 min walk, 0.1 miles
111 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 395-9222
Pizza lovers delight in New York style thin crust pies and late night hours.
Bruno’s | 3 min walk, 0.1 miles
1652 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 395-5589
Serving up handmade pizza, pasta and other Italian staples on Ocean Ave.
Locanda del Lago | 10 min walk, 0.5 miles
231 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 451-3525
Enjoy authentic Northern Italian cuisine from the Lake Como region.
Water Grill | 3 min walk, 0.1 miles
1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 394-5669
A seafood lover’s paradise with a daily selection of fresh-caught raw bar items.
Blue Plate Oysterette | 4 min walk, 0.2 miles
1355 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 576-3474
Simply prepared seafood and raw bar with ocean views and a chic vibe.
Herringbone Santa Monica | 8 min walk, 0.4 miles
1755 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 971-4460
Sceney eatery and bar boasting market-fresh seafood in a garden setting.
Earthbar | *Located on Ocean Ave, beside the lobby
201 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 451-9400
Organic, plant-based nutritional supplements, snacks and Bulletproof Coffees.
The Refinery | 11 min walk, 0.5 miles
413 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 986-2776
This café serves espresso and pour overs in an industrial chic setting.
Nekter Juice Bar | 5 min walk, 0.2 miles
1422 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 862-8585
Local juice bar offering acai bowls, refreshing smoothies, and healthy snacks.
Blue Plate Taco | 1 min walk, 0.1 miles
1515 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 458-2985
Views of the Pacific Ocean greet you at this locavore Mexican restaurant.
Red O Restaurant | 1 min walk, 0.1 miles
1541 Ocean Ave. #120, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 458-1600
Enjoy Mexican cuisine and gourmet cocktails inside or on the pretty patio.
Mercado | 9 min walk, 0.4 miles
1416 4th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 526-7121
Contemporary Mexican establishment with authentic cuisine and 70+ tequilas.
Thai Dishes on Broadway | 3 min walk, 0.1 miles
123 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 394-6189
Cozy Thai home cooking with house specialties and a variety of classic dishes.
Robata Bar | 4 min walk, 0.2 miles
1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 458-4771
Stylish Japanese pub with an open kitchen and a selection of microbrews.
Sugarfish by Sushi Nozawa | 6 min walk, 0.3 miles
1345 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, (310) 393-3338
Traditional sake, sushi, and nigiri served in an intimate space.
