12 Best Cocktail Bars in Santa Monica

Fia Restaurant Italian
2454 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Corn Truffled Mascarpone Brown Butter Truffle Sauce
House-Made Cavatelli Black Truffle Parmesan Brown Butter
Spicy Salmon Tartare Cones Avocado Mousse Salmon Caviar
Grilled Corn Brown Butter Freshly Shaved Black Truffle
Grilled Spanish Octopus Anelli E Fagioli
Hamachi Leche De Tigre Basil Radish
FIA Table Side Italian Chopped
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Steak from the Grill
Flank Steak and Eggs

“Beyond expectations! Best meal & service in at least 10 years. I’ll be back!“

4.1 Good622 Reviews
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Lanea

Lanea Cocktail Bar • $$
217 Broadway, Santa Monica

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Camaron Con Mango Street Taco
Quesadilla Barbacoa
Shrimp Tacos

“Margarita flights are ‘da bomb!“

4.1 Good82 Reviews
The Chestnut Club - Santa Monica Bar - Cocktails - Happy Hour 5-7pm Cocktail Bar • $$
1348 14th St, Santa Monica

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Great Selection of Beer and Snacks
Chips and Salsa

“If you want to go to a bar with perfect seating, great airflow, excellent drinks, flawless service l, a fantastic DJ, a parking lot, a nyc vibe, no one rushes you and you can even reserve a table for drinks…go to the Chestnut Club. My favorite new bar. 14th & Santa Monica Blvd @TheChestnutClub same owners as scopa and black market liquor!“

4.1 Good64 Reviews
Lunetta All Day New American • $$
2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica

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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Roasted Blueberry Butter Almonds Pure Maple Syrup
Mushroom and Cheese Omelet
Little Gem Caesar Salad
Fried Chicken Sandwich
O G Breakfast Sandwich
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Thanksgiving Dinner
Eggs Benedict Ham
Reuben Sandwich
NY Steak & Eggs

“This place was awesome, super local clientele. The food was nice, server was really busy but did a decent job, the restaurant was pretty slammed when we got there. We ordered the salmon and the chicken plate. Both were great, we also ordered the Cesar which was really good. Would recommend for sure, would go back.“

4.3 Superb603 Reviews
Citrin Restaurant Cocktail Bar
1104 Wilshire Blvd Suite A, Santa Monica

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Deconstructed Strawberry Shortcake
Brandt Need Eye of Ribeye
Citrus Cured Hamachi Crudo
Crudo of Japanese Fish
Midnight Margarita Kit
Lobster Bolognese
Strawberry Sorbet
Truffle Risotto
Egg Caviar Kit
Truffle Pasta

“Service,drinks.food,ambiance.staff,etc.“

3.8 Good212 Reviews
Vamos. Vamos. Cocktail Bar • $$
2917 ½, 2917 Main St, Santa Monica

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Asada Quesadilla with Added Side of Guac and Hatch Chile
Hawaiian Pineapple in Venice Margarita
Green Chile Cheeseburger
New New New Chef Jaime
Crunchy Soyrizo Tacos
Carne Adovada Nachos
Crispy Shrimp Tacos
Grilled Fish Tacos
Chicken Quesadilla
Classic Nachos

“Best duck taco I've ever had. Came in for the Karaage but they were out, so decided to go with duck and it did not disappoint. I also met and talked to the owner, and he was incredibly generous and kind. I didn't eat there but the vibe was cool, would definitely dine in too.“

3.7 Good92 Reviews
Orto Santa Monica Italian • $$$
502 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Cavatelli Tartufati Alla Norcina
Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese
Tagliolini Al Tartufo Nero
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Burrata Con Prosciutto
Cioppino Di Lusso
Gnocchi Al Pesto
Shrimp Ravioli
Tagliere dell
Salmon Dinner

“Always a great experience and meal at Orto, strongly recommended!“

4.5 Superb387 Reviews
Rustic Canyon Wine Bar
1119 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica

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Grass-Fed Flatiron Steak Broccoli & Chanterelle Conserva
Beets & Berries with Avocado Quinoa & Pistachio
Sourdough Pasta with Anchovies Capers
Toasted Marcona Almonds
Grilled Oyster Mushrooms
Honeycomb Ice Cream
White Endive Salad
Sourdough Noodles
Marinated Olives
Milo Bread

“Delicious food and drinks“

4.4 Superb120 Reviews
Desvelados Santa Monica Mexican • $$
1416 4th St, Santa Monica

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Various Tacos
Asada Fries
Los Nachos

“We went to this place late night after a magic show. I had never heard of it before and it was right next door on 4th Street. They have a small A-frame sign out front which says best tacos in Santa Monica and they are not wrong! The feature a wide variety of tacos with homemade tortillas which were authentic and flavorful. It's a small location but can fit large parties play I strongly suggest going there if you want to satisfy your taco fix.“

4.9 Superb128 Reviews
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XUNTOS

XUNTOS Tapas Bar • $$$
516 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica

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Almond Cake and Chocolate Mousse
Grilled Sea Bass Collars
Garlic Shrimp and Squid
Tortilla Española
Patatas Fritas
Lamb Skewers
Deviled Eggs
Arugula Salad
Squid Pasta
Pan Tomate

“First, my wife loved it. I thought it was ok. The kitchen was stretched. The waitress really didn't explain the menu. This was Americanized tapas. Too much food, no space between tables making it too crammed and no privacy. This was Valentines after all. And there's the nut, what is it like on a normal night? I haven't decided whether to find out.“

4.2 Good236 Reviews
La Vecchia Cucina Italian • $$
2654 Main St, Santa Monica

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Tahitian Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
Chocolate Raspberry Terrine
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Burrata Con Prosciutto
Spaghetti Carbonara
Rigatoni Bolognese
Linguine Pescatore
Scampi La Vecchia
Classic Tiramisu
Penne Alla Vodka

“great venue. great customer service, excellent appetizers.“

4.5 Superb306 Reviews
Vito Restaurant Italian • $$$
2807 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Linguine Al Pesto with Fresh Basil Garlic Olive Oil and Pine Nuts
Mini Flourless Chocolate Cake
Lunch Creme Brulee Cheesecake
Cheesy Lasagna with Marinara
Flourless Chocolate Tart
Lunch Gnocchi Sorrentina
Lunch Homemade Tiramisu
Seafood Pasta Arrabiata
Linguine Alla Pescatore
Vitello Alla Parmigiana

“old school~ great food~ great host~ a treasure~“

4.5 Superb283 Reviews