42 Best Gastropubs near Santa Monica

“Finally checked out Father’s Office in Santa Monica—one of the burger joints on my LA bucket list—and I absolutely loved it. The vibe is low-key and cozy, with a laid-back atmosphere and a great selection of beers on tap.

But the real star? The burger. One of the best I’ve had—simple, flavorful, and just perfectly done. Definitely a spot I’ll keep coming back to. 100% recommend if you’re into elevated comfort food in a chill setting.“

“A cute little gem stuffed at the edge of Santa Monica, I've been in there a few times. The staff are friendly positive. The food is amazingly portioned. The drinks are solid, but what makes this really? One of the best little food joints is the fact that the staff and Joe are absolutely phenomenal. It is a great community location with sensational flavors. Amazing personalities and just good food.“

“Great food and the owners were incredibly kind. One of our favorite things about vacation 2023. The Greene's from Idaho love you.“

“Library Ale House is a really cool spot with a cozy, relaxed vibe that lives up to its name—it almost feels like you’re hanging out in a library that just happens to serve great beer. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for catching up with friends or winding down after a day out.

The staff was super friendly and attentive, and they’ve got a solid selection of craft beers on tap, including some local gems. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area and looking for a chill place with character and quality drinks.“

“Absolutely brilliant. Great Guinness“

“Felt right at home watching the Pats game!“

“Good vibes and good drinks“

“It's a breath of fresh air to come across a venue that combines the laid-back feel of a sports bar with high-quality lunch offerings, all wrapped up in a modern and stylish atmosphere. The selection of imported beers on tap pays homage to traditional UK pubs, while the American fusion menu caters perfectly to weekend breakfasts and brunches. The fact that it's kid-friendly is a rare and welcome feature for a sports bar.

Vegetarian options: A few good vegetarian options available such as the avocado toast.“

“Love the atmosphere of this comfortably casual bar. Ample outdoor seating provides the perfect spot to sip a beer or two relaxing in the sunshine. I don’t eat meat so I haven’t tried the burgers, which come highly recommended. The garlic parmesan fries are excellent and enough for 3 people. Sorry I can’t say the same for the cauliflower wings or pretzels with cheese sauce. But I had the best-poured beer of my life—a fresh Scrimshaw pilsner in a sparkling-clean glass. See attached video. Despite the venue’s name, they now offer cocktails as well as beer and wine.“

“Great atmosphere and the food was great!“

“Go for the Buffalo cauliflower, stay for the wine/beer 🍔🍟🍕🥗🍗🧇🍺🍷“

“I think they serve the best hamburger I’ve ever had in my life! I drive down from LA once a month because I crave it so much.“

“Great place to watch sporting events. Has a 16-screen video wall for the BIG picture. Parking, food and drinks on the expensive side, but typical of the area.

Parking: Parking in back was $20, valet only. Another lot nearby has a sign saying $10 but it's false advertising - $25 is the real rate, $10 is only with validation from one venue (not the Blue Birdy).“

“Max is the man!! Ty for the great service!!“

“I went during happy hour and had a great experience! The food was delicious — I highly recommend trying the shrimp tostadas and the wings. Both were full of flavor and perfectly prepared. The cocktails were also a standout — fresh, well-balanced, and really tasty. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a fun spot with great drinks and bites ✨“

“Wolfgang Puck is a world-renowned chef whose restaurants are known for their high-quality cuisine, and the steaks served at LA Michelin Steak are appreciated by guests for their excellent meat quality and unique seasoning. Ingredients on the menu are sourced from top suppliers to ensure freshness and quality. The decoration and atmosphere of the restaurant are very comfortable and elegant, providing guests with a pleasant dining environment. A professional service team greets guests warmly and ensures their dining experience is hassle-free. The restaurant has an extensive wine and cocktail selection, allowing guests to match the perfect flavor combination. LA Michelin Steak's menu also offers a range of other food options, such as fresh seafood, delicious side dishes and exquisite desserts, to satisfy the tastes of different guests. Conveniently located in downtown Los Angeles, the restaurant is ideal for business dinners or special occasions. Guests have spoken highly of the restaurant's food quality, service level and overall experience. The restaurant has a good reputation and popularity, attracting many celebrities and socialites“

“Beautiful day to sit outside“

“Great food and staff! You guys rock !!!“

“Wonderful service and very creative cuisine. The design is superb. Very upscale casual chic. Our server was so attentive and went over the top to take care of us. She did not want us to sit in the sun while we had brunch“

“Great food and a cool place“

“Love this place - it’s always chill, the parm garlic fires are amazing, there’s tons of games and books and the drinks are all fun literary references.

The ONE complaint I have, is that for a place that’s mostly quiet, it consistently takes forever to get a drink.“

“staff is AWESOME, food is delicious. very clean amd comfortable. and of course Top 5 Answers Sundays at pm is a blast“

“I tried their "The Ivar" burger. The Lamb Merguez Patty and the combination of flavors, including cucumber and mint labneh, were delicious. It was my first time trying a lamb burger, and it exceeded my expectations. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff added to the experience.“

“Great environment and food…“

“I loved it. Everything is clean and the staff very friendly. And fist time going they help u order .“

“Lugar super agradável com Drinks e comida deliciosa❤️“

“I had an amazing visit to Tipsy Cow , such a great place right in Sherman Oaks off if the most lively part of Ventura Blvd. This is my new favorite place to go The Valley. Joseph recommended the Ma“

“Great place to network! Perfect local Go to place after work or meet new business links and more.“

“Very nice stuff ☺️☺️☺️ food also delicious in affordable prices taking into account the location.We have tried classic burger with chips and wings. Not too many photos as we were hungry ?One thing that might be changed is packing the meals to take away. We were sitting in the restaurant and we were eating there also. That’s huge waste of plastic boxes“

“I’ve never had a more pleasant experience than when I met friends there for great ambiance and wonderful food. Thanks ☮️DWR 🎵“

“Great atmosphere. Great service!“

“Fabulous place to eat, absolutely love it.“

“Very nice place. The food was good, atmosphere was good, although the number of booths was limited with the remainder being hard seats. They did have a good beer selection. Although one of my beers was sour, but they replaced it with no issue. Overall I would return“

“Best Americano comfort food in LA, where local people eat and recommend. Bougie, and everything on the menu is awesome. Great service. Expensive, but you know where your money went, worth it. 👍“

“This place has an incredible musical vibe and an amazing staff of great humans!!!“

“Love this place but today I had the wings and was very upset.Wings were barely warm tasted like they were not fresh. Buffalo sauce was almost tasteless. Like I said I love this places food but the wings were not on par with all the other food I have gotten there.“

“Great selection on local beers . Really friendly staff , food looked amazing“

“I love they are nice people“

“my go to when I'm in west hollywood.love the vibe...and drinks..“

“Burger was bomb! Atmosphere good!“

“staff is AWESOME, food is delicious. very clean amd comfortable. and of course Top 5 Answers Sundays at pm is a blast“

“This is the best open stage karaoke bar in LA. It has a stunning selection of craft beer and full bar. Amazing vibes and atmosphere, with everyone singing along or dancing in front of the stage. If you come on Friday or Sat, get here early so you can get a chance to sing because the queue will fill up fast. ??“