Ivy at the Shore
$$$ • American, Seafood, New American Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Ivy at the Shore
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Ivy at the Shore Reviews
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It's a very quaint looking restaurant. The music was wonderful. The staff was great. However, the food is extremely expensive and somewhat bland. Whoever seasons the fish barely used salt and there's aren't salt and pepper shakers on any of the tables. I requested salt and was given the hard bits that doesn't absorb into the food. I appreciated the effort though.
We started a bit slow but with the view on an awesome autumn afternoon we soaked in the weather and relaxed.
We had the opportunity to visit during Golden Hours which means $10 for a Classic Mojito $2 for oysters and we took the Black Pepper Shrimp. We added the Lobster Tacos 🦞 from the regular menu and the amazing Crab cakes 🦀. A bit pricey as one can imagine for this type of location but well worth it. I expect every dish to be a good one at the price level...read full review
We had the opportunity to visit during Golden Hours which means $10 for a Classic Mojito $2 for oysters and we took the Black Pepper Shrimp. We added the Lobster Tacos 🦞 from the regular menu and the amazing Crab cakes 🦀. A bit pricey as one can imagine for this type of location but well worth it. I expect every dish to be a good one at the price level...read full review
1st time here.
Ordered Fish n chips
Thinking it would be the basic
Boy was I in for a surprise
It was more than fish n fries
It was a huge platter of seafood
Delicious battered seafood
The best lemonade in California
Freshly squeezed with pulp
Ordered Fish n chips
Thinking it would be the basic
Boy was I in for a surprise
It was more than fish n fries
It was a huge platter of seafood
Delicious battered seafood
The best lemonade in California
Freshly squeezed with pulp
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 9:30PM |
The Ivy at the Shore offers a wonderful dining experience with good food, excellent service, and a beautiful view. Located near Santa Monica pier on Ocean, it features a charming dining area with large windows and roses on each table. The menu includes dishes like crab cakes, swordfish tacos, and grilled veggie salad, along with elaborate cocktails. Customers have praised the fabulous food and outstanding service, noting the food is truly awesome. The ambiance is relaxed and chill, making it a great place to enjoy a special occasion or a casual lunch. The patio provides a perfect setting to watch people and enjoy the nice weather. Visitors have enjoyed dishes like softshell crabs, steak, and branzino, along with outstanding mashed potatoes and Patz and Hall Pinot Noir. Although drinks can be expensive, with a double shot of vodka costing around $41, the overall experience remains highly recommended. The restaurant’s friendly staff and unhurried atmosphere make it a unique and enjoyable spot for both locals and visitors. As one guest mentioned, it is one of the great iconic restaurants in Santa Monica, founded by the same awesome founders of The Ivy on Robertson, making it a spectacular choice for dining. The service and food were praised as outstanding, though some found the corkage charge of $40 per bottle overpriced. Parking costs can be high, with $35 without validation and $20.06 with validation, but public parking nearby is available for $10. The location is especially convenient for those staying in Santa Monica, offering a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere perfect for both casual lunches and special occasions.