Jameson’s Pub on Main Street in Santa Monica delivers a lively Irish‑pub experience with a solid lineup of pub favorites like slow‑roasted prime rib and tasty sliders, all while the big game plays on multiple HD screens . The atmosphere is energetic and fun, with frequent events like karaoke, live bands, and DJ nights perfect if you're in the mood for a spirited night out . There are also some vegan options available, such as an Impossible Burger with Daiya cheese and a vegan chicken BLT great for plant-based diners . The location is convenient near the beach, and the service is generally friendly, though the overall vibe can get hectic when it’s packed .
Overall, if you're looking for a casual, energetic spot to catch a game or enjoy a lively night with friends in Santa Monica, Jameson’s Pub won’t disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryan F.
Really solid sports bar. This location's been around for a long time. I'm a fan because they don't charge cover fee for the UFC fights. It's been a while since I've actually tried to watch UFC fights at bars, so I'm not sure if any of them cover anymore, but it was pretty awesome that they didn't.
Other than that, the space is pretty huge and it could get really crowded really fast. It's in a high traffic area. The beers and drinks themselves are pretty standard. I would say at sports bar and I don't mean that as a bad thing.
With crowded bars, I usually get worried about getting served, but the folks here are pretty solid and on top of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Kelly Mitchell
Bad... People and workers are not friendly to people from outside the area
S
Took forever to order a drink, no room to move around. I don’t recommend if you don’t like being elbowed by people around loud music.
James Visor
Willing to give it another try. The vibes seemed great. I just got really delayed service. Sat at the bar and waited 8 minutes for a drink. The bouncer and the waitress were nice to me though. It was their saving grace
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 2
Arthur Trusov
Jameson’s Pub is a solid spot that knows how to do comfort food and a good time—but what really stole the show was their Wednesday all-you-can-eat prime rib special.
Every Wednesday, Jameson’s turns into prime-rib heaven. For a set price, they serve up plate after plate of juicy, tender prime rib with au jus and horseradish. It hits that perfect combo of hearty, flavorful, and just the right kind of indulgent midweek treat. I lost count after three helpings—and had zero regrets.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with a laid-back pub vibe that’s great for catching up with friends. The staff were friendly, attentive, and refilled my sides and drinks with no fuss.
Why not five stars? Well, the Wednesday crowd can get pretty packed, so it wasn’t technically peaceful. And while the prime rib was fantastic, some of the sides (potatoes, veggies) were solid but hardly showstoppers.
Overall, Jameson’s Wednesday prime rib special is exactly what midweek comfort-food dreams are made of. Great food, great vibe, and an excuse to say “yes” to seconds (or thirds). I’ll definitely be back next Wednesday.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Autumn
It was loud, as you'd expect a pub to be. They're also dog friendly which was lovely. I will also think about that BBQ chicken flatbread for a long time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Odelia Ford
I tried Bloody Mary and Fish Taco's and loved it. Food was as usual super delicious. I would like to try few more drink on my next visit. Would highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MPK
I absolutely don’t understand why people eat here. Food has been the WORSE I ever had. I ordered chili French fries- yuck, so soft and not great taste at all Buffalo wings- again not even average taste Meat sandwich- I ate half but didn’t feel great after. Maybe it’s a good place for a beer and watch sports but food is really on the low are with no taste whatsoever.
Jen McGonigle
Food was gross. Cheap ingredients. Prices seemed reasonable until you tasted the lousy quality. 5% tariff added made no sense and we only learned of it after we got the receipt. Yuck. Go somewhere else
First time I've reviewed a place negatively that I actually like. The bartenders were unnecessarily rude on the fourth, and picked a fight for not reason at all.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
humbug ditto
Good place to enjoy live music and interact with nice people
Ashley Ellington
This place had a mixed age crowd but definitely leaned more towards the younger side. Loved the late night menu. Loved that they have vegan options. The band was loud and the line for the women rest room was comically long. Over all I had a fun night out and would go again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Team Shadowclaw
🔟 / 🔟
Very good and clean bar. 🍻
We like to come here to end the evening.
Very good selection of beer 🍺 and other drinks 🍸.
The food here also tastes very good if you get hungry every now and then.
Jameson’s Pub on Main Street in Santa Monica delivers a lively Irish‑pub experience with a solid lineup of pub favorites like slow‑roasted prime rib and tasty sliders, all while the big game plays on multiple HD screens . The atmosphere is energetic and fun, with frequent events like karaoke, live bands, and DJ nights perfect if you're in the mood for a spirited night out . There are also some vegan options available, such as an Impossible Burger with Daiya cheese and a vegan chicken BLT great for plant-based diners . The location is convenient near the beach, and the service is generally friendly, though the overall vibe can get hectic when it’s packed .
Overall, if you're looking for a casual, energetic spot to catch a game or enjoy a lively night with friends in Santa Monica, Jameson’s Pub won’t disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really solid sports bar. This location's been around for a long time. I'm a fan because they don't charge cover fee for the UFC fights. It's been a while since I've actually tried to watch UFC fights at bars, so I'm not sure if any of them cover anymore, but it was pretty awesome that they didn't.
Other than that, the space is pretty huge and it could get really crowded really fast. It's in a high traffic area. The beers and drinks themselves are pretty standard. I would say at sports bar and I don't mean that as a bad thing.
With crowded bars, I usually get worried about getting served, but the folks here are pretty solid and on top of it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Bad... People and workers are not friendly to people from outside the area
Took forever to order a drink, no room to move around. I don’t recommend if you don’t like being elbowed by people around loud music.
Willing to give it another try. The vibes seemed great. I just got really delayed service. Sat at the bar and waited 8 minutes for a drink. The bouncer and the waitress were nice to me though. It was their saving grace
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 2
Jameson’s Pub is a solid spot that knows how to do comfort food and a good time—but what really stole the show was their Wednesday all-you-can-eat prime rib special.
Every Wednesday, Jameson’s turns into prime-rib heaven. For a set price, they serve up plate after plate of juicy, tender prime rib with au jus and horseradish. It hits that perfect combo of hearty, flavorful, and just the right kind of indulgent midweek treat. I lost count after three helpings—and had zero regrets.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with a laid-back pub vibe that’s great for catching up with friends. The staff were friendly, attentive, and refilled my sides and drinks with no fuss.
Why not five stars? Well, the Wednesday crowd can get pretty packed, so it wasn’t technically peaceful. And while the prime rib was fantastic, some of the sides (potatoes, veggies) were solid but hardly showstoppers.
Overall, Jameson’s Wednesday prime rib special is exactly what midweek comfort-food dreams are made of. Great food, great vibe, and an excuse to say “yes” to seconds (or thirds). I’ll definitely be back next Wednesday.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
It was loud, as you'd expect a pub to be. They're also dog friendly which was lovely. I will also think about that BBQ chicken flatbread for a long time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I tried Bloody Mary and Fish Taco's and loved it. Food was as usual super delicious. I would like to try few more drink on my next visit. Would highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely don’t understand why people eat here. Food has been the WORSE I ever had. I ordered chili French fries- yuck, so soft and not great taste at all
Buffalo wings- again not even average taste
Meat sandwich- I ate half but didn’t feel great after.
Maybe it’s a good place for a beer and watch sports but food is really on the low are with no taste whatsoever.
Food was gross. Cheap ingredients. Prices seemed reasonable until you tasted the lousy quality. 5% tariff added made no sense and we only learned of it after we got the receipt. Yuck. Go somewhere else
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
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Always great vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time I've reviewed a place negatively that I actually like. The bartenders were unnecessarily rude on the fourth, and picked a fight for not reason at all.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Good place to enjoy live music and interact with nice people
This place had a mixed age crowd but definitely leaned more towards the younger side. Loved the late night menu. Loved that they have vegan options. The band was loud and the line for the women rest room was comically long. Over all I had a fun night out and would go again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
🔟 / 🔟
Very good and clean bar. 🍻
We like to come here to end the evening.
Very good selection of beer 🍺 and other drinks 🍸.
The food here also tastes very good if you get hungry every now and then.
Very good service.
Highly recommended.
We'd love to come back.
✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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