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28 restaurants in Santa Monica recognised by Forbes Travel Guide, Gambero Rosso, Michelin and Wine Spectator. The ones most guides agree on come first.
2 guides · 2454 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, California
Fia Steak on Wilshire Blvd brings Cal-Italian steakhouse craft to Santa Monica, with Wine Spectator recognition and a menu rooted in fire and season.
2 guides · 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, California
Chef Josiah Citrin's two Michelin-starred Mélisse returns as an intimate 14-seat tasting room inside Citrin, Santa Monica's celebrated fine dining destination.
2 guides · 11712 San Vicente Blvd Los Angeles
Chef Daniele Uditi's slow-fermented Neo-Neapolitan pizza, recognized by Gambero Rosso, served on San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood, LA.
1 guide · 1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California 90405
Where Cucina Napoletana meets the Pacific: 1 Pico at Shutters on the Beach delivers handmade pastas, fire-grilled seafood, and sweeping Santa Monica ocean views.
1 guide · 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, California
1Pico at Shutters on the Beach brings Southern Italian tradition and California coastal cuisine together with panoramic Pacific views in Santa Monica.
1 guide · 11647 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, California
Baltaire in Brentwood redefines the classic American steakhouse with prime cuts, exceptional seafood, and a Wine Spectator-honored wine list.
1 guide · 2421 Michigan Ave., Santa Monica, CA, 90404, USA
Birdie G's in Santa Monica served acclaimed American cuisine until December 2025. A Michelin-recommended gathering place known for its welcoming spirit and exceptional wine list.
1 guide · 1810 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, California
Since 1998, Capo on Ocean Ave. brings handcrafted Italian cuisine, wood-fired steaks, and a Wine Spectator Grand Award cellar to Santa Monica.
1 guide · 533 Rose Ave., Venice, CA, 90291, USA
Alta-California-style modern Mexican restaurant and mezcal bar in Venice, sourcing from Santa Monica farmers markets. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
At Citrin in Santa Monica, Chef Josiah Citrin brings a Michelin-starred modern Californian menu with à la carte and prix fixe options.
1 guide · 2104 Main St., Santa Monica, CA, 90405, USA
Cobi's in Santa Monica serves Asian-inspired brunch and dinner, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for quality and value on Main Street.
1 guide · 1241 5th St., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
Chef Stefano De Lorenzo’s Santa Monica trattoria serves artisan pasta and seasonal salads from local farmers’ market ingredients. Bib Gourmand awarded.
1 guide · 1332 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
Élephante in Santa Monica serves coastal Italian cuisine on a rooftop with ocean views. A Michelin Recommended spot for brunch, pasta, and handcrafted cocktails.
1 guide · 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice Los Angeles
On Abbot Kinney, Felix Trattoria serves handmade pasta and Italian classics, earning Gambero Rosso's prestigious 3 Forks rating.
1 guide · 2454 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90403, USA
A romantic garden hideaway in Santa Monica serving contemporary coastal-Italian dishes, craft cocktails, and weekend brunch. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 1621 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica
Gambero Rosso's Restaurant of the Year brings the flavors of Puglia to Santa Monica, from hand-rolled orecchiette to wood-fired pizza and fresh pastries.
1 guide · 18412 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California
Mastro's Ocean Club in Santa Monica delivers an upscale steakhouse experience with USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, live entertainment, and a Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence.
1 guide · 1147 Third St., Santa Monica, California
Founded in 1979 by Michael McCarty, Michael's Santa Monica helped define California cuisine with market-driven, hyper-seasonal American cooking and a Wine Spectator-recognized wine list.
1 guide · 2723 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90403, USA
An all-day neighborhood bakery and pizzeria from Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan, serving seasonal Italian fare and wood-fired pizzas in Santa Monica.
1 guide · 1700 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, California
Chef Michael Mina's Greek-Mediterranean restaurant on Ocean Ave traces Alexander the Great's travels through bold spices, fresh coastal ingredients, and Pacific views.
1 guide · 11650 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles
Palmeri Ristorante brings Italian cooking to Santa Monica's San Vicente Boulevard, recognized by Gambero Rosso for its commitment to quality.
1 guide · 2732 Main St., Santa Monica, CA, 90405, USA
At Pasjoli in Santa Monica, chef-driven French cooking comes alive with a legendary tableside pressed duck and a lively, fun atmosphere. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
A neighborhood spot in Santa Monica with a deep commitment to farmers' market ingredients, seasonal Californian cooking, and an award-winning wine list. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 3110 Main St., Ste. 132, Santa Monica, CA, 90405, USA
A Michelin-recommended tasting menu in Santa Monica, where Chef Dave Beran weaves seasonality and surrealism into 14–17 courses.
1 guide · 1602 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
For over a century, The Lobster at the Santa Monica Pier has served California seafood with breathtaking ocean views. Chef Govind Armstrong leads the kitchen.
1 guide · 11633 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, California
A Brentwood institution since day one, Toscana brings Tuscan warmth and wood-fired Italian cooking to San Vicente Blvd in Los Angeles.
1 guide · 115 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, 90401, USA
Michelin Recommended Tūmbi offers contemporary Indian dishes in Santa Monica with air conditioning and outdoor seating.
1 guide · 214 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, California
A Santa Monica institution since 1968, Wally's blends a world-class wine shop with Californian-French dining, caviar, and Wine Spectator recognition.
