List 14 Budget-Friendly Restaurants Near You in Santa Monica, California (Part 2)

savvy saffy I don’t proclaim to be a foodie and don’t usually post a review but this place is worth a shout at! Fabulous food that pairs interesting ingredients which give each a distinct flavor, and when mixed together is surprisingly great tasting on the palate. We had the persimmon burrata, broccoli cauliflower with swordfish (switch this out for shrimps is recommended), garlic hummus.

Aaliyah S We visited this spot in the evening, about 30–45 minutes before closing at 10 PM, right off the Santa Monica Pier. The service was excellent the staff was very friendly without being intrusive. I loved the unique ordering system with the Forrest Gump flip sign it’s a fun touch and helps servers know when you’re ready. The food was absolutely fabulous. We had the chicken, which was tender and flavorful, and our salad was fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. We’ve also eaten at their L.A./Universal location, which was equally impressive. Overall, great service, great food, and a welcoming environment I’ll definitely be coming back!

Popotatoes Such a great Southeast Asian restaurant with romantic, vintage, and elegant décor that feels both comfortable and relaxing. I ordered the Chicken Satay, Scotch Egg, Nasi Goreng Pork, and Rendang Roti Wraps, each dish was flavorful, delicious, and well above average. Overall, the vibe, food, and atmosphere were all fantastic. A must-visit if you’re in the area.

B W Had no regrets having breakfast at this establishment. The wait staff, especially Chelsea K, was extremely pleasant and professional and ensured I was taken care during my visit. I ordered the Georgian Breakfast with Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes. The food portions were plentiful and food was served fresh/hot. Plenty of seating options were available, including sidewalk breakfast tables and patio seating. Tables and chairs were clean. Menu was available for passersby on sidewalk near The Georgian Hotel, which is what attracted my attention. One of the best breakfasts Ive had in Santa Monica. I would return to this establishment for breakfast and/or other entrees.

Tiziana Alessandro Mitchell This past Sunday, I had the pleasure of enjoying catering from “Sogno Toscano” at my friend Giselle’s birthday party and it was truly outstanding! The selection was varied and thoughtfully prepared: high-quality cured meats, flavorful focaccia sandwiches, and pizza with an authentic Italian taste. Every bite took me back to the genuine flavors of my childhood in Italy. You can really taste the care in the ingredients and the passion for tradition. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for real Italian cuisine, even in a catering setting. By the way, “Sogno Toscano” means “Tuscan Dream” and that name perfectly captures the whole experience. Truly impressive… Buonissimo!!! I’ll definitely calling them for my next party or event.

Ross Albu What a great spot! Loved the ambiance, decor and overall vibe. Service was excellent and the food was great. Would highly recommend!

Stephen Lam The food was really good. We got there around 5 and wanted 20 mins. The pasta was really good. Kids loved it because of its chewiness. The menu was small which made it really convenient to pick what you wanted. No confusion or indecisiveness m

Candice B Right across the street from the beach. It does take a walk down but close. The food was good with friendly service. The lady was nice enough to sit our large family inside taking into account the outside tables were in the sun. Our kids enjoyed their burgers. The fries come with seasoning and are similar to a curly fry in texture. The chicken tenders were flavorful and I appreciated the cucumbers that went with the kids meals. I got the salmon with a delicious teriyaki sauce. The salmon was not overcooked. My husband enjoyed his shrimp and lobster roll. Comes out with three small pull-apart rolls to make a slider.

Steve Greenberg Nice quiet place. Comfortable. Excellent service. Really interesting menu: not the same old stuff you see on every menu. Portions are a little small, but really just fine since arent we all trying to watch our weight? And prices are better as a result.

Alma Otero This is one of my favorite restaurants in Santa Monica! Very friendly service and most of all…delicious food! Absolutely every plate we had was perfection!

Shrotin Hendre A lovely French restaurant with a cool, intimate vibe. The staff were friendly and attentive, taking the time to explain each dish we ordered and thoughtfully checking in about our dietary preferences. The space is on the darker side but adds to the overall ambiance. The burger was slightly saltier than our palate prefers, but everything else we tried was very good.

Arun K The Golden Bull is a total Santa Monica gem, stepping inside feels like a time warp in the best way. I first visited about 15 years ago, and on a recent return it was wonderful to find the atmosphere still just as classic and unchanged. It is clearly mainly frequented by a local clientele, which only adds to the authentic neighborhood feel. The Cosmopolitan cocktails are phenomenal, and the $35 corkage on wine was great value for our evening. This enabled me to enjoy my PlumpJack Merlot with their delicious filet mignon, which was cooked perfectly and full of flavour. We also loved the starters, crispy salads with just the right amount of French dressing, and a very fresh shrimp starter. Service and vibe were spot on from start to finish. Really difficult to find any fault, cannot wait to come back.

Alex Elie Fantastic food great atmosphere and excellent service. Staff if very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was served quickly and delicious.

Bianca Lambert My first job was in a hotel, so always appreciate amazing staff because I know how hard they work. Juan and Kim have made my time at the rooftop excellent! I just want to give them a little shout. You can tell Juan does NOT play about the details and it shows in the best way. Omar and Hayden we great too. You can tell this staff is a well-oiled, thoughtful machine. And my Caesar with salmon was SO good. The salmon managed to be crispy on the skin but perfectly tender.