Top rated Bistros in Santa Monica, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Mediterranean restaurant

👍👍 Amazing modern middle eastern food! Totally gluten free. Pita was served fresh and warm. All the dishes were beautifully plated and garnished. The service was gracious and welcoming. Definitely coming back!

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4.80 (165 reviews) (~21.87 km from centre)

Tin Roof Bistro

New American restaurant

Seasonal American cuisine & a Napa Valley wine library, plus a display kitchen, patio & bocce court.

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4.60 (1.3K reviews) (~15.97 km from centre)

Found Oyster

Restaurant

Stylish spot for bivalves, lobster rolls & wines with bar or counter seating only.

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4.60 (264 reviews) (~19.88 km from centre)

Sage Plant Based Bistro & Brewery Echo Park

Vegan restaurant

Vegan outlet featuring a range of original comfort food entrees, plus in-house craft beers.

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4.50 (1.4K reviews) (~22.36 km from centre)

Cafe Laurent

French restaurant

French corner spot serving traditional fare such as omelets, quiches & crêpes in a casual space.

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4.50 (1K reviews) (~5.88 km from centre)

WeHo Bistro

Bar & grill

Crêpes, quiches & French-style sandwiches are featured at this hip bistro with outdoor seating.

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4.50 (826 reviews) (~13.22 km from centre)

Wood & Water

American restaurant

An inviting modern American bar & eatery with global influences.

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4.50 (346 reviews) (~15.47 km from centre)

Saigon Bistro

Vietnamese restaurant

Restaurant dispensing bowls of pho & other Vietnamese food in a relaxed dining room.

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4.50 (328 reviews) (~26.87 km from centre)

Canyon Bistro & Wine Bar

Bistro

French-style cuisine, boutique wines & live jazz highlight this chic, art-filled cafe with a patio.

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4.50 (318 reviews) (~13 km from centre)

Market Venice

Restaurant

👍👍 What a place! Highly recommended. The food was incredible, one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. The vibe was unique. Very upbeat for those looking for a good dinner with drinks, specifically Zomoz Mezcal. And if you are in the mood for dancing, the music was phenomenal when they turned it...

4.50 (214 reviews) (~3.89 km from centre)

Soregashi

Japanese restaurant

😐 Update 2023: Decided to give this place another try after a few years. Unfortunately, it got more expensive, and the food quality did not improve... The prices are on par or even higher than our very favorite sushi restaurants in Little Tokyo, and the quality is nowhere near it. Also, the service w...

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4.50 (72 reviews) (~16.19 km from centre)