Hidden gems - New us american restaurants in Santa Monica, United States not to miss (Updated April, 2024)

Hidden gems: New us american restaurants in Santa Monica

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Santa Monica. This list contains 8 places from New us american restaurant category.

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Ben's Fast Food

Health food restaurant

👍👍 Found this hidden gem while checking out the new Cloud kitchen in Lawndale. Unlike most fast food places, you don’t feel sluggish after a meal…yet they maintain the price of a fast food chain. I had the chicken hearty bowl with rosemary balsamic sauce, a green smoothie and the dark chocolate cashew...

4.90 (30 reviews) (~20.16 km from centre)

Ben's Fast Food

Health food restaurant

👍👍 I ordered through Uber eats today and I am blown away by my meal. I had the hearty braised pork bowl and it was so delicious. The price was incredible, 2 bowls for $15.99! Healthy fast food is hard to come by. I wish I lived closer so I could every day!

4.80 (72 reviews) (~18.16 km from centre)

Ben's Fast Food

Health food restaurant

😠 I put in an order an immediately denied it, they still charge for no reason just to make a profit. I thought this place was good but apparently a rip off

4.80 (20 reviews) (~37.61 km from centre)

Stix & Straws

Halal restaurant

Bright, modern counter serve serving grilled or fried skewers, burgers, smoothies & bubble teas.

$$ $$

4.60 (141 reviews) (~13.29 km from centre)

Joyce Soul and Sea

New American restaurant

👍👍 Another cute spot in DTLA. It has been opened for few months now. The people who works there are nice and friendly. I’ve also met the owner of the restaurant and she’s so friendly. Mostly food here is like in the South. Perfect portions that you can enjoy. I recommend this place to anyone to try esp...

4.60 (104 reviews) (~21.77 km from centre)

Main Kitchen Cafe

Californian restaurant

👍👍 Amazing food and drinks were freshly squeezed!! Absolutely delicious and service was excellent. Highly recommend it!

4.50 (117 reviews) (~25.3 km from centre)

Lunetta At Night

New American restaurant

👍👍 We had the most beautiful party at Lunetta! They are the most wonderful hosts. We had a big family event of about 70-80 people with a DJ and dancing, taking over a combination of the All Day room and OG patio, and it was perfect! The food was delicious and special, the manager, owner, event coordina...

$$ $$

4.50 (106 reviews) (~2.57 km from centre)

Le Comptoir

French restaurant

Counter-only French specialist with just 10 seats, serving up innovative dishes in a tiny space.

$$ $$

4.50 (85 reviews) (~18.22 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: New us american restaurants in Santa Monica, United States