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    Chelsea

    4.6 (214 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    CHELSEA ATMOSPHERE

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    Intimate
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Tandoori Fried Chicken
    Kayla A.

    Great service in a beautiful setting. We were a party of four and enjoyed the eclectic and delicious food. The owners were very friendly and accommodating and eager to please.

    Lamb kebabs
    Peggy S.

    I checked out Chelsea during a happy hour with a friend and sat at the bar. We got lamb kebabs, kimchi, grilled cheese, and fish tacos. The lamb kebabs were a bit gamey for my taste but I enjoyed the sauce that came with it. Fish tacos were flaky and well cooked but wished it was more flavorful. The kimchi grilled cheese felt pretty substantial and filling. The food was good but one dish didn't particularly stand out. The drinks on the other hand did. The shades of pink was a really good sippable drink that was perfect on a warm day. It wasn't too sweet and light enough to feel refreshing. The aloe & behold cocktail was delicious and got a hint of floral flavor that made it feel unique. The staff were great and attentive. The bathrooms were clean and had a cute aesthetic. The whole restaurant felt like a good date night place or a vibey place to go with coworkers. Street/meter parking was available but be wary of the neighborhoods which have parking restrictions.

    Happy hour drinks
    Andrew M.

    Definitely worth trying .. especially happy hour .. no reason not to Food, drinks, and service were all 5/5 .. shout out to Ty for top tier service The kimchi grilled cheese was the stand out. Seems weird but it really worked. Menu didn't say so but came with some really good tomato soup dip also. Love a good food surprise Drinks come next .. wow .. really unique and delicious. American Samurai and Shades of Pink .. both home runs The Sea Bass in coconut lemongrass deliciousness. A bit pricey but fair for Sea Bass and location. The portion was pretty large compared to other places. Excellent Tempura cauliflower.. this was good but the only thing I have any notes on .. I'd like a sauce .. it's has flavorful toppings and something like chili oil on the plate .. wish chili oil was more of a sauce .. but still was very good .. texture was perfect tho .. a little crunchier than traditional tempura which was nice Ambiance was charming .. cute little place .. a must try

    Octopus
    Diana T.

    Chelsea was a beautiful, moody interior restaurant with vibrant dishes and fun cocktails. Especially loved the yellowtail and watermelon dish as well as the grilled octopus. I believe everyone enjoyed their dishes, but docking a star as they overcooked the steak frites! We ordered it medium rare but it came to us medium-well done. It is always disappointing to get a steak more done than you requested. They had a seasonal banana foster dessert at the end that was delicious. Service was attentive and pleasant. Definitely a pricier place, but worth it to try the different dishes on the menu!

    Key lime pie was outstanding
    Sharon Y.

    Love Little Chelsea for their beautiful patio and delicious food. On our initial visit, the menu was very limited and it was hard to find something that our extremely picky eater liked. The second time we came, they were serving the entire Chelsea menu in addition to the previous menu, so everyone was able to find something that appealed to them. In particular, I have liked their fish - their fish tacos and New Zealand seabass were delicious. The portions for the seabass were quite large. Child loved their escargot stuffed mushrooms and boar ragu. Husband likes the burger - I had a bite, and it was amazing. Don't pass up the desserts here! The key lime pie was outstanding, and the ricotta cheesecake was delicious as well. Love the fresh berries they include with the dessert.

    Najeya K.

    Chelsea is a great choice for a classy & elegant evening. The inside has very modern style decor with dim lighting that really sets the tone for a date night. The menu felt a bit limiting considering the few options for entrees. They serve American food, which really just means a bunch of random things. The Wasabi Pea Crusted Ahi might sound intimidating & kinda weird, but i'm glad J ordered it. The fish itself tastes very plain but fresh. The crust is what gives this dish flavor. I enjoyed trying this dish, but I think i'll leave it as a one-time experience. The service was excellent. You can really feel that this is a family owned business that has a lot of love being poured into it. Chelsea has a lot of potential in my opinion & for that reason, I'd be willing to give it another visit some day.

    The cocktails were amazing, flavorful but not sweet. They were just the beginning of the night....
    Mary M.

    The cocktails were amazing, flavorful but not sweet. They were just the beginning of the evening however. The lobster rolls melted in your mouth and the sauces for the other dishes blend the best of so many cultures. We just loved it.

    Duck
    Dee H.

    Came here for date night and it was definitely the right ambiance. We were able to make reservations and the host was accommodating. Alex was a fantastic server. He read the room and gave us space during intimate conversations but came and checked on us, anticipating needs. We ordered the lobster sliders which were delicious and a reasonable portion of lobster. I'd come back for these. The lamb chop was suggested as a popular dish and was cooked perfectly, however it was just okay...flavor was mid if you will. The duck however was very flavorful and cooked to perfection. I'd recommend the duck. The menu prices were not consistent with what we were billed (actual prices slightly higher)..pretty sure. Oh well. Nice place to try.

    Short rib pasta

    Short rib pasta was delicious but the portions are so damn small lol . The service was real nice and the ambiance was immaculate

    Wine
    Gregory D.

    Great lounge / restaurant bar in Santa Monica. Dark but not too dark. Good music with cool vibe. I tried almost everything on the menu. From oysters to a couple bottles of wine . Service was great. The bartender made us feel at home. Most definitely will be back.

    Deck Menu happy hour menu and oysters

    I had another great dinner tonight at Chelsea. Sat on the outdoor deck for happy hour with my pup, it was really popping. I'm glad to see people are discovering how good this restaurant is. The ambience the food and the service was exceptional. Shout out to Ty who always makes me feel at home. The service here really is top-notch. Everybody works as a team. Today I started out with a nice glass of wine and two orders of oysters off the happy hour menu And then I tried something new and had the Tikka Masala Fried Chicken with an ice cold beer. The presentation was beautiful, and the dish was extremely tasty, it had the perfect amount of heat, just a really well executed dish. They make it with a chicken breast. I would love to see them have a chicken thigh option. There were a few other dogs on the deck today and they were all extremely well behaved. Very nice to see.

    Matcha chocolate cake
    Caroline T.

    We made reservations for a Friday evening and the staff were very accommodating when we wanted to show up a little early. The small dining room had lots of good seating. We got a nice rounded booth which made it easy for conversation and dish sharing. The burrata appetizer was very large - easily shareable for 4 people. The octopus appetizer was a nice idea but the thick part of the octopus was a bit tough. The entrees were the highlight of the meal. Everyone's dishes were great. The pork chop stood out for its excellent cook - crisp on the edges and very tender throughout. The trout and sea bass were delusions too.

    Pork chop over purple cabbage
    Sam J.

    I have been wanting to try Chelsea for some time now and finally got a chance. The restaurant feels like a nice homey vibe. Nicely lit, quiet with good feelings and sounds. The wait staff was fun and helpful and there was only one waiter for all the tables on this night. Which was fine because we didn't feel stalled at all. The cocktails were tasty but the spicy margarita from the menu lacked some spice punch I have to say. However the tequila old fashion I ordered was a 10/10! Lacking punch is how I would describe the entire meal. Things were good but I can't say that anything knocked my socks off. We started with sashimi and melon dish along with the tuna ceviche. Both good neither great. A surprise was the lobster slider because it was fried. Likely a waste of lobster to cook it so hard. Again different but not mind blowing different. My main was the pork chop. It got a little boring even with the vegetable side and mashed potatoes that lacked all flavor. The rest of the party ordered the sea bass. I had a bite. It was good at first but then I got overwhelmed with the coconut flavor. I didn't try the fried chicken. I wasn't told it was spicy but it's not my interest. The ricotta cheesecake was good. Apologies for my crappy pictures. New phone and the settings didn't get dialed in until the end of the night for the dessert.

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    This restaurant deserves 10 stars, insane dishes, great service and ambience, definitely one of the best in town!!!

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    Ask the Community - Chelsea

    Where can I find the menu for the outdoor patio?

    Look at the photos posted, it's posted

    Corkage charge is a joke. Lost my bus?

    their wines are great and reasonable. no need for corkage

    How much is the corkage please?

    I called a couple months ago, and the corkage was 40/bottle, which I thought was outrageous. Place is fantastic but wouldn't recommend bringing your own wine.

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    We had a reservation here for our 10th anniversary. A few days before our reservation, someone…read morereached out to let us know there would be loud music playing and it might not be the best environment for an anniversary dinner. We had been wanting to try this place for a while and couldn't move the date but music was completely fine with us. The music was actually great! It was a private event indoors so we sat outside on the patio. Unfortunately, the food was only ok and the service was not ideal. No one acknowledged our anniversary, throughout the entire evening even though it was in the open table reservation notes. The shrimp and chicken dumplings were amazing. The Hamachi sashimi was very fatty and there was a few pieces we couldn't eat. The fried chicken sandwich was OK although it tasted very simple for $26. At the end of the dinner we got the bill with a 2.5% service fee + 20% auto gratuity for "event". I normally tip this much but I found so I don't mind that it was automatically included, but it was odd we paid an auto 20% gratuity for an event we were not a part of - we weren't even seated inside where the private event was taking place. Unfortunately, the three stars comes down to the fact that even though it was our 10th anniversary, there was no acknowledgment of the special day and the food was sub-par.

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    We had a very good experience here! Our waitress was friendly, fast, and gave great…read morerecommendations! We split two appetizers, which was plenty due to the portion size. Drinks were delicious and the vibe was fun!

    I finally made it to The Misfit in Santa Monica, and honestly, the interior is giving major…read moreBalthazar-meets-Parisian-speakeasy energy. It's located in the old Clock Tower building, and the Art Deco decor is absolutely stunning--dark enough to hide a bad day but vibrant enough for a girls' night. The Vibe: It's loud, lively, and perfectly "bohemian chic". If you're coming on a weekend, prepare for a crowd, but it's the good kind of crowded where everyone looks like they just came from a gallery opening. The Food: I'm still thinking about the Crispy Chicken Sandwich--it was juicy, perfectly seasoned, and came with a fennel-apple slaw that actually felt fresh. We also shared the Bacon Wrapped Dates (obviously) and the Hand Cut Kennebec Fries, which arrive in a bowl so huge it could basically be its own zip code. The Drinks: Their Happy Hour is arguably the best in the city. I had the Japanese Dream with matcha, and it was expertly crafted--not too sweet, which is my biggest pet peeve. The "Misfit" Moment: The service can be a tiny bit slow when it's "rammed," and there's a 4% kitchen fee that feels a bit unnecessary, but they make up for it with those complimentary sea salt chocolate chip cookies at the end. They are warm, gooey, and life-changing. One major heads-up: I heard a rumor they might be closing their doors on April 18th due to some landlord drama, so get there while you still can.

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