I absolutely loved my dinner at Lunetta! The space is SO beautiful with three different dining…read moreareas, each with its own vibe, making it such a lovely spot for date night, dinner with family, or catching up with friends. Their menus focus on fresh, locally sourced + seasonal ingredients, and you can tell! Everything that came out was so colorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. What we tried: Tender Green Jardinière Ahi Tuna Crudo with yuzu passion fruit shoyu Pork Chop with peaches Wood-Grilled Salmon Shishito Peppers Sweet Summer Corn with cilantro lime onion butter

Had a great experience for Dine LA lunch. The hanger steak was tender and perfectly cooked, and the…read moreopen-faced lobster roll featured impressively large chunks of lobster. The staff was incredibly attentive- spontaneously moving the umbrellas so the sun wouldn't hit us without us even having to ask! Despite being busy for a Friday lunch, lunetta delivers high-quality food in a great atmosphere. While the banana bread and gelato didn't quite hit the mark, the overall meal was excellent. Plus, they have a massive back lot with free parking, which is a major bonus.

I recommend AVOIDING this place and not getting sucked into this tourist trap just cause it's near…read morethe beach. The service is REALLY BAD, it took almost 15min just to get a waiter/waitress (when the place was basically empty). When we finally got one (who I suppose didn't think telling us her name was important at all...), it was as if ordering food from her was a total inconvenience to her day when the place wasn't even crowded... The food was not very good either. The ceviche came out extremely fishy and when I told the server this she did not apologize nor try to make it right and gave us a ton of attitude, verbatim saying "what do you want me to do about it? They can't remake it; it's already made and is too tough for the kitchen to remake" - which tells me they are still feeding fishy ceviche to other people, which is alarming and she acted as if I should just eat it anyways... [this was a younger blonde girl in a hat] very strange behavior and extremely poor hospitality. The drinks are super watered down with too much mixer and hardly any alcohol. My girlfriend's fried chicken sandwich was super dry (she didn't finish it as a result) and my burger was pretty awful with little flavor (and very overcooked/charcoaled). The chicken dippers were ok, nothing special - super overfried to be honest (I guess the sauces were decent tho?). The french fries and broccolini may have been the best parts, which is alarming when the sides are significantly better than the mains (and even they weren't very good and had a TON of salt - the broccolini was the only thing we finished). The chips and guacamole were pretty flavorless and we left most of it uneaten. Overall, again, I recommend AVOIDING this place at all costs despite the appearance of a good ambiance just cause it's near the beach, as YOU WILL BE DISAPPOINTED and waste your money.

The atmosphere is fun and I liked the nachos (you can choose between 3 different sizes depending on…read morehow many people it's for), but the pina coladas were nasty. Don't use the restrooms outside in the trailer, so many tiny flies. Also, we sat in an area that didn't have a 'reserved, go see the host first' sign but half an hour after we sat down, a waitress came over to tell us we had to move even though there were other groups in our area who were not seated by the host either.

amazing food, great vibes & the cod is 10/10 owner is very…read morekind as well , recommend for any occasion or just because

Black Cod was off the charts... service impeccable. Drinks fantastic. Nothing to complain about.read more

This spot is a must go, and makes my top ten list of best brunch in the US…read more My last review was 8 years ago, (so here is my update) and was so impressed with the remodel. Would love to sit at the new bar some time if I ever travel without my little one. Brunch was epic, went with a usual- my wife and I went halvsies on the benedict and egg sandwich- I added some eggs, truffle fries, sausage and turkey bacon for the group to share- All was epic. Had a bite of pancakes, and chicken salad sandwich (w/ turmeric raisin bread). We started with the crostini, and did two of each; they were epic. I personally liked the apricot one and the prosciutto/goat cheese. All drinks were great, but I loved the mezcal espresso martini, and their walnut old fashioned. Table next to us got the puffed bread, and that looked epic. Also, we loved Alfonso, our waiter; he was great, and checked in to grab us some extra stuff as we kept trying to order more, and more. Can't wait to my next visit!

This review has nothing to do with food or service it has to do with management and how long a…read morerestaurant should stay open. On the Internet on every possible site it says that the restaurant is open till 10 o'clock. In fact, when I went to enter this Yelp also said it's open till 10 o'clock. I walked in at 8:45 asked the people if they were open they said no that it closes in a couple minutes meaning 9 o'clock and that you'd have to order immediately. This is again my pet peeve with restaurants in California. If you're going to close your restaurant at 9 o'clock you must stay open at least an hour after that so people can sit down take their time order their dinner and eat their dinner and then an hour after that you close the kitchen, but you leave it open for dessert for another half hour then people can order their dessert in a calm manner have their dessert and still enjoy their dinner and sit around. This business of having a close time and then telling people they have two minutes to order is a bunch of crap. This doesn't happen in Chicago. It doesn't happen in New York and it doesn't happen at high in restaurants. So if you do this, you're not a high-end restaurant you're a low restaurant. It probably is having trouble staying alive anyway. So don't do this. I will always give you a one or two star review. I have enough followers and you should take my word for it that you can't do this. If you're open till 10 o'clock be open till 10 o'clock and give people time to enjoy their dinner.

Met up with a former work colleague here last night. Good food. Great service. A great time…read more Always gotta love it when there are no parking issues. And free! Parking lot behind the restaurant. It's a beautiful thing in the Santa Monica. No meters. No garages. No restrictions. Anyway ... Walked in without a reservation. Don't know if you should get one on the weekends but always better to be safe than sorry. Both indoor and outdoor seating. And even bar seating. I chose to sit indoors. Not at the bar but in the booths in the bar area. Service was excellent. I don't know how to spell her name but she was great. Nice and friendly. Attentive and prompt. As for the food - enjoyed it with one note - the mushroom pizza for me, had an overly salty taste. I know mushrooms aren't generally salty so maybe it was from the cheese or sauce. Not sure but between my friend and I - we left a few unfinished untouched slices. I'd order the rest of the dishes again though they were all appetizers. Decent adult beverage selection - beer, wine and spirits. And Happy Hour that ends at 5. I like the vibes here and it's definitely a yes for a return visit. Especially after the expansion to try even more dishes.

Great location and ambiance, but the food quality and execution did not justify the hype…read more The Cloverfield has a fantastic location and inviting ambiance, making it an appealing spot to grab a drink or meet up with friends. Unfortunately, the food and service fell short of my expectations. The restaurant is on the pricier side, but given its desirable location and atmosphere, the pricing feels somewhat justified. Also, the restaurant business is tough to manage, especially with recent increases in rent, insurance, and supply costs. That said, based on my experience, the food is overrated compared with the praise it receives in many reviews. The Cloverfield Cheeseburger - 2/5. The menu suggests the burger is made with high-quality beef, and that may well be true. However, the patty itself tasted bland and lacked the richness and fat content needed to make it memorable. It also lacked a well-developed crust, which left the overall flavor underwhelming. The bun deteriorated after only a few bites and lacked the chewiness and structure of a good burger bun. The produce was equally disappointing. The tomatoes were pale pink, seemingly underripe, and lacked the deep, juicy sweetness that can elevate a burger. The lettuce was pale and lacked both the crisp texture and fresh flavor needed to complement the other ingredients. Overall, this burger was a letdown. The Scramble - 2/5. This breakfast plate comes with scrambled eggs, pan-fried potatoes, and toast. The potatoes tasted as though they had been sitting on the side of the griddle for some time - dry, overcooked, and lacking freshness. The scrambled eggs were similarly disappointing. They lacked the velvety texture and rich flavor that distinguish well-executed scrambled eggs from average ones. The dish was serviceable but far from memorable. Cloverfield Chili - 2.5/5. The description is promising, highlighting ingredients such as grass-fed beef and lime crema. In practice, however, the chili was merely okay. The flavor profile felt somewhat bland and one-dimensional, while the ground beef lacked the moisture and richness that make a hearty chili satisfying. More disappointing was the serving temperature - the chili arrived only slightly warm. A dish like this should be served piping hot to deliver the comforting, hearty experience diners expect. The Cloverfield excels in location and atmosphere, and I would happily return for drinks or to catch up with friends. However, the food did not live up to the expectations set by its reputation or pricing. While the setting is enjoyable, the overall dining experience left me underwhelmed.

May 25, 2026 | Santa Monica | A friend, and I wanted to try a new place and decided on Lula Cocina…read moreMexicana! Fish Tacos & Shrimp Taco | The Spicy chipotle lime shrimp & Crispy fried Baja fish were tasty! I ordered the taco plate; 2 tacos of your choice with rice and beans! Beans & Rice | I enjoyed the beans and rice, quite flavorful! I particularly loved the Spanish rice! Yum! Chips & Salsa | I can always appreciate chips and salsa! The salsa was interesting, different flavor from what I'm used to. Hibiscus Agua Fresca | Housemade, delicious, and refreshing, loved it! Decor | Lively, colorful & cultural! The eye- catching, colorful murals on the wall, the vibrant flowers on some tables, the colorful lacy paper decorations hanging from the ceiling... It's an incredibly upbeat vibe! There is color everywhere! Customer Service | Friendly, helpful with the menu & attentive! Seating | Inside & an Outside patio! We sat on the inside, because I love the large open windows, which looked out onto Main Street! Overall | It's always fun trying a new place and I'm glad we did!

Amazing food and service! Came here with my family for a quick bite and ended up relaxing and…read morehanging out for a while. Lots of options for food and drink, but Jonesy helped us pick out everything we wanted. Our kids are picky eaters so we had a lot of questions, but he patiently answered everything. I have plenty of allergies too. Thankfully Jonesy helped me navigate the menu and now I have a new favorite place for tacos!

Came for dinner!…read more FLAVOR (4.2/5): 1. PHYLLO BAKED FETA: Probably the best dish of the night - perfectly flakey, with a good mixture of sweet and savory from the cheese and honey. A great appetizer to order for the table. 2. HUMMUS: The hummus was delicious with the pita! Another great appetizer to share. 3. GREEK FRIES: The fries were flavorful and came with two dips. If you're a big fan of fries I would recommend. The portion size was decent. 4. CHARRED OCTOPUS: The octopus was good and tender, but I feel like the main dishes we ordered fell flat compared to the appetizers. 5. JIDORI HALF CHICKEN: The chicken was okay, a little dry despite the shakshuka sauce. SERVICE (5/5): Service was good! AMBIENCE (4/5): Fun rooftop restaurant in Santa Monica. I was seated at table that didn't have the best views, but seeing the sunset with the comfort of a heater was still pleasant. PARKING (3/5): I parked street, but they may have valet - not sure. TAKEAWAYS: I liked Calabra and would have loved to try even more of their offerings - the branzino especially caught my eye. Unfortunately I probably won't be going back because although the food is good, it doesn't justify the price point. For reference, Bestia's marinated olives appetizer is 9 dollars, while Calabra's is 16.

Quite a beautiful rooftop restaurant located in the very fancy Santa Monica. Came here as part of a…read morework dinner, so I was in a large group (12 people almost!). The beauty of Mediterranean food is that it's perfect to share with large groups. Because I had some fellow vegetarians (and veg friendly people) with me, ordering was quite fun. We almost ordered every vegetarian mezze, which included: Mezze sampler: the Muhammara was my favorite of them all and the naan was amazing. Very soft, but flavorful. Sprouted cauliflower: interesting way they made it. Golden tahini had a nice touch. Pickled vegetables: loved them Greek fries: can't go wrong with that Roasted sweet potato: surprisingly quite good and a very different palate from the fries. Baked feta: interesting, but this wasn't a fan favorite amongst the group. While our non-vegetarian colleagues enjoyed the octopus, we were nearly full with just the mezze. We decided to go ahead and order the mushroom skewers while the other side enjoyed the tomahawk. Everyone was full after all this food. The cocktails kept flowing. I stuck with just one Urfa mezcalita while enjoying the views for the remainder of the night. This lasted until dessert where plenty were ordered. I got a chocolate gelato not realizing I'd get two scoops. Sadly I could only finish one scoop. Anyhow, there are heaters all over the rooftop so that people can enjoy throughout the year. They do have to crank it up as needed, but it's there. Can't mention price much because this was work sanctioned, but it was a great decision.

My second time here and I can confirm that this is the best neighborhood gem in the Santa Monica…read morearea. They have done everything right... expertly prepared fresh food, attentive staff, an owner who is present and super welcoming. The ambiance is relaxing with beautiful lighting and music that is not too loud. What more could you ask for? Also, it's a non tipping establishment, so if you want to slip your server a little extra, be sure to bring cash.

10/10 meal. Steak seasoned to perfection. I'm not usually an octopus person but it was fantastic…read more As was the crudo. Mediterranean dips and pita fantastic. Wine incredible. Servers attentive and kind. And owners couldn't be nicer. Oh and don't sleep on the desserts. The milk and cookie was beyond, and the lemon cake was amazing too. We were visiting from New York and would happily come back. Might move to LA. Who knows.