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    Holey Moley

    4.6 (569 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Cassie C.

    Fun place to go for a date night or with a group! My coworkers and I came here for a team outing and had a fun time. The decor is kitschy, on-theme, and intentional. The actual indoor mini golf is only 9 holes so it's just enough to have a bit of fun without it dragging on. Our server, Elvis, aka the Big Dill, was amazing! Loved his outfit and his energy. He was kind, energetic, and helpful from the get-go. Was very on top of getting us drinks and settled in asap. He let us know when all our food was ready as we were playing (we had everything pre-ordered) and was just attentive and great overall. The food itself was pretty mediocre, but I didn't have high expectations there so it was pretty on par (golf pun intended).

    Zan L.

    Really unique mini golf that specializes in themed short courses. There are a couple locations around Southern California this one here in Santa Monica and one down in Irvine. They also serve drinks and food so it's a bit of a mix of indoor mini golf and drinks and food. It is a place for dates with adults, but honestly, there were a ton of kids when we went on Saturday so it felt more like a place for kids and anything else. Especially when they don't know the rules of mini golf and are trying to swing past 10+ attempts. There was a bit of a bottleneck when we played so that was our only issue. It's located inside the Santa Monica Promenade, so there is plenty of parking options in the parking structure is close by. The staff was very polite when we arrived and overall, it was a fun experience. The holes are extremely unique and overall I thought it was an enjoyable time. I wish it would've been a bit more of an adult only experience, but I guess it depends on the day and time you go.

    Course on the main floor
    Crystal C.

    Solid experience playing golf at holey moley! There are three different courses - red, yellow and white. Each hole is pretty small - definitely not an outdoor miniature golf establishment, so set your expectations now! We did two courses on the top level (take the elevator or stairs up) and each hole was pretty creative. Definitely photo worthy which made it fun and I saw there were some seats outdoors (and a few indoors) where it looks like you can make a reservation. Downstairs when you walk in (after taking the escalator), that's the bar and another short course (you see it right at the entrance). It's a bit pricey but again, you're in Santa Monica, and just do it for the vibe and experience! Fun for a date and to try something different at 3rd street!

    Nachos
    Kineshia C.

    This is the perfect place for a solo or double date. It's all indoors so you can golf rain or shine. We went on a Saturday and decided we wanted to delay our golfing experience to have a few drinks and eat some food. The process to update our timing was really easy. I really enjoyed the wings and the elote ribs but I would skip out on the nachos. When we did start golfing I was really impressed with the setup and the number of courses. We played every course and I thought they were all very creative and fun. It was also nice because servers would come to you to take your drink orders and deliver them right to you. Two floors of fun, a great DJ playing pop, hip hop, and some r&b, and a nice mixed crowd. Very fun and a good way to break the ice if you're on your first date. I'll definitely be back!

    Bar
    Brandon F.

    Who doesn't love a good date night! Came with the girlfriend for some drinks and mini golf. Couldn't have been more happy! This place appears super packed (Friday night) but it moves quickly and there are multiple courses so it really isn't bad. The place is clean! The bar is organized. And there is security who checks ID and bags before you enter. Gives a peace of mind considering many people enjoy drinks while playing mini golf. The drinks we had from the bar were good! The bar tender was also able to make some drinks not specifically on the menu. I haven't had such a fun mini golf experience until I came here. I can't wait to go back! I did not have any of their food options here so I can't touch in on that, but i will next time.

    Amanda H.

    We had such a fun afternoon at Holey Moley! If you're visiting with kids, here's what worked really well for us. Parking: We parked in a public garage about two blocks away. We arrived around 4:00 p.m. on a Monday and had no trouble finding parking. We stayed for about three hours and paid $10. The location is right on the Third Street Promenade across from Barnes & Noble. There's a really cute photo opportunity when you first walk in, then you head upstairs via the escalator to check in. We visited on a Monday and took advantage of their Monday-Wednesday $20 unlimited golf special. With kids, this is absolutely the best value. You can also pay per course if you prefer. There are three themed 9-hole courses: White (main floor), and Red and Yellow upstairs. After each course, Hole 9 has a ball return, so you'll need to get a new ball before starting the next course. My 5-year-old's favorite part was actually using the ball vending machines--we ended up trying every color by the end of the night! We played Red, then Yellow, then White, and afterward went back to replay our favorite holes. The staff estimates about 30 minutes per course, but we took our time and spent around two hours golfing before heading to the restaurant for dinner. The atmosphere was great--fun early-2000s music, lots of seating in the restaurant, a cozy upstairs alcove, and outdoor patios on both levels. They even have servers who come to your course to take drink orders while you're playing. A special shout-out to Elvis, who was phenomenal. He was our server while we golfed and again during dinner--friendly, energetic, attentive, and just genuinely made the experience better. For dinner we ordered the Happy Hour burger with fries, a kids' cheese pizza, and a side of carrots. The food was solid--I'd compare it to Applebee's or Yard House. Unfortunately, after Elvis went on break, service dropped off significantly. We were ignored for quite a while and eventually had to walk to the bar to ask for drink refills and to-go boxes. It felt like the venue caters primarily to adults, and as a parent with a young child, we felt a little overlooked. That said, Elvis actually came and found us after his break to check if we needed anything else, which really spoke to how great his service was. The courses themselves are creative and unique, with some fun trick shots and obstacles that kept both adults and kids entertained. The only downside was that it was pretty warm inside. The air conditioning was running, but it struggled to keep up. I also think the courses are close enough together that they could feel crowded during busy evenings or weekends. Overall, we had an amazing time and will absolutely be back. If you're bringing younger kids, I'd recommend visiting on a weekday afternoon like we did--it was quiet, relaxed, and perfect for our 5-year-old. We made a whole afternoon of it with mini golf, dinner, and another round of our favorite holes before heading home.

    Instagrammable patio on the 3rd level (Mar 2026)
    Luke L.

    Holey Moley is an indoor miniature golf and putt-putt venue with multiple locations in California (The Third Street Promenade, Irvine Spectrum, and San Francisco), Colorado, and Texas. This is basically mini-golf made for adults as the venue also includes a karaoke room and a full-service bar. [Parking]: Plenty of free public parking structures in Santa Monica and I parked at the Parking Structure 4. First 90 minutes = free and $2 up to 2 hours. [Entry]: The venue is located on the Third Street Promenade. Beginning at 8 PM each night, all guests entering the venue must be over the age of 21 and have a valid ID. [Courses]: There are three 9-hole courses with two courses on the 3rd floor and one course on the 2nd floor. [Price]: Monday - Thursday for one course (9 holes) per person = $14, 18 Holes = $22, and 27 Holes = $26. For Karaoke, Monday - Thursday = $80 per hour. I asked the staff about special offers and apparently there was a spring break special - $20 per person for unlimited rounds. [Drinks]: Happy Hour is available from Monday to Friday from 2 PM to 5 PM. $4 = Well Spirits, $4 = Beer Cans, $9 = Cocktails, and $2 off all taps. [Atmosphere]: The venue was playing a 2000s music selection and there was an Instagrammable patio on the 3rd level. Honestly, the experience would feel like a letdown if I didn't play all three courses as each 9-hole course has only one or two really unique obstacle highlights. Our party was able to complete all three courses from 8:45 PM to 10 PM. [Conclusion]: This spot is designed as a perfect date spot since (1) guests must be 21+ after 8 PM so there are no distractions from children, (2) couples can walk around and eat at the Third Street Promenade before coming here, and (3) the prices are reasonable for an easy 90-minute interactive activity. Personally, this is a one-and-done activity if I am just here by myself, but I can easily see myself coming back multiple times if I am going on additional second or third dates.

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    Garvin T.

    Atmosphere was great not to crowded so not rushed off any holes. Drinks were good, ( a bit hard to mess up a Coors light) . Photo Booth/camera at the end was the cherry on top

    Abbi F.

    A fun indoor mini-golf spot that made for an atypical & highly entertaining weeknight date night. There are 3 or 4 different courses. But the most unexpected hit of the evening was the EXTREMELY generous pours in tasty cocktails at the bar...served up in super "grammable" ways. Pro tip: if you order the bathtub cocktail, you get to keep the rubber ducky!

    Corby O.

    I was excited to take my wife here for some fun before our V-Day dinner and for the most part it was a good experience. While the courses are small the holes are very unique and present different challenges than other courses we've played. We did enjoy the courses and checking out the holes. We started with a quick bite, the sweet potato fries and pretzel bites were really tasty and the server was very friendly and quick so everything went well. The reasons for a few star deductions -It is a small space so with a lot of people there it felt pretty cramped at times. -The rules are posted all over the place but no one enforces them. At one point we got behind a large group playing very slowly and they wouldn't let us play through, part of the group would just advance to the next hole while the other part finished the previous, it was a little frustrating. -Another group had 3 younger kids and did nothing to control them. They were running around the course from hole to hole, hitting their balls randomly, throwing their balls into holes, ect making it hard to play especially when they ran across a hole you were actively playing. -Several of the holes with moving parts were broken and didn't move, it took away a little bit not having that extra challenge and ambiance. It was a good experienced, we'd like to go back when it's not so busy and get another feel for it all.

    A fun kid's toy setup
    Jay S.

    I know this place opened up a while ago, but it was my first time visiting! It was a really cool concept, but it was definitely super chaotic. I don't know if it's because it was the weekend, or they were just really busy. Either way, they don't really provide much instructions and a lot of the people were very confused and wait times initially were pretty long. Also, it seemed like some groups had servers regularly going up to them, but others (like ours) were kind of ignored. I didn't get to try any of the food, but it the drinks all looked amazing! I also heard they have deals on the weekdays (except Friday) after 6pm, so I would definitely recommend trying it on one of those days if you can. This also seems like it would be a really cool spot for a company outing or some sort of group/birthday event on a non-busy day/time. I'm glad I tried it, but I don't know if I would come back unless it was one of the scenarios that I described above. Overall: 3.5/5

    Regina C.

    If you're looking for a fun activity with friends, family, or significant other, go to Holey Moley for some fun mini golf competition! We did the highest amount of holes (27) and had an absolute blast. We took roughly 2.5 hours to play. No one really checked how long you're there for even though when you book the reservation, it says the max amount of time is 1.15 hours. We all enjoyed the different kinds of themes they had! The only thing we wished was a bigger space as when he it gets crowded or even with a group of 5, it seemed too cramped.

    Chris H.

    An amazing spot to swing by for drinks and some mini golf. First time here and wanted to check it out to see what the hoopla was about. I love a good spot of mini golf, and even more love that you can drink while mini golfing. This isn't very common and do appreciate the adults only after 8 pm. The drinks are pretty decent for the price, and the best part you get to keep some the cups, which could be a bath tub or a unicorn for example. The music is great with the live dj bumping great tunes. The service is great from the bar - they really take care of you. Only reason this isn't a five stars is the fact that the mini golf area is tiny for 9 holes and you spend up waiting more often than not for others. You'll spend at most 30 minutes because of lines.

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    There are parking structures all over 3rd St Promenade. I would recommend City of Santa Monica Parking Structure 1. I believe first 90 minutes are free.

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    Specifically Elvis "The Big Dill" helping out on the top floor he is THE MAN and you'd be lucky to see him if you visit.

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    Chelsea - Best Rib eye I've ever had

    Chelsea

    4.6(211 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    We celebrated my friend's birthday here last night and I'm so glad we decided to come here! I think…read morethe gentleman who seated us might have been the owner, he was very kind and welcoming. Our server, Murray, was so patient with us and was amazing all around. We were very indecisive and he gave us great recommendations, and was attentive, welcoming, and when needed, gave us our space to enjoy the meal. Thank you, Murray! We started with the Rye me a River cocktail and the Mezcal cocktail which were both perfect for our tastes. My mezcal drink was beautiful with a black salt rim and beautiful Smokey flavor (along with the word Chelsea spelled out on my ice cube). My friend loved his Rye me a River cocktail. For food, we started with the oysters and lobster sliders which I don't get a picture of, but they were both great!!! The lobster sliders were actually my favorite bite of the whole meal. My friend devoured the oysters, he loved them so much. We then had the boar ragu tagliatelle which was excellent. It was sweeter than most ragus that I've had, but that was my friend's favorite dish of the whole night. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly, absolutely perfectly, and the pistachio crust was delicious. We ordered steak frites and asked that the fries be truffle fries, which they kindly accommodated. So glad we asked because the truffle fries were delicious, they came with a cilantro dipping sauce that was delectable! The steak itself was cooked perfectly, and the gravy accompaniment was an excellent complement to the steak. We also got the peanut butter and chocolate turnover for my friend's birthday. Yall, it was SO good! It really exceeded my expectations. We will definitely be back! My friend was so happy with his birthday meal!! We found street parking, but they do have valet if you need it as well. The interior of the restaurant is lovely, great for a date night. They have dimmer lighting, and great booths and tables throughout the space. The bar is beautiful and has a small tv screen in case you want to watch something but it's small enough and out of the way that it's not distracting at all if you don't want to watch any sporting event.

    Great space and interesting menu inspired from a diverse amount of sources. It felt like a perfect…read morerepresentation of why LA is such a great melting pot of different cultures. Treated my friend to dinner her for letting us stay at her place for a night. Oysters: With lemon ginger vinaigrette, fresh oysters and beautiful plate. My kids are used to it with only lemon so we ate them and they were great. Yellowtail & Watermelon Sashimi: Chili oil, ponzu, onion, serrano. Wonderful combo with the watermelon, haven't had it like this before and would repeat. Sweet Corn & Ricotta Ravioli: Thai green curry based sauce. It was delicious but deceptively spicy. My kids tried eating some but it was too hot for them and we ate the rest. Seared Tandoori Scallops: Saffron risotto, tarragon beurre blanc. The risotto was so good! New Zealand Seabass: Baby bok choy, white rice, coconut lemongrass broth. Kids destroyed this one, it tasted clean and healthy.

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    The Mulberry

    4.0(133 reviews)
    3.5 miSawtelle

    The moment I stepped into this restaurant, I immediately fell in love with the decor. We went…read morearound sunset, and the golden-hour lighting made the space even more beautiful. I was instantly so glad we chose this spot to celebrate our anniversary because it was the perfect setting for a romantic date night. Now, let's talk about the food! Everything we ordered was delicious, with the exception of the Korean aguachiles, which we probably could've skipped. We also tried the bluefin bibimbap, oysters, and the oh-so-tender short rib that practically melted in our mouths. But the most unforgettable dish was also the simplest: the Korean fried chicken. It wasn't necessarily something out of the ordinary, but it sure tasted like it. The perfect crisp, flavor, and seasoning had us eating every last piece right down to the bone. Our server also made the experience even better. She gave us some of the best recommendations and were incredibly attentive and friendly throughout the entire meal. We absolutely loved this restaurant and are already planning our next visit!

    The Mulberry is a cool, modern, more upscale Korean fine dining restaurant. The vibes are…read moredefinitely more date night - dark, moody, candlelit, and loud. My friend and I ordered the soy marinated prawns, beef tartare stone pot rice, creamy chicken soup, Wagyu beef soft tofu soup. The prawns were nicely marinated in a slightly sweet slightly salty soy sauce, and came paired with some barley and seaweed to make mini wraps. Delicious and a nice way to start the meal. The creamy chicken soup was indeed very creamy and smooth but the bowl is really small and would've been better with a higher soup to noodle ratio since the noodles soaked up the yummy soup. The tofu soup was surprisingly bland even though it was very red. It could've used more umami flavor or spice - something to jazz it up since the tofu, egg, and beef itself were not seasoned. My favorite dish of the night was the steak tartare stone pot rice. It came with a lot of veggies that helped balance out the sauce and I'm a sucker for crispy rice. However, the rice itself wasn't seasoned thoroughly as some spots had absolutely delicious sauce while other spots were bland. And the sauce wasn't a part of the tartare on top so it wasn't a mixing issue. The staff are kind and attentive, even with us being tucked away in the back corner and hidden by a curtain panel.

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    Calabra

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    3.8(462 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$$
    Rooftop seating
    Romantic vibe

    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.

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    The Misfit Restaurant + Bar

    The Misfit Restaurant + Bar

    4.2(4.7k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    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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    Holey Moley - mini_golf - Updated September 2026

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