I've been coming here for years and there's a lot of great things to say about the ambiance, the…read moredelicious food, the events and all of the other qualities other reviewers comment on, But what compelled me to finally write a review is witnessing how the staff treats people. Twice in one day I witnessed two separate staff members go out of their way to help people in ways not required or expected of them. In the afternoon, one of the staff very subtly and respectfully gave a homeless woman who was clearly having a difficult time a pastry and a drink and later that same day, another staff member helped walk man in crutches up the street who wasn't even a customer. The entire staff here is kind, engaging and caring with all people regardless of their background.

Coffee: Maple and Salt: alright, nothing special Seating:…read moreplenty of seating inside and outside, both high top tables and seated tables Outlets: During the morning and early afternoon, plenty of outlets near the bar and lounging areas Wifi: Not great, especially as more patrons enter, Wifi gets spotty and slow Parking: Metered street parking only and a small lot that fills up quick, read the street signs carefully!

Long time visitor, first time reviewing. I love Dudley Market. It's such a perfect spot in Venice,…read moreslightly hidden off the boardwalk. The restaurant is always consistent, always packed. They don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait. There's a few bars nearby if you're waiting. Once you're able to sit down, you'll find a cute wine bar with amazing food that doesn't disappoint. Don't skip the fries. They're some of the best things I've eaten. I dream about those fries. The Peruvian scallops are dreamy. Very light, very refreshing. The same can be said about the cucumber salad. The standout of the evening was by far the burger. I've been to Dudley Market a handful of times, and I'd yet to try it. I'm so glad that I did. It was probably one of the best burgers I've ever had before. I highly recommend ordering this. Overall, Dudley Market is a fantastic restaurant in Venice Beach and I hope it stays our neighborhood spot for a long time.

So supposedly they don't take reservations during peak dinner period but we met someone that had a…read morereservation so if you do walk up like we did before prepared to wait. We waited about an hour. The food was delicious though. Almost every item we got was a hit, but the sweet potato dish was a hit and the burger was as advertised. Would recommend going again but maybe not with the wait. The restaurant is tucked away from the boardwalk but it's pretty lively inside and maybe during the warmer months they spill out into the street.

Well it was my first time there took my mom out for her birthday dinner! My mom was working as…read moreprofessional chief and front of the house all her life in Russia/USA and super critical about food and service! Place has amazing ambiance and delicious Greek food I'm not saying it lightly probably the best Greek food you can find in La! Everything we order was delicious from bread, dips, scallops,lamb chops, coffee, tea or desert! Mika was our waitress I'm not sure if she was a sommelier or studies to be one but she's very knowledgeable about wine and we were please with the selection! Great service not easy to find! Thank you Mika! Staff has great uniform and were wearing white linen shirts giving nice coastal vibe! To my surprise I find out that this place have same owners of Ukranian small restaurants "Mama, please!" Where I went like a month ago for a Borsh and cherry dumplings that were delicious as well!

Absolutely loved this place! It's the perfect spot for a…read moredate, a relaxing brunch, or just catching up with your girlfriends over coffee and great food The atmosphere is a solid 10/10 The staff was super friendly Food 10/10 We finished all food in just 15 minutes that's how delicious everything was! I love this place

Came here on a whim with a girlfriend around 7pm on a Tuesday night because we found out on Yelp…read moreabout the late happy hour. It was initially confusing when we arrived, because there was no host on shift, and we had to ask the barista inside where we should be going. After taking a peek in the actual downstairs basement tavern, we opted to sit outside under the eclectic mix of chandeliers, heat lamps, and lightbulbs, instead of the empty smoky basement. There was a live pianist playing in the front lawn, which was amazing and pretty much made the night. I don't know if it's a regular thing, but if it is, I'd definitely come back just for that. Probably since it was a weekday night, the place was pretty deserted, but we didn't mind - it was like a private show with plenty of seating options. The happy hour food was awesome. We got a bunch of appetizers to share, and there was plenty of food. Our favorite was probably the grilled octopus and calamari, and the brussel sprouts were amazing. The fish tacos and ceviche were not bad, but tasted basically the same. Our server was really sweet. In the future, I would come in a group of three since it seems like all the appetizers come in multiples of three and it would have been more easily shared between us.

Attempted to go today for happy hour (5-8 pm) however once we arrived they stated they didn't open…read moreuntil 10pm

The food is great and the happy hour is nice. We sat outside and our server was wonderful…read more However, I dislike how LOUD it is. Outside they have a speaker blasting music, which is too much considering that on an outside patio you already have just regular street sounds.

Ambiance: we came shortly before sunset and sat inside which was empty. It can get a little cramped…read moreinside but overall cozy. Service: I made a reservation online for a birthday and there was no mention of that, the food came out steadily but our waitress wasn't as attentive as I expected, several times we were waiting to place additional order or get water refills Food: the wine and red sangria were delicious, followed by the croquettes and gazpacho. I would pass on the Spanish omelette, to us it was a little plain even with the additions on the side. The paella and churros were decent.

Happy hour from 5-7! Paid metered parking in the area ends at 6pm…read more Sardine plate was good, but could use more bread/crackers to go with it. Skin contact wine was also nice. Outdoor and indoor seating, but both are pretty limited. There are outlets at the bar seating -- some people had laptops setup and were working.

This Black-owned wine bar in Santa Monica is becoming one of my favorite spots to grab a glass of…read morewine with friends. The staff is super chill and offer great recs. Nice ambiance as well. A good place to get some work done on a quieter night. There aren't a lot of food offerings, but the chorizo grilled cheese was very good. Definitely going to run that back the next time I stop by.

Absolutely cuckoo about Coucou!…read more Stopped by this hidden gem, upscale vintage diner for their famous Happy Hour (5-6 PM everyday), and it was absolutely a blast! You can get any 3 items on their happy hour menu for $33, including an impressive selection of their cocktail and appetizer menu. Our waitress recommended the zucchini beignets, which were so unique and reminded me of a zucchini-based falafel. From the happy hour menu, we also got the oysters, which were so FRESH and delicately sweet, and the shrimp cocktail, which came with 4 jumbo grilled shrimp and a unique aioli. We also opted for their iconic soft serve, which consists of a simple, milk-based ice cream, and chocolate, nuts, and blackberry sauce that you pour over, and this was easily one of the BEST desserts I've had lately! Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Santa Monica area, and checking out their amazing happy hour specials!

We were at the restaurant for over an hour before our food arrived. Our waiter explained that they…read moreintentionally space out appetizers and entrées, which I completely understand--but waiting about 45 minutes between a small bowl of fried olives and our main courses was excessive. By the time our food finally arrived, we were absolutely starving. My burger was tasty, but unfortunately the fries were cold. When I mentioned it, they kindly offered to make a fresh batch. I appreciated that, but the replacement fries didn't arrive until I was almost finished with my burger, so it didn't really improve the meal. To their credit, they removed my burger from the bill, which was a thoughtful gesture and appreciated. Still, the entire situation could have been avoided with better timing from the kitchen. Based on this experience, I would most likely not return.

My friend and I had a lovely Italian dining experience here. We noticed during our meal that quite…read morea few diners appeared to be regulars, which is always a good sign. The restaurant is on the more upscale/old school side with white tablecloths and professional, attentive waiters. They also have an open kitchen where you can see the chefs hard at work. We split a pizza and a pasta and when paired with their wonderful complimentary bread to start, we ended up with a bit of leftovers. For the pizza, we ordered the Stracciatella Pizza off of their specials menu and it was so good. The bottom was nice and crispy and there was the perfect ratio of toppings to crust to sauce. Our other dish was the Penne Al Salmone, penne pasta tossed with diced ora king salmon, scallions, green beans, radicchio and diced tomatoes in a cream sauce. Again, each element of the dish perfectly complimented the other and we really enjoyed all of the flavors.

We chose La Vecchia Cucina for an early Saturday dinner based on recommendations. I found a…read moreparking space easily in the Santa Monica car park behind the restaurant. With a reservation, our table for four was ready when we arrived. The food was very good, as was the service. This is a classic bar restaurant layout with the bar extending about two-thirds of the side wall. The kitchen is open to the dining room.