this location is awesome. It has warm items not just cold items and the Customer Service is…read morefantastic. Veggie items and drinks the first time coming here was pleasant!

Exactly what I needed after a long day of walking, it was such a great combo of yummy foods!!…read moreDelicious build your own plate situation and lots of seating outside on their patio. The donut was also a pleasant sunrise! Same with the cutie note jar

This is in the Viceroy hotel, right as you walk in off Ocean. It is a Friday morning after I was…read moreexcused from jury duty and I just wanted a quick bite... and a beer. It is nice, classy, calm, and inviting. Service seemed to be a bit off put by me sitting down without a room, but we'll let that slide cause the food was amazing. You know when you order a breakfast burrito and you get to the end and it is 99.9% tortilla? This one wasn't that! Full of flavor with creamy avocado, crispy bacon and fluffy eggs. The salad is simple but pairs well with it, so does the Pizza Port Mango DIPA. Idk if it is enhanced Franks hot sauce, but it had a bite (mind you I cook with Thai chilis and habanero on the regular). If you are staying at the Viceroy or just in the area, for breakfast, I recommend stopping by. Aaaap... standard 20% gratuity. Good service so I was going to give it to them anyway (my actual server didn't give me any sideways look and was very friendly)... but if that erps you just FYSA

We visited for dinner this past weekend while in town as the ambiance looked great online and the…read moremenu also looked good. Upon arrival, we were informed there was no host so we could just sit wherever despite having a reservation. We had to ask for a server to take our order after a pretty long time of sitting down and he then informed us that they were out of almost all dishes (everything but a burger, pasta and salmon). I was shocked to learn that all pizzas and the majority of entrees were unavailable and we hadn't been told when calling to make the reservation or upon arrival. We were heading to the airport immediately after the dinner so we didn't have time to change the location for the dinner with friends. My boyfriend and I decided to order the burger and pasta of the limited options. I thought the burger was just ok, same as the fries and it's not an item I'd go out of my way to get again. The pasta on the other hand was very good and I'd happily eat again. All in all, the ambiance was great with the fire place seating but I wouldn't go back based on the food and service.

Mahi mahi fish taco. So very good. With pico de gallo. Perfectly tasty…read more Great environment Highly recommend this restaurant food dishes really good

Robano is the kind of neighborhood café I wish I had within walking distance. I stopped in while I…read morewas in the Ocean Park area and immediately understood why locals seem to treat it like a regular spot. I ordered the salmon plate and an iced matcha latte, and both were fresh, satisfying, and exactly what I was in the mood for. The service was genuinely friendly and welcoming, adding to the relaxed neighborhood feel. The patio is the real draw. It's a great place to post up with a laptop for a few hours, whether you're answering emails or pretending to be productive while people-watching on Main Street. If I lived in the neighborhood, I could easily see myself coming here all the time. Between the good food, friendly staff, and comfortable outdoor seating, it's the kind of place that quietly becomes part of your weekly routine.

Take out review. First time here! I loved my Noodlerama! Big portion! I took it home and because I…read morelove ginger, I added more, and sprinkled sesame seeds. I couldn't finish it all , but will have the rest later tonight! Service was very nice and polite. I signed up to get rewards. Tip: download the app! With each dollar spent you get freebies with the points! I will definitely return here. The sandwiches also look amazing! Great deals for lunch too!

Food is huge, definitely shareable…read more I ordered the tuna panini and lentil soup. Everything is pretty good, but nothing was amazing. The service was AMAZING, especially for a fast casual place. Nice spot if you're in the area!

Very kind employees. Not overpriced too badly and easy parking. The salads were fantastic, and I…read moreenjoyed the different drinks.

I love their salads but this location is always so slow. They always have one…read morePerson making salads for everyone waiting in line and one person just sitting around the register not even trying to be helpful. I have come several times and it happens with different employees. Not sure if it's the policy but maybe three people on the shift would be more helpful

Get the dirty chicken and all the sides, you won't be disappointed! Idk what's in this chicken but…read moreit is cooked to perfection! It's crispy and flaky on the outside and juicy on the inside. All the sides ordered were also delicious. This is an order at the counter and pickup at the window. Outdoor dining only with plenty of shade. Meter parking on the street or parking lot in rear in surrounding streets. Can't wait to go back!!

Came here for a quick bite & to enjoy the outside area. The service was quick & attentive…read more I wish the hot dog was bigger & had more toppings. The chicken tenders were very tasty and cooked nicely The area outside to sit was clean & there were many areas to sit Overall, enjoyed this little shop to order quick food to satisfy a quick craving!

I've always been a fan of Urth Caffe but I also always leave wishing it were just a little less…read moreexpensive and a little less crowded! Parking in Santa Monica is rarely easy, so I considered it a small victory when I actually found free street parking in the neighborhood during my most recent visit. My go-to order is usually the D'Lox Toast or the D'Lox Sandwich, but this time I opted for the D'Lox on a bagel. It was absolutely delicious as always, though seeing the $20.65 price tag for a bagel sandwich is always a bit of a shock each and every time. And, of course, I couldn't resist pairing it with a Wazuka Matcha. Another $8.50 later, I had one of my favorite matcha drinks in hand. All said and done, breakfast for one came to $32.28, which is pretty steep especially for a place where you order at the counter and find your own table. That said, the quality is consistently excellent. The ingredients are fresh, everything tastes great, and I always enjoy my meal and overall experience at Urth Caffe. If the prices were a bit more reasonable (and the crowds a little smaller), this would easily be a five star spot for me. Until then, it's still a place I'll happily return to whenever my friends want to go.

Dessert: - Chocolate crown cake: rich chocolate flavor…read morethough the cake itself was a little dry Ambiance: - great place to sit and enjoy life - seating both inside and outside on the patio and street

I was in Downtown Santa Monica running errands and parked almost directly in front of sweetgreen…read more One thing to know -- parking there is limited to 15 minutes, so if you plan to eat inside, keep that in mind. This location feels like a pretty standard sweetgreen. Clean, organized, friendly staff, nothing really unusual. It was pretty busy during lunch time, but surprisingly the crowd disappeared pretty fast while I was eating. I got the Crispy Rice Bowl and a Ginger Green drink (pictured). Everything tasted exactly how sweetgreen usually tastes, which honestly is a good thing. Hard to ruin it when they stick to the same system and ingredients. If I had to nitpick, I'd say I've seen slightly cleaner sweetgreen locations. But during a busy lunch rush, I understand the priority is probably keeping the line moving instead of constantly cleaning every table immediately. Overall, solid place for a quick lunch. Good vegan options, fresh ingredients, and definitely feels healthier than most fast casual spots nearby.

This is my first time here and the food looks amazing. It is like CAVA. The service was excellent;…read morethe employee was nice enough to wait for me until I downloaded the app. The ambiance was quiet since it was getting late. I made my own salad bowl. This is my dinner and I loved it.

I always go to the crimson on ocean park but I needed a sit down place with outlets so I could get…read moresome journaling in so I ran into this location. sooo yummy as always, their sweet potato fries are eliteeee, a must try side. I also got an iced coffee which was delicious. the server was really nice and the food cake out quick. love it here

Where do I begin?…read more This was my last day in the beautiful land of California, and before heading out to catch my flight back to the South, I was craving Mediterranean food. I've been on a bit of a Mediterranean kick lately, thank you Cava for that. First impressions? The environment was beautiful. Seriously photo worthy. As a photographer, I couldn't help but admire the architecture inside and around the area. It had that visual vibe that made me excited to be there. There was no line when we walked in, so I quickly landed on my order: the Crimson Chicken Wrap (white meat) with a side of babaganoush, and the Chicken Shawarma (dark meat) with a side of fries. Everything sounded solid. But then... we waited. And waited. Over 30 minutes passed. In that time, about 3 to 4 other customers came in, placed their orders, got their food, and left. Meanwhile, we were still waiting on two of their more popular items. I tried to be patient, gave them the benefit of the doubt, until I saw someone who arrived 25 minutes after us get their Chicken Shawarma within 10 minutes of walking in. Given that we were on a time crunch with other places to be, the delay was beyond frustrating. We ended up speaking with the manager and shared our concerns, but by that point, the experience was already soured. Now for the food. I wanted to like it. The first bite had promise, but after that, it just felt like I was eating out of obligation. For the price point, the service delays, and the lackluster flavor, I honestly can't recommend the entrées I tried. The coffee? It seemed to be good, but not enough to bring me back just for that. I wish I could give Crimson a stronger review, especially because the space itself is stunning. But in the end, it was a case of style over substance. I'd give it a 2.5 out of 5, though I did walk away with some great photos, at least.

I went here with my husband, and even though he was not really satisfied with his food and I was,…read moreI'm still going to give them 5 stars. - Their service was impeccable. They are great at greeting you, attending to your needs, and checking in on you, which I really appreciated. - The staff is really friendly, and they always change the restaurant experience. - The ambiance was very lively. There were several groups of people eating inside, talking, and having a great time. It was a good vibe. It wasn't too loud, but it was definitely not quiet. - In terms of the food, we ordered the avocado jalapeno hummus, which was very good. We both liked that a lot. - My husband ordered the spicy creamy chicken, and he did not like that. He felt that the creaminess was too milky for him and that it just tasted like he was eating too much dairy, which really sounds like kind of a personal preference rather than something being wrong with the meal. He was not a fan of the cream sauce. He felt like he was just dipping his chicken in spicy milk, and he was not a fan. - He also was not a fan of the baba ganoush, but I think he just doesn't like baba ganoush because when I tasted it, it was actually very good. - As far as my food, I got the cauliflower for an appetizer, which was delicious. It came with three sauces: tahini, garlic sauce, and some sort of green, spicy-ish sauce. The cauliflower was flash-fried with no batter, and it was really good with the garlic sauce and the lemon juice. - I also had the salmon kebab wrap with fries, and I felt that it was a delicious wrap. I loved the portion size, so it wasn't too much food, but also not too little food. I thought things were good, and I thought the experience was good. I think he just didn't like his particular dish, but I don't think there was anything wrong with the dish itself.

The food is good, though it is a pricey menu and the service is terrible. I waited in here for over…read morethirty minutes for....wait for it....a beef Shawarma wrap and French fries. It was a Thursday night and there were three other parties eating food here. They all had their food though, and yet the owner (who was definitely not thrilled that I hadn't tipped, on a pick-up order) seemed much more focused on his Uber Eats and DoorDash orders than someone waiting in-person for their food. Don't come in if you're ordering food to-go. It isn't quick. The owner will probably respond with some BS about the food being fresh and requiring more time to prepare it but it's just because he only cares about the people eating inside. The owner is a LOSER who treats his customers who are picking up food as lesser people and barely acknowledges them. The food is NOT good enough to be treated like shit. Just because the owner is depressed that nobody comes to his store doesn't mean he should take it out on the take-out customers. DO NOT COME HERE. owner is a cancer on the restaurant itself. I feel bad for the cooks, they're the ONLY ones that work hard in this place