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Rabano

4.7 (179 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
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Dogs allowed

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Nijole T.

The food here is healthy and delicious! I also really enjoy their drinks and appreciate the study cups that are ideal for taking to the beach. They have a variety of proteins on their menu and we enjoyed all of them. My salmon was absolutely delicious and their Asian bowl was light and healthy full of flavor. Service was wonderful, they have plenty of seating and are within walking distance to the beach and great shopping opportunities. Prices and portions are fair, very clean and well run restaurant, highly recommend recommended for a healthy meal near the beach!

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Kristen G.

Tried this place for the first time and it was fantastic! I already want to go back and try more dishes. Very nice location with a short walk to the beach. The inside was very clean, cute, and spacious. There is also an outside patio. No shortage of sitting options. We ended up ordering the super bowls- VIP Poke and Kebobs Mediterraneo. Both with white rice and greens. I honestly loved both of them equally. The quality of fish in the poke was outstanding and the chicken kebob was so tender and juicy. We also got the Pineapple Zingy Fizzy drink which was very refreshing on the warm day. The staff was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. The only thing I want to add is that on the menu board had a key for items, one being a * indicates the item contain nuts. Some of the bowls listed cashew chipotle sauce, but there was no * next to the item name. It's a quick fix to avoid any accidents :)

VIP Poke
Jim G.

I had the most fantastic experience here. I encountered it for the first time this week and immediately had to take the opportunity to return within a few days to share with a friend. Only a few minutes from the beach! The super bowls are incredible. We got the kabobs mediterranos and vip poke, and they absolutely surpassed hopes and expectations. The Zingy was incredibly delicious and quenching. Honestly, for how full we were the price seemed fair. The ambiance was strong; wonderful use of space and a visually pleasing aesthetic. Comfortable seats and a large sunny outdoor patio. Service was professional, prompt, and very knowledgeable. I cannot wait to come back and try more diverse items off the menu!

Green Earth vegan burger
Tara B.

I love this place. A full menu with something for everyone. . They have grass fed beef burger in addition to the many bowls, burros, and salads. I had the green earth burger--the vegan option. Great ingredients, locally sourced organic greens. I love the indoor and outdoor seating, depends on how you feel. I really appreciate their attention to organic ingredients since there are far too many places still poisoning patrons with pesticides! Let's pay attention and ask for what we want.

Jacqueline T.

If I lived in LA County, Rabano would absolutely be my go to lunch spot. I ordered the VIP Poke Bowl with sushi grade Ahi tuna, cucumber, scallions, wakame salad, roasted sesame, furikake, rabanitos, cream wasabi, and a side of avocado over white rice. The bowl was vibrant, flavorful, and filling. Every ingredient tasted high quality and thoughtfully combined, creating a rich, perfect bite in every forkful. The presentation was beautiful and colorful, making it just as enjoyable to look at as it was to eat. The space itself is bright, spotless, and welcoming, with a relaxed atmosphere that makes it a great stop for lunch. Service was friendly and efficient, and everything felt carefully prepared. Hands down one of the most delicious, well crafted poke bowls I've ever had! Yum!

Cucumber Coolness
Cathlyn D.

Amazing service paired with amazing food! Im so glad I passed by this place because I will be going back for sure! I had the cucumber coolness lemonade along with the lomo saltado. I have high hopes for peruvian dishes and this place executed it so well. Very clean interior and exterior with a perfectly matched ambiance. Highly recommend!

I mean look at this ambiance!
Christina T.

I am grateful for my elite bowl and free drink from this summery like eatery. The staff welcomed me with smiles and Jay was pleasant during our conversations. The pork belly bowl was exactly what my senses needed for lunch to keep me motivated.

Jie G.

I came to pick up the food as part of the Yelp elite program. Super impressed by the friendliness of the staff and how fast the service was. The food probably took less than 10 mins to get ready and I was greeted with warmth and smile. I ordered the Koreano bowl (Boneless rib steak, baby bok choy, cucumber, carrot, gochujang, house kimchi, sweet umami glaze). The flavor was intense in a good way, texture was tender and the portion was generous. You can choose a base (grain, salad, noodle) and can do half and half. For the drink, I picked Cucumber Coolness (cucumber, lemonade, mint) and it is refreshing. Definitely interested to try other drinks in future.

El Koreano and the Cucumber Coolness
Danni L.

Located on Main St in Santa Monica, the patio is a nice size and prime for people watching. The service was ok. It could've been a little better but it wasn't horrible. The cashier was just very to the point. You could tell that the food was made with quality ingredients. Presentation was great. The chocolate mousse was inside a delicate chocolate shell and there was a thin chocolate cake base.

Wow me burger, close up
Ria R.

Very good, fresh, and variety of food choices. Excellent service, friendly and quick. Fast casual setting, has tv's in the dining room. Lots of high top tables, so should consider this if you have small kids like me, or have any mobility issues. To be clear, they also have some standard seating (indoor/outdoor), but noticeably more high table tops. The burger was great. Have had several bowls, street tacos and fish options here. All are dynamite. Also tried the Thai tea, surprisingly good for a non-Asian food restaurant. Everything I've had is healthy and fresh. They also have rotating daily soups. Very good and unique. Go...now!

Nav R.

Great vegetarian options and friendly staff. Street parking around the restaurant. The tofu, garlic noodles, and soy meat were all quite good. The Thai curry bowl was really tasty. Generous portions. Lots of drinks to choose from. Overall would highly recommend.

Showtime Burger
Hossein J.

All I can say is wow. We're in the area often, and today we were looking for a new, cool spot to try when my wife came across Rábanos. I'm really glad she did. My wife was craving Thai food, so she ordered the Thai dish, while I was stuck between the Peruvian Saltado and the Showtime Burger. I ended up going with the burger, and I'm glad I did. It was absolutely amazing -- flavorful, high quality, and perfectly put together. From the first bite, you could taste all the layers of flavor in what honestly felt like a masterpiece of a burger. Both dishes were very good, but the burger was definitely the winner for us. We also tried the Garage beer, which was super light and delightful, along with a latte. The latte was okay. We're big coffee people, so it didn't quite meet our expectations. It was served too hot, and the milk seemed overheated. The coffee itself tasted good, but it didn't feel carefully crafted. I enjoy latte art and that first sip from a freshly made uncapped latte, and that part was missing for me. That said, the food was so good that we're more than willing to overlook the coffee. Great vibes, superb service, and an overall fantastic experience. Highly, highly recommend this place. We'll definitely be back with friends and family.

Cubano with ancient grains
Elaine T.

I've enjoyedtheir food in Hermosa and I'm so happy that they have a location in Santa Monica! Wonderful service and super clean layout. I invited people who had never been and we enjoyed everything we ordered. For a lighter lunch we had Chinese chicken salad, the Koreano bowl with ancient grains, the Cubano bowl with ancient grains, and the carne asada with ancient grains. My favorite was the Cubano with fabulous shredded and seared pork, vinegar onions and delicious black beans. All the beef dishes used good quality meat and it was tender with a generous portion for the price. The chicken salad had beautiful watermelon radish slices and mamadaron orange segments. It came with a very light dressing and the chicken was moist. I will have to come back one day to try their coffee and dessert! Beautiful patio right on main street with heaters for chilly beach weather.

Pork belly bowl with garlic noodles and black milk tea

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2 years ago

Amazing food! Everything on the menu is delicious. The El Gogi was great, the lattes are yummy.

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1 year ago

Yummy! I keep going back because they food is so good and the staff and really welcoming!

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Friendly service and high-quality delicious food!! The perfect addition to our neighborhood

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Just finished my first meal and it did not disappoint. The edamame wontons were out of this world

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we just tried this place because amazing and the people that work there are lovely - everything is good

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Great food. Lots of healthy options. Nice "urban" ambiance. Clean. Friendly service. Great teas. Patio.

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The edamame dumplings were delish and the staff is super friendly. Will be returning for lunch or a date night soon.

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Good food. Fairly priced. Great staff, super hospitality. Clean. Good location. ..........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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The place is clean and spacious. Fresh quality food and great service. Overall I had a great experience. I would definitely come back.

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Food is healthy and delicious! I eat here as often as I can! Service is always outstanding!

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was just looking for a smoothie spot and ended up finding such a unique place -- a Hawaiian bar…read moreserving kava nectar drinks Honestly, I didn't even know what kava was before this. Turns out it's a relaxing non-alcoholic drink with a very unusual effect -- I felt a slight numbness on my tongue The bar itself was clean, atmospheric, and super cozy, the drink was actually really tasty, and the service was absolutely amazing. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. If you want to try something different and unique, this place is definitely worth visiting!

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