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    Tavern On Main

    3.4 (77 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Michael S.

    Stopped going here for a while a few years ago but tried it again under new management and it's FANTASTIC! Best pickle chips I've ever had: super crispy and the chipotle ranch is the icing on the cake. Come for the pickle chips but stay for the fun drinks, sports on TV and a fantastic neighborhood crowd!

    Dawn V.

    Just a super fun place and the ONLY place you want to watch the hottest games- rounds of shots coming after the touchdowns and music queued up to match Surprisingly deeper space than it appears from the sidewalk- also a small outdoor space in front

    Julia R.

    Such a fun spot in Santa Monica! We came here while on a night out, nice vibe and open late. Owner is very kind too and there's a pool bar as well.

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    Will L.

    OMG. The burger and beer for $11 is a steal, it for sure works for me as dinner!! The tacos are a good deal as well.. I came on a Tuesday, so it was a small crowd but perfect spot to get a burger and beer and watch a game. I sense a lot of locals come in here, so you don't know who just might run into being it's Santa Monica. The place is chill and the staff are super friendly.. added plus it's on Main Street just 2 blocks from the beach. Added, added plus this place is on the border of Santa Monica and Venice, so there's a ton of options to check out after when wanting 2 do a crawl!! They also got a small room in the back with a pool table..

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    Tavern Burgers is one of most delicious burgers in town.The bartenders & staff are very friendly & Helpul especially Alissa who's the courteous & sweet and often DJs an events there .The soul & Funk Saturday's ate our favorite #tavernonmainsm #santamonica #santamonicaeats #lanightlife #goodtimes #losangelesbrunch #losangelesdrinks #lafoodie #losangelesbar #mainstreetsm #ad

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    Honestly amazing and friendly staff. It was easy and great games playing on the tv!!! Such nice staff will certainly be back!

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    Great food clean and great place to watch sports on weekends and Thursday nites .great service wonderful bar chairs

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    Ferris wheel in the beer garden!
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