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    Wally's

    3.7 (462 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Bonded Brothers Old Fashioned
    Danni L.

    My visit to Wally's Santa Monica was a good visit. Walking in, it appeared to be a high end wine store but the host is there to seat you. It is a different setup with dining tables and a bar that us surrounded by categorized walls of wine. There's also an area in the back with more walled wines and seating areas. You can see the staff preparing the plates and there's items for sale such as coffee. I am here for Dine LA Winter 2026. I enjoyed the Parsnip soup to start and the Salmon filet. Paired with a Karwisnkii Sour (and later a Bonded Brothers Old Fashioned) and finished with the Apple Tarte Tatin. Each course of the prix fixe menu was reasonably priced. I added on the Beef Tartare which was amazing. Loved my experience.

    Vintage 2009 Dom Perignon Rosé.
    Mary B.

    Fun vibes, fantastic service, delicious branzino, caviar, and the best vintage 2009 Dom Perignon Rosé. My bestie and I walked by Wally's, I've been to the Beverly Hills location, but Santa Monica location is very lively and amazing. We ordered a light fare because we had food at a nearby hotel. Branzino was amazing and the perfect portion. The wine, and spirits menu was like an encyclopedia! I mentioned to my friend about Dom, but it was too pricey. He said he didn't want to drink inexpensive champagne and that we should enjoy life and being together. So sweet. I don't recall the waiter's name, but he was very attentive. To pair with the vintage Dom Perignon, management sent us caviar. A very decadent evening, and now I'm spoiled. Jonah, the manager checked in the day after, and that was a very classy gesture.

    Wall'ys cappuccino
    Nikki T.

    I was in town with friends and we stopped by Wally's for dinner and drinks. Wally's is a gourmet cheese/foods and wine market with a restaurant. I didn't have time to peruse through everything but I have a feeling that I would have walked out with champagne, cheese, and chocolates. The shop is a large open space with wine and spirits bottles everywhere. Upfront there is a large bar and a few high top tables. Behind the bar is the expansive cheese selection, more bottles of wine and the restuaraunt and kitchen. My friends and I were seated at one of the high tables. They are actually communal tables so we had a couple on the far end of our table. Cocktail French Martini Lee-chee martini Starters: -Charcuterie and Cheese board -Pan roasted Cauliflower -Bone marrow - I decided to try the bone marrow. It comes out sizzling hot with crostini. Its a very rich dish. Mains: -Lobster pasta - Maine lobster, house-made squid ink rigatoni pasta, spicy lobster vodka sauce with a little calabrian chilil -Squash gnocchi - wood oven baked winter squash, sage and hazelnuts -House-made cavatelli with mushroom ragout Desserts: Apple tarte tatin Wally's cappucino I loved my cavatelli. If you like mushrooms, you will love this dish. My friends loved their pastas The only let down was the desserts. I ordered the Wally's cappucino. The first few bites were really delicious. I worked my way through the espresso gelato, milk froth, pecan and cocao nib. It wasn't until I got to the coffee custard that I was a tad dismayed. The custard was more jello then custard if that makes sense. I think of custards being creamy and this one wasn't. It was tasty but I was not a fan of the texture. Sadly, I did not finish it. My friend M also had the same experience with her apple tarte tatin. She ate some but not all of her dessert. The cheesecake part was delicious but she didn't like the apples. Aside from the hiccups with dessert, our meal was really good. I will definitely come back to try other items on the menu.

    Andrew N.

    Wally's is a very fun place to visit next to the beach at Santa Monica. I went just to try the baked Brie at night after dinner to cross it off the bucket list. Despite going at 9pm, the service was a bit slow but the servers were very friendly. I would give a 3.5 but the people made it a 4 There is street parking that charges by meter and structure parking that gives the first 90 mins free. The interior was really spacious - there are aisles of wine bottles on display and for sale. The baked Brie was really good. That said, it was very expensive for four pieces ~$28. I'm not sure I would return but I am glad I tried it.

    Kayla C.

    Came a month or two ago after 2-3 years and I thought it was better this time. Tried the duck and it was very good. The sommelier gave a great wine pairings. I personally LOVE their wine and charcuterie menu, but haven't explored it much! Came for dinner, but eager to return in the afternoon for a ladies' afternoon cheese, wine, and chocolate fun. The ambiance is a fun mix of industrial with modern feel from all of the vents and beams exposed with marble stand alone counters. The high ceilings, wine and liquor walls are a highlight and tribute to Wally's theme. I'll look forward to updating when I return.

    Black hawk filet mignon
    Valerie L.

    We normally come here for just apps and drinks so this was our first time eating off of their dinner menu. The staff here are always great! We loved our waiter he was super attentive and so were the bussers and other staff that came around making sure our waters were filled and used plates were moved. The little problem was the MEAT! We were a party of 6 and three people ordered the filet mignon. They all requested medium rare. Off the bat you could tell from looking at them they were on the rare side. They were a little burnt from the outside so that just showed they were cooked on too much of a high heat. I ordered the pasta which was delicious! My other two friends order lamb chops and salmon and they liked theirs. So the issue was only with the meat.

    Ceased salad
    Meg K.

    We finally tried Wally's Wine & Spirits for lunch today, and overall, I'm glad we did--though the experience had a bit of a rocky start. When we first arrived, we waited longer than expected and felt somewhat overlooked by the host. A few parties who arrived after us were seated before we were even acknowledged, which honestly made us consider leaving. Eventually, the host did seat us, but the initial interaction wasn't particularly welcoming. That said, things turned around quickly after that. The gentleman who opened the door for us was warm and gracious, and once our waiter Paolo took over, the experience really picked up. Paolo was attentive, friendly, and professional--truly wonderful service. My husband ordered the cheese pizza along with two glasses of California Pinot Noir, both of which he really enjoyed. I opted for the three-course prix fixe: a Caesar salad to start, followed by steamed black mussels with French fries (moules-frites), which were flavorful and satisfying. For dessert, I chose the double chocolate chip cookie paired with pistachio gelato--an excellent and indulgent finish. The food was solid across the board, and the wine selection is, of course, a highlight. Our total came to about $140 for lunch (two glasses of wine at $20 each, $10 bottled water, and the meals), which is definitely on the pricey side, but not unexpected given the location and wine-focused concept. Despite the rough first impression at the door, I'm glad we didn't leave. Wally's is a beautiful space, the food is good, and if you're a wine lover, this really is the place to be. I'm happy we finally got to try it--and I'd come back, hopefully with a smoother welcome next time.

    I'm usually disappointed when local establishment go out of business... This will be the exception

    $30 for an espresso martini?! Kiss my ass. I literally just spent a week in New York and never spent more than $20 for a cocktail. This place is grotesque.

    Was attending a very special winemaker dinner at Wally's.
    Chloe J.

    Wally's santa monica is the best place for wine lovers to explore. They always host very special wine events. Staff is very professional and attentive. Fun time.

    Pantea M.

    Love Santa Monic Wally's, unlike the Beverly Hills one there is usually no wait line. They have amazing wine selections, fast service, and actually wine tasting in certain days. Highly recommended

    Cindy W.

    What a fun place to visit! We came here to browse after dinner and ended up having a glass of wine while perusing the shop. One can enjoy a meal here or just treat it as a "wine store". We found a Pride Edition by Crystal Head Vodka to take home as souvenirs.

    Aalia S.

    I usually go to the Beverly Hills location, so this is the first time going to the Santa Monica location. We got seated inside by the window. The service was amazing. They let you try a bunch of different wines before deciding on the class or a bottle. I enjoyed the Albariño . I wish they had more options for glasses. But they have at least 20 to 30 pages of options for bottles. The highlight is the baked Brie with truffle, of course.

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    Really classy and chic place, a bit on the pricy side for me but well worth it to be honest.

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    Definitely a world class store and restaurant. The manager Juan, treated me like a king. I will definitely be back amd than you Juan

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    Is this a good place to meet other singles?

    Not really

    Do they offer the lunch menu on weekends in addition to brunch?

    Is the cheese plate menu available for lunch and dinner?

    Aye, it is

    Do we have to make a reservation for dine in?

    No, you'll have to wait a minute while they set up a spot for you, if you don't.

    Do they have a happy hour?

    No, unfortunately. However, if you go before 5pm, you can easily get a table for a glass of wine and charcuterie .

    Do they do wine tasting flights here?

    No not yet!

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    May 9, 2026 | Saturday | After dining nearby, friends, and I walked over to get dessert and drinks!…read moreWe decided on the bar titled Sirena, inside of The Georgian Hotel, before seeing a movie! Inside | Absolutely beautiful, quite elegant & full of personality! Chocolate Ganache | Cake | I knew that I wanted the chocolate cake the moment I saw it on the menu! It is easily one of the most delicious slices of chocolate cake I've ever had, no joke! The slice was huge, the frosting was thick with fudge, and it was just so chocolatey with every bite! The name of the cake is exactly what it's titled "The Best I've Ever Had!" I also noticed that the cake is in the category of Vegetarian! There was so much flavor! When offered the toppings, I decided on almost all of them, except for the caramel and whipped cream! Hahaha! Wine | As suggested by the Bartender Extraordinaire, my BordeauxWine paired well with the Chocolate Cake! Seating | Cozy & plush! We sat at a table inside, near the bar! Customer Service | Everyone we encountered was friendly with a smile! Also, helpful with the menu, including the drinks! The DJ was friendly as well, and we enjoyed the variety of music he played! Very chill! Overall | Yes, please! The chocolate cake is already calling my name once again! It truly was delicious and we all enjoyed our experience here! The Georgian Hotel is quite the beauty on Ocean! We will be back!!

    **4/5 stars** Sirena…read moreat the Georgian Hotel is an absolute vibe, especially with those stunning ocean views--definitely one of the highlights of the experience. The food was solid across the board. I had a spectacular Caesar salad and a Smashburger that was very good--simple, well-executed, and satisfying. But the true star of the show was the **Shore Thing** cocktail. The rosemary-infused tequila with watermelon, mint, chipotle, and lime was perfectly balanced, refreshing, and memorable. I'd come back just for that drink alone. That said, while the atmosphere and views were top-tier, the service was noticeably slow, which held the experience back from being a full five stars. Overall, Sirena is a great spot for drinks, views, and a relaxed meal--just be prepared to take your time and enjoy the scenery while you wait.

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    Sirena - The Dining Room's menu by Chef David Almany is inspired by the vibrant cuisine of coastal Italy interspersed with iconic global dishes.

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    Allow yourself to be wined, dined and redefined in simple yet elegant style at one of California's best new oceanview restaurants.

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