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    Zinqué

    4.0 (429 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Mona A.

    My first time at this location. I've always loved Zinqué for a quick lunch or dinner but hadn't been to the Venice one yet and it's honestly so good. The staff make it feel like home the second you walk in, like they're addressing you by name immediately. Special shoutout to Steven for the baklava latte and horjita latte... so delicious, not too sweet, just really flavorful. And Nick was so quick with my to-go order which I appreciated. I ordered my usual wagyu burger with the thin crispy fries and their aioli and it was as good as always. They also have a huge market section with a bunch of international goodies and sweets which I love browsing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is kind of perfect. There's greenery everywhere and it feels like an intimate but still spacious bar/lounge even in the middle of the day[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] definitely coming back soon

    Jenny D.

    Zinque is right next door to the theatre and the best place to come in for a drink and dinner prior to a show. We ordered the side of fries, side salad, and roasted chicken. Oh my. Tender chicken, salad dressed perfectly, not downing. Their cocktails are refreshing. 4 cocktails, side of fries + roasted chicken was split between two people + a new friend at the bar with tons of leftovers. The portion is generous, and shareable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was quick, establishment was clean, and the experience was memorable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Maxine K.

    Great coworking spot in Venice. It's the perfect place to bring your laptop and even your dog while you get some work done. The food is easy to order and comes out quickly, which makes it convenient if you're working for a few hours. I especially enjoyed the fries and the smoothies--both were delicious. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to!

    The beautiful patio
    Steve S.

    A really cool spot, with amazing ambiance, gorgeous modern design, awesome patio seating with an oversized contemporary fireplace and the food is pretty amazing. I've tried their burrata square pizza as well as the zucchini square pizza. Both were absolutely delicious. They were served heated up and were crunchy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. You could tell that both the burrata and the zucchini ingredients were very fresh and very tasty. As amazing as this place is, the service could use some improvement. At least a few times, including today, young ladies taking my order at the register, acted like they were doing me a favor, taking my order with a cold look. Other than this, I really enjoyed Zinque today and it was great to reconnect with an old friend.

    moules-frites (muscles and fries)
    Nancy Q.

    Cute place for brunch with the ladies with ok food and abrupt service. Compared to other brunch spots in the area, there's a great private parking lot in the back. Nice that there's plenty of free parking. The restaurant is pretty with lots of nice natural lighting. There's options for indoor and outdoor seating. We came on a Saturday at 11am and there was plenty of tables available. The 3 of us all ordered different lattes. We were surprised to see that 2 of the lattes came out hot and one was iced. That was interesting because we realize we were not asked if we wanted them hot or cold and the menu didn't specify. However, we each enjoyed the lattes we got. I had the mussels and fries dish. The muscles didn't have much flavor... just a sauce that's creamy. I would not recommend the muscles dish. The fries were cooked to perfection though. My friends enjoyed the crispy sunny eggs and the wagyu burger with fries. While we were chatting, the server came with the point of sale terminal machine and asked us to pay. It was quite abrupt because we had not asked for the bill and we were not show the itemized bill but just verbally told the total. While we paid by credit card, the server hovered and looked very closely to see what tip we'd select. When I went to the restroom, there was another staff member tailgating me because he wanted to use the restroom too. And as we walked out, a different server was also in a rush and accidentally brushed up against my while he walked by. The experience I had with multiple staff members wasn't friendly.

    Beignets - be prepared to get less than what's pictured.
    Amanda C.

    The food was delicious. I'll give them that. But I left my lunch today feeling very unsatisfied both with the service and the experience. First, for lunch you have to order through an app and they deliver food to your table. The bus boy brought out an incorrect order and walked away so fast we didn't even get the chance to tell him it was wrong. I had to walk up to the front counter to see if they could help us correct it which normally wouldn't bother me except in this case when you use the app the automatic default is set to include a 23% tip. Seriously... it feels quite high considering a lack of service. Second, and my biggest issue was that what I ordered is not what I received. Clearly as you'll see by the photograph there appears to be 3-4 donuts for $13. We only received two. Naturally I inquired because there were three of us at the table and we all thought we would each get one. The manager came over and told me that they used to have three donuts and now they only have two per order. I thought that was strange so I asked him why they didn't update the photograph to reflect what people are actually going to receive. He said "because we want it to look good in the picture." False advertising on purpose... He then asked me if I wanted to purchase a second order of donuts to cover everyone at the table. You've got to be kidding me!

    Salmon toast
    Aria R.

    Zinqué is one of the most reliable and well-balanced spots in Santa Monica for a casual but elevated café and wine bar experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is what immediately stands out. It has a relaxed, European feel with a clean, open layout that works just as well for a morning coffee as it does for an evening glass of wine. It is comfortable, social, and easy to spend a few hours in without feeling rushed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is consistently good and well executed. The menu leans toward simple, French-inspired dishes done right rather than anything overly complex. Everything feels fresh, well portioned, and thoughtfully prepared. It is the kind of place where you can order a few items to share and know they will all be solid. The drink selection is another strong point. The wine list is approachable but well curated, and the coffee program holds up for daytime visits. It transitions seamlessly from café to wine bar, which is part of what makes it so versatile. Service is efficient and low-pressure, which fits the overall concept perfectly. Overall, Zinqué is not about being flashy. It is about consistency, atmosphere, and quality across the board. A great go-to spot whether you are meeting friends, working during the day, or having a relaxed dinner.

    F. J.

    As always, everything was great, food was delicious and we truly enjoyed our visit. However, this time we experienced a longer wait--about 15-25 minutes--before anyone approached us to take our order. While it's nice to see a friendly and relaxed atmosphere among the staff, it did feel like guests were being overlooked during that time. Overall, we're still satisfied and appreciate the experience, but we hope service attentiveness can be improved moving forward.

    Kelly H.

    Ordered the sea bass fillet, quiche, sweet potato, salad and other dishes. Also a lovely cappuccino. Service is great and [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance is relaxed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Janet L.

    Whites dry friend chicken sandwich? You WON'T get it here! I have had many fried chicken sandwiches in my life, but hands down, Zinqué has the best I have had. The chicken wasn't moist, and crispy at the same time. It's inside towards the back of a Cote in Venice. Beautiful French bakery, deli. The restaurant is very cozy and huge and nice patio space. The waiter, Steven was very nice and gave great recommendations. I even met the owner, Mark. He was kind into hear me out about an idea I have. Definitely going back.!

    Grass Fed Wagyu Burger & Fries. 3/5
    Daniel B.

    I'll always have. A soft-spot for zinque as it's the meal of choice sfter the Los Angeles marathon. Well, now the race no longer ends in Santa Monica. It's rather in century city . I enjoyed the steak and frites for what it is. In a larger party of six, I ordered the wagyu burger with fries. The wagyu burger was juicy. But it was just fine and lacked a little flavor. The cucumbers however, do not work, and I'd highly recommend they end that tradition immediately . The fries were okay as well. But where's the salt ? 3/5

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    Ask the Community - Zinqué

    Is there wifi?

    Yes, but many people use it so sometimes it's hard to connect or very slow.

    Is the outdoor area dog friendly?

    Yes

    Do You Have A Full Bar?

    Yes we do

    Do guys take reservations?

    Yes. https://www.lezinque.com/reservations

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    The Mulberry

    The Mulberry

    4.0
    (120 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    Pretty good meal overall!! The chicken wings had a really crisp exterior and a great crunch, but…read morethey did lean a little dry - but honestly felt like the trade off for getting them that crispy! The sauce helped bring some juiciness back and balanced it out. The bluefin tuna bibimbap was pretty enjoyable. The tuna tasted fresh and the textures worked well together, but the dish could have used a little more seasoning to make the flavors pop. The perilla was a great touch though. It added a slightly minty flavor that complemented the tuna without taking over the dish. The beef short rib was easily the standout. PERFECTLY cooked, incredibly tender, and seasoned just right. The richness of the meat paired so well with the lettuce wraps that it almost feels like they should automatically come with the dish. Service was good and everything came out smoothly. Would come back!

    Cute spot, dark ambience. Makes for a decent date spot, I'd think. Food is elevated korean fusion…read morewhich is worth a try, but I wouldn't come back unless there's an occasion. Made a reservation 1 week out, and only 9:45pm was available for a Saturday for a party of 6. Kind of odd that last call for their regular menu is at that time; luckily a few of us got there before that time to put in orders in time. Drinks: - GF & Plum Soda $8.00: refreshing! would get this again - Flower Sour $17.00: my fave; slightly tart and fragrant - Baesuk White Negroni $17.00: barrel fragrant and like an old fashioned - Plum Martini $17.00: medicinal lol Food: - Aguachile $19.00: mid, imo. in kimchi broth so it has that fermented aftertaste. - Beef Short Ribs $49.00: yuuum. oh so tender but only 6 pieces. worth a try - Pork Spare Ribs $36.00: also super tender, 6 ribs. worth a try - Bluefin Tuna Bibimbap $29.00: a decent amt of tuna, i would get this again - Spicy Braised Black Cod $41.00: not very memorable, nor was it spicy. nice and flaky tho - Chilled Acorn Noodle $22.00: salty and lots of seaweed - Fried Chicken Wings $23.00: not oily and good flavor. crispy but wouldn't get again - Hotteok $16.00: came with a sake like ice cream and it was nice! worth a try Street parking is kinda tough on this side of Sawtelle, esp since it's across the popular sun nong dan

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    The Mulberry
    Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10
    Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10
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    The Lincoln

    The Lincoln

    4.0
    (313 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$
    Hipster vibe
    Live music

    great spot that slowly turns into a full-on club as the night picks up. Starts off chill, but give…read moreit some time and it gets packed... like barely-room-to-walk packed. Energy goes way up with it though. Music is consistently great and the crowd matches it. Mostly a younger, high-energy vibe. If you actually want to enjoy your drinks and maybe chat with the bartenders, show up early. Once it gets going, it's all motion and noise. It's never disappointed us. You kind of know what you're signing up for, and it delivers every time. Ambiance leans classy without feeling vintage. Dim lighting, a touch of rustic, and just enough polish to set the tone without overdoing it. They've got a patio too, which comes in clutch when you need a breather or want to actually hear the person next to you. We usually do street parking and it's not too bad if you're willing to walk a bit. Reservation needed: Not really, unless you've got a big group and want your own section Parking: 6/10 - Street Crowd: 8/10 Vibe: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Music: 9/10 Drinks: 8/10 Price: $$

    I love it here! Ever since their remodel, this has been a go to spot for me. The ambience is…read moreamazing, low light but enough to still set the tone. I had a Miami Manny and boy was that thing smacking. That mezcal boy o boy.... Our bartender was super cool and helped navigate through the wide selection of drinks. I highly recommend going here!

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    The Lincoln
    The Lincoln
    The Lincoln
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    Little Fatty

    Little Fatty

    4.0
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Absolutely enjoyed my meal and experience. Would definitely go back! Oh a whim, made a late…read morereservation on a weeknight. Went early to see if anything opened or if walk-in would be faster, surprisingly they actually had something come available sooner. We opted to sit inside and loved the ambiance. Food - amazing! I read reviews first and watched a couple IG videos so I knew a general idea of what we wanted to order. Glad the server suggested the orange chicken over the walnut shrimp when we were debating it. Chil wontons, absolutely a must get, different from DTF, not crazy spicy but full of flavor and richness. XO fatty noodles, perfect chewiness on the rolled noodles and the flavors were well balanced, we enjoyed them with a little chili paste and the orange chicken as the protein. Orange chicken, soooo much more flavorful than your average Panda Express orange chicken, good sized nuggets of chicken that were crispy and tender at the same time, and the zest livened it up. BBQ pork shank, our server did warn us it's not the easiest to eat, but it's worth it, hard to see cutting it off the bone because it was so dimly lite in the restaurant and your hands will get sticky but once you get chunks off the bone and your bao bun built it's delicious especially when you get the lacquered crispy skin yummm! Only skip for the night was the mango sticky rice. Much rather would've spend $8 on something else. The mango was tart/sour. The sticky rice was too wet and mushy. It was a pass for both of us. Service - our server was awesome. From greeting to end, he was the right amount of attentive and was super helpful with suggestions. Everyone from the food runner to the busser, they were all so nice. From getting us chili paste or to go containers, customer service was on point. Parking - love love that are a few parking spaces right out front. They're metered. But after 8pm it was free so perfect for us. Other than those spaces, there's a lot across the street if you want to risk it or also side streets parking too.

    I don't drink, so I can only speak to the food. The duck steamed buns had good flavor, but they…read morewere served at room temperature, which took away from the experience. The walnut shrimp was pretty good, though it was served on a large bed of red cabbage that didn't really add anything to the dish. The Dan Dan noodles were my least favorite--they were very heavy, lacked the bold spice and depth of flavor I was expecting, and the sauce reminded me more of a Ragu-style meat sauce than a traditional Dan Dan noodle. That said, I know this place is also known for its cocktails, so it's possible that pairing the food with drinks would make for a better overall experience.

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    Sparkling Rose in celebration of my anniversary.
    Sparkling Rose in celebration of my anniversary.
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    Cucumbers
    Yum! Loved this dessert.

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    neat

    neat

    4.2
    (255 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Came here for happy hour on a Friday night after work. Luckily we found street parking fairly…read moreeasily just about a block from the bar. Appreciate that the bartenders were attentive and that the place wasn't too full or busy. Happy hour drinks are worth the price. The regular cocktails are good but cannot compare to more well known places. I liked that there were bar seats, standing tables and seated areas. I wish they had some bar snacks but because they don't offer food, you can bring your own.

    Stopped in on a Saturday night. It may have been way too early (around 7:30pm) but we easily found…read morea seat at the bar. It had a cool vibe and tons of allocated bottles on the bar (tequila and whiskey and whisky to name a few categories). The staff greeted us quickly and supplied us with some menus. I opted for the Idyllwild cocktail and loved it! It had the most complementary flavors and was so refreshing with the bourbon, yuzu, chartreuse, honey, and lemon flavors. My husband opted for a neat Caballito Cerrero Puntas pour (high proof agave spirit). They only had 0.5 Oz for their bottle and only charged for the partial pour. People came in and ordered anything from cocktails to neat pours to flights. It was a cool spot and the bartenders seemed pretty well versed in different cocktails, giving a few suggestions to different patrons. Even making a few Espresso Martinis for a couple of girls that didn't really like their initial cocktails. Staff was cool, attentive, and pretty quick and efficient with the pours. I'd definitely be down to try more drinks here if we roll through again. Luckily, we found some close street parking and it wasn't super busy so we easily found parking in the area. It also wasn't super packed in the venue so we could've opted for other seating--lounge areas, a few tables, or just at the bar.

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    Great night tasting a unique brand - Koval
    Great night tasting a unique brand - Koval
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    Beethoven Market

    Beethoven Market

    4.1
    (370 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$

    Came in with no expectations, but was pleasantly surprised by our experience here! Came with a…read moreparty of 5 people and ordered the following: DISHES (* denotes favorite/would order again) - *Mezzi Rigatoni Carbonara: not your average carbonara, but was delicious nonetheless. The rigatoni was cooked perfectly al dente - *Duck Pappardelle: a table favorite! The duck was plentiful and was enjoyed by all. The pappardelle was a little too soft for some people at the table, but I personally enjoy a wide, flat noodle. - Linguine al Limone: lemony and bright. I only wish there was a protein (like seafood?) with this to help enhance the flavor - Margherita pizza: Classic and delicious. The crust was delicious on this slice. - *Mushroom pizza: Toppings were generous and we all liked the mushrooms. Our crust in particular was a little on the burnt side, but we just picked off the areas that were more blackened. - *Green Beans: served chilled which provided a nice brightness to our dishes - Grilled Broccolini: good bite and also helped break up the meal Overall the dishes were easy to be shared and we left pretty full. Prices are also pretty reasonable for the amount of food that we got. PARKING Street parking only, but it wasn't too difficult to find parking on the street.

    I took an out of town friend here for dinner last night and was disappointed to learn they don't…read morehave an alcohol license. Also, whoever designed this place made the bar WAY too big. Food wise, the pasta carbonara was very good. However, the octopus appetizer was a ripoff at $21 for two very tiny pieces. Our server was good. Street parking..... Overall, not a bad experience but I doubt I'll go back.

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    12/12/25. IG: @jasfoodchronicles
    12/12/25. IG: @jasfoodchronicles
    Roasted potatoes
    Roasted potatoes
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    Wallflower

    Wallflower

    3.9
    (500 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    Underrated in my opinion. Service was excellent; food was amazing; place was super chill but…read morelively. We got the Duck Lumpia (definitely get this), Snap Pea Salad (definitely get this), fried rice, and Pepes (barramundi wrapped in banana leaf (excellent). Duck Lumpia was my favorite but everything was fabulous. Our server, who's normally behind the bar, was great. He was super accommodating, made sure our menu picks were balanced and didn't order too much, and he was very accommodating with my off menu drink request. I don't know what there is to not like about Wallflower! Underrated ratings in my opinion.

    Wallflower absolutely blew me away. The food was so ridiculously good that I genuinely left…read morewondering how this place doesn't have a Michelin star (or at least some recognition). Every dish tasted thoughtful, unique, and restaurant-week-level refined. We ordered the nasi goreng fried rice, noodles, beef rendang, yam dish, and pea salad. Flavor-wise? Almost everything was incredible. The beef rendang especially was packed with flavor, and every dish felt elevated and intentional. My only reason for knocking off a star is the value. The portions were tiny -- not "small plates" tiny, but more like one-to-two bites each while still being priced aggressively. By the end, I felt more impressed than full. If the portions matched the quality, this would've easily been a 5-star experience. That said, if you care more about exceptional food than portion sizes, this place is worth trying. One of the most memorable meals I've had on the Westside.

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