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Best Casual Restaurants in Pacific Palisades

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A photo of Casa Nostra Trattoria - Pacific Palisades On Sunset restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(334)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pacific Palisades
Booked 13 times today
**BRING YOUR WINE** Monday Tuesday Wednesday FREE CORKAGE. *** OPEN FOR LUNCH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY.Enjoying the simple pleasure of eating and drinking is our way of living at Casa Nostra. Nestled in downtown Pacific Palisades, we offer classic Italian cuisine in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. We love bringing our passion for the tastes of Italy to your table in every dish, using high quality, imported Italian products and the freshest locally grown produce. Our knowledgeable staff prides itself in providing a simple, flavorful dining experience and making your visit to Casa Nostra both delicious and special.
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4.9
Exceptional(569)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Brentwood
Booked 44 times today
In 2010, chef Jeff Cerciello opened Farmshop in a space that denotes rustic elegance. Located in the beautiful Brentwood Country Mart, bordering Santa Monica, the restaurant has become a dining destination featuring the very best local ingredients, simply prepared, served in casual fine dining style.
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4.6
Exceptional(4323)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Monica
Booked 25 times today
Discover one of the best places to eat in Santa Monica! The Penthouse offers guests a dramatic 18th-floor rooftop dining experience, complete with panoramic ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves. Sip signature craft cocktails or indulge in contemporary Mediterranean inspired California cuisine. The Penthouse provides a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience and is among the best places to eat in Santa Monica.
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4.6
Exceptional(660)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Santa Monica
Booked 30 times today
Pasjoli is an elevated French bistro from James Beard award-winning chef Dave Beran. The restaurant pays homage to French cuisine utilizing the bounty of produce available in Southern California. Rooted in classic French cooking and inspired by Parisian markets, pasjoli reflects Chef Dave’s thoughtful cooking style, showcasing his creative touches on bistro fare.We serve a five-course prix fixe menu in our dining room and our secret garden. You'll be able to select your seating preference when you confirm your reservation. Please visit our website to see the most current menu.Each evening, we have limited availability of pressed duck dinners. If you are interested in enjoying a pressed duck, please email info@pasjoli.com, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegan diets.
A photo of Pacific Catch- Santa Monica restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Santa Monica
Booked 38 times today
Pacific Catch is a seafood restaurant that offers a variety of fresh, sustainable seafood dishes with Pacific flavors. The restaurant has a modern, casual atmosphere and is located in Santa Monica, California. The menu features a variety of dishes, including ceviche, poke, sushi, tacos, burgers, bowls, and Fresh Catch plates. The beverage program includes tiki cocktails and a variety of non-alcoholic drinks. The restaurant also has a full cocktail bar, dining room, and extensive sunny patio. The airy, beachy interior offers a mix of intimate booths and group-friendly tables for any occasion. Pacific Catch is committed to serving the most sustainable fish available and being a positive force in the communities it serves.
A photo of Mastro's Ocean Club - Malibu restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6651)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Malibu
Booked 115 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
A photo of Melisse restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2004)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 6 times today
Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.
A photo of Water Grill - Santa Monica restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6024)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Santa Monica
Booked 76 times today
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Water Grill Santa Monica is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. Located on Ocean Ave. across from the Pacific Ocean and steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, Water Grill Santa Monica is the perfect place to dine, celebrate and host an event for business or pleasure. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of Santa Monica’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill Santa Monica also offers customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.
A photo of Bar Toscana restaurant
4.5
Awesome(212)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Brentwood
Booked 15 times today
Bar Toscana is an intimate, chic cocktail bar next door to sister restaurant, Toscana, in the heart of Brentwood. Bar Toscana’s Executive Chef Justino Quirino curated a simple yet elegant menu with small plates, entrees, and "Street Food" Specials. Menu highlights include Bruschetta, Prosciutto e Melone, Caesar Salad, Beet Salad with goat cheese and hazelnuts, Tuna Tartare, Wagyu Truffle Sliders, and Polpette al Sugo, veal meatballs. Bar Toscana also features Pinsa, pizza’s airy, crispy-crusted, less caloric cousin. Spaghetti Squash and Homemade Lasagna are available, as well as some of Toscana's most popular dishes, such as Ravioli Pomodoro, Pappardelle Funghi, Salmon, Branzino, Veal Milanese, and Bistecca. Cocktails are hand-crafted, and the wine list is largely Italian-focused. This neighborhood lounge opens nightly at 5:00 PM and is ideally fashioned for unique cocktails, intimate dinners, and sparkling conversation. Takeout & delivery through ChowNow and Uber Eats.
A photo of The Surfing Fox restaurant
4.2
Awesome(102)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 27 times today
The Surfing Fox is a chilled-out gathering spot serving up coastal California cuisine on a plate (or in a glass!) with a generous side of good times and vibes. Whether you're spending the day hanging ten or hanging out, come take it easy with us from dawn to dusk.

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  • HeidiVIP
    Los Angeles •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Manager Jim and all the staff were so warm and accommodating as well as best seafood for the value in Santa Monica and beyond! We had wonderful lobster roll and black miso cod dinner and a complimentary birthday brownie sundae! Yum! Welcome to the neighborhood!!!
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    Pacific Catch- Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Santa Monica
    4.6
  • RonniVIP
    Los Angeles •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The Penthouse offers a very nice breakfast menu. The omelette are big, the burrito is delicious, the fruit was very fresh. The restaurant was very busy, but our server was attentive and provided everything we asked for. The hostess welcomed us warmly and we got a window table just like we requested. The Penthouse provides beautiful views of Santa Monica and, if you are lucky enough to get a window table that provides a view of the ocean, the view is spectacular.
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    The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
    4.6
  • FreyaVIP
    Los Angeles •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    I love Farmshop for lunch, but I think they need a bigger dinner menu. The liver mousse and avocado hummus were delicious, and we shared the mushroom bolognese. I asked for endive or any other loudest than chicory. They didn’t do that and I didn’t send it back, although I should have. It is a lovely place to dine and not overly noisy, but I wish there were more food choices.
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    Farmshop LAPrice: Expensive• Californian• Brentwood
    4.9
  • DebVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Food and service were fantastic. I got the chance to speak with the sommelier regarding what to pair with each of the courses, which was amazing. The food was delicious. I did the classic tasting, which gives you the opportunity to try the chefs specials.
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    pasjoliPrice: Very Expensive• French• Santa Monica
    4.6
  • Erika
    Mexico City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 22, 2024
    The best place, the food amazing, very fair prices and the waiters are the best! Specially Josefa
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    Casa Nostra Trattoria - Pacific Palisades On SunsetPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Palisades
    4.7
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