Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Pacific Palisades

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Beach CitiesSan Fernando Valley / ValenciaWest Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-WilshireWestside

Neighborhoods

Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.Beverly HillsBrentwoodCentral Los AngelesCentury CityCulver City

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

146 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Blue Ribbon Sushi - Pacific Palisades restaurant

1. Blue Ribbon Sushi - Pacific Palisades

4.8

Exceptional(278)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Pacific Palisades

Booked 2 times today

Blue Ribbon Sushi is a vibrant Japanese restaurant and sushi bar a located in Palisades Village. Inspired by the original restaurant created over 30 years ago in Soho NYC by master sushi chef Toshi Ueki and Chef Brothers Eric & Bruce Bromberg, this cedar clad new comer offers outstanding Japanese cuisine based in tradition and passion. Chef Lee leads his team in sourcing and preparing the finest fish and shellfish from The Sea of Japan, Local waters and beyond. A curated and adventurous beverage list featuring Blue Ribbon's own sake selections as well as favorites from their travels and discoveries in Japan is rounded out by a selection of house cocktails, Japanese micro brews and wines from California and Europe.

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2. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(4327)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 27 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.

3. Citrin

4.5

Awesome(227)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 4 times today

Citrin is a modern Californian cuisine restaurant by Chef Josiah Citrin. The attention to detail and pursuit of excellence that defined Josiah’s landmark Mélisse restaurant for 20 years thrives in this new space. Citrin is a fun, welcoming, and approachable experience. A large bar and a la Carte menu brings a fresh take on our love of hospitality and passion to deliver exciting and delicious food.

4. Meat On Ocean

4.7

Exceptional(3458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 46 times today

Meat On Ocean is a meat-centric, modern steakhouse in Santa Monica that offers both a sense of adventure and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the offerings of a world-class steakhouse, Meat On Ocean features an artisanal charcuterie bar, an exhibition dry-aging room and a variety of prime beef – from dry-aged domestic cuts to Japanese A-5. Integral to the operation is a highly trained crew of servers and butchers, who communicate directly with Guests about the beef, organically farmed chickens, house made sausages, choice seafood and more.Located on the corner of Ocean and Broadway, Meat On Ocean is steps from the action - including the Santa Monica Pier, shopping and hotels.Starting May 2024, Meat On Ocean is also your headquarters for private dining and events, with customizable spaces that are perfect for social events, corporate meetings, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions and ceremonies, with full audio/visual connectivity.

A photo of Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge restaurant

5. Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge

4.5

Awesome(872)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 44 times today

Experience the "Joie de Vivre"At LouLou, food, entertainment, fashion, and art converge into a unique, one-of-a-kind destination.LouLou’s carefully crafted menus showcase French Mediterranean flavors with a classic California twist, while honoring the generosity of artisanal and homemade ingredients, as well as local organic produce.A carefully selected wine list offers a tasteful array of wines from both France and CaliforniaNever bowing to the ordinary, whether it’s a legendary brunch, after work cocktails, elegant dinner, or corporate event, LouLou will always deliver an experience to remember.Ample parking is available in the building. We are located on the rooftop level. Suite 300

6. LA Puglia

4.6

Exceptional(269)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 10 times today

LA Puglia celebrates the beauty of the Puglia region - in the Southern Italy - through its culinary tradition with a contemporary sensibility and aims to transport its guests right there through an authentic food & wine experience.Calling it “an ode to the authenticity of our regional cuisines”, the prestigious Gambero Rosso International awarded LA Puglia in Santa Monica as Restaurant of the Year from among its 2023 list of Top Italian Restaurants in the world. The official press release describes feeling transported to a small town between Bari and Lecce where flavors without filters and authentic, precise cooking deliver a genuine Apulian experience.Our menu features specialties such as fresh orecchiette with brasciole, black linguine with seafood, puree of fava beans with sautéed dandelion greens, the unique Apulian focaccia, and Pasticciotto, the decadent cream-filled pastry eaten for breakfast in the province of Lecce.

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7. Benihana - Santa Monica, CA

3.9

Excellent(4123)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Santa Monica

Booked 92 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

A photo of Palma at Santa Monica Proper restaurant

8. Palma at Santa Monica Proper

4.5

Awesome(284)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 16 times today

Palma at Santa Monica Proper (One MICHELIN Key 2024) is located at the hotel's ground floor. An intimate, inspiring space lined with windows and original art, serving seasonally inspired Italian cuisine. Settle into one of the carved-out niches, or around the monolithic bar with a mural by local artist Ben Medansky, to enjoy a meal accompanied by small-batch spirit or expertly crafted cocktail.

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9. Orla by Michael Mina

4.5

Awesome(24)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Santa Monica

Booked 24 times today

Orla draws inspiration from the bustling markets of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, showcasing the richness of regional flavors and traditional cooking techniques. Embark on a culinary journey, where every bite resonates with the zest of an authentic Mediterranean dining experience.

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10. Katsuya & SBar – Brentwood – SBE

4.6

Exceptional(2162)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Brentwood

Booked 49 times today

Katsuya Brentwood was named one of Travel + Leisure's "Best New Restaurants," and continues to garner acclaim as one of OpenTable's "50 Hottest Restaurants in the U.S." and the Los Angeles Times Readers' Choice "Best Sushi Restaurant" in Southern California. Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya is a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls, spectacular sushi & sashimi platters, Chef Katsuya skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate. Join us at S Bar, our connected sister lounge, for weekend DJ, craft cocktails & ice cold sake before or after dinner. Walk ins only. (Call Katsuya for current hours) Large groups (9-12) are subject to an $100 food and beverage min spend per adult guest, previous to tax & gratuity. Cakes permitted for celebratory desserts, at per person cake fee$5/guest. Email KatsuyaBrentwood@sbe.com for inquiries.

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James
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a great Saturday night here , got the prime ribeye chef choice on cook , came out great! Side of asparagus so fresh and juicy also got a side of mac and cheese which had the best cheesy profile. I also got the choice of 3 sauces which weren’t needed because the steak was perfectly cooked but for added experience it was well worth it. 10/10 would recommend!
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Meat On OceanPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.7
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sina
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and service. It's a comforting place. They validate vallet parking
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The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.6
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Brandon
Hawaii •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall the food was good waiters were a bit rude however. They did seem very tired however I still expect a professional to be able to work through that and put their best face forward.
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CitrinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Camieo
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great first time experience and our waiter Nick was awesome!
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Loulou Rooftop Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.5
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NikkitaVIP
Los Angeles •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 13, 2024
It was a great experience as always. My mother tried some new dishes too, which made the evening more interesting. We will be return soon.
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Blue Ribbon Sushi - Pacific PalisadesPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Pacific Palisades
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4.8