Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Santa Monica

62 restaurants available nearby

1. Xuntos

4.7

Exceptional(139)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Monica

Booked 10 times today

XUNTOS, "together" in Gallego, is a Tapas Bar from Chef Sandra Cordero in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica, serving small plates of things we want you to try: from the farmer's market around the corner to traditional dishes of Galicia, Asturias, Catalunya & the Basque Country, as they're eaten in Spain.The wines follow the food: natural, fun & unrefined–joined at the bar with Spanish twists on classic cocktails, plus vermouths, sherries & cold cervezas.Walk in to the bar for Xuntanza from 5-7pm, Tuesday-Saturday!Please email us for large parties & private dining: hola@barxuntos.comValidated parking is available across the street at 501 Santa Monica Blvd (Enter on 5th St.): $7 for 3 hours.

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2. The Penthouse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(4289)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 34 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. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(1997)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 1 time 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.

4. SELINE

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Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

*OPENING DECEMBER 3, 2024*Join James Beard award-winning Chef Dave Beran at his 38-seat fine dining restaurant in Santa Monica, where the kitchen is seamlessly integrated with the dining room. The menu, comprising 15-18 courses, showcases Chef Dave's deeply thoughtful approach to storytelling, inviting guests to embrace the experience & embark on a memorable culinary journey featuring the many inspirations of Southern California.At Seline, the focus is on connection, with every aspect of the restaurant— from the design to the custom plateware—built on fostering meaningful relationships. Wine Director Matthew Brodbine presents two beverage pairing options to complement your menu. The wine pairing showcases selections from innovative, forward-thinking winemakers across various regions worldwide. The non-alcoholic pairing features a unique collection of house-made and curated beverages designed to align with the menu's progression. A carefully curated wine list is also available.

5. Citrin

4.5

Awesome(185)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Santa Monica

Booked 13 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.

6. Fia

4.6

Exceptional(2502)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 27 times today

Hidden inside a lush, secret garden in the coastal enclave of Santa Monica, Fia is the first collaboration between hospitality trailblazer Michael Greco and celebrated Chef Brendan Collins. A venue designed by acclaimed designer Matt Winter ~ Fia is an urban oasis, where Greco's service mantra is rooted in a dedication to hospitality... Service, Service, Service. Collins' craveable menu delivers on flavor & execution, highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients, inspired by California & Italian Coastal Cuisine, that will satisfy all. Add to the equation, carefully crafted cocktails, and old & new world wine list. Maximum reservable table size is for eight persons, see Fia website for event/catering inquiries. Weekend Brunch with Bottomless Mimosas & Margaritas (2 hour time limit per booking)We do not allow dogs (excepting certified service animals)We allow one special bottle for a $45 corkage as long as we do not carry that same bottle in our award winning wine cellar.

7. pasjoli

4.6

Exceptional(642)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 16 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.

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8. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1726)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey

Booked 21 times today

Overlooking Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar is the destination for waterfront dining in Marina del Rey. Enjoy Californian cuisine with a Latin twist in a lively setting featuring a full bar, indoor dining room, and an oceanfront patio just steps from the sand for a truly unique al fresco experience. Open for brunch, dinner, and happy hour—plus, our dog-friendly patio welcomes your four-legged friends!

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9. The Tasting Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(1923)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Venice

THE TASTING KITCHEN POP UP AT GHISALLO ! 1622 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica.Beginning Monday April 3rd continuing Monday - Thursday until the Tasting Kitchen is back and running. A menu featuring some of the Tasting Kitchen's greatest hits and also Ghisallo's award winning neapolitan pizzas. All breads and pizza dough courtesy of Jyan Isaac bread.

10. Fia Steak

4.8

Exceptional(354)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 11 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef Chris Alvarez-Jett offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

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Lindavip
Los Angeles •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
From the cocktails, butter and bread(we were contemplating stealing the leftovers 😮) lobster and sashimi appetizer (mmm so delicious) pastas and Dover sole, just a perfect meal for the 3 of us!! Dessert soufflé and on top, a dessert from the restaurant just so great!! Wine, perfect! Why we keep coming back! 👏💕
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CitrinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.5
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Karla
Los Angeles •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful setting. Great food, well presented. We ate off the brunch menu. The shakshuka was really good. Great views of the ocean.
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The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Andyvip
Los Angeles •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything is always delicious great place for a date, a group of friends or with your family.
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XuntosPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Santa Monica
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4.7
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leonardvip
Los Angeles •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Exceptional tasty with great variety and creativity. This is THE best special occasion restaurant in Los Angeles. I have gone to Melisse for years and it never disappoints.
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MelissePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9

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1. Xuntos

2. The Penthouse Restaurant

3. Melisse

4. SELINE

5. Citrin

6. Fia

7. pasjoli

8. Beachside Restaurant & Bar

9. The Tasting Kitchen

10. Fia Steak

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