Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Santa Monica

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Gjelina

4.7

Exceptional(2327)

Price: Expensive

• American • Venice

Booked 221 times today

Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.

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2. Sogno Toscano - Santa Monica

4.7

Exceptional(146)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 20 times today

Our newly opening location, SOGNO TOSCANO WINE BAR, MARKET & LIFESTYLE CAFÉ, will offer an exquisite selection of the finest Italian delicacies such as pastries, espresso, cappuccino, typical focacce Toscane, and great wines. What is most unique and differentiated about our new venue is that the place will not just be your regular bar for breakfast, lunch and aperitivo, but rather a very much needed Italian marketplace. Located in one of the coolest neighborhoods of the city, Santa Monica, our groundbreaking venue will provide customers with a variety of high-quality, specialty retail food products under the single label of the already well known “Sogno Toscano” brand. Our patio is unique, spacious and charming, ready to host very interesting events such as Wine Tastings, Sip & Draw nights, live Jazz music on weekends. Get ready to experience the Italian Dolce Vita...!

3. The Hideout

4.4

Awesome(243)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Westwood

Booked 2 times today

“The Hideout” is the latest food and beverage installation by STK at W Los Angeles – West Beverly Hills. STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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4. Cecconi's West Hollywood

4.7

Exceptional(4954)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Hollywood

Booked 110 times today

Cecconi’s is a modern day classic Italian restaurant open for brunch, and dinner, seven days a week. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday. Cecconi’s serves hand-made pasta, seafood and dishes from Italy using the finest ingredients. In addition to the flagship restaurant in Mayfair, London, Cecconi’s has outposts in Los Angeles, Miami, Istanbul, Berlin, Barcelona and Brooklyn.As a courtesy to other guests, we do not accept any animals.Except for any ADA approved animal that is individually trained to do or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.

5. MEET in Paris

4.6

Exceptional(4145)

Price: Moderate

• French • Culver City

Booked 17 times today

Meet in Paris Bistro Lounge brings the Paris bistro to Culver City, serving classic French comfort food and cocktails in a trendy atmosphere. We want our customers to feel at home. Every aspect of the restaurant is crafted to leave our guests with a sense of satisfaction and well-being. We serve generous portions of full-flavored, hearty food. Our dishes are made from the highest-quality ingredients, presented in an elegant yet simple style that honors our French roots and expresses our passion for consistent excellence and creativity.

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6. El Compadre - Hollywood

4.6

Exceptional(513)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Hollywood

Booked 11 times today

Since 1975, El Compadre Restaurant in Hollywood has been one of Southern California's hot spots for Mexican cuisine and drinks. The restaurant fashions the look and feel of an "old world hacienda". Lined with clay roof tires, wrought iron lanterns and stained glass chandeliers; its walls grace of Mexican heritage with paintings, artifacts, antiques and vase floral trimmings.We specialize in showcasing "The fine foods of Mexico". We serve family recipes handed down over generations using select cuts of meats, and choice seafood alongside season fresh vegetables. e have a dedicated full bar area where we serve mixed cocktails, imported and domestic beers and our legendary and famous "Flaming Margarita". Coupled with live nightly music from a trio singing Mexican classics and with a dimly lit, sultry lighting; our romantic ambiance is unmatched.

7. Izakaya Tora

4.7

Exceptional(65)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • West Hollywood

Booked 10 times today

Your #1 spot for the best Izakaya in West Hollywood.Fresh imported sushi and quality dishes.Thank you for dining with us! Ask about our signature Omakase! Note:We have 15 minute grace period.We do not guarantee inside seatings (even when you reserve inside).Indoor seatings are open to first come first serve reservation customers.We have heaters on the patio.

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8. Toku Unagi & Sushi

4.5

Awesome(92)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • West Hollywood

Booked 7 times today

Toku Unagi and Sushi opened its door in the fall of 2019 on La Cienega Blvd in an area renowned as one of the most luxurious dining areas in Southern California. Our specialty, the Unagi, are Premium Unagi directly imported from Japan every week. Continuing the legacy of our founder, with the same cooking method and the Toku's special sauce created over a century ago, you can now experience a truly authentic Japanese Unagi dishes one could not find here in the states before. Along with our Unagi, we also serve authentic sushi made by our very own Chef with decades of experience. His creations also includes sushi rolls unique to our restaurant. We also serve tapas style Toku original small dishes, unlike anything you'll find at other Japanese restaurants, as well as everyone's favorite and always popular Japanese Agemono (fried dishes).

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9. Rock & Brews - El Segundo

4.3

Awesome(167)

Price: Moderate

• American • El Segundo

Booked 6 times today

Get ready to rock at Rock & Brews. This unique eatery features classic American fare, microbrew beers and an impressive collection of rock and roll memorabilia. Rock & Brews's impressive collection stems from its unique origins. The restaurant was founded by one of the biggest names in rock and roll merchandising and backed by the legendary Gene Simmons from the rock band KISS. Rock & Brews first opened in El Segundo, and now has multiple locations throughout the Southland. Its flagship location holds a special place in the hearts of the owners and locals alike, from its family-friendly atmosphere to its massive "great wall of rock," flatscreen TVs and original artwork. Four-legged family members are welcome on the restaurant's dog-friendly patio. The expansive menu features something for everyone, with hearty burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches and pizzas as well as salads, wraps and grilled specialties.

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10. Second Story - Hotel Belamar

4.1

Excellent(220)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Manhattan Beach

Booked 2 times today

Located in The Belamar Hotel, Second Story Restaurant is a culinary hot spot where you'll find innovative cuisine, friendly service, and a chic setting. Enjoy organic produce, sustainable seafood, and hormone-free chicken on a menu that boasts a creative twist on classic California cuisine. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Enjoy Happy Hour specials daily.

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Jeff
Cancun / Riviera Maya •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was on point. Food was exceptionally delicious. We had the mussels, jumbo scallops, and the short ribs. Every dish had excellent flavor. Highly recommend.
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MEET in ParisPrice: Moderate• French• Culver City
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4.6
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Ana Valerie
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was everything I would wish for in a nice chill but classy restaurant. It’s sheik yet laid back . It’s what you make it but no matter what food is delicious , drinks are delicious and the service is welcoming. Beautiful people and families everywhere ! Family friendly and date vibes as well .
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Cecconi's West HollywoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Hollywood
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4.7
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DavidVIP
Los Angeles •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
New Years Day and we wanted some place that we knew would be fantastic, so where else but Gjelina? It was busy but the hosts and servers were unfailingly polite. We ordered 6 things from the menu. My wife's vegan so she had the vegetable sandwich (she had to fight me for it, it was so good). Brussel sprouts, grilled fennel, and the frites were all great. My son and I split the anchovy and burrata toast - a first for me - and it's my new favorite. Finished with the excellent pomodoro pizza - no cheese and none needed, because the jammy tomato confit is the star of the dish. I love this place. It never lets me down. Happy 2025!
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GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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4.7
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WendyVIP
Los Angeles •49 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 17, 2024
Lunch was superb, as the Contadina Schiacciate is a favorite, with artichokes and other vegetables pressed with melted rubiola cheese in between flaky focaccia. The seasonal salad offered even more artichokes and intensely flavored tomatoes. The patio is delightful, complete with lovely Italian tableware. Service was prompt, but nobody seemed rushed, most diners enjoying the terrific food and convivial atmosphere.
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Sogno Toscano - Santa MonicaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.7
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Dave
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 15, 2024
Had a great brunch prior to attending a play at the Geffen nearby. Great service by our waiter Danny.
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The HideoutPrice: Moderate• Californian• Westwood
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4.4

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Gjelina

2. Sogno Toscano - Santa Monica

3. The Hideout

4. Cecconi's West Hollywood

5. MEET in Paris

6. El Compadre - Hollywood

7. Izakaya Tora

8. Toku Unagi & Sushi

9. Rock & Brews - El Segundo

10. Second Story - Hotel Belamar

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