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Everything we ordered was delicious. A little pricy, but for the first time it was worth it.
Came here for a quick bite & to enjoy the outside area. The service was quick & attentive I wish the hot dog was bigger & had more toppings. The chicken tenders were very tasty and cooked nicely The area outside to sit was clean & there were many areas to sit Overall, enjoyed this little shop to order quick food to satisfy a quick craving!
It's okay. We got the dirty fried chicken sandwich with the lemony potatoes as a side. It's not the best chicken sandwich I had but not the worst. It's a bit overly fried for me but at least the chicken wasn't dried out. The slaw was a nice touch. I did not like the sauce. I liked the lemony potatoes better than the sandwich. They came out piping hot with really good flavor. Nice shaded dog friendly patio in the back. Bathrooms were super clean too.
Augie's on Main is a hidden gem if you are in Santa Monica! Family owned and run this place is the spot to be for the most tasty and flavorful gourmet food. We decided to split a chicken sandwich and a cheeseburger so that we could try both and we got the corn ribs and fries on the side. Both the burger and sandwich were very good, packing a lot of flavor in each. The corn ribs were surprisingly good and a must try if deciding on a sides. The fries were also spectacularly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The service is always excellent and efficient. Just know that there is only outside seating as it is a walk up window type of place. It was nice and warm outside though and great if you want some fresh ocean air. Definitely give this place a try if you are in the area!
We dropped into Augie's on Main yesterday after visiting the Farmer's Market. Murphy the Doodle was welcomed warmly and enjoyed sitting on the patio with us where he mingled with other canine friends. From two-starred Michelin chef and Santa Monica native Josiah Citron (Citron and Melisse), the small eatery features such yummy dishes as Dirty Chicken Sandwiches, Roast Beef sandwiches, Salads and a plethora of yummy sides. The Dirty Chicken was a fried breast topped with tomato and pickles, plus sauce, and delicious coleslaw. My husband enjoyed the Roast Beef sandwich and we shared the Froggy Fresh Fries, Corn Ribs. and Mac and Cheese. Service was so nice and friendly and the ambience was casual and outdoorsy. We loved the food and will most definitely return.
Dirty chicken. Served either baked or deep fried (tenders only). Had the tenders with chix drippings sauce. Bomb! I'll be back for the baked chicken combo!
Popped by for lunch on a Thursday. Street parking readily available with reasonable meters. Order at the counter and take a seat in their cute alley seating area or right on Ocean like we did to enjoy the sunshine. We both opted for the same thing: Roasted chicken. Tender (good size) strips on a SOFT and delicious baquette with argula and a dijon mustard spread. Served with a side of chicken drippings. The sandwich was perfect. Usually baquettes albeit delicious have a crust that is a bit too crusty and too tough to chew through easily. Not the problem here. The chicken is also so tender and spiced nicely. The real kick is the dijon mustard that coats the bottom. A real delight. We also got a side of the corn ribs served elote style. These were good but I have to say, that this is probably not a veggie for me. A lot healthier than the traditional elote corn served in cobless and that I avoid. But to each their own! I'll try another veggie next time! Service was great. I am always a bit skeptical about paying for service before it is delivered. Will I get bad service if I don't pay up? Am I wasting money on semi-table service? Don't worry! The food was delivered promptly and better yet, our server/counter person also gave us courtesy water BEFORE all the food arrived. The way to go! I'll be back!
Great beef roast beef sandwich!! (mustard is a bit strong but that's ok) and quick service. Perfect to grab to go or eat there. Music in the patio is nice
One can get the "dirty chicken" at Michelin-starred Citrin for two for $86. At Augie's, you can try this "fancy" rotisserie chicken for $26 or so including two sides (with tax and tip). The dirty chicken plate is beautiful. It's perfect for the 'gram..but does it deliver on flavor? Unfortunately, the rotisserie chicken is quite bland. You will definitely need ketchup to give it flavor. The chicken reminds me of Whole Foods whole rotisserie chicken. It would be nice if they had some sauces other than ketchup packets available upon request. The Augie's rotisserie is not as juicy or delicious as the wood-fired rotisserie Peruvian chicken from Pollo a la Brasa in Gardena/Koreatown or Listo el Pollo in Reseda which are my favorite rotisserie chickens in LA. I did enjoy the options available on the sides menu. Once you look at the side options you will know that this is not your ordinary fast casual restaurant. My favorite was the brocollini. I love brocollini and I make it at home. It really pairs well with a nice protein. It is something that I enjoy ordering as a side at a steakhouse. The corn ribs "elote" was fine. I wasn't too crazy about the sauce. The next time I am in the area, I will try the fried chicken tenders. It would be interesting to try fried chicken from Michelin-starred chef, Josiah Citrin and head over to Joshua Skenes' Happies Handmade to compared the chicken tenders from two Michelin-starred chefs. You'll have to order from the touch screen, but there's someone available there if you have any questions or need help placing your order. Parking is a long Main Street. I imagine it would be more difficult to find parking over the weekend.
The roasted chicken is juicy and moist. Has panko breadcrumbs for those who are looking for a crunch. The broccolini is cooked well with a slight sweetness. And ratatouille is solid side. Best roasted chicken for those looking for healthy chicken. A nice tribute to the chef's son.
Came here with high hopes and left feeling very mid. CHICKEN Aesthetically the food looked great, but the chicken was a bit dry and relied on the sauce for flavor. Breading was good but no better than Raising Canes. My boyfriend got the chicken nuggets and those were better but still relied on the sauce for its seasoning. SIDES Mac n cheese was cold and lacked flavor. Coleslaw was pretty good. SERVICE Not sure if the staff were having a bad day, but the main counter gal didn't know anything about the menu and whenever I asked a question she said to look at the kiosk (which I was already looking at lol). Likewise when I asked for a Togo box she gave me a hard time about it as if asking to take something to go was an issue.
7 days ago
Good spot to pick up some fried chicken and eat it on the beach! I was chilling on the beach nearby and wanted to pick up some lunch to eat on the beach. Found Augie's when I was perusing options and it looked good, so I placed an order online via Toast and came by to pick it up. I got the Augie's combo, which comes with half a dirty chicken and your choice of 2 sides, for $22. For my sides, I chose ratatouille and fries. My friend got the fried dirty chicken sandwich for $12.95. When I came to pick up my food, I originally thought they were just a takeout window until I saw their outdoor seating down the side alley. It actually looked pretty cute with the lights and the shade. I was a bit underwhelmed by the chicken, as I found it bland, and I think my tastes run on the bland side so that says something. Maybe it's because for my choice of sauce, I got chicken pan drippings rather than other options like salsa or pepper sauce which would've been more flavorful. However, I was shocked by the chicken breast, as it was still pretty moist and not dry at all like I expected. I usually never eat chicken breast whole, but theirs was actually pretty decent so I finished everything! Where I thought the meal really shined were the sides. The ratatouille was some of the best I've had in a long time (super flavorful!), and the fries were solid too. Would recommend this spot for anyone looking to pick up an easy meal for the beach! read more
2 months ago
Get the dirty chicken and all the sides, you won't be disappointed! Idk what's in this chicken but it is cooked to perfection! It's crispy and flaky on the outside and juicy on the inside. All the sides ordered were also delicious. This is an order at the counter and pickup at the window. Outdoor dining only with plenty of shade. Meter parking on the street or parking lot in rear in surrounding streets. Can't wait to go back!! read more
13 days ago
Everything we ordered was delicious. A little pricy, but for the first time it was worth it. read more
11 months ago
Came here for a quick bite & to enjoy the outside area. The service was quick & attentive I wish the hot dog was bigger & had more toppings. The chicken tenders were very tasty and cooked nicely The area outside to sit was clean & there were many areas to sit Overall, enjoyed this little shop to order quick food to satisfy a quick craving! read more
It's okay. We got the dirty fried chicken sandwich with the lemony potatoes as a side. It's not the best chicken sandwich I had but not the worst. It's a bit overly fried for me but at least the chicken wasn't dried out. The slaw was a nice touch. I did not like the sauce. I liked the lemony potatoes better than the sandwich. They came out piping hot with really good flavor. Nice shaded dog friendly patio in the back. Bathrooms were super clean too. read more
Augie's on Main is a hidden gem if you are in Santa Monica! Family owned and run this place is the spot to be for the most tasty and flavorful gourmet food. We decided to split a chicken sandwich and a cheeseburger so that we could try both and we got the corn ribs and fries on the side. Both the burger and sandwich were very good, packing a lot of flavor in each. The corn ribs were surprisingly good and a must try if deciding on a sides. The fries were also spectacularly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The service is always excellent and efficient. Just know that there is only outside seating as it is a walk up window type of place. It was nice and warm outside though and great if you want some fresh ocean air. Definitely give this place a try if you are in the area! read more
We dropped into Augie's on Main yesterday after visiting the Farmer's Market. Murphy the Doodle was welcomed warmly and enjoyed sitting on the patio with us where he mingled with other canine friends. From two-starred Michelin chef and Santa Monica native Josiah Citron (Citron and Melisse), the small eatery features such yummy dishes as Dirty Chicken Sandwiches, Roast Beef sandwiches, Salads and a plethora of yummy sides. The Dirty Chicken was a fried breast topped with tomato and pickles, plus sauce, and delicious coleslaw. My husband enjoyed the Roast Beef sandwich and we shared the Froggy Fresh Fries, Corn Ribs. and Mac and Cheese. Service was so nice and friendly and the ambience was casual and outdoorsy. We loved the food and will most definitely return. read more
Popped by for lunch on a Thursday. Street parking readily available with reasonable meters. Order at the counter and take a seat in their cute alley seating area or right on Ocean like we did to enjoy the sunshine. We both opted for the same thing: Roasted chicken. Tender (good size) strips on a SOFT and delicious baquette with argula and a dijon mustard spread. Served with a side of chicken drippings. The sandwich was perfect. Usually baquettes albeit delicious have a crust that is a bit too crusty and too tough to chew through easily. Not the problem here. The chicken is also so tender and spiced nicely. The real kick is the dijon mustard that coats the bottom. A real delight. We also got a side of the corn ribs served elote style. These were good but I have to say, that this is probably not a veggie for me. A lot healthier than the traditional elote corn served in cobless and that I avoid. But to each their own! I'll try another veggie next time! Service was great. I am always a bit skeptical about paying for service before it is delivered. Will I get bad service if I don't pay up? Am I wasting money on semi-table service? Don't worry! The food was delivered promptly and better yet, our server/counter person also gave us courtesy water BEFORE all the food arrived. The way to go! I'll be back! read more
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6 months ago
Great beef roast beef sandwich!! (mustard is a bit strong but that's ok) and quick service. Perfect to grab to go or eat there. Music in the patio is nice read more
One can get the "dirty chicken" at Michelin-starred Citrin for two for $86. At Augie's, you can try this "fancy" rotisserie chicken for $26 or so including two sides (with tax and tip). The dirty chicken plate is beautiful. It's perfect for the 'gram..but does it deliver on flavor? Unfortunately, the rotisserie chicken is quite bland. You will definitely need ketchup to give it flavor. The chicken reminds me of Whole Foods whole rotisserie chicken. It would be nice if they had some sauces other than ketchup packets available upon request. The Augie's rotisserie is not as juicy or delicious as the wood-fired rotisserie Peruvian chicken from Pollo a la Brasa in Gardena/Koreatown or Listo el Pollo in Reseda which are my favorite rotisserie chickens in LA. I did enjoy the options available on the sides menu. Once you look at the side options you will know that this is not your ordinary fast casual restaurant. My favorite was the brocollini. I love brocollini and I make it at home. It really pairs well with a nice protein. It is something that I enjoy ordering as a side at a steakhouse. The corn ribs "elote" was fine. I wasn't too crazy about the sauce. The next time I am in the area, I will try the fried chicken tenders. It would be interesting to try fried chicken from Michelin-starred chef, Josiah Citrin and head over to Joshua Skenes' Happies Handmade to compared the chicken tenders from two Michelin-starred chefs. You'll have to order from the touch screen, but there's someone available there if you have any questions or need help placing your order. Parking is a long Main Street. I imagine it would be more difficult to find parking over the weekend. read more
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The roasted chicken is juicy and moist. Has panko breadcrumbs for those who are looking for a crunch. The broccolini is cooked well with a slight sweetness. And ratatouille is solid side. Best roasted chicken for those looking for healthy chicken. A nice tribute to the chef's son. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Came here with high hopes and left feeling very mid. CHICKEN Aesthetically the food looked great, but the chicken was a bit dry and relied on the sauce for flavor. Breading was good but no better than Raising Canes. My boyfriend got the chicken nuggets and those were better but still relied on the sauce for its seasoning. SIDES Mac n cheese was cold and lacked flavor. Coleslaw was pretty good. SERVICE Not sure if the staff were having a bad day, but the main counter gal didn't know anything about the menu and whenever I asked a question she said to look at the kiosk (which I was already looking at lol). Likewise when I asked for a Togo box she gave me a hard time about it as if asking to take something to go was an issue. read more
1 year ago
The Dirty Chicken was on point! Got it with 2 side: coleslaw and Potato's and it was fuego! Check out my full review on YouTube! read more
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Small spot on Main Street with lots of seating! Love the option to self start your order at the kiosk. All street parking on Main Street. I got the fried chicken sandwich and made it spicy. Unfortunately there wasn't much spice. Not sure if it supposed to be the sauce or a dry seasoning but def wasn't spicy. Also there wasn't much chicken in it, mostly breading. A bit disappointed :( read more
Had lunch at Augie's On Main in Santa Monica today. Had a roast chicken sandwich. Sat outside. Some people call eating outside Al Fresco which was named after the Florentine renaissance nobleman Count Alberto Fresco, who popularized eating outside amongst the nobility. Prior to that only peasants ate outside. There is a very nice large outdoor seating area at Augie's On Main. The roast chicken sandwich was very good. Took me a few seconds to figure out how to eat it. Ate the chicken and the arugula with a fork. This left the roll, which I picked up with my fingers and ate. Couldn't figure out what I was supposed to do with the chicken drippings so didn't do anything with the chicken drippings. You use a machine inside to order (it has pictures of everything in case you aren't good at reading, although if you aren't good at reading you probably wouldn't be reading this review) and to pay. Then you go outside to a window that says "pick up here" and pick up your food there when it's ready. Spock would say that's logical. read more
1 year ago
Pricey fried chicken with minimal and dry meat. The service took a minute but was made to order. But it's nothing to write home about. I was visiting in the area and heard good things but was disappointed. There were other guests there that claim everything in the menu was good. But maybe I prefer Korean fried chicken? read more
Augie's on Main is on Main St., the restaurant row in Santa Monica. Limited street meter parking, but behind the restaurant on Nielson is the city parking lot. Augie's is owned by Josiah who is the chef and owner of five star restaurants Citrin and Mélisse also in Santa Monica. I am a fan of both Citrin and Mélisse, and have dined there several times on special occasions, both offer upscale artful chef tasting menu courses and it's quite a dining experience. Was excited to try Augie's a casual dining take. The restaurant is small where you place the order on the touch screen pad and prepay. Only outdoor seating in the side and back of the building. Beware, there are ANNOYING FLIES, probably from not properly cleaned tables and areas. When your order is ready, your name will be called out at pick up order window, no table service whatsoever, so why bother tipping?! Have been here a couple times, my highlights as follows: the chicken sandwich was good not great, lacked flavor, probably wasn't marinated. The chicken breast was not crunchy, was rather soggy due to the slaw, which should have been place on the side. slaw of mostly thinly shredded cabbage was light, not too much sauce, a tad acidic but good california ratatouille is the vegetable stew in a tomato base was good but not solo because best eaten with the mashed potatoes made it taste delightful mashed potatoes was really good especially if eaten with the ratatouille charred corn ribs also really good but a bit challenging to eat because part of the corn cob body is attached Service was cordial and nice. The guy behind the counter helped with the tech ordering, as I had to edit and screen didn't have an edit button, but he guided me. The ordering process has notes for the kitchen but the kitchen is UNACCOMMODATING , ie I only eat white meat and neither chicken orders(dirty chicken and fried chicken) allows special requests. There's a chopped salad and I wanted ONLY white meat and that was NOT allowed. The kitchen staff is UNACCOMMODATING, NOT happy. For protein, The menu only offers chicken, beef burger and veggie burger...Limited! Owner and chef Josiah came out to the back patio but didn't greet the customers. As I was leaving, I saw the owner Josiah, again no greeting or a thank you for dining here from him, I guess he was too cool to be nice to customers. Taking the high road, I took the initiative and I greeted him and informed him I am a big fan, frequent diner at Citrin and Mélisse. I have posted reviews of both restaurants. I did share my unpleasant dining experience about Augie's and suggested he add to the menu, for people who are not hugh fans of chicken, maybe offer fish since we are a couple blocks from the beach! If you can't dine at Citrin or Mélisse, and you want to try chef Josiah's casual dining creation, Augie's is worth a visit. read more
8 months ago
I went today for my first visit. Let me start this review by saying that I am a huge fan or everything chef Josiah Citrin has done, especially his previous collaborations with Raphael Lunetta. I think I can safely say that I've been to each of his restaurants numerous times. Today, I ordered the fried chicken sandwich and a side of the cabbage slaw. I loved the slaw. The sandwich was very good too. It was breast meat, which normally I don't prefer as I find it too dry. This was very moist. The sandwich wasn't as spicy as I expected, so I asked for a side of hot sauce. I guess next time I'll try it with the Fermented Green Chili Sauce. I plan to go back again very soon. Now, a somewhat personal note for those that knew Augie. My wife was Augie's teacher in elementary school. It is heartbreaking that he is gone. If you have kids, please talk to them and stress the importance for them to get help when they feel down, and to not take any medication that they get from a friend or someone not authorized to dispense medication. Rest in peace Augie. read more
2 years ago
Love it! The food is so delicious and the place is so vibrant. The total bill wasn't bad at all and definitely worth the amount of food we got. I will be back soon to try other things on menu. read more
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We ordered Augies the night before Thanksgiving because we didn't feel like cooking! It was my first time trying it so I was not sure what to expect! Even with a takeout order it was so good! I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food! The Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and coleslaw were extra tasty. The chicken was the star of the show! They cooked it perfect and flavored it well. It was tender and juicy! My husband got the chicken sandwich and that was also so good!! We definitely want to try more things from Augies! Next time we go in person I will update on the interior and service. I bet they do that well as the pictures inside look nice! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
I was craving fried chicken, but found Augie's on Main instead. I'm glad that I found this. Their chicken is like a gourmet shake n' bake chicken. I felt healthier than fried chicken (but is it actually? I hope so). The chicken had a wonderful crunch to it, and quite juicy. I wasn't the biggest fan of the potatoes. It was too saucy for my taste -- to the point of being soggy, and a bit too sweet for me. Too saucy, too sticky, to sweet. I did enjoy the corn ribs. However, the concept of corn ribs is a little perplexing. The cobs are still attached to the back of the corn, making it a little more difficult to eat. I would have preferred it to either be on the cob or just kernels. Seems like extra work to have to slide the ribs off the rest of the cob...just keep the cob. In short, the chicken is nice and crunchy. The sides that I got were a little underwhelming. read more
1 year ago
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