Cobi's is truly one of those special places that you never forget. From our very first visit to our wedding dinner, everything about our experience was absolutely incredible. We originally came to Cobi's to try the food and see if it might be the right place to host our intimate wedding dinner. We tried just about everything, and before we even finished that first meal, it was an absolute YES. The food was phenomenal, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for. The restaurant itself is so beautiful and unique. It has this calm, elegant, quaint feel that somehow manages to be both fancy and incredibly comfortable. The outdoor area feels like the most charming little secret garden, while the inside is just as beautiful. I absolutely love all of the different mismatched china and thoughtful details throughout the restaurant. Nothing feels overly staged or stuffy--it just has so much character and warmth. And then there is the food. INCREDIBLE. Everything we tried on our first visit was delicious, but seeing our family experience it at our wedding dinner made it even more special. Every single person was completely blown away by the food. We heard over and over again how amazing everything was, which is exactly what you hope for when choosing a restaurant for such an important day. The service is just as memorable. From the very first phone call before we had even visited, Aaron was amazing. Then we met him in person and somehow he was even better! He was also there for our wedding dinner, and I genuinely just love him. He made us feel so welcomed and cared for throughout the entire experience. April was incredibly kind as well, and honestly, the entire staff was wonderful. There is something special about being somewhere where you can tell the people genuinely care about your experience. For our wedding dinner, we had the outdoor area completely to ourselves, and it could not have been more perfect. It was intimate, elegant, romantic, and exactly what we envisioned for our small celebration. We had a car service for our wedding day, but on our first visit we easily found street parking. The location is also fantastic--just a block from the beach and water, which makes the whole experience even better. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Cobi's. From casually walking in for the first time to ultimately trusting them with one of the most important dinners of our lives, they exceeded every expectation. The atmosphere, the food, the people, the service, the location--everything was perfect. Cobi's will always hold such a special place in our hearts, and we will absolutely be back. read more

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Cozy little place, food is pretty good but nothing to write home about. The oxtail was great though, and everything had the perfect amount of spice and was tolerable for someone who can barley handle spiciness. One annoying thing though was that we put in our order and our server went into the kitchen. We waived him down 2 minutes (literally two minutes or less) later and asked if we could change something on our order. He said no, because they "already started our order". We were asking to change a main, which came out 25+ minutes later, after our appetizers... seemed a bit unusual for this kind of restaurant and perhaps like he didn't feel like dealing with altering a ticket. read more

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With its prestigious Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand designation, Cobi's has been on the go to list for a hot minute and we finally got to go!! We made reservation on Resy for a Wednesday evening, and they do get quite busy during dinner hour so try to be as timely as possible. Each dish was so unique and looked so tasty, we definitely over ordered and had to try a bit of everything. The place was so cute, perfect for families and girl's night! For starters we got the Kampachi, yellowtail in a coconut dressing with lime leaf oil and green chili. I was fiending for more but I had to hold myself back from ordering more. Normally I'm not a fan of curry puffs, but these were too hard to stop eating, especially with the tamarind dip. Entrees! We got one too many but it was still worth. The Nasi Goreng was flavorful but a bit on the spicy side when it first came out. Beef Rendang was one of our personal favorites, especially with the side of squash, super rich and yummy. Rice and Roti made great additions to it as well. And finally, one of their specials of the day: Roast Duck with Vegetables. The duck could have been a little more tender and moist but the flavor was still there and it went great with the rice. read more

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4 out of 5 stars! Cute ambiance, really delicious roti, yummy prawns butter chicken , and the place is not so loud that you can hear the people you came to dinner with. The only dish that was alright and could be more tender and didn't hit home was the chicken. Otherwise everything else was full of flavor! read more

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Came here on the fly for one of my birthday dinners, and I'm glad we did. 5/5 Cobi's immediately stands out with its interior. Colorful wallpaper, vintage decor, live plants, and even the turquoise bathroom details give the place a fun, artsy vibe without feeling overdone. The food was AMAZING. The butter chicken was rich and packed with flavor, while the branzino had perfectly crisp skin and a yellow curry with a subtle seafood twist. Don't skip the roti--it was perfect for soaking up both curries. The kingfish sashimi wasn't picturesque, but the flavor was outstanding. That coconut lime sauce was so good I could've drank it, and the curry pastries were another favorite. Our waiter ended the night by bringing out ice cream for my birthday, which was such a nice surprise. Just a heads-up: it's not complimentary--we noticed it was on the bill afterward. Overall, great food, a beautiful space, and definitely somewhere I'd come back to. read more

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Place was packed for lunch on Saturday. As soon as we sat down, our server was taking care of us. We told them to bring out the dishes as it came. Every dish was delicious, I also ordered white rice for myself since I can't handle spicy dishes but still wanted to try the Cobi's fried chicken and the Nasi Goreng. Cute vibe with atypical color combination. read more

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The food here is amazing. Stopped here for brunch and ordered the Butter Masala Eggs and Rendang and Dal Roti Wraps -- sooo delicious. The ambiance is very homey and the emphasis on nature with lots of wood, greenery and flowers. Love that they use a variety of floral patterned dish ware. Luis, our waiter, was so very friendly and welcoming, and also helped us review the eclectic menu to make our meal selections. There is street parking, and public lots off of Main Street. Will definitely be back for dinner since they offer a different menu in the evenings. read more

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Really cute restaurant but food was not up to par for us. Food overall was fresh and tasted good, but the flavor profile was not there. Food 3/5 Roti $5 - Can't go wrong here. Curry Puffs $14 - The most flavorful dish of them all. Came out piping hot. Pork Dumplings $16 - The unique sauce paired well with the dumplings. Beef Rendang $28 - My partner liked the dish, the flavor was not impressive for me as someone with a Malaysian background. Butter Chicken $22 - Was a miss for the both of us. Jasmine Rice $4.50 - It drives me up the wall when rice does not come with the meal, which is standard here in LA, unfortunately. To balance the sauce and protein, you need rice. Service 5/5 Our waiter was quick and attentive. Ambiance 4/5 It looks as if the building used to be a home, really cute cozy vibes. The entrance is adorable with the fountain and flowers. It's so dark inside. I understand it's for the vibes. They further dimmed the lights while sitting and the one thing I really hate about that is it makes it really hard to see the colors on the food. read more

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This place is so cute with all the inside decor & busy. We ordered different dishes to try a variety. The Curry Puffs have curried split peas & potatoes inside and are well filled inside. The Pork Dumplings with the sauce are a great combo & I loved the different textures. The Crispy Pork Belly Salad had the best pork belly pieces, I couldn't get enough of it. I love a Butter chicken curry and this one just hit the spot. The Beef Short Rib was one of my favorite dishes of the night. For dessert we ordered the Thai Tea Pudding which had strong Thai tea flavor, but the boba wasn't as hot & soft on top- I think it would have been great even just as the Thai tea pudding part. Parking- street metered parking read more

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What a nice spot and we didn't even know it was Michelin Food was bomb. Did the chef choice special plus added the devils chicken. That was good too. Everything came out at good pace and the food quality was on point. The papaya salad was refreshing and surprisingly my favorite. read more

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This place is a gem. Simply amazing. Understated fine dining. Authentic recipes and fusion of Asian and Indian cuisine. Cute aesthetic and vibe, nothing overstated and truly lets the "food do the talking." There wasn't a single thing we ate that wasn't delicious-- no wonder the Michelin star. Service was amazing too-- our server guided us through the highlights of the menu and make sure we didn't miss a thing. Will definitely be back-- what a special evening. read more

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Goddamn. This place is amazing. Brought girlfriend here on a valentine's date. Staff was extremely friendly, and waitress was very good. Ambiance was even better. Extremely cute, green, and well decorated. Price was extremely reasonable- spent around $230 (including tip) for all the below + a drink. Let's get into the food. Appetizers: Pork Dumplings - 8/10 (GF rating 8/10) These were great. The inside was solid, outside was acceptable, and crunch on top was great. The sauce absolutely made it. Quite a good choice. Curry Puffs - 9.5/10 (GF rating 10/10) Delicious. You won't regret getting these. Pastry outside is amazing, inside is even better, tamarind makes it EVEN better. Just keeps getting better. Get them. Chicken Larb - 9/10 (GF rating 7.5/10) Very tasty. The sauce it's in is amazing and the flavor profile is just great. Highly recommend. Crispy Pork Belly Salad - 8/10 (GF rating 9/10) Also very good. The flavors all fit together extremely well. I'm not a fan of pork belly but this was done great. Main: Beef short rib - 10/10 (GF rating 10/10) Holy shit. We were so full at this point, it was unfortunate we couldn't finish this, because it was so good. Most tender beef I have ever had. I went at it with a fork, expecting to have a tiny bit of give, but it just fell off the bone, effortlessly. Easier than gliding through softened butter. I also normally don't like fatty pieces due to the texture/chewiness, and was worried I wouldn't like this dish as short rib is quite fatty. I absolutely LOVED the fat on this. It was impeccably rendered. Genuinely the best beef short rib I have ever had. The sauce and cilantro + peanuts it was paired with was a perfect flavor combination as well. Came with a delicious bread as well (naan-esque?) Dessert: Underwhelming, unfortunately. Got all 3. Thai Tea Pudding - 6/10 (GF rating 2/10) Pudding underneath was decent. Boba on top with the sauce was not. Boba not marinated in honey, just chewy bland boba! The custard itself was also not very reminiscent of Thai tea. Vanilla Soft Serve Sundae - 6/10 (GF rating- 5/10) Vanilla ice cream itself was very good. The salted caramel, not particularly, nor the Milo brownie on top of it, and the peanuts didn't pair well with it either. Very mid. Strawberry Basil Shaved Ice - 2/10 (GF rating 7.8/10) GF LOVED THIS. Of all the desserts here, she thought this was the best. I just didn't like this one a single bit. The shaved ice on top was fine but it was a very thin layer and was more about what was underneath (passionfruit pieces, tapioca-like balls, and coconut), which just wasn't it for me. read more

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Wow!! Such a hidden gem! Tucked in a busy corner in Santa Monica, but you'd be surprised at how beautiful this restaurant is. It reminds me of an enchanted garden. The food also lives up to its hype. Ordered the crispy pork belly salad, devil chicken curry, and dry aged branzino. Also ordered the Thai tea pudding for dessert. The curry and branzino were definitely my top 2. The curry was full of flavor and had the perfect spice. The fish was also so crispy and delicious. If you haven't done so already, definitely try this restaurant. I am definitely coming back! read more

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Cute vibe inside! Had a reservation right when it opened at 5pm. Butter chicken, roti, and nasi goreng is yummy! Beef rendang is a little oily for me. Dumplings are expensive for what you get, not amazing flavor on those tbh. Service is friendly and quick, especially to fill water!! Metered parking outside read more

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Cobi's hits all the marks; ambience, service, food, and drinks! Came in on a Monday evening and sat in the garden which was so relaxing and beautiful. Our server Alberto was amazing and suggested so many good dishes! There was not one thing we ordered that we did not love but our favorites were the butter chicken, dry aged branzino, short ribs, and oxtail. Oh and another great suggestion by Alberto was the moon light margarita, I had several lol. The manager Smith came by to check on our table to ask how everything was tasting which was very nice! Overall, 100/10. Staff were all friendly and helpful, the ambience was unique and eclectic, and food was to die for. I can't wait to be back! read more

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Great service and great food all tucked away in a place that feels intimate and private and casual at the same time. Loved the indoor outdoor courtyard and everything we ordered tasted amazing. The devil chicken comes with a habenero vinegar that packs a punch and goes so well. Unique beers available as well. You won't be disappointed coming here read more

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I've dined here twice in a very short time frame - it's that good. Non-negotiable for me are the curry puffs ($14 for 2pcs). They're puffed pastries filled with curried split peas & potatoes served with a pickled onion tamarind ketchup. Absolute fire. The pastry puff is so buttery and fluffy and the curried split pea + potato filling is so satisfyingly filling. Also on that list are grilled prawns ($21 for 3 pcs). They are marinated in a ginger & yellow bean sauce that really enhances the sweetness of the prawns. The best part is probably the head, but of course that's not for everyone. Delish. We've dabbled all over and tried a ton of their entrees, but I keep going back to the beef rendang ($28). The beef is so tender and flavorful. Even without a ton of sauce, it's so good over the bed of rice. Highly recommend. You should also order the chili & sambal sampler ($7). It's such a good compliment to any of the dishes you happen to order. They're also fun eaten on a prawn chip as well. The patio gives secret garden which is so cute. They also do offer tasting situation so it's a great way to sample their menu - I've never met a dish I didn't love at Cobi's. read more

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butter chicken ($22) - ive had butter chicken before but this instantly became the best ive eer devoured - the portion size was already a winning factor; i didn't expect the bowl to be so humongous - chicken texture was the most impressive part; the juice and tenderness retention went crazy - it was also so bouncy; every bite got a good chew to it; none of the pieces were tough; perfect execution - sauce was top tier; all the other sauces ive had from other restaurants were too heavy and salty, but this one had the right amount of flavor and aroma, i didnt need much rice to pair with it - I thought id have leftovers but i licked it CLEAN beef rendang ($28) - had beef rendang multiple times and i was never that impressed so i didnt get this but had a bite of my friend's - my butter chicken is WAY MORE BUSSIN indeed - sauce was pretty good but the meat tenderness just wasnt quite at the sweet spot kampachi ($18) - so fresh it was like a combo of chewiness with a slight crunch; if youve had poke in hawaii, it's almost similar to that fresh fish texture - impressive sauce; never had something similar to that; usually these types of dishes are just sour n refreshing but this had more layers of flavor that had me licking the plate; it felt like some sort of cream but still super light n refreshing - Would recommend roti ($5) - needed some carbs for all the sauce - had better roti and this was pretty average; nothing stood out - would rather have the rice because the roti texture was softer than i liked and not crispy enough rating: 4.7/5 - It's such a cute lowkey spot next to the ocean; feels like a hidden gem within the residential, quiet part of santa monica - Date night, classy vibes but can also feel casual with the chill ocean breeze if you sit outside - Everything tasted yummay and it's kind of a rare find to see malaysian & indonesian food in west la so yay - Great and welcoming service; doesnt feel pretentious given it's santa monica and that they were on the michelin guide IG: @nom.noms.only read more

Cobi's - IG: @nom.noms.only | Beef Rendang, Butter Chicken, Roti - Indian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Cobi's is a beautiful restaurant with pan-Asian cuisine that definitely lives up to the hype. Upon walking in, it felt like I was entering into a secret fairy garden turned upscale, trendy restaurant. The decor is charming, feminine, and whimsical. I arrived a couple minutes earlier than my reservation time and was seated right away. Our server was friendly, gave an explanation of the menu, and checked in consistently to make sure we were taken care of. To start I had the papaya salad and the pork dumplings. I loved the papaya salad as it was tangy, spicy, and lightly sweet. The pork dumplings were standard dumplings that were elevated with the texture of crispy shallots on top. I got the African curry with roti as my main dish, which was insanely rich. I enjoyed the roasted peanut flavor combined with the African spices. However, I did struggle to even eat half of the curry due to its decadence. The roti was buttery, flakey, and a great pairing with the curry. I tried a bite of my friend's beef rendang and it was tender and packed with flavor. For drinks, I had the lychee blossom and the sour cherry fizz. Both were creative and delicious cocktails. read more

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Our server was well informed of the menu and gave excellent suggestions. The staff was very nice and everyone there had a beautiful smile. Everything we had was delicious. I will let the pics speak for themselves. The decor makes the place feel very homey and nostalgic. read more

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It's no wonder this place is on the Michelin guide. The staff is super well trained /attentive / helpful and the dishes are incredible. Only piece of data to note is that it's very lively:) So just be prepared to use your outdoor voice :) ordered short ribs, curry puffs, papaya salad ice cream Sunday butter chicken....you can't go wrong here. This was one of the best meals I've had this year. So glad I found it. Thank you Cobi's! read more

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I'm somewhat of a picky eater, and don't really like spices or sauce heavy dishes. With that said, the food here is OUTSTANDING. I got the papaya salad, curry puffs and branzino. It was all delicious and flavorful, while somehow not being overly heavy or making you feel disgusting afterwards. The maximalist ambience is beautiful, unlike anything I've ever seen before. It's like you're dining in your great-grandmother's living room. And the attention to detail is noteworthy. Take a look at all the details - all the dishes & furniture are old school, mismatched and adorable. What a delightful, cozy restaurant with delicious food. I will definitely be back again and again. read more

I finally made it to Cobi's, and it's every bit as delicious and aesthetic as people say! The Service: I was really impressed by how attentive the staff was. Despite being a popular spot, the service was seamless and the food came out incredibly quick without feeling rushed. The Food: We started with the Kampachi, and that coconut drizzle is so good and fresh. The Pork Dumplings were another highlight; the crispy onions add such a satisfying texture. For the mains, the Beef Rendang is a must-order. It's marinated in sambal and is the ultimate comfort food when paired with the curry dip and a side of buttery roti. However, the too bite of the entire evening was definitely the Beef Short Ribs. They literally fell off the bone--you don't even need a knife! The sweet chili and tamarind dressing is perfectly balanced. We also loved the Nasi Goreng, which was packed with flavor. The Dessert: My husband, who usually doesn't even like dessert, loved the Thai Tea Pudding. While the pudding itself was delicious and full of flavor, the boba left a little to be desired for me personally. read more

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My partner and I came by with our dog on Sunday for this outdoor brunch. The little Patio is very cute and quiet. We didn't have reservation so it took about 20 mins for us to get seated. The menu is fairly small which I like. I'm always a big fan of non traditional brunch food. We shared the fried chicken, rice noodle and the roti wraps. All were good except just somewhat too salty for my taste. Overall we enjoyed the food and would love to come back to try their dinner menu. read more

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After three of my coworkers raved to me about Cobi's, I was finally in the Santa Monica area (actually just doing Pilates right next door), and I decided to pique my interest and confirm if the hype was real. Despite not having a reservation on a busy weekend lunch, the host was able to promptly seat me (a solo diner) in the outdoor garden area, which was beautifully decorated with flowers and bird-themed motifs. My server was honestly amazing - providing genuinely kind, attentive service and thoughtful recommendations that were well-tailored to my personal tastes. I ended up ordering a lavender flavored take on the pina colada, which I reminded me of my favorite Salt and Straw honey lavender ice cream, and was well-balanced while being strong. The shrimp char kway teow was also incredible - the fresh rice noodles were perfectly stir-fried so that they were still soft while being very flavorful, and came with quite a generous amount of large prawns. It's hard to find a spot that serves up incredibly curated, authentic South Asian food while having standout service and beautiful dining spaces in West LA, and I'm definitely adding this spot to my list of favorite Santa Monica restaurants and heading back soon to try more of their dinner menu! read more

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Cobi's is such a gem if you're craving Thai/Malaysian/Southeast Asian flavors in a really cozy, pretty setting. The ambiance feels warm and intimate..perfect for a date night or a chill dinner with friends. Service was good throughout, and there's a small bar right when you walk in, which sets the vibe immediately. Parking: Mostly street meter parking in the area, so give yourself a few extra minutes. Drinks: We tried the Lychee Blossom and it was pretty good..light, refreshing, and easy to sip with the food. What we ordered: Starters * Kampachi -- this was the only thing I didn't like and wouldn't order again. The fish itself was fresh, but the sauce combo didn't work for me. It was a lemongrass coconut sauce, which was actually delicious on its own, but I felt like it didn't pair well with the fish. I would've preferred something more bright and citrusy with kampachi. * Curry puffs -- sooo good. Basically like a samosa, and they come with a dipping sauce that made them even better. Mains / Sides * Butter chicken -- delicious, comforting, flavorful. * Roti bread -- must get (especially if you're sharing). * Grilled prawns -- amazing, and the sauce was fantastic. We were dipping the roti in it... chef's kiss. * Nasi goreng -- delish. Basically a really good fried rice situation with tons of flavor. * Green papaya salad -- super refreshing and bright, a perfect balance with the richer dishes. Overall, everything was great minus the kampachi sauce pairing for me. I'd absolutely come back to try more of the menu (and next time, maybe even dessert). read more

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Perfectly delicious meal with the cutest vibes for a catch up with a friend. It does get quite busy and reservations are highly recommended! Got seated at the patio which had such a charming, cozy, and intimate vibe. We did the Chef's selection menu which is known to be "chefs choice, best of the best" and it truly lived up to it. If you're unsure of what to order or want to experience what the top favorites are would recommend going on the same journey I did. Loved the variety of food that we got to try which were all bursting with flavors. The drink options were fun as well and paired well with our food. The servers are all incredible with great attention to detail and friendliness. Such a wonderful dining experience! Parked at a nearby street meter parking which there's plenty of. Be mindful of the signs though as some are only for 15 minutes. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Absolutely worth the try! If you like Southeast Asian food (Thai, Vietnam etc) then you will love Cobi's. Street parking with meters available. Make sure you're reading the signs. Some are 3hr limit and others are 15 min limit. Dinner ambiance is intimate, lowlight candle vibes with a boutique feel. Very cute! Our server was Jip who immediately greeted us with a warm personality and got us to try all the yummy dishes they were known for. Shoutout to Cam and Jonathan who also helped us! The food is crazy good. You MUST try the Scallop in Half Shell (it comes 2 ways), the Kampachi (coconut lemongrassy sauce is divine), and the Grilled Prawns (get the 4pc option, you won't regret it). Can't go wrong with Butter Chicken which absolutely hit and a side of Rice & Roti. Their desserts are simple and sweet. We tried the soft serve, Thai boba pudding, and the strawberry shaved ice. The soft serve was the best :) Can't wait to come back and try more! Thanks Cobi's! read more

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Fantastic late-notice res dinner made the start of my work trip feel like a vacay. Cute building on the corner, nice decor, cozy, and so loud & lively it felt like a Friday. Glad I booked via Resy. Place was packed to the gills with a walk-in line outside. Food was great. Highly recommend getting an order of curry puffs (2) and and order of roti per person. Good mix of veg and non-veg options. Got the Beef Rendang and the Mister Dal. Both leaned salty, but undoubtedly flavorful. Went very well with the roti. Perfect amount of food to get two people full. The staff looked stretched pretty thin. After we got seated, we waited quite a while before we got our order taken and they basically didn't return til checkout. Understandable, but noticeable. 4/5, would return again next time I'm in the area. Had a good time, was very full, and glad I went Plenty of dessert spots around the block open late FYI. Gelato on every block. read more

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Everything at Cobi's is stellar from start to finish. The service is up there with the best I've ever had, the ambiance is perfect for a date night or family-style dinner with friends, and the food...don't even get me started! I've loved every single menu item I've tried here but the standouts are the Butter Chicken and Beef Short Rib. If you're not looking to splurge on the Short Rib, the Beef Rendang is great too. Or do what we did and get both! You can't go wrong here and I love that they pay attention to the details--every plate and bowl is unique, food is served in courses, the wallpaper and flower ceilings make a fun but sophisticated atmosphere. Cobi's is my new favorite restaurant in Santa Monica! read more

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I booked last minute reservations and ended up coming in at 8:15 pm. The restaurant was packed and made me glad I made a reservation, instead of walking up and hoping to get a table. We were seated inside, and though the room was nice I hope when I come again I'll get the patio! I went with a friend who I haven't seen in a while and we went a little overboard on the food, but I'm glad we got to try so many things! We got the curry puffs, beef rendang, butter chicken, and the dry aged branzino and the roti and rice as sides. Only took some of the butter chicken home and rice, so for two hungry individuals I think one app and two of the other mains was a good amount with the carb-y sides. I loved the curry puffs. Would pass on the butter chicken again, it wasn't bad but was definitely the most flat dish. The branzino was probably my favorite, the sauce was so bright it complemented the fish so beautifully I could probably eat it daily for the next year and still want more hahaha. The rendang was also delicious, the extra curry sauce it is served with made it a super close second to the branzino. Overall, between the attention of our waitress and the food and drinks (non-alcoholic fizzy bevs that were really tasty!) I would gladly come here again and am so glad I finally got to try! read more

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I was honestly delighted and so surprised by this adorable cozy restaurant. The hostess was inviting and the decor was absolutely charming. We started with the curry puffs, then tried shrimp and Na goreng rice dish as well. The roti and the chicken skewers were so sooo delicious! I could eat endless bowls of that bread! Overall we had a wonderful visit with excellent service! The food came out quickly and everything went smooth from start to finish. Thanks so much for a wonderful dining experience! read more

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AMAZING food & service! AND vegan options for the WIN(that aren't a salad lol) Samosas African Peanut Curry Hot sauces galore!!!!! Cheung Fun And of course the lychee Fizz non alcoholic ohhh and a dessert?! Yes!!! Strawberry Basil creammmmm yummmm! Jonathan * Alberto * Angela. read more

Cobi's - Lychee fizz & samosas - Indian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Friendly staff that walks you through the set menus and makes recommendations. Would highly recommend making a reservation as the line gets quite long even prior to open time. There are two different options if set menus, with completely different offerings. We decided to do a-la-carte as the set menu seemed to be very comprehensive with a lot of food items. Grilled prawns were an amazing starter - the prawns were super tender and flavored with the spices. My personal favorite was the Nasi Goreng, especially with its flavorful and crispy pork belly chunks. Highly recommend! read more

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Shared a VERY delicious meal here with some friends! Loved the lush decor inside, everything from the wallpaper to the light fixtures and tables and chairs made for such an intimate but welcoming, cozy vibe. The menu is more shareable and family style, but that way you can try a bit of everything. Honestly, it was all flavorful and well prepared, but if I went back and ordered again, the Beef Short Rib would be at the top of my list! Closely followed by the Butter Chicken and the Curry Puffs, I love a vegetarian option. Drinks-wise they had a couple of NA options, and the Lychee Fizz was a great counterbalance to all the savory food we ordered. The staff was really friendly, it was raining when we went and they had a place to stash umbrellas near the front door. Our waiter explained the menu to us and recommended his favorite dishes as well as what's most popular, and was very attentive throughout the meal, always making sure our cups and plates were filled. In terms of parking, there's metered street parking all over the area so it shouldn't be too hard to find. I would absolutely recommend coming out and trying Cobi's, and I'll be going back to try some other things on the menu next time! read more

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As soon as you walk in, the Ambiance is beautiful. Came here on a Saturday night and it was the perfect sit down dinner date. I don't think pictures online do it justice to actually how pretty it is in person. Food is phenomenal. I recommend the beef short rib. It is super tender and it goes great with the sauce they give on the side. The beef Rendang is spectacular, flavorful. We got rice to pair on the side with both of them, great addition. The food came out super quick and it tasted fresh, our server was always checking in on us and the chef is very kind. If you're looking for a good variety of Southeast Asian food, this is the place. Certain dishes can be more on the pricier side, but you are getting amazing quality for what you pay for. Very justified and would come again. I recommend it to others! read more

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I almost want to gatekeep this spot; but it's too good not to share. Cobi's blends Indonesian, Thai, and Indian flavors with bold, unique dishes. The space is effortlessly cute; beach cottagecore with florals, warm lighting, and a cute patio. Service is attentive and thoughtful, with great care for dietary needs and dish explanations. Perfect for a date night or intimate celebration, and ideal for family-style dining. read more

We got really lucky without reservations. Tim and I chilled at the bar after work while we waited for somebody to potentially cancel. Ate the roti with the butter chicken! Fire. Good fluff, good texture, and just crispy enough. Short ribs were incredible - I don't expect them to slap that hard. Fatty, tender, sweet, and salty. We were one of two tables that sat on the sidewalk. Ambiance is interesting - Rasta music playing with a south East Asian vibe. Dimly lit with warm lights. read more

Cobi's - Beef Short Rib, Roti, and Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Have been to this place many, many times and service is always wonderful as is the ambience. It always feels special to dine here! I love the butter chicken. I have a few food allergies (shellfish, chickpeas, eggplant) that make it a little challenging to navigate the menu but the servers are always helpful. This place has been in business and a SaMo fave for a long time and will continue to be, especially for a group. I took off one star because the last time I dined there, their health code rating dropped to a B and when we asked why, we could not get an answer. This is odd only because it's public information, so I looked it up later (cockroaches). Their score is still an 85 which is nothing to be concerned about. I'm sure they're anxious to get that updated! read more