Writing a review in remembrance of this wonderful wonderful place. I dream of your mushrooms all the time. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I like it, the atmosphere is wonderful, but it's very understaffed, and there was only one server, who was awesome, to handle the entire restaurant, including a big party in the back room. So, of course, there was no follow-up or getting more drinks, etc., because she was super busy handling the whole place by herself. She said that's how it is normally staffed. I suggest you know what you want, and if you want more than one drink, you might just order two because you'll likely not have a chance to order another. It happened to be happy hour. There were a few drink specials but nothing that was that great, same with the food choices. I had the Jonah's Burger. $18. Not on the HH menu. It came with a few bite-sized fried crispy potatoes, which were very good. They have a wood fire grill so I was expecting a wood-fired taste, but I didn't notice it. It was pretty good, but not remarkable...and if you don't have a big mouth, you'll not be able to get a good bite of all of it. My friend had the Peruvian Yellowtail Ceviche. $26.Not on the HH menu. He liked it, but didn't rave about it. It's about the size of a hockey puck. I'd say order something else. For dessert, we had a serving of berry pie ala mode. It was perfect! It was the perfect size for sharing. The one and only server was awesome. So all kinds of kudos to her. Still, I won't likely be back because having just one server took a lot away from the experience. They do have another person who brings out your food, so you don't have to wait too long once you order your food. Regarding parking, I'm not sure. We were lucky and found a meter right in front. Not sure if they have any parking other than street parking. It's a really cool place. If you don't mind waiting a while for service, you'll enjoy the atmosphere. read more

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My boyfriend and I came in just after 7 on a Friday night with no reservation. We were able to find free street parking just across the street on 25th. They had an open table in the bar area which is a bit tucked away from the normal section, but we were so happy we got sat there! We had such a fun time. Kate and Joe were the bartenders and our server. They were so so friendly, made great recommendations, and overall made our experience even better! The food was sooooo good. We started with the Mi Amor (Tuna Ceviche) which comes in the shape of a heart and was fresh, delicious, and flavorful. We shared the burger which my boyfriend loved but I thought was decent - it was not super big but for only $16 wasn't a bad deal. We also each got a King Wagyu taco which was like an elevated Taco Bell taco! Yummy and familiar - my boyfriend's favorite dish of the night. My personal favorite was the Chipotle Cream Corn - as an avid corn lover, I can easily say this is one of the best way's I've ever had it served and it a must order!!! Overall an absolutely lovely meal in a beautiful and fun environment! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - 2 King Wagyu tacos (top), CHIPOTLE CREAM CORN (bottom) - a must order!! - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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After a short meeting in Brentwood my friend and I came here for dinner. I had it saved in my bookmarks for a while now and finally got to try. Tuesday evening not too busy so we were seated right away. A very friendly hostess who was our waitress also. She went over the menu with us briefly so we have an idea what kind of food they serve. We orders the potatoes cooked in tallow, chipotle corn and the filet mignon lomo saltado. All so flavorful and delicious. We both enjoyed our meal very much. The cocktails looked so good so I'll have to come back and try one. A beautiful and delicious restaurant that will be added to my favorites. Nice ambiance, amazing customer service. read more

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I have had Jonah's bookmarked for some time, so when someone let me choose a dinner restaurant on the west side, I knew where to go. & Jonah's did not disappoint! The ambiance is vibey with moody lighting and boho accents throughout. The highlight was the octopus, but the chicken was delicious as well. Our server, Kayla, was the bomb! Super nice and attentive without feeling overbearing. I will be back! Parking can be tough since it's on Wilshire, not sure if they have valet or a designated lot since I got lucky and found a metered spot. Definitely take that into account when making a res! read more

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Belated 5-star review. My husband and I had many important celebrations here like our Valentine's Day , anniversary and our daughter first month celebration (my infant daughter had her own food). The food and ambiance and service are the best ! We moved to east coast last two years in NY area and tried to find anything similar to Caribbean food like Jonah's. We tried so many places in NYC and North Jersey but could not find anything close to John's. We finally moved back. Jonah's kitchen definitely is on our wish list on our flight back! So sad to find out it was closed.. read more

One of the best dinners I've had in a long time! We were a group of 4 and ordered the platter to sample a large amount. Our waitress recommended adding the chicken & we also added the shrimp. The k-town chicken was absolutely incredible! The char and the sauce were absolutely perfect. It was the star of the night and we were all shocked- chicken isn't usually the best thing. The platter was delicious and came with a variety of sauces that were all so fresh. The shrimp were almost like mini lobsters, they were delicious. We tried some of their specialty drinks and they were all amazing! We were too stuffed for dessert but definitely will need to try next time. read more

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Very good tacos and good portion for the price. I had the brisket tacos with rice and beans and it was very good! One of my new favorites places in the neighborhood. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Brisket tacos - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

My favorite Santa Monica restaurant!!! Great ambience and staff ... and amazing food. Whenever I bring a friend they rave about their meal. My go to is the Chicken Enchiladas...the crispy potatos are excellent app or snack. My only critique is the shortened hours (they used be open 1:00am, hopefully that'll return with Summer!). ...and the back area has a very cozy/rustic vibe with a small bar/lounge area & additional seating. Can't recommend enough for the entire dining experience! * honor your posted hours please ... 8:30 last call?! read more

I came here one evening for drinks and greatly enjoyed the cocktail I ordered! I don't remember the name, but it was garnished with fresh grapes and was so refreshing! The vibe was perfect - the back seating area was so cozy and I love that it had an open roof. The fact that they light the back room seemingly by candle after sunset was an incredible touch too. The music was on point the whole time and though it seemed busy it never felt too loud or like I had to scream to have conversation. I would have liked to check out more of the restaurant to give a better review. For drinks, it felt standard, but I would have liked to try their food options. I have a feeling I will definitely be back for a bite at another time. The service was really quick and the waiter was super accommodating and did a great job checking on my table. read more

Came for happy hour, stayed for this massive plate of delicious meat. This plate would be a vegan person's nightmare, but if you like meat, it was fantastic. They have great dipping sauces too! This spot is great. They make good cocktails. The bartenders are friendly. The bar is pretty small, so be warned, you might have to wait. They have a great outdoor spot that they can cover when it rains. The vibe here is awesome. Def going to be a new happy hour spot. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Argentine Asado Platter - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Bar tender was very nice, food was good drinks were great. Chill spot in the back bar area. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Happy hour tacos - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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This place is a whole vibe- a hidden gem on the westside and on the outskirts of Santa Monica. The cool thing is it isn't in the thick of chaos but is definitely in the mix (location wise). If you're looking for a chic date night not too pricey to break the bank- try this place out. If you want high quality food with sensational flavor check this place out! Back in the days (COVID) it was order at the counter (maybe not a popular opinion but I personally liked it- especially with large groups). But now it's dine in, hosted seated type of vibe. Jonah and his people definitely do their thing here! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - SHRIMP TACO - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Cozy, intimate setting. Friendly, warm, and quick service. Scrumptious, divine food. Jonah's Kitchen + Bar is very well deserving of 5 stars. Everything that we tried was phenomenal. If I had to pick two favorites, they'd be the Spanish Octopus and the Lomo Saltado. The octopus was spiced to perfection and so succulent. The fillet was tender, juicy and sauced perfectly. Everything else was authentic and delicious. This spot is unassumingly located on 26th and Wilshire. Easy to miss. But you should make an effort to get here for your next dinner out. You won't be sorry that you did! read more

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This is a cool spot with a good menu. They don't take reservations - we came on a Friday night around 7 and waited only about 10 mins at the bar. We were seated right next to the bar but I would love to sit in the main room next time as the decor is beautiful! Our server Stephanie was so sweet and helpful! We ordered the truffle tacos to start and they were really good. I got the wagu burger and it was cooked perfectly and the potatoes on the side were delicious! It is pretty loud inside but I loved the vibe and will definitely be back. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Truffle Tacos - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I've been here about 6 times now and I still feel so unsure about it. Some visits are fantastic and others not so much. I was originally invited here for a friend's birthday and their seating/dining setup has always been so chaotic. Originally they had QR codes and you could order your own meals and checkout via your phone, which was sooo nice. The very next visit about 2 weeks later, that was gone. When you walk in there is rarely someone to clearly let you know how seating and ordering work, especially after it's changed again. That would be very helpful. Also, seating can be extremely tight! Depending how they setup, you may literally need to walk around the entire front room just to go to the bathroom, when there would normally be a clear pathway. Kind of frustrating. For the food, I originally fell in love with their mussels and crispy potatoes - but the last 2 visits they've been luke warm or cool. For anyone who loves seafood, you know that's . Their flavors are amazing, so we keep trying! (Granted, one night the owner was kind enough to send us over a fresh order that was hot. It was appreciated.) The servers have generally been pleasant and helpful. Amin, their manager is probably a saving grace for this restaurant. He's SO personable, remembers guests when they come back, and is knowledgeable regarding the menu. We do wish the owner was just as personable, but if anyone in the restaurant is more "popular", he won't bother greeting you or seeing what you need. (He's usually always walking around the restaurant.) Overall, seating is tight, the food is okay, but the drinks are great. Note: there's metered parking all around the block. read more

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Five. Stars for the food four stars for the service, unfortunately. I really would've like to give him five stars but when you're paying a premium price for tacos and margaritas, you expect to at least get water when you sit down and not at the end of the meal and be acknowledged within at least 10 minutes of being seated. On top of that the hostess had an attitude that left much to be desired. Almost as if she was doing us a favor by seating us now onto the food. Being of Mexican decent with a 'mama' who made exceptional, Mexican and American food, I am always very critical of tacos, chips, salsa, and guacamole. I'm very very pleased to say they do all of these really really well. Brisket Taco Cochinita Pibil Taco Shrimp Acapulco Tomato salad The brisket is so flavorful and tender, the pork is also delicious and tender. The brisket taco was a surprise in that it has a crunchy shell, which is my absolute favorite, crunchy tacos. The shrimp Acapulco (basically a shrimp cocktail, Mexican style) was delicious. I wanted to drink the 'agua' that the tender shrimp and just ripe avocado and onion it was floating in. The small tostada chips tasted, homemade, and the green I'm guessing avocado salsa on the table was very tasty and not too spicy that you couldn't eat a lot of it Who knew a tomato salad could be so good. Very nice portion of a beautiful and perfectly ripe tomato. On top of a tostada chip was a nice starter. The Paloma cocktail was just as it was described on the menu. The place is small and not great for large groups, but perfect for 2 to 4 people. I recommend going to the back and sitting under a heat lamp. If it's chilly outside the back seating area is very well decorated. You feel as if you've been transported to an entirely different country. It really makes the eating experience That much better. Although the service was not great, Stephanie, our server was very pleasant, but with just one person taking orders, I'm sure that impacted her ability to be able to attend to our table in a timely manner. I will be coming back here. I'm always willing to give a place that has really good food another chance to redeem themselves when it's the service that is not five stars. Good job Chef Jonah! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Paloma - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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One star for tiki bar, and one star for the entertaining amusement of watching washed up celebrities chasing the young wannabe actors/actresses. Service was slow and apathetic, and the food was disappointing, and carelessly prepared. With regards to the Asado Platter, the spare ribs were tough and dried out, the steak was chewy and bland, the short ribs were smothered in salt and basically fat and burnt meat, plus bell peppers were all burned. As for the K-Town Chicken, they basically burned the heck out of it, and I had to argue with the staff for 15 minutes as to why it was inedible, plus the kimchee was horrible, and the gochujang sauce was utterly lacking in flavor, overall this was an insult to K-Town. It should be a crime what their kitchen does to what they call food. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Lemme start by saying.. This is a true 5 star experience..! The fact that this is a 4 average proves that you can't trust reviews.. the ambiance was a 10, the oysters were a 10, the octopus was a 10, the tacos were a 10, the drinks were a 10, the dessert was a 9.5 haha If you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s or a hip older couple, this is the place for a date night for you on the west side! So lucky we happened to stumble across this place read more

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Love Jonah's for Friday night date nights with my wife. We also bring our dog which is great. The food is so delicious and I love the Lomo Saltado. Meat and seafood choices are all good. Order the crispy potatoes as a side or app. Yummy. For dessert I really like their affogato. read more

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Food was amazing and we will be back very soon. Service was a little slow but other than that the atmosphere was awesome. read more

We came for happy hour 5-6:30pm. If you want full service, sit it in the back of the restaurant but if you're ok with self service you can order at the counter and sit in the front. 5:30ish is when they start having full service in the front. Ended up getting only drinks from happy hour menu. Food was great! The Saltado de camarones was so flavorful and the crispy potatoes were cooked perfectly! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Crispy potatoes - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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We KEEP coming back for the gochujang shrimp tacos and the crispy potatoes! Biggest tip: get here when they open to grab a good seat! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - GOCHUJANG shrimp tacos & CRISPY POTATOES - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Jonah's a great place for drinks and bites. They have a more traditional seating area in the front that has more of a mellow vibe. But head to the back and it'll be more of a tropical vibe packed with people. In the back is also a bar but after 8pm on popular nights, expect to be surrounded be lots of standing people. Drinks here ($17) are decent. Overall a cool place to hang. read more

Food and ambiance fantastic. Delicious seafood and drinks at a really really good price. Great place to catch up with friends. No space for a stroller or wheelchair. Our waiter was nice, but she kept messing things up. I also really hate the little machine that forces you tip on the spot with them holding the machine in your face. I enjoy tipping, but it's a tip, you should be able to give out of appreciation, not forced or embarrassed to do so. read more

Came here with my family about a week ago and we all enjoyed our meal. There is very limited parking in the back but it was still helpful as street parking isn't allowed on Wilshire blvd during certain hours. Upon entering we noticed it was quite loud and had more of a bar-vibe versus a restaurant. However that was the only minor complaint. We got seated immediately and were told a waiter would be there shortly. Our waiter came very fast and took our food/drink orders when we were ready. The food took a little while to come out but everything was cooked perfectly and tasted great. We tried several appetizers and entrees and each one left us wanting more. Glad I found this hidden gem. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Came here because I heard they have $1 oysters from 5-7pm on wednesdays! They also have happy hour from 5-6pm so decided to try both. The oysters are cheap and so big but honestly they weren't great? and I've never met an oyster I didn't like so that's saying a lot. We tried a lot from the happy hour menu. shrimp tacos with gochujang were really good! A bit spicy for me but still great. Next was the shrimp tostada, this was also really good can't go wrong. The yellowtail ceviche actually wasn't on happy hour, and kinda regret getting it because it wasn't the best :/ the sauce on it was very eh. Next was the wagyu crunchers which are just mini crunchy tacos with wagyu. They lacked a lot of flavor. Then we had beef brisket tacos which actually were amazing, the meat was so tender and tasty! We got a wagyu taco, which was not amazing. Lastly was the tostada nachos (which I actually didn't order but the waitress misheard me so we got them anyway) and it was good but nothing great. Unfortunately I would not be going back since everything was just kinda mid. read more

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Delicious food and cocktails delivered by a great team. We've return several times with the same results.

The food and drinks were delicious. The service was not the most efficient. So many good food options that I didn't know what to pick, but I settled on the Cioppino Yucatan. It was plenty of seafood and definitely with a kick to it. Pretty easy street parking. read more

Didn't snag pictures this time around, was too busy enjoying the live music and the food! Stopped by on a Thursday night, and got a table in the back for 5. We ended up ordering the Lomo Saltado which was incredible and our friend raved about the Vegan King tacos. Just an overall great experience, can't wait to come back and try the K-Town Chicken! Highly recommend! read more

Such a great place to have brunch with friends! The vibe is so cool especially in the backyard, the food is also great. We ordered avocado toast, salad, burger and waffle. The bartender is lovely and makes great cocktails too! I had a spicy margarita which would definitely order again! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This is a great spot for Happy Hour! The back patio is also a cute space tucked right behind the restaurant. Everything we ordered was good, especially the crispy potatoes. Servers are also fun and friendly! read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Albacore truffle tacos - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Amazing food. I had the mussels, the rib eye steak and a side of the creamy corn. It was all so good. The steak was tender and easy to eat. The mussels were flavorful and delicious and same with the corn. The service was great. Their desert was mostly sold out and the only thing they had left was the peach cobbler which is not my favorite but is not a deal breaker. It was overall very wonderful. read more

Found this place on a whim while I was scrolling through Instagram. I am so glad I did! I invited my friend and his girlfriend out to lunch and had a blast. This place is self service, so you order and take a number. Food was brought out to us quickly! We ordered the Gochujang Schrimp, Black Angus Brisket, and King Wagyu tacos. They were delicious. The shrimp was fresh and served with red cabbage. Brisket came with a yummy cheese, tomatoes, and avocado sauce. Such a beautiful mixture of flavors! The wagyu was also yummy. Lettuce was FRESH. Rice and beans were okay. I prefer refried, but each his own. I consider these gourmet. They are not street tacos (I like them all). If you're in LA, you MUST stop by. Decor was tropical and so beautiful. I loved the white candle altar you'll see as you come in. I'm super spiritual so seeing this made my heart warm. read more

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Came here for happy hour but stayed for dinner. The ambiance was very eclectic, with latin, mexican, nautical, and Turkish decor. The food was v good. definitely get the brisket taco, wagyu taco was pretty tasty, the ribs with that insane bbq sauce (bright, sweet, tangy, smokey and a lingering spice kick). Mushrooms were fine, but the crispy-edge truffle potatoes with that tangy ranch sauce, *chefs kiss* Strawberry mezcal cocktail - was very smokey, fruity and balanced. Also the one with passionfruit was very fragrant and delicious. Will go back again. read more

This place is sooooooooo good. Not only that but Jonah's kitchen is also a super cute restaurant too with a good date vibe and plenty of people watching opportunities (you might even spot an actor/actress that you don't remember the name of). The Surf n turf is great and the peach cobbler with custard and raspberry compote is to die for. My mind was blown and I'm still picking up the pieces. The salt and pepper ribs are excellent! Super tender and flavorful. They look like any ole ribs but def recommended. Very tasty! The only thing that was just so so was the shrimp. It wasn't the garlic shrimp. I wanna say it was a lomo saltado shrimp if that's a thing? It had sauteed onion, bell peppers, scallions, and cilantro. My cousin raved about the pulled pork sandwich. Roasted veggies and mixed greens salad and potatoes were all yummy too. Everyone especially loved the roasted veggies. There was also pickled veggies which nobody was that into. Def looking forward to getting food from here again! read more

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This is a cute spot in Santa Monica that we walk to. The wood fired ovens fill the air with barbecue. We ordered a Cabernet Savignon, Justin, for $80. A bit of a markup, but we enjoyed it. We shared the Beef Tallow Potatoes, and we ordered lamb chops, medium rare, but I should've asked for rare. My fault. My friend ordered the brisket, and it was to die for melt in your mouth fabulous. Our waitress was perfect - not overbearing but available when necessary, and she shared great suggestions. We will be definitely be back. read more

Came here for happy hour and although the menu is small the portions are sizeable! Definitely get the ceviche and the crispy wagyu tacos. The interior is decorated to look and feel very relaxed and almost tropical which made me feel like I wasn't in LA at all! Service was great! Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. read more

Jonah's Kitchen + Bar - Aquachile Ceviche, KING WAGYU TACO, COCHINITA PIBIL TACO, tostadas - Latin American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Was so looking forward to trying this place it's a glorified Mexican restaurant service is terrible and food was meh. Wouldn't go back and can't comfortably recommend it to anyone read more

Second time that I have made the drive during "business hours" and they were closed. Such a waste of time and gas. Will not be returning. UPDATE YOUR BUSINESS HOURS read more