I recently rediscovered this place, and it's by far my favorite breakfast spot in Santa Monica…read more The wait staff is friendly and attentive, and there's both indoor and outdoor seating. The back patio is especially lovely; modern yet cozy, with thoughtful decor. The food blends California-fresh ingredients with Turkish and Middle Eastern flair. I especially enjoy the zucchini fritters and sausage patties, and the chicken mango salad is excellent as well. The drink menu is equally fun, with a unique variety of milks like pistachio and walnut, paired with creative beverage options. Weekdays are definitely easier since it's less crowded, but the food is consistently great no matter when you go.

Blue daisy exemplifies an aesthetic, overpriced, and mediocre at best brunch experience. I came on…read morea Sunday around 12 and was seated right away. I was seated outside with a view of a busy road intersection, which made for nice people watching. The menu didn't have any stand-out dishes that you couldn't find at any other brunch place and there were barely any savory vegetarian options. I went with the Napa scramble. The scramble itself was very heavy on the spinach and light on the sun-dried tomatoes, which made for a not great texture and duller flavor. I did appreciate the bites with the creamy, tangy goat cheese. The toast was just ok and the strawberry jam it came with was very runny. I did enjoy the fresh greens on the side that were lightly dressed.

Best brunch ever. The menu is full of delicious and new combinations of foods such as the moffle (a…read moremochi waffle with raspberry and Brie and the the soufflegg skillet gardena was exceptional. the millionaire bacon is a must try too! Gluten free, and vegetarian options a plenty, too. the good food was matched by the great energy of the staff. Kate is a magical unicorn who has a bright smile and wonderful knowledge of the menu and the Santa Monica neighborhood. Thank you and please open one in Santa Clarita, CA!

I wish I could give Sweet Maple more than 5 stars. The…read moreservice is impeccable. We came here for breakfast. The 2 eggs with millionaire bacon was so good. The house coffee amazing. Our cups were never empty. We were celebrating a birthday and it felt like ALL the staff came out to sing. It was very special. The restaurant is really nice. Loved the decor. A patron for life.

Santa Monica Marmalade Cafe is a 'small neighborhood' size restaurant. We came in on a Tuesday…read moreevening in time for 3-6pm Happy Hour and were warmly welcomed by the lone front person. (Host, server, bartender, etc.). We started with a HH margarita, sliders, and fried calamari. I was pleasantly surprised by the HH serving size. For our main dinner we ordered spaghetti and meatballs and garlic shrimp linguine. Both pasta dishes were generously sized and delicious. Although there was only one person running the restaurant, we were well attended. Parking in Santa Monica is always challenging. We lucked out with metered street in front. Totally set the positive vibes to our dinner.

TLDR: Price to Quality, there are better options in Santa Monica…read more I ordered the Korean fried chicken bites, chorizo Benedict, and some coffee Coffee was okay but not great. A little on the watery side. Chicken bites came out in about 15 minutes. The coating had a very satisfying crunch, very saucy, but fell off the chicken easily and was a bit salty. This is a messy dish for sure. You will get your hands dirty! Chorizo Benedict came out about 30 minutes after order. Not great honestly. Portion size was generous. The eggs were poached decently, still runny, but the chorizo itself was bland and rather dry. The potatoes were room temperature. The bread a bit too chewy. Not AT ALL spicy. Super light on the pico de gallo. The service was rather slow for not being very busy. They didn't appear to be understaffed either. The location itself is cozy and not too loud, which is nice! Short walk from down town. The staff was kind, but boy were they slow. From being seated to paying for my meal was well over an hour! Automatic 2.5% "service fee" total was $46.50 before tip. I don't think I'll be returning unfortunately. The search for a good Benedict in LA area continues!

Always a hit. The apple griddle cakes are the star crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and…read moreinsanely good with the maple butter. Everything tastes super fresh and made with care. The menu is simple but dialed in, the portions are just right, and the service is quick even when it's busy. Perfect spot for a satisfying, no-frills breakfast that still feels special.

I visited this breakfast cafe for the first time recently and had a mixed experience. The food…read moreitself was genuinely good -- I enjoyed what I ordered and would have happily returned if not for the service. Unfortunately, the host at the register, Denae, was extremely unpleasant. When I politely asked for eating utensils, she practically snarled at me. It was off-putting and made the whole visit feel unwelcome. As a first-time customer, that kind of attitude at the front of the house really stands out, and not in a good way. I don't expect perfection, but basic courtesy costs nothing. Good food can't make up for rude service that leaves a bad taste. I won't be returning.

Had a great time. We got the lasagna and it was delicious. Nike was our server and he was awesome…read more He was so kind and brought the energy.

Came here just looking for some lasagna and was far from disappointed, the Lasagna was amazing and…read moreso was the meatballs and Farrier wine. The service from Rico was also phenomenal. Definitely recommend checking this place out!

I was strolling the promenade and wanted to try an unfamiliar coffee shop. I opened my Yelp app to…read moresee what coffee shops were walking distance and that's how I learned of Interstellar. It's a quaint cafe that blends hard industrial materials with lush greenery and easy lighting. I'm a plant lover so the trailing pothos vines wrapped around the ceiling above the counter instantly caught my attention. The space is edgy without feeling harsh, and on a Saturday morning it was peaceful and not overcrowded. With so many live plants, the space feels calm and grounding. I ordered the Orange + Maple latte with oat milk ---- a signature drink made with maple syrup, orange extract, and cocoa powder. The flavors are subtle and do not overwhelm the espresso. Overall, the vibe and espresso were perfect. I will definitely be back.

Quick coffee fix. I got myself a mocha latte and garlic Parmesan fries to go. Easy to order with…read moreattentive host taking the order in the early morning Sunday. It's a little dark inside but hence the interstellar vibe. I did see the waffles and other food items priced mid 25-30s. Looks delicious and will have to try another time. Street Parking is around the corner.

Top notch stay! If you have the Amex aspire, this is a great way to redeem your free cert and if…read moreyou have points definitely use them! Our weekend stay would have been right around 3k. 0.00 with Amex free night stay plus points. What a deal! Not only that, we were upgrade to a quiet. Room 315. I suggest getting that room if you can. Great spacious room, with Amazing decor, great books, comfy beds and cold ax. What else could you ask for ? Tiramisu when you arrive? Yup, they did that too. Nestor and Josh are top notch professionals. They are doing a great job taking care of clients here. Everything was top notch. Very attentive and accommodating. Not sure how this place gets bad reviews. We really enjoyed our stay and will come back soon! Great property! 5 star experience!

We had an amazing stay at the Oceana. The room was thoughtfully designed and well-appointed,…read morefeaturing convenient in-room technology that made the stay effortless, including an iPad for controlling lighting and temperature. The staff were very courteous and helpful. When our Uber was on the wrong side of the building to pick us up, one of the valets ran around the building and directed the driver to where we were standing. Anytime I'm back in LA. I will stay at this hotel.

I love Flapjax! Vast menu for breakfast and lunch! My friend enjoyed her huevos ranchero served…read moreinside a crispy taco shell. I loved my Grain Bowl, the crispy garbanzo beans, farro and veggies all mixed together! Yum! I ordered a Red chicken Curry Bowl To Go which my husband loved! The staff here work hard and work well together. There is a back patio that allows dogs, but there are a few stairs in the patio. Indoors there are no stairs and easily accessible by wheelchair. They also have a reasonable side menu for under $11, rice and noodle bowls and smash burgers and fries! Go for it!!

When looking for a brunch spot in West LA Flapjax should be on the top of your list! From the fresh…read moresqueezed lemonade, to the home potatoes, to the speciality pancakes, Flapjax has everything to satisfy your sweet and savory needs! The seating is organized well l, but try to sit on the patio outside. The staff is always friendly and welcoming!

Extremely pricey, food is well worth it. Those crispy potatoes are to DIE for and the watermelon…read moremargs, so good. Service extremely fast, friendly and just really hustles hard. Ambiance was superb. This was one of my favorite places! The breakfast burrito was our fav! Top knotch!!

Oh my gosh! This place is absolutely wonderful! It's located in the hotel and we got reservations…read morebut there was a line for walk ins before 5. This place is charming and we got sat indoors overlooking the pool. It really felt like I was in another city somewhere. The servers and hosts were very attentive and very helpful answering any questions. Everything everyone ate look absolutely fantastic. Drinks: sunset spritz was a wonderful spin on the classic aperol but it had Vodka in it so it gave it an extra kick, but did not taste boozy. I also had the cucumber marg and our server asked me if I would like some Jalapeno slices in it and it really elevated the whole experience. Apps: the PEI mussels were beautifully arranged and the curry sauce that it in was very flavorful. I highly recommend this as a starter. The steak tartar was a whole show, the server walked out with a glass case that was ultra smoky, which they opened in front of you. It was a dinner and a show!! The tartar was very delicious. If you're a tartar fan, you have to get this. Wedge salad deserves it's only paragraph! It was huge, the pecans were a nice touch. I am not a fan of blue cheese dressing but it was not at all over powering. It was absolutely incredible. Mains: we ordered the branzino and these short ribs and both were cooked to perfection. The branzino had a perfect char to the skin and the server recommended the short ribs with mashed potatoes versus what it comes with which was shave carrots. The majority of the food and drinks were on special that ended 6 p m. If you do go I highly recommend going before 6. You can also valet your car and it's also discounted if you're there 2 hours or less. I will absolutely be coming back for happy hour again. Maybe even brunch!

I first discovered this café at their Malibu location and instantly fell in love -- the coffee, the…read moresandwiches, the macarons... pure joy. I was so happy to find out there's one close to home in Santa Monica. It took me a while to finally stop by, but when I did -- same feeling all over again. Everything is consistently delicious and beautifully done. Truly one of my favorite spots.

Really cute! But it's not really full service. You order inside, find a seat, and they'll bus the…read morefood to you. You do have to pick up drinks yourself. Seating is also mostly outside. There are a few indoor seats, but very few. Also not all outdoor seating is equal, some of the tables are lopsided. So you want to be on the deck and not on the grass. We ordered Eggs Up (scrambled eggs, bacon, sourdough, butter and jam) and Quiche Lorraine (eggs, bacon, onions, gruyere). We also got the Yuzu Matcha Lemonade. We spent ~$40 for brunch. Overall, food was fine - not super memorable. It's probably a good place to stop if you're shopping but not really a brunch destination.