My friends and I went here for a late night bar session, and we are amazed that it was so packed…read more There is a long line out the door. The decor inside was pretty modern. And the people inside were very nice. It didn't feel too pretentious vibe. The staff were very friendly. There was one off experience with one of the bartenders, but it was a good place to hang out and end of the night.

FUN new bar on Abbott Kinney!! I love this place, it's indoor and outdoor and the pizza is…read moredelicious but the drinks are better! The service on the other hand is mid - the staff seem a little arrogant and somewhat helpful. It seems like they're trying to be Vanderpump bartenders? But I do think trying this place out is worth it

The best place to have coffee and do some work, also to have pizza and wine. The staff is very…read morekind, and polite. Zoe, Ethan, Ryan, and Dashell helped me out today and they're always going out of their way to be thoughtful, professional, and warm. The place has a nice vibe, and the food/coffee but especially the staff/ people working here make it exceptional. Highly recommend.

Ran in quickly to grab a coffee and pastry. Parking isn't easy to find. After driving around,…read moreluckily, found a metered spot a couple of blocks away. I like to try a business's speciality menu items when I try a new spot to me. I ordered the iced churro latte. It was okay but the shots of espresso in it were faint. The overall flavor of the churro latte was sweet milk with cinnamon. I should have gone with my first choice of a pastry and ordered one of the croissants, but changed my mind at the last second and ordered a scone. I love scones but this one was lacking flavor. I would order differently the next time. Staff was subdued but kind. The majority of customers were working on their laptops and/or having meetings. There was a fun playlist in the background which gave the place a vibe. I imagine it's a happenin' and fun spot to enjoy a glass of wine with friends at five o' clock.

Long time visitor, first time reviewing. I love Dudley Market. It's such a perfect spot in Venice,…read moreslightly hidden off the boardwalk. The restaurant is always consistent, always packed. They don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait. There's a few bars nearby if you're waiting. Once you're able to sit down, you'll find a cute wine bar with amazing food that doesn't disappoint. Don't skip the fries. They're some of the best things I've eaten. I dream about those fries. The Peruvian scallops are dreamy. Very light, very refreshing. The same can be said about the cucumber salad. The standout of the evening was by far the burger. I've been to Dudley Market a handful of times, and I'd yet to try it. I'm so glad that I did. It was probably one of the best burgers I've ever had before. I highly recommend ordering this. Overall, Dudley Market is a fantastic restaurant in Venice Beach and I hope it stays our neighborhood spot for a long time.

So supposedly they don't take reservations during peak dinner period but we met someone that had a…read morereservation so if you do walk up like we did before prepared to wait. We waited about an hour. The food was delicious though. Almost every item we got was a hit, but the sweet potato dish was a hit and the burger was as advertised. Would recommend going again but maybe not with the wait. The restaurant is tucked away from the boardwalk but it's pretty lively inside and maybe during the warmer months they spill out into the street.

What a pleasant surprise to have found this beautiful gem in Venice!!! We walked in on a Saturday…read moreafternoon and the front of the restaurant was empty so I was skeptical. The food and the ambience in the back patio definitely surprised us!! Everything was amazing but the highlights are definitely the spicy feta dip, the chicken skewers, and the grilled squid. The iced tea was also perfect and so refreshing for a hot day! The back patio is so calm and vibey. I'd definitely come for food and bring a book to read or hang out. Such a beautiful and welcoming environment. Can't say enough good things about this place. So impressed!!

We were having an absolutely incredible night here--the atmosphere on Abbot Kinney is great, and…read morethe overall experience was fantastic until the bill arrived. Without any warning or clear disclosure on the menu, a 4.7% service charge was tacked onto our final check. Under California law (SB 1524), restaurants are required to clearly and conspicuously disclose these types of fees before you order. Sneaking it in at the very end feels completely deceptive and instantly put a damper on what should have been a great memory. I'd love to come back for the food, but I won't support businesses that rely on sneaky billing traps. Check your receipts closely before you pay!

Attempted to go today for happy hour (5-8 pm) however once we arrived they stated they didn't open…read moreuntil 10pm

Pretty cool spot to have a yummy drink. Good menu looks pretty solid. I had the pleasure of being…read morerecommended a Piña Peño ‍ it was delicious! The atmosphere is beautiful, little fire pit and low lit area outside was nice. Can't wait to go back and enjoy downstairs. Staff was nice and I can't thank my server enough for telling me about happy hour!

Anniversary choice? Yes!…read more The online pics didn't do justice to how intimate and special it can feel. If you choose to sit inside, it is really intimate/romantic. Small space with others close by but they manage to make it feel intimate somehow. Anywho - we didn't chose that option! We sat outside in the covid created sidewalk space. It wasn't as intimate but we love it outside and with the heater on, I was perfectly comfy! Didn't take pics. There are already tons, and I would've be able to get a better shot. But let me tell you what we had and LOVED all of it: - Deviled eggs - favored with olive. Very tasty. - Papas - the hot sauce and aoili made this delicious! - A creamy goat cheese, fig and honey tostado - short rib on small piece of polenta. Fantastic! - Mac and cheese. Divine! I'll be thinking about this for a loooong time! The machego cheese takes it to next level. The pasta - not like any macaroni I've ever seen, was delightful to eat. - Octopus. This was our "wild side" order, because hubby has been disappointed by octopus in the past because it's been cooked until tough. But we took a chance, closing out our meal on this dish, and man we were so glad we did! It's chargrilled, has a bit of smokiness to it, sitting in a lot of drawn butter. It's like a scallop but with more chew to it. It was delicious! The only not so big disappointment was that the reservation site asks if it's a special occasion. So I selected anniversary. But apparently, the staff don't read that I go because no mention was made of our anniversary. I wouldn't have cared except that they asked in advance, so I thought there would be some acknowledgment or maybe a dessert. Wrong! lol! Still, very memorable meal with friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful servers who went out of their way to find a working heater for my table.

We were in the area and decided to find a good happy hour spot. We found Manchego on yelp and they…read morehad some good deals plus they had an outdoor patio for our pup to join us. Parking was easy, you can find metered parking on the street or if you drive around to the back of the restaurant there was a parking lot (paid). The ambiance of the restaurant was nice, the outdoor patio in the front of the restaurant was quaint - plenty of umbrellas and quite spacious. The happy hour menu had some great deals - $9-$15 which a lot less then their regular dinner prices. You can find their happy hour menu on their website. We tried the spicy garlic shrimp which was our favorite. Our second fave was the mac & cheese (manchego). Delicious! Our least favorite was the tortilla espanola. Wine was $9. The staff was super friendly and their happy hour was pretty busy. Once it started getting busy, everything took a long time so I suggest you try to get their early and order everything up front (rather then a dish here and there). But it's a great place and we'd love to head back to try their paella.

Happy hour from 5-7! Paid metered parking in the area ends at 6pm…read more Sardine plate was good, but could use more bread/crackers to go with it. Skin contact wine was also nice. Outdoor and indoor seating, but both are pretty limited. There are outlets at the bar seating -- some people had laptops setup and were working.

Such a nice small little wine bar in Santa Monica. It's such a convenient location for me and I…read morenever struggle to find street parking. I love going here during the happy hour (5-7 I believe) and trying their natural wines. I always try a chilled red or an orange wine. Workers here are super friendly and you can just order at the bar. Menu isn't super large and there are some bites you can order, but I'm just here for the natty wine. There's indoor and outdoor seating, so it's really nice sitting outside when it's warm. Definitely recommend this spot for a chill hang out!

food was really good! service was super welcoming and environments is chill, Melanie is the best…read moreserver!!

Absolutely cuckoo about Coucou!…read more Stopped by this hidden gem, upscale vintage diner for their famous Happy Hour (5-6 PM everyday), and it was absolutely a blast! You can get any 3 items on their happy hour menu for $33, including an impressive selection of their cocktail and appetizer menu. Our waitress recommended the zucchini beignets, which were so unique and reminded me of a zucchini-based falafel. From the happy hour menu, we also got the oysters, which were so FRESH and delicately sweet, and the shrimp cocktail, which came with 4 jumbo grilled shrimp and a unique aioli. We also opted for their iconic soft serve, which consists of a simple, milk-based ice cream, and chocolate, nuts, and blackberry sauce that you pour over, and this was easily one of the BEST desserts I've had lately! Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Santa Monica area, and checking out their amazing happy hour specials!

My friend and I had a lovely Italian dining experience here. We noticed during our meal that quite…read morea few diners appeared to be regulars, which is always a good sign. The restaurant is on the more upscale/old school side with white tablecloths and professional, attentive waiters. They also have an open kitchen where you can see the chefs hard at work. We split a pizza and a pasta and when paired with their wonderful complimentary bread to start, we ended up with a bit of leftovers. For the pizza, we ordered the Stracciatella Pizza off of their specials menu and it was so good. The bottom was nice and crispy and there was the perfect ratio of toppings to crust to sauce. Our other dish was the Penne Al Salmone, penne pasta tossed with diced ora king salmon, scallions, green beans, radicchio and diced tomatoes in a cream sauce. Again, each element of the dish perfectly complimented the other and we really enjoyed all of the flavors.

We chose La Vecchia Cucina for an early Saturday dinner based on recommendations. I found a…read moreparking space easily in the Santa Monica car park behind the restaurant. With a reservation, our table for four was ready when we arrived. The food was very good, as was the service. This is a classic bar restaurant layout with the bar extending about two-thirds of the side wall. The kitchen is open to the dining room.

My sister-in-law, Alexa M, took me here to VBW for a glass of wine before our dinner reservation on…read morea Sunday evening and it was great! We sat outside and enjoyed our wine and conversation while people watching, which was quite entertaining. Simone was our server and was helpful with some of our questions and supported our decision to go for a 1/2 bottle of Sancerre, which was delicious. We didn't order any food during this visit, but I would absolutely return to try some of the food (and more of the wine) menu in the future!

We love this place! We've been coming here for at least 8 years and it's always such an enjoyable…read moresit. Great wines, wonderful staff, the owner Norma is a gem and the food is solid! Lambwich for the win! It's a small outdoor patio and everyone sits close with tiny tables. It's romantic, relaxed, and great for 2- 4 max but not meant for groups or a party vibe.