We had such a wonderful! Nike was absolutely amazing -- so kind, attentive, and welcoming. He made…read moreus feel very special and made our celebration even more memorable. Wonderful service and a beautiful experience. Thank you, Nike! We will be back! Definitely ask for him if you come here, especially for Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas and music!!!

Very nice place had a drink at the bar excellent martinis very friendly service…read more Grilled ribeye was delicious and we had it sliced by the chef friendly service again definitely would come back The desserts - medium extensive dessert menu and we're having the Camila cake looks very good

Satdha is one of the best Thai restaurants in LA, and it just happens to be plant based…read more The chef is a genius, transforming commonplace ingredients and textures into works of art. Some of the dishes like beet dyed noodles take 3 days to prep. We must've had 20+ meals and not a single one was disappointing. The prices are representative of Santa Monica and cost of living allowance for staff. My 2 favorites are Khao suey and beet dyed noodles. Both have so much flavor that will blow your socks off. Tip: Park for free in their parking lot which they share with their sister Thai massage place. Tip: Since many dishes are plant based interpretations of classic Thai dishes, take some time to understand the menu, to avoid disappointment.

I feel bad giving 3 stars, because I seem to be in the minority here but as a vegetarian that…read moreappreciates good zesty food and good-decent prices, I must be honest. Pros: + Good service + Clean place + Lots of vegetarian and vegan options + The Thai Fried Chicken was delicious and balanced! + Food presentation was excellent Cons: - Food was dry. - The Endive Cups were dense and needed some sauce. - The Mung Bean Croquette - although not bad - felt more like a fast food item; it too was dry and although the sauce and presentation were nice, it's not something to re-order. - The Meang Kham wasn't bad either, I appreciated the different flavors but for the price - as an appetizer - no. - The biggest negative were the prices. They were set as upscale, and fine dining, but the place was just average and the foods - at least what we ordered - not that good. Granted there were many options and the others might have been better, but I get the feeling this place is more about the food presentation rather than the quality of the food focused. For ~$100 (3 appetizers and 1 main entree) I left somewhat hungry. I feel there are hole-in-the wall vegan/vegetarian places that would be much better. It's a nice place but it's more show than substance (given the costs). 3.5/5

Delicious experience at Tu Madre Santa Monica! Tacos were fresh and unique with lots of flavor and…read moreMadres margarita flight with sparkles was a fun touch. Restaurant itself is beautiful and the back patio is perfect for summer. Highly recommend!

Went with tu madre catering over erewhon and glad I did. Saved money and the quality was excellent…read more Highly recommend!

This place definitely earns the ratings it has gotten…read more We ordered the Seoul Bowl, Po Boy Sandwich, Sunset Smoothie and a side of Grilled Organic Tempeh. Everything was fresh, good portions and most importantly actually flavorful. The Seoul Bowl was the healthier option and still had plenty of flavor. The Po Boy sandwich was my fav.. not exactly "health food" but not overly heavy either. Just the right balance. I had never tried pea protein shrimp before so I was a little skeptical but it was surprisingly delicious and worked really well in the sandwich. We both like our food spicy and they were great about customizing it for us. They added jalapeños to my sandwich and gave us spicy mayo on the side which pretty much made the meal perfect for our taste. The grilled organic tempeh was the only thing I personally found a little bland but my wife really liked it so probably more of a preference thing than an issue with the dish. The Sunset Smoothie was thick, tasted great and was a very good portion. Yes, prices are definitely on the higher side but unlike some other places in the area where you pay premium prices and leave wondering why, here the portions and especially the quality made it worth it. We would definitely come back.

Been wanting to check out Variable Cafe for so long! Was extra excited to see the Yelp Top places…read moreto eat trophy at their counter :) Out of everything I tried, the coconut shrimp was supreme. Second fave was the drunk cauliflower. And then the tikka masala. The Tikka was still good but maybe not exactly what I was expecting - very veggie heavy plate. They have so many more items on their menu I'd love to try. Oh and the teas come in a really cute beaker setup, and they can make to your desired sweetness. It's a cute little spot, space is clean, and they have a bathroom for customers. There's a small parking lot in the shopping center where you can park for free too, yay!

Restaurant connected to a hotel in Santa Monica. They specialize in Mexican food here but the vibe…read moreis a more modernized/ California inspired version on Mexican food (vs. a lot of hole in the wall type taquerias you find throughout the city. The space itself feels modernized as well - it's bright and airy with seats around the bar area as well as tables throughout. The food here is fresh and beautifully presented and in terms of pricing, the menu feels more than reasonable. I came in right around opening on a Saturday and got a seat right away at the bar. it wasn't that busy so the place was very chill. I was greeted and helped by the friendliest people from the hostess to the bartender. I was reminiscing with the bartender because part of the reason I've been wanting to come here is that I actually volunteered for a charity event for years that the chef - Susan Feniger is a huge part of. I really wanted to try their jackfruit tinga tacos (which are 100% vegan for those who care). I'm personally not vegan, but I thought these were very delicious with elements that gave the dish texture and made the flavors pop. I also loved the house made pickles that came with the dish. Although it was early in the day, I had to order a michelada. And it is really delicious here! To end the meal, I also got the dessert empanada (a la mode). The cheese and guava went so well together and the vanilla ice cream just made it all that much better. I came here expecting to like this place, but left loving it. Such a great experience. Since it was earlier on a Saturday, there was plenty of metered street parking nearby.

I decided to go here on a whim since my doctor at UCLA is close by and have driven past this place…read morenumerous times. This upscale Mexican restaurant has a cool modern vibe. It is quite small though, since it's located near the corner bottom floor of a business building. Food was very good. We had scallop ceviche and fish ceviche for starters. Seafood tasted fresh and clean and had great citrus flavors. Fish ceviche had a bit of a kick and spice to it, so it's not ideal for someone who has acid reflux. For entree, I had the grilled carne asada steak, and it was delicious. It was cooked just right and had great seasonings. My only callout was that it lacked salt. I also really liked that the side beans had pork in it, so it's not the typical regular beans. Service was very friendly and attentive and orders came out at a good pace. Keep in mind, this is more upscale Mexican cuisine so portions might be smaller and pricing will be higher. I will definitely come back next time I'm in the area.

Very kind employees. Not overpriced too badly and easy parking. The salads were fantastic, and I…read moreenjoyed the different drinks.

I love their salads but this location is always so slow. They always have one…read morePerson making salads for everyone waiting in line and one person just sitting around the register not even trying to be helpful. I have come several times and it happens with different employees. Not sure if it's the policy but maybe three people on the shift would be more helpful

Came across this place on line and it sounded interesting. It's vegetarian and they are open for…read morebreakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh organic cold-pressed juices and a full bar. I went with the Butcher's mushroom, quinoa & beet burger. And it didn't disappoint. They do serve an Impossible Burger, but I would recommend the beet burger. Easily one of the best vegetarian burgers I've ever had. And they don't skimp on the size. Got the special sauce on the side just in case I didn't like it. It was so good that I was dipping my potatoes in it. I will definitely go back and try the breakfast.

I didn't like my dish, it had too many competing flavors and was too strongly seasoned…read more I saw wait staff leave the bathroom and probably not wash their hands. And then there was poop toilet paper in the bathroom trash can. It was noticeable because it was filed to the top and was facing upwards. Both single stalls were occupied for 8 minutes. Making it seem like it impossible to wash my hands. My cloth napkin at the table had a brown stain on it. After seeing poop I couldn't stop thinking about poop. The food is over priced the dishes are no big deal. I would not return again. I liked the outdoor patio.

I drove from SGV all the way to SaMo to meet with friends for dinner. I haven't been to this area…read morein almost a decade, so it was a nice refresher to get away from the suburbs. A friend recommended this spot since she works nearby and speaks highly about the queso. A reservation was made for the four of us. It wasn't busy when we arrived, but service was amazing. Staff here are very attentive and patient with us because of how much yapping we were doing. Chips came with complimentary salsa and refried beans. It was delicious. We ordered queso for all to share and it was superb! Then came our entrees. I went and got the carnitas and it was a lot. I couldnt event finish it! It came with other stuff like rice, beans, and tortillas, so you will get stuffed. We ended the night with some churros and it was great. Splendid place overall! This is within walking distance from the pier. I was able to find street parking along Main near the park. I can see myself returning.

I stopped in for lunch on a Tuesday expecting it to be a little busier, but it was surprisingly…read morequiet. With only two people manning the floor, I honestly wasn't expecting the level of service I received, but both people were incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure I was comfortable. They even made sure I was set up with a spot to charge my laptop while I ate, which was such a thoughtful touch. My server, Felix, was fantastic. His recommendations for both food and drinks were spot-on, and everything I tried absolutely blew me away with how flavorful it was. I started with the mixed ceviche, and the taste and textures were on point. No fishiness whatsoever, just incredibly fresh, bright, flavorful seafood. I also ordered another mini steak appetizer that I could have eaten about five more servings of. The steaks were marinated in a tamarind sauce and cooked to perfection. Seriously, I wish I could have eaten more but I was on a tight timeline (which Felix paid extra attention to and made sure to get me out right on time)! For a drink, I tried their Sol Agave Old Fashioned made with tequila. I'll be honest, I don't even like old fashioneds, so when Felix suggested it I was hesitant.. BUT I LOVED IT. The tequila was so smooth, tasted perfectly balanced and fruity even, and watching them make the drink right in front of me made the whole experience feel extra special. Top-tier presentation and execution. And of course, I had to finish with the flan because it's one of my favorites. It did not disappoint~ absolutely excellent. Between the food, drinks, service, and overall experience, this was such a memorable meal. I genuinely can't believe this place isn't getting more traction during lunch. Everything was so thoughtfully done, and the people working there clearly care about what they're serving and the experience they're giving their guests. I'm def dragging everyone I know back here for seconds and thirds. Absolutely worth a visit!

I have a friend who lives near here who comes by a few times a week, so I might be a bit biased by…read moreher experience. When we sat down, they were not super busy for a weekend breakfast. They have a really nice outdoor patio area. I think since my friend is a frequent diner here, we got exceptional service, but they do seem very nice anyway! I love the idea of a totally vegan restaurant with a full menu. I probably was going to order a breakfast item, but the nachos caught my eye. They were delicious, topped with lots of avocado pieces and a spicy salsa. We got a buffalo cauliflower to share and it was really good. My companion had the chorizo burrito and he really liked it. I tried a bite of the potatoes on the side and they were amazing. It's cool to have vegan food that tastes diverse and decadent!

finally got around to trying this vegan restaurant for dineLA, and i had a great experience! they…read moreseem to be going for a more upscale dinner experience, but i have heard great things about their breakfast as well! i started with the i am luminous lemonade, which was the perfect refreshing drink to pair with my meal. we tried both the delectable corn ribs and the eclectic cauliflower for starters. i really enjoyed both of them and thought they were flavorful, though the cauliflower definitely comes with more food to eat in general! i would like if they gave more corn, but it was good. i got the "i am loving" black rice bowl, and really enjoyed the crispy brussel sprouts with the pickled veg and sesame dressing. i am usually not a huge quinoa fan, but i thought this bowl was done well. i tried some of my friends "i am kansha" and WOW that smokiness on the tofu is something i haven't gotten elsewhere. we ended with the "i am appreciated" strawberry cheesecake. i was not a fan of the nutty crust myself, but i liked the cake. doesn't have much of a cheesecake texture, a lot lighter, but i appreciated the fruity fluffiness! we were able to find parking on a close by residential street. i will be back to try more items!

One of my favorite spots. Love their Soup of the Day and their falafel wrap. They have indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating. Love that they serve breakfast all day too. Highly recommend

I absolutely love salmon, so when I saw the photos in the reviews, I knew I had to try it. It did…read morenot disappoint! The flavor was so rich and the portion was very filling. On top of that, the staff was lovely--very friendly and attentive. A great spot for a healthy and delicious meal!