Best fajitas on Ocean Drive. Try the habanero sauce mixed with the guacamole! Service was awesome too.

If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would! From the moment I walked in, the restaurant felt so peaceful and welcoming. The entire staff was incredibly kind, and the manager, Luis, was very attentive, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and taken care of. The food is beyond amazing -- everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. Since my first visit I have come back multiple times, and have received outstanding service each time. I came on Valentine's Day and it was beautifully decorated. It was also EXTREMELY BUSY, and again, Luis stepped up and became the backbone for his staff. From hosting, serving, bartending, and working hard to make everything flow smoothly. I have such a wonderful experience each time I come, not only with the food but also with the manager and staff. The restaurant is very clean, which makes the atmosphere even more enjoyable. No matter the time or how busy it is, my food comes out in a reasonable amount of time, and nothing ever feels rushed or forgotten. What really stood out to me was how much the manager seems to genuinely care about both the staff and the overall environment. He was constantly moving around, checking in on everyone, making sure guests are happy and that his team is doing okay as well. It's really warming to see that level of dedication and leadership. Overall, this is one of my new favorite places to come due to my positive and memorable experiences. Great food, amazing service, and such a warm, welcoming atmosphere. I would definitely highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great meal and excellent customer service. Recommended Dishes: (Appetizers) SHRIMP TAQUITOS -my favorite, PULPO A LAS BRASAS (Soups And Salad) GRILLED SALMON SALAD (Dinner) FAJITAS DE LA CASA, MAR Y TIERRA, DEL MAR SEA BASS read more

Rating: I wish I could give this place zero stars. We came here for Valentine's Day expecting a nice, romantic evening at the bar, but it was hands-down the worst dining experience of my life. From the second we walked in, the place was absolute chaos. It was incredibly busy, which I expected for the holiday, but they were clearly short-staffed. And people were standing by the host stand just waiting for someone--anyone--to acknowledge them. We waited 45 minutes past our reservation time. The most infuriating part? The management. While the poor servers were running around sweating and trying their best, the manager was completely useless. Actually, "useless" is an understatement--he was visibly drunk. Instead of jumping on the floor to help his drowning staff or talk to frustrated customers, he was sitting right there at the bar drinking with a lady for two hours. It was a slap in the face to every guest in that building. He offered no help at all on one of the busiest nights of the year. When I finally tried to approach him to ask about our entrees (which took over an hour to arrive), he barely looked up from his date and brushed me off with a slurred "we're working on it." If you want to pay good prices to watch a manager get hammered while you starve, this is the spot for you. Otherwise, stay far away. They clearly don't care about their customers or their staff. read more

My friend and I just happened to be hungry and in the area so we decided to try something new! Roses: - The food was yummy! I got a Sol Agave Bowl (with steak/no avocado) and a spicy mango margarita (so YUM and actually spicy!) - Our waitress was nice, and I liked that they kept filling up my water (I drink a lot of water) - Walked in on a Thursday night, no reservation needed Thorns: - Careful where you park, one of the lots they validate for, but the one I parked in they don't - Wish we got a refill on the chips! - "B" health score Overall a solid, spontaneous dinner spot or good for date night! I'd love to come back and enjoy their patio on a warm summer day. read more

Sol Agave - Steak Sol Agave Bowl and a Spicy Mango Margarita - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Sat at the bar for a drink after spending some time on the beach. Felix greeted us with friendly energy and was super attentive. I got the skinny margarita which was really good and so was the chips and salsa. My friend had the pork belly bites which were delicious, and of course, Felix came by to make sure everything was going smoothly. Everything about this experience was great so when you go in, make sure to ask for Felix! read more

Sol Agave - Skinny Margarita - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place does not have many vegetarian options. Nachos was bland with very little guacamole and salsa. Service was below mediocre. Waiter didn't stop by once after taking the order. I had to finally get up and find the waiter so I can pay the bill and leave. It does have a nice ambiance with cute patio though. Update - Looks like they do have vegetarian options on a separate menu. Their waiter just didn't seem to know about it!!! read more

The food here was so delicious. We were sat really quickly our party to 3. The staff was super friendly. The manager was on it. I will say our server was lacking. He never came back to our table once the food was delivered. That was the only annoyance. Other than that I would come again. The portion sizes were a good size and very flavorful read more

Sol Agave - Lobster Enchiladas de Langosta - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I was going for a walk in the area and trying to get some exercise. I happen to be walking by Soule agave restaurant and I walked in at 2 PM sharp and I asked what time is the happy hour start? I was lucky it starts at 2 PM and goes till 6 PM. I ordered the mixed ceviche with octopus fish and shrimp. I felt it was generous portion and very good quality. I would definitely come back in the future. read more

Sol Agave - Excellence ceviche. Three different kinds of fish. Happy hour !! 2-6 pm - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We went to this restaurant as a default- it was right across from the hotel and we were starving. We were pleasantly surprised. The meal began with a really great fresh tortilla chip and guacamole appetizer (we ordered a second bowl of guacamole it was so good. My son & I had the fish tacos and my husband had the chef's special (2 pork chops) . Everything was really quite good, so good that my son wants to make another trip back there before we leave. Service was friendly and it was a bit expensive but that wasn't a surprise. read more

Had an great dinner at Sol Agave in Santa Monica. I grabbed a burrito and my girlfriend ordered the lamb, and both dishes were legit fire. My burrito was packed, super flavorful, and didn't fall apart halfway through (rare!). The lamb was tender, rich, and honestly one of the standout items of the night. For dessert we split the butter cake and the tres leches, and both were ridiculous. The butter cake was warm, soft, and crazy good, and the tres leches was probably the best I've had in LA -- super moist without being soggy and just the right amount of sweetness. The vibe was great, service was on point, and it felt like one of those spots you just end up coming back to without planning it. Definitely recommend. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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On Halloween day, my significant other and I had friends visiting from out of the country. We met for an afternoon in Santa Monica and we had a little more time to spend together. I suggested seeing if we could grab a drink at Sol Agave. Very happy that we stopped by. It was mid-afternoon and happy hour time. The bar was relatively empty, and we let the host know we were only going to get drinks, but he allowed us to sit in the patio area AND order from the happy hour menu. We really appreciated it. The customer service was friendly and prompt. I think that since it was Halloween afternoon, it may have been a little less crowded that a normal Friday happy hour. The restaurant was comfortable and not loud at the time we were there. We enjoyed our drinks and the complimentary chips with salsa and bean dip. The chips were super fresh and delicious. Loved the visit, and I look forward to going back again for a full meal in the near future. read more

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We had a wonderful experience at Sol agave . Eric took great care of us and recommended a pork entree for my husband that he loved . My shrimp tacos were flavorful and so was the salmon salad. read more

This place is located on ocean Ave in the heart of Santa Monica across from the beach. Very nice spot and everyone was super friendly. Our group was greeted right away. We had reservations but arrived about 25 mins early and they still seated us once we checked in. (I was glad that we did not have to wait). Our server was really nice and checked in on our table to make sure we were ok and didn't need anything. This place is cute inside with indoor and out door seating, tables (high and low), booths and a full bar. I ordered the filet enchiladas. Unfortunately my food was cold so I did not enjoy them and took most of it home to heat up. (Heating up leftovers might not be as good). I'm sure they would have been good if served at the right temperature. I did dine here on Mother's Day so maybe that's why the food was cold. Next time, I will come on a regular day when it's not so busy and give it another try. read more

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What a wonderful establishment! A great way to enjoy a birthday dinner! Let's dive in... Service (5/5): The service is top notch! I ordered a drink with flamed-smoked herbs in the glass and the showmanship is phenomenal! They performed and made the drink table side. They also brought out a dessert for my birthday after the meal which was delightful! Chips and Guac (5/5): The guac was extra on top of the chips and salsa they bring out. All of it was flavorful and such a nice nosh ahead of the main meal! Mar y Tierra (5/5): This dish was vibrant with flavor and had a nice cheesy finish on top. Salmon Salad (5/5): The dish was perfectly cooked (fish wasn't dry) with a sweet fruit flavor throughout! TL;DR: A fantastic Mexican bite to eat! And a fun place to celebrate a birthday! read more

Sol Agave - Grilled Salmon Salad - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I had dinner with my daughter and her husband after walking on the pier. We got a nice table right away. It seemed like they were short staffed. The food here is very spicy. Keep your drink close by. I had fajitas. Like I already said, keep your drink next to you. This is not a typical Mexican restaurant. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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The pork dish I ordered was delicious, I wished that the portion was larger, though! We were seated outdoors and they accommodated our large party. The service was friendly. read more

What a delightful surprise! We called looking for a happy hour since we were over on the west side and found this great little spot. Great happy hour prices too! The margarita flight was super good, the mango margarita was da' bomb ! The cucumber was refreshing. And you just have to like tamarindo- I don't, but with some limes, it was much better. The mixto ceviche was super good. If you're looking for a yummy happy hour, definitely recommend Sol Agave just a block from the start of the Santa Monica pier. read more

Sol Agave - I enjoy margaritas. The margarita flight is really a great way to sample all their different flavors. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Food: 3/5 Came here for lunch, included chip and dip was great. I ordered the fish taco plate which had a nice taste to get, fish was a bit extra cooked for my taste. The mango slices made the difference. Tasted really fresh. I would definitely check out the drinks will look fantastic! Service: 5/5 Quick, attentive, always walking by the table to ask if I needed anything which was really nice. AAmbiance: 5/5 Place looks beautiful,wonderful decor. Great place to grab food and drinks! read more

Sol Agave - Fish taco plate - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

You ever taste something so good it makes you question every chip, dip, and life choice that came before it? The chips at Sol Agave didn't just arrive. They entered the chat. Warmed like they'd been toasted by a retired cowboy who moonlights as a Michelin chef. Lightly salted by a coastal breeze. Perfectly crisp. Basically therapy in triangle form. The salsa? Bold. Fresh. Spicy. But not "call 911," more "whisper something in Spanish and ruin my life." And then, hold onto your napkins, they serve it with warm refried beans dusted with queso fresco. Just casually redefining the laws of chips and dip. I saw colors. I felt seen. I nearly filed for dual citizenship right there at the table. Then came the white fish ceviche. Citrus-kissed, portioned like your abuela was worried you looked too skinny, and so good we demoted our entrees and made this the main character. Zero regrets. Bonus round: they carry Austin Hope by the glass. As Texans in LA? That's like finding brisket in a Parisian wine bar or spotting a long-lost cousin in a crowd. The ambiance? A modern indoor/outdoor patio built for tastebuds. Friendly staff. Great people-watching. Final verdict? Sol Agave isn't just a meal. It's a love story with salt on the rim. And I'd swipe right on those chips and salsa forever. read more

Excellent food, location, service and atmosphere! This Mexican Restaurant is one of the best in LA and is worth your time. Upon entrance, Benjamin was welcoming, attentive and warm. You can tell he takes pride in ensuring an exceptional experience. Lauren was a helpful server who provided recommendations, and Chef Adrian is masterful. Atmosphere is perfect for family or business events as well as date night. If you love sea bass, try the Del Mar Sea Bass - it is seasoned to perfection and melts in your mouth. Indulge in the chips and salsa. And compliment your meal with the Grilled Romaine Salad and Guacamole Sampler. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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My husband decided to surprise me with tickets to Cirque du Soleil and it was in Santa Monica, so we decided to eat at Sol Agave. I've been to the one in San Clemente before, so I already had some expectations coming in. The restaurant itself was beautiful and clean, and it had a definite upscale vibe. We wanted to sit indoors because we were cold, but oddly enough we were seated in their coldest part of the restaurant, lol. I'll be sure to ask to sit elsewhere if I come back! Food was excellent-we ordered the pork belly bites for appetizers, and wow, that's amazing, and seriously deep fried! Very tasty, and the honey-serrano dressing with a tomatillo salsa was delicious! Clever combination! Also had the Chile Verde and my husband opted for the carnitas soft taco and chicken Mole enchilada. All tasted delicious and flavorful! Will come back if I'm in the Santa Monica area, though I recommend planning extra time for parking or come early! read more

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First of all A+ service! We came around 1pm on a Monday, we were seated right away since there was plenty of open space. We were a group of 5 and fit comfortably in a corner booth. Three of us ordered the ceviche mixto (mixed shrimp, octopus, and fish) that came with a plantain chip and three small tostadas. We asked for tapatio and a couple of their other spicy salsas. We also asked for mayonnaise, pro tip, this is good on the tostada. :) The ceviche has a little spice due to the chile Serrano but it's really good, and the portion is pretty generous. The servers were super attentive and refilled our water and brought the things we asked for quickly. This is a great spot, I can't wait to return to try some more menu items. Parking nearby can fill up quickly but Santa Monica has plenty of options at a short walk. read more

Sol Agave - Ceviche (shrimp, octopus, fish) - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Second time to check out Sol Agave. Lunch hour was perfect. My friend and I both ordered the Cadillac Margarita and we shared the Grilled Romaine salad and the Chile Relleno dish which comes with 2, one cheese and the other cheese and carnitas ( pork). Service was on point, efficient and the drink and food beautifully presented and tasted fantastic! My friend said this was one of the best margaritas she has ever had! read more

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Beautiful "clean" food. Great wait staff we were staying nearby and it was so nice we went 2 nights in a row. Highly recommend.

Had dinner with a close friend and really enjoyed the food. The pulpo a las brasas was delicious - octopus was really tender and the salad had a really nice dressing. The server was very attentive when taking our order and checked in on us from time to time. Ambiance for a Friday night was chill. It wasn't crowded and we were able to get a table immediately. Overall, great experience and would come again. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Santa Monica. The service is incredible. We sat at the bar and Felix was our bartender. We had no idea what to order and he made the best recommendations based on our preferences and allergies. We have a lot of allergies which makes it challenging going to Mexican food restaurants sometimes and they went above and beyond for us. Juan was another server who made a great impression on us. He was very kind and made additional recommendations for when we return. I also wanted to call out the host, he greeted us right when we walked in and actually came over to check in on us to make sure we liked everything and got us some to-go boxes. I work in the hospitality industry and notice customer service and attention to detail as I work in this world. We will absolutely be back. read more

Sol Agave - Cazuela de Pastor Al Trompto, BlackBerry Margarita and Mango Margarita. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Excellent presentation food 10/10 Service10/10 Good music Nice place I'll definitely be back read more

Sol Agave - Rack of Lamb - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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This one gets my loving 5 stars!!!!!! First time tonight , mother's day 5.11.25. Drum roll pleaseeeeee!!! Very impressed, delightful, satisfied, floored, grateful, epic !!!!!!!! Made reservation for today's event, mother's day, and boy ,did they met up to my expectations! Ok, here we go...service 20 Food 20 Plating 20 Taste 20 Sitting area 20 Reservation 20 Staff 20 Yuuuuup , you get my love! And i told them too, from chips server, non stop refill, wait staff on timely manner and fast service. To our alcoholic beverages...impressive!!! Unbelievable. Thank you to our friendly, attentive, smiley face waiter ERIC ,you made our dinner fantastic! We were so happy, he even told me to take the rose home. Wow!!!!! It's been a while that on such occasion, especially mother's day, establishment can get overwhelmed and service could turn out disaster and a big disappointment, but not these guys, they were on point . We were very very happy, thank you again. This is highly recommended!! See you soon! read more

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This place has great food. Although this time service was not par. We were seated by the bar alongside of the wall. It almost felt like we were forgotten. The tortillas were cold so I had to ask for new ones. The second batch was not much warmer. Overall the food is great. read more

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I cannot stand how great the food is here, the food will melt your taste buds They nailed it! I recommend making reservations at this restaurant it can get crowded at lunch and dinner. Parking is limited around this restaurant near Santa Monica beach. The twist to this review is that even though this restaurant is about two and half hours away from Mexico, the taste is surprisingly authentic. Here's my executive summary: Service: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Good for groups: 5/5 Depth of Menu: 5/5 Deliciousness level: 5/5 From the outside of this busy street, it is easy to past this restaurant especially at night but there is more than meets the eye. We had a party of 10 hungry adults and the place had an abundance of real estate to accommodate our party and the service we had was excellent! The drink menu has depth here and were delicious. Some of us ordered strawberry margaritas, some Corona beers. The bartenders know what they are doing here. Some of the tastes of the evening included the chips, with salsa and guacamole. Out of these three dishes, the guacamole grabbed my attention. We added the Chipotle Glazed Pork Ribs and he Calamari. All of these dishes were delicious! Others at the table got the chicken and beef fajitas, the grilled Romaine salad, crispy Tinga Chicken Tacos, the Del Mar Sea Bass and I ordered the the 'Famous Carnitas' - which was home run! I heard nothing but forks clanking the plates and delightful yums from their lips. I've raved to everyone about how fabulous the experience was and can't wait to go again." read more

Great Place for Food and drinks I had the Carnitas plate and Pulpo a las brasas 10/10. Staff was amazing from the very Humble Manager Luis to Bartender Sebastian 10/10. I would definitely recommend this place. Great Ambience and Music as well. read more

Sol Agave - Carnitas plate - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Great food and really nice servers. Loved sitting outside being able to enjoy the beautiful sun and my margarita! Very extensive drink menu!

Had a lovely lunch here yesterday. The restaurant is located on Ocean Drive with outdoor and indoor seating, great for people watching even from inside. I had the famous Carnitas, which was delicious. The food was super fresh and made with quality ingredients. The food comes with complementary chips and salsa, which is a nice surprise. The margaritas are good as well! read more

Sol Agave - Our "famous' carnitas w/ watermelon basil margarita - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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The place is beautiful. The attention from the server was fabulous. Love the introduction of our plates served. The food is finger licking of delicious. Will be back again with the family gathering read more

Lovely upscale Mexican restaurant near the water so there's a nice breeze and they have a large outdoor/indoor space. Nice for big groups or couples. I had the tacos Del Mar which was wonderful. My family liked everything and we loved the house made chips! read more

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Checked out this place the other night for Valentine's and the place was a whole vibe!! The staff went above and beyond to ensure our experience was top notch considering it was a little busy because of the occasion! Food was amazing!! Everything was fresh and came out in a timely manner considering how busy they were!! Special shout out to Luis the manager who came over to our table to make sure everything was to our liking which I thought was a nice touch! Great customer service is very hard to find nowadays! I'm really big on that! Overall we had a wonderful experience for our first time here and we will definitely be back!! Cheers!! read more

I honesty don't know why this place is rated so high i don't write reviews but on my FOURTH DAY OF FOOD POISONING I MUST eating here day two of my trip really ruined the rest of my week everything made me nauseous and i couldn't eat the whole day after dining here the chips and salsa was stale BEWARE THE CEVICHE... i asked my waiter if they properly cleaned the shrimp because i don't care if they do or not but if they do then i will eat it and he said they did so i ordered a shrimp ceviche there was clearly poop in every singe piece it was DISGUSTING he then said he would bring me churros to make things better then charged me!! i payed and didn't say a word i couldn't enjoy the beach without needing the bathroom every hour i'm in new york now but my 6 hour flight with this stomach ache was hellish read more

Sol Agave - Half eaten by the table horrible - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Our service from Erick was outstanding! The food was very good but it's pretty expensive for what it is. You're paying more for location and ambiance. Overall, it's a decent touristy restaurant and our group had a good time. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Upscale, nice area, friendly staff but we were waiting a lot in between requests. Enjoyed the marg flight and chile rellenos. Meat one was very good. Dessert was forgettable. Chips and dip were great. Great setting for a date or work celebration. Parking was confusing and they only validate on the south side lot. read more

Sol Agave - Cheese Chile Relleno & Carnitas Chile Relleno - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Reservation was at 8:30. Me and my partner arrived at 8:25 to a line out the door with no host in front, obviously they were busy. We were told to wait 30 mins for our table, despite having a reservation. Sat down at 9 pm with a table that had nothing, despite all other tables being decorated for Valentine's Day. I waved a waiter down, who told me to wait one minute. No waiter came to the table until we waved one down (after many more tries) 20 minutes later. We ordered and the food was okay, however the service was just unexplainable. The table to our right got 4 free shots as well (for the wait, im assuming) as a couple in front of us, but looks like the forgot about us. Reservation at 8:30 and didn't get to order until 9:20. Would not come back, disappointing to see other customers get treatment for the wait but not us. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Santa Monica, California