Great location on Montana Ave., I have had many good meals at Courtyard Kitchen. The Eggs Benedict is one of the best I have experienced. Just had pancakes with fresh, sweet fruit on top, yummy! Kevin, is a wonderful and friendly waiter. The staff at the bar make you feel at home, Ever, Donny, & Logan. It's so great that you have the option to eat alfresco, inside or at the counter for a quick meal by yourself. read more

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This is easily one of my top 3 brunch spots in West LA. The vibe here is just right -- super comfortable and perfect for a laid-back weekend, whether you're catching up with friends or coming with family. We came with our kid and sat on the patio, which made it even better. The staff were friendly and patient -- much appreciated, especially with a little one. Food-wise, everything hit the spot. I absolutely loved my salmon toast -- definitely one of my favorites. Big plus that they use olive oil. Our kid got the Mickey Mouse pancake, which was adorable a We live nearby, so we'll definitely be back. read more

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Loved it! We came during happy hour and tried quite a few items on the menu. There was still plenty of seating when we arrived at 530, but by around 7 PM. It was getting a little more crowded. It looks like you can bring your own bottles. I'm not sure about the corkage fee. Our server was Randy and his enthusiasm in describing the various menu items sold us on everything we asked about! This place is also very spacious with outdoor/sidewalk seating, indoor and indoor courtyard seating options. The pizza was delicious, the beet hummus was a nice surprise, the blue cheese crostini w fig jam was an excellent combo of flavors, the ginger mocktail drink was tasty, and the potatoes were AMAZING! I already have a lineup of what I'd get next time. LOVED IT! read more

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Lovely restaurant and good food! I've been here a number of times and breakfast and lunch are great!

I came in with great expectations, but unfortunately, iwas pretty disappointed with the overall experience. The vibe was great. The hostess was very friendly and sad us quickly for our reservation. Unfortunately, from there, it took 20+ minutes to take our order and another 35 for food to show up. The food was good, but the waiter never even asked us how it was. I hope it was just some bad luck, but given the reputation, I was expecting a bit more. read more

Hmmm, unfortunately, while the staff is friendly and the ambiance is nice, the food we received during brunch fell short. We ordered 3 items: - Truffle fries: Pretty good as expected but nothing to write a lot on, as this is a relatively simple and straightforward appetizer. Not bad, but not memorable, either. - Spanish chorizo hash: the best of the 3 with a good variety of components that work together. The Spanish Pork Chorizo was rightfully front and center and paired well with the herb potatoes. - Panuozzo: the most underwhelming dish that we ate. On paper it looked enticing, as this "Pizza Sandwich" had prosciutto, parmesan, tomato confit, aragula, and pesto sauce. Unfortunately the pesto sauce overwhelmed everything, and nothing else stood out. So rather than a symphony of taste, eating this dish became a flat and monotonous experience. I felt I was just going through the motions of eating it rather than enjoying it, and when I looked down, I still have a whole other half to finish. It's just too one note and somewhat bland. I may give this another shot to explore the actual dinner or lunch menu, but I'd have to really read the reviews to see what's actually good here. read more

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Charming little restaurant with plentiful outdoor seating, outstanding service, and pretty good food. We ordered the grilled peaches and burrata (a daily special), the fennel sausage pizza from the happy hour menu, and the Tuscan kale salad with added grilled chicken. We also ordered the ginger crush and pink lady mocktails. Of the mocktails, the ginger crush was our favorite - the ginger flavor really shone through. The pink lady was ok but had a sweeter profile. The peaches were still a bit hard despite being grilled. When raw, I prefer a firmer peach, but when cooking I would think you would want more than char marks to really bring out the sweetness. It was a nice pairing with the burrata, though. The pizza had good flavor, though personally I am not a huge fan of olives. The crust was very thin and didn't hold up to the sauce very well - definitely a droopy pizza. The kale salad had good flavor and a nice mix of ingredients and I would get it again, though I could wish for more radish and other goodies. The chicken was cooked through and a bit on the thin side. Overall, a decent place that I would be willing to eat at again. read more

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I've come here often some mixed experiences with service. But I am inspired to write a review this time because my husband came here for dinner with our one year-old daughter for Valentine's Day. We are making a tradition to go out to dinner individually with our kids. There was no one in the restaurant plenty of availability on Resy and they refused to see him because he had a child with him. It was kinda heartbreaking. We live blocks away and we will never be back. read more

I liked my server (Hispanic woman) and I liked my drinks and food but one star for the ending of the visit. My server gave me a pen that didn't work and I asked the Mexican employee (possibly manager) who kept passing my table if he had a pen - he handed me one and stared straight at my bill as I was filling out the tip and total, almost like staring me down or trying to intimidate me. I tipped well and I hope none of it went to him, it was so weird. read more

I had brunch at the "courtyard kitchen" on a Sunday morning, this February 2026. I was really glad I made a reservation because the place was so packed that there was a line on the street. The host was extremely graceful, even with the stress he must have been under. Upon arrival, I requested a table change. He explained he will try his best but may not be able to do it. At the end, he was able to change my table (I had made a reservation on line to take clients there and I realized upon arrival that my table was in a noisy corner- my doing). I was really impressed at how the host managed the situation and kept smiling, although many people were after him at all times. Every single employee from the host to the waiters was very pleasant and was radiating great positive energy. The ambiance was hip and cozy, loved the choice of different decors outdoors/indoors. The food was good. I ordered the avocado toasts and the Florentine Benedict eggs, I liked the ratio quality/price/ambiance/location. I loved that they have fresh squeezed orange juice on the menu. I will go back for the reasons above. It is not a "gourmet"restaurant, don't expect superb quality or presentation. I consider it a nice place for a decent, standard brunch outing with friends, pets and family. read more

Very disappointed in this ube cold foam matcha. Tasted like a milkshake, no matcha or ube flavors. Don't recommend but the service and food were good! read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Matcha storm - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Way over-priced. Menu photos are out of date here on Yelp. Got three flat tacos for over $20. A not-good carrot, turmeric juice for $10. Tip and taxes made the total $40. Value of meal was maybe $18. read more

The Courtyard Kitchen is one of those hidden spots that feels like a peaceful escape in the middle of Santa Monica. The outdoor patio is charming and quiet--perfect for a weekend brunch or catching up with a friend. I had the Mediterranean omelet, and it was solid--fresh ingredients, not too greasy, and portioned just right. The side salad was simple but crisp. Service was friendly and relaxed, not rushed, which works well in this kind of setting. It's not a fancy or trendy place, but that's kind of the point--it feels local. Pro tip: grab a seat outside and go during off-hours if you want a calm vibe. Parking is typical Santa Monica--hit or miss--so plan for a short walk. read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Christmas Day. 2024 has been a trying year and I think I had quietly thrown my hands up re the holiday, to an extent. Hubby found this place for us to meet our eldest and I was really impressed, because I usually have time be the event planner, tour guide etc. Not only did he find us somewhere open on Christmas, but the space was beautiful and the atmosphere--really pleasant. Our eldest made a reservation and met us there and I have to say everything was seamless. We were shown in right away, the food was good, and the service was right in the pocket of being enough, but not too much. It was a lovely way to start a Southern California holiday day. Much appreciated read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Love their kiln - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Great spot for breakfast! I've come here twice now when I visit LA and Ive loved it both times. There's a good amount of seating indoors and a few tables outside as well to enjoy the nice weather Service is friendly, and the food hit the spot after our morning hike. I'm sure I'll be back when I stop by LA again read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Commoner's breakfast - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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My friend and I asked a male server to move our seats cause we had a extremely small table that was right next to door. We had to hold our handbags entire time on our laps! Extremely uncomfortable. My friend asked a male server to move our seat more inside (there's another huge inside place after you pass a courtyard) but he said it's reservation only. We already MADE A RESERVATION and there were so many empty seats there! Only two tables were occupied there and I saw so many tables available. Maybe the restaurant or owner doesn't want any Asians get a table there?? Food was okay, coffee was really good but it was a mistake visit the restaurant. read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Very cute dining patio and interior. Quick service and the wait was much shorter than advertised. I got the tuna sandwich, which was good but left a little to be desired and also had a tomato that was like an inch thick haha. But I would come back for the vibes read more

Excellent dinner. Truffle fries were fantastic as were the chicken skewers and cucumber salad. I particularly enjoyed the blue cheese crostini. The desserts were also nice - the tiramisu is a very big portion! More than enough to split. Our server was friendly and the food came out quickly, too. We are just visiting LA but would definitely come back! read more

I went here for my birthday dinner and it was so good!! We got pasta, caesar salad, broccoli, and pizza. We got the irish coffee and it was just ok. read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Spiced Broccolini - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Good food and good service by the waiter. Very noisy inside which left us all with a desire to eat fast and leave. We asked to change tables snd they would not let us. Won't go again read more

Love the ambiance of the restaurant. Feels hip but homey as well. With a nice looking restaurant you would think the food would be mediocre but you'd be surprised. The food was quite delicious. I'd definitely go back for the food and a plus is the nice staff and ambiance of the restaurant. read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Yummy avocado toast & crepes - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Their happy hour is expensive- $2 off regular priced drinks...good service- great cheese free pizza.

Cute little restaurant in an area of Santa Monica that we had not yet visited. We sat outdoors and enjoyed a glass of wine with our brunch. Service was friendly and fast. My husband enjoyed his eggs, Benedict, and I had the TCK breakfast burrito which was flavorful and filling. Overall, an enjoyable experience, there's plenty of boutique shopping along the street. I would stop back here if in the area again. read more

So good! I had to take a photo of it after couple bites! Definitely recommend! Thank you to the server who recommended this menu! The service was so great, kind, and warm! The space has a chill ambiance vibe during the day! Definitely would want to check out during the night time as well! read more

Came here on a cold, drizzly Saturday for brunch. Sat on the patio and with the heat lamps, it was perfect! The food was delicious (got the breakfast sandwich) and a spicy bloody Mary. Great spot and food, will definitely come back again to try their dinner! read more

Came here after book club on a Sunday morning and what a cute place! Service was a little slow for food but we sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly and attentive. I loved the drinks! The food was a little pricey for me considering it wasn't anything to write home about...maybe if I'd ordered something else I would have liked it more. read more

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We drove down to Santa Monica to have a nice Mother's Day Brunch and decided on the Courtyard as our son Nicholas and his wife Melissa live there and had dined there before and enjoyed the food and ambiance. Our reservation was for 11am and we were seated promptly by a very gracious and polite Hostess. She guided us to a table in the corner in the back by the bar and it was a half booth that was perfect for a party of 7. We started off with mimosas, refreshing with just the right amount of OJ and a few Bloody Mary's. The Bloody Mary's had perfect heat and were delicious and peppery. Those wanting the usual celery and other pickled vegetables might be a little disappointed as they came with just an olive and a pepperoncini, but I liked mine just fine. We also got the pink hummus with batbout pita to share, and it was delicious. I tried the Shakshuka stew with poached eggs, pita, and a yogurt dill sauce that was delicous. This stew is a blend of tomato, peppers and onions, no meat. I would definitely order it again. My wife had the Garden Omlet and added avocado and a side of bacon. I will say that the only food item we ordered that was disappointing was the bacon. We ordered two sides, and both were way over cooked to the point they broke apart they were so dry. My son and daughter in law had the Cali burrito and said it was tasty. My sister-in-law loved her French toast. My sisters fried egg sandwich was so good she said other than the bacon being too dry. My other son had the tale of green eggs and enjoyed them. Our service was outstanding and friendly from start to finish. He was prompt in taking our drink order and then our food order. We always like it when there is a water provided on the table, and they had a nice big, stoppered bottle that we changed out a few times as it emptied. The support staff were also quick to clear plates as needed. And for the finale he brought the check promptly when asked and immediately processed it and brought it back. There is nothing worse than having a great meal and then they take forever to bring and process the check. This would have been a five-star review if the bacon was on point, but for as busy as they were on the busiest Restaurant Day of the year, we were very satisfied with our dining experience. Thank you to all of the staff front and back of house for making our Mother's Day Brunch a good one. read more

This is my favorite brunch place when I'm in Santa Monica, as well as one of my favorite dinner spots. Delicious food, incredible atmosphere, and service. They just did this huge remodel inside and it looks amazing. Highly recommended! read more

The place is good, but I wouldn't say the food is amazing--it's more on the average side. I got the salmon sandwich, and it was pretty good! The salmon had a nice level of salt, and the bread wasn't dry, which I appreciated. The service here is solid, and the space itself is relaxing and a nice spot to sit and relax read more

Loved the easy vibe and chill music here. Sara, our server, was super friendly and helpful -- she suggested the Fried Egg Sandwich and even the best way to have it cooked. Great call! Overall, a very satisfying experience! read more

Loved this place for brunch! The ambience was so cute, it was like a little house turned into a restaurant and had such a cute homey feel. The food was absolutely delicious, we shared a Benedict, omelette, and a side of pancakes. It was really well made and lots of flavor and good taste. The potatoes were so nice and crispy too! Service was great - friendly staff and we were able to sub the Benedict as vegetarian which was helpful too read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Omelette, Benedict, pancakes - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I came here based on a recommendation from a friend and glad I did! Good food, good service, and fun ambiance. I ordered the salmon dill burger and opted to substitute the salad for roasted potatoes. I enjoyed the meal! It seems like their menu has a lot of healthy, fun options. I came here on a visit to Santa Monica but I would eat here again on a future trip! read more

The Courtyard Kitchen - Salmon Dill Burger - New American Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Great local diner with a fantastic happy hour 4-6 daily - yummy house cocktails, like Roma Spritz (imagine an Aperol made with grapefruit); they have delicious, exotic pizzas- but I loved the traditional meat lovers the best. The space has expanded and the back patio is amazing. We went for a large, birthday party for a late afternoon Saturday happy hour, which was fantastic . Gave the review 4-stars instead of 5-stars, as we were asked to be quiet during the celebration, which was a bummer, as we were enjoying a fun party. read more

Great service. Good is fresh and tasty. Friends recommended the tuna salad and chicken salad sandwiches. The salmon salad was great- big piece of salmon! They serve breakfast all day too! read more

The location is charming, it really feels like a little European bistro, and they make the most of an odd set up. That said, the food left a bit to be desired for the price for dinner, and our initial service started out pretty rocky. We stopped in on our way home for my sons water polo game, we were hungry and the place was empty at 5:45. We were seated, charming little room, we were the only table, one 2 top outside. Our wait person passed us several times, did not stop until 5:58pm- I know this because we wanted to get our wine and cocktail order in for happy hour that ended at 6pm. Though we were seated well before and talking to our wait person, she told us that we could not avail ourselves of happy hour. Honestly, I am not even expecting happy hour, but if there is one, and I am seated and ordering, I would like what is advertised. There were four of us, two cocktails, one appetizer, one soft beverage, one pizza, one chicken, one pasta, one short rib, and I think my son had a wagyu burger - the bill was $208 w/o tax and tip, which is not horribly unreasonable, but the chicken in my skewers was saline injected garbage, the 48 hour fermented pizza dough was lacking flavor and chew, the pasta was eh, and it was just a mediocre meal. Our wait person ended up being a hoot. She was entertaining, and despite my feeling she could have handled the happy hour thing better (she did end up giving my mother-in-law the happy hour price for her wine), she made up for it with her personality. I wanted to like this more.... it is just lacking in quality for what it is to make it more than a last resort in a foody town. read more

I've only been to The Courtyard Kitchen a couple of times, but I really loved both visits & I look forward to coming in more regularly. The location is in one of my favorite parts of LA on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica. When I walked by, I was drawn in immediately by how the space reminded me of cafés in Europe with the room & outdoor garden / patio area that was so quaint and pretty. I ordered the Spring Chop Salad with Chicken and a latte, they were both tasty. They have a brunch I'm really hoping to try out soon as well as some of their dinner entrées. Their staff were friendly and I was taken care of well while there. *I'll update this review with better photos and more input when I return. :) read more

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We had a large party coming in last-minute, and the whole team at the Courtyard Kitchen was incredibly accommodating. The space is lovely, with outdoor sidewalk seating and a gorgeous bar. The food was delicious, especially the Courtyard Chop salad, the hummus, and the truffle fries! The pizzas were also excellent. Drinks were great too. Highly recommend!! read more

The decor is amazing and the food superb. All friendly service and a perfect experience ! Encore ! read more

This is my favorite restaurant in la. I come here at least once a month and have never had something I didn't like. Amazing atmosphere! Brunch? Amazing? Lunch? Perfect! Dinner? Go! Indoor and outdoor seating! Would be so cute to go on a date here. Erick is the best! read more

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A couple of weeks have passed, but I'm still in shock about how condescending my server was at Courtyard Kitchen. I am autistic, and removing tails from shrimp is difficult for me. Without disclosing this, I asked my waiter if it would be possible for the kitchen to take the tails off the shrimp I was ordering. He said, "no, you're a big girl." At first I thought he was joking, but he was completely serious. I'm actually impressed he managed to be both misogynistic and ableist while only saying 5 words. I later spoke to another staff member who told me that the kitchen would gladly have removed the tails if my server had only been willing to read more