Santa Monica Pier: Where to Eat Nearby

The smell of the salt air around the Santa Monica Pier can give you a ravenous appetite and fortunately, there are great restaurants in the neighborhood. There is a predominance of seafood, but that is to be expected when you are just steps from the sea. Take a look at some of the best, and see if you don't find one that will be your favorite restaurant near the Santa Monica Pier.

The Lobster
1602 Ocean Ave,
Santa Monica, California 90401
Phone: 310-458-9294
Fax: 310-458-9654

Spectacular views, an expansive partially covered outdoor terrace and great seafood are what you will find at The Lobster. The style is dressy/casual and the service prompt and friendly. Do make reservations. The menu changes with the seasons, so very thing may not be available when you come. There are Appetizers like J umbo Wild Mexican Shrimp Cocktail for $15.00 or .Crispy Lemon Calamari for $8.00, salads like the Kitchen Sink Chopped Salad for $9.00, soups like Lobster & Manila Clam Chowder for $11.00, and entrees like Pan Roasted 1 ½ # American Lobster for $51.00, Sautéed Pacific Sole for $19.00, Dungeness Crab Stuffed Filet Mignon Medallions for $34.00 and Grilled 12 oz. New York Strip Steak for $30.00. The entrees here come with a potato and vegetable. Be sure to check out the wine list. They are open Mon-Thu; Sun:11:30am-10pm and Fri-Sat: 11:30am-11pm

Sushi Roku
1401 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica 90401
Phone: 310-458-4771
Fax: 310-458-4746

You get a bit of a change of pace at Sushi Roku where they have a combination of Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian, Thai and Vegetarian dishes, There should be something here to please everyone in your party. The style is dressy/ casual and I do suggest making reservations. As for the menu, you can choose from Japanese Yellowtail Sashimi with diced chilies for $ 16.00, Organic Garden Salad for $8.00, Filet Mignon Wrapped Asparagus for $15.00 or Grilled Ji-Dori Chicken for $20.00. They are open for lunch Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2:30pm and dinner Mon-Fri: 5:30pm-11:30pm
Sat: 12pm-11:30pm and Sun: 5:30pm-10:30pm

One Pico
1 Pico Blvd,
Santa Monica, California 90405
Phone: 310-587-1717

One Pico is located in the Shutters Hotel, right on the beach. The style is dressy casual, the service great and reservations here are a must. A meal at One Pico can start off with items like Shellfish And Avocado Salad for $16.00 or Roasted Market Beets for $13.99. Then there are the Entrees like Beef Short Rib for $29.00, Halibut for $28.00 or Farm Chicken for $26.00. They are open for lunch Mon-Sat: 11:30am-2:00pm, dinner Mon-Sun: 6pm-10:00pm and burnch Sun: 10:30am-2:30pm.

Caffe Delfini
147 West Channel Road,
Santa Monica, California 90402
Phone: 310-459-8823

Caffe Delfini brings a touch of Italy to the beaches of Santa Monica. The style is dressy. This is a place for that very special night out. Reservations are a must. The menu starts off with items like Delfini's Caesar for $10.00 or Prosciutto E Melone for $15.00. The main course includes items like Penne Arrabbiata for $13.50, Veal Rack Milanese for $39.00 and Petto Di Pollo for $19.00. They are open Mon-Thu: 5:30pm-10pm. Fri-Sat: 5:30pm-10:30pm and Sun: 5:30pm-9:30pm

Chez Jay
1657 Ocean Ave,
Santa Monica, California 90401
Phone: 310-395-1741

Chez Jay is just a half a block from the Santa Monica Pier and has been for 48 years. Chez Jay may not be the biggest in size but it is right up there with the great food and friendly service. Do make reservations and the style is casual. A meal at Chez Jay can start off with items like Fresh Steamed Clams for $11.00 or Chinese Chicken Salad for . Then you can move on to items like Chicken Marsala for $18.75, New York Cut Steak for $23.75 and Scampi Rice Pilaf for $21.75.