Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Santa Monica

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

4.6

Exceptional(827)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

Massilia is a Marseille-inspired brasserie with culinary influences from the South of France, Italy, Spain & North Africa. SUN – THURS Bar open til 11pm / Kitchen open til 10pm | FRI + SAT Bar open til 12am / Kitchen open til 11pm | MON – FRI Enjoy 50% off all craft cocktails & wines by the glass from 11am – 6pm

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2. North Italia - Santa Monica

4.3

Awesome(1503)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

Everyone has a favorite dish at North. Every day, our Chefs start from scratch to create handmade pizza and pasta using only the best ingredients to craft inspired dishes from the garden, farm, and sea. North defines the standards for handcrafted Italian. Our menu offers a great selection of antipasti (daily soup, charcuterie, bruschetta), salads full of seasonal ingredients, and a main entrée menu driven by both traditional Italian cuisine and lighter fresh fish dishes. North is a great neighborhood spot for family and friends to meet and share a handcrafted experience. From the food to the service, at North every detail matters. Due to recent current events, we will be only open for to go sales only at this point in time. Thank you for your understanding

3. Fia Steak

4.8

Exceptional(369)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 9 times today

Fia Steak is a love letter to the classic steak house, and new sister restaurant to Fia. The intimate 48-seat restaurant offers three distinct experiences with the energetic Grill, elegant Dining Room & intimate outdoor Patio. The heart of the restaurant is the Grill, where guests can catch the theatrics of live cooking on a wood-burning fire. Chef Chris Alvarez-Jett offers a menu of steakhouse classics, featuring the finest cuts of U.S. beef, as well as handmade pastas & fresh fish from across the globe; Japanese A5 Wagyu & USA Prime beef, "Bubbles & Bumps", featuring great champagnes, paired with "bumps" of the finest caviar, to make every night a celebration. Expect tableside Steak carving of our large format steaks, which complement the stellar service provided by the all-star hospitality team.

4. Melisse

4.9

Exceptional(2007)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 2 times today

Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.

5. SELINE

4.9

Exceptional(23)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 5 times today

Join James Beard award-winning Chef Dave Beran at his 38-seat fine dining restaurant in Santa Monica, where the kitchen is seamlessly integrated with the dining room. The menu, comprising 15-18 courses, showcases Chef Dave's deeply thoughtful approach to storytelling, inviting guests to embrace the experience & embark on a memorable culinary journey featuring the many inspirations of Southern California.At SELINE, the focus is on connection, with every aspect of the restaurant— from the design to the custom plateware—built on fostering meaningful relationships. Wine Director Matthew Brodbine presents two beverage pairing options to complement your menu. The wine pairing showcases selections from innovative, forward-thinking winemakers across various regions worldwide. The non-alcoholic pairing features a unique collection of house-made and curated beverages designed to align with the menu's progression. A carefully curated wine list is also available.

6. Dear Jane's

4.5

Awesome(298)

Price: Expensive

• American • Marina del Rey

Booked 30 times today

What Dear John’s is to steak, Dear Jane’s will be to seafood. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up again for Dear Jane's. Taking full advantage of the stunning marina view, the focus is on classic American seafood dishes prepared simply with the highest-quality ingredients by seasoned chefs. From Oysters Rockefeller to Shrimp Louie, Surf ‘n Turf and Crepes Zuzette, the menu hews to those of some of the most legendary seafood restaurants of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It will feel familiar and upscale, yet updated and approachable.This sensibility will be on full display with hand-mixed tartare, classic caviar service, and professionally fileted whole fish. The layout of the split-level room and spacing between booths and tables are ideal for this personalized service that is begging to come back in style in this dining room.

7. Chinois on Main

4.7

Exceptional(2364)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Santa Monica

Booked 8 times today

Wolfgang Puck's second restaurant opened in 1983. A unique blend of Chinese and French fusion explodes with flavors unheard of before. Imitated but yet never captured to this day this fusion of flavors keeps you craving and coming back for more. The food is served family style, creating a fun sharing experience that brings people together. The trend setting open kitchen where you can sit and eat while you watch the dance of the chefs working in unison. ***If you are interested in reserving our dining counter please make a request while making a reservation since seating is very limited***

8. La Vecchia Cucina

4.9

Exceptional(2105)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 13 times today

La Vecchia Cucina has been Santa Monica, California's finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990, located by the blue Pacific on historic Main Street. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a full course dinner, an evening snack, or something in between, La Vecchia Cucina offers outstanding Italian cuisine, a great wine list, a luxurious selection of desserts, a full bar, great service and a relaxed atmosphere.

9. Osteria Vera

4.7

Exceptional(1251)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brentwood

Booked 10 times today

Call the Restaurant for Extra Availability!“OSTERIA VERA” the new true Italian dining experience.Giorgio Pierangeli, Owner and Founder of Pecorino Restaurant, has partnered with Celebrity Chef Nicola Mastronardi to bring an authentic Italian Osteria dining experience to one of the oldest and most iconic buildings in Brentwood. Osteria Vera offers a cozy yet upscale setting. The menu is a testament to Italian culinary excellence, featuring homemade pasta, regional specialties, grilled or roasted meats, pizza, and fish.Both Giorgio Pierangeli and Nicola Mastronardi are graduates of culinary schools in Italy and have honed their skills in some of the finest establishments across Italy, Europe, and the USA. Over the years, they have catered to many distinguished list of celebrity clients. They have now just teamed up to bring L.A. Osteria Vera!

10. Hank's Palisades

4.5

Awesome(477)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Palisades

Hank’s is located next to the Bay Theater at Palisades Village and offers a full menu of elevated American classics for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Guests can choose from a wide array of dishes from seafood, steaks and ribs, to Hank's Double Diamond Burger, starters and sandwiches, complemented by Hank's cocktails, extensive wine & beer list, shakes and housemate floats.Seating is available in our main dining room, Hank's Bar counter giving guests a front row seat to our open kitchen and full cocktail bar, or bustling pet friendly patio. We are happy to accommodate any vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary restricted guests. Pacific Palisades is a small beach community known for spectacular ocean views, hiking and biking trails near Malibu, Santa Monica, and the Santa Monica Pier. This neighborhood is also home to the stunning Getty Villa Museum which features Roman-inspired architecture and gardens.

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Myrrh
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Excellent steak house, great attention to detail from the staff and niece ambience. The music was a little loud but overall everything was a perfect setting for the occasion
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.8
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DuaneVIP
Los Angeles •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Excellent, world class cuisine. Early days and polish/finesse needed for some service staff.
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SELINEPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Joris
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
I recently dined at Mélisse, and it was an incredible experience! The waitresses, Mia and Scarlet, were outstanding—so knowledgeable and attentive. The food was simply fantastic, especially the duck; it was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend Mélisse to anyone looking for a special dining experience! (Much love for the Cesar salad ❤️)
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MelissePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Mark
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
We loved North Italia. The food was great, very tasty and just the right amount on the plate. Our waiter Eddie was really cool. Very good at his job. Loved the ambience as well. Didn't feel cramped and crowded. Love the high ceilings and the architecture of the room
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North Italia - Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.3
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Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Good food and excellent service—both parties enjoyed the meal, and our waiter was fun and helpful.
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MassiliaPrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.6

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

2. North Italia - Santa Monica

3. Fia Steak

4. Melisse

5. SELINE

6. Dear Jane's

7. Chinois on Main

8. La Vecchia Cucina

9. Osteria Vera

10. Hank's Palisades

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