Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Santa Monica

20 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

4.6

Exceptional(812)

Price: Expensive

• French • Santa Monica

Booked 21 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

4.5

Awesome(1479)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 45 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(355)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Monica

Booked 11 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(1998)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Monica

Booked 4 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. La Vecchia Cucina

4.9

Exceptional(2093)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Monica

Booked 19 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.

6. Chinois on Main

4.8

Exceptional(2357)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Santa Monica

Booked 19 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***

7. Osteria Vera

4.7

Exceptional(1241)

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!

8. Hank's Palisades

4.4

Awesome(476)

Price: Moderate

• American • Pacific Palisades

Booked 9 times today

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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9. Tangaroa Fish Market & Raw Bar

4.3

Awesome(95)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Culver City

Tangaroa Fish Market and Raw Bar is a New Zealand (Kiwi) themed fresh seafood market and restaurant. It gets its name from one of the Maori gods, Tangaroa, who is the god of the Oceans (similar to Poseidon in Greek mythology). Maoris are the native people of New Zealand, which is The owner's heritage. Culturally our fish market is unique, as it's New Zealand themed flavored with a Maori touch, which includes some of the great fresh seafood directly from New Zealand's shores.

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10. Novikov Beverly Hills

4.6

Exceptional(69)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly Hills

Booked 9 times today

Novikov Restaurant Beverly Hills is a renowned restaurant known for its upscale dining experience and Italian -inspired cuisine. The restaurant combines the culinary expertise of Chef Luca with the sophisticated ambiance of Beverly Hills, offering a menu that highlights fresh and vibrant flavors from Italy. Diners can expect an array of seafood dishes, salads, grilled meats, and vegetable-based creations, all prepared with a modern twist and presented with artistic flair. The chic interior design and attentive service add to the overall experience.

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Judyvip
Los Angeles •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a delicious Bday dinner at FIA Steak. Everything was spectacular starting with the cocktails… the new fresh mozzarella fig and prosciutto appetizer … the caesar and the rib cap … and ending with the chocolate soufflé!
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Fia SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Santa Monica
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4.8
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Susan
Denver / Colorado •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a fantastic dinner here last night. Everyone enjoyed their meals (veal parm, veal picatta and seafood pasta dish) the sauces were excellent. We subbed vegetables for side pasta. Calamari app was the best we’ve ever had. Good value and great service. It was my son’s birthday and they presented him with a Happy Birthday dessert. Would love to return.
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La Vecchia CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Gustavo
Los Angeles •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
North Italia is our go to spot for Italian in Santa Monica. We love the high ceilings, open kitchen, great service and quality food. We’ve been here for years and never been disappointed.
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North Italia - Santa MonicaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Monica
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4.5
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leonardvip
Los Angeles •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Exceptional tasty with great variety and creativity. This is THE best special occasion restaurant in Los Angeles. I have gone to Melisse for years and it never disappoints.
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MelissePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Santa Monica
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4.9
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Mark
Los Angeles •68 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Great cocktails, food and service. The 8 hour lamb shank was amazing, the ratatouille and Brussels sprouts were amazing. Wine prices are too high. Côtes du Rhône at $60 is ridiculous
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MassiliaPrice: Expensive• French• Santa Monica
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4.6

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Massilia

2. North Italia - Santa Monica

3. Fia Steak

4. Melisse

5. La Vecchia Cucina

6. Chinois on Main

7. Osteria Vera

8. Hank's Palisades

9. Tangaroa Fish Market & Raw Bar

10. Novikov Beverly Hills

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