One Pico
Oceanfront Dining In Santa Monica
(424) 644-6802
1 Pico Blvd
(at Appian Way)
Santa Monica,
CA
90405
34.00679
-118.491389
Neighborhoods: West LA, Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, 6pm-10pm
Sun 11am2pm, 6pm-10pm
Price:
$$$$
Last updated 7.02.09
What People Are Saying About One Pico
The Owner
One Pico
Owner
One Pico Restaurant of Santa Monica is situated on a prime coastal stretch of sand, with majestic views across the boardwalk and out to the Pacific Ocean. One Pico has emerged from its own makeover, culminating the reinvention of Shutters and has become a great fine dining option. With a new market fresh menu created by talented ETC Corporate Chef Michael Reardon, and the enhanced d??A?cor courtesy of designer Michael S. Smith, One Pico now charms guests looking for the very best seaside restaurant experience.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene
As the formal dining room of the exclusive Shutters on the Beach hotel, this warm, upscale restaurant offers a wraparound view of the beach and Santa Monica Pier. The soaring open-beam ceiling, limestone fireplace and exceptional service lend a tone of effortless elegance, bringing a splash of East Hampton to the Pacific.
The Food
The California-Mediterranean menu offers predictable dishes of the moment (think seared ahi tuna and steamed mussels) enhanced with some inspired innovations. The traditional American rack of lamb is seasoned with earthy Moroccan spices, while corn chowder is jazzed up with smoked shrimp. Although the panoramic sunset view makes dinner a good bet, the best meal is Sunday brunch. Homey favorites are updated with gourmet ingredients. Zesty tomato soup is made with Roma tomatoes and served alongside diminutive grilled cheese sandwiches. A delicately cooked frittata with fontina cheese, tomato and basil brims over with tender rock shrimp.
User Reviews
Anonymous
February 16, 2009
Enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean while dining on American cuisine. The service was exceptional and the prices are moderate. Located right off the lobby in the Shutters Hotel.
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team_venture
September 23, 2008
I'm not opposed to spending money on a nice meal. I am opposed, however to spending money on mediocre (I'm being generous) food and slow service. My boyfriend's father took us here for a birthday dinner and I was really disappointed. For dinner, I ordered the portabello mushroom steak and barley risotto. Well, the mushroom was over cooked, it seemed like they had warmed it up in the microwave (it had sort of a rubbery consistency) and the risotto was BARELY risotto. It was oily and chewy and didn't resemble risotto in the least bit. We ordered coffee and dessert which took forever to come to the table and once it was there, I was disappointed again. We asked for the fruit cobbler and what they brought us was a hot mixed berry compote with what appeared to be granola on top. NOT COBBLER PEOPLE! I thought it was sort of funny that they had chips and guacamole listed for an appetizer, but I'm glad that they did because that was the only part of the meal that was decent. Like I said before, I don't mind shelling out the money for a really good meal, but this place is ridiculous. If the service had been really great, it would have taken some of the sting out of feeling ripped off, but the wait staff was pretty inattentive (my water didn't get refilled once and we were there for 3 hours). If you're looking for a romantic place to sit and have a drink while you watch the sunset, this place would probably work perfectly. But if you're looking to have a nice, flavorful meal that is worth what you are going to pay for it, then I suggest you go some where else.
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FoodFoodFoodFood
September 03, 2008
Beautiful setting and so I guess little effort is made to make food worth eating. Soups are on the menu but no bread is provided. When I asked for bread, I was told I could order garlic bread. I would stay away from the seafood platter, mine tasted like everything was just defrosted in the microwave. They spent money on designers not chefs. There are better places that provide food with a ocean side experience.
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Parking:
In addition to the hotel's valet parking, there are metered spots along Ocean Avenue just before it turns into Barnard Way.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Hotel Restaurants, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Waterfront Dining, View Dining, Online Reservations
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Message from One Pico
- Beachfront Dining
- Lunch and Dinner
- Sunday Brunch
One Pico Restaurant of Santa Monica is situated on a prime coastal stretch of sand, with majestic views across the boardwalk and out to the Pacific Ocean. One Pico has emerged from its own makeover, culminating the reinvention of Shutters and has become a great fine dining option. With a new market fresh menu created by talented ETC Corporate Chef Michael Reardon, and the enhanced d??A?cor courtesy of designer Michael S. Smith, One Pico now charms guests looking for the very best seaside restaurant experience.
