The Veranda Bar at Casa Del Mar Hotel

(310) 551-5533

1910 Ocean Way
Santa Monica, CA 90405 34.0067 -118.4912

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Neighborhoods: Ocean Park, West LA

Last updated 7.09.09

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Bars & Clubs, Singles Bars, Lounges, Hotel Bars

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What People Are Saying About The Veranda Bar at Casa Del Mar Hotel

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The Scene – This beachfront bar is located in the swanky 1920s-style Hotel Casa Del Mar. The elegant lounge attracts entertainment's elite, but don't let that be a deterrent. The chic yet relaxed atmosphere overrides the assumption that it's strictly industry attitude and ego here. Go ahead and pitch a screenplay to the producer perched on the neighboring bar stool--after a couple of martinis, he just might be receptive. Men without the means to afford multiple rounds should lower their expectations; women will have a much better chance of hooking up with Mr. Right. – – The…

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What to Drink:
Order a flute of champagne to toast the gorgeous ocean view; Veranda Bar offers four by the glass. Feeling daring? Try the signature Darlini, a refreshing raspberry, orange juice and champagne concoction.
What to Eat:
Grab a table in the bar after dinner and enjoy a sumptuous dessert.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “It is open and spacious with lots of sitting areas and even a cozy fireplace or two.”
  2. “This bar has amazing views of the ocean.”
  3. “would definitely recommend this spot for anyone looking for a romantic date, a place to catch up with friends, or a relaxing night out.”
  4. “The atmosphere is classy and relaxed so it would be a good place for a date.”
  5. “lobby/bar. You can pick your pleasure either sitting next to the fireplace, sitting next to a TV or my personal favorite, sitting next to the huge windows with the view of the Santa Monica Bay and the Pier.”
  6. “The hotel is very beautiful and the view is really nice.”
  7. “the views are beautiful, the service smart.”
  8. “With an upscale, yet relaxed atmosphere this is a nice place to bring a date or an out of town guest for a cocktail.”
  9. “The hotel itself is amazingly beautiful and comfortable and it would be a wonderful place to hang out even without the breath taking views.”
drinks
68.75% positive
  1. “I'd honestly have to say the only con is that the service can be a bit slow on getting drinks, but i hardly ever notice or even care because the ombiance is so wonderful!”
  2. “drinks can be pricey.”
  3. “However, the service was bad and the drinks were very expensive - so it felt a little bit stuffy.”
  4. “The mixed drinks are amazing!”
  5. “This bar has amazing views of the ocean.”
  6. “The place is beautiful, the food is great and the drinks were perfect.”
  7. “If you're younger and looking for something more hip - I'd recommend the bar at Shade - a boutique hotel in Manahattan Beach.”
  8. “lobby/bar. You can pick your pleasure either sitting next to the fireplace, sitting next to a TV or my personal favorite, sitting next to the huge windows with the view of the Santa Monica Bay and the Pier.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “While everything else is pleasant, I do suggest that you avoid the food.”
  2. “They have great food, and amazing martinis, I personally love the pomagrante martini.”
  3. “you can order food too.”
  4. “The place is beautiful, the food is great and the drinks were perfect.”
overall
91.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Service is always a bit slow as other reviewers have mentioned, but I've never really minded since it is such a nice place to hang out and talk.”
  2. “this is a nice place for a date or for just relaxing.”
  3. “It's a great place for a first date, and or a great place to end the night!”
  4. “The atmosphere is classy and relaxed so it would be a good place for a date.”
  5. “With an upscale, yet relaxed atmosphere this is a nice place to bring a date or an out of town guest for a cocktail.”
  6. “It's a great place to relax and chat.”
service
62.5% positive
  1. “However, the service was bad and the drinks were very expensive - so it felt a little bit stuffy.”
  2. “I'd honestly have to say the only con is that the service can be a bit slow on getting drinks, but i hardly ever notice or even care because the ombiance is so wonderful!”
  3. “the views are beautiful, the service smart.”
  4. “The staff has always been attentive.”
value
50.0% positive
  1. “It's a huge”
  2. “lobby/bar. You can pick your pleasure either sitting next to the fireplace, sitting next to a TV or my personal favorite, sitting next to the huge windows with the view of the Santa Monica Bay and the Pier.”
  3. “However, the service was bad and the drinks were very expensive - so it felt a little bit stuffy.”
  4. “drinks can be pricey.”
wait time
50.0% positive
  1. “I'd honestly have to say the only con is that the service can be a bit slow on getting drinks, but i hardly ever notice or even care because the ombiance is so wonderful!”
  2. “Service is always a bit slow as other reviewers have mentioned, but I've never really minded since it is such a nice place to hang out and talk.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/24/08

Great Bar Service!

by ProductionCEO

Been going there for years, and they have brought in some great employee's. New guy Justin is very charismatic and very good at people skills...girls say he is also easy on the eyes, well I guess I see that.

Go there, you will be treated very well.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/16/07

lovely views of the pacific

by Tara deLis

this is a nice place for a date or for just relaxing. you could even bring your mom here and she would like it. unless your dad is also there at the bar hitting on the 21 year olds! ha! it sort of has a reputation for older men picking up younger women here, more than most bars anyway. the views are beautiful, the service smart. drinks can be pricey. you can order food too. sometimes there is nice live music.

  • Pros: views are gorgeous
  • Cons: drink prices high
4 Star Rating: Recommended

07/16/07

that explains it....

by GIRLinMETROPOLIS

best first date citysearch 2005? maybe that's why people keep taking me here.......

So the furniture is comfortable, the food is pretty tasty. It's great as a hotel bar, that being what it is, but first date material? Meh. Keep trying boys, maybe 2 years ago something was different. Maybe I'm just not wowed by hotel bars.

3 Star Rating: Average

03/02/07

When You Need to Relax and Indulge

by hapgoodnew

This is where I take friends from out of town for a drink or where I come when I'm in the mood to relax. It's a huge lobby/bar. You can pick your pleasure either sitting next to the fireplace, sitting next to a TV or my personal favorite, sitting next to the huge windows with the view of the Santa Monica Bay and the Pier. Wednesday nights, they have live jazz in the lobby which adds to the beautiful setting. The hotel itself is amazingly beautiful and comfortable and it would be a wonderful place to hang out even without the breath taking views. The mixed drinks are amazing! Of course, they will run you $15 for a cocktail - but they are at least a strong pour! I also enjoy the cheese plate. Service is always a bit slow as other reviewers have mentioned, but I've never really minded since it is such a nice place to hang out and talk. I would definitely recommend this spot for anyone looking for a romantic date, a place to catch up with friends, or a relaxing night out. You get plenty of personal space, so I haven't found it the ideal spot for meeting new people though I guess there is probably some intermingling at the actual bar.

  • Pros: Beautiful view, beautiful hotel, beautiful drinks
  • Cons: service is a little slow and prices are a little steep.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/18/07

Wonderful!

by roxymdr

I love it here! It's my bar of choice... It's very classy, and always busy! They have great food, and amazing martinis, I personally love the pomagrante martini. I'd honestly have to say the only con is that the service can be a bit slow on getting drinks, but i hardly ever notice or even care because the ombiance is so wonderful! It's a great place for a first date, and or a great place to end the night!

  • Pros: Romantic, Great Drinks, Wonderful atmosphere!
  • Cons: Service can be a bit slow at times, and it can be pricey

The Details on The Veranda Bar at Casa Del Mar Hotel

Place Categories:

  • great place
  • great food
  • amazingly beautiful hotel
  • slow service
  • beautiful views
  • pricey drinks
  • amazing mixed drinks
  • amazing martinis
  • beautiful setting
  • enjoy cheese plate
  • nice live music
  • good appetizers
  • attentive staff
  • recommend bar
  • cozy fireplace
  • huge windows
  • wonderful ombiance
  • huge lobbybar
  • pleasant everything
  • personally love pomagrante martini
  • definitely recommend spot

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