World Cafe
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: (310) 392-1661
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Hill Street
- Hours:
- Mon 5:30pm-12am, Tue-Thu 11:30am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-12am
Editorial Review for World Cafe – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
The interior of this popular boite is graced with funky touches like animal-print fabrics, high-back booths and a white baby grand. Outside, there's a lush garden patio complete with Crate & Barrel-style furniture and a gurgling fountain. During the week, happy-hour crowds gather; weekends find cozy couples and large dinner parties. The international menu features potato pancakes, sesame-crusted ahi and wood-fired pizzas. The sultry lounge is home to the bar, which offers signature martinis.
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Insider Tips
Happy HourVisit weekdays between 4pm and 6pm for happy hour deals on beer, wine and select well cocktails. Appetizers like French fries and quesadillas are also discounted at this time.
User Reviews for World Cafe
01/30/2008 Posted by hawtmila
I honestly don't understand where one review calls the servers "animals." My personal experiences here have been opposite, its great service that keeps me coming back! Not to mention the romantic atmosphere. The outside patio is glimmering, you could fall in love out there. The main dining room has a funny sort of nautical theme, which can throw you off but it grows on you. Now to the food...I have ordered the scallops a few times, served with a corn succotash and buerre blanc, also garnished with homemade potato chips! Very odd, yet they go great with the dish! Also a pretty good wine selection, the David Bruce pinot noir never fails. I had some munchies in the lounge while waiting for a table, pancetta wrapped tiger shrimp with citrus soy sauce. Suddenly I'm hungry...I will be back!
Pros: ambience, consistency, service and food!
Cons: no valet, prepare to search for a spot!
12/12/2007 Posted by sandylicious
Went to check out World Cafe last Friday with a friend after passing it many-a-times and never having the chance to drop in. We were seated promptly at the patio on a very chilly night but with the heat lamps blaring, we were warm all night. Our waiter was very friendly, albeit felt he checked on us one too many times that night. However, I'd rather that than slow/lack of service! Food was great - had the sea bass while friend dined on the linguini pasta. Very affordable pricing. Menu limited though. Overall, found the experience definitely worth repeating.
Pros: ambience, service
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