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World Cafe

2820 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: (310) 392-1661
World Cafe
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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Happy Hour

Visit 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

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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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Editor's Review

Funky decor meets sophisticated fare at this enduring Santa Monica hot spot.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Happy Hour

Visit 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.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Pay lot
  • Valet

Hours

  • Mon 5:30pm-12am
  • Tue-Thu 11:30am-12am
  • Fri-Sat 11am-1am
  • Sun 11am-12am

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Discover

Cuisines

  • Californian

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • People Watching
  • Open 7 Days
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Online Reservations
  • Group Dining
  • Happy Hour

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