(310) 392-2772
2907 Main St
Santa Monica,
CA
90405
33.9995
-118.4808
Neighborhoods: Ocean Park, West LA
Last updated 7.20.11
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Restaurants, Taverns, Liquor Stores
Payment Methods:
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What People Are Saying About Rick's Tavern On Main
Featured Review
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The Scene – This unpretentious, neighborhood watering hole's decor may have inspired T.G.I.Friday's, with Hollywood photos, model ships and stuffed wildlife hanging on the walls. Locals gather to swill beers and munch on savory bar fare at the beautifully carved, wood, saloon-style bar and surrounding tables. The sidewalk patio out front is perfect for watching the local yuppies, club kids, and other characters float by. The back patio resembles a fraternity porch, appointed with no more than plastic furniture. – – The Draw – Transplants from the Midwest and East Coast…
Editor's Tips
- Parking:
- Street parking is difficult, so head to the metered lots west of Main off Ashland Boulevard.
- What to Eat:
- Celebrate "Burger Madness" all day Tuesday and Thursday, where the self-proclaimed "Best Damn Burgers in L.A." are served with fries, for only $3.99.
- Where to Sit:
- The back patio can be reserved until midnight for a $200 deposit (which you can work off with the bar tab), every night, except Tuesday and Thursday.
| ambiance | 100.0% positive |
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| drinks | 85.19000053405762% positive |
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| food quality | 94.44000244140625% positive |
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| menu variety | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 100.0% positive |
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| service | 76.1899995803833% positive |
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Nice atmosphere, dissapointing service
by quincyLA
Rick's Tavern has a very nice, relaxed atmosphere that's highlighted by its fun NY decoration.
I returned to Rick's with 4 friends after a good first experience but unfortunately was disappointed by the rude waitress and bartender. The cocktail I ordered was a pretty weak so I went up to the bartender to ask him to make it stronger. The bartender got angry and said if I wanted more I had to pay. I then went to the waitress to ask her to fix it, only to hear start arguing with me. So I quietly finished my drink.
When we got the bill, the waitress added gratuity for 6 customers to the check. When we asked to put our own amount the waitress told us 'that's the price.'
I will not be returning to this nice little bar.
- Pros: relaxed, pleasent atmosphere
- Cons: rude service
Stiff drinks, good burger, service pretty spotty
by AdsinLife
If you get the chance to sit at the bar - do it. Service from the barkeeps is always better than the group that works the floor.
Just what the doc ordered!!
by tastychoice
This place has what everyone is looking for in a bar depending on the day and time. I've been going there for years originally for the burgers but soon found there is much more to the kitchen than one would think. Not just your regular bar food and well priced. A great place to chill out during the day and people watch. At nights the place can be a good party. The guys behind the bar on the weekends are fun, fair and will take good care of you though sometimes that crowd can be a bit young and annoying. And just because they are a N.Y Yankee bar doesn't mean this saloon isn't geared towards everyone (although I'm sure there are some bitter New England fans out there who might disagree). I'll always pop in if I'm in the neighborhood. Good times!
- Pros: Great prices, drinks, food and service!
- Cons: It'll sometimes get a bit crowded with weekend warriors.
Local Hangout
by hermosahottie
Great casual bar spot; nothing like the hip, trendy Library Alehouse next door where they won't even let you sit at a table unless you order a full meal! Staff is great and friendly, beers and drinks great, and burger nights rock. You can usually find a seat inside, except on burger nights; a bit crowded then. Very friendly crowd, nobody bothers you, no pick up scene. Just good food and good booze in a comfortable atmosphere. Try it; you'll come back often.
- Pros: Very casual and comfortable place.
- Cons: Only Laker games on TV.
Can I get a Drink Please!!!
by PacNWTraveler
Very bad service, especially since there are so many other great places in the area. I say don't waste you time, effort, of money!
- Pros: good selection
- Cons: small, crowded, horrible service
The Details on Rick's Tavern On Main
Place Categories:
- very nice relaxed atmosphere
- great place
- great staff
- nice dissapointing service
- pretty awesome rick
- bad service
- full meal
- comfortable neighborhood bar
- good booze
- bitter new england fans
- order full meal
- great casual bar spot
- good care
- good first experience
- rude bartender
- nice little bar
- good party
- great microbrew beers
- rude waitress
- bothers friendly crowd
- good food
- best other grill style entrees
- great burgers
- very friendly crowd
- big front window

