The Penthouse

Hello, gorgeous: In a town where looking good is king, the Huntley Hotel's 18th floor restaurant with 360-degree views is nothing less than a royal stunner.

(310) 394-5454

1111 Second St (California Boulevard)
Santa Monica, CA 90403 34.0188 -118.5015

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Neighborhoods: Wilshire Montana, West LA

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Hours:

Mon-Sun 6:30pm - 2:00am

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The Penthouse

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Featuring contemporary American cuisine with bold global influences, The Huntley Hotel introduces The Penthouse, a breathtaking new restaurant and ultra lounge, where beach cabanas and open skies meet silver bars and open flames. Famed designer Thomas Schoos has teamed up with executive chef Seth Greenburg to manifest a new visual celebration of the senses. Drawing inspiration from the foods of France, Spain and beyond, Chef Greenburg presents a menu utilizing seasonal ingredients sourced from the Santa Monica farmers markets combined with unique ingredients from across the globe. Including…

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Mar Yvette

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Situated on the top floor of the Huntley Hotel, this all-day destination treats guests to panoramic views of the Pacific and beyond--on a clear day you can see as far south as LAX and as far east as Downtown L.A. Yes, it's hard to keep your eyes off of what's outside, but the clean, mostly white interior is a close runner-up. The handiwork of designer Thomas Schoos (best known for his work on Koi and TAO New York/Las Vegas), the space is a study in textured surfaces that beg to be touched: A smooth glass countertop anchors the central wraparound bar; an indoor mother-of-pearl fireplace accents…

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/29/09

Love the ambiance and service

by kara nortman

The service and ambiance at The Penthouse is second to none. For this reason alone, it should be on your list of places to try in LA. The food is good, some of the dishes are excellent (the tomato Mozzarella flatbread, mac and cheese and all dessert were highlights for me), while others are a miss (salmon). The wait staff is incredible, as are the swaky booths overlooking the pacific.

The scene gets hip hopping at night, great place for drinks as well.

The bar can get noisy and valet parking can be a pain. All in all, I loved the experience and would absolutely recommend.

  • Pros: views, service, vibe
  • Cons: hit or miss dishes
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/13/09

Beautiful Hangout - dinner or drinks or both!

by pinkgirl8

Great girls night spot or date night as well.

  • Pros: great view, good food, hip atmosphere, friendly staff & mgmt
  • Cons: dinner is crowded - make a reservation!
2 Star Rating: Below Average

05/11/09

Beautiful Surrounds But Just OK

by lmac22

There's no denying that this place is beautiful and the view is amazing especially on the ocean side. I was really looking forward to having brunch here for a special occasion but was very disappointed. The food was very mediocre and really overpriced for the quality and taste. The service left much to be desired. We had to ask to order. We weren't even offered bread until after our appetizers arrived (30 min after sitting down). I'd stick to this place for the night time bar scene. At least then you get the view, the crowd and the drinks for your money's worth.

  • Pros: The View
  • Cons: Overpriced and bad service

The Details on The Penthouse

What to Drink:

The wine list includes a broad range of American and international selections, many reasonably priced--personal bottles are welcome for a $25 corkage fee. There's also a list of specialty cocktails like the cucumber squeeze.

Where to Sit:

Grab a cozy curtained cabana in either the lounge or restaurant for a more private retreat--and still be mesmerized by the view. They're available on a first come, first served basis.

The Extras:

Weekend nights are definitely a scene; if you prefer a more quiet experience, try a weeknight or stop by for breakfast, lunch or the weekend brunch.

Category:

Restaurants, Hotel Bars

Payment Methods:

American Express, Carte Blanche, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Late Night Dining, Celeb Hangout, Waterfront Dining, View Dining, Date Spot, Hotel Restaurants, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Group Dining, Fireplace, Bar Scene

General Info:

Open 7 Days

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Message from The Penthouse

  • Penthouse Restaurant
  • American Cuisine
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Featuring contemporary American cuisine with bold global influences, The Huntley Hotel introduces The Penthouse, a breathtaking new restaurant and ultra lounge, where beach cabanas and open skies meet silver bars and open flames. Famed designer Thomas Schoos has teamed up with executive chef Seth Greenburg to manifest a new visual celebration of the senses. Drawing inspiration from the foods of France, Spain and beyond, Chef Greenburg presents a menu utilizing seasonal ingredients sourced from the Santa Monica farmers markets combined with unique ingredients from across the globe. Including innovative dishes such as oysters on the half shell with Serrano ham and sherry vinegar or steak tartar and beef capriccio with crispy capers and truffle-grilled cheese, The Penthouse offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and a playful lounge menu.

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