Coast Restaurant

(310) 587-1707

1 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405 34.00679 -118.491389

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Neighborhoods: Downtown, West LA

SHUTTERSONTHEBEACH.COM

Hours:

Daily 7am-10pm

Price:

$$$

Last updated 6.04.10

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Family-Friendly Dining, Hotel Restaurants, Brunch, Waterfront Dining, Outdoor Dining, View Dining, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Business Breakfast, Group Dining, Bar Scene

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Californian

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Coast Restaurant

Featured Review

Alison Kramer

Contributor

In Short – Located oceanfront inside the elegant Shutters Hotel in Santa Monica, this casual spot is a dine-and-unwind oasis, morning noon and night. Outside, the lush trellised patio makes for casual al fresco dining, a refreshing alternative to the more conservative, clubhouse-like interior. A raw bar dishes up ice cold plates of oysters, crab legs and shrimp. Those averse to such fruits de mer will find comfort in American dishes like cobb salad, BBQ baby back ribs and grilled red snapper tacos.

Editor's Tips

Happy Hour:
Show up daily between 5pm and 7pm for happy hour cocktails and half-price appetizers.
Parking:
Valet parking is available in front of the hotel, usually a more viable option than circling endlessly for scarce street spots.
ambiance
75.0% positive
  1. “Breezy, beachside, phenominal views, and good simple food that is always spot-on!”
  2. “Great views of the ocean.”
  3. “The view was horrible and let's not talk about the service I order a lemonade to start I didn't get it till fifteen minutes later and I tasted horrible.”
  4. “Parking is a little slow, but you can people watch like mad while waiting for your car - such fun!”
  5. “My boyfriend and I came their for dinner and were pleasantly surprised by their service, food and amazing atmosphere.”
  6. “Great atmosphere, great food.”
  7. “It has a great location with a beautiful view of the oce.”
  8. “Also, if you sit on the veranda you have a very pleasant view of the ocean, sand, and people passing by.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “I've been here for both breakfast and dinner, and both times I have encountered outstanding food and service.”
  2. “Fish tacos are wonderful; butterscotch pudding not so much.”
  3. “My boyfriend and I came their for dinner and were pleasantly surprised by their service, food and amazing atmosphere.”
  4. “And of course, the food is great - try the chicken club sandwich or the tortilla soup.”
  5. “Breezy, beachside, phenominal views, and good simple food that is always spot-on!”
  6. “Great atmosphere, great food.”
  7. “The main courses (Colorado lamb loin and pasta with shrimp) were delicious with suitable, but not large, portions.”
service
62.5% positive
  1. “HORRIBLE customer service, MEDIOCRE FOOD, NOTHING GOOD TO SAY AT ALL”
  2. “Service could have been a little more friendly.”
  3. “Service is quite good, with cheerful staff.”
  4. “My boyfriend and I came their for dinner and were pleasantly surprised by their service, food and amazing atmosphere.”
  5. “I've been here for both breakfast and dinner, and both times I have encountered outstanding food and service.”
  6. “Also, if you sit on the veranda you have a very pleasant view of the ocean, sand, and people passing by.”
  7. “Parking is a little slow, but you can people watch like mad while waiting for your car - such fun!”
  8. “The view was horrible and let's not talk about the service I order a lemonade to start I didn't get it till fifteen minutes later and I tasted horrible.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “VERY reasonable prices for the area(especially considering it is operated by Shutters- a Mecca for celebs and celeb spotters - they could charge much more without blinking an eye I am sure).”
  2. “The main courses (Colorado lamb loin and pasta with shrimp) were delicious with suitable, but not large, portions.”
wait time
0.0% positive
  1. “Parking is a little slow, but you can people watch like mad while waiting for your car - such fun!”
  2. “Service was disappointing (slow and sometimes incompetent).”
  3. “The view was horrible and let's not talk about the service I order a lemonade to start I didn't get it till fifteen minutes later and I tasted horrible.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/25/08

Perfect L.A. Beach spot

by MULA

Coast is terrific. It really evokes what California (espcially "L.A.") is all about.... Breezy, beachside, phenominal views, and good simple food that is always spot-on! VERY reasonable prices for the area(especially considering it is operated by Shutters- a Mecca for celebs and celeb spotters - they could charge much more without blinking an eye I am sure). Service is quite good, with cheerful staff. For breakfast or brunch try the Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, or real Virginia ham (grilled), sliced thick with your eggs.

  • Pros: Location, Location, Location, food, service
  • Cons: Lots of birds on the patio (Finches?), and on weekends long line-ups, no reservations for locals
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/23/08

What a charming spot

by frankatthebeach

I can't think of anyplace prettier to sit and eat breakfast or lunch than Coast. You are absolutely eye-level with what's happening outside, beach-goers, Segway riders, the works! And of course, the food is great - try the chicken club sandwich or the tortilla soup. Parking is a little slow, but you can people watch like mad while waiting for your car - such fun!

  • Pros: the location and the club sandwich
  • Cons: semi-slow parking
1 Star Rating: Poor

02/16/08

Exit Stage Left....

by Txgypsy66

My girlfriend and I read marvelous reviews about this establishment prior to making reservations there. Not only did it take an additional 30 min to seat us, but while waiting at the bar to be seated, the bartender never once offered to take a drink order. (He was not that busy) Yes the location is spectacular with an Ocean front view, however your field of vision is parallel with the sand. This was our first visit to Santa Monica and being our last night in town we were looking for something more romantic. What we unfortunately experienced, with all of the children around, was something from a birthday party at Chuck-E-Cheese. Sadly enough we left the moment we sat down and went next door to Catch! Great Plan B!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/12/07

Fantastic Time at Coast Santa Monica!

by thephoenixiscoming

I had a fantastic time at Coast the other night! My boyfriend and I came their for dinner and were pleasantly surprised by their service, food and amazing atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! Thanks Coast!

3 Star Rating: Average

07/22/07

Great setting... but that's about it.

by clj6

Went twice in 24 hours--dinner and brunch--both times in a group of six. Service was disappointing (slow and sometimes incompetent). Food was overly simple, especially for the price. Overall, best to go in a group of 4 or fewer so you can sit outside where it's quiet, and plan on making the most of the scenery (which is gorgeous) and waiting a while for your food.

  • Pros: Setting
  • Cons:  Service

The Details on Coast Restaurant

Place Categories:

  • beautiful view
  • great simple food
  • quite good service
  • charming beachfront spot
  • not recommend place
  • great atmosphere
  • mediocre food
  • mediocre nothing good to say at all
  • wonderful fish tacos
  • slow parking
  • overpriced desserts
  • not big tummy
  • delicious main courses
  • great location
  • reasonable prices
  • beautiful restaurant
  • terrific coast
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