(310) 260-8877
1415 Montana Ave
(14th Street)
Santa Monica,
CA
90402
34.0324
-118.495
Neighborhoods: North of Montana, West LA
Hours:
Daily 8am-9pm
Price:
$$
Parking:
Street
Blue Plate
What People Are Saying About Blue Plate
The Editor
Mar Yvette
Citysearch
Compared to the boardwalk's beachside bustle and Main Street's parade of activity, Montana Avenue is Santa Monica's relatively tranquil stretch. But there is one spot where you're bound to find a crowd ... and no, it's not Pinkberry. This busy corner boite is where weekend brunchers are willing to wait 45 minutes for one of the coveted tiny tables crammed into the teeny space. Why? Well, not only is the energy buzzing, but the food is usually pretty good. Order the signature turkey chili--spicy and super chunky--and the super skinny, super yummy yam fries. There's also a ton of traditional…
09/09/08
Health is Overrated
by jochu
This tiny spot on Montana Ave is always brimming with people. Once inside, tables are just as overcrowded and crammed. The service is a bit hasty. Don't think about individualized attention here. Eat and get out. The draw here then is obviously the health craze taking over Los Angeles. The food is pretty good considering most healthy foods out there, but nothing that you can't make at home. Let's be honest here. And I guess the prices aren't half bad. But mediocity never got this much attention before! I'm confused!
- Pros: the buzz, staying alive one day longer
- Cons: the wait, the haste, the mediocrity
08/05/08
Slowest service on Montana
by lacgb
I loved this place the 1st time I went- they have a great variety of fresh and yummy options, with some more unique twists that you don't see just anywhere (grilled artichokes!). I decided to go back with 2 friends just to find the WORST service I have had in months. After waiting 45 minutes for our food, and noting that every other table in the restaurant had been served, we asked to see the manager. The manager proceeded to offer us a 10% discount, which I find rather insulting considering that that just covers tax. When we asked about this, the manager proceeded to be incredibly rude. Overall, the food we finally got after waiting for an hour was average, if that, and I doubt that I'll find a reason to go back.
- Pros: good variety
- Cons: service
The Details on Blue Plate
Look Good:
Daily blackboard (or, should we say, "blue plate") specials are available at lunch and dinner to complement the already sizeable menu.
What to Drink:
The restaurant serves its own selection of beer and wine, but you can also bring your own bottle for a $10 corkage fee. (By the way, you can also bring in your cup of joe from the nearby Starbucks or Coffee Bean without any weird looks from the waitstaff.)
Category:
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Breakfast, Lunch Spot, Outdoor Dining
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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