“let me start by saying this is the BEST vegan Ethiopian food i've ever had. i have frequented a lot of Ethiopian restaurants and the veggie platter combos just don't compare to Berbere. the atmosphere is so calming and refreshing and the ambiance is amazing. the staff were quick and efficient as well as attentive without being annoying. the food was served fresh AND hot and the flavors will excite a party in your tummy!! i went here with my mom and we shared everything. to start i ordered the et tacos and let me tell you the reviews for the tacos were right on the money. i never thought id like a taco that wasn't traditional but these made me rethink tacos as a whole. the flavors were so powerful and delicious. honestly it's just best if you're reading this to just try them. no amount of words can describe the flavors. for the main dish, we ordered the eat the rainbow with red lentils, yellow garbanzo beans, purple cabbage and potatoes, and kale. although i loved everything the KALE was the star of the show. it really surprised me how freaking delicious it was. i mean it was tangy but also seasoned just right. cooked to perfection if i do say so myself. to drink we both ordered the blackberry (could've been blueberry not sure?) mint lemonade and it was refreshing. i didn't feel guilty drinking it at all. for dessert i ordered the sublime confection and it was superb!! it's an interesting dessert to describe but it had banana and chocolate and ice cream and that was enough for me to order. the banana was not overwhelming either. i ended off dinner with a hot cacao and i burned my tongue so badly but it was so good i didn't even mind it. the cacao was so rich and thick. it was a nice treat to end a wonderful dinner. all in all our experience here was everything and more. i cannot wait to go back soon because it's right near my job two blocks away. side note: it is on the pricier side but i promise you won't feel robbed or cheated the portions AND the flavors are worth every damn penny. berbere is a 10000/10.“
“Excellent food! Service is usually very good, but our last visit was extremely rushed. It made for an unpleasant experience. If they want guests to leave by 10 they should not except reservations after 8:30 PM. People should not be forced to eat fast at high prices.“
“I was introduced to Sidecar Doughnuts in 2017. I have been a fan since. My favorite donut from them remains to be the Saigon Cinnamon Crumble. It is more of a cake-like texture and I like almost anything cinnamony. This donut tastes more like coffee cake. Coffee and sugar are my staples for everyday living. So, it is almost impossible for me not to love this donut as it has my basic necessities wrap up in one perfect little package! This time I ordered the Vietnamese ice coffee to go with the donut. It didn't taste like a traditional Vietnamese ice coffee. Instead, it tasted more like an iced latte. So if you are looking for a traditional Vietnamese ice coffee, don't get it from there. Don't get me wrong, it was still good coffee just not what the name said it was. This location is off Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica about 7 blocks from the beach. I really like their packaging as well. The boxes the donuts come in are modern and simple with bold gold letters of the store's name. This location is small and has seating outside. There is metered parking on the street. Service was just okay. I wish the people working there could have been more friendly. All in all, this premium donut chain that started in Costa Mesa in 2012 is still very popular and is definitely worth trying for the first time, and going back for me!“
“4 assorted donuts / 1 glazed, 1 reese peanut butter, 1 cinnamon sugar o-nut (cronut), 1 nutella strawberry o-nut - 5 ⭐!DK's Donut & Bakery in Santa Monica is an excellent, family-owned 24-hour donut shop and cafe that has been in business for over forty years. They have a mouth-watering selection of fresh donuts, including an impressive assortment of cronut inspired donuts.Their little shop is in a small strip mall in Santa Monica. I had no trouble finding parking right outfront. The shop has a colorful, pink-focused theme. They had an outstanding selection of donuts on display in their glass cases as well as a nice, large menu board offering up all kinds of snacks, drinks, and sandwiches.The four donuts I sampled on my visit to DK's were fantastic. It was honestly a very hard decision. I had to limit myself to four because when I buy donuts, I have very little self control and know I am going to eat them all the same day. Besides, donuts are always best when they are fresh.The strawberry nutella cronut style donut was amazing. Lots of rich, hazelnut spread flavor mixed with strawberry. The plain glazed donut was top notch. I always try to get a plain glaze and use it as a baseline. A great plain glaze donut is always a treat for me. The cinnamon sugar cronut and the peanut butter cup donut were also great.I know there are other "DK" donut places out there. This one is a real treat and I think it is the OG one. If you are in Santa Monica or are passing by, make sure you stop by and support a great local business!“
“WOW! My first time ordering b/c I wanted to try the food before gifting to family and friends. The cookies, brownies and bars arrived quickly, beautifully packaged, labeled with a sweet note and are fantastically yummy (especially the Cinnamon Pear Shortbread)! I drive by the storefront all the time and am just so blown away at the high quality of the box received. BRAVO! I will most certainly stop in and/or order again! Likely my new favorite on-line ordering bakery!“
“Library is by far one of my favorite places on Main Street. I recently saw V. B's review on yelp and I was so confused. As someone who has dealt with VB personally at my business, I award the patience of this establishment for continuing to let her in over and over again. She is 86'd at my bar and every other bar on the street. I love this place!“
“Took 2 friends there to celebrate a birthday. Food and service were very good. Noise level was WAY too high. We were in a small room in the rear with just 3 tables: ours, one with two men and an empty table. The two men were talking so loud that we couldn't hear each other at our own table. We commented to our server (who kind of shrugged) and then finally one of the women at our table calmly, politely told the men she was enjoying their conversation but couldn't hear the conversation at our own table. They chuckled ("are we talking too loud?") and then proceeded to continue their conversation. It was so uncomfortable that the woman celebrating her birthday said although she liked the food she'd never return to the restaurant. The men had finished their meal about halfway through our meal and we were anxiously waiting for them to leave, but they didn't. Definitely left a bad taste in our mouths. I think the server, or host, could have helped to have them turn down the volume.“
“One of the very few bakeries in L.A. that offers a variety of low carb desserts. Furthermore, they also offer keto drinks. My favorite is the keto horchata, which tastes amazing, maybe even better than a regular horchata. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for vegan, low carb, gluten free, or any pastry for a particular diet.“
“Cafe Lovi is our favorite neighborhood spot! The sandwiches are amazing. You will crave the challah bread after! They are also an Italian-style coffee shop. The espresso is amazing and our lattes are always the perfect ready-to-drink temperature. To top it all off, the staff are so welcoming and they are incredibly dog friendly! Our dog now guides us there on every walk!“
“Best icecream df/gf. Kindest workers and the best owner. Always buy 3-6 pints to take home with me as I don't live in the area and it always goes so fast. The whole family loves it. They also re did their shop and it is so cute inside!! You also get points every-time you go...10 points = 6.75 off which is the best deal ever. Cannot recommend enough :)“
“We were looking for a place with gluten-free options and this turned out to be a very good choice. The cauliflower and roast beef sandwich were delicious. I especially liked the waitress, who was always attentive without overwhelming the staff.Dietary restrictions: Varias opciones GF (Gluten Free)“
“Incredible food, service, and atmosphere. We ordered the stuffed ravioli, lamb mushroom pasta, crème brûlée, and chocolate cake. Everything was fresh and homemade, you don’t feel heavy or tired after you eat because of the quality of their ingredients. They had a special for $6 Italian wine, which was excellent. Owner came by and chatted for a bit which he was so nice. We’ve been here before and will continue coming back, it’s been excellent every time.“
“Yummy healthy Mediterranean food, cool ambiance, good vibes, friendly staff, and open late! They also have a very generous loyalty program.Vegetarian options: Falafel plate, falafel wrap, baba ghanoush, hummus, cauliflower fritters, lentil soup, different salads, tabouleh, fries…Parking: Small parking lot or there’s a Rite Aid parking lot across the street“
“Incredible. Food brought us back to our honeymoon in puglia so authentically. The panzerotti tastes just like the ones we had, and the beet salad was incredibly fresh. Service from Luca was fantastic, he made it an unforgettable experience! When people ask what my favorite restaurant is in LA I now know the answer is La Puglia without a question!“
“I'm obsessed with Impasta!! It has totally changed the way I feel about going out to eat. Typically I like to make food at home because of the extra calories and ingredients that restaurants include but I love how simple and healthy Impasta's whole menu is. I've been coming here for years but I'm so happy there is a new location in SM that's closer to home. Love the atmosphere for working during the day and going out with friends at night. Can't recommend enough.Dietary restrictions: the whole menu is gluten-free!“
“I really loved the food at Huckelberry and riding online and picking up went super smoothly. My challenge is the pricing. We had 3 breakfast burritos and the bill was $75!!!! I know I have a lot of options in town and their ingredients seemed top notch, but a $25 egg burrito is bananas.“
“Well I'm impressed at absolutely how busy this place is. And now I can tell you deservedly so. The food was very good and the people who work there from the management to the runners to the counter staff and the Busters were just all very very nice and very thoughtful.“
“We had a fantastic brunch experience! The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, the service was top-notch, and the food was absolutely delicious. I had chilaquiles. The portions were generous, absolutely delicious and the prices were a little high but it was worth it . We'll definitely be back for another tasty brunch!"“
“We had an early dinner on New Year's Eve and I had a Chicken dish and pizza which was excellent . Our server Ryan provided wonderful service, There was a lot of room between tables and eating outside was so nice was comfortable and relaxing. Recommend .“
“The Hache cheese queso burger (grass fed beef -that is better quality/ is much appreciated) is the best burger ever with the fresh avocado!! Thanks to the grill chef's making them. ! I had it as a double (with some arugula) and I made it into two meals. With a large fry. Healthier here too cause they use rice oil for the french fries (no canola or soy oil is another reason I go here). This burger place is the best healthy burger chain in CA or in the United States. Wish there was one in St. Pete. FL where my extended family is Thank you so much also for having can sugar sodas and not corn syrup ketchup. I'm going back soon, before this burgee isn't a limited time offer. I've had a bison burger years back here. As limited time burger special yum:) and that was amazing too!! Great team here and thank you for being here for us in Santa Monica!! Your food brightened my day when life has been tough lately. Even someone said to me recently.... 'you need a burger'. I'm glad I chose Burger Lounge. :))“
“These vegan croissants and pastries are so good, they're even better than what I tried in Paris!! I always get the ham & cheese, and the guava cream cheese (if they have it, it's less common). The sit-down breakfast options are good too, I tried the omelette with dill and feta and I highly recommend it! Huge portion and delicious flavors. The shakshuka was okay, I probably wouldn't get it again but the vegan poached eggs were fun.“
“This is the best cafe I’ve ever been in a long time! High quality coffee and fantastic service in a lovely environment! What else do you need to work, hang out and simply enjoy!!Wheelchair accessibility: Parking right on the back of the cafe! It’s also wheelchair friendly!“
“The peanut butter yogurt is probably their best menu item. It’s delicious and thick. The other ones I had were not as creamy but still delicious.Yoga-urt uses real fruit so you know you’re getting high-quality stuff. I wish they included one topping for free, but it’s only $1 more to add. I believe everything here is non-dairy.“
“Like what everyone said, i tried this place due to a friend's recommendation. The food is great, too bad you can't add additional proteins in your value meal. Their drinks are delicious and refreshing. It is reasonably priced, for a meal comes with a bowl + sauce + cookie. Would come back and try their other sauces - their sesame sauce is delicious so its their spicy sauce! If you like bibimbap, you would like this! its the same thing but healthier as instead of rice its more veggies like salad! love the American korean fusion!“
“I have been all over california and try local coffee shops as much as I can. I really think this is a treasure spot for local residents. The staff is so friendly and inviting. I feel like there is hope for this world after going to visit this place. After stepping into this coffee shop, there is a sense of community. The shop has a piano and small stage where there are performances Sunday afternoons visited by locals. The got the house coffee and it was really really good. Highly recommend.“
“Nothing special about the atmosphere but they keep a pretty clean place. The lunch special is awesome.... especially in santa monica. $11 after taxes for a personal pizza, a good fresh brothers salad and your drink of choice. I've seen a lot of turnover with staffing but everyone they hire seems to value customer service. This is the place for our Wednesday lunches.“
“Ordered the 12 oz. crunchy acai bowl and the 24 oz. signature acai smoothie on Uber Eats. The smoothie was amazing! I loved the balance between the acai and peanut butter flavors, and the granola was nice and crunchy, providing a unique texture that also made the smoothie rather filling. Despite it being a large smoothie, I found myself not getting bored of the flavor due to all the interesting ingredients in it. The acai bowl was also delicious, especially with the fresh fruit and chia seeds in it, though I think I'll try one without the cacao nibs inside next time--just wasn't what I was looking for! Overall, this is one of the better acai places I have tried in LA.“
“Thx for the delicious empanadas and lemon bars! So delish :)Vegetarian options: Options are availableKid-friendliness: Options are availableParking: Options are availableWheelchair accessibility: Options are availableDietary restrictions: Options are available“
“Popped in here on a Friday night recently and really enjoyed it! About an hour before close and they were busy but service was great. We were tempted by some of the tots starters but stayed with our burgers...I had a patty melt and my companion had a burger. Both were well prepared and tasted great! Had a real neighborhood feel. This restaurant is in a cluster of places in a mini courtyard. Parking is either on the street, or if you go around back there's a ramp down to parking below. Be careful not to park in the reserved spots. Meters on the street stop taking money at six, so that's where we ended up.“
“Almost a decade since the last review? This can't be?! How about the other visits to try our the other flavors?!?! IT DOESN'T MATTER. I've never tried a flavor that I didn't like here. Brought my moms, out of towners and an entire girl scout troupe (twice!) and everybody loved it. Latest visit was this month and we tried December 2023's Milk and Cookies flavor and it was great. As expected. Mint chocolate chip still rocks. The center seems especially busy on the night of our visit... Friday nights are a pain sometimes. Come by on a weekday morning and it is much calmer. Grab an espresso shot from next door and pour it over your ice cream scoop - you can thank me later.“
“This was overall a very great restaurant.They had delicious food, and food for everyone, even my picky daughter. The salads were fresh and the meat was warm. They also had some foods we hadn’t tried before, such as a type of lentil with pesto. They had some very delicious hummus and pesto. The croutons were a bit chewy, but they were otherwise very well seasoned. They also had vegan options.The service was quick and efficient. The waiters weren’t overly welcoming, but they weren’t rude. It took in between five and ten minutes to get our food, but the place wasn’t busy. Overall, it felt very safe versus a fast food restaurant.While there were a few dents, it was relatively clean. There were a few rips in the cushions and a dent or two on the floor, but it didn’t affect us in any way. As far as I could see, it was clean.“
“Had a wonderful experience at this cozy ice cream store. I've been exploring ice cream shops with vegan options and this was one of my favorites. It was delciiously tasty and creamy, will be back. It's so hard to find good vegan options and the cashier was especially knowledgeable and helpful!“
“Sabine was a star!! We are a party of 14 and an international group!!! We ordered practically everything off the menu! She did not make even one mistake!!!! And she spoke German to my German family!'n we had the best evening because of her! Thank you!!!!“
“Love me some Pono Burger. Super cute, chill vibes, and delicious food. The staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Great menu selection and an even better happy hour menu! I usually do the garlic truffle fries to start - YUM! Beware: very addicting. For the main dish, i do the salmon burger. Soo good. Amazing flavor with quality ingredients. Their salmon patty is made in house and is topped with heirloom tomato and ponzu avocado spread. The first time i had it, i was hooked - i came back the next day! LOL.“
“Rare are the times I leave a review, but this was so great that I had to leave one.A little piece of France in the heart of Santa Monica with super welcoming and available French managers where we chatted for a good time and had good pastries.Very reasonable price, I recommend.“
“Decided to try this place as it was all vegan items. I ordered the pad thai and added their beef substitute to try it. I wasn't a fan of the dish in general. The sauce was more on the sweet than tart side. The beef substitute was okay but didn't really go with pad thai. Overall, it was okay but I would have to try more items to really decide on if this place is worth it or not.“
“Ayo! Stumbled upon this cool lil cookie shop in SM. It did not disappoint and I will be coming back FoSho. I like how the cookies are smaller than the Big Cookie trend that's going on so that can taste more of their creative flavors. Also lower pricing point per cookie as well. My Fav is $100k Cookie. That thing was amazing, i was only supposed to take a bite cause i had 3 other flavors to try but Nope couldn't do it, i ate the whole thing. It had a chewy caramel center with gooey milk chocolate and crispy rice crispy's on the outside. Street parking available, they accepted cards and staff was very helpful. Come check this place out y'all!“