"A night at Le Great Outdoor in Santa Monica feels less like you’re eating at a restaurant and more like you crashed an outdoor potluck. The entire operation takes place in a plant-filled corner of a parking lot. You’ll sit on picnic tables, drink wine like its mineral water, and eat vegetables, meats, and seafood that were cooked right next to you on giant Santa Maria grills. Surprising to no one: this is an excellent place to bring your dog. " - brant cox