Layla Restaurant

Restaurant · Santa Monica

"Layla has waterfront views and pretty spectacular food—a rare combination in Santa Monica. The Jordanian grill sits just off the lobby of a historic Art Deco hotel, right along that touristy stretch of Ocean Avenue. Between the glam, candlelit room and easy-to-share charcoal-grilled meats, smoky dips, and baklava mille-feuille, it's a great date spot. So book a table before word gets out. After dinner, you can ride the old-school elevator up to The Coco Club, a new rooftop bar with panoramic views of the California coastline. " - brant cox, arden shore, sylvio martins, nikko duren

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Layla Restaurant

1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Get directions

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