Cobi's

The 20 Best Restaurants In Santa Monica - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Sleepy Santa Monica needed Cobi’s. The interior and patio are alive with floral everything, from lamps to dishware, and the speakers pump out infectious reggae and soul. But you're not just coming here to sit in a colorful room that always seems to be in a good mood. The menu here is full of bold spins on Indonesian curries, juicy pork dumplings, and a kanpachi crudo with coconut milk and finger line so good it'll haunt you for a week. Head to Cobi’s for date nights, group dinners, or fun weekend brunches that don’t require a reservation." - brant cox, sylvio martins, arden shore, cathy park

"The pink building with green trim is the first sign that Cobi's will charm you, and then there's the dining room, where frilly, floral touches (Pink wallpaper! Mismatched tables and chairs!) and a patio with more flowers set the scene for a lively atmosphere. Discover Thai and Malaysian delights along with other influences on this broad Southeast Asian menu. Start with dumplings, satay or curry puffs, those crispy triangular shells filled with curried split peas and potatoes sided by pickled onion and tamarind ketchup. From there, pick a curry or a wood-grilled main dish such as grilled prawns in a ginger and yellow bean sauce. You won't go wrong with scallops on the half shell or butter chicken with tomato masala, while prix fixe options include a smattering of dishes selected by the chef." - Michelin Inspector

The Best LA Restaurants For Picky Eaters - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"The last time you tried to impress your spice-adverse spouse with a new curry place, the night ended in arguments and a midnight Pepcid run. This time, head to Cobi’s. This loud, maximalist Santa Monica spot serves dishes like beef rendang, butter chicken, and African curry with sweet potato that deliver big flavors at mild heat levels. Even the ominously named Devil’s Chicken isn’t more than a ripple on the Scoville scale. The non-curry dishes are also interesting (and not spicy), like a killer coconut milk kanpachi and Thai-style grilled chicken." - brant cox

The Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Los Angeles, According to Eater Editors | Eater LA

"The Westside has lost some great patios, including Venice’s now-closed the Rose, but Cobi’s remains an outstanding option right off Main Street in Santa Monica. Sit amongst the plants on the cozy patio, and order South Asian dishes like nasi goreng, beef rendang, and dry-aged branzino with yellow curry. Head over on weekends for a mimosa flight and roti wraps." - Rebecca Roland

The 18 Best Restaurants in Santa Monica | Eater LA

"In Cobi’s pink, flower-strewn dining room, which leans hard into its maximalist grandmacore, diners can enjoy dishes that span the Southeast Asian diaspora. Indonesian classics like nasi goreng and beef rendang share menu space with toasted rice-pocked chicken larb, papaya salad, and a peanut-infused African curry. The weekend scene is also worth checking out, especially its brunch-time fried chicken, which offers heat from Thai chiles and a touch of sweetness." - Matthew Kang