Rustic Canyon

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

"Rustic Canyon has been doing farm-to-table dining (without the pretension or white tablecloths) since before it was cliche. Like every other seasonal spot, their menu changes all the time, so go ahead and embrace eating those vegetables you can only find for one week of the year. Your parents, out-of-towners, and early-in-the-game dates will all love it here." - brant cox, sylvio martins, arden shore, cathy park

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"Jeremy Fox’s acclaimed Santa Monica restaurant is hosting an “LA x LA” dinner series this summer that pairs the kitchen with New Orleans-based chefs. The series kicks off on July 17 with chef Mike Stoltzfus of Coquette cooking alongside the restaurant’s chef Elijah Deleon; reservations are available on Resy. Future collaborations include chef Michael Gulotta (Mopho and Tana Italian), chef Ana Castro (Lengua Madra and Acamaya), and Jewel of the South." - Rebecca Roland

"A sense of community and warm hospitality pervade this beloved Santa Monica institution—it feels like your favorite neighborhood spot, even if you’ve traveled miles to dine here. The menu of shareable plates overseen by Chef/owner Jeremy Fox is market-driven even by California standards, a fact that’s proudly advertised with the inclusion of a bevy of local farmers’ names. A prime example is Zuckerman's delta asparagus, plating the vibrant green stalks in alternating layers over a sauce gribiche with grated lemon zest and chicken skin crackling. The quality of the produce is exceptional, and the cooking is simple and hearty, as in poached Mt. Lassen trout atop a bed of sauerkraut in a Riesling wine sauce mixed with smoked trout roe and finely cut chives." - Michelin Inspector

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"You can rent out Rustic Canyon’s sidewalk (up to 12 people) or the whole damn restaurant. The sunny Santa Monica space can hold up to 120 people, where you’ll be served a seasonal rotation of beers and wines, plus a four-course meal. Capacity: 12 on the outdoor patio, plus buyouts available." - sylvio martins

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"You’ve sat through a million terrible work dinners where you have to nod while Helen brings up her kid’s archery championship for the fifth time. But when you’re actually excited about going to dinner with clients you actually like, Rustic Canyon is a great choice. This Santa Monica staple is loud without being unbearable, the service is good but not overbearing, and the food is just plain great. The wine list is also one of the best on the Westside, so it’s safe to bring that one person with the intimidating, climate-controlled home cellar." - jess basser sanders, amy clark, brant cox