Rusty's SM Pier

Seafood restaurant · Santa Monica

Rusty's SM Pier

Seafood restaurant · Santa Monica

256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Highlights

Catch the laid-back vibe at The Craftsman, a surf-themed bar on the Santa Monica Pier where locals enjoy tasty seafood, shuffleboard, and live tunes.

256 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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"Santa Monica’s The Craftsman has reopened their dining room and streetside patio. They’re requiring masks, and have a bunch of other rules in place you can read about on their website. Open 5pm-12am most days, but check their Instagram for the latest hours." - brett keating

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@infatuation

"The Craftsman is uncomfortably close to the Third Street Promenade, but don’t let that turn you off. Their crowd is less tourists and more people who actually live in the neighborhood, stopping in for the daily Happy Hour and the live music on weekends. Order some excellent tater tots, and hang out near the shuffleboard table to find someone as committed to that game as you are." - brett keating

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Pink Jdr

Google

Food was great, kalamari and shrimp was yummy. I wish the salmon was a soft cut and a bit bigger. Chicken sandwich was wonderful and juicy. Fries here are good and crispy. Overall not bad just wish it was more cleaner.

Meli Sanchez

Google

You walk-in, look through the menu, and then go place your order. The atmosphere was nice. Food: shrimp cocktail was a 3 out of 5. It was too small for the price, the flavor was just okay, Not worth the $$. Tacos: 3 out of 5, they were just okay. Calamari: was good but chewy, 4 out of 5. Steak and potato, good 4 out of 5. Fried shrimp: 5 out of 5. The shrimp was the best compared to the other meals. Salad was good,

Annie Berrios

Google

If you're looking for a classic, fun-filled dining experience on the Santa Monica Pier, Rusty's SM Pier is a great choice. With its delicious food, stunning location, and casual vibe, it's a must-visit for anyone visiting the area.

Gary Hindson

Google

We had a light lunch at Rusty's on the pier. Reasonably priced for the location and the food was tasty. You have to order at the bar/counter and beers were served in plastic cups but we still enjoyed it.

milla.hairart

Google

While strolling along the pier, I was drawn to this appealing restaurant. The sounds of laughter and singing emanating from the place piqued my interest. The enticing smell of fried seafood sealed the deal. I ordered the coconut shrimp, fried calamari and onion rings. This might have been the best coconut shrimp I've ever had - succulent, sweet, and well-seasoned. I was thoroughly impressed. The calamari was tender and had a great breading. I highly recommend it.

Cindy J-G

Google

We sat outside n were able to enjoy the view of the Pier. Surf n turf was well seasoned. Shrimp was delicious. Fries were warm n tasty. Hamburger patty needed a little more seasoning. You order at entrance and table service is not offered once food is delivered.

Jessica Schneider

Google

Relaxed vibes are here on the pier! We loved our. The chicken sandwhich was super juicy and flavirable. The fries had nice heat. My friend loved the tacos. Overall the customer service was really friendly. Only thing i wish was things were bit cleaner. Example some flues wander in the back of the place.

Sharon Lagana

Google

All of the food was AMAZING! We had the muscles/clams, a burger, and the salmon with salad & potatoes. Super friendly staff, fast service, and great atmosphere! Would absolutely ear here again & 100% recommend.