Shoreside Restaurant and Bar

So first of all let's thank The Misfit down the street for closing down their patio, since that's how we came to be at this gorgeous, high-quality outdoor restaurant for the first time. My partner's parents had offered to fund a nice gift dinner for us, and when our first plan fell through, we set to furiously searching for the perfect steak. Fortunately, this great little spot absolutely made our night. It's a beautiful glass-walled garden with sofas and chairs and heaters: all the upsides of outdoor dining with none of the downsides. We started by splitting a salad and a drink, and the staff separated them as a courtesy without being asked. The salad was quite decent in size and construction. The drink got us both pretty sozzled - very generous pour! Then came the entrees and sides. My partner had the coffee-rubbed ribeye, and I had the salmon, and we shared each other pieces. Both were *amazing*. Now, some background. I was raised vegetarian, & still eat less meat than average. I don't normally share my partner's taste for beef, but I'll try a bite now and again, and usually just become satisfied that I know my tastes well enough. This is possibly the first & only time in my life that I've eaten a bite of steak and thought, "I could eat this whole thing. Gosh, wow, I *want* to eat this whole thing." It was juicy and flavorful and a delicate medium-rare texture. I now understand the appeal of steak in a way that I never did before today. Fortunately, my salmon was also delicious, a generous portion, perfectly cooked, buttery-soft and hearty, with a mild flavor. And all the sides - broccolini, carrots, fingerling potatoes, black rice, an add-on of sautéed mushrooms - were also expertly crafted, and well portioned. So I didn't have to beg my partner for scraps of ribeye like the human golden retriever I am. Now, I should also mention, she is a truly expert steak connoisseur as only a tiny anemic woman can be, having consumed hundreds of steak dinners over her lifetime. And *she* says it was among the top tier of steaks *she'd* ever had. We finished off by sharing a perfectly pulled double espresso, to balance out the alcohol. The staff were all very kind, communicative, and solicitous - I didn't catch everyone's name, but our server was Lily and she was fantastic. Everyone was knowledgeable and responsive about our allergy concerns, so we had a great, celiac-safe, gluten-free dinner, with many options available. I would score this restaurant very highly on allergy friendliness. The atmosphere was good, and the warm, comfortable seating area was easily in the top tier of patios I've seen. We'll definitely be back.

Excellent choice as our original plan was derailed. Our server Owen was awesome! All of our dishes were delicious, we cleaned our plates. Drinks were nice and sophisticated. Highly recommend Shoreside!

This was a lovely hotel at a great price. Amazing views, unbeatable location. Kind staff, great restaurants (the one in the hotel and the Mexican restaurant adjacent are both very good). Lovely pool area, we were able to use late Jan/early Feb bc it’s heated. Provided a free crib for our baby. All around great, we would love to come back!

We dined at lunch and once at dinner. It was great. The lobster roll is absolutely amazing. If you’d like drink try the espresso martini drink. The rainbow salad was also refreshing. Thank you for our server ( can’t remember the name) but all were great.

Victoria was attentive and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Even when it’s busy, she stays calm, professional, and friendly. You can tell she genuinely cares about doing a good job, and that makes all the difference. The half chicken was really tasty.

After a nice evening stroll at the Santa Monica Pier Boardwalk, my friend and I stumbled into this gorgeous little spot known as the Shoreside Hotel. We sat next to a fire that we enjoyed very much, and there was also a fountain behind us with a pool in the distance. The service and the atmosphere were great. The drinks were also really good, and we created memories for a lifetime.

Lobster roll was delicious! Friendly staff. Great location. We ordered the truffle fries which were definitely not truffle fries, we did question it and they disagreed with us so we let it slide. Nice meal though

Wonderful restaurant with delicious options for breakfast, and dinner. We stayed at the hotel and were able to eat with children, and explored the kids menu and the waffles were the hit. We also dined at the adjacent restaurant and that was also good, Mexican food. We will be back soon for another staycation. Try the avocado toast and the crudo, must have!

Sunday Brunch at Shoreside is the perfect way to unwind and soak in those iconic beachside skies. Sip on refreshing cocktails, enjoy live music from 11 AM-2 PM, and indulge in a menu full of delicious options. Whether you're craving a tender prime filet mignon, a loaded lobster roll, or prefer to graze on a beautifully curated charcuterie board filled with artisanal cheeses, spreads, and cured selections, there's something for every brunch lover. Dine poolside or indoors with a view of the water--either way, the experience at the Shoreside Hotel Santa Monica is unforgettable.

Very good service and the food was delicious. Sat outside with warm heaters. Nice ambiance by the pool.

TL;DR: Not worth it. Dry chicken in salad, overworked and unseasoned beef for the burger (read: dry), unseasoned/unbuttered lobster in lobster roll, inattentive and aloof staff who didn't seem to care whether we had a bad experience or not. This was our last night in town and decided to "treat" with something nice. On our trip we've had some really good food in unsuspecting places, and we didn't anticipate this to be any different. Unfortunately it was the worst food experience of our 7 day trip. Ambiance is modern and stylish, at first thought you'd think "this place is in a prime location and cares to get it right" and "we are about to be amazed"! Both are wrong. We stood outside the host stand for a good 8 minutes before someone came meandering up asking us if we needed help, then asked if we'd like a table. 4 people standing there waiting at the host stand staring at him; of course we want a table. We are taken to a table and seated, asked if we are staying at the hotel - to which we responded "no" and then he disappeared. Only to come back 5 minutes later to ask us for a "name for the table" then a "last initial" and then, "would you like to leave a phone number?" No thank you. Then he said "have a good night", which surprised us - we weren't sure if this guy was our server, if we had just broken a rule and can't eat there, or if that was nothing to worry about. About 2-3 minutes later our server appeared and took drink orders then rushed from the table, we had to get his attention to order an appetizer (which we were queuing to do right as the last drink was ordered, no delay until "and can we get..." as he walked away). He also didn't seem to care to be serving us. Long story short, the rest of the night was waiting, eating "mid" quality food, and being waited on in a nonchalant, almost annoyed manner. Bill was $300 at the end of the meal, and I would never eat there again. There are too many quality eateries around this immediate area that actually want your business.

Everything tasted fresh and well-seasoned, and the view/atmosphere just makes the whole experience even better. It's relaxed, clean, and perfect for a casual meal.

This place did not disappoint! Definitely worth coming here if you're in the area or need a place to have some brunch and chill by the pool! The French toast here is a must! They have this vanilla whipped cream. That is very delicious! Their potatoes could be a little crispy, but we sent it back so that they could fry it a little longer! The service here is amazing! Everyone is friendly and they constantly check up on you which I really appreciate it!

Attached to the Shore Hotel is Shoreside restaurant. Excellent ambiance and our waiter, Rafael was exceptional. They offer great choices for breakfast and dinner. I appreciate the heaters for cold morning.

Really great experience tonight for dinner at this new beautiful restaurant! Super easy to make a reservation since it is very new. If you're thinking of dining here, I highly recommend it! I went with a group of four and three of us got the burger and I got the risotto. Everything was amazing! Really high quality ingredients. I saw they had several creative vegan options too. Definitely a solid place and will be coming back! They have outdoor/indoor vibes so you feel like you're outside even when you are inside which was so nice. The wait staff were all really friendly and professional too. I am not sure about parking because we walked.

Best place in town. The service is great, and the food even better. The servers are friendly and know what to suggest. My entire party had a wonderful time. The ambiance is relaxing and welcoming.

Great service and good food. Laid back vibe. Our server, Lorena was awesome! She had a great smile to greet us, and was on top of everything we needed. Would definitely come back!