The Best Santa Monica Seaside Cafes

Relaxation at it's best; Santa Monica Seaside is the place to kick back and chill with your loved ones, or even alone. You can sit and feel the ocean breeze and get some much needed rest and relaxation. This article will tell you some great places to do that and have a bite to eat in a seaside cafe in Santa Monica. They are in order from casual to the most pricey choices.

First up, head over to Big Dean's Oceanfront Cafe. This is where all the locals meet to hang out, eat and chill together. They have a great ambiance; especially if you are looking for a place that Santa Monica is famous for. Then this is it. Children are welcome as well. Family friendly as well as singles; you can't go wrong here. Food is comprised mainly of Boardwalk fair. Beer, soda's and great burgers. Tons of good comfort food choices. Enjoy it and take in that ocean breeze as it's a seaside cafe as well. Prices are very reasonable. Dress is definitely beach casual.

Big Dean's Oceanfront Cafe
1615 Ocean Front
Santa Monica, CA
(310) 393-2666

Mexican faire the thing you are looking for? Then if fast food at the seaside cafe pier is what you seek; try Gilbert's El Indio. It's a Santa Monica staple and has been for 30 years. The burritos are huge and could easily be shared. Loud and fun, this place is kid friendly and generally you can get it to go and eat it as you stroll along the beach. Prices are $ 8. on average and the portions are good sized.

Gilbert's El Indio
2526 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA
(310) 450-8057

Next up, is Rusty's Surf Ranch. Casual and fun, this place is like Hollywood, oceanside. You won't be disappointed with the ambiance of the place. The dress is beach casual and kids are welcome. Food is great here and the drinks aren't bad either. Give the Caribbean Jerk s try. Their beach burgers are great too. Seaside, and open, this place is fun. Prices are $5. to $15. per person depending on what you get.

Rusty's Surf Ranch
256 Santa Monica Pier
(310) 393-PIER