The Curious Palate - Santa Monica

Outstanding restaurant! We had such a fantastic experience that we dined there three days in a row :D The ingredients are fresh, the menu changes with the seasons, and the staff is attentive, helpful, and incredibly friendly. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone in Santa Monica, whether you're a local or just visiting.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Santa Monica. They genuinely prioritize quality food—though the menu is small, everything is outstanding. They also offer a great variety of beers and wines. If you're looking for something unique, I highly recommend their squash blossom tacos.

The food was fantastic! The service was extremely friendly and welcoming. We really enjoyed the curry cauliflower and chicken satay appetizers—they were delicious. The salad was fresh and flavorful as well. Everything was so good that we ended up ordering a second appetizer and dessert. We were tempted to stay longer and try everything on the menu after seeing what other diners were enjoying.

The food and service at this restaurant are always excellent! The staff and owners are friendly and welcoming. We happened to discover this place by chance one day, and I absolutely loved it! We even drive all the way from Orange County through heavy traffic just to enjoy a meal here because we like it so much. The unique American cuisine features wonderful aromas that truly set it apart. It's definitely worth the trip, and we highly recommend it!

We stumbled upon The Curious Palate while visiting Santa Monica for the day, and we’re so glad we did! It's a restaurant with seating available, but you order your food before being seated, and the staff delivers it to your table. The owner welcomed us right away and was very helpful as we were deciding on our drinks. He brought us several samples of beer, as well as some apple and kombucha drinks, which were very refreshing! I ordered the chipotle chicken sandwich with fries, and my friend chose the BLT with heirloom tomatoes on sourdough. Everything was absolutely delicious! We sat on the terrace, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in Santa Monica!