Socalo
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- Neighbourhood gem
- Great for happy hour
- Good for groups
Private dining
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesMexican, Californian, Cocktail Bar
- Hours of OperationLunch Tue–Sat 11:30–16:00 Happy Hour Tue 11:30–20:30 Wed–Fri 15:00–18:00 Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
- Phone number(310) 451-1655
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive ChefRaul Plascencia
- CateringBreakfast meetings, office lunches, holiday parties and celebrations of all types - we can help with your next event.
- Private party facilitiesSocalo is a California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within Santa Monica’s Gateway Hotel, we can accommodate groups of all sizes in our private dining rooms or beautiful outdoor patios.
- Private party contactBrianna Gallardo: (310) 451-1165
- AreaSanta Monica
- Cross Street20th Street
- Parking detailsFirst 90 minutes free parking, with restaurant purchase. Self-parking is available in the underground parking lot at The Gateway Hotel.
- Public transit17th Street / SMC Station - Expo Light Rail Line
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
New Year's Eve Taco Tuesday
31 Dec 2024 onlyWhether we’re the main event or dinner before the party, usher in the New Year with a festive Taco Tuesday celebration in Santa Monica. Ring in the New Year with $4 tacos, $5 beer and $8 cocktails and wines all day long. Enjoy Crab Tostadita with poblano peppers, Crispy Baja Shrimp Taco, Lobster Tostada with spicy aioli, Jackfruit Tinga Taco, Mushroom Dobladita, Grilled Lamb Barbacoa Taco and more.
Offers
Happy Hour
Multiple dates availableWed - Fri - 16:00 - 18:00,Sat - 16:00 - 17:00Taco Tuesday
Multiple dates availableTue - 16:00 - 20:15
What 866 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.3Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Los Angeles
Mexican
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Anne
Sacramento
1 review
5.01 review
Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Robert
VIPLos Angeles
35 reviews
2.035 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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Geo
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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andrew
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Donna
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dave
Yosemite
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Stephanie
VIPRaleigh
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Anne
VIPLos Angeles
10 reviews
5.010 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sarah
Vancouver
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Socalo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 451-1655.
Socalo is rated 4.7 stars by 866 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1909
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross Street20th Street
- AreaSanta Monica
- Hours of OperationLunch Tue–Sat 11:30–16:00 Happy Hour Tue 11:30–20:30 Wed–Fri 15:00–18:00 Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesMexican, Californian, Cocktail Bar
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsFirst 90 minutes free parking, with restaurant purchase. Self-parking is available in the underground parking lot at The Gateway Hotel.
- Public transit17th Street / SMC Station - Expo Light Rail Line
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefRaul Plascencia
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(310) 451-1655
- CateringBreakfast meetings, office lunches, holiday parties and celebrations of all types - we can help with your next event.
- Private party facilitiesSocalo is a California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within Santa Monica’s Gateway Hotel, we can accommodate groups of all sizes in our private dining rooms or beautiful outdoor patios.
- Private party contactBrianna Gallardo: (310) 451-1165