Upper West

Name: Upper West
Address: 3321 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA, United States, 90405
Telephone: (310) 586-1111
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2680 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

**Contact us today to schedule your next event! We can accommodate parties of 10 to 150 guests**

Upper West's ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors unique to them. The bar offers Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday from 4:30-7:00pm serving refreshing craft cocktails, handcrafted beer. The dinner menu is always evolving and includes ingredients sourced locally from the Santa Monica Farmers Market as well as local farmers such as Weiser Farms and Niman Ranch. Upper West is the perfect place to book large events for 20 or more guests and is an excellent private party venue for hosting corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday festivities, rehearsal dinners, and more.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30 Sun 16:30–20:00
Phone number
(310) 586-1111
Website
http://www.theupperwest.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Nick Shipp
Catering
Prefixed or customized buffet and seated menus, with full bar service.<br />We can accommodate off site or personal home catering as well.

Location
3321 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Area
Santa Monica
Cross Street
1 block west of Centinela
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Santa Monica Blue Bus line #7Bus Stop Pico & 33rd St
Entertainment
12 foot projector screen featuring movies, shows, and sports events.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Thirsty Thursday Half-Off Wine Bottles
Multiple dates available
Join us every Thursday for a wine experience like no other, where you can enjoy 50% off most of our wine bottles. Reserve your table now and raise a glass to #ThirstyThursday!🥂

Offers

Happy Hour at Upper West
Multiple dates available
Sun - 16:30 - 19:00,Wed - Sat - 16:30 - 19:00
Every Wednesday - Sunday 4:30pm-7pm, 40% off all specialty cocktails and selected wines by the glass.

Popular dishes

BURRATAUS$19.00
tomato-cranberry chutney / frescobaldi olive oil / black chai salt / basil / dill / organic flour bread
SPICY AHI TUNA CRUNCHY RICE US$20.00
wasabi tobiko / avocado puree / jalapeno / sweet chili sauce / freeze dried soy sauce
THAI PEANUT NOODLE (room temperature) US$15.00
chilled ramen / peanut dressing / green onion
CHOPPED SALAD US$16.00
grilled red pepper / fennel / celery / apple / feta cheese / cilantro strawberry / quinoa / champs vinaigrette
- add blackened chickenUS$12.00
THE WEDGE US$19.00
iceberg / bacon / smoked blue cheese dressing / grilled corn /basil
CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD US$20.00
field greens / napa cabbage / bell pepper / basmati rice / marinated cucumber / goma dressing / crispy wonton
CHARGRILLED AVOCADO US$18.00
whipped goat cheese / hoja santa / tomato / strawberry / reduced vinegar / toasted bread
SMOKED BLUE CHEESE CHIPS US$17.00
smoked blue cheese sauce / bacon / truffle
LAMB & FENNEL SAUSAGE FLATBREAD US$21.00
Bianco Dinapoli tomato sauce / chili flakes / truffle / dried cherries / reduced vinegar / arugula
SWEET & SPICY SPARE RIBS US$22.00
sambal-honey glaze / fresno pepper / sesame / cilantro
CHARGRILLED OCTOPUS US$24.00
hummus / sweet pepper / thai basil / shaved fennel / passion fruit vinegar / sumac
GULF SHRIMP CEVICHE US$22.00
tomato broth / cilantro / fresh avocado / lime / tortilla chips
BEEF CARPACCIO US$20.00
grilled romaine / tzatziki / kalamata / pecorino / za’atar / caper-honey vinaigrette / smoked olive oil

LARGE PLATES

PAN ROASTED PITTMAN FARMS CHICKEN US$30.00
tomato & yogurt marinade / garbanzo bean & tomato stew / mango / lebneh / warm pita bread
VEGGIE CURRY (vegan) US$22.00
served with black forbidden rice
BRAISED SHORT RIB US$44.00
mashed potato / tarragon pesto / fresno
BLACKENED SALMON US$34.00
israeli couscous / tomato / piquillo / sweet yellow corn / guajillo sauce / lemon
MAC & CHEESE US$22.00
mozzarella / asiago / white cheddar / roasted pasilla pepper
MARINATED PRIME FLATIRON STEAK US$41.00
napa cabbage / red onion / smoked bacon / gorgonzola sauce
COFFEE CRUSTED KUROBUTA PORK TENDERLOIN US$40.00
goat cheese mashed potatoes / citrus demi / truffle / roasted jalapeno applesauce
SEARED WILD CAUGHT STRIPED BASS US$38.00
whipped baba ganoush / tomato confit / olive / preserved lemon / patatas bravas / herbs
STEAK TACOS (16oz) US$47.00
fresh guac / salsa verde / queso fresco / fajita veggies

SANDWICHES

all sandwiches are served with fries

FLANNERY BEEF CHEESEBURGER US$22.00
american cheese / worcestershire-caramelized onions / pickles / arugula / so-cal sauce
- add thick cut nueski’s bacon US$5.00
ROASTED VEGGIE BURGER US$20.00
housemade veggie patty / grilled pineapple relish / piquillo pepper / smoked tomato aioli / toasted brioche bun
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH US$21.00
blue cheese cole slaw / hot sauce mayo / bread & butter pickles

VEGGIES & SIDES

GARLICKY GREEN BEANS US$16.00
beech mushrooms / leeks / mustard seed / pedro vinegar
ROASTED SWEET CORN US$16.00
avocado-cilantro butter / smoked paprika / cotija cheese
FRIED SWEET POTATO US$15.00
chimichurri / queso fresco / harry’s strawberries
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER US$16.00
chimichurri spice / barberries / tahini / pine nuts / toasted panko
GRILLED ARTICHOKE HEARTS US$18.00
citrus aioli / fennel pollen / parmigiano-reggiano / herbs

Cocktails

ESPRESSO MARTINI US$16.00
HONEY RYE US$15.00
sazerac rye / barenjager honey / orange bitters
CUCUMBER MARTINI US$15.00
wheatly vodka / cucumber / mint / lemon
EL DIABLO US$15.00
pueblo viejo tequila / jalapeno puree / dried lime
SPANISH MANHATTAN US$15.00
buffalo trace bourbon / vermut (Spanish Vermouth) / jerry thomas own decanter bitters
STRAWBERRY FIELDS US$15.00
hendrick’s gin / strawberry / basil / lemonade
BRAMBLE US$15.00
hendrick’s gin / blackberry / lemongrass / fresh lemon
THE WESTSIDER (White Sangria) US$15.00
belvedere vodka / fresh pomegranate / giffard pamplemousse / rose cava
GINGER MARGARITA US$15.00
pueblo viejo tequila / exilxir G / fresh lime
THE PALOMA US$15.00
pueblo viejo tequila / grapefruit / lime / chili lime seasoning
SEASONAL MOJITO US$15.00
fresh Seasonal fruit / mount gay rum / lime / fresh mint
SUNSET SMOKE US$16.00
mezcal / aperol / guava / fresh lime / chili lime seasoning

BEER

AMBER US$10.00
Rotating handle, please ask your server for details
PALE ALE US$10.00
Rotating handle, please ask your server for details
KRONENBOURG 1664 US$10.00
Euro Pale Lager / France / 5.0% ABV
EINSTOK OLEGRO, WHITE ALE US$10.00
Witbier / Iceland / 5.2 % ABV
OFFSHOOT BEER CO., RELAX IT’S JUST A HAZY IPA US$10.00
American IPA / Orange County / 6.8% ABV
ANDERSON VALLEY, BOURBON BARREL STOUT US$10.00
Wild Turkey Stout / Boonville, CA / 6.9% ABV
ALLAGASH, CURIEUX US$15.00
Triple Ale aged in Jim Beam Barrels / Portland, Maine / 11% ABV
IPA OF THE DAY US$10.00
Rotating handle, please ask your server for details
SANTA MONICA BREW WORKS, 310 US$10.00
Blonde / Santa Monica / 4.8% ABV
IPA - BLIND PIG US$11.00
Russian River Brewing Co. / Sanoma County / 6.25% ABV
PACIFICO US$10.00
Mexican Pilsner / Sinaloa - Mexico / 4.50% ABV

What 2,680 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Westside
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Upper West is a delightful neighborhood gem, offering "excellent food" and "fabulous service" with a "friendly and efficient" staff. Patrons rave about the "delicious" steak tacos, ahi crispy rice, and spicy tuna. Ideal for both intimate dinners and large groups, it boasts a "fun, hip experience" and consistently "outstanding" dining.

2,680 Reviews

D
David
VIP
Los Angeles
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent experience and food. Never disappointed here. Owner very friendly.
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Sabrina
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding as usual and our waiter Mark was fantastic as usual!
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M
Marta
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Upper West is a real gem and it's one of my two favorite restaurants on the Westside. The quality of food never ceases to amaze me and the staff is both competent and friendly. The original artworks on the wall only add to the comfort and pleasant atmosphere of the restaurant.
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Merle
VIP
Los Angeles
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
always a great experience Our “Go To” restaurant
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S
Steven
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were excellent. The dining room was very noisy but that was the only problem we had with the experience.
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Grainne
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very tasty dishes, attentive service, great drinks menu (including my favorite 20 year tawny port.) The restaurant is attractively decorated.
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msrlove
VIP
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Upper West. It’s always packed, the food is delicious and everyone is so friendly. This is definitely one of my favorite spots for dinner.
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catherine
VIP
Los Angeles
55 reviews
2.0
55 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Have been to this restaurant many times and it is one of our "Go To Places". Unfortunately last night there was a large private party (40 or so guests) celebrating a birthday party in front of the bar area. The noice level was off the charts. I could not have a conversation with my husband seated at our table in the dining area. The private party was to move in to the glassed private room for their dinner but cocktails and appetizers were set up in front of the bar and they were still there when we left after about 45 minutes. It was too noisy to stay. The owner was very nice and apologized to us several times but the set up should have been different for a group this large.
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Leonard
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great local restaurant with excellent food and bar. Reasonable prices and good service. Been many times and never disappointed.
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J
Joel
VIP
Los Angeles
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently excellent quality great variety outstanding service
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FAQs

Upper West offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Upper West also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 586-1111.

Upper West is rated 4.8 stars by 2680 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

3321 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

Additional information

Cross Street
1 block west of Centinela
Area
Santa Monica
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30 Sun 16:30–20:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Santa Monica Blue Bus line #7Bus Stop Pico & 33rd St
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nick Shipp
Entertainment
12 foot projector screen featuring movies, shows, and sports events.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theupperwest.com/
Phone number
(310) 586-1111
Catering
Prefixed or customized buffet and seated menus, with full bar service.<br />We can accommodate off site or personal home catering as well.

Upper West

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Thirsty Thursday Half-Off Wine Bottles

Happy Hour at Upper West

STEAK TACOS (16oz)

Pork Tenderloin

Curried Chicken Salad

SHARABLE PLATES

BURRATAUS$19.00

SPICY AHI TUNA CRUNCHY RICE US$20.00

THAI PEANUT NOODLE (room temperature) US$15.00

CHOPPED SALAD US$16.00

THE WEDGE US$19.00

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD US$20.00

CHARGRILLED AVOCADO US$18.00

SMOKED BLUE CHEESE CHIPS US$17.00

LAMB & FENNEL SAUSAGE FLATBREAD US$21.00

SWEET & SPICY SPARE RIBS US$22.00

CHARGRILLED OCTOPUS US$24.00

GULF SHRIMP CEVICHE US$22.00

BEEF CARPACCIO US$20.00

LARGE PLATES

PAN ROASTED PITTMAN FARMS CHICKEN US$30.00

VEGGIE CURRY (vegan) US$22.00

BRAISED SHORT RIB US$44.00

BLACKENED SALMON US$34.00

MAC & CHEESE US$22.00

MARINATED PRIME FLATIRON STEAK US$41.00

COFFEE CRUSTED KUROBUTA PORK TENDERLOIN US$40.00

SEARED WILD CAUGHT STRIPED BASS US$38.00

STEAK TACOS (16oz) US$47.00

SANDWICHES

FLANNERY BEEF CHEESEBURGER US$22.00

ROASTED VEGGIE BURGER US$20.00

FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH US$21.00

VEGGIES & SIDES

GARLICKY GREEN BEANS US$16.00

ROASTED SWEET CORN US$16.00

FRIED SWEET POTATO US$15.00

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER US$16.00

GRILLED ARTICHOKE HEARTS US$18.00

Cocktails

ESPRESSO MARTINI US$16.00

HONEY RYE US$15.00

CUCUMBER MARTINI US$15.00

EL DIABLO US$15.00

SPANISH MANHATTAN US$15.00

STRAWBERRY FIELDS US$15.00

BRAMBLE US$15.00

THE WESTSIDER (White Sangria) US$15.00

GINGER MARGARITA US$15.00

THE PALOMA US$15.00

SEASONAL MOJITO US$15.00

SUNSET SMOKE US$16.00

BEER

AMBER US$10.00

PALE ALE US$10.00

KRONENBOURG 1664 US$10.00

EINSTOK OLEGRO, WHITE ALE US$10.00

OFFSHOOT BEER CO., RELAX IT’S JUST A HAZY IPA US$10.00

ANDERSON VALLEY, BOURBON BARREL STOUT US$10.00

ALLAGASH, CURIEUX US$15.00

IPA OF THE DAY US$10.00

SANTA MONICA BREW WORKS, 310 US$10.00

IPA - BLIND PIG US$11.00

PACIFICO US$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Upper West offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Upper West restaurant rated?

Is Upper West currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information