Cozy Bars in Santa Monica
When the vibe matters as much as the drink, head to one of these cozy Santa Monica bars. Think warm lighting, comfortable corners, and cocktails worth savoring.
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Roots Indian Bistro
Cozy retreat — cozy & casual ambiance with $ drinks
Modern Indian bistro on Melrose for flavorful curries and relaxed date-night dinners.
Spelling Thai Bistro
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Cozy La Brea Thai bistro for comforting classics and customizable heat.
Yagul Cafe
Cozy retreat — cozy & casual ambiance with $ drinks
Wilshire Blvd neighborhood cafe for specialty drinks and easy daytime hangs.
401k food and wine
Cozy retreat — cozy & intimate ambiance with $ drinks
Neighborhood wine bar in Venice for relaxed pours and low-key date nights.
Indian Masala House
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Comforting Indian curries and tandoori classics in a relaxed Encino dining room.
Solidarity
Cozy retreat — casual & trendy ambiance with $ drinks
Popular Santa Monica neighborhood restaurant for a lively, shareable night out.
Simpang Venice
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Laid-back Venice spot for Indonesian-Southeast Asian comfort food and shareable plates.
Kai Ramen Santa Monica
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Montana Ave neighborhood ramen shop for comforting bowls and easy, no-fuss meals.
Rabano
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Casual Main Street spot for fresh bowls, salads, and all-day breakfast burritos.
Forma Restaurant & Cheese Bar Santa Monica
Cozy retreat — upscale & cozy ambiance with $$ drinks
Cheese-obsessed Italian dining on Montana Ave, built for cozy date nights.
Sara The Wine Bar & Restaurant
Cozy retreat — cozy & intimate ambiance with $ drinks
Culver City neighborhood wine bar for lingering glasses, small plates, and low-key dates.
U-Zen
Cozy retreat — casual & cozy ambiance with $ drinks
Neighborhood sushi restaurant on Santa Monica Blvd for reliable rolls and relaxed dinners.
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