Best Mid-Range Restaurants in Santa Monica
The best meals in Santa Monica don't always come with the biggest price tags. These mid-range restaurants hit the sweet spot — impressive food, fair prices, and no sticker shock.
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India's Grill
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Bustling Wilshire Indian spot for curries, naan, and shareable family-style feasts.
Roots Indian Bistro
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Modern Indian bistro on Melrose for flavorful curries and relaxed date-night dinners.
Blvd Indian Restaurant
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Polished Ventura Blvd spot for flavorful Indian classics and crowd-pleasing share plates.
Flavor of India - Studio City
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Popular Ventura Blvd Indian restaurant known for richly spiced curries and warm hospitality.
401k food and wine
Great value — quality wine bar at $ pricing
Neighborhood wine bar in Venice for relaxed pours and low-key date nights.
Indian Masala House
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Comforting Indian curries and tandoori classics in a relaxed Encino dining room.
UOVO Santa Monica
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Pasta-forward Italian spot just off the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.
Cafe Gratitude
Great value — quality cafe at $ pricing
Bright Venice café for an easy, feel-good brunch or mid-day reset.
Ela Greek Eats
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Bright, easygoing Greek counter-serve for quick plates near the beach.
Sol Agave
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Modern Mexican dining in Santa Monica—lively atmosphere minutes from the sand.
Solidarity
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
Popular Santa Monica neighborhood restaurant for a lively, shareable night out.
Pita House Inc
Great value — quality restaurant at $ pricing
No-fuss Santa Monica pita spot for quick Mediterranean plates and takeout-friendly meals.
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