Suggestions for Casual places near Los Angeles

Pamela W. • June 15, 2014Delicious garden burger and fries. Draft beer. Nice casual atmosphere

Rob B. • August 11, 2011The most private and family friendly stretch of the Santa Monica - Venice Beach area. Great place to relax with friends, family or chill by yourself. Very relaxing.

Thomas C. • October 14, 2015Hidden gem! Really casual, unassuming Hawaiian burger joint. The ingredients are organic, and the service is phenomenal. Check the seasonal menu and get a pitcher of Scrimshaw for only $21. Trust.

James K. • September 19, 2019Great steaks, chill vibe and interesting history. I’ll be coming back for sure!! 🥩🍸

Daria Z. • June 9, 2015A casual place two minutes from the beach. Truly healthy food with ample amount of options to chose from. Fast, nutritious, and pleasant. Highly recommend.

Alex P. • March 22, 2017Fantastic fast casual middle eastern restaurant. But pricy but I travel from Venice all the time just to eat there. You can also get wifi from next door.

Haley V. • October 15, 2018Chill vibe, outdoor seating, and great breakfast burritos. A hangout for surfers and skateboarders. The design plays tribute to the original Zephyr skateboard shop

Fifi S. • April 27, 2015Very cool, laid back, casual carribean food place. Crowded but worth it. If you really don't like spicy avoid the jerk chicken

Bridget G. • January 29, 2022Really good casual tacos spot. Guac, marg & fish tacos are all really really tasty.

Green Light Districts Santa Monica • February 14, 2012The Urth Caffé sells all organic specialty coffees, coffee drinks, teas, coffee-making equipment, high-quality health conscious meals, and exquisite desserts in a casual atmosphere.

Natalie K. • May 26, 2016Amazing for lunch. Pretty healthy & fish is very fresh

Cherith Z. • March 9, 2015Lots of seating, authentic food. Good place to relax and have a conversation

Ingrid B. • January 17, 2012Great music, relaxing atmosphere, and amazing service. Ahola!!

Ting W. • September 3, 2013Nice and laid back place for pool and a beer!

Abu Aya K. • August 29, 2016Great place to chill and the restaurant downstairs

Maria E. • May 13, 2013Great place - stylish and casual. The bar choice is wide. I had an Ahi burger and really loved it. Recommend both for lunch and drinks.

Meg F. • June 29, 2012Great place to relax, read, or study on a sunny day.

Arsalan H. • December 29, 2018Chill , great espresso

Justis G. • March 30, 2019Such a chill, no frills oasis in SM for good breakfast/bagels and bottomless coffee.

A • November 23, 2018Super fun, laid back atmosphere. Very different than Venice. Go enjoy and relax.

Joshua V. • September 30, 2016I love the salads here. Best spot in Santa Monica for tasty salads. Worth checking out for sure!

Pamela L. • August 8, 2017The place is neat and clean! All the food is really good 👌🏼 different healthy choices for the ones interested 🌿🌯

Klára J. • April 1, 2018The huckleberry donut is the Best!❤️

Julia P. • June 18, 2016Nitro coffee. Definitely worth the hype (and I usually only drink hot coffee)

Joe S. • June 1, 2016lox is perfect, so is the pastrami

Seph M. • January 30, 2015One of the best casual brunch spots in Santa Monica, with a broad, eclectic menu. But expect a long wait on weekends.