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Sonoma Wine Garden
(Now Closed)Wine Bar, New American Restaurant, and Mediterranean Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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LaraDecember 23, 2015One of my fave romantic restaurants. The outside seating is cute and cozy. Their bacon wrapped dates were amazing. Had their salmon, and it was great too. All in all, 10/10.
Connie ChiuMay 31, 2015The outdoor garden + a bottle of wine + a cheese and charcuterie plate + truffle fries = the most delicious romantic thing ever.
Queenie C.July 30, 2012The olives are good & meaty, went well w/the bruschetta sheep's milk ricotta. The pork belly skewers are juicy big bites of flavor, & went well w/the marinara sauce. Free brownies when u check in!
Sheryl ValenciaOctober 21, 2012Great atmosphere. Sat in front of the fire pit/place. Self serving wine station - heart of Santa Monica. Got the brownie bites for checking in. I'll definitely frequent this place
Meg FarmerAugust 11, 2016Good vibes, great happy hour specials, bar is always full of a fun/sophisticated crowd, but you can get caught in the tourist scene a bit.
Shirley YuJune 8, 2014Pork belly skewers were delicious but I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture. I liked that it came with greens
Mary Colette NatashaJanuary 12, 2015Great rooftop. Nice choice of wine but some of the staff didn't really seem to be happy to be there...
Akiko IAugust 10, 2014Surprisingly they got a great bar food - try their fried polenta! U can even taste "chateau d'y quem" :)- David ChilesJuly 8, 2012A great place to meet new people and have a half a glass of wine. Been going here since the day it opened. Very crowded.
Rebecca MDecember 29, 2016The pizza was good, but came suspiciously quickly. Excellent service at a very busy time!
Gianelle VeisJune 30, 2012Love Sonoma Wine Garden--the food, the service, the atmosphere, the views. Love.
paisleyMay 8, 2011Beet salad is great & has avocado! Veggie pizza was stellar too. If you're conflicted, choose beet salad over Petaluma chicken salad
krisha mendozaJanuary 4, 2011order the french fries and the dessert with the peanut butter ice cream. the ice cream is all the flavor of peanut butter minus the sticky mouth!
Drew LucasJanuary 1, 2012HUGE fan of this place - amazing BRUNCH! Bellinis are insane. Charcuterie plate is off the hook!
This place rocks. Great food, wine and sweet atmosphere. Also all the employees were super friendly!
David WindeyMarch 8, 2012Great place to relax, wine, small plates and enjoy. Thanks for the brownie special
Brett RothenbergMarch 12, 2012Try the Bruschetta - Bruschetta of sheep’s milk ricotta, olives, and California olive oil
Tony LontanoJuly 15, 2014Table was outside...good was excellent ...wine as well ...service of waiters could be improved ...
BordeauxWinesMarch 1, 2012There’s nothing better than sipping on a glass of Bordeaux while watching the Pacific waves roll in. Relax and sip away!
Miss JaneFebruary 24, 2013Rooftops great BUT I finished b4 my friend was served, messed up our order, waited an hr! Took hers off the bill. Def disconnection btween kitchen & server. Tasty but pressed for time.. don't bother!
John TroskoOctober 10, 2010The green lights in the trees make it a bit too Disney California Adventure. Perfect for the Iowa set... a little too manufactured.- krisha mendozaJanuary 4, 2011order the dessert with the peanut butter ice cream! all the flavor of peanut butter minus the sticky mouth!!
Erik de VreezeAugust 4, 2011We waited 30 mins before 1 of the 3 in my party got their dinner (pizza) while we ate and finished before her. Then I was not given my 4square checkin special, even after mentioning it to the manager!
Robert is Excellent! KNOWS his wines! Very well! Great service w/Rob! Super nice (& cute!) ;0)
Order Rosso Di Toscano for red wine, and items with Truffles - Garden Salad Pizza and Steak with Truffle Fries.
- Brett RothenbergMarch 12, 2012Try the Italian Sausage - Grilled sausage (peperonata with salsa verde)
Biten MeinDecember 29, 2012Truffle fries are good. Spicy lamb meatball pasta was anything but. Hamburger lacked flavor. Service was ok. Price was ok. Over all, it's a "eh". Might go back to try something else. Maybe
Moriah- I understand. Same problem (especially 2 weeks ago). Please understand that they just opened august... and try the chicken!
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Sonoma Wine Garden
395 Santa Monica Pl #300
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
Sonoma Wine Garden showcases signature bold Mediterranean flavors with a California touch.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(424) 214-4560
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Two things: barrel aged negroni is insanely good. The grilled cheese is heavy, delicious and should be paired with the pepper jam"
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"Super cute place with great wines. If you come on a Tuesday select appetizers are 50% off!"
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"By far one of the Becker charcuterie boards I’ve ever had. The smoked duck is a must try! And a phenomenal wine list, with vibes to match."
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