Best restaurants near Shutters on the Beach
Shutters on the Beach has three on-site dining options: 1 Pico (oceanfront Southern Italian), Coast Beach Café & Bar (casual all-day beachside), and The Living Room (lobby lounge for light bites, coffee and cocktails). For more variety, walk to nearby Main Street, Third Street Promenade, or the Santa Monica Pier area, all within easy walking distance.
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On-site restaurants at Shutters on the Beach
Shutters on the Beach offers three primary venues for guests and outside diners: 1 Pico (the signature oceanfront restaurant), Coast Beach Café & Bar (casual beachside), and The Living Room (lobby lounge and terrace). All three provide ocean views and accept non-hotel diners; reservations are recommended for busier times.
Use the hotel's concierge or the restaurant contact pages to check current menus and reserve tables; the property notes that 1 Pico recommends reservations and asks larger parties of seven or more to contact the hostess directly.
- 1 Pico — Southern Italian / coastal Californian cuisine; Dinner Thu–Mon 5:30 PM–9:30 PM; Weekend Brunch Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–3:00 PM; dress code: smart casual.
- Coast Beach Café & Bar — casual, all-day beachside menu; breakfast daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM; lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–5:30 PM; weekend brunch Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–5:30 PM; dinner daily 5:30 PM–9:00 PM; bar-only Sunset Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 PM–6:00 PM.
- The Living Room and Terrace — lobby lounge for coffee, light bites, tea and cocktails; open from late morning into the evening (hours vary).
| Venue | Style | Typical Service Hours (as listed) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pico | Southern Italian / Coastal | Dinner Thu–Mon 5:30–9:30 PM; Brunch Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–3:00 PM |
| Coast Beach Café & Bar | Casual beachside (breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner) | Breakfast 7:00–11:00 AM; Weekend brunch / lunch until 5:30 PM; Dinner daily 5:30–9:00 PM |
| The Living Room and Terrace | Lobby lounge (light bites, cocktails, tea) | Late morning into late night (hours vary) |
What to order and recommended occasions
1 Pico focuses on handmade pastas and fire-grilled seafood, making it a logical choice for a leisurely dinner or weekend brunch with ocean views. The restaurant's ambiance is described as refined yet relaxed.
Coast is the go-to when you want an easy beachside meal — breakfast and brunch items such as avocado toast, smoked salmon and bagels, omelets, Eggs Benedict, and lemon ricotta pancakes appear on the weekend brunch menu. The Living Room suits coffee, afternoon tea, cocktails, and light evening bites.
- Dinner for a special evening: 1 Pico — handmade pastas, fire-grilled seafood, panoramic ocean view.
- Family breakfast or casual brunch: Coast — all-day beach café with kid-friendly options and brunch staples.
- Casual drinks or a late coffee: The Living Room — lobby lounge with cocktails, teas and light plates.
| Occasion | Best On-site Choice |
|---|---|
| Weekend brunch with ocean view | 1 Pico (brunch Sat–Sun) or Coast (weekend brunch) |
| Casual beach lunch | Coast Beach Café & Bar |
| Cocktails or tea by the lobby | The Living Room and Terrace |
Family-friendly dining
Shutters is family-friendly and all three venues welcome children; Coast is specifically described as casual and suitable for families with kids. Room service is available 24 hours and includes a kids' menu with selected items from 1 Pico and Coast.
If you need a quick, informal meal with strollers or young children, Coast’s patio seating and the hotel’s proximity to the sand make it an easy option. For quieter, sit‑down dinners, 1 Pico accepts reservations and can accommodate larger parties when arranged in advance.
- Kids’ options: available via the 24-hour room service kids' menu and Coast’s family-oriented menu items.
- Seating: Coast offers indoor and al fresco patio seating; The Living Room provides relaxed seating in the lobby area.
- Reservations: Recommended for 1 Pico and for larger Coast parties; private dining is available for small groups at Coast (private room up to ~14 guests).
| Venue | Family Notes |
|---|---|
| Coast Beach Café & Bar | Casual menu, patio seating, private dining room for up to 14 |
| 1 Pico | Refined dining with ocean views; reservations recommended for families at dinner/brunch |
| The Living Room | Informal lounge seating for snacks, tea and drinks |
Nearby dining districts and walkable options
Shutters on the Beach sits directly on Santa Monica State Beach and is within easy walking distance of several local dining areas. The hotel notes Main Street and Third Street Promenade as nearby shopping and dining districts, and the Santa Monica Pier area has food vendors and casual eateries.
If you want a broader restaurant crawl, head inland from the hotel toward Main Street for neighborhood restaurants and cafes, or toward Third Street Promenade for a larger selection of chain and independent options. The hotel’s concierge can suggest current neighborhood favorites and make reservations.
- Main Street — neighborhood boutiques, cafes and restaurants; roughly a short walk from the hotel.
- Third Street Promenade — pedestrian shopping and dining area within walking distance; more variety of restaurants and chains.
- Santa Monica Pier area — casual pier vendors, snack stands, and nearby casual restaurants.
| Area | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Main Street | Local cafes, small restaurants and boutiques; good for neighborhood meals |
| Third Street Promenade | Pedestrian shopping street with chain and independent restaurants |
| Santa Monica Pier | Casual eateries and concession-style food near the amusement area |
Reservations, hours and practical tips
Reservations are highly recommended for 1 Pico (especially dinner and weekend brunch) and suggested for Coast during peak times. The Living Room’s hours vary; ask the concierge or check the hotel’s dining pages for the latest service times.
Valet parking and validation practices vary by dining venue: 1 Pico lists complimentary valet for dinner or validated weekend brunch parking options — check with the hotel for current parking and validation policies.
- 1 Pico reservations: recommended; parties of 7+ should contact the hostess directly.
- Coast reservations: recommended for large groups and weekend brunch.
- Ask concierge about current menus, special dietary needs, and walk-in availability.
| Need | What to do |
|---|---|
| Make a dinner reservation | Contact the hotel concierge or the restaurant directly |
| Visit for brunch on weekends | Reserve in advance for 1 Pico and consider earlier or later time slots at Coast |
| Parking for restaurant guests | Check current valet/validation policies with hotel or at restaurant booking |
Special dining services and events
Shutters on the Beach hosts private dining and event catering through its in-house culinary team; 1 Pico offers private dining space and the property has multiple event venues for receptions and functions. Coast Beach Café also provides private dining options for small groups.
The Living Room runs occasional evening live music and tasting events; check the hotel’s events calendar or ask Guest Services for scheduled wine dinners, music nights, or seasonal promotions.
- Private dining: 1 Pico has private dining and an event capacity listed separately; Coast offers a private dining room for about 14 guests.
- Events: The Living Room hosts music and tasting events as scheduled; the hotel organizes larger food-and-drink events for weddings and meetings.
- Catering: In-house culinary team provides catering for weddings and events across the hotel’s venues.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Private dining | Available at 1 Pico and Coast (small private room at Coast) |
| Event catering | Handled in-house for weddings and meeting spaces |
| Live entertainment | The Living Room hosts periodic live music and tasting events |
