9 Best Kosher Restaurants In Santa Monica, California

kosher restaurants in santa monica
Sumit
Sumit 
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In the US, following Jewish dietary laws for preparing Kosher food is essential. It is because out of the 20 million Jews worldwide, more than half of them, aka 51 percent live here as compared to the 30 percent in native Israel. Santa Monica, which is a quintessential Californian beach town with world-famous beach fronts and mountain views, is a famous tourist destination for international as well as local travelers. Hence to have the genuine Kosher commitment for food preparation rather than just its style of cooking gains prominence here. Kosher in Hebrew means ‘fit’, and eating in Santa Monica’s fantastic restaurants with the right ambiance to enjoy said food is an experience to cherish. Check out the best Kosher restaurants in Santa Monica, California below!

1. Kabob By Faraj Restaurant & Kosher Meat Market


Flexibility in food is only available at Kabob by Faraj Restaurant & Kosher Meat Market in Santa Monica. While it is famous for its kabobs and Kosher meat dishes, it also has the best lavash bread, grilled tomatoes, and turshi to eat as accompaniments with these tantalizing dishes that have the locals come back again and again. The salads are added attraction and include potato, Shirazi, and house salad. Vegetarian options apart from their delicious salads include fesenjoon, a flavorful Persian stew, as well as mix vegetables, onion kabobs, and various rice preparations.

Kabob By Faraj Restaurant & Kosher Meat Market

Address: 8680 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, United States

Website: Kabob By Faraj Restaurant & Kosher Meat Market

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 8:30am - 8pm; Fri: 8:30am to 3pm, (closed on Sat)

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2. Harissa Restaurant

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Sweet Harissa Cake

Posted by Harissa Restaurant on Tuesday, July 30, 2019

For Kosher Italian and French foods, Harissa Restaurant is the best in all of LA. Their French, Tunisian and Jewish vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options make them the preferred choice among food lovers. For those who are seeking out the meat options, the best one is the royal burger, with a beef patty that comes from 100 percent grass-fed cows, as well as crispy bacon or pastrami, harissa mayo, caramelized onion, and avocado.

Harissa Restaurant

Address: 8914 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles, California, United States

Website: Harissa Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thur: 11am - 8pm; Fri: 8am - 2pm; Sun: 12pm - 7pm (closed on Sat)

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3. Habayit

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Stuffed chicken

Posted by Habayit Restaurant on Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Habayit, located on West Pico Boulevard, offers the best Kosher Mediterranean and American-Israeli food in West LA. Some of the vegetarian options include falafel balls, hummus, baba ganoush (eggplant dish) and an assortment of salads. For the rest of the people who come here for their meat options, Habayit offers the famous schwarma, the simplistic grilled schnitzel or even an excellent steak! So head on over to this food establishment for a treat to the palate and the senses.

Habayit

Address: Opposite to Chan Dara Restaurant, 11921 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, United State

Website: Habayit

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 5pm; Fri: 11am - 2pm (closed on Sat)

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4. Chick N' Chow


From all-American to Asian specialties, Chick N’ Chow provides lip-smacking delivery at the doorstep free of cost. Many loyal customers who have ordered continuously due to its fantastic taste, get rewards to order free food, which includes even their famous chicken and schnitzel fingers. A variety of Kosher options are on offer at this quick-delivery joint, from a crispy fried whole chicken to mouth-watering Oriental cuisine.

Chick N' Chow

Address: 9301 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, United States

Website: Chick N’ Chow

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11:30am - 9pm; Fri: 10am - 3pm (closed on Sat)

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5. Tel Aviv Glatt Kosher Grill

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Tel Aviv Grill on Thursday, April 23, 2020

Located at the central Plaza De Oro Shopping Center, it provides a pleasant ambiance where one can savor authentic Mediterranean cuisine. This establishment has food for all age groups and preferences. Known for its delicious, authentic Kosher beef shawarma, house kabab, schnitzel, beef and chicken steaks, hamburger and more, Tel Aviv Glatt Kosher Grill sure packs a delicious punch. Those who are vegetarian can also avail of this amazing place, as they have some of the best falafels, hummus, and pita in town!

Tel Aviv Glatt Kosher Grill

Address: 17201 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316, United States

Website: Tel Aviv Glatt Kosher Grill

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 4pm (closed on Sat)

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6. Got Kosher?


The reason that Los Angeles magazine named Got Kosher? the best non-traditional challah is because of the long queues of people outside its premises on Fridays. People from far and wide line up to buy their favorite Belgian chocolate, original pretzel challah, and the Moroccan salmon. Also, its challahs are sent to supermarkets across America due to their popularity. Also, the lengthy menu with mouthwatering French, North American, Mexican, Tunisian, and Morocco dishes, to name a few, makes it the best hang out spot in LA.

Got Kosher?

Address: 8914 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, United States

Website: Got Kosher?

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 8pm; Fri: 8am - 2:30pm (closed on Sat)

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7. Toast Cafe

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Toast Cafe is known in the local community for using fresh and natural ingredients in their food. The dishes don’t have artificial coloring at all. If you like the famous egg preparation, the omelet, then you are up for a treat; as Toast Cafe serves a monster omelet made of four eggs, filled with sauteed onions and mushrooms, topped with avocado and feta cheese. This Kosher restaurant serves all-day breakfast as well, perfect for those craving some New York scramble, shakshuka, baked fingerling potato mushroom and more. For those who want dairy-free beverages, you can ask for coffee made with almond or soya milk here.

Toast Cafe

Address: 15001 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, United States

Website: Toast Cafe

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 7:30am – 4pm; Fri: 7:30am – 2pm; Sat: 8:30am – 12am; Sun: 8am - 10pm

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8. Pat's Restaurant (Los Angeles)


Crowned as “The Reigning Queen of Kosher” by the forty-year-old Zagat survey, Pat’s Restaurant is the most sought out place for Kosher food in all of LA. It’s five-star customer service, and authentic Kosher food not only brings in most of the Jewish community in LA but most of the other local communities as well. The mouth-watering menu makes its guests coming back for more. The menu comprises various Italian pasta, scintillating steaks, and salads, perfect for a great lunch or dinner.

Pat's Restaurant

Address: 9233 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, United States

Website: Pat’s Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2pm; Sun: 5:30pm - 10pm (closed on Sat)

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9. Shiloh's Bistro & Garden

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

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Posted by Shiloh's Bistro & Garden on Thursday, February 27, 2020

A great place to hang out with the family or dine with your beloved, Shiloh’s Bistro & Garden is a popular kosher join in Los Angeles, California. Known for its limited yet flavorsome menu, the restaurant serves a choice of mouthwatering burgers as well as seafood, grilled, and other meaty entrees. During your visit, you must try the rib eye or the impossible burger. However, if you are feeling rather creative with your meal, go for their build-your-own burger. Not in the mood for burgers? No problem. You can choose from barbecue chicken salad, grilled salmon fillet, Kansas short ribs, and Le Fillet steak.

Shiloh's Bistro & Garden

Address: 8939 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035, United States

Website: Shiloh’s Bistro & Garden

Opening hours: Sun: 5:30pm - 10pm, Mon - Thu: 6:30pm - 10:30pm (closed on Fri & Sat)

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10. Ta-Eem Grill

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Posted by Taeem Grill on Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Your search for genuine, flavorsome kosher-friendly Mediterranean food ends here! Catering to food lovers of all ages, Ta-Eem Grill offers an assortment of small and medium bites that are sure to tickle your taste buds. Choose between shawarma, grilled chicken breast, falafel, rib eye steak, and a lot more. Most dishes on the menu come in four variations - pita, baguette, laffa, and plate. Known that all plates are accompanied by hummus, white cabbage, Israeli salad, and two pieces of pita bread. Remember to order the baklava at the end of your meal!

Ta-Eem Grill

Address: 7422 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Website: Ta-Eem Grill

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 3pm (closed on Sat)

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Try delicious Kosher food in Santa Monica

Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user GillyBerlin used under CC BY 2.0

The coastal city of Santa Monica near Los Angeles has a diverse food culture and tourists are spoiled for choice. The city is also frequented by travelers who prefer eating traditional Kosher food. Santa Monica and the surrounding regions have several Kosher-certified restaurants where you can eat delightful food from various regions. So for your next visit, check out the best Kosher restaurants in Santa Monica.

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Sumit lived in the UK for 10 years and experienced the hustle and bustle of the urban life. However, the serene Scottish country side is where his heart lies. He is still unable to understand Welsh...Read more

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