Santa Monica is a great place to savor authentic Asian cuisine. Top chefs and locals come together to celebrate good food as part of Californian culture. Although tourists travel from all over California and the United States to visit the famous Santa Monica Pier, another motivation for the influx of foodies is the mouthwatering Asian dishes in the city. The beaches here are also a major lure for tourists, with the Santa Monica State Beach being a great place to spend the afternoon. If you’re looking for mouth-watering, authentic Asian cuisine, then Santa Monica is a destination you should put at the top of your bucket list. If you’re looking for more information on these restaurants, scroll down for the top Asian restaurants in Santa Monica, California.
1. Chinois on Main
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Posted by Chinois on Main on Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Executive Chef Rene Mata utilizes French techniques and Chinese traditions at this elegant fusion restaurant. The restaurant uses only the freshest and finest local Californian ingredients. Owned by the renowned first-class world restaurateur Wolfgang Puck, Chinois on Main boasts a menu with top seafood delicacies such as Shanghai lobster and popular dishes such as Cantonese duck and Szechuan beef.
An extensive list of fine wines is also available to be paired with the 5-star cuisine at the restaurant.
Chinois on Main
Address: 2709 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Website: Chinois On Main
Opening hours: Wed - Thu: 5:30pm - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 5:30pm - 10pm; Sun: 5:30pm - 9pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
2. Cassia
Cassia uses only fresh local ingredients and specializes in the distinctive and traditional flavors of Southeast Asia. Start your meal off with Kaya toast, a trademark appetizer from Singapore, and follow it up with a green papaya salad. The restaurant serves up delicious meat dishes, such as beef rendang, and a variety of rice and noodle dishes, including kon loh mee.
Cassia
Address: 1314 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States
Website: Cassia
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 5pm - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 5pm - 10pm
3. Tiato Kitchen + Garden
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If you’re looking for incredible 5-star cuisine delivered straight to your home or hotel room then Tiato Kitchen will not disappoint. You should try out their signature dishes such as shaken beef and chicken porcini dumplings. The restaurant also boasts an array of gourmet soups and sandwiches and refreshing salads.
The eatery also offers a selection of freshly pressed juices made to order and smoothies, tea lattes, and boba tea.
Tiato Kitchen + Garden
Address: 2700 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Website: Tiato Kitchen + Garden
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 9am - 3pm; Thu: 9am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm; Fri: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm (closed on Sat and Sun)
4. Bangkok West Thai
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Bangkok West Thai takes great pride in its friendly atmosphere. The restaurant offers both authentic Thai delicacies and fusion dishes. Their popular offerings include Thai barbecue chicken, crying tiger tenderloin, and filet mignon a la Panang.
Rest assured, the restaurant and its staff will provide an experience of ‘sanuk’ with your dining experience, offering a homey ambiance and a sense of community.
Bangkok West Thai
Address: 606 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Website: Bangkok West Thai
Opening hours: 4pm - 9pm (daily)
5. BIBIBOP Asian Grill
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BIBIBOP Asian Grill focuses on healthy food while keeping affordability in mind. The iconic Santa Monica restaurant allows guests to create their own flavor mixes with customized bowls. If you feel as if the choice is too much for you, you can order some of their chef-curated bowls, such as the sweet and spicy chicken bowl and bibi fan favorite.
BIBIBOP Asian Grill
Address: 1401 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Website: BIBIBOP Asian Grill
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10:30am - 9pm; Fri - Sun: 10:30am - 10pm
6. Shores Kitchen
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Bringing you the unique flavors of Asia, Shores Kitchen also provides the great flavors of California, serving all-day breakfast, pizza, and burgers. The restaurant is located within a five-minute drive of the iconic Santa Monica Pier.
One of its signature dishes is the Shores omelet, which involves a combination of spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, and avocado. It’s also popular for its gluten-free pho.
Shores Kitchen
Address: 2720 Neilson Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Website: Shores Kitchen
Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 11am - 8:30pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
7. Noma
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Noma Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar offers locals and visitors distinct flavors of Japan. Boasting ingredients of the highest quality, Noma has its seafood delivered daily. The establishment offers an extensive range of sushi.
Noma
Address: 2031 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403, United States
Website: Noma
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 10:30pm; Sat: 12pm - 10:30pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm
8. Poom Thai Cuisine
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Poom Thai Cuisine is a trendy eatery located in Santa Monica with an extensive selection of seafood. The walls of this iconic establishment are adorned with signatures and graffiti. Come for the atmosphere and their Thai iced tea and stay for the delicious pad thai noodles.
Poom Thai Cuisine
Address: 1321, 2204 Lincoln Blvd A, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Website: Poom Thai Cuisine
Opening hours: 5pm - 1am (daily)
Take a culinary voyage through Santa Monica
This famous oceanside city truly offers some of the finest Asian dishes in southern California. Whether you’re looking for a traditional home-cooked Asian meal or trendy fusion delicacies, these restaurants are worth dining in on your visit.
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