The Upper West - Santa Monica

Place Category: Contemporary American, Global, Happy Hours, International, Outside Dining, and Private Dining

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  • Locally owned and operated, Upper West opened its doors in 2010 and not long after it’s arrival on Pico Boulevard has emerged as a local favorite. Upper West’s ever-changing menu draws inspiration from around the world while maintaining eclectic flavors of our very own.

     

    Our bar offers happy hour from Wednesday-Sunday 4:30-7 pm serving refreshing craft cocktails and handcrafted beer.

     

    Our and dinner menu is always evolving and includes ingredients sourced locally from the Santa Monica Farmers market as well as local farmers such as Weiser Farms, Niman Ranch, Jimenez Family Farm, and Harries Berries. Our chef, Nick Shipp, has been described by food critics as a “mad scientist, where no two dining experiences are ever alike.”

     

    Our wall decor changes regularly, as we host one local artist for each season of the year. Make sure you come and celebrate them at our quarterly art openings.

     

    Every month, Chef Nick gets to show off his culinary talents with a special pairing dinner co-hosted by select liquor brands who will walk you through each of the individual tasting notes in accompaniment with each course. We offer whiskey, gin, and wine dinners, with a small intimate group, and we always have a great time!

     

    Upper West is the perfect place to book large reservations for 20 or more guests and is an excellent private party venue for hosting corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday festivities, rehearsal dinners and more.

  • The Upper West Dinner Menu - Santa Monica - Updated 6/17/2023
    Menu and prices subject to change

     

    SHARABLE PLATES

     

    BURRATA $16
    tomato-cranberry-chutney / frescobaldi olive oil / black chai salt / basil / dill / organic flour bread

     

    SPICY AHI TUNA CRUNCHY RICE $19
    wasabi tobiko / avocado puree / jalapeno / freeze-dried soy sauce / sweet chili sauce

     

    THAI PEANUT NOODLES $14
    chilled ramen / peanut dressing / green onion

     

    CHOPPED SALAD $16
    grilled red pepper / fennel / celery / apple / feta cheese / red onion / bulgur / champs vinaigrette dressing (add blackened chicken 8)

     

    THE WEDGE $18
    iceberg / bacon / smoked blue chesse dressing / grilled corn / basil

     

    CURRIED CHICKEN Salad $18
    field greens / napa cabbage / bell pepper / marinated cucumber / basmati rice / goma dressing / crispy wonton

     

    CHARGRILLED AVOCADO $16
    whipped goat cheese / hoja santa / tomato /reduced vinegar / pomegranate/ toasted bread

     

    SMOKE BLUE CHEESE CHIPS $15
    smoked blue cheese sauce / bacon / truffle

     

    LAMB & FENNEL SAUSAGE FLATBREAD $20
    Bianco Dinapoli tomato sauce / chili flakes / truffle / dried cherries / reduced vinegar / herbs

     

    SWEET & SPICY SPARE RIBS $21
    sambal-honey glaze /fresno pepper / cilantro / sesame

     

    HOPE RANCH MUSSELLS $24
    garlic-safron broth / tasso ham / cilantro / grilled ciabatta / p-lemon

     

    BEEF CARPACCIO $18
    grilled romaine / tzatziki / kalamata / pecorino / za’atar / caper-honey vinaigrette / smoked olive oil

     

    CHARGRILLED OCTOPUS $23
    hummus / sweet pepper / thai basil / shaved fennel / passion fruit vinegar / sumac

     

     

    LARGE PLATES

     

    PAN ROASTED PITTMAN FARMS CHICKEN $29
    tomato & yogurt marinade / garbanzo bean & tomato stew / pita / mango / lebneh

     

    SPICY VEGGIE CURRY $20
    black forbidden rice / thai basil

     

    BRAISED PRIME SHORT RIB $42
    mashed potato / tarragon pesto / fresno

     

    BLACKENED SALMON $34
    israeli couscous / tomato / piquillo / sweet yellow corn /guajillo sauce

     

    MAC & CHEESE $20
    mozzarella / asiago/ white cheddar / roasted papilla pepper

     

    MARINATED FLATIRON STEAK $39
    napa cabbage / red onion / smoked bacon / gorgonzola sauce

     

    COFFEE CRUSTED KUROBUTA PORK TENDERLOIN $38
    goat cheese mashed potatoes/ citrus demi / truffle / roasted jalapeno applesauce

     

    SEARED BAJA STRIPED BASS $37
    whipped baba ganoush / tomato confit/ olive / preserved lemon / patatas bravas / herbs

     

    STEAK TACOS FOR TWO $43
    fresh guac / salsa verde / queso fresco / black beans & rice

     

     

    SANDWICHES

     

    FLANNERY BEEF CHEESEBURGER $21
    american cheese / worcestershire-caramelized onions / pickles / arugula/ so-cal sauce ( add thick-cut nueski’s bacon 4)

     

    ROASTED VEGGIE BURGER $19
    housemade veggie patty / grilled pineapple relish / piquillo pepper / charred tomato aioli / toasted brioche bun

     

    FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH $19
    blue cheese cole slaw / hot sauce mayo / bread & butter pickles

     

     

    VEGGIES & SIDES

     

    GARLICKY GREEN BEANS $15
    beech mushrooms/ leeks / mustard seed/ pedro vinegar

     

    ROASTED SWEET CORN $14
    avocado-cilantro butter / smoke paprika / cotija cheese

     

    FRIED SWEET POTATO $14
    chimichurri / queso fresco / harry’s strawberries

     

    GRILLED ARTICHOKE HEARTS $17
    citrus aioli / fennel pollen / parmigiano-reggiano / herbs

     

    ROASTED CAULIFLOWER $15
    chimichurri spice / barberries / tahini / pine nuts / toasted panko

  • Want a fun Santa Monica private party venue? The festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. Call for details

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Address: 3321 Pico Blvd
Pico
Santa Monica
California
90405
United States
Phone Number: 310-586-1111
Website
: Closed
Mon
Closed
Tue
Closed
Wed
4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Thu
4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Fri
4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sat
4:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sun
4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Price Range: $$
Category: Contemporary American, Global, Happy Hours, International, Outside Dining, and Private Dining
Features:
  • Bar Dining
  • Counter Seating
  • Entertainment
  • Gluten Free Options
  • Happy Hour
  • Open Late
  • Outside Seating
  • Private Dining
  • Take-Out
Alcohol Offerings:
  • Beer
  • Full Bar
  • Personal Wines Welcome with Corkage
  • Wine
Credit Cards:
  • AMEX
  • Master Card
  • Visa
Dress Code:

Casual

Entertainment Details: 12 foot projector screen featuring movies, shows, and sports events.
Parking Details: Valet Parking at 5pm daily. Cost is $8. Free Street Parking after 6pm and Sundays all day
Specials:
  • Half Price Wine Night
Reservations:
  • yes
Meals Served:
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

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