Place Category: Contemporary American, Global, Happy Hours, International, Outside Dining, and Private Dining
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 changeSHARABLE PLATES
BURRATA $16
tomato-cranberry-chutney / frescobaldi olive oil / black chai salt / basil / dill / organic flour breadSPICY AHI TUNA CRUNCHY RICE $19
wasabi tobiko / avocado puree / jalapeno / freeze-dried soy sauce / sweet chili sauceTHAI PEANUT NOODLES $14
chilled ramen / peanut dressing / green onionCHOPPED 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 / basilCURRIED CHICKEN Salad $18
field greens / napa cabbage / bell pepper / marinated cucumber / basmati rice / goma dressing / crispy wontonCHARGRILLED AVOCADO $16
whipped goat cheese / hoja santa / tomato /reduced vinegar / pomegranate/ toasted breadSMOKE BLUE CHEESE CHIPS $15
smoked blue cheese sauce / bacon / truffleLAMB & FENNEL SAUSAGE FLATBREAD $20
Bianco Dinapoli tomato sauce / chili flakes / truffle / dried cherries / reduced vinegar / herbsSWEET & SPICY SPARE RIBS $21
sambal-honey glaze /fresno pepper / cilantro / sesameHOPE RANCH MUSSELLS $24
garlic-safron broth / tasso ham / cilantro / grilled ciabatta / p-lemonBEEF CARPACCIO $18
grilled romaine / tzatziki / kalamata / pecorino / za’atar / caper-honey vinaigrette / smoked olive oilCHARGRILLED 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 / lebnehSPICY VEGGIE CURRY $20
black forbidden rice / thai basilBRAISED PRIME SHORT RIB $42
mashed potato / tarragon pesto / fresnoBLACKENED SALMON $34
israeli couscous / tomato / piquillo / sweet yellow corn /guajillo sauceMAC & CHEESE $20
mozzarella / asiago/ white cheddar / roasted papilla pepperMARINATED FLATIRON STEAK $39
napa cabbage / red onion / smoked bacon / gorgonzola sauceCOFFEE CRUSTED KUROBUTA PORK TENDERLOIN $38
goat cheese mashed potatoes/ citrus demi / truffle / roasted jalapeno applesauceSEARED BAJA STRIPED BASS $37
whipped baba ganoush / tomato confit/ olive / preserved lemon / patatas bravas / herbsSTEAK 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 bunFRIED 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 vinegarROASTED SWEET CORN $14
avocado-cilantro butter / smoke paprika / cotija cheeseFRIED SWEET POTATO $14
chimichurri / queso fresco / harry’s strawberriesGRILLED ARTICHOKE HEARTS $17
citrus aioli / fennel pollen / parmigiano-reggiano / herbsROASTED CAULIFLOWER $15
chimichurri spice / barberries / tahini / pine nuts / toasted pankoWant 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
Happy Hour Menus and Special Deals
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: 4:30 pm - 7:00 pmMonClosedTueClosedWed4:30 pm - 7:00 pmThu4:30 pm - 7:00 pmFri4:30 pm - 7:00 pmSat4:30 pm - 7:00 pmSun4:30 pm - 7:00 pmJoin us for Happy Hour, Wednesday through Sunday from 4:30 – 7:00 PM, the perfect time to sip, snack, and ease into the evening. 40% off all specialty cocktails and Read more...
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Pico: ClosedMonClosedTueClosedWedClosedThu5:00 pm - 9:00 pmFriClosedSatClosedSunClosedThursdays 1/2 price bottles of wine Read more...
