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April 2024 by Mimi W.
Centrally located at Pike & Rose area and always seem to busy on weekend brunch time especially if the weather's nice and the outdoor seating is filled. Definitely a cool beachy CA vibe. Been here several times on dates in the main dining area as well as the bar. Drinks are nice, but the food was average. I wanted to like the place cause of the vibe and keep trying, but the food wasn't up to my expectations. I've had the ceviche, which didn't seem very fresh and the fish was buried in a host of other stuff, the trout lacked flavor, the crispy chicken sandwich also needed more flavor, and a 3-egg breakfast which frankly I could've made better. I'll give it a 2 for the food compared to price, 4 for service, and 4 for ambiance.
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April 2024 by Group Subscriptions
The onlyThing redeemable about this place is the bartender Yabesera . The sangria was good and she made good drinks1. They acted like they couldn’t seat us in a sunnier area even though there was plenty of seats available2. I ordered the short rib hash and they told me it wasn’t available even though it was within brunch hours3. The food arrived mixed and they mixed up the orders so we switched plated4. There was a hair in the food and had to send it back5. On top of the food arriving with hair in it the breakfast platter arrived with French fries instead of hash browns that come with the meal . They basically acted like they ran out and new asked us how we felt about the substitute lol6. The replacement plate arrives and actually has hashbrowns but the order still ain’t right for my friendSpoke to a manager about the experience who semi tried to correct the fact that my friend still didn’t have food which they got right on the third try . We received no comps for the meal and simply paid and leftWorst experience i have had in a long time at a restaurant . Wouldn’t recommend anyone done here .
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April 2024 by Meka M.
Visited with a party of 8 and the service was great. However, that food lacked flavor. I ordered mixed green salad, which was supposed to have vinaigrette dressing, but all I tasted was oil. And I had the skirt steak which was flavorless. My family ordered an array of items from pancakes, chicken sandwich, hamburger, fish and chips. I would not return because my food was not good. But, again the service was great and the decor is nice.
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March 2024 by Toni K.
This was our second visit. I love the Southern CA vibe - very airy and beachy! We made a reservation last weekend. Despite having a reservation, parties head of us W/O reservations were sat. I walked up to the hostess stand just to remind them, hey we're still here and had a reservation. We were seated in a high traffic area near the server's station. The 2 oversized booths nearby were empty. I refrained from asking to be moved, as I presumed, they were being reserved for larger parties. Nope. A party of 2 were immediately sat after us. I'm guessing.. we weren't blonde enough! I cringed each time employees squeezed behind us with a tray of dishes and HOT coffee.. and lost how many times our chairs were bumped. Note, they add 3% additional fee on the bill but I didn't try to have it taken off (you can), as I had enough of the chaotic environment. The food was decent.. but then, how can you get waffles, potatoes, and breakfast sandwiches wrong. The only saving grace was our waiter Ray - he was so attentive and kind. Second and last time at this establishment.
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March 2024 by Tommy Y.
Summer House Santa Monica sits in the center of Pike & Rose, it's a fantastic location and they really take advantage of the space with good outdoor seating arrangements! We got the Bucatini Pomodoro Pasta with Prime Beef Meatball with Spicy Salami & Burrata Pizza. I enjoy a good pasta dish, so I have to be critical on this one; the bucatini pasta itself was of high quality, it had a nice al dente bite to it and the sauce coated the pasta nicely, which is a sign of quality pasta noodles. The sauce was just alright in my opinion, more on the sweeter side with a hint of basil, and the parmesan cheese was nice, but for $18 for just the Pomodoro pasta on its own is quite a lot for it not to hit all the points. I had to add the Prime Beef Meatball topping for an extra $4, and even that was just alright in terms of flavor, and it was a bit on the small side for costing that much in my opinion. The Pizza was pretty tasty though, the dough had a nice bake on it, and the ingredients they used were fresh and good quality: the cheese, the basil, the salami. Overall I wish the dishes I ate in particular, had a bit more depth to it for how much it costs, whether it be portion size or flavor. The service was great though, and the restaurant itself is very beautiful with its interior décor, and it's great outdoor seating options in the heart of Pike & Rose! I definitely want to try other dishes next time, as well as some drinks.
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March 2024 by Nancy Ann
Nester was our waiter/server. He was so attentive and watchful of the guests' needs and drink orders. All the staff were friendly. The food was delicious. We had the lobster tail and steak. Phenomenal space for a wedding.
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March 2024 by Katherine J.
I love love LOVE Summer House! I've been here a couple of times and eaten both inside and outside and it is always lovely. The food is always good and the menu has a nice variety so something for everyone! Plus they have the yummiest cookies that are a must-have dessert! Usually busy so I recommend making a reservation ahead of time! Plus parking in the area can be a little tricky so give yourself a few extra minutes to secure parking.
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March 2024 by Mau-En Lee
Delicious food and something for everyone for family and friends to bond
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March 2024 by Nicholas Miles
overall, a cute place for a meal. i thought the food was pretty good. it could have been better if my steak was hot enough to melt the butter it came with. the highlight of the evening was our server, Dawson, who was absolutely exceptional!!!
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March 2024 by gabriela hubbard
Arrived on a busy early Sunday eve with no reservation and the hostess B seated us in a 4 top booth for the two of us-incredibly cozy & comfortable. Our server Dawson was terrific, fired our food quickly as we were on a tight schedule. Food was fresh, tasty & the portions are a terrific value. A super relaxing and efficient meal after a busy weekend. We will be back!
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March 2024 by Reza Golesorkhi
Service was horrific. Our service was MIA. Flagged down one the managers (tall gentlemen with a beard) and he disappeared for 5 minutes to bring our bill. How can they justify charging a restaurant surcharge when they don’t have the basics down.
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March 2024 by Kelsey S.
1. The decor was very cute and modern. There was a very large crowd which made the restaurant a little on the louder side but I was able to hear everyone clearly at my table. I was most impressed with the wait/ bussing staff. I constantly saw them cleaning all the tables around us and taking away cups and plates that were no longer being used. Our party had waited a pretty long time for water to arrive at our table to the waitress sent two free apps to the table while we put in our food order. Chips and guac and Brussels were SO GOOOOODDDD. I could have eaten them all day. I ordered a prosciutto pizza with an egg on it. Perfect crust and sauce to cheese ratio. I would have loved to choose how my egg was cooked on top as it was a little underdone to my taste. I ate around the middle and then reheated it as leftovers the next day and the egg was to my liking after reheating. Followed the reheat directions on the box and it came out superb!
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March 2024 by Tami W.
Good food but not worth the prices- The cheeseburger was $20 and it was just that, a cheeseburger. Our server was friendly and attentive-Nice decor and ambiance, maybe come see n for Happy Hour one day, not a new lunch spot for me.
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March 2024 by
The service is great and the ambiance is beautiful. Not too bright or too dark with nice plant decorations. The food is well seasoned and tasty, and the prices are reasonable for the experience. I would go back again. It's also in an awesome location near stores and a movie theater if you have to wait or have plans for before or after the meal.
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March 2024 by PLev
Excellent food and superior service, despite drinks taking a long time to be delivered. Our servers were friendly and were engaging. Assuming there was not enough staff at the bar. Brunch entrees and pizza were delicious. Appetizer meatballs were outstanding! We will return.