Estate - Santa Monica

This was our first time dining at Estate. We chose to celebrate our 29th anniversary there. The service and atmosphere were impeccable (our server, Nathaniel, was exceptional). While the food was satisfactory, it was not exceptional. However, the cocktails were absolutely incredible. We definitely plan on returning, specifically for drinks and appetizers.

I think this restaurant has declined in quality. We ordered the hummus with vegetables and it came with a few celery sticks, carrots, 1 radish, and a few pieces of jicama. The presentation was lacking and there was no creativity in the vegetable selection. We also ordered a side of flatbread, but it was just packaged pita. The food was mediocre. I do not plan on returning.

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I was familiar with this location as a Sports Bar/restaurant. I am very impressed with the new incarnation. The food, ambience and service were all excellent. I especially enjoyed my Salmon dish.

Our group of six (a last minute addition of one person was easily accommodated by the restaurant) was very well pleased with the food and staff interactions. The bartender was friendly and attentive in just the right way, our waiter was excellent and answered questions easily and knowledgeably. The appetizers were interesting and delicious. As for meals, I had the special, a seafood paella that was outstanding. Another guest ordered the lamb chops and raved about them. The wait staff was attentive but not intrusive (a pet peeve of the entire group at our regular gatherings and we were charmed with our service at Estate). It was a wonderful experience from start to finish!