The Misfit Bar & Restaurant

The food came out quickly and the staff were friendly. My family ordered burgers and said they were really tasty. I had the shrimp tacos, but they were a bit of a letdown — the batter was too thick and tasted like it wasn’t very fresh. The shrimp inside were tiny compared to the size of the coating, which made the whole thing feel off. Still, the overall vibe was nice, and the champagne was great.

One of the best bars in Santa Monica. Located less than a block of the Promenade, this prohibition-esk restaurant offers delicious food and solid cocktails. We love coming here for their happy hour. It’s a great place to spot in for a quick drink or bring guests for a meal. Indoor and outdoor seating available, consider this gem for your next trip to 3rd st.

The Misfit Bar & Restaurant is one of our favorite go-to hangout spots in Santa Monica. It offers a vibrant atmosphere that's perfect for a lively evening out with friends or co-workers. The drinks are consistently top-notch — creative, well-balanced, and expertly crafted. The food holds its own too, with delicious flavors and great presentation, though the menu is somewhat limited in variety. If you're looking for a quiet, intimate setting, just note that it can get a bit noisy during peak hours — but the energy and charm of the place more than make up for it. A solid choice for a fun night out!

Drinks were half off when we went on a Sat. Drinks were very good and they had a variety of liquor options. The Gin cocktails were my favorite. The chicken sandwich was delicious and the Mac & Cheese was good, but it got grainy while we were sipping our drinks.

The atmosphere that’s both elegant and inviting, vintage tile floors, velvet drapes, high ceilings, and moody lighting give it a timeless, old-school charm with a modern edge. The food was phenomenal, every dish thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. A special shoutout to the lobster mini Nik Nicks, next-level delicious. Drinks were just as impressive, handcrafted and well-balanced, and clearly made with care. And the happy hour is one of the best around. Half off all drinks until 7pm. Parking on the street can be a bit tricky, but there’s a structure nearby with the first 90 minutes free and just a couple of dollars per hour after.

What a lovely place! I ended up here on a relatively busy Saturday late afternoon after watching the sunset. I was quickly brought to the bar where I could order both drinks and food. I ordered a fantastic Japanese dream, and paired it with a nice portion of mac&cheese. The cocktail alone was worth the visit, an explosion of flavours. Plus, during happy hour, drinks are 50% off! The service was really nice, and the place seemed really popular, and was really packed with locals.

Outstanding experience! Food and drinks were A+ and their happy hour half priced cocktails....say no more to a deal that good. We got there 30min after opening and had the bar to ourselves, Got a bit busier by the time we left. Next time in the area, will have to find my way back. Oh yea, free cookies!!

Walking into this bar is like entering a speak-easy vibe from a different era, off the street. Its classy and sassy and just enough chill to be a walk-in occasion. The dish I had was spicy red pepper and walnut dip with toasted homemade pita bread and was amazing. I had a lovely white sangria with fruit, that pulled off flavor but without being heavy or syrupy. The crowd was mixed, with some Real Housewives types, with casual locals, with tourists and those looking for upscale downtime chill. The place had no AC and I was pretty miserable though. The bathrooms are upstairs and single-serving and private with music blasting so loudly you can do all your business and not even a single human could hear your machinations.