Upper West

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Celebrate in style with globally inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and fully customizable event spaces for any occasion.

06/03/2026

We’re offering Continental Breakfast at Upper West! ☕🥐
Perfect for corporate meetings, team gatherings, networking events, business presentations, and private celebrations.
Contact us to learn more and reserve your date: (310) 586-1111

05/29/2026

Ever wondered what makes Maker’s Mark one of the most iconic bourbons in America?

At our Maker’s Mark Whiskey Dinner, you’ll get to experience it firsthand, starting with a handcrafted Bourbon Sour welcome cocktail, followed by a guided tasting of five Maker’s Mark whiskies paired with a specially curated dinner.

📅 June 16th | 6:30 PM
Reservations: 310-586-1111

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Upper West as we bring together exceptional whiskey, elevated dining, and a warm...
05/28/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Upper West as we bring together exceptional whiskey, elevated dining, and a warm atmosphere for a special Maker’s Mark Whiskey Dinner. A night designed for whiskey lovers, food enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys great flavors, good company, and unique experiences.

📅 Tuesday, June 16th
⏰ 6:30 PM

Limited seating available.
Reservations:
📞 310-586-1111

05/18/2026

What a night last Saturday at The Upper West ✨

From the music and lights to the DJ, drummers, dancing, and nonstop energy - the atmosphere was truly unforgettable. Seeing the restaurant full of people celebrating, dancing, and enjoying the food, drinks, and every moment of the night is exactly what makes events like these so special for us to host.

05/08/2026

Thank you so much to Riot Games for choosing us to host your event!
Our restaurant was filled with amazing people, great conversations, delicious buffet, wine, and such an incredible atmosphere all night long 🍷🤍

Looking to host your next corporate event, private dinner, or special celebration with us? Contact us for more details at (310) 586-1111

05/03/2026
04/28/2026

Monday night work flow!

04/23/2026

Where the noise turns into flavor 👨🏼‍🍳

New on the menu ✨Golden, crispy chicken schnitzel - lightly pan-fried to perfection, finished with a silky lemon butter ...
04/16/2026

New on the menu ✨

Golden, crispy chicken schnitzel - lightly pan-fried to perfection, finished with a silky lemon butter sauce.
Served over fresh arugula and sweet cherry tomatoes, all tied together with a rich balsamic reduction 🍋🥂

It was a pleasure meeting you guys last night. Hope to see you more often.  ❤️
04/11/2026

It was a pleasure meeting you guys last night. Hope to see you more often. ❤️

Summer just got a little more exciting at The Upper West ☀️We’ve added a few new dishes to the menu:• Burrata with green...
03/27/2026

Summer just got a little more exciting at The Upper West ☀️
We’ve added a few new dishes to the menu:

• Burrata with green apple & blackberry panzanella, baby tomatoes, black chai salt, Thai basil & dill
• Gulf Shrimp Ceviche with tomato broth, cilantro, avocado, lime & crispy tortilla chips
• Miso Salmon served with brown rice, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, edamame & gochujang aioli

And to top it off meet your new summer coktail:
The Irish Maid: light, refreshing, and the perfect cocktail to pair with it all.
Reserve your table today! (310) 586-1111

03/20/2026

The Spot Irish Whiskey tasting was more than just an event… it was a vibe. 🥃✨

Amazing people, great energy, and one of those nights where everything just flows — good drinks, beautiful food, and real connection around the table.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the night so special. 🤍

This is exactly how we love our tasting events. 🥃Seeing the community come together, meeting new faces, sharing conversa...
03/20/2026

This is exactly how we love our tasting events. 🥃
Seeing the community come together, meeting new faces, sharing conversations over great whiskey and incredible dishes, it’s what these nights are all about.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, to Chef Nick Shipp for the amazing dishes, and to Jalen Lewis for guiding us through the whiskey and elevating the entire experience.

03/18/2026

16 years of The Upper West, and it’s all because of you.
Thank you for growing with us - we’re just getting started. ✨

Sixteen years ago, we opened our doors with a vision, passion, and dream. Today, The Upper West is so much more than a r...
03/17/2026

Sixteen years ago, we opened our doors with a vision, passion, and dream. Today, The Upper West is so much more than a restaurant, it’s a home, a community, a place filled with memories.

To our incredible guests, thank you for being part of this journey. Some of you have been with us from the beginning, and over the years, you’ve truly become family.
Here’s to 16 beautiful years… and many more to come. 🥂

03/13/2026

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us at a special Irish Whiskey Tasting Evening. 🍀🥃

📅 Monday, March 16 | 6:30 PM
💵 $97 per person + tax & tip

We are almost sold out, so if you’d like to join us for this special St. Patrick’s celebration, make sure to reserve your seat soon. Sláinte!

03/05/2026

We hosted a corporate event at Upper West yesterday. The evening was filled with great vibes, crafted drinks, and a beautifully plated dinner served to our guests.
If you’re planning a corporate event, private gathering, or special celebration, contact us for more information or to reserve your event.
📞 (310) 586-1111

03/05/2026

Raise a glass with us for a special Irish whiskey evening.
Join us for a guided tasting featuring Spot Irish Whiskey and a handcrafted welcome cocktail to start the night right. Smooth pours, great company, and a touch of Irish spirit in the air. 🍀🥃

Monday, March 16 | 6:30 PM
$97 per person + tax & tip

Seats are limited, reserve your spot and celebrate the night before St. Patrick’s Day with us.

02/27/2026

An Irish Maiden.
A lucky leprechaun.
And a fine Irish whiskey.

Join us the night before St. Patrick’s Day for an Irish whiskey tasting featuring Spot Irish Whiskey and a signature welcome cocktail crafted just for the evening.
Great whiskey. Great vibes. A little Irish magic. 🍀

Monday, March 16 | 6:30 PM
$97 per person + tax & tip
Reserve your spot today: (310) 586-1111

Join us for a night of exceptional whiskey, elevated cuisine, and great community. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and a guided...
02/27/2026

Join us for a night of exceptional whiskey, elevated cuisine, and great community. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and a guided tasting of four Spot Irish Whiskey expressions paired with a four-course menu by Executive Chef Nick Shipp.

Monday, March 16 | 6:30 PM
$97 per person + tax & tip

Limited seating. Reserve your spot. 🥃

02/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Art Opening! ✨
The energy in the was incredible, beautiful art on the walls, amazing conversations, wines pouring, and delicious appetizers served.

Come for the cuisine, enjoy the art, and make it an unforgettable dinner with us at The Upper West. 🎨🍷🍽️

Address

3321 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA
90405

Opening Hours

Wednesday 4:30pm - 9pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 9pm
Friday 4:30pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 5pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 8pm

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