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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 3038 reviews

What User likes about The Independence:
When we walked in it looked like another bar but the food was off the charts. I'm very picky when it comes to Cioppino but this was up there with Rock'N Fish in manhattan Beach and Scomas in SF. The Salmon and Branzino were great too. View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Independence:
Service was awful, waitress couldn't explain the endless Mimosa during brunch when different juices are added... so when we were still confused, she just got frustrated and her attitude continued during the entire meal. Food was good but we left unhappy and not wanting to go back. View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 20 reviews

When we walked in it looked like another bar but the food was off the charts. I'm very picky when it comes to Cioppino but this was up there with Rock'N Fish in...

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This was my second time here and it was great. The food was delicious and the mimosas we on POINT! my only note is the price of the bottomless mimosas. is prett...

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Love the food and our waiter,Chris! He made sure we were well taken care of.

Inside or outside dining, this is a wonderful spot. Damon the manager is exceptionally nice and our waiters (because this is my second time dining there in the...

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Reservations a must on a weekend! Otherwise you'll be waiting an hour or more! That being said, we had reservations and was promptly seated. The brunch menu is...

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The Independence in Santa Monica offers a wonderful dining experience with top-notch food and service. The menu has a diverse selection, including excellent Cioppino, salmon, and Branzino. The atmosphere is cool, the staff is friendly, and the overall vibe is great. While there were some minor complaints about noise levels and fruit fly issues, the staff made an effort to accommodate diners. The cocktails, including a fantastic skinny margarita, are a hit, along with delicious dishes such as oysters, fish and chips, and the Indy burger. With great attention to detail, this is definitely a must-visit spot in LA.

Opentable
4.7 ★ from 373 reviews
NolanWood
13.08.2023 - 12:53

This restaurant was a blast with great service. The waffles were absolutely delicious!

OpenTable
13.08.2023 - 12:53

Food was very good. We went on a Friday for lunch at it was not too busy. Nice ambience and good service. A bit pricey but that is to be expected considering th...

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OpenTable
13.08.2023 - 12:53

The service and people are so welcoming and helpful….gave us several incredible recommends on other places during our 5 day vacation. We tried several which wer...

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FaridC
13.08.2023 - 12:53

The waitress was very kind , always smiling and making sure everything was ok

OpenTable
13.08.2023 - 12:53

The best place for brunch! The staff is very friendly and the food is delicious.

Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 1475 reviews
Chris
22.07.2023 - 01:14

We were looking for a place to enjoy dinner with friends when we stumbled across Independence and decided give the place a try. The choices were diverse. I comb...

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Ulrika
22.07.2023 - 01:14

Absolutely one of the best places to go. Food is exceptional and the service is great. I highly recommend.

Allyce
22.07.2023 - 01:14

Fabulous place,food,staff!Would recommend to anyone coming to the area.

Suki
22.07.2023 - 01:14

Great spot in Santa Monica to have brunch, mimosas on weekdays, and a fine little menu to choose from. Public parking across the street, beach one block away. T...

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KC
22.07.2023 - 01:14

Keeping it simple: Food, drinks, service……….all five stars! Portions are large and they do offer a pretty good bottomless mimosa (I think it’s $27 and limit is...

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Sirved
4.3 ★ from 1190 reviews

Friendly greetings at the doorstep, immediately sitting and water offered directly from the owner. server was very friendly, efficient and used perfect attentio...

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When they are in the mood to eat in a restaurant with the Californian atmosphere, this is the place. has a nice cool atmosphere with friendly staff. but they wo...

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This is our second time to The Independence and yet again the service and the food were amazing, we ate the Smash Burger and the Pilz Burger, both so delicious...

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Is in best location next to public parking on the beach next to the 3rd street and hotels. they have the best self-award very friendly. eating is amazing where...

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The Independence is a wonderful dining experience in Santa Monica. Have been quite a few times. I?ve had the oysters, fish and chips, salmon, and wings. Each di...

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