Hotel Shangri-La

Cinemiller 

on Citysearch

13 years ago

This 'Dining Room' is among the worst restaurants in Santa Monica, especially at the price point. I ordered their fried chicken, which was a battered chicken breast still covered in skin. One of the side was a pickled onion salad. I'm not kidding. When the waitress noticed I was revolted, she brought cooked spinach... with the stalks still attached. My daughter's fish was... Enough -- this place should convert to a music venue and forget food. 

misstrace79 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Delicious food and wonderful service – I threw a friend her bachelorette party dinner here and it was great. The staff is helpful and patient. I had no problem making a reservation, changing the number of guests at the last minute, or getting seated before our entire party had arrived. Everything we ordered was delicious and the wine menu was very accomodating; They had wine from 35 dollar bottles to 300 dollar bottles. The ambiance is beautiful and comfortable. I would highly recommend this place for a party, or romantic di... read more

Martha Burr 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Citysearch Editorial Review – After a $30-million renovation, the 1939 art deco landmark known as Shangri-La has finally given visitors a glamorous restaurant overlooking the sea. Visually amped up with The Edison's Marc Smith’s streamlined modern design, the space looks across the street to Pacific Palisades Park with a broad ocean view. The space gleams with lacquered teak and fine crystal as chic locals and well-heeled guests lounge in buttery leather chairs. A younger crowd also gathers for cocktails around the luxe pool... read more