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Santa Monica - Robata Bar restaurant
5.8

Robata Bar

  • Santa Monica
  • $$$
  • Elevated
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Flavors accentuate the fiscal bite

At Robata Bar, the Kobe beef skewer is star, turning heads with its robust flavors. The chicken and mashed potatoes dish is like poetry in motion while the Chilean SeaBass & shrimp skewers, perfectly cooked, delight in every bite. However, the creativity of the menu is dampened by the somewhat pedestrian taste, small portions, and the high price point of dishes.

  • Great Creativity

    Original, flavorful plates with each having a unique, attractive appeal.

  • Okay Taste

    Food edible and decent flavor but overshadowed by cost and long wait.

  • Low Quality

    Stale, bland, or improperly prepared ingredients diminishing food experience.

Top 3 dishes at Robata Bar

  1. 1

    Chilean Seabass & Shrimp Skewers 🏆

    Chilean seabass skewers are cooked perfectly with awesome taste.

    Chilean Seabass & Shrimp Skewers dish
  2. 2

    Yellow Tail Chili Paste on Crispy Rice

    Most love the flavor combination and texture of the crispy rice.

    Yellow Tail Chili Paste on Crispy Rice dish
  3. 3

    Yellow Tail Special Sashimi

    Yellowtail special sashimi described as fresh, delicious, and amazing by patrons.

    Yellow Tail Special Sashimi dish

Vibe: Trendy, with a side of debate

The restaurant teeters between the extremes of ambiance and lights. The ocean view adds a romantic glow, while the drinks divide opinions. The real crowd-puller, however, is the cozy setup, ticking all the boxes for a date night. The trendy, people-watching patio and mixed vibes make it a place of contradictions.

  • Great for Dates

    Intimate and cozy setup, ideal for romantic and private date experiences.

  • Okay Drinks

    Varied opinions on drinks; some found the selection extensive, others limited.

Perks: Service: A dichotomy in experiences

Experience at Robata Bar is a mixed bag, with parking options eliciting varied reactions. The music tends to get loud, and the cramped outdoor seating doesn't add to the charm. While service is friendly, making reservations could be like navigating a labyrinth. Group parties might struggle to find comfortable seating.

  • Okay Service

    Mixed experiences, with some noting slow service despite friendly staff

  • Hard To Hear

    Super loud music, noisy bar area, disruptive to dining experience.