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Santa Monica - Sugar Palm restaurant
4.1

Sugar Palm

  • Santa Monica
  • $$$
  • American
  • Upscale
  • Food
    okay
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    bad

Food: Thrills and spills in the taste

Sugar Palm has caught the eye of many food lovers with its Dutch Baby bursting with cheesecake batter, and an unexpectedly healthy Breakfast Burrito. The Duck Confit Chilaquiles is another mouthwatering offering. However, the restaurant’s creativity and unique vegetarian takes do not always translate into flavorful dishes. The menus' taste hovers between average and exceptional, leaving some customers wanting more.

  • Very Creative

    Unique vegetarian options are both creative and delicious.

  • Okay Taste

    Reviews reflect mixed experiences with food ranging from average to exceptional.

  • Bad Value

    Standard menu prices may not represent the same value as specials.

Top 3 dishes at Sugar Palm

  1. 1

    Dutch Baby 🏆

    Delicious, large, and filled with tasty cheesecake batter and berries.

    Dutch Baby dish
  2. 2

    Breakfast Burrito

    Includes salad, offering a surprisingly healthy breakfast option.

    Breakfast Burrito dish
  3. 3

    Duck Confit Chilaquiles

    Large portion, filled with layers of flavorful goodness.

    Duck Confit Chilaquiles dish

Vibe: Flawless ambiance with killer drinks

Stepping into Sugar Palm, you are immediately enveloped by a well-lit ambiance, with terrazzo floors and minimal music enhancing the atmosphere. The knockout drinks delivered by attentive bartenders, complemented by the occasional complimentary wine tasting, add to the overall positive vibe of the restaurant.

  • Great Ambiance

    Terrazzo floors, good lighting, minimal music created a very fitting ambiance.

Perks: Check-ins questionable, service hit-or-miss

Sugar Palm offers conveniences like free valet parking and suitable cabana table options for groups. Their service, however, can be slow and unprofessional. Checking-in can also be confusing, leaving some customers unsure of how to proceed upon arrival. The outdoor seating is fantastic, great for dining with pets, but these perks are slightly eclipsed by the inconsistent service.

  • Great Outdoor

    Spacious, warm, comfortable outdoor seating perfect for dining with pets

  • Hard To Reserve

    Trouble figuring out check-in process upon arrival with reservation.