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Santa Monica - Wally's restaurant
6.1

Wally's

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

Food: Expect variations with each bite

At Wally's, one might embark on a gastronomical journey that swings between the extremes. The Cheese & Charcuterie Board, graced with an excellent variety and generous portions, and the Truffle Spaghetti sporting a magnificent truffle flavor hit a high note. But the food's creativity often falls flat, not living up to the promise of the menu's siren call. Did someone mention inconsistent freshness and extraordinary prices for mediocre delicacies?

  • Okay Taste

    Some found food decent or okay, but not memorable or needing improvement.

  • Not Creative

    Menu sounds interesting but food doesn't deliver as promised.

Top 3 dishes at Wally's

  1. 1

    Cheese & Charcuterie Board 🏆

    Excellent variety, generous portions, and perfect for sharing among friends.

    Cheese & Charcuterie Board dish
  2. 2

    Truffle and Brie Cheese Melted on a French Baguette

    Its toasty perfection and rich flavors often praised as heavenly.

    Truffle and Brie Cheese Melted on a French Baguette dish
  3. 3

    Truffle Spaghetti

    Magnificent execution with superb, extremely fragrant truffle flavor.

    Truffle Spaghetti dish

Vibe: Exquisite setting rattled by noise

On the bright side, diners are treated to a delightful ambiance, characterized as vibrant, elegantly charming and one accompanied by a carefully curated wine selection. However, the shared wine-fuelled laughter and celebration here are often muzzled by the excessive background noise and obstructed by loud music preventing easy conversations.

  • Great Drinks

    Extensive wine list, great selection, knowledgeable staff, delightful pairing.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Loud music prevents conversation, detracting from the dining experience.

Perks: Ample parking plagued by poor service

While Wally's accommodates with valued parking convenience, something as simple as the dining experience is often soured by slow and neglectful service. Outdoor sitting under the heaters might be ordinary but put a group of 12 together in this space and you've got yourself a comfy gathering. And oh, looks like Marcellis devotedly surrendered his parking spot.

  • Easy To Park

    Offered valet and free lots, Marcellis gave up his parking spot.

  • Okay Outdoor

    Outdoor heaters and distanced tables create a nice but ordinary atmosphere

  • Bad Service

    Service failures include slow response, rudeness, and neglect, souring dining experiences.