Socalo
4.7
868 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
Make a booking
2 people
28 Feb 2025
11:00 pm
Experiences are available.
- Neighbourhood gem
- Great for happy hour
- Good for special occasions
Private dining
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesMexican, Californian, Cocktail Bar
- Hours of OperationLunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Tue 11:30 am–8:30 pm Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number(310) 451-1655
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive ChefRaul Plascencia
- CateringBreakfast meetings, office lunches, holiday parties and celebrations of all types - we can help with your next event.
- Private party facilitiesSocalo is a California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within Santa Monica’s Gateway Hotel, we can accommodate groups of all sizes in our private dining rooms or beautiful outdoor patios.
- Private party contactBrianna Gallardo: (310) 451-1165
- AreaSanta Monica
- Cross Street20th Street
- Parking detailsFirst 90 minutes free parking, with restaurant purchase. Self-parking is available in the underground parking lot at The Gateway Hotel.
- Public transit17th Street / SMC Station - Expo Light Rail Line
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Feed Your Soul Sunday
USD 95.00 per person
Prepaid
23 Mar 2025 onlyJoin us for a special one-night-only collaborative dinner featuring James Beard-nominated Rashida Holmes of Bridgetown Roti, innovative fusion chef Tiana Gee of SoulPhil, and culinary icon Mary Sue Milliken. This gathering will be an unforgettable celebration of food, connection, and community. Expect a 4-course prix fixe family style menu filled with vibrant flavors that will feed your soul. This culinary experience is part of Regarding Her’s Women’s History Month Festival, a month-long celebration spotlighting the incredible achievements of women-led food and beverage businesses.
Offers
Happy Hour
Multiple dates availableWed - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm,Sat - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Taco Tuesday
Multiple dates availableTue - 4:00 pm - 8:15 pm
What 868 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Los Angeles
Mexican
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Tish
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.03 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Izak
VIPLos Angeles
17 reviews
5.017 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Anne
Sacramento
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 22 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Robert
VIPLos Angeles
38 reviews
2.038 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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Geo
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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andrew
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Donna
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Dave
Yosemite
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Stephanie
VIPRaleigh
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Anne
VIPLos Angeles
10 reviews
5.010 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Socalo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 451-1655.
Socalo is rated 4.7 stars by 868 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
2 people
28 Feb 2025
11:00 pm
Experiences are available.
Order delivery or takeout
1920 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1909
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross Street20th Street
- AreaSanta Monica
- Hours of OperationLunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Tue 11:30 am–8:30 pm Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesMexican, Californian, Cocktail Bar
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsFirst 90 minutes free parking, with restaurant purchase. Self-parking is available in the underground parking lot at The Gateway Hotel.
- Public transit17th Street / SMC Station - Expo Light Rail Line
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefRaul Plascencia
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(310) 451-1655
- CateringBreakfast meetings, office lunches, holiday parties and celebrations of all types - we can help with your next event.
- Private party facilitiesSocalo is a California canteen and Mexican pub from award-winning chef/owners Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken. Located within Santa Monica’s Gateway Hotel, we can accommodate groups of all sizes in our private dining rooms or beautiful outdoor patios.
- Private party contactBrianna Gallardo: (310) 451-1165