Santa Monica
Where the beach meets fine dining. Santa Monica offers upscale oceanfront restaurants and the legendary Giorgio Baldi, a celebrity pasta paradise.
Where do celebrities eat in Santa Monica?
Top celebrity restaurants in Santa Monica include Giorgio Baldi, Shutters on the Beach, The Ivy at the Shore, Chez Jay, Tar & Roses, and Cassia. Giorgio Baldi is particularly famous for high-profile celebrity sightings and exceptional Italian cuisine.
Top Celebrity Restaurants in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Dining Areas
Ocean Avenue
Giorgio Baldi, The Ivy at the Shore, Chez Jay - ocean views
Montana Avenue
Upscale neighborhood dining, brunch spots
Main Street
Blue Plate Oysterette, casual celebrity hangouts
Santa Monica Place
Upscale mall dining, Eataly LA
Giorgio Baldi: The Celebrity Pasta Destination
Giorgio Baldi is arguably the most celebrity-frequented restaurant in all of Los Angeles. This intimate Italian restaurant has hosted:
- Adele - Regularly spotted, known for loving their pasta
- Beyonce & Jay-Z - Frequent date night destination
- Kim Kardashian - Family birthday celebrations
- Jennifer Lawrence - Post-awards dinner favorite
- Taylor Swift - Squad dinners
The restaurant is known for its handmade pasta, especially the spaghetti with sea urchin, and its strict no-photo policy that keeps celebrities coming back.
Santa Monica FAQs
Top celebrity restaurants include Giorgio Baldi, Shutters on the Beach, The Ivy at the Shore, Chez Jay, Tar & Roses, and Cassia. Giorgio Baldi is the most famous for celebrity sightings.
Giorgio Baldi is the most famous celebrity restaurant in Santa Monica. This intimate Italian restaurant is a favorite of Adele, Jay-Z, Beyonce, and the Kardashians, known for its exceptional pasta and discreet service.
Giorgio Baldi accepts reservations by phone only. Call 2-3 weeks in advance for weekend dinners. Weeknights are easier to book. The restaurant has only about 12 tables, so availability is limited. Be flexible with timing.