Penthouse Restaurant

310-394-5454
1111 2nd St
Santa Monica, CA 90403
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Message from the Business

Hello, gorgeous: In a town where looking good is king, the Huntley Hotel's 18th floor restaurant with 360-degree views is nothing less than a royal stunner.
Featuring contemporary American cuisine with bold global influences, The Huntley Hotel introduces The Penthouse, a breathtaking restaurant and ultra lounge, where beach cabanas and open skies meet silver bars and open flames. Famed designer Thomas Schoos has teamed up with executive chef Seth Greenburg to manifest a new visual celebration of the senses. Drawing inspiration from the foods of France, Spain and beyond, Chef Greenburg presents a menu utilizing seasonal ingredients sourced from the Santa Monica farmers' markets combined with unique ingredients from across the globe to create a variety of innovative and delectable dishes. This is the place to "see & be seen." Dine amongst A-List Celebrities as well as Westside locals. Visit our website for a virtual tour and make your brunch, lunch and dinner reservations online at The Penthouse.
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Top Sentiments among Penthouse Restaurant Reviewers

Pleasant dinner Amazing desserts Expensive drinks Best margaritas Fresh Green Crunch Salad Great entrees Excellent salmon Recommend crab cakes Big Shrimp cocktail Great steaks

Customer Reviews (74 reviews)

kara nortman

on Citysearch Oct 28, 2009
The service and ambiance at The Penthouse is second to none. For this reason alone, it should be on your list of places to try in LA. The food is good, some of the dishes are excellent (the tomato Mozzarella flatbread,... (more)

pinkgirl8

on Citysearch Jul 12, 2009
Great girls night spot or date night as well. (more)

lmac22

on Citysearch May 10, 2009
There's no denying that this place is beautiful and the view is amazing especially on the ocean side. I was really looking forward to having brunch here for a special occasion but was very disappointed. The food was... (more)

DenaG

on Citysearch Nov 18, 2008
Great place to meet for drinks especially for a date or with out of town friends. The views are amazing, try to head over before sunset. Sunday bruch offers spectacular views on a clear day. The food is good and I've gone... (more)

swellison

on Citysearch Nov 07, 2008
This restaurant has an excellent location, in the top floor of The Huntley Hotel, and the food was very good. Unfortunately, the staff keeps dishing out billing discrepancies. At first, the waitress gave us a bill... (more)

Jeremy90405

on Citysearch Oct 26, 2008
Going to The Penthouse was for dinner was interesting as I have never gone for food- mainly just the drinks. But I was very pleased with everything- from the service to the high quality, very reasonablely priced... (more)

Mar Yvette

on Citysearch Oct 07, 2008
Situated on the top floor of the Huntley Hotel, this all-day destination treats guests to panoramic views of the Pacific and beyond--on a clear day you can see as far south as LAX and as far east as Downtown L.A. Yes,... (more)

victoriaboards

on Yahoo Sep 22, 2008
They have changed from the casual Toppers that I loved to some high-tech, all white, we are so so cool and have an attitude kind of place. The view is stil great so go for drinks and just expect high priced ok food if you... (more)

AttnSue

on Citysearch Sep 04, 2008
I tell you what.... I did not like this place the first time I went for dinner and I was not overjoyed to hear that my girlfriends were going to meet there for cocktails... but I went again hoping for a better experience.... (more)

roncore

on Citysearch Sep 03, 2008
Had dinner with my family and we all were impressed by the layout. The food was incredible with a nice starter off with Pork belly with pickled cauiflower and hard boiled egg, Frizee salad, then an amazing pepper... (more)

Tarktheshark

on Citysearch Aug 26, 2008
This is, by far, the best looking restaurant in L.A. I was there at night but can just imagine that the views during the day are breathtaking. The crowd and food was great!!! Just reserved a table for my birthday dinner... (more)

CMonti

on Citysearch Aug 24, 2008
I am Italian and very particular about dining out. I appreciate all types of cuisine and i would recommend The Penthouse to a food lover that would like to spend some memorable time in a excellent ambiance. The first... (more)

sassofrass74

on Citysearch Aug 24, 2008
My husband and I finally decided to try the Penthouse restaurant at the top of the Huntley Hotel this weekend and all I have to say is? I cannot believe we waited so long!!!! We were greeted with a warm smile by an adorable... (more)

monicalalala

on Citysearch Aug 24, 2008
I've known of the Penthouse for quite some time, but I didn't have the occasion to visit until I was entertaining some out-of-town guests. Why had I waited so long?! No one needs to wait for an occasion to see and... (more)

ShaneGoodyear

on Citysearch Aug 24, 2008
I love the restaurant and the bar was amazing! I would recommend it for a night out on the town or even just a drink at the end of the day and it is a perfect place for a romantic getaway! The food was tasty and worth every... (more)

justaskme

on Citysearch Aug 17, 2008
The views are amazing!! The food was really good, but not the best I've ever had. Our waiter was extremely friendly and went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. I did request a window table since it was a... (more)

julietchristine68

on Citysearch Jul 21, 2008
I will not go back! I was there this past Sunday. the Huntley has the worst customer service in Los Angeles. When I got there the valet didn't come to assist me and merely pointed to drive off the drive-way. They never... (more)

MrPeter

on Citysearch Jul 11, 2008
Ok, it deserves more than the two stars I gave it... but I had to bring some balance to the people who are giving it five. My major complaint: This is santa monica, not the club of the month in hollywood. Just made me miss... (more)

steve

on Yahoo Jul 03, 2008
Great view, ambiance, decor, nice staff, excellent service, fast valet, BUT food is not as good. Albacore appetizer was bland. Shrimp cocktail was big but boring. I had better steaks at Norms. Wanna have a nice bone... (more)

SGR

on Yahoo Jun 26, 2008
What a beautiful place, I gasped when I stepped off the elevator and into this heavenly restaurant! There was the beautiful view of the Santa Monica Bay, beautiful decor and beutiful people hanging out and about the... (more)
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