Buffalo Club

4.5 (418)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

1520 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Buffalo Club

4.5

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Monica

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for groups

Experience one of Santa Monica’s most charming dining destinations. The Buffalo Club invites guests to experience the Iroquois Room - an Art Deco dining room and bar inspired by the glamour and intrigue of the Roaring Twenties - or to dine beneath the stars in our lush, English Garden Courtyard.

Established in 1994 by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning writer Anthony Yerkovich, The Buffalo Club has long been a celebrated hideaway for elevated dining, cocktails, and unforgettable evenings. Our Executive Chef presents internationally-inspired New American cuisine, thoughtfully crafted with a focus on exceptional ingredients and timeless French technique.

Reservations are encouraged.

As a full-service fine-dining restaurant, we do not accept reservations for drinks only. Guests joining us exclusively for cocktails are warmly welcomed at the bar on a walk-in basis.

Discover more at www.buffaloclub.com

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Global, International
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 450-8600 ext. 1
Website
http://www.buffaloclub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Marcelino Robles
Catering
Available for outside events, The Buffalo Club prepares Executive Chef Patrick Healys signature dishes at your home or party venue and coordinates all details, including rentals, floor plans, staffing, decor, music, parking and anything else you may need to make it memorable.
Private party facilities
With an elegant indoor dining room and enchanting outdoor spaces, The Buffalo Club offers a setting that is indeed transportive: perfect for an intimate dinner, celebratory evening, or private event. For parties of 8 or more, please submit an inquiry through www.buffaloclub.com. Our team will follow up within 24 hours, Tuesday through Saturday.

Location
1520 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
16th Street and Olympic Blvd
Parking details
Valet and Street Parking
Entertainment
LATE NIGHTFriday nights the courtyard is alive with the world beats of international DJs. Enjoy an exquisite meal at The Iroquois Room or the Garden Courtyard and stay for the music, or meet some friends for a drink and dance the night away.If you cannot join us for dinner, you may make reservations for bottle service tables so you and your guests can enjoy cocktails and music together at your own table MIXOLOGY – BAR PROGRAMOur mixologists, have created custom cocktail menus, unique each to the Iroquois Room and the Garden Courtyard.Visit our web site or like us on Facebook for more information!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Baby Zucchini Blossoms$26.00
Tiger Shrimp Mousse | Thai Coconut Curry | Red Bell Pepper | Scallions
Crisp Organic Parmesan Farm Egg$20.00
Local Greens | Baby Heirloom Tomatoes | Beelers Bacon | Red Onion
Tuna Tartare$26.00
Avocado | Cucumber | Heirloom Tomato | Nori Rice | Scallions
Kumomoto Oyster Shootout$23.00
Lime-Wasabi Caviar | Ginger-Soy | Tomato-Horseradish-Worchestire
Burrata | Heirloom Tomatoes$20.00
Local Greens | Multi Grain Crouton | Basil | Olive Oil | Aged Balsamic
Tempura Soft Shell Crab$26.00
Lettuce Cups | Crunchy Vegetables | Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

Main Course Plates

Beeler's Pork Chop$49.00
Parmesan Cornmeal Cakes | Baby Spinach | Sage Noisette
Jidori Chicken Pot Pie$38.00
Jidori Chicken Breast | Local Vegetables | Bunapi | Tarragon Veloute | Biscuit Crust
Australian Barramundi$45.00
Poached in Tumeric-Lemongrass-Ginger Broth | Wilted Garlic Spinach| Crunchy Vegetables
30-day Dry Aged Prime NY Steak$79.00
Bell Pepper | Creamed Spinach | Club Fries | Upland Cress | Pt. Reyes Butter
Atlantic Salmon Pepper Steak$47.00
Toasted Garlic Cauliflower Grits | Pea Shoots | Balsamic-Port Reduction

Tableside Service

Boeuf Bourguignon$49.00
Marinated 48 hours in Red Wine | Mushrooms | Lardons | Carrots | Pearl Onions | Reduced Braising Juices | Buttered Pappardelle
Prime Ribeye Chop (serves 2)$179.00
Roasted with Fresh Thyme | Jumbo Asparagus | Cheddar-Burrata Yukons | Bone Marrow | Black Truffle Bordelaise

Vegetarian Main Courses

Impossible Moussaka$39.00
Plant Based Meat | Italian Eggplant | Kalamatas | Reggiano Bechamel | Heirloom Marinara

Sides

$15

Artisan Bread Basket | Tappenade$7.00
Street Spiced Golden Cauliflower$17.00
Pickled Raisins
Mac & Vermont Cheddar$17.00
Bread Crumbs
Szechuan Asparagus$17.00
Bunapi Mushooms
Mexicali Creamed Corn$17.00
Cotija Cheese | Cilantro
Cheddar Cheese Grit Fries$17.00
Harissa Aioli
Local Farmer Vegetables$17.00
Sweet Herbs

Cocktails & Wine by the Glass

Classic Cocktails

Aviation$17.00
Martin Miller's Gin, Lemon Juice, Luxardo Cherry, Crème de Violette, Simple Syrup
Corpse Reviver #2$17.00
Hayman's Old Tom Gin, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, Lemon Juice, Absinthe
Clover Club$17.00
Plymouth Gin, Lemon juice, Egg White, Raspberries, Simple Syrup
Sazerac$17.00
Templeton Rye, Peychaud Bitters, Absinthe, Simple Syrup
Hemingway Daiquiri$17.00
Matusalem Rum, Luxardo, Lime Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Orange Bitters
El Diablo$17.00
Casa Amigos Reposado Tequila, Crème de Cassis, Lime Juice, Soda Water, Simple Syrup

House Cocktails

Cachacaberry$17.00
Sagatiba Cachaca, Blackberries, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup
Grapefruit Fizz$17.00
Plymouth Gin, Grapefruit Juice & Bitters, Lime & Lemon Juice, Egg White
Baja Playa$17.00
Don Julio Tequila, Pomegranite Juice, Lemon Juice, Agave Nectar, Bitters
Evergreen$17.00
Ford's Gin, Persian Cucumber, Green Chartreuse, Mint, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup

Champagne & Sparkling Wines

Beau Joie, Brut, Champagne$19.00
Hubert Meyer, Cremont d'Alsace NV$16.00
Gruet, Rose, Albuquerque, New Mexico NV$16.00

White Wines / Rosé

Rosé, Grenache, Chateau Vannieres 2018$15.00
Sancerre, Jean Vincent, Loire, France 2018$17.00
Albarino, Paco & Lola, Rias Baixas, Spain 2018$16.00
Chardonnay, Chablis, Jean-Marc Brocard, France 2019$16.00
Chardonnay, ZD, California 2017$17.00

Red Wines

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Inalto, Ofena, Italy 2015$17.00
Pinot Noir, ZD, Carneros, CA. 2015$17.00
Grenache Syrah Mourvedre, Vacqueyras, Rhone, Fr. 2016$17.00
Chappellet, Mountain Cuvee, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA. 2015$18.00

Beer

Hofbrau, Original, Pilsner, Munchen-Helles, Germany$10.00
- Draught$10.00
Spaten, Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany$10.00
- Draught$10.00
Kronenbourg 1664, France$10.00
- Draught$10.00
Flying Dog Raging Bitch, Belgian Style IPA, Maryland$10.00
- Bottle$10.00
Allagash Brewing Co. Dubbel Ale, Maine$10.00
- Bottle$10.00
Lost Coast Brewery, Tangerine Wheat Ale, California$10.00
- Bottle$10.00
Unibroue, La Fin du Monde, Tripel Golden Ale, Canada$10.00
- Bottle$10.00
Samuel Smith, Nut Brown Ale, England$10.00
- Bottle$10.00
Hitachino, Red Rice Ale, Japan$10.00
- Bottle$12.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Buffalo Club.

4.5

(418)

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

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418 Reviews

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Karyn
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 7, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food the ambience the attention to detail and old school charm makes this restaurant a really really special. William the manager made sure we were enjoying our meal. Music was paired perfectly with their excellent Martini’s. Super cool bar as well. Going back soon :)
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barbara Gold
Austin23 reviews
1.0
Dined on September 13, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very Disappointing — What Happened to Buffalo Club? We went to Buffalo Club on Saturday evening with a party of four, and I honestly don’t know what has happened to this restaurant. It was one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles back in the day, which made this experience especially disappointing. There were only three people in the entire restaurant. The entire back area was closed, there was no real activity or energy, and heat lamps were sitting on the ground. The atmosphere was so strange and empty that it honestly felt like we had stepped into the Twilight Zone. There were no waiters. Our maître d’ was essentially our waiter, which was very odd. The service felt completely indifferent, as though no one really cared about the experience. Unfortunately, the food has gone downhill as well. We asked for bread, and it took an unusually long time to arrive. When it finally did, we were served what appeared to be old, stale little baguettes. They were so hard they were almost impossible to eat. If the bread was simply stale, it could have easily been refreshed with a little water and put back in the oven, but instead it was served to us as-is—and we were charged for it. We also ordered three chicken pot pies, which were extremely disappointing. The chicken tasted stale and dry, and the dish was nowhere near what we remembered or expected from Buffalo Club. Overall, it was a horrible experience—from the food and service to the strange, lifeless ambiance. It was especially sad because Buffalo Club used to be one of the restaurants in Los Angeles that we really loved. I truly don’t know what happened, but this felt like a completely different restaurant, and sadly, not a good one.
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Bill
Los Angeles36 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The beef was amazing even the left overs the next day. The desserts were fantastic.
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Tomi
Los Angeles13 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
beautiful outdoor space and an intimate indoor dining room
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Cary
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 8, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply the best, it’s like eating at home, but better!!
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gage
Los Angeles12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining at the Buffalo Club is always a 5 star experience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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susan
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Buffalo Club is one of Santa Monica's true gems! It is a favorite for a special occasion, or a mid-week treat. The service is absolutely phenomenal and the cuisine is always 5 star. Their dining room is old school decadence and they have a gorgeous patio in the warmer months. Don't miss out on their fabulous desserts - the baked Alaska is worth the indulgence!
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Amit Gold
Los Angeles19 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 10, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoy the ambiance and friendliness of the staff. They make good cocktails, but unfortunately, the food was average. We ordered the pork tomahawk and the beef bourguignon, and both were quite dry. We'd go back for drinks but for food quality/price there are better options in the area.
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Ryan
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came one evening for a small celebratory dinner with my partner. Absolutely lovely and attentive staff. It was a slower night and they really made us feel at home. Great spot!
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Sondra
Los Angeles18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place to dine in every way. A blast from the past. A real pleasure.
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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Global, International
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(310) 450-8600 ext. 1
Website
http://www.buffaloclub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Marcelino Robles
Catering
Available for outside events, The Buffalo Club prepares Executive Chef Patrick Healys signature dishes at your home or party venue and coordinates all details, including rentals, floor plans, staffing, decor, music, parking and anything else you may need to make it memorable.
Private party facilities
With an elegant indoor dining room and enchanting outdoor spaces, The Buffalo Club offers a setting that is indeed transportive: perfect for an intimate dinner, celebratory evening, or private event. For parties of 8 or more, please submit an inquiry through www.buffaloclub.com. Our team will follow up within 24 hours, Tuesday through Saturday.

Location
1520 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
16th Street and Olympic Blvd
Parking details
Valet and Street Parking
Entertainment
LATE NIGHTFriday nights the courtyard is alive with the world beats of international DJs. Enjoy an exquisite meal at The Iroquois Room or the Garden Courtyard and stay for the music, or meet some friends for a drink and dance the night away.If you cannot join us for dinner, you may make reservations for bottle service tables so you and your guests can enjoy cocktails and music together at your own table MIXOLOGY – BAR PROGRAMOur mixologists, have created custom cocktail menus, unique each to the Iroquois Room and the Garden Courtyard.Visit our web site or like us on Facebook for more information!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Buffalo Club really shines mid‑week, Wednesday evenings are a standout for Patrick Healy’s Wednesday Night French Bistro, and guests describe mid‑week and weeknight visits as relaxed, slower nights.

Quieter evenings are common, guests report slower nights and that the room “was not crowded, ” so expect relaxed, less-busy visits at times.

Yes, families dine here: one guest took their son for a graduation and reported the Buffalo Club was "awesome, " making it a welcoming choice for family celebrations with both indoor and patio seating.

Yes, Buffalo Club is a popular pick for date night, thanks to its intimate, old‑school dining rooms, a lush English Garden courtyard, and many guests recommending it for special occasions and anniversaries.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear; many guests treat the Buffalo Club as a spot for special occasions.

The Buffalo Club feels like an old‑school, speak‑easy steakhouse, white‑tablecloth dining with Sinatra‑era music, red leather booths, and a lovely courtyard patio for a warm, classic evening out.

Yes, the Buffalo Club offers a large English Garden Courtyard and patio for dining al fresco, and guests frequently mention enjoying the outdoor space in warmer months.

Buffalo Club offers an elegant indoor dining room plus two outdoor dining spaces, including a large, lush English Garden Courtyard/patio perfect for dining under the stars.

Wednesday nights are a highlight at Buffalo Club, Patrick Healy’s Wednesday Night French Bistro menu draws positive guest praise.

Some mains are generous enough to share, the Ribeye for Two is described as a 32‑ounce cut (including the bone) served with mashed potatoes and asparagus.

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Buffalo Club

4.5

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Monica

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Buffalo Club

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Buffalo Club

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About this restaurant

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Starters

Baby Zucchini Blossoms$26.00

Crisp Organic Parmesan Farm Egg$20.00

Tuna Tartare$26.00

Kumomoto Oyster Shootout$23.00

Burrata | Heirloom Tomatoes$20.00

Tempura Soft Shell Crab$26.00

Main Course Plates

Beeler's Pork Chop$49.00

Jidori Chicken Pot Pie$38.00

Australian Barramundi$45.00

30-day Dry Aged Prime NY Steak$79.00

Atlantic Salmon Pepper Steak$47.00

Tableside Service

Boeuf Bourguignon$49.00

Prime Ribeye Chop (serves 2)$179.00

Vegetarian Main Courses

Impossible Moussaka$39.00

Sides

Artisan Bread Basket | Tappenade$7.00

Street Spiced Golden Cauliflower$17.00

Mac & Vermont Cheddar$17.00

Szechuan Asparagus$17.00

Mexicali Creamed Corn$17.00

Cheddar Cheese Grit Fries$17.00

Local Farmer Vegetables$17.00

Cocktails & Wine by the Glass

Classic Cocktails

Aviation$17.00

Corpse Reviver #2$17.00

Clover Club$17.00

Sazerac$17.00

Hemingway Daiquiri$17.00

El Diablo$17.00

House Cocktails

Cachacaberry$17.00

Grapefruit Fizz$17.00

Baja Playa$17.00

Evergreen$17.00

Champagne & Sparkling Wines

Beau Joie, Brut, Champagne$19.00

Hubert Meyer, Cremont d'Alsace NV$16.00

Gruet, Rose, Albuquerque, New Mexico NV$16.00

White Wines / Rosé

Rosé, Grenache, Chateau Vannieres 2018$15.00

Sancerre, Jean Vincent, Loire, France 2018$17.00

Albarino, Paco & Lola, Rias Baixas, Spain 2018$16.00

Chardonnay, Chablis, Jean-Marc Brocard, France 2019$16.00

Chardonnay, ZD, California 2017$17.00

Red Wines

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Inalto, Ofena, Italy 2015$17.00

Pinot Noir, ZD, Carneros, CA. 2015$17.00

Grenache Syrah Mourvedre, Vacqueyras, Rhone, Fr. 2016$17.00

Chappellet, Mountain Cuvee, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA. 2015$18.00

Beer

Hofbrau, Original, Pilsner, Munchen-Helles, Germany$10.00

Spaten, Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany$10.00

Kronenbourg 1664, France$10.00

Flying Dog Raging Bitch, Belgian Style IPA, Maryland$10.00

Allagash Brewing Co. Dubbel Ale, Maine$10.00

Lost Coast Brewery, Tangerine Wheat Ale, California$10.00

Unibroue, La Fin du Monde, Tripel Golden Ale, Canada$10.00

Samuel Smith, Nut Brown Ale, England$10.00

Hitachino, Red Rice Ale, Japan$10.00

Additional information

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