The Courtyard Kitchen

4.7 (272)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

1211 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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The Courtyard Kitchen

4.7

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Monica

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

The Courtyard Kitchen is located in a historic landmark building on Montana Ave, Santa Monica. We are a full service bar and restaurant with 4 different dining spaces ranging from old world charm to contemporary upscale dining. We pride ourselves in our Neapolitan style pizza, vacation inspired Mediterranean cuisine and favourite American Brunch classics.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon 9:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
Contact
(310) 587-2333
Website
https://www.courtyardkitchenla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer Catering Options for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Private party facilities
We offer two private rooms seating anywhere between 12 - 60 guests. Half buyouts and Full Buyouts are also available

Location
1211 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
12th and Euclid
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Beets Burrata$21.00
4oz di stefano burrata, roasted beets, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil oil, pistachio
Soup of the Day$15.00
from scratch, inquire with server
Caesar Salad$21.00
gem lettuce, parmigiano, anchovy dressing, toasted breadcrumbs
Courtyard Chop$21.00
arugula, romaine heart, garbanzo beans, olives, cucumber, cherry tomato, feta, onion, lemon olive oil
Tuscan Kale$21.00
tuscan kale, apple, walnuts, cranberries, watermelon radish, lemon mustard vinaigrette

Harissa Cauliflower$17.00
roasted cauliflower, yogurt dill sauce
Charred Broccolini$17.00
mint creme fraiche, calabrian chili
Pink Hummus$20.00
za'atar, puffed bread
Truffle Fries$14.00
pecorino, lemon aioli
Classic Fries$10.00
lemon aioli
Catalan Mussels$30.00
PEI mussels, diced tomato, white wine, grilled bread
Chicken Skewers$27.00
mediterranean spiced chicken, cucumber dill yogurt
Crispy Potato$17.00
mint creme fraiche

Pasta

Chicken Rigatoni$27.00
pesto genovese, cream sauce, arugula
Kale Pesto$25.00
fettuccine, toasted bread crumbs, lemon zest
Truffle Gnocchi$27.00
wild mushroom, truffle cream sauce
Pappardelle Ragu$29.00
black angus short rib ragu, topped with parmesan
Arrabiata$23.00
spaghetti, zesty marinara, tomato confit, parmesan, basil

Pizza

Margherita$24.00
san marzano, fior di latte, parmigiano, basil
Funghi$27.00
fior di latte, fontina, wild mushrooms, thyme, caramelized onion
Potato Coppa$28.00
coppa pork salami, yukon potato, ricotta, fior di latte
Fennel Sausage$28.00
fennel sausage, black olives, fior di latte, san marzano, broccolini
Cacio e Pepe$26.00
fior di latte, crema di parmigiano, black pepper

Plates

Bone-In Ribeye$66.00
16oz butter-basted, house chimichurri
Polenta Short Rib$55.00
slow braised angus beef, creamy polenta
Wagyu Burger$26.00
lettuce, cheddar, brioche bun, tomato, onion, house sauce, french fries
Grilled Salmon$36.00
grilled atlantic salmon, mint-infused pea puree, sauté of wild mushrooms
Eggplant Parmesan$27.00
oven baked, provolone, basil, wild arugula
Branzino$38.00
pan seared branzino, cherry tomato confit, olives, capers

Reviews

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4.7

(272)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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The Courtyard Kitchen shines with "fantastic service" and "delicious food," offering a welcoming atmosphere perfect for any meal. Guests rave about its consistently "great location" and "ambiance." While some dishes were noted as pricey, the overall experience remains highly recommended. Reservations via Open Table are advised for this popular spot.

272 Reviews

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Joseph
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent, quickly served, price was fair, staff was very friendly and accommodating, the wait was nothing. But I booked a table before going, on this app,and would recommend that effort.
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craig Gold
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice local restaurant. Friendly people, good service and good food.
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rick
Los Angeles26 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely job on remodel. Bar space very nice. Food was very tasty but not outstanding. Chicken on sandwich very dry and pesto was minimal so could not taste it. Pizza crust was soggy on bottom but toppings were delicious. Salads and bowls were our table favorite choices.
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Joel Gold
Los Angeles75 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service always excellent and food came up very fast. Kurt s little too fast for the pizza, which could have baked a little longer and come out a little hotter. Other than that, reliably excellent.
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Angela
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 5, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The food as always was great, but the service was terrible. We had to wait a very long time for someone to help us, and it didn’t happen until we first stood up and went to look for a server to request some water and for someone to take our order.
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Janet Gold
Los Angeles16 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistently good. Have eaten here many times and it’s always satisfying and easy with lots of good choices on the menu. Charming place and the service is always attentive. Highly recommend for a casual, satisfying experience. Good value.
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Jim
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, great location and atmosphere. Wonderful service.
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Joel Gold
Los Angeles75 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 20, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
CK continues to be one of our favorite places on Santa Monica. Reliably good service, tasty food, pleasant ambiance, low noise level, fair pricing. What’s not to like?
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Clayton Gold
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on September 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really enjoyed this place. Especially our waitress. Great cocktails.
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Ann
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 14, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service, delicious food and leisurely evening with friends for a perfect night.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Mediterranean, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon 9:00 am–3:00 pm Tue–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
Contact
(310) 587-2333
Website
https://www.courtyardkitchenla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer Catering Options for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Private party facilities
We offer two private rooms seating anywhere between 12 - 60 guests. Half buyouts and Full Buyouts are also available

Location
1211 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Neighborhood
Santa Monica
Cross street
12th and Euclid
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, the front patio/courtyard is a popular spot for diners with dogs; guests report sitting outside with their dogs and enjoying a cozy outdoor table.

The Courtyard Kitchen feels like a charming, well‑appointed neighborhood spot, a historic Montana Avenue setting with multiple dining rooms and a lovely courtyard for a relaxed, inviting meal.

The Courtyard Kitchen's Neapolitan-style pizzas are the standout, guests repeatedly praise the pizza (classics like the Margherita and Funghi feature on the menu).

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formal wear for a comfortable, put‑together visit to The Courtyard Kitchen.

Yes, reviewers report a regular happy hour: it runs from 4–6pm Tuesday through Sunday and guests describe the happy hour as generous.

Sunday is a favourite for weekend brunch at The Courtyard Kitchen, guests note busy, popular Sunday service and rave about weekend items like the smoked salmon toast.

If you prefer a quieter table, aim for early dinner, around 5:30pm, or visit during happy hour; weekend brunch (especially Sunday mornings) is the busiest time. Guests note plenty of seating arriving around 5:30 and growing crowding by 7pm, while Sunday brunches can have a line on the street.

Portions are well suited for sharing, guests note items arrive in shareable portions and explicitly describe the serving sizes as great for sharing.

Yes, The Courtyard Kitchen's cozy courtyard and intimate back rooms make it a popular choice for special evenings, with guests noting Valentine’s and other celebratory dinners there.

The Courtyard Kitchen fills up for weekend brunches, guests report busy, packed Sunday mornings, while the indoor back room is noted as a quieter spot for a more relaxed meal.

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The Courtyard Kitchen

4.7

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Monica

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2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

The Courtyard Kitchen

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The Courtyard Kitchen

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Salad

Beets Burrata$21.00

Soup of the Day$15.00

Caesar Salad$21.00

Courtyard Chop$21.00

Tuscan Kale$21.00

Share

Harissa Cauliflower$17.00

Charred Broccolini$17.00

Pink Hummus$20.00

Truffle Fries$14.00

Classic Fries$10.00

Catalan Mussels$30.00

Chicken Skewers$27.00

Crispy Potato$17.00

Pasta

Chicken Rigatoni$27.00

Kale Pesto$25.00

Truffle Gnocchi$27.00

Pappardelle Ragu$29.00

Arrabiata$23.00

Pizza

Margherita$24.00

Funghi$27.00

Potato Coppa$28.00

Fennel Sausage$28.00

Cacio e Pepe$26.00

Plates

Bone-In Ribeye$66.00

Polenta Short Rib$55.00

Wagyu Burger$26.00

Grilled Salmon$36.00

Eggplant Parmesan$27.00

Branzino$38.00

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