Ristorante Al Mare

3.9 (72)

$30 and under

Italian

250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups

Three Stories of Stunning Ocean View Dining. Gorgeous Rooftop Bar with Live Music. Home Made Pasta, Thin Crust Pizza, Fresh Seafood and Classic Italian Specialties. Happy Hour Every Day!

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Open Daily: 11:30am - 9:30pm Sunday - Thursday Friday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Website
http://ristorantealmare.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Giacomo Pettinari
Catering
Catering Available to Pier Locations and the Carousel.
Private party facilities
Beautiful Ocean View Private Dining Room with Heated Balcony over-looking Coastline Views. Buffet and Sit-Down Dinner options available. Open Bar service provided.

Location
250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Area
Santa Monica
Cross street
Colorado Ave/Ocean Ave
Parking Details
Parking available on the Pier Deck behind the restaurant or in the Public Lot just North of the Santa Monica Pier.
Public transport
Bus Stops and Taxi Stand on Ocean Ave at the top of the Santa Monica Pier.
Entertainment
Live Music on our Ocean View Rooftop Bar every weekend during Happy Hour and some weekdays.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

Home-Made ButterUSD 1.95
Dear Guest, We take proud on serving You home-made butter, made with local milk, from Organic Pastures, Fresno. Served with rock salt and grilled ciabatta bread.
CapreseUSD 10.00
Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Caprese with Taggiasche Olives, Basil Oil and Grilled Bread.
Piatto di FormaggiUSD 16.00
Cheese Board Selection (Truffle Cheese, Red Wine Pecorino, Organic Goat and Sweet Gorgonzola) Served with Fruit Mustard, Grapes, Organic Honey Toasted Hazelnuts and Grilled Bread.
Melanzane alla Parmigiana e RicottaUSD 10.00
Fried and baked Eggplant Parmigiana with Mozzarella, Ricotta, Marinara, Parmesan and Basil.
Carpaccio di SalmoneUSD 14.00
House Cured Salmon Carpaccio, served with Arugola, Shaved Parmesan and Lemon Dressing.
Calamari FrittiUSD 12.00
Fried Calamari, served with Spicy Marinara Sauce.
Bruschetta al PomodoroUSD 6.00
Chopped Tomato marinated with Garlic, Basil and Extra Virgin, over grilled Ciabatta Bread.
Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 14.00
24 month aged Parma Prosciutto (pork product), served with fresh Burrata Cheese and Bruschetta.
Rollino CalabreseUSD 14.00
Rolled and Baked Pizza, stuffed with Marinara, Mozzarella, Spicy Salame and Mushrooms.
Carpaccio di Carne TrentinoUSD 14.00
House Cured Beef Carpaccio served with Shaved Parmesan, Asian Pears and Arugola.
Polpo ArrostoUSD 15.00
Pan Roasted Octopus served with crushed Potato, Green Beans, Taggiasche Olives and Parsley Pesto.
Cocktail di GamberiUSD 12.00
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on a Skewers (5 pc), served with House Spicy Yogurt Sauce.

Insalate (Salads)

Insalata MistaUSD 7.00
Mixed Green Salad, Chopped Tomato, Cucumbers, Carrots, Radish and Lemon Dressing.
Insalata di CesareUSD 9.00
Chopped Romaine, Parmesan, House Butter Croutons and Caesar Dressing.
Insalata di CavoliniUSD 10.00
Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Sieved Boiled Egg, Almonds, Pecorino Romano, Croutons and Citrus Dressing.
Insalata Rucola e FunghiUSD 9.00
Arugola and Button Mushroom Salad, Red Onions, Shaved Parmesan, Almonds and Balsamic Vinegar.
Insalata di Spinaci e UvaUSD 10.00
Spinach and Arugola Salad, with Grapes, Crumbled Gorgonzola, Hazelnuts and Creamy Balsamic.
Insalata di GamberoniUSD 15.00
Grilled Shrimp, Rucola, Chopped Romaine, Tomato, Grilled Corn, Honey Mustard.

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 10.00
Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Oregano, Basil.
MexicanaUSD 14.00
Spicy Marinara, Mozzarella, Jalapeno, Shrimp, Avocado, Onions, Cilantro.
Prosciutto e RucolaUSD 14.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Rucola, Shaved Parmesan, Prosciutto.
CalzoneUSD 15.00
Folded Pizza stuffed with Ham, Salami, Ricotta, Mozzarella and Topped with Tomato Sauce.
VegetarianaUSD 14.00
Mozzarella, Grilled Veggies, Chopped Tomato, Mushrooms, Black Olives, Oregano and Basil.
GiacomoUSD 13.00
Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Anchovies, Taggiasche olives, Fresh Burrata, Basil.
CapricciosaUSD 14.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Ham, Mushrooms, Black Olives, Artichokes.
Bufala e SalaminoUSD 14.00
Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Buffalo Mozzarella, Spicy Salame, Oregano and Basil.
Pesto e ProsciuttoUSD 15.00
Basil Pesto, Mozzarella, Chopped Tomato, Prosciutto, Fresh Ricotta. (No Sauce).

Zuppe (Soups)

Zuppa di PomodoroUSD 7.00
Tomato Soup, served with Grilled Ciabatta Bread and drizzled with Roasted Garlic Oil.
Zuppa di Fagioli, Ceci e GamberiUSD 9.00
Cannellini and Garbanzo Bean Soup, served with Grilled Ciabatta bread and Extra Virgin.

Pasta

Penne all'ArrabbiataUSD 12.00
Penne Pasta with Spicy Marinara Sauce, Roasted Garlic, Chilly and Parsley.
Spaghetti alla CarbonaraUSD 14.00
Spaghetti Pasta with Pancetta, Egg Yolk, Cream, Parmesan and Black Pepper.
Spaghetti alle Vongole e BottargaUSD 18.00
Spaghetti Pasta with Roasted Garlic, White Wine, Clams and Bottarga. Bottarga is a Mediterranean Delicacy of Cured Fish Roe Grated over the Pasta.
Chitarrine Nere ai Frutti di MareUSD 18.00
House Squid Ink Spaghetti with Calamari, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams and Spicy Marinara.
Gnocchi con GranchioUSD 19.00
House Potato Gnocchi tossed with Crab Meat, Roasted Garlic, Chopped Tomato and Parsley.
Lasagna BologneseUSD 18.00
Oven Baked Lasagna with Bolognese Beef Ragu', Mozzarella, Parmesan and Bechamel Sauce.
Maccheroncini al Fume'USD 16.00
Maccheroni Pasta with Onion, Smoked Pancetta, Prosciutto and Speck in a Pink Sauce and Parmesan.
Rigatoni con PolpetteUSD 16.00
Rigatoni Pasta with Beef Meat Balls, Marinara Sauce, Parmesan and Parsley.
Chitarrine BologneseUSD 16.00
House Egg Spaghetti with Bolognese Beef Ragu', Parmesan and Parsley.
Ravioli Ricotta e SpinaciUSD 18.00
House Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli, Marinara Sauce, Parmesan, Basil and Extra Virgin.
Risotto all'AragostaUSD 22.00
Italian Risotto with Lobster Meat, with a touch of Pink Sauce and Parsley.

I Secondi (Main Courses)

BranzinoUSD 26.00
Sauteed Striped Sea Bass, Sicilian Style, (Tomato, Onions, Capers and Black Olives), served with Vegetable Cous-Cous and toasted Almonds.
SalmoneUSD 22.00
Pan Roasted Salmon, served with Crushed Potato and Taggiasche Olives, Sauteed Spinach and Glazed Button Mushrooms.
CioppinoUSD 28.00
Our Great Seafood Soup with, Shrimp, Calamari, Clams, Mussels, Salmon, Sea Bass and Mahi Mahi with Spicy Marinara Sauce and Grilled Ciabatta Bread.
Petto di Pollo Funghi e PatateUSD 18.00
Sauteed Chicken Paillard, topped with Porcini Mushroom Sauce and Served with Oven Roasted Fingerling Potato.
Pollo ParmigianaUSD 20.00
Breaded and Fried Chicken Parmigiana, topped with Ham, Melted Mozzarella Cheese and Marinara Sauce, served with Mashed Potato.
Costine BrasateUSD 24.00
Oven Braised Beef Short Ribs, served with Green Peas Puree and Garlic-Thyme sauteed Veggies.
Il FillettoUSD 28.00
8oz Pan Seared Beef Fillet, with Roasted Fingerling Potato, Sautéed Button Mushrooms and Red Wine Reduction Sauce.

What 72 people are saying

Ristorante Al Mare reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.7Food
3.7Service
3.9Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

72 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner Gold
Los Angeles3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 26 March 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Location is nice but the food is not good. There were 4 in our party and everyone ordered something different. No one really liked their meal. Ordered a salad to start, it never came. One pasta was under cooked, I get al dente, but partially crunchy is a whole other story. I ordered pasta vongole, super dry, no sauce whatsoever. Ambiance is like a cheesy bar and not at all like a nice Italian restaurant. Save your money people and go elsewhere!
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 March 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The second floor patio is a great location to watch the sunset while enjoying a great meal. It is even better if you have someone to enjoy it with.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The gnocchi was really good! My friends liked the pizza too, but I thought the crust was a little dry.
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RinconPR
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 25 December 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The food tasted bland. No seasoning. It tasted like if it was frozen, definitely not fresh. There are plenty of other restaurants in the area. Avoid this one if you are looking for fresh food that tastes great.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 December 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pre-booked to have Christmas Day lunch with the family while visiting from Australia and wasn't disappointed! Service was quick, food was amazing and was sizeable serves leaving us all full and satisfied. We sat outside which was a heated area, keeping us warm while enjoying people watching. Very happy, thankyou
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KennyC
Orlando26 reviews
1.0
Dined on 23 November 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed even though they accepted our reservation. Because it was such a busy night in the area we had to drive over an hour away to find another restaurant that had availability. Very disappointing.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 21 November 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The resturant was closed. They are closed Monday's & Tuesday's. Very disappointed to drive all the way to a resturant that I have a reservation at, only to find out it's closed.
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AngieH
Los Angeles18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 November 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was great. The food and the service were wonderful. Will definitely recommend this restaurant to friends.
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LucyW
Los Angeles9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 October 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I was with a group of 12 from an all-day conference. This was the right combination of good food (wide selection) and casual atmosphere. Happy hour was a pleasant boost, everyone got happy. Prices quite reasonable, everyone liked their meal. Only small negative is that the desserts seemed ok rather than fabulous. A couple of us got sorbet or ice cream, and the scoops were half melted when they got to the table. Great location on the pier. Try to sit upstairs, great view of the surrounding area. I'll return, its the best place on the pier IMO
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valleyfloor
Las Vegas1 review
4.0
Dined on 23 October 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had a 3rd level table, just pass sunset. We sat outside, so some noise from the visitors on the pier but it made it lively and was not a distraction to our group. Very hungry after UCLA football game, so we ate everything and it was great. Loved the spinach salad. Everyone at our table was more than satisfied. Our waiter dropped off his excellent service around dessert time (we had to wait quite a while). All in all a great time with very nice food and nice service.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Open Daily: 11:30am - 9:30pm Sunday - Thursday Friday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Website
http://ristorantealmare.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Giacomo Pettinari
Catering
Catering Available to Pier Locations and the Carousel.
Private party facilities
Beautiful Ocean View Private Dining Room with Heated Balcony over-looking Coastline Views. Buffet and Sit-Down Dinner options available. Open Bar service provided.

Location
250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Area
Santa Monica
Cross street
Colorado Ave/Ocean Ave
Parking Details
Parking available on the Pier Deck behind the restaurant or in the Public Lot just North of the Santa Monica Pier.
Public transport
Bus Stops and Taxi Stand on Ocean Ave at the top of the Santa Monica Pier.
Entertainment
Live Music on our Ocean View Rooftop Bar every weekend during Happy Hour and some weekdays.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

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Ristorante Al Mare

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Antipasti (Appetizers and Salads)

Home-Made ButterUSD 1.95

CapreseUSD 10.00

Piatto di FormaggiUSD 16.00

Melanzane alla Parmigiana e RicottaUSD 10.00

Carpaccio di SalmoneUSD 14.00

Calamari FrittiUSD 12.00

Bruschetta al PomodoroUSD 6.00

Prosciutto e BurrataUSD 14.00

Rollino CalabreseUSD 14.00

Carpaccio di Carne TrentinoUSD 14.00

Polpo ArrostoUSD 15.00

Cocktail di GamberiUSD 12.00

Insalate (Salads)

Insalata MistaUSD 7.00

Insalata di CesareUSD 9.00

Insalata di CavoliniUSD 10.00

Insalata Rucola e FunghiUSD 9.00

Insalata di Spinaci e UvaUSD 10.00

Insalata di GamberoniUSD 15.00

Pizza

MargheritaUSD 10.00

MexicanaUSD 14.00

Prosciutto e RucolaUSD 14.00

CalzoneUSD 15.00

VegetarianaUSD 14.00

GiacomoUSD 13.00

CapricciosaUSD 14.00

Bufala e SalaminoUSD 14.00

Pesto e ProsciuttoUSD 15.00

Zuppe (Soups)

Zuppa di PomodoroUSD 7.00

Zuppa di Fagioli, Ceci e GamberiUSD 9.00

Pasta

Penne all'ArrabbiataUSD 12.00

Spaghetti alla CarbonaraUSD 14.00

Spaghetti alle Vongole e BottargaUSD 18.00

Chitarrine Nere ai Frutti di MareUSD 18.00

Gnocchi con GranchioUSD 19.00

Lasagna BologneseUSD 18.00

Maccheroncini al Fume'USD 16.00

Rigatoni con PolpetteUSD 16.00

Chitarrine BologneseUSD 16.00

Ravioli Ricotta e SpinaciUSD 18.00

Risotto all'AragostaUSD 22.00

I Secondi (Main Courses)

BranzinoUSD 26.00

SalmoneUSD 22.00

CioppinoUSD 28.00

Petto di Pollo Funghi e PatateUSD 18.00

Pollo ParmigianaUSD 20.00

Costine BrasateUSD 24.00

Il FillettoUSD 28.00

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