Santa Monica  ·  Mexican · California

Tallula's

Santa Monica's Mexican garden restaurant — margaritas under string lights, wood-fired dishes, and the most romantic patio on the Westside

★★★★ 4.4  (2,800) $$ Mon–Thu 5–10 PM · Fri 5–11 PM · Sat 11 AM–11 PM · Sun 11 AM–10 PM

About Tallula's

Tallula's sits in a canyon just above Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Monica and manages to be the exact restaurant this neighborhood needs: a wood-fired Mexican kitchen with one of the most beautiful outdoor patios in Los Angeles. String lights through eucalyptus trees, margaritas made with fresh citrus, and a menu that takes the California proximity to Mexico seriously without losing the sense of occasion. The carnitas are cooked low and slow until collapsing and served with warm tortillas and a rotating salsa. The mole enchiladas demonstrate that mole is worth the time it takes. Weekend brunch with a prickly pear margarita is one of the most pleasant ways to spend a Saturday on the Westside.

Must-Try Dishes

Carnitas tacosMole enchiladasSpicy margarita
Address
118 Entrada Dr, Santa Monica, CA 90402
Hours
Mon–Thu 5–10 PM · Fri 5–11 PM · Sat 11 AM–11 PM · Sun 11 AM–10 PM
Parking
Street parking in Santa Monica Canyon; small lot on Entrada Dr
Reservations
Reservations recommended for patio; walk-ins at the bar

Perfect For

Date NightOutdoor DiningCasual DiningDinner with Friends

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tallula's known for?

Tallula's is known for santa monica's mexican garden restaurant — margaritas under string lights, wood-fired dishes, and the most romantic patio on the westside. Must-try dishes include Carnitas tacos and Mole enchiladas.

How much does Tallula's cost?

Tallula's is priced at $$ — approx. under $25 per person.

How do I make a reservation at Tallula's?

Tallula's is on OpenTable. You can reserve online or call (310) 526-1388 directly.