Socalo is a vibrant seasonal SoCal Mexican restaurant in Santa Monica, blending authentic Mexican flavors with fresh California ingredients. Created by award-winning chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken, it offers a unique dining experience featuring sharable dishes, small-batch spirits, Mexican wines, and craft beers on tap. The venue combines casual beachy ambiance with conscientious sourcing and sustainability commitments, making it a standout destination for modern Mexican cuisine.
Drink Specials
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Michelada $7
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Margarita de la Casa $8
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El Picante $8
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Chinola Margarita $8
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Socalo Suprema Margarita $18
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Well Drinks $8
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Cerveza del Dia $5
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Casa Madero Chardonnay $8
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Casa Madero Cabernet Sauvignon $10
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Oaxacan Old Fashioned $8
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Passion Fruit Mimosa $8
Food Specials
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Gobernador Taco $4.25
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Grilled Barbacoa Taco $4.25
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Carnitas Taco $4.25
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Jackfruit Tinga Taco $4
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Green Fish Ceviche Tostadita $7.50
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Salsa Flight & Chips $5
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Grilled Lamb Riblets $10
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Socalo Burger $10
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Pato’s Spinach Queso Dip $7.50
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Baked Nachos $8.50
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Quesadilla $8.50
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Mushroom Dobladita $12
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Chicken Taco Dorado $4
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Hot Honey-Glazed Wings $12.75
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Steak Mulita $5
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Highlights
- Seasonal SoCal Mexican cuisine inspired by regions like Tijuana and Baja with a California twist
- Focused bar program featuring small-batch spirits, Mexican wines, and craft beers on tap
- Dog-friendly open-air patios romantically lit with string lights and heat lamps
Important Details
- Dinner reservations recommended but walk-ins welcome
- Open for indoor and outdoor dining Tuesday through Saturday
- Counter service at lunch; full-service dining at dinner
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