Jonah's Kitchen + Bar

Category: Restaurant in Santa Monica, California

Address: 2518 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403, USA

Phone: +13104719200

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 5PM–12AM

Wednesday: 5PM–12AM

Thursday: 5PM–12AM

Friday: 5PM–12AM

Saturday: 5PM–12AM

Reviews

Rhoni Epstein

Oct 9, 2022

FABULOUS! Jonah's is the first restaurant that we have eaten at, in the last three years, that I would return to. WHY? Jonah himself is the real deal. Passionate about his food, hard-working, humble, and wants you to be happy. Can you say that about your own family? Not fancy, just fabulous if you want, you can eat BBQ with your hands - that's the immersion and the fun. QUALITY! Every ingredient, including even the simple ones, rice, delicious beans, grilled vegetables, brilliant tacos, ribs, chicken, burgers, and those crispy potatoes!!!! Several delicious sauces are included on the trays, including cilantro and bbq. Yes, the smoked but not too-smoked brisket is a big juicy deal. I eyed a single diner enjoying it, you will feel comfortable dining by yourself, too. When you arrive at the front door, the smell of sweet smoke lightly scents the air, and you are transported into a friendly, joyful clean space. Everyone feels at home, even if it's your first time. OPTIONS. The back patio area has wait service, and the front room is where you order at the register. As long as you have their luscious food and a cocktail, it does not matter. At home, we eat vegetables and fish, but that Korean BBQ chicken and everything else is such a sensual experience that we did not want to miss it. Next time, we may eat a little lighter with tacos. Brisket, shrimp, and spicy grilled chicken and the Bronzino and salads, DESERTS: Generous. We tried their banana cobbler, which I had never heard of before, and it was a flavorful and textural masterpiece. The banana worked as ribbons to tie the crunchy and softer bits together. With a generous scoop of high-quality ice cream and the added pecans for crunch - dreamy! The chocolate cobbler and ice cream- need I say more? The atmosphere is a homey party, and the restaurant and food are filled with joy. Sundays, they serve brunch with good bagels and their own cured salmon lox. The food and experience will make you happy, too. Sorry, no food pictures; we simply could not wait to dive in.

Haught Vlogs

Oct 8, 2022

Amazing food!!!! Service is good too! But the girl that takes your order is a little on the dull side. But you only have to deal with her while you order.

Nicco Reggente

Sep 26, 2022

The chicken was practically cooked to perfection due to the awesome rotisserie setup they have. The tomato and gorgonzola salad was unique, interesting, and overflowing with umami. A great take on the burrata based classic. The platter for two is perfectly sized and the pulled pork is worth the whole plate. The ambiance is great. Very similar to a tiki bar. It's kinda of got those Belle's Beach House vibes but without as much see and be seen scene. Awesome to have this spot in my backyard.

Annah Horst

Sep 23, 2022

Incredible smoked meat! Highly recommend meat sampler for two!

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Questions & Answers

Do you have happy hour specials?

Tommy Lorenzo | Mar 15, 2022
TekniCaliSpeakin | Mar 15, 2022

Yes, good ones too! Excellent value.

Do you have live music?

Jimmy Brenner | Sep 11, 2022
Josh Kennedy | Sep 11, 2022

Not when I visited

Do you have a full bar?

Jimmy Brenner | Jun 13, 2022
Donny D | Jun 13, 2022

Yes- the bar space / tiki hut appears to be a happening spot for locals. People seemed very friendly and down to earth- like the old school bars of a different era…. The small bar area was filled with a variety of people - reminiscent of a tiki bar. Go to nights are Thursday and Friday nights.

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